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Mobile phone manufacturing in value terms jumped 21-fold to Rs 4.1 lakh crore in India in the last 10 years as government policy measures like PLI played a critical role in attracting global players to boost local production, industry body ICEA said in a statement. India now produces 97 per cent of its total mobile phone demand locally and 30 per cent of the total production in financial year 2024 is meant for export, the India Cellular and Electronics Association said. «Mobile phone production surged from Rs 18,900 crore in 2014-15 to an estimated Rs 4,10,000 crore in FY'24, registering an increase of 2000 per cent. In 2014-15, mobile phone exports from India were a mere Rs 1,556 crore. The industry expects to end FY24 with an estimated export of Rs 1,20,000 crore. This would mean a 7500 per cent increase in exports over a decade,» ICEA said. According to a note on manufacturing, in the field of smartphones, Apple and Samsung, have played a crucial role in boosting mobile phone exports from the country.

digital brokerage eToro is seeking a valuation of more than $3.5 billion and considers the U.S. a potential destination to list its shares, the Financial Times reported on Sunday. The retail trading platform is weighing an initial public offering (IPO) in New York or London, CEO Yoni Assia told the newspaper, adding that a US listing would give the company access to a broader range of investors than a presence on the British market.

GPS signals that deceive on-board plane systems and complicate the work of airline pilots are surging near conflict zones, industry employees and officials told AFP. A ground collision alert sounds in the cockpit, for instance, even though the plane is flying at high altitude — a phenomenon affecting several regions and apparently of military origin. This includes the vicinity of Ukraine following the Russian invasion two years ago, the eastern Mediterranean and the air corridor running above Iraq, according to pilots and officials interviewed by AFP.

skydiving in Madhya Pradesh, exploring a “seabeach” in Rajasthan or going on a temple trail in Goa? You could even board a special tourist train to cover lesser-known spots in Uttarakhand. State tourism departments across the country are working on promoting new destinations and activities in a bid to attract more travellers, said officials. While Goa, for instance, wants tourists to explore more of the coastal state beyond its beaches, Rajasthan wants to develop destinations other than forts and palaces, they said.

Final Destination: Bloodlines, the sixth installment in the iconic Final Destination horror series. As fans eagerly await the release in 2025, here's a comprehensive look at what's known so far, from the cast to potential plot twists.

Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto has long been a popular destination for tourists, but visitors will no longer be able to venture into some private-property alleys in the city's famous geisha district

Narendra Modi launched 52 tourism sector projects worth over Rs 1400 crore under the Swadesh Darshan and Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD) schemes on Thursday. Nine tourism infrastructure projects, spread across the country, developed under Swadesh Darshan and PRASHAD schemes worth Rs 469 crore were launched, besides 43 other projects worth Rs 963 crore were also launched under the two schemes of tourism ministry. The tourism ministry said in a statement that the project launch events were also carried out at all the 52 destinations, simultaneously by the ministry, state government, UT administrations and local authorities. The projects launched today included three projects under PRASHAD Scheme ( Hazratbal- Srinagar, Jogulamba- Telangana, Amarkantak-Madhya Pradesh) worth Rs 129.35 crore. The ministry said some of the major interventions developed in the projects include pilgrim facilitation centres, ghat development, façade illumination, sound and light shows, queue complex and safety and security infrastructure.

After crafting a detailed masterpiece in mere days, a Canadian jeweller managed to get her creation into the hands of the mighty Taylor Swift.

In a move towards full transparency, tech pioneers Conrad Lewis and Luke Appleton have revealed that their co-founded software development company Orbit Cosmos is the brains behind in-development blockchain game, Pikamoon.

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aviation regulator Directorate General for Civil Aviation (DGCA) has given new airlines Fly 91 Air Operator's Certificate (AOC). Fly91, which is helmed by top aviation veterans, has the tagline 'Bharat Unbound'. The airline is promoted by Harsha Raghavan, the former head of Fairfax India and Manoj Chacko, former executive vice president of defunct Kingfisher Airlines. The airline will have the new Goa airport built by GMR as its main base, while the coastal state will also house the headquarter of an airline for the first time.

