Page 817 - Latest News
Scrap OID cess on pre-NELP, nomination blocks: Oil sector's Budget plea
OID cess, levied under the Oil Industries (Development) Act, 1974, was converted from a specific rate to an ad-valorem levy of 20 per cent from March 1, 2016
 "Scrap OID cess on pre-NELP, nomination blocks: Oil sector's Budget plea")
Who are Iran's bazaaris, and why their protests still shake the regime
As Iran's economy buckles under inflation and a weakening currency, Tehran's Grand Bazaar is again turning into a pressure point, with shop closures signalling unrest spreading beyond the market
 "Who are Iran's bazaaris, and why their protests still shake the regime")
Tech Wrap Jan 15: Gemini Personal Intelligence, BGMI, ChatGPT Translate
Google Gemini gets Personal Intelligence. Krafton releases BGMI 4.2 update. OpenAI releases ChatGPT Translate. Garmin unveils Quatix 8 Pro. Realme 10000mAh phone. YouTube parental control
 "Tech Wrap Jan 15: Gemini Personal Intelligence, BGMI, ChatGPT Translate")
Injury forces Washington Sundar out of NZ T20 series, Badoni steps in
The BCCI has not yet clarified whether this injury, described as "acute onset discomfort in his left lower rib," will affect Sundar's participation in the T20 World Cup.
 "Injury forces Washington Sundar out of NZ T20 series, Badoni steps in")
OpenAI introduces Google Translate-like ChatGPT Translate: How it works
ChatGPT Translate is a new standalone tool from OpenAI that supports over 50 languages, translating text, voice, and images while letting users refine tone, context, and wording in one chat
 "OpenAI introduces Google Translate-like ChatGPT Translate: How it works")
Rajasthan assures quick disposal of crop insurance claims after protests
According to reports, an amount of ₹950 crore remains unpaid by insurance companies in the state under the crop insurance scheme
 "Rajasthan assures quick disposal of crop insurance claims after protests")
BCB accepts players' demands; Nazmul removed from financial committee post
The BCB confirmed that Nazmul Islam has been removed from his role as chairman of the board's finance committee with immediate effect, following a review of recent developments
Is liposomal berberine the new weight-loss fix or just online hype?
Promoted as a natural shortcut to fat loss, liposomal berberine is drawing caution from doctors over safety, drug interactions and misleading comparisons with Ozempic
 "Is liposomal berberine the new weight-loss fix or just online hype?")
EU leaders Antonio Costa, Ursula von der Leyen to be Republic Day guests
The MEA said the two European leaders will be the chief guests at the 77th Republic Day celebrations
 "EU leaders Antonio Costa, Ursula von der Leyen to be Republic Day guests")
India set to appoint Amelia Valverde as coach ahead of AFC Women's Asia Cup
Having managed Costa Rica's women's national team at two FIFA World Cups, she brings a wealth of knowledge to India.
 "India set to appoint Amelia Valverde as coach ahead of AFC Women's Asia Cup")
Canada immigration: 1.4 million work permits expire in 2026, says IRCC
More than half of the expiries will hit by June, even as PR spots remain limited
 "Canada immigration: 1.4 million work permits expire in 2026, says IRCC")
US immigrant visa pause for 75 'high-risk' nations spares tourists, workers
The US has paused immigrant visas for 75 countries, but tourist and work visas remain unaffected, with the move targeting permanent residency applicants only
 "US immigrant visa pause for 75 'high-risk' nations spares tourists, workers")
Fund review: Bandhan Dynamic Bond Fund
Fund review: Bandhan Dynamic Bond Fund
 "Fund review: Bandhan Dynamic Bond Fund")
India-EU trade deal likely on Jan 27, EU leaders to attend summit in Delhi
President of the European Council Antonio Luis Santos da Costa and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will be on a state visit to India from January 25 to 27
 "India-EU trade deal likely on Jan 27, EU leaders to attend summit in Delhi")
BMC polls: Voters claim ink can be wiped with acetone; poll panel responds
Videos of voters wiping 'indelible' ink with acetone raised questions over poll transparency, but the State Election Commission and BMC said such acts are illegal
 "BMC polls: Voters claim ink can be wiped with acetone; poll panel responds")
T20 World Cup 2026: Visa delay rules Rehan, Rashid out of Sri Lanka series
Earlier, Shoaib Bashir missed the opening Test of England's India tour in 2024 after being required to return to the UK to complete his visa process
 "T20 World Cup 2026: Visa delay rules Rehan, Rashid out of Sri Lanka series")
Investec India partners Ravi Kapoor's SACS Partners to boost advisory biz
As part of the arrangement, veteran investment banker Ravi Kapoor, founder of SACS Partners, will take on a non-executive role as vice-chairman of investment banking at Investec India
 "Investec India partners Ravi Kapoor's SACS Partners to boost advisory biz")
KKR raises $2.5 billion to scale Asia-Pacific private credit platform
KKR has raised $2.5 billion for its Asia private credit strategy, highlighting strong investor appetite for performing, privately originated credit across the region
 "KKR raises $2.5 billion to scale Asia-Pacific private credit platform")
Disputing a wrong credit card charge? Experts say timing decides refunds
Banks and card networks run on different clocks, and the earliest deadline often decides the outcome
 "Disputing a wrong credit card charge? Experts say timing decides refunds")
Civilization VII Arcade Edition, Retrocade coming to Apple Arcade in Feb
Apple Arcade will add Sid Meier's Civilization VII Arcade Edition, along with three new titles in February, expanding its ad-free games lineup across Apple devices
 "Civilization VII Arcade Edition, Retrocade coming to Apple Arcade in Feb")