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Reliance Capital lenders approach NCLAT over 2nd round of auction
Reliance Capital lenders have approached the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) to seek a second round of financial bids for the debt-ridden firm, presently going through the insolvency resolution process. Vistra ITCL (India) Ltd, one of the members of the Committee of Creditors of Reliance Capital has filed an appeal before the appellate tribunal.
India's domestic air traffic reaches 86 per cent of pre-Covid level in 2022: IATA
India's domestic traffic reached 85.7 per cent of the level of 2019 -- pre-Covid year -- in 2022 even as the recovery in air travel continued in December last year, global aviation body IATA said on Monday. Total traffic in 2022 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 64.4 per cent compared to 2021, International Air Transport Association (IATA) said.
Oldest white tigress at Delhi zoo dies
Delhi zoo's oldest white tigress died on Monday due to liver malfunction, officials said. Vina Rani, aged around 17, had not eaten anything since Saturday. Profiling of her blood samples revealed that she was suffering from hepatitis, which impacted her liver, an official said. She was a third-generation white tigress born in the zoo.
India, Qatar discuss ways to strengthen maritime cooperation
Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday met Minister of Transport of Qatar Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti and discussed ways to strengthen the bilateral maritime cooperation, according to an official statement. The statement said India-Qatar cooperation in diverse sectors has been steadily growing in an excellent framework led by historical close ties, regular and substantive engagement.
Metro services in Agra to be operational by early 2024: Adityanath
Talking to reporters Adityanath said, "The priority corridor of six kilometres would be completed ahead of the six months of the scheduled target and Metro services will be operational for the people of Agra by the beginning of 2024." According to a statement, the priority corridor is a six kilometres corridor, from Taj East Gate to Jama Masjid. It would have three elevated metro stations Taj East Gate, Basai Metro Station and Fatehabad Road Metro Station along with three underground metro stations Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Jama Masjid.
SBI economists expect RBI to hit pause button on interest rate hike
Economists at SBI on Monday said they expect the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to hit the pause button on interest rate hike at its upcoming monetary policy review this week. The central bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), the six-member rate setting panel, is likely to continue with the current 'withdrawal of accommodation' stance, the SBI economists said.
UK deploys emergency response teams to tackle Turkey quake
The UK government said on Monday that it will immediately deploy emergency response teams to Turkey to assist with rescue efforts in the wake of the countrys worst earthquake in decades. A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocked Turkey and Syria early on Monday, killing more than 2,300 people. Turkey's disaster agency said more than 1,500 people died there, while it is estimated that over 800 people were killed in Syria.
Agri ministry signs MoU with Digital Green to build national-level digital extension platform
The Union Agriculture Ministry on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a private social enterprise Digital Green under the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) framework to build a national-level digital extension platform. The platform will host a digital library of curated multi-format multi-lingual content, help extension workers access and deliver curated content to farmers on time and upskill the vast network of extension workers in agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, livestock and rural livelihood missions through certified online courses, the ministry said.
Haj forms to be made available for free; 25 embarkation points this year: Minority Affairs Ministry
There will be 25 embarkation points for Haj-2023 and forms for going on the pilgrimage will be out very soon with the application being available free of cost, according to the Ministry for Minority Affairs. The ministry said the Haj policy released on Monday will bring financial relief to pilgrims.
Turkey, Syria LIVE updates: Bad weather worsens plight
The magnitude 7.8 quake, which hit before sunrise in bitter winter weather, was the worst to strike Turkey this century. It was followed in the early afternoon by another large quake of magnitude 7.7.
It was not immediately clear how much damage had been done by the second quake, which like the first was felt across the region and endangered rescuers struggling to pull casualties from the rubble.
Women's Premier League to be held from March 4-26 in Mumbai: IPL chairman Arun Dhumal
PNB scam: Employee of Nirav Modi's firm gets bail more than four years after filing plea
A special CBI court granted bail to Kavita Mankikar, an employee of diamond merchant Nirav Modi's firm who is accused in the Punjab National Bank scam case, more than four years after she filed her plea.
Special judge SJ Menjoge in his order said that the Bombay High Court had already held that her arrest was "illegal" and the Central Investigation Agency was given the liberty to re-arrest following the due process of law.
