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NEW DELHI : The tender to set up the first green hydrogen plant of state-run oil refiner and marketer Indian Oil Corp. Ltd (IOCL) received one bid till the 29 November deadline, people aware of the development said. The bid came from GH4India Pvt.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today inspected the first Amrit Bharat train, which features push-pull technology. The train is scheduled to be launched soon by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ayodhya. During his inspection, Vaishnaw highlighted the innovative push-pull technology, which he claims significantly increase the speed of the trains as well as passenger comfort.

NEW DELHI : The government is in the final stages of creating special purpose vehicles for the Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) parks to boost the textile sector. All formalities to establish SPVs will conclude early next year, two officials aware of the development said.

farmers are cultivating climate resilient wheat varieties which has been sown in more than 60 per cent of the planted area of 30.86 million hectares so far, according to agriculture commissioner P K Singh. Wheat is the main rabi (winter) crop, sowing of which normally begins in November and harvesting is done from March-April. As per the agriculture ministry data, wheat sown area stood at 30.86 million hectares till December 22 of the ongoing rabi season, slightly lower than 31.44 million hectares in the year-ago period.

Rick and Morty Season 7 left fans intrigued and eager for more cosmic escapades, even as the series successfully navigated the absence of Justin Roiland, with new narrators Ian Cardoni and Harry Belden stepping into their respective character roles. The animated phenomenon, known for its cosmic adventures and family dynamics, proved its resilience and adaptability in a season that introduced refreshing nuances to the storyline.

food poisoning claimed the life of a woman in Hoskote in Bengaluru Rural limits, reports said on December 25. As many as 70 other people have been hospitalised in the case, news agency PTI said. The suspected cause of the food poisoning is believed to be consumption of an edible offering at a local place of worship.

inaugurate the redeveloped railway station in Ayodhya. The airport will be inaugurated ahead of the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple on January 22.

Web3 has been riding high, powered by burgeoning investments, regulatory advancements, and the impending Bitcoin halving, historically synonymous with increased adoption for robust projects. These with a shift in perceptions that collectively steer us toward an exciting outlook for 2024 and beyond. Regulations Regulatory developments have taken center stage in 2023 with evolving frameworks and enhanced clarity. The evolution of regulatory frameworks in the crypto domain has been remarkable this year, resonating with a global shift toward acceptance over prohibition. The narrative has transformed from mere curiosity about Bitcoin to a resounding endorsement of permissionless ecosystems like Web3. This paradigm shift underscores the recognition of the immense potential of Web3 in propelling economic growth and innovation. In these ecosystems, innovation thrives, and communities are building the next generation of the internet. Account Abstraction This groundbreaking innovation simplifies onboarding into Web3 by abstracting user accounts into smart contract accounts. It has taken the crypto wallet world by storm. With its ability to simplify user onboarding and enhance security, account abstraction is poised to be a game-changer in 2024. NFT Revolution NFTs transcended their initial association with digital art, finding applications in gaming, real estate, and IP. With the emergence of new standards addressing concerns like copyright and environmental impact, the NFT revolution is far from over. Get ready for even more diverse and impactful use cases in 2024.

Ajit Pawar on Monday said that currently, there is “no alternative" to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the country. As reported by PTI, Pawar's response came when reporters inquired about opposition parties contemplating a challenge to Modi's leadership in anticipation of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls next year.

Year-ender 2023: In a remarkable shift, the Indian government's strategic transition from being a net importer to a net exporter has propelled the country's defence sector to new heights. The Ministry of Defence marked a historic year in 2023, witnessing a surge in defence exports, reaching an unprecedented ₹16,000 crore in the financial year—almost ₹3,000 crore more than the preceding year. Concurrently, defence production crossed the monumental milestone of ₹one lakh crore for the first time.

India’s real estate market received private equity (PE) investments of USD 3.0 billion from 23 deals in 2023 (January 01 – December12, 2023), as against USD 5.3 bn recorded in 2022, according to Knight Frank India.

