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10 states, including NCRDC, achieve over 100 pc disposal of consumer cases in July

IANS | August 17, 2025 9:58 AM

New Delhi, Aug 17 (IANS) In a significant achievement for consumer grievance redressal, 10 states, along with the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC), recorded a disposal rate of over 100 per cent in July -- indicating that the number of cases resolved exceeded the number of cases filed during this period, an official statement said on Sunday.

Over 25 crore Soil Health Cards distributed to farmers, Rs 1,706 crore released for scheme

IANS | August 17, 2025 9:50 AM

New Delhi, Aug 17 (IANS) More than 25 crore Soil Health Cards have been distributed to farmers (till July) to promote the balanced use of fertilisers and support better soil management across the country, according to the latest government data.

IndiGo aircraft's tail touches runway at Mumbai Airport

IANS | August 16, 2025 7:42 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) An IndiGo Airbus A321 aircraft's tail touched the runway amid bad weather, as it powered up for a low-altitude go-around manoeuvre in Mumbai on Saturday, according to the airline.

Reliance Industries' gross debt rises 7 pc at Rs 3.47 lakh crore in FY25, net debt hits Rs 1.17 lakh crore

IANS | August 16, 2025 5:51 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) Reliance Industries Limited’s (RIL) gross debt and net debt for the financial year 2024-25 stood at Rs 3.47 lakh crore ($40.7 billion) and Rs 1.17 lakh crore ($13.7 billion) respectively, according to the company's integrated Annual Report 2024-25.

India’s credit rating upgrade to boost investors’ confidence, drive foreign capital inflows

IANS | August 16, 2025 5:02 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) The upgrade of India’s sovereign credit rating by S&P Global underscores the nation’s strong economic fundamentals, disciplined fiscal management, and effective monetary policies, an official statement said on Saturday.

Easing US-Russia tensions, S&P rating booster for India to influence FII sentiments

IANS | August 16, 2025 4:07 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) The latest development around easing of tensions between the US and Russia indicates that the secondary tariff of 25 per cent imposed on India is unlikely to come into effect after August 27, analysts said on Saturday, adding that this would boost FII sentiments.

India’s semiconductor market to touch $110 billion by 2030, create skilled jobs

IANS | August 16, 2025 3:59 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) India’s semiconductor market is expected to reach around $110 billion by 2030, as the country will become a trusted node in the $1 trillion global semiconductor market, according to a new report.

Centre to explore potential of cruise tourism in India

IANS | August 16, 2025 3:43 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) In a bid to explore the potential of cruise tourism in India and discuss policy initiatives, best practices and strategies for growth, Mumbai Port Trust, in association with Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and the Indian Ports Association (IPA), is organising a conference titled ‘Waterways to Wonder: Unlocking Cruise Tourism’ here on Monday.

Industry chamber urges CBDT to extend ITR filing deadline

IANS | August 16, 2025 2:54 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) The Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has urged the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) to extend the September 15 deadline for filing income tax returns (ITRs) and tax audit reports for Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26, citing delays in the release of ITR utilities and technical issues on the tax portal.

Midcap and smallcap indices rally, over 20 stocks gain 10-50 pc this week

IANS | August 16, 2025 2:47 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) BSE mid and smallcap indices ended a three-week losing streak, even as Indian benchmark indices also broke a six-week losing pattern -- gaining 1 per cent this week.

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10 states, including NCRDC, achieve over 100 pc disposal of consumer cases in July

Over 25 crore Soil Health Cards distributed to farmers, Rs 1,706 crore released for scheme

IndiGo aircraft's tail touches runway at Mumbai Airport

Reliance Industries' gross debt rises 7 pc at Rs 3.47 lakh crore in FY25, net debt hits Rs 1.17 lakh crore

India’s credit rating upgrade to boost investors’ confidence, drive foreign capital inflows

Easing US-Russia tensions, S&P rating booster for India to influence FII sentiments

India’s semiconductor market to touch $110 billion by 2030, create skilled jobs

Centre to explore potential of cruise tourism in India

Industry chamber urges CBDT to extend ITR filing deadline

Midcap and smallcap indices rally, over 20 stocks gain 10-50 pc this week

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