INDIA
Some Punjab, Haryana farmers manipulating crop burning timing to evade satellite detection, say some experts, others differ: Report
Despite laws against burning crop residues due to its contribution to air pollution, farmers are still finding ways to avoid detection by either burning at night or using small, scattered fires, the report noted citing experts
WORLD
Trump win propels Elon Musk’s net worth by $26 billion to $290 billion: Report
According to the Bloomberg Billionaire Index, Musk's wealth spike occurred immediately after Trump's stunning victory
WORLD
Hybrid-first policy to aid Toyota during Trump’s 2nd term: Report
The Japanese carmaker’s cautious approach to fully electric vehicles, focusing on hybrids instead, is a smart bet and aligns well with Trump’s approach, the article says
WORLD
US election results: Why Trump will be closely watching this stock market indicator
When the S&P 500 rises between the end of July and Halloween in an election year, the incumbent party tends to win the White House, according to a CNN report
WORLD
Four Indian companies in US sanctions list for helping in ‘Russia’s war effort’ in Ukraine
The US aims to punish “third party countries” accused of extending assistance to assist Russia in evading the thousands of sanctions that have been imposed on the country since its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022
WORLD
Trump win may hit Indian IT firms but will aid energy, defence, commodities: PhillipCapital
For Indian IT companies, a victory by Trump may lead to stricter work visa policies due to his strong stance on immigration
BUSINESS
Coal mine auction: JSW Steel, ACC, NMDC among 31 bidders in 10th round
More than 10 new companies have participated for the first time under commercial coal mine auction.
INDIA
Minor arrested for issuing bomb threats to airlines, Govt closely monitoring situation: Aviation Minister Naidu
Mumbai police have arrested a minor responsible for issuing bomb threats to three flights and that others responsible for disruptions will be identified and prosecuted, the minister said
BUSINESS
‘Hopefully, you are attending to this’! FM Nirmala Sitharaman asks IT department over tax refund complaint
The minister tagged the IT department in a social media post, asking them to look into complain by a citizen on delayed tax refund
BUSINESS
Only 5% of population currently under pension net, need to save more during young age: CEA Nageswaran
Nageswaran further emphasized that any efficient pension system should be sustainable and scalable along with a balance Asset Liability framework
POLITICS
Parliament's standing committees announced; Bhartruhari Mahtab to head panel on finance
While BJP’s Radha Mohan Singh will head the committee on defence, external affairs will be chaired by Congress' Shashi Tharoor
BUSINESS
IPO-bound NTPC Green Energy inks JV pact to develop 10 GW of renewable energy parks
The JV company will undertake development of 10 GW of renewable energy parks and projects in Maharashtra or in any other state of India
WORLD
Lebanese journalist gets struck during Israeli missile strike at his home, video goes viral
Boudaya, who is reportedly considered to be sympathetic towards Hezbollah, later reassured his followers through X that he is doing fine
BUSINESS
AIIB needs to ‘step up’ to help countries finance sustainable, resilient infrastructure: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Geopolitical tensions and unsustainable debt burden is limiting ability of many countries to finance this infrastructure, the FM said
BUSINESS
Mumbai rains: Schools, colleges to be shut on Thursday; flights disrupted
Seven go-arounds and two flight diversions were reported till 8:09 pm, the PRO of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport said
INDIA
10 years of Make in India: Saw surge in exports, strengthening of economy, says PM Modi
"Exports have risen in various sectors, capacities have been built, and thus, the economy has been strengthened," Modi said on X. He emphasized the government's commitment to fostering 'Make in India' and continuing reforms to build a self-reliant and developed India.
BUSINESS
Govt sets up panel to formulate framework on repairability index in mobile and electronics
The framework will aim to provide consumers with essential information about product repairability besides seamless access to spare parts will enable informed purchasing decisions
BUSINESS
Organised apparel retailers to clock 8-20% revenue growth in FY25: CRISIL
The growth will be primarily due to higher demand stemming from a normal monsoon, easing inflation, festive and wedding season and increasing preference for fast fashion, CRISIL said
WORLD
PM Narendra Modi at the UN: Here are the top quotes from his speech
Modi shared his views on a variety of issues ranging from global peace and development, terrorism, cyber security, reforms, sustainable development, human welfare, food and health security and maritime and space
WORLD
Sri Lanka gets a new president in Anura Dissanayake: What does it mean for India?
Considering the incoming Sri Lankan Premier's views on India and its stance on ethnic Tamil minorities, what can this mean for us? Let's take a look
WORLD
Sri Lanka's Marxist-leaning Dissanayake wins presidential election
In a historic first, Sri Lanka's presidential election on Sunday went into a second round of counting after no candidate secured over 50 percent vote needed to be declared the winner
WORLD
PM Modi meets US President Biden ahead of Quad summit; Russia-Ukraine war, new initiatives in Indo-Pacific likely on agenda
Modi was welcomed by Biden at his residence and the two leaders hugged each other. Biden held Modi's hand as he led him into the house
INDIA
Change of Guard: Here’s the common link between current chiefs of armed forces
All the three heads have been course mates and classmates of each other at some point of time.
BUSINESS
Banks to use monitoring and oversight mechanism to manage pending cases at Debt Recovery Tribunals
While formulating settlement policy, banks should also take into account the transaction costs in mind while pursuing pending recovery cases
