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Deloitte to pay $21.5 mn to settle US workplace discrimination claims

Deloitte to pay $21.5 million to settle US government's allegations of race- and sex-based discrimination in hiring, promotions, staffing and employee programmes

First for India's metro: DMRC gets ISO certification for asset management

The ISO 55001:2024 certification recognises DMRC's shift to strategic, risk-based and lifecycle-focused asset management for Mumbai Metro Line-3

Adani Energy Solutions wins ₹4,700 cr transmission project in Maharashtra

The project will evacuate renewable power from Karnataka to Maharashtra and support pumped storage projects in Satara, Pune and MMR

Delhi-Mumbai Expressway reaches Delhi: Check all route details here

The 9-km elevated stretch connects DND Flyway with the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, offering faster routes to Faridabad, Ballabhgarh and Sohna while easing traffic on Delhi's existing roads

RBI FCNR(B) swap window inflows swell to $65.39 bn, total hits $72.85 bn

FCNR(B) deposits dominate inflows under RBI's special forex swap facility ahead of the August 31 deadline; ECB and OFCB windows remain open until December 31

International flyers won't need physical boarding passes from Sep 1: Report

International passengers flying out of India can use e-boarding passes at immigration counters from September 1, while physical boarding passes will remain accepted but will no longer be stamped

Revanth Reddy's US trip cancelled: How CMs get approval for foreign trips

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's US trip was cancelled after the MEA denied political clearance. Here's how chief ministers and other public officials get approval for foreign travel

Front-of-pack labels: Where India stands vs global food labelling systems

India is yet to finalise its front-of-pack labelling rules. Here's how its proposed approach compares with warning labels and nutrition ratings used in other countries

Old Delhi makeover: MPD-2047 proposes boutique hotels, godown relocation

MPD-2047 proposes a heritage-led makeover of Old Delhi, with TDR for conservation, adaptive reuse of buildings, boutique hotels, phased godown relocation, better logistics and pedestrian infra

MPD-2047 proposes 41-62 acres for Delhi's semiconductor, drone, AI hubs

Delhi's IT department has sought 41-62 acres for four technology projects under MPD-2047, including semiconductor and electronics, drone innovation, a digital hub, and AI-enabled data infrastructure

Govt limits SIM cards to nine per person: Here's what the rules say

The DoT has directed telecom operators to deny new mobile connections to subscribers already holding nine SIMs, with operators required to implement technical measures from August 24

CAQM tightens curbs on light goods vehicle registrations in Delhi-NCR

CAQM has approved phased restrictions on new LGV registrations in Delhi-NCR, with curbs on petrol, diesel and CNG N1 vehicles starting in Delhi from January 2027

US military facilitates oil shipments through secret Hormuz route: Report

The US military has established a discreet shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, allowing millions of barrels of oil to move daily amid disruptions to traffic during the Iran war

Govt cuts bulk sugar stockholding limit to 15 days amid price surge

The government has cut sugar stock limits for bulk consumers to 15 days from September 1, as prices hit record highs ahead of the upcoming festive season

Within 6 months, ChatGPT could watch your screen, record calls: Sam Altman

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says a future ChatGPT could watch screens, meetings, and calls, while connecting to emails, texts and documents to provide real-time context and assistance

China allows limited Nvidia H200 shipments: Why is Beijing easing curbs?

China has allowed small batches of Nvidia's H200 AI chips into the country, easing restrictions as its leading AI firms seek more computing power to compete with US rivals

Satyendar Jain among 6 held in STP projects tender case: All about the case

The Anti-Corruption Branch has arrested Satyendar Jain and 5 others over alleged irregularities, tender manipulation and a money trail linked to sewage treatment plant projects of the Delhi Jal Board

IMD warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms across India till August 24

The India Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several parts of India, including Delhi, till August 24

Small merchants built UPI's reach. Here's what government data shows

Small merchants have driven UPI's mass adoption. Here's why defining who qualifies as a small merchant matters as the government creates a framework for potential MDR

From school access to student retention: India's education challenge at 80

India has expanded schools, enrolment and literacy since Independence. But dropout rates and weak learning outcomes show that keeping students in education remains the next big challenge