Mint. Asset managers are not allowed to share any commissions or incentives other than the prescribed trail commissions. Trail commission refers to a fee that mutual funds pay their distributors as long as those who bought MF units stay invested.

Ordering in gourmet food provides a double joy — offering a delicious feast, without having to step out of your second-favourite destination for a fine meal: home. A smartphone order opens a menu to culinary delights brought to your doorstep. For starters, the excitement builds as you peruse the menu, each item described in vivid detail, tempting you with its flavours and ingredients. The sheer variety available ensures there's something to suit every taste and craving, whether it's delicate sushi rolls or decadent desserts. Then, for a side dish comes the anticipation as you await the arrival of your order. The mere thought of opening up the boxes ignites your senses, hinting at the gastronomic delights to come.

₹10; ₹15 for up to 1-2 kilometers and ₹20 for up to 2-6 kilometers. -Once the commuters have bought the tickets, they will be allowed to stay on the metro premises for 20 minutes. -To avoid standing in the queue, the commuters can also download an app and book metro tickets to their destinations.

Karnataka aims to become a $1 trillion economy by 2032 by growing at a sustained rate of 18%, Industries minister MB Patil said on Monday. The state, he said, would soon bring out a new clean mobility policy that would make the state a premier destination for EV manufacturing. Patil, who was speaking at the inauguration of the 54th World Trade Centre Association (WTCA) Global Business forum, said that the state’s Industrial Policy for the period 2020-25 provided multiple financial incentives to create favourable economics for investors. “Karnataka is also partnering with technology companies to leverage industry 4.0 technologies and the state will drive automation and develop AI-powered subscription products or services,” he added. This was the first edition of the summit in Karnataka and the second held in India. The event, jointly organised by the New York World Trade Centers Association and Bengaluru World Trade Centers Association, was inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar.

UK, Canada, and Australia are having a significant impact on prospective student demand for study in those countries, according to a report by ICEF Monitor. IDP's latest research, «The Voice of the International Student,» conducted in January 2024 across 67 countries with 2,500 student participants, shows that a lot of students are thinking twice about studying in the UK, Canada, and Australia. Meanwhile, the United States seems to be becoming more attractive among students. Are you immigration ready? Find out The prospective student demand for Canada, in particular, is dipping dramatically, while interest in the US increased significantly in 2023, according to a report by Studyportals.

Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has emerged as a pivotal tool in India's quest to bolster its attractiveness to global investors. By streamlining the process of resolving insolvency cases, the IBC not only facilitates the efficient allocation of capital but also instils confidence in investors regarding the robustness of India's legal and regulatory framework. The Supreme Court recently noted that the principle aims of the IBC are to promote investment, and resolution of insolvencies of corporate persons, firms, and individuals in a time bound manner. The IBC consolidated and amended a web of laws which had led to an ineffective and inefficient mechanism for resolution of insolvencies marked with significant delays. One of the key aspects that enhances India's global appeal is the IBC's provision for cross-border insolvency cases. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code contains provisions enabling cross-border insolvency cases through bilateral agreements and the issuance of letters of request to foreign courts by Adjudicating Authorities (AAs) under section 234 and section 235. Through bilateral agreements and the issuance of letters of request to foreign courts, the IBC enables seamless resolution of insolvency cases involving international stakeholders. This aspect is particularly significant in today's interconnected global economy, where businesses operate across borders, and investment flows transcend geographical boundaries.

NEW DELHI : Indians are flying overseas like never before. And airlines are taking swift measures to cater to the rising demand. This January has seen 6.52 million people take off for foreign destinations from India, 17% more than January 2023 and, significantly, 0.5% higher than the pre-covid level of January 2020 as well.

mutual funds. Here are the following: Coupon payments are associated with bonds. Bonds are a kind of debt instrument issued by the government, corporations and banks when they want to borrow money from investors to finance big projects.

Pakistan on Sunday protested India's action on a Karachi-bound ship from China on suspicion of 'consignment for nuclear programme'. Calling the action an "unjustified seizure" of commercial goods destined for Karachi, Pakistan clarified that the consignment was a "simple case" of the import of a commercial lathe machine by a commercial entity which supplies parts to the automobile industry in this country.