Matters of Modak-a Ganesh Chaturthi Special
The reason why we start this week on this rather conflicting note is because, for one week every year, I get to step back happily and savour the marvellous effect that food has on our culture.
Monthly Archives
September 2023
NCCSA for disciplinary action against 8 officers
The recommendations of NCCSA will be sent to Lt Governor V K Saxena for his approval before being implemented.
L-G directs education dept to regularise jobs
Saxena directed the education department to make efforts and ensure the regularisation of teachers’ appointments in concurrence with the Union Public Service Commission.
Court junks Jain’s petition seeking transfer of cases
The two cases against the AAP leader were related to allegedly acquiring assets disproportionate to his known sources of income between February 14, 2015 and May 31, 2017.
The Silent Wealth Builder: How FDs Harness Compound Interest
Pune: Fixed deposits (FDs) are a popular investment choice in India, offering a combination of predictability, stability, and security. But one of the most overlooked benefits of FDs is their ability to harness compound interest.…
Azerbaijan and Armenian forces reach cease-fire deal for breakaway Nagorno-Karabakh, officials say
It comes a day after Azerbaijan launched a military operation in Nagorno-Karabakh and used heavy artillery fire on Armenian positions there, an attack that local officials said killed or wounded many
Sugar prices may leave a bitter taste this year
Over the past 4 to 5 weeks, the domestic sugar market has witnessed a notable rise in prices. One of the factors includes a reduction in available inventory at mills.
Sajjan Kumar acquitted in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case
He was also acquitted of rioting while armed with a deadly weapon, unlawful assembly and damage to a place of worship.
Kurmis withdraw proposed rail blockade, trains to run normally in three states
"All the trains that were earlier cancelled or diverted are being restored on their normal routes as per the directive of the headquarters," Ranchi Railway Division Chief Public Relation Officer said
At least six Palestinians killed in latest fighting with Israel, Palestinian health officials say
The deadly violence between Israel and the Palestinians over the last year and a half has surged to levels unseen in the West Bank in some two decades.
Tornado in eastern China kills 10, hundreds relocated
Videos posted online showed cars that had been tossed about, including at least one flipped onto its side, and debris swirling in the air above a several-story-high building.
‘Deeply concerning’: Sikh MPs in Britain react to Canada’s allegations against…
They said they are raising their concerns directly with the government ministers.
HDFC Bank drags Indian Equity market after rating downgrade by Nomura
Broking firm Nomura said that net interest margins (NIM) could see pressure over the next two to three quarters as HDFC Ltd's Q2FY24 opening book NIMs are at 2 per cent versus 2.7 per cent in Q1.
Indian aviation sector faces double blow with falling airfares, rising fuel costs
Besides reduced demand and high fuel costs, the airlines are also facing other drag on their performance, such as technical problems.
India’s gas consumption to grow 6-7% YoY, says ICRA report
Globally, the liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices moderated in CY2023 after reaching all-time highs in CY2022, influenced by changes in demand patterns across key consuming nations.
Gopal Rai urges Centre to hold meeting with states on pollution
Rai requested Union minister to prepare an effective action plan and implement it to save the people of Delhi from increasing threat of air pollution.
Casio to start local manufacturing of watches in India by the end of 2023
The company is working with a local partner here, where quality evaluation is going on and expects to launch its first Made-in-India range of watches by the end of this year, said Casio India.
No ‘muscular nationalism’ on space mission: Jairam Ramesh tells Parliament
He remarked that the contributions of the country’s first PM Jawaharlal Nehru and former PM Indira Gandhi in strengthening the ISRO and space sector cannot be overlooked by anyone.
Punjab to provide over 24,000 machines to curb stubble burning
The applications for availing subsidy were invited via an online portal to ensure transparency and make the procedure streamlined.
Supreme Court to look into extension of reservation to SC/ST in Lok Sabha, state assemblies
The top court clarified that it will not go into the validity of the earlier extensions given for scheduled castes and scheduled tribes reservations through earlier amendments.
