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CCI on Tuesday approved Fortis Healthcare's proposal to acquire an additional 31.52 per cent stake in Agilus Diagnostics. Multi-speciality hospital chain Fortis Healthcare Ltd (FHL) is engaged in providing integrated healthcare delivery services like medicare, healthcare and diagnostics. The diagnostics services business of FHL is being undertaken primarily through Agilus. «Commission approves the acquisition of additional 31.52 per cent share capital of Agilus Diagnostics Ltd by Fortis Healthcare Ltd,» according to a post by CCI on X.

dispute settlement body (DSB) has accepted a request from India and Taiwan to further defer the adoption of the ruling against New Delhi’s import duties on certain information and technology products till April 25 next year. This is the fifth time the adoption of the ruling has been deferred. The two were earlier given time until September 19, 2023 then December 18, then April 26, 2024 and then October 31 to resolve the dispute regarding New Delhi’s import duties on certain information and technology products.

dearness allowance (DA) of government employees in Uttarakhand was increased on Tuesday from 50 per cent to 53 per cent per month.All regular and full-time employees of the state government and officials associated with the UGC can avail of the increased DA with retrospective effect from July 1, 2024, according to an official statement. The arrears of dearness allowance from July 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024 will be paid in cash, it said. The allowance will be added to the regular salary from October 1, 2024.

A second term for Donald Trump as president of the United States could potentially impact Canada’s banking sector more than a win by Kamala Harris due to his proposed tax cuts for corporations and his aggressive focus on re-shoring, some analysts say.

In its final results published today (29 October), BGFD reported its net asset value total return was up 10% over the year, compared to 14.7% total returns for the TOPIX index. The latest results for the trust, which divides its portfolio among four key themes — secular growth, growth stalwarts, special situations and cyclical growth — reflect a prolonged period of underperformance over the past five years. During this time, the strategy's NAV has consistently lagged behind its benchmark at 0.4% growth compared to TOPIX's 25.8% advance. However, with a period of controlled inflatio...

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 release date on Netflix has remained a topic of curiosity for the fans of the hugely popular show. The Lincoln Lawyer is based on novels written by Michael Connelly. «The Brass Verdict» was adapted in The Lincoln Lawyer Season 1, The Fifth Witness was adapted for the second season, and The Gods of Guilt was adapted in season 3, WhatsOnNetflix reported. Also Read: Top economist since 2012 predicts Donald Trump’s win in 2024 US Election

Siddaramaiah on Tuesday sought to calm down farmers in Vijayapura, Yadgir and Dharwad districts, agitated after the revenue authorities issued them notices claiming that their farmlands were owned by the Waqf Board. «No farmer will be evicted from his land. If the government has issued any notice, they will be withdrawn,» the CM told media persons in Bengaluru responding to queries on farmers in these districts getting notices. Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, Waqf Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan and Industries minister MB Patil have already clarified on the subject, the CM said.

Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is extremely close. Recent national polls indicate a narrow lead for Harris, but the margins are tight, leaving the outcome uncertain. Here’s a look at the latest polling data and what it means for the election.

PM E-Bus scheme through a Direct Debit Mandate (DDM) with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). According to the PM-eBus Sewa-Payment Security Mechanism (PSM) scheme, notified by the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), states getting electric buses (e-buses) through this route will permit the centre to recover overdue amounts. Procurement and operation of e-buses by Public Transport Authorities (PTAs) is supported under the PM e-Bus PSM scheme. These buses are handed over to state government or union territory-controlled PTAs to operate them and recover costs through fares. Since the PTAs are in poor financial health, bus suppliers fear they will not be paid by the states. The PSM scheme addresses concerns of e-bus suppliers by ensuring timely payments to operators through a dedicated fund. In case of payment default by Public Transport Authorities (PTAs), Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL), the implementing agency, shall make necessary payments from the scheme funds which will be later recouped by the centre.

Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday asserted that Punjab should get fresh investments for setting up compressed biogas (CBG) and ethanol plants, and said he wrote to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann several times, but nothing happened on the ground. Replying to a question on the law and order issue in AAP-ruled Punjab, Puri said if the law and order is not right, then even the existing industry will also leave the state. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of Rozgar Mela here, Puri said entrepreneurs in Punjab should be encouraged to set up CBG plants in the state. «I feel pain that CBG plants are increasing in the country, but here (Punjab) CBG plants are finding it hard to run. If a CBG plant is run, it will benefit farmers. If an ethanol plant is set up, it will benefit farmers as they are run on biomass.

Blinkit on Tuesday saw a surge in sales of gold and silver coins along with other items associated with Dhanteras celebrations. Similar to last year, other platforms such as Swiggy Instamart and Zepto are also offering gold and silver coins, as well as puja essentials. Dhanteras, or Dhanatrayodashi, marks the first day of the Diwali festival across several parts of India. It is considered auspicious to buy items made of gold, silver or brass on this day, as such purchases are believed to bring prosperity and success. This year, Dhanteras is being celebrated on October 29. “Dhanteras special: get authentic gold & silver coins delivered in 10 minutes from Blinkit,” chief executive Albinder Dhindsa wrote in a post on microblogging platform X.