Red Sea with the help of a new security initiative, the world’s largest shipping firm has announced.Maersk said in a press release Sunday that it has received confirmation that U.S.-led Operation Prosperity Guardian (OPG) has been set up and deployed, allowing commerce to safely pass through the Red Sea using the Suez Canal as a gateway between Asia and Europe.“This is most welcome news for the entire industry and indeed the functionality of global trade,” Maersk said in the release.U.S. defence secretary Lloyd Austin announced the multi-national security initiative earlier this month, saying in a release that OPG is necessary to tackle the “recent escalation in reckless Houthi attacks originating from Yemen.”The operation is meant to protect commercial vessels traversing the Red Sea amid escalating missile and drone attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen that have threatened global trade.A Canadian government official told Global News last week that Canada will be deploying “a handful of personnel” to the region “in the coming days” as part of the mission.The Iran-backed Houthis have targeted Israeli-linked vessels since Israel began its military response to Hamas’ brutal attacks on Oct.

upcoming 5-door Thar. Speaking of the design, departing from the multi-spoke design seen on the current 3-door Thar to what seems to be a diamond-cut pattern structure. The test vehicle also showcases LED headlamps featuring circular LED DRLs, providing strong indications that the model is in the final stages of preparation for production.

power of compounding is so profound that it is often referred to as magic. From mutual fund brokers to Warren Buffett – all tend to laud its power. Albert Einstein once famously said that compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world.

wealth management race for leveraging the maximum out of UHNIs/family offices' investments, the entity that often loses the most is the investor. To understand this misaligned thesis better and identify the path towards a more investor-aligned process, it is imperative to observe the entire ecosystem and study its evolution over time. India, a developing economy, has only recently started witnessing a splurge in the population of the wealthy, and thus, the industry that manages this population’s wealth is also at its very nascent stage, hardly 30 years old. This implies that the value chain of wealth management is still far from reaching its most efficient state.

Santa Claus rally, typically associated with an upsurge in stock prices in the last five trading days of December and the first two days of January, may have already played out in Nifty ahead of its time, but the stage looks set for smallcaps. A study of the performance of Nifty Smallcap 100 during these 7-day periods over the last 11 years shows that the index has delivered positive returns every single year during the last five trading days of December and the first two days of January. Last season's Santa rally was the best in recent times, as the smallcap barometer jumped 7% in 7 days. “Nifty Smallcap 100 index has never closed in the red during this period in the last 11 years. Thus, one must watch out for a Santa rally in smallcaps during this period,” Apurva Sheth of SAMCO Securities told ETMarkets. Just like smallcaps, the bluechip Nifty, too, has a track record of giving positive returns in the last 19 out of 22 years. “Thus, data indicates a strong reason to believe that the index could continue this trend this year, too.

IRCTC share price: After ushering in financial year 2023-24, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) shares have been in continuous uptrend. IRCTC share price bottomed out at around ₹560 apiece levels at the end of March 2023 and since then it has remained an ideal buy on dips stock for Indian stock market investors. Last week, IRCTC share price touched 52-week high on two straight sessions on Monday and Tuesday.

air quality in the national capital, as reported by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The Air Quality Index (AQI) at 9:00 am in Alipur registered at 376. Notably, Shadipur experienced a 'severe' AQI of 423, ITO recorded 416, Punjabi Bagh reached 433, RK Puram marked 422, IGI Airport (T3) reported 373, and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium noted 387.

Bill Gates' success story has inspired many, marked by the creation and elevation of Microsoft alongside childhood friend Paul Allen. In a blog post reflecting on his youth, Gates shared that he initially dismissed the significance of weekends and vacations, a perspective he outgrew as he aged and especially upon becoming a father. Recognizing the richness of life beyond work, Gates emphasized the invaluable wisdom gained from witnessing his children's growth.

life insurance: safeguarding the family’s financial future if the breadwinner dies. However, there are plenty of wrong reasons to do the same. Topping the list is the need to save tax.

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