RBI renews the authorisation issued to Vakrangee for White Label ATMs till March 31, 2024
Turkey-Syria deadly earthquake: Russian rescuers to fly to both the countries
President VladimirPutinspoke by phone with Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad and Turkey's Tayyip Erdogan to express his condolences over the death and destruction wrought by the magnitude 7.8 quake, the worst to strike Turkey this century.
Putinoffered to send Russian rescue teams to both Turkey and Syria.
Turkey-Syria earthquake toll rises to 2,300: AFP News
The combined death toll rose to more than 2,300 for Turkey and Syria on Monday from the region's strongest earthquake in nearly a century.
Turkey's emergency services said at least 1,498 people had died in the 7.8-magnitude earthquake, with another 810 confirmed fatalities in neighbouring Syria, putting the total at 2,308.
"I'm lucky", says Salman Rushdie on surviving 'colossal attack' in New York
In his first interview since the attack which has caused loss of vision in one eye, the author told 'The New Yorker'magazine that his main feeling was one of gratitude to those who showed their support and his family, including sons Zafar and Milan.The 75-year-old British American novelist was giving a lecture at the Chautauqua Institution in New York,where he is based,on August 12 last year when a man stormed the stage and stabbed and punched him several times."I'm able to get up and walk around. When I say I'm fine, I mean, there are bits of my body that need constant check-ups. It was a colossal attack," he said.
PM discloses reason behind naming millets as 'Sri Anna'
Addressing a public rally in Tumakuru district, PM Modi said this name has been picked up from Karnataka where the millets are called 'Siri Dhaanya', which is a colloquial way of saying 'Sri Dhaanya'. "People in Karnataka understand the importance of 'thick food grains' (millets). That's the reason that you all call it 'Siri Dhaanya'. The country is taking forward millets by respecting the sentiment of the people of Karnataka," the Prime Minister said."Now, the millets will be known as 'Sri Anna' across the country. 'Sri Anna' means the best among all the food grains," Modi added as he sought to connect with people in poll-bound Karnataka, where assembly elections are due by May.
Govt reaches out to opposition to end Parliament logjam, may start functioning from Tuesday
After three days of disruptions on the Adani issue, Parliament could begin a discussion on the Motion of Thanks on the President's address from Tuesday as the government reached out to the opposition, sources said. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi and Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Arjun Ram Meghwal on Monday held meetings with floor leaders of opposition parties to end the logjam after both Houses were adjourned for the day.
Go First to operate charter flights for G20 Summit
Domestic airline Go First on Monday said it will be operating charter flights for the G20 Summit being hosted by India this year. India assumed the G20 Presidency from Indonesia on December 1 last year. The G20 Heads of State and Government Summit, with 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' or 'One Earth, One Family, One Future' as its motto, will take place in India on September 9-10. There will be about 200 meetings under G20 which have been planned in different cities across the country.
Delhi auto, taxi drivers asked to wear uniform, warned of heavy fines upon violation
Delhi government in an order on Monday asked auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers in the city to wear a uniform while driving, warning them of heavy fines if they fail to comply, and suspension of licence for repeat offenders. Under section 66 of Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 every taxi and auto rickshaw is required to obtain the permit to ply on the road. The permit is governed with certain conditions, prominent among them is that a person will not drive a vehicle without wearing appropriate uniform as prescribed, said an order issued by the Transport department of Delhi government.
Indore becomes first civic body to launch green bonds; to raise Rs 244 crore for 60-mw solar plant
Indore Municipal Corporation, ranked top in cleanliness survey for six consecutive years, has become the country's first civic body to launch green bonds, seeking to raise Rs 244 crore for a 60-mw solar plant at its water pumping station. The public issues of the green bonds will be open for subscription from February 10-14, Pushyamitra Bhargav, mayor of Indore, and Divyank Singh, chief executive of the Indore Smart City Development Commission, told reporters here on Monday.
Use best tech to minimise lives lost in road accidents: President
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday expressed her concern over the "high number" of road deaths across the country as she urged young officers joining the road engineering services to deploy best technology solutions to minimise such incidents. She said this while addressing the Assistant Executive Engineers of Central Engineering Services (Roads) who called on her at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
New York earthquake: 3.8 magnitude tremors rattle Buffalo
A small earthquake rumbled through western New York early Monday, alarming people in a region unaccustomed to such shaking but apparently causing no significant damage.