Trump ally Steve Bannon was released from prison early Tuesday, after serving a four-month sentence for defying a subpoena in the congressional investigation into the U.S. Capitol attack on Jan. 6, 2021. Bannon left the Federal Correctional Institution in Danbury, Connecticut, according to Kristie Breshears, a spokesperson for the federal Bureau of Prisons. He planned to hold a news conference later in the day in Manhattan, his representatives said. He's also expected to resume his podcast Tuesday. Bannon, 70, reported to the prison July 1 after the Supreme Court rejected his bid to delay the prison sentence while he appeals his conviction.

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Donald Trump as she delivers her closing election argument Tuesday on the spot where her rival rallied supporters before the January 6, 2021 US Capitol attack. With polls in a dead heat exactly one week before Election Day, the Democratic vice president's campaign said she chose the symbolic site to push her case that the Republican former president is a threat to American democracy. But Harris will also deliver an «optimistic and hopeful» message, a senior campaign official said, amid rumblings in the party that she is focusing too much on Trump and not enough on her own policies.

Dior bag worth over Rs 2 lakh, popular spiritual speaker and singer Jaya Kishori has responded to the controversy, clarifying her stance on material possessions. The 29-year-old preacher, known for her teachings on devotion and simplicity has said that she has never advised anybody to renounce anything. She said that she is just a normal girl, living a normal life. A controversy had erupted after she was recently spotted at an airport with the high-end handbag, sparking debate among her followers. The luxury item, recognized as a Dior Book Tote, features a cotton exterior and is allegedly lined with calfskin, details that have fueled backlash given Kishori's messages of non-materialism and detachment. Critics expressed confusion over the apparent contradiction between her expensive tastes and her spiritual teachings. In her defense, Kishori stated, «The bag is a customized piece. There is no leather in it, and the customization means it can be made according to personal wishes. My name is also engraved on it. I have never used leather, nor will I ever.» She further emphasized, «I have never advised anyone to renounce anything. I have not renounced anything myself, so how could I suggest that to others? I am clear from day one that I am not a saint, sadhu, or sadhvi. I am a normal girl, living in a regular house with my family. I encourage the youth to work hard, earn money, and give themselves and their families a good life.»

Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd in Tamil Nadu has reached a milestone of producing over 45 lakh powertrain units since commencing operation in 2010, the company said. The 600 acre facility at Oragadam near here, caters to domestic and overseas market requirements for Renault and Nissan. Since the start of production, the factory produces Renault and Nissan brand of cars with over 2.75 million cars being produced till date, while the plant has produced seven different type of engines and three varieties of gearboxes. The milestone of producing over 4.5 million powertrain units at the factory includes 2.83 million engines and 1.67 million gearboxes, the company said in a statement on Tuesday.

As the government considers imposing additional duties to curb the influx of cheaper steel imports, which are impacting domestic producers, the Engineering Export Promotion Council of India (EEPC India) as well as steel producer Jindal Steel have voiced their concerns about the potential effects of these protectionist measures. EEPC India, the organisation advocating for engineering goods exporters, is against limiting steel imports from cost-effective markets. According to the council, curbing steel imports from China will severely impact the engineering goods sector, especially MSMEs, which depend on competitively priced steel to sustain operations. “It is imperative to keep domestic steel prices competitive. The price differential between Chinese steel and Indian-produced steel is significant. This price advantage enables downstream industries, especially MSMEs, to remain competitive in domestic and global markets,” says Arun Kumar Garodia, Chairman of EEPC India.

Deepti Sharma has been rewarded for her excellent recent form as she moved up two places to reach career-high second spot in the latest ICC women's ODI rankings for bowlers on Tuesday. On the back of some strong performances in the recent ICC Women's T20 World Cup in the UAE, Deepti has been one of India's best players through the opening two matches of her side's ongoing white-ball series against New Zealand at home. Deepti has three wickets from two matches against the White Ferns at a miserly economy rate of 3.42. It has seen Deepti gain two places to move to second on the table, and the senior India spinner has closed in on England tweaker and No.1 ranked ODI bowler Sophie Ecclestone.

Finova Capital has secured $135 million (about Rs 1,135 crore) in a fresh funding round led by Avataar Venture Partners, Sofina and Madison India Capital, with existing investor Norwest Venture Partners also participating, the Jaipur-based company said on Tuesday. The new investors join existing shareholders Peak XV Partners, Faering Capital and Maj Invest. The round provided partial exit to some of the early investors, the company said. The transaction marks business-to-business focused growth-stage fund Avataar Venture Partners’ first investment in the financial services sector in India.

Congress leaders in Pune, after being left out in ticket distributions for the assembly polls has prompted three senior leaders--Aba Bagul, Kamal Vyavhare, and Manish Anand--to file their nominations as independent candidates for key seats in the city. This discontent stems from seat-sharing issues within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA). The first woman mayor of Pune, Kamal Vyavhare, will contest from Kasba Assembly constituency, while Manish Anand will run from Shivaji Nagar and Aba Bagul from Parvati Assembly seats. Notably, Kasba and Shivaji Nagar seats were allocated to Congress, with Ravindra Dhangekar and Datta Bahirat as the declared candidates, respectively. Parvati Assembly seat was given to NCP's Ashwini Kadam. Aba Bagul, who has been a councillor in Pune Municipal Corporation for 40 years, also being in several standing committees and leader of the opposition in the corporation, is as an independent candidate from the Parvati Assembly constituency of Pune city.