INDIA
Karnataka Assembly passes hate speech bill amid protests from Opposition
The Minister said the provision for 10 years jail term in the event of repeated offence has been reduced to seven years.
BUSINESS
Sammaan Capital shares fall for 2nd day; NBFC clarifies it 'has no relation whatsoever with ex-promoter Sameer Gehlaut'
The de-promoterisation of Gehlaut was duly approved by exchanges in February 2023 and he has also exited as a shareholder of the company since September 2023, says Sammaan Capital
INDIA
India issues NOTAM for possible long-range missile test in Bay of Bengal - Check details
According to available details, the notified test corridor is estimated to stretch nearly 3,240 kilometres, pointing to a long-range strategic exercise.
INDIA
Luthra brothers non-cooperative during nightclub fire probe, complain of different health issues every few hours: Report
The fire, one of the deadliest in Goa's history, erupted around 11.45 pm on December 6 during an event attended by over 150 people.
BUSINESS
SEBI board postpones decision on disclosures by senior officials on privacy concerns
SEBI has deferred a proposal to mandate public disclosure of assets and liabilities by senior officials, citing the need for further discussion and concerns around employee privacy.
POLITICS
Northeast remark, angry summons: What's stoking fresh tensions between India, Bangladesh
Ties between India and Bangladesh have been under strain since the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina last year during a student-led uprising
BUSINESS
Nifty Fails To Defend 25,900 Amid Choppy Trade On Sensex Expiry; AMC Stocks Surge| Closing Bell Live
Markets ended choppy on Sensex expiry day, with Nifty failing to hold 25,900. AMC stocks surged despite broader volatility. Catch Nandita Khemka in conversation with Ashutosh Mishra (Ashika Stock Broking) and Vishnu Kant Upadhyay (Master Capital Services) on key levels, expiry impact and market strategy.
TECHNOLOGY
Top govt official's warning: AI poses highest risk to these jobs
Speaking at FICCI's AI India Conclave, Krishnan explained that because AI is now directly challenging cognitive labour, white-collar workers are the most vulnerable to being automated out of their positions.
INDIA
EU leaders Ursula von der Leyen, António Costa to be chief guests at next year’s Republic Day
The leaders' visit is expected to coincide with the India-EU Leaders' Summit, slated for January 27 in the national capital. The schedule effectively establishes a deadline for both sides to finalise the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations.
POLITICS
‘Nehru even in their dreams’: Congress hits out after govt seeks papers from Sonia Gandhi
They have nothing left other than Nehru. Breathing is becoming difficult in Delhi, the rupee is weakening against the dollar, and the Indian economy is declining, yet they are not concerned about these issues, says Congress leader.
BUSINESS
Crompton Greaves shares rise 4% as brokerage Motilal Oswal initiates 'Buy' coverage, sees 42% upside
Motilal Oswal has set a price target of Rs 350 per share, implying an upside of about 42 percent from the last closing price.
BUSINESS
Sun Pharma shares fall 3% after Baska facility gets US FDA 'official action indicated' tag
'We continue to manufacture and supply approved products from the facility to the US market. We will work with the regulator to achieve fully compliant status,' the drug maker said.
POLITICS
RSS's Dattatreya Hosable says nature worship harms none: 'If Muslims also...'
Hosabale said worshipping nature is part of India's civilisational ethos and not exclusive to any religion, asserting that traditions linked to rivers, trees and yoga promote environmental protection and social harmony.
INDIA
PM Modi mourns death of sculptor Ram Sutar, creator of iconic Statue of Unity: 'He has immortalised national pride ...'
Celebrated for his mastery of bronze and realistic sculptures, Sutar is often compared to masters like Rodin and Michelangelo.
INDIA
No toxic air debate in Lok Sabha today as showdown over G Ram G Bill takes centrestage
A discussion was supposed to be held on air pollution later in the day, however, the Lok Sabha got adjourned amid opposition uproar over G Ram G Bill
INDIA
'Beneficial for entire world': PM Modi says India-Oman free trade pact to give new energy to bilateral relation
PM Modi invites companies from Oman to become partner in the growth story. He says India's economy is growing at a high rate because over the past 11 years, India has not just changed policies, but has also changed its economics.
INDIA
Lok Sabha passes G RAM G Bill amid opposition protest
The opposition leaders have alleged that the Bill “attacks the soul of rights‑based guarantee by replacing it with a scheme ‘stacked against’ the states and workers” and “defies the ideals of the Father of the Nation” by dropping Mahatma Gandhi’s name from the law.
BUSINESS
Sensex settles 300 pts lower from day's high, Nifty ends near 25,800: Weak global cues among key factors behind market decline
Rise in crude prices also led to bearish market sentiment on December 18
INDIA
Hyderabad activists approach police seeking Zero FIR against Nitish Kumar over hijab video
Hyderabad-based activist Lubna Sarwath submitted a complaint to the Osmania University police, requesting the registration of a Zero FIR, citing media reports that the incident took place on December 15
BUSINESS
Blue Cloud stock pares early gains after BSNL 5G fixed wireless access empanelment in Maharashtra, Goa
The stock rose over 4 percent in early trade before paring gains amid profit booking.
POLITICS
Stalin writes to PM Modi on US tariffs: 'Wreaking havoc, Rs 15,000 crore export orders from Tiruppur wiped out'
I am writing to you with a deep sense of urgency and concern regarding the escalating crisis in Tamil Nadu's export sectors, triggered by the punitive 50 per cent tariffs imposed by the US on Indian exports, says CM.
BUSINESS
SEBI to ease aspects of accredited investor framework for AIFs, announcements likely soon, says top official
SEBI's Ruchi Chojer said the regulator has been engaging with wealth managers and industry participants who have flagged concerns around the accreditation process, including the availability of accredited investors and issues related to disclosure requirements
BUSINESS
Amid gradual return to normalcy, IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers' message to staff: 'Stay calm, remain professional' | WATCH
Elbers expressed special appreciation for pilots, cabin crew, airport teams, operations control centre (OCC) personnel, customer service staff and other support teams for their efforts during the challenging period.
POLITICS
Hasina invokes 1971 as she questions Yunus’s Pakistan push: 'Disturbing echoes'
It comes as no surprise that Yunus is rushing to embrace Pakistan, a regional player he doesn’t understand, begging for any form of international validation, says Hasina.