Oil prices edge higher, growth worries limit gains
Oil prices rose on Monday from an 8% drop last week on supply concerns, but was still trading near three-week lows, driven by worries that slower growth in major economies may limit fuel use. Brent crude futures rose 37 cents, or 0.5, to $80.31 a barrel at 1218 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures slipped 13 cents or 0.2% to $73.52.
Sebi puts in place operational guidelines on green bonds
Capital market regulator Sebi on Monday came out with operational guidelines on green bonds asking issuers to make additional disclosure, pertaining to environmental sustainability objectives of such debt securities in the offer document. In addition, issuers of green bonds will have to disclose brief details of decision-making process followed for determining the eligibility of projects, for which the proceeds are being raised through issuance of green debt securities, Sebi said in a circular.
Adani Group to pre-pay USD 1,114 million for release of pledged shares ahead of maturity in September 2024
Adani Group on Monday announced that promoters will pre-pay USD 1,114 million for the release of pledged shares of its firms ahead of the maturity in September 2024 while saying the step is being done "in light of the recent market volatility". These shares belong to Adani Ports & Special Economic Zones, Adani Green Energy and Adani Transmission, a statement said.
MHA files review petition in SC on observations on Sikkimese Nepali
The Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday filed a review petition in the Supreme Court against some of its observations referring to Sikkimese Nepalis as "immigrants". In a series of tweets, the Union Home Minister's office said the central government has submitted before the Supreme Court its position about the sanctity of Article 371F of the Constitution that safeguards the Sikkimese identity.
Bengal Assembly session from Wednesday, budget to be tabled on February 15
The next session of the West Bengal Assembly will begin on 8 January, and the budget is likely to be placed on February 15, assembly sources said. The ruling Trinamool Congress is planning to bring in a motion against the Centre for allegedly not releasing its dues for various projects of the state.
Congress takes out march in Lucknow against government on Adani issue
Congress workers here on Monday staged a protest march amid heavy police deployment demanding a detailed inquiry into the Hindenburg allegations against the Adani group, conducted, either by a Joint Parliamentary Committee or the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The party also handed over a memorandum of its demands, addressed to the President of India, to the Commissioner of Police.
India is drastically increasing the area under E&P: Hardeep Singh Puri at #IndiaEnergyWeek
"India is drastically increasing the area under exploration & production (E&P) and getting into long-term energy contracts with suppliers to be future ready for energy security.India managed the prices and supply challeneges of petroleum and natural gas energy even during a crisis situation. Central government quickly reduced duties, took the hit to keep the equaltion right. However, One of the important step towards energy security is the transition to green energy" he saidspeaking at a session on energy security at #IndiaEnergyWeek
Congress asks PM Modi to break silence on Adani issue
The Congress on Monday questioned the "deafening" silence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the Adani issue and made a pun on his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' asking him whether it was an instance of 'Mann ki banking' to benefit his cronies. "His silence is not just eloquent but also deafening. Break the silence, Mr PM," said AICC general secretary communications Jairam Ramesh while posing him a set of three questions.
Dell to lay off 5% of workforce amid PC slump
Dell Technologies Inc said on Monday it would lay off about 5% of its workforce as it struggles with a slump in the personal computer market and braces for a potential recession. PC demand has collapsed after a two-year boom during the pandemic when people working from home splurged on everything from new monitors and laptops to keyboards.
PM unveils India's biggest helicopter manufacturing facility in Tumakuru
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's helicopter factory -- the country's largest chopper manufacturing facility -- in Tumakuru district of Karnataka. Bengaluru-headquartered HAL plans to produce more than 1,000 helicopters in the range of 3-15 tonne with a total business of more than Rs 4 lakh crore over a period of 20 years at this facility in Gubbi taluk, officials said.
Govt sending search & rescue teams of NDRF, medical teams, relief material to earthquake-hit Turkey
The government on Monday decided to immediately dispatch search and rescue teams of the National Disaster Response Force, medical teams and relief material to earthquake-hit Turkey following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's instructions to offer all possible assistance to the country. Modi's principal secretary P K Mishra held a meeting in the South Block to discuss immediate relief measures and the decision was taken there, an official statement said.
