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How declining demand for natural diamonds is changing the dynamics of Surat

Lab diamonds are new sparklers on the block

Scheme to tackle pollution by processing units in sectors on the cards

With an eye on FTAs, govt is considering incentivising industry to invest in solutions

Govt blocks Mahadev app, 21 other illegal betting platforms on ED request

Accused Bhim Singh Yadav, working as a constable in the Chhattisgarh police force, and one Asim Das are currently in custody, having been arrested for violating PMLA

Gupta coal mine and terminal to be retained by SA govt after court decision

The Guptas are alleged to have stolen billions of rands from several government and parastatal institutions, allegedly through their closeness to former president Jacob Zuma

Apple imports not a threat to industry in J-K: Horticulture department

Tanvir Ahmad, an apple grower from Shopian, said the unemployed youth should come forward and invest their time and energy in the apple industry

India among top 5 markets, gamers more willing to pay: Krafton India CEO

Currently, the company runs Battleground Mobile India (BGMI) shooting game in India, similar to PUBG which was banned by the government in September 2020

OMCs unlikely to cut pump prices in 2023 despite windfall gains: Officials

Petrol prices unchanged for record 18 months now, OMCs continuing facing under recoveries

JKRLM, Kudumbashree sign pact to support micro enterprise development prog

Through this collaboration between JKRLM and Kudumbashree, the MED initiative is expected to have a significant impact on the lives of rural communities in 11 blocks of nine districts

Govt's registration requirement for laptop imports a boon for us: Primebook

Mahant said Primebook's four ranges of laptops are made in India

Snapdeal eyeing major share in value lifestyle growth in next 5-10 yrs: CEO

Snapdeal expects a 'normal' festive season, which typically yields a 25-30 per cent surge in demand over other months, says CEO Himanshu Chakrawarti

Power consumption grows 9.4% to 984.39 billion units in April-October

A spokesperson of Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd said, "In the last couple of months, electricity consumption has gone up substantially"

CTI writes to PM Modi; flags issue of decline in biz due to Delhi pollution

CTI chairperson Brijesh Goyal said business is declining despite the festive season due to pollution. The central government is requested to take strict and concrete steps against air pollution

DGCA issues draft of revised duty rules for pilots to address fatigue

The proposed draft reads that fatigue reports shall be used as an effective tool in identifying and mitigating crew fatigue

Why Indian single malt whiskeys could soon turn the table on Scotch

Since scotch accounts for just 2% of the whisky consumed in India, the scope for expansion has distillers in Scotland fairly smacking their lips in anticipation

Hopeful of global AI safety rules in 6-8 months: MoS IT Chandrasekhar

The GPAI is a congregation of 28 member countries and the European Union. India had joined the group as a founding member in 2020

Uttarakhand govt approves 5 solar power plants to promote green energy

He said that these projects will lead to investment of about Rs 24 crore in the field of solar energy in the state and will also encourage green energy

Air purifier sales surge as air quality worsens in national capital

Amid deteriorating air quality, air purifiers have become a staple in most households, KENT RO Systems CMD Dr Mahesh Gupta said

Saudi Arabia eyes stake in $30 billion Indian Premier League: Report

Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's advisers have sounded out Indian government officials about moving the IPL into a holding company

Will add 400 weekly flights this winter: Air India CEO Campbell Wilson

The airline runs approximately 2,900 weekly flights, with roughly 32 per cent dedicated to international routes, according to aviation analytics firm Cirium's data

Construction ban: Credai asks members to take anti-pollution measures

The Naredco president said it is crucial to address these issues in the light of sustainable development and environmental preservation, taking into account the concerns of both sides