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US alerts India on Anmol Bishnoi, Mumbai Police push for extradition

US authorities have alerted Mumbai Police about Lawrence Bishnoi's brother Anmol Bishnoi's presence in the US; police have initiated extradition proceedings

Chennai Metro struggles with labour shortage amid Phase II construction

Chennai Metro Rail's Phase II project is grappling with a 40 per cent worker shortage, primarily due to many labourers leaving to vote in the Lok Sabha elections, hampering construction progress

Banks curb credit card issuance as delinquencies rise this festival season

Amid rising delinquencies, banks are slowing down on new credit card issuances this festive season; lenders are cautious due to increased default rates in unsecured lending

Delhi's Diwali fireworks lead to high pollution, AQI remains 'very poor'

Delhi experienced a surge in bursting of firecrackers during Diwali, leading to a significant rise in pollution levels. The air quality index remained in the 'very poor' category across most areas

DoT seeks security compliance from Starlink, Amazon for satcom services

DoT has requested Starlink and Amazon to fulfill key security compliances before moving forward with their applications to offer satellite communication services in India

Maharashtra polls: 50 rebels in fray; Mahayuti, MVA rush to contain fallout

Maharashtra Assembly polls: With 50 rebels running as Independents, both Mahayuti and MVA alliances face vote splits that can impact outcomes; leaders are in a last-minute push to mend internal rifts

Apple's China sales dip slightly amid competition, AI rollout faces delays

Apple's China sales dropped by nearly 1 per cent in the last quarter, highlighting continued challenges as local competitors gain ground and regulatory delays slow the launch of its AI features in the

Firing at AP Dhillon's house: One suspect arrested; another still at large

Canadian police have arrested a suspect in the shooting outside singer AP Dhillon's residence, while a manhunt is underway for a second suspect believed to be in India

Tech giants generate over Rs 60,000 crore in advertising revenue FY24

Tech giants Google, Meta, Amazon, and Flipkart generated more than Rs 60,000 crore in advertising revenue for FY24, reflecting a 9 per cent increase compared to the previous year

Venture capitals cautious on AI: Startups must show clear value, returns

Venture capital firms in India are becoming cautious with AI investments, emphasising solid business models and tangible returns, as many startups face closures amid changing dynamics

Pvt banks push work-life balance, new policies to combat employee burnout

Indian banks are prioritising work-life balance by implementing policies to reduce overtime and after-hours communication, responding to rising attrition and employee burnout

Delhi ranks as world's most polluted city with air quality at 'very poor'

Despite a firecracker ban, Diwali celebrations in Delhi saw heavy use of fireworks, causing the AQI to hit 'very poor' levels, with some areas nearing 'severe' as thick smog settled in

Commercial LPG cylinder price in Delhi rises to Rs 1,802, up by Rs 62

Commercial LPG prices raised in major cities; Delhi's 19-kg cylinder now costs Rs 1,802 after a Rs 62 hike effective November 1, marking the fourth consecutive monthly increase

Reliance Jio tops in mobile data traffic globally, driven by 5G adoption

Reliance Jio has secured its position as the world's top mobile data provider for the third straight quarter, driven by a robust 5G rollout and significant subscriber growth

Maharashtra elections: Will 150 rebels tilt the balance for MVA, Mahayuti?

Maharashtra polls: With 150 rebel candidates in the race, the MVA and Mahayuti alliances face a tough task managing dissent and preventing vote splits as the election withdrawal deadline nears

'Studio-like' set-up for gangster: HC slams Punjab Police in Bishnoi case

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has called for a new investigation into gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's 2023 interview with a private channel conducted during his time in Bathinda jail

Elon Musk's $35 mn Texas mansion: A family haven for 11 kids, their mothers

Elon Musk has purchased a $35 million mansion in Texas, designed to accommodate his blended family of 11 children. The estate aims to foster co-parenting and family bonding

Digital question papers, limited attempts: Panel proposes reforms for NEET

A committee led by former Isro chief K Radhakrishnan proposes major reforms to NEET exams, emphasising online testing, multi-stage assessments, and enhanced security measures

'Pay or get killed': Salman Khan receives death threat, Rs 2 crore demanded

Bollywood actor Salman Khan has received another death threat demanding Rs 2 crore. The threat follows recent arrests linked to similar cases, raising security concerns

FMCG, auto firms hike ad spends in Q2 to revive demand, eye festive boost

As urban demand slows, FMCG and auto leaders increase Q2 ad spends. Companies such as Nestle, Colgate, and Tata Motors focus on tactical marketing to clear inventory and boost sales