Month: October 2023

The picturesque beaches of Puducherry have taken on a crimson hue, and the cause appears to be an algal bloom. ...

The Food and Drug Administration has proposed banning certain hair straightening products containing formaldehyde, saying that they are linked to hormone-related cancers and can cause ‘long-term adverse health effects’

HEALTH

FDA: Ban on Straightening Products Containing Formaldehyde

by Ayushi

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a ban on certain hair straightening products that contain formaldehyde, citing concerns ...

Union Minister Goyal rebukes Sharad Pawar for his views on terror

INDIA

Israel-Hamas Conflict Sparks Debate: Sharad Pawar

by Ayushi

India's stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict has sparked controversy and dissent in the country's political landscape, with many voices in ...

The investment commitments have been made by companies in various sectors including tourism, pharmaceuticals, health and wellness, education and agro-processing

BUSINESS

Quadria Achieves First Close of $800 Million Healthcare Fund

by Ayushi

Singapore and New Delhi-based private equity firm Quadria Capital has reached a significant milestone by achieving the first close of ...

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said, “When the government will change, the action will definitely be taken against those who 'disrobed democracy'!”

INDIA

Rahul Gandhi’s Mizoram Visit and Campaigning in the Northeast

by Ayushi

Rahul Gandhi, a Member of Parliament from Wayanad and a prominent figure in the Indian National Congress, made a two-day ...

The internal analysis of industry-level data showed that the number of personal loans disbursed grew between FY20 and FY23, MD of Bajaj Finance Rajeev Jain said

BUSINESS

Bajaj Finance Reduces Lending to Customers with Small Loans

by Ayushi

Bajaj Finance, one of India's prominent non-banking financial institutions, has taken a proactive step to manage its risk by preemptively ...

The idea is to make sure that assesses pay their due taxes by the final advance tax collection date of 15 March and ensure tax compliance

INDIA

IT Dept Challenges Ruling in ₹4,993 Crore Tax Dispute with LIC

by Ayushi

The Income Tax Department in India has taken a significant step by approaching the Bombay High Court to challenge a ...

There is a $80 billion opportunity for companies willing to come and invest in the electronics manufacturing hub in Gujarat, says Vedanta

BUSINESS

Vedanta Explores Japanese Partnerships for Semiconductor Fab

by Ayushi

The Vedanta Group is advancing its plan to establish a semiconductor fabrication facility (fab) in Gujarat and has recently expressed ...

INDIA

SC to Review PMLA Provisions: Challenges to ED’s Powers

by Ayushi

The Supreme Court of India is set to reexamine a significant legal matter, with a special bench comprising Justice Sanjay ...

The decision to celebrate autor Adania Shibli, and to hold panel discussions featuring her, was cancelled by literary association Litprom following the October 7 attack by Hamas fighters at locations in southern Israel.

WORLD

Controversy: Cancellation of Adania Shibli’s Frankfurt Book Event

by Ayushi

The cancellation of an event meant to honor award-winning Palestinian author Adania Shibli at the Frankfurt Book Fair has ignited ...

US President Joe Biden joked about Boeing during his trip to New York, avoiding sitting by the door on Air Force One. Biden's remarks came during a campaign fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall, highlighting recent safety concerns with Boeing aircraft.

WORLD

Middle East Visit of Biden and Oil Market Uncertainty

by Ayushi