- Three Terror Suspects Killed. Members of a Pakistan-backed terror group were gunned down in a confrontation with police in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, early on Monday, December 23, 2024.
- National Farmers’ Day: Celebrating the Backbone of India’s Prosperity
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi Awarded Kuwait’s Highest Honor for Strengthening Bilateral Ties
- Former Haryana Chief Minister Om Prakash Chautala Cremated with State Honours
- Allu Arjun Dubs Allegations in Assembly as “Character Assassination” in Pushpa 2 Stampede
- GST Council Defers Review on Insurance Taxes; Approves New Exemptions and Clarifications
- New Maharashtra Cabinet: Fadnavis Retains Home, Shinde Secures Urban Development, Ajit Pawar Gets Finance
- PM Modi Sparks National Pride at Vibrant ‘Hala Modi’ Event in Kuwait
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Sensex dropped to 79,020.08; Nifty fell to 23,870.30 Updated: December 19, 2024, 12:05 PM IST – Mumbai An employee at a stock trading firm monitors share prices on his computer. | Photo Credit: The Hindu In a significant downturn on Thursday, December 19, 2024, India’s benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced sharp declines during early trading hours. This slump aligns with global market trends following the U.S. Federal Reserve’s announcement suggesting fewer interest rate cuts in the coming year. The 30-share BSE Sensex plummeted by 1,162.12 points, reaching 79,020.08 in the morning session. Simultaneously, the NSE Nifty tumbled by 328.55…
December 19, 2024, 12:00 PM IST – Mumbai Boat Accident: Two individuals, a 43-year-old man and a seven-year-old boy, remain unaccounted for following a tragic collision between a Navy vessel conducting engine trials and a passenger ferry off the Mumbai coast. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday afternoon, has left the city grappling with the aftermath of one of its most devastating maritime accidents in recent years. According to Mumbai police, the missing individuals have been identified as Hansraj Bhati, 43, and Johan Mohammad Nisar Ahmed Pathan, 7. Efforts to locate them are ongoing, with extensive search operations being carried…
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced an extension of the suspension on futures trading for critical agricultural commodities, now set to last until January 31, 2025. This decision, aimed at controlling food inflation, marks a departure from previous year-long extensions, signalling a possible shift in regulatory strategy. The shorter extension period has sparked optimism among industry stakeholders about the resumption of trading next year. The affected commodities include soybean and its derivatives, crude palm oil, wheat, paddy rice, chickpeas, green gram, and rapeseed. SEBI’s decision was conveyed through a notification issued late on December 18, 2024.…
Five Militants Neutralized in an early morning encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district led to a standoff between security forces and a group of militants. Acting on specific intelligence, security personnel launched a cordon-and-search operation in the Kadder village of Behibagh, Kulgam, trapping five militants. The operation began when security forces initiated searches in the area, only to come under fire from the militants. The exchange of gunfire resulted in injuries to two soldiers during the initial clash. Officials confirmed that the five militants have been neutralized, although no bodies have been recovered yet. “Based on credible intelligence, the…
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore will remain aboard the International Space Station (ISS) until at least March 2025 due to a delay in the SpaceX Crew-10 mission. The postponement, caused by the need to complete a new Dragon spacecraft, has extended the astronauts’ time in orbit. Initially, their rotation was expected earlier, but meticulous preparation requirements for the new spacecraft have adjusted the timeline. Steve Stich, who manages NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, highlighted the complexity involved in crafting and testing a Dragon capsule. He commended SpaceX for its commitment to expanding the Dragon fleet to support NASA’s…
India’s extensive road network has been a cornerstone of its economic development, with toll plazas playing a vital role in generating revenue for infrastructure maintenance and expansion. Over the years, these toll collections have become a significant source of income for the government. This article examines the financial implications of toll plaza revenues, the expenditures on road network development under the BJP and Congress regimes, and evaluates which governance model has been more effective for India’s progress. It also explores the proposed GPS-based toll collection model, which could potentially revolutionize toll revenues in the future. Toll Plazas Collections: India’s toll…
In a spectacular encounter between Adelaide strikers vs Sydney thunder at the Big Bash League (BBL) last night, the Adelaide Strikers showcased their prowess as they outplayed the Sydney Thunder in a high-octane game, delighting fans with an impressive all-around performance. The electrifying match, held at the Adelaide Oval, delivered drama, excitement, and unforgettable moments as the Strikers claimed a crucial victory to strengthen their position in the tournament. Adelaide strikers vs Sydney thunder: Strikers Set the Stage with Dominant Batting Display Winning the toss and opting to bat first, the Adelaide Strikers got off to a flying start thanks…
December 17, 2024Google Drive has introduced a new automatic “Enhance” feature for its document scanner on Android devices, offering users a seamless way to improve image quality with minimal effort. This new tool, located on the Preview screen after capturing an image, allows users to apply several enhancements, including white balance adjustment, shadow reduction, contrast improvement, auto-sharpening, and overall light enhancement. The automatic enhancements aim to provide high-quality, professional-looking scans for receipts, documents, ID cards, and other files without requiring users to manually edit their images. This update marks a significant step toward making scanning and editing simpler and faster…
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz loses parliamentary confidence vote amid political turmoil, triggering snap elections. Berlin, December 16, 2024 – German Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost a crucial vote of confidence in the Bundestag on Monday, a development that pushes the European Union’s largest economy towards an early parliamentary election in February 2025. The decision follows weeks of political uncertainty and infighting after the collapse of Mr. Scholz’s fragile coalition government last month. In the 733-seat Bundestag, German Chancellor garnered only 207 votes of support, while 394 lawmakers voted against him and 116 abstained. Falling significantly short of the required 367 votes…
Updated – December 16, 2024 11:02 am IST Bitcoin surged to a new all-time high, crossing the $106,000 mark during early Asian trading hours on Monday. The rally was fuelled by remarks from President-elect Donald Trump, who hinted at the creation of a U.S. bitcoin strategic reserve similar to the country’s existing strategic oil reserve. The world’s most prominent cryptocurrency climbed to a peak of $106,533 before stabilizing at $105,688. Ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, also benefited from the momentum, rising nearly 3% to trade at $4,014. “We’re in uncharted territory here,” said Tony Sycamore, an analyst at…
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