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We didn't anticipate winning medals in such a short time, says IIS Founder Parth Jindal
Learn about the journey of Parth Jindal, the founder of JSW Sports, and his commitment to developing Olympic champions in India. Discover the impact of the Inspire Institute of Sport in nurturing talent and the strategic partnerships with corporates. Gain insights into the challenges and successes of fostering a culture of sports excellence in the country through innovative initiatives. Witness the evolution of India's sports industry under Jindal's visionary leadership.
"SC has indicated...": BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj after apex court grants interim bail to Arvind Kejriwal
Supreme Court while granting interim bail to Kejriwal in the ED case observed that the Delhi Chief Minister has suffered incarceration of 90 days and it's conscious that he is an elected leader. The top court had reserved the verdict on Kejriwal's plea on May 17.
US Presidential Election 2024: Is Russia helping Donald Trump? Intelligence officials on alert
Intelligence officials in the US have warned against possible Russian attempts to influence the upcoming presidential election in favor of a particular candidate. it is believed that the Russians will attempt to influence the electorate in the swing states in favor of their preferred candidate. Iran and China are also being watched closely.
Sell LIC policy and 'get money in 48 hours with life cover till maturity': Looks attractive? But beware of legal aspects, other rules
LIC policyholders looking to exit their policies can now consider a new option — ACESO's ALIP. This plan allows policyholders to surrender their LIC policy to a Trust and get the surrender value within 48 hours, while still retaining the life cover benefit, the company says. When policyholders die, the nominees can claim the death benefit paid by LIC from the Trust. Is ALIP legal in India? What did LIC say about selling your insurance policy to a Trust? What LIC policyholders should keep in mind while selling their policies to this new player in the market.
Former RBI Guv Urjit Patel set to join Britannia Industries board again
Urjit Patel, former RBI governor, joins Britannia Industries board as an independent director. He recommenced after a two-year hiatus following his resignation in 2018. Patel’s diverse experience includes stints in both the private sector and central bank, distinguishing him from his predecessors. As a seasoned professional, he brings a unique perspective to the boardroom, ensuring a blend of regulatory expertise and corporate governance.
Britannia appoints ex-RBI Guv Urjit Patel as independent director
Britannia has appointed former Reserve Bank of India Governor Dr. Urjit Patel and Atul's MD Sunil Siddharth Lalbhai as Additional Non-Executive Independent Directors for five consecutive years, effective from July 2, 2024, to July 1, 2029. Patel served as the 24th Governor of RBI and was Deputy Governor from 2013 to 2018.
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Integrating climate finance into India's economic blueprint
Pradeep S. Mehta, Secretary-General of CUTS International, suggested that India's 2024-25 Budget should include dedicated climate finance institutions through public-private partnerships during a webinar on accelerating private investment in climate finance. Mehta stressed the importance of private sector involvement for a sustainable and resilient future, highlighting the need for collaboration, innovation, and commitment.
Meta says it may block news from Facebook in Australia
Meta is considering blocking news content in Australia over licensing fees. The company awaits government decisions on fee regulations for tech giants, following similar actions in Canada. Agreements with Australian media may not be renewed, potentially impacting job cuts. Concerns arise over fraudulent ads and content moderation challenges within Meta.
Budget 2024: Tata Motors expects policy continuity in electric mobility
Tata Motors expects policy continuity in the upcoming Union Budget and calls for more players in the charging infrastructure space for faster adoption of electric mobility in India. The new NDA government is expected to present the Union Budget next month, with GST and PLI schemes already in place.
Delhi HC orders removal of video of Kejriwals' court statement from Social media platforms
The Delhi High Court has ordered social media platforms to take down videos and audios of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's personal address to the court. The petition accused violation of video conferencing rules. The court directed platforms to ensure the content is not reuploaded, citing a breach of Delhi High Court Video Conferencing Rules, 2021. The next hearing is scheduled for July 9. The complaint also alleged manipulation of court proceedings by some Aam Aadmi Party members.
Govt allows global tenders to access 120 key, patented drugs
In what could ease access to some patented medicines, the government has allowed global tenders to be floated for procurement of 120 drugs, including anti-diabetic medication Semaglutide, after the health ministry raised concerns over lack of domestic options.
Nirmala Sitharaman: Feisty defender of Modi govt to filling big shoes
As a staunch defender of the Modi government's economic policies and executor, Nirmala Sitharaman created a record when she was appointed as the first female Raksha Mantri, or Defence Minister, in 2017. Prior to that, she was industry and commerce minister.
Economists expect big-bang reforms to continue under Modi 3.0
Modi is set to be sworn in for third term as India's Prime Minister in coalition government with key partners Telugu Desam Party and Janata Dal (United). Economists anticipate focus on economic reforms to achieve goal of Vikshit Bharat by 2047. Budget to prioritize infrastructure, manufacturing, and welfare schemes amid global economic challenges.
Vietnam arrests prominent journalist over Facebook posts
Huy Duc was detained for investigation for posts that "violate the interests of the State, the legitimate rights and interests of organisations and individuals", the Ministry of Public Security said. The 62-year-old former senior lieutenant worked for several influential newspapers in Vietnam before being fired in 2009 for criticising the country's former communist ally the Soviet Union.
Can you opt out of Meta's AI scraping? Sort of
Meta announced the expansion of its AI services globally, using public information to train its AI starting June 26, sparking privacy concerns in Europe. Users in the U.S. were already subject to this practice. The program's future expansion remains uncertain.
