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LIVE: Govt allows import of 20 lakh MT each of crude soybean, sunflower oil_65830

This is for a period of 2 years at nil rate of customs duty and Agricultural Infrastructure and Development Cess

LIVE: Govt allows import of 20 lakh MT each of crude soybean, sunflower oil_65830
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 9:37 PM IST

US bill could see Google, FB spinning off ad biz, may have India impact too_66174

The bill would effectively put an end a company's ability to act as a broker for a buyer or seller of ad space while simultaneously owning the exchange on which the ad space is traded

US bill could see Google, FB spinning off ad biz, may have India impact too_66174
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 9:26 PM IST

You can't raise cash to blow it up: Ronnie Screwvala on layoffs at unicorns_66161

In a Q&A, the upGrad chief said it is a 'lame excuse' for founders for tech unicorns to blame the situation on factors like the war in Europe and funding crunch

You can't raise cash to blow it up: Ronnie Screwvala on layoffs at unicorns_66161
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 9:06 PM IST

WEF 2022: Oil at $110 a barrel not sustainable, says Hardeep Singh Puri_66076

Oil prices have surged this year, with Brent crude hitting $139 a barrel in March for its highest price since 2008, after Russia's invasion of Ukraine exacerbated supply concerns

WEF 2022: Oil at $110 a barrel not sustainable, says Hardeep Singh Puri_66076
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 9:02 PM IST

Biden praises PM Modi for handling pandemic successfully: Official_66156

The US president contrasted India's success with China's failure to handle the pandemic, though both countries are of comparable size

Biden praises PM Modi for handling pandemic successfully: Official_66156
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 8:56 PM IST

Earnings announcements of Future Retail, Future Lifestyle to be delayed_66159

In the last two months, Future Retail Ltd, the flagship firm of Kishore Biyani-led Future Group, witnessed several top-level exits after the Rs 24,713-crore deal with Reliance Retail was called off

Earnings announcements of Future Retail, Future Lifestyle to be delayed_66159
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 8:38 PM IST

Akhilesh slams UP govt over crime, CM recalls Mulayam's remark on rape_66088

Any kind of crime is "unforgivable" and the government is taking strict action against criminals, especially those committing crime against women, CM Yogi claimed.

Akhilesh slams UP govt over crime, CM recalls Mulayam's remark on rape_66088
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 8:31 PM IST

UK PM Johnson faces fresh allegations as new 'partygate' photos emerge_66084

The pictures, released by ITV News channel, reportedly show Johnson at a farewell drinks party on November 13, 2020, for which at least one person is believed to have been fined by Scotland Yard

UK PM Johnson faces fresh allegations as new 'partygate' photos emerge_66084
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 8:23 PM IST

Credit card spending online Rs 30k cr higher than swipes in March: RBI data_66153

In terms of the number of transactions, credit card transactions were marginally lower online at 11 crore as against 11.1 crore offline or at PoS machines

Credit card spending online Rs 30k cr higher than swipes in March: RBI data_66153
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 8:06 PM IST

150 e-buses inducted into DTC's fleet equipped with CCTV, panic buttons_66151

On an average, these buses can run between 140-180 kilometres after being charged fully for two-and-a-half to three hours, officials said.

150 e-buses inducted into DTC's fleet equipped with CCTV, panic buttons_66151
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 7:59 PM IST

Indian Hotels re-appoints Puneet Chhatwal as MD & CEO for 5 yrs from Nov 6_66146

Tata group hospitality firm Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) on Tuesday said its board has approved the re-appointment of Puneet Chhatwal as Managing Director and CEO for another term of five years.

Indian Hotels re-appoints Puneet Chhatwal as MD & CEO for 5 yrs from Nov 6_66146
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 7:53 PM IST

PM Modi leaves for India after concluding his two-day Japan visit_66152

"I had excellent discussions with the business leaders of Japan, and an engaging interaction with the vibrant Indian community in Japan," PM Modi said in a tweet

PM Modi leaves for India after concluding his two-day Japan visit_66152
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 7:52 PM IST

AAP's CM face in Uttarakhand polls, Colonel Ajay Kothiyal, joins BJP_66135

Col Kothiyal had resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party on May 18.

AAP's CM face in Uttarakhand polls, Colonel Ajay Kothiyal, joins BJP_66135
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 7:42 PM IST

Balrampur Chini Q4 net rises marginally to Rs 240 cr; total income up 26%_66136

Total income increased to Rs 1,291.37 crore in the fourth quarter of the last fiscal. It stood at Rs 1,027.24 crore in the corresponding period of the previous year

Balrampur Chini Q4 net rises marginally to Rs 240 cr; total income up 26%_66136
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 7:42 PM IST

WEF 2022: Wrong to weaponise economic tools, says Pak minister Hina Khar_66091

"Either we can allow confrontations to guide the leadership's decision for the future, or we allow liberal values. The world was a much better place to live 20 years back," Khar said.

WEF 2022: Wrong to weaponise economic tools, says Pak minister Hina Khar_66091
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 7:25 PM IST

Vinai Kumar Saxena to take oath as Delhi Lieutenant Governor on May 26_66145

Newly appointed Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Vinai Kumar Saxena will take the oath of office at the Raj Niwas here on May 26, officials said on Tuesday.

Vinai Kumar Saxena to take oath as Delhi Lieutenant Governor on May 26_66145
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 7:24 PM IST

PM Modi to inaugurate, lay foundation stone for Rs 31,400 cr projects in TN_66144

The Prime Minister will also dedicate five projects worth over Rs 2,900 crore to the nation

PM Modi to inaugurate, lay foundation stone for Rs 31,400 cr projects in TN_66144
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 7:14 PM IST

BJP attacks Rahul for meeting Labour MP Corbyn in London; Cong hits back_66138

The Congress justified Gandhi's meeting and shared pictures of Corbyn with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ask whether he too endorsed the "anti-India" views of the UK Labour leader and MP

BJP attacks Rahul for meeting Labour MP Corbyn in London; Cong hits back_66138
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 7:08 PM IST

WEF 2022: More industrial clusters join net-zero transition initiative_66000

The initiative will enable these hubs to accelerate industrial decarbonization, boost job creation and improve competitiveness

WEF 2022: More industrial clusters join net-zero transition initiative_66000
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 6:51 PM IST

All efforts are continuing to increase coal output: Coal ministry_66134

The dispatch of the dry fuel also increased 15.87 per cent to 37.18 MT in the first half of the current month over the corresponding period of the last fiscal

All efforts are continuing to increase coal output: Coal ministry_66134
Updated On : 24 May 2022 | 6:44 PM IST