The combined fiscal deficit of 24 Indian states, representing nearly 92 per cent of the country's GDP, reached Rs 1.5 trillion or 1.8 per cent of GSDP in the first quarter of 2025-26 - April-June, according to a report by ICICI Bank Global Markets.
Former MoS MJ Akbar said President Trump might be seen as the most socialist US president for challenging free trade and promoting protectionism, calling it a "socialist response" to competition with capitalist products seen during the Cold War and Soviet Union era.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 9: Cupid Limited (BSE - 530843, NSE - CUPID) is rapidly scaling its In-Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) test kits business, driven by strong domestic demand, a growing international footprint and a clear expansion strategy.
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 9: Ranchi came alive on August 3 and 4, 2025, as the city hosted one of the most significant gatherings in the mountaineering world -- The Himalayan Conclave 2025 (Everest Summit 3.0). Organised by the Ideate Inspire Ignite (i3) Foundation, the conclave
Delhi is experiencing heavy rainfall on Saturday. Areas including Vasant Kunj, R.K.Puram, Cannaught Place and Minto Bridge are witnessing intense showers. Waterlogging was also witnessed at Panchkuian Marg after continuous rainfall in the National Capital since the early morning.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister, has approved the construction of a 4-lane Marakkanam - Puducherry (46 km) in Tamil Nadu. The project will be developed on Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) at a total capital cost of Rs 2,157 crore, said a statement from the C
Hong Kong, August 8: HashKey Exchange, Hong Kong's largest * licensed virtual asset trading platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with IVD Medical Holdings Limited, a publicly listed company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The two parties will collaborate to advance enterprise-
New Delhi [India], August 8: Taiwan is emerging as a powerhouse in the global sports, wellness, and fitness industries--fueled by its cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities and deep-rooted expertise in electronics and ICT infrastructure. The growth is backed by strong market upsurge: Taiwan
In a significant ruling, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the state government to extend benefits of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) to a retired peon who was initially employed as a daily wager and later granted work charge status, observing that services rendered in such capacity
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 8: Mitsu Chem Plast Limited (Mitsu, The Company) (BSE:540078), one of the leading global manufacturers of Blow moulded & Injection Moulded products and a specialist in hospital furniture components, Infrastructure Products, Packaging Bottles Drums, Je
The order dated August 7, issued by the Deputy Secretary to the Indian government, said, "I am directed to convey that the President of India in her capacity as the Visitor of Sikkim University, is pleased to appoint Prof Santanu Kumar Swain, Banaras Hindu University as the Vice Chancellor o
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) president Saurabh Bharadwaj on Friday criticised the law and order situation in the national capital, alleging a sharp increase in street crimes and accusing the police of focusing on targeting AAP leaders instead of public safety.