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plan to raise funds worth Rs 2.64 lakh crore through bond sales in July-September, while the Centre aims to raise Rs 2.60 lakh crore through the sale of Treasury Bills in the second quarter, the Reserve Bank of India said. In an indicative calendar released by the RBI on Friday, the central bank announced 13 sets of auctions in July-September through which states plan to sell bonds and raise funds.

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) Friday said the amendments to mobile number portability (MNP) regulations to curb SIM swap and replacement frauds will come into effect from July 1. «The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), on 14th March, 2024, issued the Telecommunication Mobile Number Portability (Ninth amendment) Regulations, 2024, which will come into force on 1st July, 2024,» TRAI said. The regulator had notified the amendment in March 2024, after consulting stakeholders. The amendment adds an additional criterion for rejecting generation of the Unique Porting Code (UPC) required to port a SIM card to a different telecom service provider.

A jury has concluded that a landlord’s attempt to evict a former mayor of Maine's largest city who formed a tenants union amounted to retaliation

Indian students (75 females and 71 males) have been awarded the prestigious Erasmus Mundus scholarships for the 2-year master’s programme in Europe under Erasmus+ for the 2024 academic year, making India one of the top recipients of the scholarship. Worldwide, 2603 students from 137 countries have been awarded scholarships this year for the Erasmus Mundus Joint master’s degree, which offers a study programme jointly delivered by an international consortium of higher education institutions. 2024 also marks the 20th anniversary of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s program, a milestone that underscores the program's positive impact on students, higher education institutions, and countries beyond the EU. India has been the largest beneficiary of the programme, with over 2000 students receiving the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship since its inception in 2004. Overall, more than 6,000 Erasmus+ short and long-term scholarships have been awarded to Indian students since the program opened to international students in 2004, providing access to state-of-the-art education and research facilities, international exposure, and valuable professional networks and thus opened up wider professional opportunities. To mark both these milestones, the Delegation of the European Union to India hosted an event for the grantees, celebrating the growing people-to-people links and mobility between the EU and India. These scholars are set to embark on their international degree programs in Europe starting this September.

These literary treasures not only enhance our comprehension of ourselves and others but also equip us with tools to improve mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. In this article, we delve into a curated selection of the most insightful, influential and the best books on human psychology, each offering unique perspectives and groundbreaking research.

Character.AI, a leading AI chatbot company, is taking the next step in human-computer interaction with the launch of its new voice call feature. This innovative feature, dubbed as Character calls, allows users to have real-time conversations with AI characters over phone calls, taking interactions with text-based chatbots to a whole new level.

Ashiana Housing Ltd, a leading real estate developer in India, has announced the successful launch of Phase III of its premium residential project, Ashiana Ekansh, situated in Jaipur’s burgeoning Mansarovar Extension area. The launch garnered remarkable traction, with a significant 92 out of 112 units sold on the first day, translating to impressive sales of Rs 82 crore.

Reliance Jio has hiked the prices of its prepaid and postpaid plans by 12-25 percent. The new prices will come into effect from July 3, 2024. Alongside the tariff revision, Jio has also increased the entry-barrier to use free unlimited 5G data under its “Jio Welcome Offer.”  

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Reasons to buyReasons to avoidThe HP Pavilion 15 features an AMD Ryzen 7 5700U processor, 15.6-inch Full HD display, 16GB DDR4 RAM, and a spacious 1TB SSD, making it a great contender to purchase with student offers. Buyers can expect robust performance and ample storage capacity as it is equipped with AMD Radeon graphics and Audio by B&O.

The California Legislature has approved bills that would amend a 20-year-old law allowing workers to sue their bosses over labor violations

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell says drivers for Uber and Lyft will earn a minimum pay standard of $32.50 per hour under a settlement

The Indian Income Tax Department provides various income tax return (ITR) forms tailored to different taxpayer scenarios. Selecting the appropriate form ensures precise and streamlined reporting of your income. 

7th Central Pay Commission: Since the implementation of 7th Pay Commission, the Central Government Health Services (CGHS) has seen multiple changes, including revision in subscription rates, rules for entitlement of wards and limit of treatment. In April this year, one more change was announced – the Centre asked all CGHS beneficiaries to link their CGHS ID with Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) ID. But now, the decision has been put on hold until further notice.

Fixed deposits (FDs) offer safety of the principal amount along with guaranteed returns. One of the key benefits of FDs is that you can choose the terms based on your funds’ requirements and make use of the money as and when you wish. Also, you can avail the funds with interest and reinvest as and when you get the chance to lock-in your money for a higher interest rate.

Ampverse DMI, a leader in the gaming and entertainment sector, has appointed Sona Mazumdar as head of its new Marketing Solutions unit for the Indian gaming market. Mazumdar brings experience from collaborating with over 300 brands across Asia, including Porsche, Samsung, Riot Games, KFC, and Coca-Cola. Previously, she served as Chief Partnership Officer at Kidzania for eight years, playing a key role in partnerships and business scaling. With two decades in India’s entertainment sectors, Mazumdar is known for problem-solving, data analysis, and strategic execution, advising Board and C-level stakeholders. She facilitated the joint venture between DMI and Ampverse.

Question: Since the concessional tax regime u/s 115BAC of the I-T Act has now been made the default tax regime for individual taxpayers, kindly guide us on switching between the tax regimes.

National Insurance Awareness Day has evolved over the years to become an important annual event that highlights the crucial role of insurance in protecting individuals, families, and businesses. The goal of National Insurance Awareness Day is to help people understand the different types of insurance available, to empower people to make informed decisions about their insurance coverage and to recognize the value that insurance provides in safeguarding their financial well-being. By taking proactive steps to review and renew their insurance policies, individuals and businesses can have greater peace of mind and be better prepared to handle life’s unexpected challenges.

The Indian wedding industry, valued at $130 billion, is dynamic and multifaceted, comprising a range of products and services. Among the major categories of these products and services are jewelry, apparel, event management, catering, photography, entertainment, etc.

IFFCO-Tokio General Insurance Company, a joint venture between Indian Farmers Fertilizer Co-operative (IFFCO) and Japan’s Tokio Marine Group, has launched a new policy for Directors and Key Management Personnel (KMPs) which can be bought on individual basis. It covers defense costs, litigation expenses and compensation that Directors & KMPs may have to face because of allegations levied against them while performing their directorial, managerial & supervisory role.