BSNL capex boost: Government approves Rs 6,982 crore for BSNL in 2025; 4G network rollout to expand nationwide
[ad_1] The government has approved Rs 6,982 crore as additional capital expenditure (capex) support for BSNL in 2025, Parliament was informed on Thursday.The allocation is in addition to previous support of Rs 3.22 lakh crore provided to the state-run telecom firm through various tranches, including a Rs 69,000 crore revival package in 2019, Rs 1.64 lakh crore in 2022, and
Andhra Pradesh Cabinet approves setting up 250 MW solar energy plant in Kadapa
[ad_1] The AP Circular Economy, AP Waste Recycling Policy 4.0 (2025-2030) were also approved. Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has on Thursday approved a proposal to set up a 250 MW Solar Power Project in Mylavaram, Kadapa. The Cabinet, which met in Amaravati, had also approved an allotment of 200 acres of land to Adani Solar Energy. The AP Circular Economy, AP Waste
SEBI moots regulated venue for pre-listing for better price discovery
[ad_1] SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey speaking at the 22nd Annual Capital Markets Conference (CAPAM2025), organised by FICCI, in Mumbai on Thursday. (ANI Video Grab) | Photo Credit: ANI The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has mooted the idea of a “regulated venue” wherein pre-listing companies can trade subject to certain disclosures, Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey said at
FSSAI seizes 6,500 kg adulterated ghee worth Rs 35 lakh from Rajkot dairy
[ad_1] This move is part of FSSAI’s Special Ghee Surveillance Drive to prevent ghee from being mixed with foreign fats. During a follow-up inspection on August 20, 2025, all stocks of food, including finished products, were confiscated from the premises. (Image: Representational/Canva) [ad_2] Source link
Climate finance challenge: India needs $467 billion by 2030, here’s what new study reveals
[ad_1] India will require $467 billion in climate finance by 2030 to put four of its most carbon-intensive sectors — power, steel, cement and transport — on a low-carbon growth path, a new study has found.The working paper titled –India’s Climate Finance Requirements: An Assessment– authored by economists Janak Raj and Rakesh Mohan for the Centre for Social and Economic
Trump’s tariff and tax changes will encourage Indian firms to choose other areas to invest in over the U.S.: EY India
[ad_1] EY India. File | Photo Credit: Reuters The targeted import tariffs by the U.S. and the recent tax policy changes enacted through that country’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ will mean Indian companies investing abroad would need to consider a “strategic pivot” and explore other geographies, according to EY India. This comes at a time when India’s outbound investment, including
NSQ Drugs Alert: 143 medicines fail quality test in July, 8 samples found fake
[ad_1] The trade in substandard and counterfeit medicines in India continues to raise concerns, with recent reports highlighting multiple drugs failing to meet quality standards and a few being identified as spurious. According to the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), July 2025 saw 143 medicine samples found below standard. Of these, 46 samples were identified as NSQ (Not of
Market regulator SEBI plans to extend equity derivatives’ tenure to curb losses
[ad_1] SEBI also set up a dedicated unit to examine patterns of manipulation, the regulator’s whole-time member Kamlesh Varshney said at the event. | Photo Credit: Reuters “Markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is planning to increase the tenure and maturity of equity derivatives contracts,” its chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Thursday (August 21, 2025), as
Health department on high alert as dengue cases surge in Patna
[ad_1] Dengue fever is spreading rapidly in Bihar’s capital, Patna. In the last 48 hours, 28 fresh infections have been reported, taking the total to 86 cases in the first 20 days of August. Since January, Patna has already recorded over 150 cases, posing a growing challenge for the Health Department and the Municipal Corporation. According to the Civil Surgeon’s
Walmart (WMT) Q2 2026 earnings
[ad_1] The logos of Walmart and Sam’s Club are pictured in Cuautitlan Izcalli, Mexico, January 30, 2025. Raquel Cunha | Reuters Walmart will report quarterly earnings on Thursday, as economists and investors try to gauge how U.S. consumers are responding to President Donald Trump‘s decision to raise tariffs on dozens of countries across the globe. Here’s what Wall Street expects
Share Market Today Live Updates 21 August 2025: Stock to buy today: Bank of India
[ad_1] tock Market Today | Share Market Live Updates – Find here all the live updates related to Sensex, Nifty, BSE, NSE share prices and Indian stock markets for 21 August 2025. August 21, 2025 07:25 WATCH: Today’s Stock Recommendation: August 21, 2025 August 21, 2025 07:23 Share market live today: Fund Flow Activity: 20 August 2025 (Rs. In Crs.)