Kejriwal's 'medical' bail plea rejected, Delhi court extends judicial custody till June 19
The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi denied Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's bail plea, extending his judicial custody until June 19. Kejriwal, held in Tihar jail over money laundering charges related to the Delhi Excise Policy case, sought interim bail for medical reasons. The Court ordered necessary medical tests.
Delhi excise policy case: SC refuses to grant relief to Manish Sisodia, allows to revive bail plea after final chargesheet filed
The Supreme Court denied bail to AAP leader Manish Sisodia in the Delhi excise policy scam cases. Bail may be requested after final chargesheet filing by CBI and ED, involving allegations of corruption and money laundering.
Excise policy case: SC to hear Manish Sisodia's bail pleas on Tuesday
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia has challenged the Delhi High Court's dismissal of his bail pleas in cases related to an alleged liquor policy scam by moving the Supreme Court. Supreme Court's vacation bench will hear his pleas on Tuesday. The high court had described Sisodia's conduct as a betrayal of democratic principles involving misuse of power and destruction of crucial evidence.
Bhagat Singh was hung to death, I am ready to do the same: Kejriwal before going back to Tihar jail
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal denounced the Narendra Modi government as he prepared to return to Tihar jail, comparing his situation to Bhagat Singh's sacrifice. Facing money laundering charges, he thanked the Supreme Court for bail during elections. Arvind Kejriwal asserted his innocence, claiming his arrest was politically motivated by the BJP
Percentage of women in senior leadership roles increases to 18% in 2023 from 16% in 2016: Report
The report by LinkedIn and The Quantum Hub highlights that while there has been an increase in women joining the workforce, leadership positions still lack gender parity. The representation of women across the workforce rose to 26.8% in 2024, but senior leadership roles only account for 18.3%, showing a decline from the previous year. Industries like education and government administration have higher female leadership representation, while sectors like construction and utilities lag behind.
Excise PMLA case: Delhi Court fixes May 20 to consider ED's chargesheet against Kejriwal, AAP
Special Judge Kaveri Baweja on Saturday fixed the matter for Monday for arguments and ED's submissions on cognizance point. On Friday Enforcement Directorate officials along with Special Public Prosecutor (SPP) Naveen Kumar Matta along with two ED officials filed the chargesheet in Rouse Avenue Court of Delhi.
More and more Andhra education barons eye political heft
The great, renowned coaching factories of Andhra Pradesh are regularly churning out batch after batch of successful candidates at competitive exams. Side by side, the highly successful owners of these institutions are also aiming for -- and many of them achieving -- grand success in the political arena.
Tiger Woods to be lone player on negotiating committee with Saudis
Tiger Woods has been appointed to a five-member subcommittee by the PGA Tour, tasked with negotiating with the Public Investment Fund (PIF) regarding LIV Golf. The subcommittee, which also includes PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan and others, will handle negotiations as PIF seeks to become a minority investor. This comes amidst efforts to strike a deal with Saudi backers of LIV Golf. Rory McIlroy's attempt to rejoin the board was unsuccessful, with Webb Simpson retaining his position after board members resisted McIlroy's return.
Kejriwal in custody following judicial orders, says HC, dismisses plea challenging his arrest
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea challenging the arrest of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a money laundering case linked to the excise policy scam. The court ruled that the petition, which sought information about the arrest of a political party leader or candidate to the Election Commission of India (ECI) when the model code of conduct (MCC) is in force, was not maintainable.
Elon Musk lays off Tesla senior executives in fresh job cuts: Report
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is reducing senior management and laying off hundreds of employees due to falling sales and the pace of layoffs. Rebecca Tinucci, senior director of Tesla's Supercharger business, and Daniel Ho, head of new products, will leave. Musk also announced the dismissal of everyone working for Tinucci and Ho, including the roughly 500 employees in the Supercharger group.
Removal of Arvind Kejriwal's private secretary will pave way for probe into excise policy scam: BJP
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's private secretary, Bibhav Kumar, was removed by the Vigilance Directorate over alleged violations in his appointment, paving the way for a probe into an excise policy scam. The BJP sees this as an administrative move to ensure an impartial investigation, citing Kumar's appointment as "illegal." The AAP has not responded yet. Kumar's removal has raised questions about the AAP's anti-corruption stance. The Vigilance Directorate's order cited violations in Kumar's appointment and a pending criminal case against him.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan slams Cong over absence of their and IUML flags in Rahul Gandhi's roadshow
A day after Congress MP Rahul Gandhi kicked off his poll campaign for Wayanad Lok Sabha seat by holding a roadshow, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday alleged the grand old party did not show its and ally IUML's flags during the event as it was scared of BJP. The CM also hit out at the Congress MP alleging that Gandhi "lacked the courage" to publicly display his own party's flag.
Plea against Kejriwal 'passing orders' in custody: HC asks ED to submit its note to special judge
The Delhi High Court instructed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to present its note to the special judge regarding CM Arvind Kejriwal's orders during custody in a money laundering case. It disposed of a petition urging to prevent Kejriwal from issuing orders while in ED custody, without commenting on the petitioner's standing.
ED questions Delhi Minister Kailash Gahlot in excise policy case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has questioned Kailash Gahlot, Delhi's transport minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, regarding the state's liquor policy case. Gahlot, part of the group of ministers that directed the restructuring of the excise policy, was asked about his connection with Vijay Nair, AAP's former communication-in-charge and a co-accused. Gahlot clarified that he was not residing in the official bungalow allotted to him, where Nair was reportedly living. He also stated that he was never involved in the Goa election campaign.
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