Jan Aushadhi scheme saves citizens Rs 45,000 crore in 12 years: Govt

IANS | July 24, 2026 2:37 PM

New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) A total of 20,149 Jan Aushadhi Kendras have been opened nationwide and estimated savings of about Rs 45,000 crore have accrued to citizens from the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Yojna, the government informed Parliament on Friday.

India's steel sector keeps up growth momentum in April-June: Govt

IANS | July 24, 2026 2:29 PM

New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) India’s production of finished steel during June this year went up to 13.5 million tonnes, which represents a 3.8 per cent increase over the corresponding figure of 13 million tonnes in the same month last year, according to data released by the Ministry of Steel on Friday.

Motilal Oswal shares extend 4-day losing streak, tumble 11 pc

IANS | July 24, 2026 1:47 PM

New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) Shares of Motilal Oswal Financial Services (MOFSL) slumped as much as 11 per cent on Friday, extending losses for a fourth consecutive session, even as the financial services firm reported a strong set of earnings for the June quarter (Q1FY27), driven by robust growth in its asset management and wealth businesses.

Gold, silver decline up to 1 pc amid Middle East tensions

IANS | July 24, 2026 12:44 PM

Mumbai, July 24 (IANS) Gold and silver prices traded lower on Friday, with both precious metals falling by up to nearly 1 per cent as stronger US dollar and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment.

Low‑cost road safety fixes can reduce accidents: Experts

IANS | July 24, 2026 12:34 PM

New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) Eminent road safety experts called for urgent adoption of "low‑cost, high‑impact" measures, including 30 km per hour low‑speed zones in residential and school areas to reduce road fatalities in cities, a statement said on Friday.