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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. India’s electric vehicle (EV) market is no longer a startup playground. Bajaj Auto, a ‘legacy’ two-wheeler maker once far behind the EV race where Ola Electric and other startups were shaping the market, has nearly doubled its market share since the start of the fiscal in April.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. As the festival season approaches, Indian passenger vehicle makers (PV) are cautiously optimistic despite a backdrop of declining wholesale dispatches, as well as lower retail sales in September on account of an inauspicious Shraadh period taking up the second half of the month. While passenger vehicle registrations declined 5% in September on a year-on-year basis, wholesales too moderated to account for swelling inventories at dealerships.

Sebi, in its board meeting on Monday, announced that it would introduce uniform standards for nomination facilities across the Indian securities market and consistent norms for nominations across demat accounts and mutual fund investments. The maximum number of nominees will be increased to 10 now from three earlier. It will also allow nominees to act on behalf of incapacitated investors, with certain risk mitigation checks and balances. The transmission process to nominees will be simplified with minimal documentation requirements. Also Read | Equity MF categories offer up to 5% average return in September

DGTR) is probing the dumping of 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane or R-134a; Acrylonitrile Butadiene Rubber; certain Antioxidants; polytetrafluoroethylene; black toner powder cartridge; and colled rolled non-oriented electrical steel from China. According to six separate notifications, the applicants have alleged that material injury is being caused to the domestic industry due to the dumped imports of these products originating in or exported from China into India. They have requested for imposition of anti-dumping duty on these imports with a view to guard them from cheap imports.

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Symbiosis Medical College for Women, Pune, has recently gone viral, featuring female students enthusiastically celebrating the New Year with a dance party. The video, which has been widely shared on social media platforms, captures the students dancing to the hit song Bolo Ta Ra Ra. In the video, the students can be seen energetically performing to the iconic track Bolo Ta Ra Ra, which was part of Daler Mehndi's 1995 debut album. This song, still remembered as one of the biggest-selling non-film Indian pop albums, has evidently retained its charm among younger generations. The lively and carefree atmosphere at the party, combined with the energetic beats of the song, has resonated with many viewers online. One user commented, «This cuteness can't be ignored.» Another user wrote, «I need to improve more time to study in neet after this video.» The viral clip garnered over 4.4 million YouTube views.

Maruti Suzuki India on Tuesday reported a 2 per cent year-on-year increase in total sales at 1,84,727 units in September. The company had sold 1,81,343 units in the same month last year, Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) said in a statement. Total domestic passenger vehicle sales were at 1,44,962 units as compared to 1,50,812 units in the year-ago month, a decline of 4 per cent, it added. Sales of mini segment cars, comprising Alto and S-Presso, grew to 10,363 units as against 10,351 units in September 2023.

Monsoon season 2024 ends with 7.6% more rainfall than normal with Rajasthan, Gujarat, west Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh getting excess rainfall, said India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday even as most parts of the country are expected to receive above normal rainfall. While rainfall in October could be 115% of Long Period Average (LPA), rainfall during post monsoon season October- December is expected to be 112% of LPA. Above normal rainfall during the post monsoon season may affect harvesting process standing kharif crops – paddy, pulses and oilseeds- affecting the overall productivity. The timely arrival of monsoon is good for agriculture as most of the kharif sowing takes place in the months of June and July. The southwest monsoon provides about 70% of India's yearly rain and is vital for the agriculture sector that contributes significantly to the country’s GDP and supports over half of its 1.4 billion population.

Uttam Sugar Mills Ltd.(up 5.31%), Balrampur Chini Mills Ltd.(up 4.88%), Dalmia Bharat Sugar and Industries Ltd.(up 4.41%), Avadh Sugar & Energy Ltd.(up 3.10%), Rajshree Sugars & Chemicals Ltd.(up 2.44%), Dwarikesh Sugar Industries Ltd.(up 1.69%), Mawana Sugars Ltd.(up 1.62%), Simbhaoli Sugars Ltd.(up 1.48%), KM Sugar Mills Ltd.(up 1.44%) and Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar Ltd.(up 1.43%) stood among the top gainers.

Haryana Assembly Polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday continued his consistent attacks against the Congress over SC, ST, OBC reservation, violence against Dalits, the Ayodhya Ram Temple, Jammu and Kashmir, MSP on crops, and more. The Bharatiya Janata Party leader was addressing a rally in Haryana's Palwal. «Congress kept every issue important for the country entangled… Congress did not allow Ram temple to be built in Ayodhya. Congress did not allow the Constitution to be fully implemented in Jammu and Kashmir. They deprived our sisters of reservation in Parliament and Assembly. Congress kept our Muslim sisters entangled in the problem of triple talaq. Congress did not solve the problems of the country and its citizens but instead used all its energy to establish its own family,» PM Modi said at the election campaign. «Today the whole of Haryana has to take a pledge – all those who love India will remain united, we are one and we will vote unitedly for the country. We will unite and vote for the future of our children. We will unite and vote for the safety of our daughters. We will unite and vote for jobs without any expense slips. We will unite and vote for new investments, and new jobs in Haryana. We will unite and vote for good roads and better irrigation,» he added.

regulatory norms for MedTech and pharma sectors and sought industry inputs for the same, Niti Aayog member (Health) VK Paul said on Tuesday. Speaking at an Assocham event here, he said that with changing times the regulatory framework also needs to be worked upon. «Under the ages of principal scientific adviser to the Government of India, regulatory improvements for medical technology and pharma are under active consideration,» Paul said. He sought industry participation in making the system better.

