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Rupee falls 13 paise to settle at new record low of 85.87 against dollar

Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading 0.35 per cent higher at 108.76

2023 Delhi floods forecast inaccurate due to Yamuna congestion: Govt to NGT

In 2023, Delhi witnessed one of its worst flood-like situations in several pockets due to heavy rains and over 25,000 people were evacuated from inundated areas

Sebi modifies credit rating agency rules to enhance ease of doing business

In a circular issued on Tuesday, the markets watchdog announced changes in rules for CRAs aimed at standardising rating processes and publication protocols

Indigenously made vehicles to reach Lebanon for Indian troops' use

The fleet comprises high mobility troop carriage vehicles, utility vehicles (one tonne and 2.5 tonne), medium and light ambulances, fuel bowsers and recovery vehicles, they said

hBits raises Rs 40 crore in Series A funding to finance growth plans

The funds will be used to enhance hBits' AI-driven technology platform, expand its geographical presence, and bring curated, high-value investment opportunities to a wider audience

Expect RBI to cut rates next month, Budget must focus on job creation: CII

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) chief also expressed optimism that much-needed labour reforms will be taken up by the BJP-led NDA government in the third term

Elgar Parishad-Maoist case: HC grants bail to Rona Wilson, Sudhir Dhawale

While granting relief, the high court said it was not dealing with the merits of the case at this stage

MSIL forays into tourism sector, K'taka minister launches travel packages

Speaking at the launch event here, Patil said Mysore Sales International Ltd's offerings blend affordability with quality, ensuring safety, comfort, and reliability for the public

PM Modi undertakes roadshow with Andhra CM Naidu in Visakhapatnam

People gathered in large numbers, showered flowers on the leaders as they traveled atop an open vehicle, waving back

Karnataka HC strikes down central rules on green energy open access

The Court ruled that the Centre lacked the authority under the Electricity Act, 2003, to frame such rules, as the Act specifically grants this power to the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission

Budget 2025: NRAI seeks industry status, subsidies for food services sector

National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) said restaurants should be allowed to operate for longer hours, and also sought targeted subsidy schemes and access to debt financing for SMEs

India, EU discuss protecting human rights in 11th dialogue meet in Delhi

The issues were extensively discussed at the 11th India-EU Human Rights Dialogue held in Delhi

Every citizen of this country akin to a soldier: IAF chief A P Singh

In his address at the ongoing Republic Day National Cadet Corps (NCC) Camp at Delhi Cantonment, he underlined the ethos of the NCC

India eying integrated satellite communication grid: Defence space official

The official said defence forces were looking at a mix of constellations, Defence Space Agency, was formed in 2019 to create a tri-service integrated Aerospace Command led by IAF

Laxmi Dental's Rs 698 cr IPO to open on Jan 13 at price band of Rs 407-428

The company has decreased the size of its fresh issuance from Rs 150 crore to Rs 138 crore and expanded OFS (offer for sale) size from 1.28 crore equity shares to nearly 1.31 crore shares

Union Budget should reduce personal I-T for lower-income groups: EY India

The Union Budget for 2025-26 is scheduled to be presented in Parliament on February 1

Brigade Group to invest about Rs 4,500 crore in Hyderabad project

Bengaluru-based Brigade Enterprises launched its new mixed-use project 'Brigade Gateway' on Wednesday at Neopolis Kokapet, Hyderabad

Hybrid crop tech key to small farmers' growth, food security: PK Mishra

Principal Secretary to Prime Minister PK Mishra said that for becoming a developed country, we need to have not only higher rate of economic growth but the growth should be inclusive and sustainable

Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal acquires London's iconic Riverside studio

The 100-yr old studio, which is a renowned global centre for arts and located on bank of river Thames in the centre of London, will now operate under the name Anil Agarwal Riverside Studios Trust

Huge opportunities to increase share in global agri trade: APEDA chairman

The country's organic food exports have grown at a steady pace and over the past decade, exports of organic products have grown from $213 million in 2012-13 to $494.80 million in 2023 -24