All institutes in the country have been weaponised by the government: Mehbooba Mufti
"Latest onslaught in Jammu and Kashmir is by destructing the houses of people in the UT.Distance between New Delhi and J&K has increased further, andwe have to come to New Delhi to raise our concerns.45,000 hectares of land has been given to conman, but in J&K people are being thrown out of their own houses."
Govt will try its best to not discuss the Adani issue, says Rahul Gandhi
-The govt will try its best that no discussion takes place on the Adani issue in Parliament. The govt should allow a discussion on this in the Parliament. says Congress MP Rahul Gandhi
We don't support the illegal occupancy of government land: Omar Abdullah
-We don't support the illegal occupancy of government land. But there is a way in which evictions should be carried out. We demand that lists of properties to be demolished be put out in the public domain so that people can present their claims, says Omar Abdullah, National Conference
The use of bulldozers should be a measure of the last resort, not the first: Omar Abdullah
-The use of bulldozers should be a measure of the last resort, not the first. On what basis is Chief Secy sending bulldozers when the govt admitted in court that all lists of properties to be demolished that have come out are fake, Omar Abdullah, National Conference, Srinagar.
Glad to meet Minister of S&T & Innovation of Argentina, Daniel Filmus, says EAM Jaishankar
-Glad to meet Minister of S&T & Innovation of Argentina, Daniel Filmus. Discussed our cooperation in atomic energy, space, digital, defense & biotechnology. Underlined potential for expanding trade, investment & collaboration & serving as example of south-south cooperation, says EAM
Musharraf was an implacable enemy, responsible for Kargil but after 2002 it was a different story: Tharoor
-Musharraf was an absolute implacable enemy of ours, responsible for Kargil but after 2002 it was different story. BJP Govt of PM Vajpayee negotiated ceasefire with Pakistan.There was joint statement with a handshake by Vajpayee-Musharraf, says Shashi Tharoor on his tweet on Parvez Musharraf
Lok Sabha adjourned for the day, to meet at 11am tomorrow
-Lok Sabha adjourned for the day to meet at 11 am tomorrow, 7th February amid sloganeering by Opposition MPs over the Adani row.
PM Modi to inaugurate Vande Bharat Express in Mumbai on 10th February
In the wake of PM’s visit, drones & flying activities banned in the jurisdiction of Airport PS, Sahar PS, Colaba PS, MRA Marg PS, MIDC PS & Andheri PS
We have a goal of achieving a 20% blend of ethanol by 2025: Karnataka CM
-We have brought an investor-friendly EV policy. Karnataka is a high producer of ethanol. We have a goal of achieving a 20% blend of ethanol by 2025. The PM & our ultimate slogan is maximum power with minimum emission,saysKarnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai
Karnataka is the highest renewable energy manufacturer in India, says Karnataka CM
-Karnatakais the highest renewable energy manufacturer in India with 50,000 Megawatts produced by renewable energy.Karnatakahas the highest number of Electric Vehicles & EV passengers in the country, saysKarnatakaCMBasavarajBommaiat India Energy Week.
Congress stages protest outside SBI office in Mumbai over Adani issue
Another PIL filed in Supreme Court on Adani-Hindenburg saga. Advocate Vishal Tiwar’s plea seeks constitution of a committee under a retired Supreme Court judge to enquire and investigate into the Hinderburg report, in the interest of India’s dignity and prosperity
234 killed in Turkey, Syria; death toll expected to rise
On both sides of the border, more than 230 people have died. There was a frantic search for survivors in the rubble of cities and towns in southern Turkey and northern Syria following a powerful earthquake that toppled buildings on Monday.
At least 76 people have been killed in seven Turkish provinces, according to the Disaster and Emergency Management Agency. According to the agency, 440 people were injured. According to Syrian state media, 111 people have been killed in government-held areas of Syria, while at least 516 have been injured. In rebel-held areas, 47 people were reported dead earlier.
There were reports of buildings collapsing from Syria's Aleppo and Hama to Turkey's Diyarbakir, more than 330 kilometers away.
Anguished by the loss of lives & damage of property due to earthquake in Turkey: PM Modi
Istanbul dispatches multiple search and rescue teams to SE Turkey
Emergency personnel from Istanbul have been dispatched to Kahramanmaraş, which was struck by a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake, to lend assistance to those still trapped under the rubble.