Natasa Stankovic is making headlines once again as she enjoys a refreshing vacation in Goa following her recent split from cricketer Hardik Pandya. The Serbian model and actress has been seen traveling between Serbia and India and is currently in Goa with Aleksandar Alex Ilic, rumored to be Disha Patani’s boyfriend. Aleksandar recently shared a lighthearted video on his Instagram, capturing a playful moment with Natasa in a pool. In the clip, she is seen lounging on a floating swan, while he sneaks up behind her and gives her a playful push. He accompanied the post with mermaid and wave emojis, adding a fun touch to the moment. Natasa was dressed in a stylish black swimsuit, enjoying the sun, while Aleksandar sported swim shorts. In her own social media post, Natasa shared a video from the same pool, showcasing her soaking up the sun on a floating tube, further highlighting her cheerful demeanor during the getaway.

Xi Jinping issuing a stern warning that the road ahead for the Communist nation won't be smooth as it is weighed down by economic headwinds coupled with intensifying rivalry with the US and growing tensions with neighbours, including India. A large number of people attended the ceremonial flag hoisting at the sprawling Tiananmen Square in Beijing on Tuesday to celebrate the National Day as the country shut down for a week-long holiday. Other than this, there were no festivities nor grand military parades displaying China's military might like in the 60th and 70th anniversaries of the National Day, but a rallying call from Xi asking people to prepare for hard times. «The road ahead won't be smooth and flat, there will be difficulties and obstacles. [We] might face high winds and rough seas, even stormy seas,» Xi said at a banquet on the eve of the anniversary as China tries to regain economic momentum amid an increasingly challenging set of geopolitical headwinds.

CIL's coal production dropped marginally by 1 per cent to 50.9 million tonnes (MT) in September. The coal behemoth, which accounts for over 80 per cent of the domestic coal output, produced 51.4 MT in the corresponding month of the previous fiscal year, Coal India Ltd (CIL) said in a filing to the BSE. However, the PSU's coal output in the April-September period of the current fiscal year increased 2.5 per cent to 341.5 MT, over 332.9 MT in the year-ago period.

Gandhi Jayanti, observed on October 2 every year, marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, a pivotal leader in India’s fight for independence. Born in 1869, Gandhi's approach to achieving freedom was grounded in non-violence and civil disobedience, values that continue to resonate globally. His advocacy for peaceful resistance played a crucial role in dismantling British colonial rule in India.

NITI Aayog which is working with states to develop a roadmap for green energy transition and a pathway to achieve a net zero carbon emissions target, will be giving its report next month, said BVR Subrahmanyam, CEO of the central government's think tank on Tuesday. Addressing reporters on the sidelines of the launch of Telangana chapter of Women Entrepreneurship Programme (WEP), a flagship initiative of NITI Aayog, he also asserted that 9 per cent aspirational growth is possible backed by the overall sectoral growth. «Wait for one month. NITI Aayog has got the best group in India working on energy transition, Climate Change, net zero and circularity. We will be coming out with reports in November. We will be actually giving the roadmap for net zero by 2070,» he said. Subrahmanyam further said NITI Aayog is working on green transition to set up a green transition ecosystem for «Hard-to-abate» industries including categories such as steel, cement, and petrochemicals and circularity can be brought in very easily in Lithium ion batteries, electronic components, vehicles, rubber ( tires), and steel (metals).

monsoon season has concluded with 7.6 per cent more rainfall than the normal average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Several states, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, west Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, experienced excess rainfall. The monsoon is vital for India's agricultural sector, as 52% of the net cultivated area relies on it. Additionally, this rain-bearing system plays a crucial role in replenishing reservoirs that supply drinking water and support power generation across the country.

Punjab a free investment zone and demanded a military academy in Anandpur Sahib to propel the Indian state on the path of development. «Punjab is a very important part of India. If Punjab prospers, India will prosper, and vice versa. Unfortunately, Punjab went through a difficult period in the 80s and 90s due to militancy and extremism. It suffered a lot, including the loss of a generation of Sikhs. Even today, Punjab is bearing the consequences of the events in 1984. Its progress was halted, with little investment happening in the region,» said Jasdip Singh Jasse, chairman of Sikhs of America. «We would like to request Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) to make Punjab an enterprise zone, make it a free investment zone, give incentives to businesses, and set up a military academy in Anandpur Saheb,» Jasse told PTI. In the absence of opportunities, youths of Punjab are spending large amounts of money to illegally travel to the US and Canada. «Youths of Punjab be given business opportunities in Punjab itself,» he said.

Shares of Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd.(up 1.38 per cent), State Bank of India(up 1.15 per cent), Bank of Baroda(up 0.45 per cent), Federal Bank Ltd.(up 0.2 per cent) and ICICI Bank Ltd.(up 0.11 per cent) ended the day as top gainers in the pack.

social media platforms over the last decade and a half has had a pervasive impact on the way industries function, especially in large consumer markets like India. The 'personal finance' industry in India is an apt case study, which has witnessed a significant uptick in using social media platforms by individuals/organizations. These individuals, who are largely unregulated, share information and advice with prospective investors on a range of topics covering the entire spectrum of financial planning on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and many others. Their counsel covers most financial instruments, including market securities, mutual funds, insurance and pension funds. Notably, no stipulations define the eligibility criterion and qualifications under an established legislative framework in India. As a consequence, most of 'Financial Influencers' or 'Finfluencers' are ill-equipped to offer professional advice and guidance to investors, who commit their hard-earned money based on such information.