Now, Gill’s a smash hit with brands
[ad_1] MUMBAI: Indian cricket’s latest blue-eyed boy, Shubman Gill, is the new favourite with brands. His stellar performance in the India-England Test series, both as captain and batsman, had already bolstered his brand value. Now, Gill’s selection for the Asia Cup as vice-captain will only give further impetus to his brand equity. A Gen Z with much of his career
CCPA slaps Rs 10 lakh fine on Rapido for misleading ads
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of Rs 10 lakh on ride-hailing platform Rapido for disseminating misleading advertisements and engaging in unfair trade practices, reports Dipak Dash. The action was taken suo motu following investigation into the company’s advertisement claim: “Guaranteed Auto. Auto in 5 mins or get Rs 50”.CCPA directed Rapido to
With real money gaming ban, govt. breaks off from self-regulation attempts
[ad_1] Image used for representative purpose only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, which was passed in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday (August 20, 2025), marks a major and sudden departure for the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology from its earlier approach of nudging the real money gaming (RMG) industry to
Saudi Arabia, South Africa look at India’s food tech to boost production
[ad_1] Saudi Arabia and South Africa with high production of dates and agriculture produce respectively are seen banking on Indian innovation in food tech to achieve food security in their nations and boost production. “Africa’s food and beverage industry, valued at $313 billion, is projected to reach $1 trillion by 2030, offering immense opportunities for jobs, prosperity, and integration into
‘Banks may see weaker margins in Q2 FY26’
[ad_1] Banks with a year on year profit after tax growth of 4% in the recently concluded quarter, are set to get weaker in the second quarter on lower net interest margins among other reasons, according to a research note by Kotak Institutional Equities (KIE). Asset management companies (AMCs), however, grew 44% in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, on
Karnataka HC gives state government one month to clarify stand on bike taxi rules
[ad_1] The ban on bike taxi aggregators was imposed on June 16, leaving many commuters stranded, particularly for short-distance travel. | Photo Credit: SUDHAKARA JAIN The Karnataka High Court has given the state government one month to decide whether it wants to frame rules for bike taxi aggregators, following appeals challenging the current ban on their operations. The ban on
Bankrupt Claire’s sells most of its North American business
[ad_1] Jewelry is displayed at a Claire’s store in Novato, California, on June 23, 2025. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Claire’s announced Wednesday it is selling most of its North American business to private equity firm Ames Watson, just weeks after the jewelry retailer declared bankruptcy. The companies did not disclose any financial details of the deal. Claire’s said the
India successfully test-fires Agni-5 missile with 5,000 km strike range
[ad_1] In a demonstration of its strategic military might, India on Wednesday successfully test-fired the ‘Agni 5’ intermediate range ballistic missile that has a range of up to 5,000 km. The defence ministry said the test-firing of the missile from the Integrated Test Range in Odisha’s Chandipur validated all operational and technical parameters. The Agni-5 missile can bring almost the
Online Gaming Bill 2025 passes Lok Sabha test; over to Rajya Sabha
[ad_1] The Lok Sabha on Wednesday cleared the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 — a draft legislation aimed at setting ground rules for online gaming platforms. The draft law will have to now see the passage in the Rajya Sabha and then secure the President’s assent in order to take effect. Online Gaming Bill | Length, key
CCI says geared up to meet any eventuality of higher MSP operations
[ad_1] Amid concerns that cotton prices will come under pressure following the removal of import duty till September 30, the State-run Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) said it is fully geared up for market intervention during the new season starting October. “We are there. We are completely geared up to meet any eventuality of higher operations,” said Lalit Kumar Gupta,
Lowe’s (LOW) Q2 2025 earnings
[ad_1] An exterior view of a Lowe’s home improvement store in Selinsgrove. Paul Weaver | Lightrocket | Getty Images Lowe’s beat Wall Street’s earning expectations on Wednesday as demand for home projects picked up during the quarter, but homeowners’ appetite for bigger projects remained weak. The retailer also announced its latest effort to attract more business from home professionals. It
UIDAI partners with Starlink for aadhaar-based customer verification
[ad_1] The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has onboarded Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd to use Aadhaar authentication for customer verification. The move will allow Starlink to carry out smooth, secure, and paperless onboarding of users while complying with Know Your Customer (KYC) norms. Starlink has been appointed as a Sub-Authentication User Agency and Sub-eKYC User Agency With this
Growth in core sector activity slows to 2% in July as fossil fuels drag but steel & cement rise
[ad_1] Within the Index, the coal sector saw the largest contraction, of 12.3%, in July 2025. Representational file image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Growth in industrial activity in India’s eight core industries slowed to 2% in July 2025, dragged down by contractions in the fossil fuel categories, according to data released on Wednesday (August 20, 2025). Steel and cement
Cyclone Warning: Low pressure over Bay of Bengal triggers cyclone for several Tamil Nadu ports; rain likely in Chennai
[ad_1] The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued cyclone warnings for a number of Tamil Nadu ports due to the formation of a low-pressure system over the west-central and northwest Bay of Bengal, near the shores of northern Andhra Pradesh and southern Odisha. “The system is expected to move in a west-northwest direction over the next few days,” the IMD