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50 OTT platforms blocked in last 2 years for obscene content: Ashwini Vaishnaw

IANS | July 22, 2026 1:39 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) The government has blocked 50 over-the-top (OTT) platforms from public access in India over the past two years for allegedly displaying obscene content and violating provisions of the Information Technology Act and other legal statutes, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.

Bernstein calls Paytm's financial services distribution biz its 'Star Performer' as revenue grows 45 pc

IANS | July 22, 2026 11:47 AM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Global brokerage Bernstein said that fintech pioneer Paytm's financial services distribution business was the standout of its June-quarter performance, with revenue up 45 per cent (year-on-year) to Rs 814 crore, as cross-sell of credit and other financial products continued to improve.

Minimal impact on Indian pharma companies supplying medicines to US: Analysts

IANS | July 22, 2026 10:28 AM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Analysts on Wednesday said that there would be minimal impact on Indian pharma companies supplying medicines to US market, as US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on generic drugs from 2028.

Nifty pharma slumps nearly 2 pc after Trump announces tariff plan on generic drug imports

IANS | July 22, 2026 10:27 AM

Mumbai, July 22 (IANS) India’s pharmaceutical sector dipped notably on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump outlined a phased tariff plan on imported generic medicines, fuelling concerns over the long‑term outlook for drugmakers that rely heavily on US sales.

Sensex, Nifty post early losses over rising crude prices, new US tariff plan

IANS | July 22, 2026 9:44 AM

Mumbai, July 22 (IANS) The Indian equity markets posted notable losses early on Wednesday, weighed down by the US-Iran conflict and rising Brent crude prices.

Commerce Secretary highlights resilient economy, record exports at WTO Trade Policy Review

IANS | July 22, 2026 9:25 AM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) India has reaffirmed support for balanced, rules-based, development-oriented and transparent World Trade Organisation (WTO) reforms that preserve and strengthen the multilateral trading system.

Vikram‑1 success proves shift from state monopoly to multi‑actor ecosystem

IANS | July 21, 2026 6:58 PM

New Delhi, July 21 (IANS) India’s first privately developed orbital rocket Vikram‑1 reaching orbit marks a structural shift in India’s space sector from a state monopoly to a "multi-actor space ecosystem", a new report has said.

ANDPL launches AI-powered 'Dharavi Didi' to guide residents through redevelopment project

IANS | July 21, 2026 5:48 PM

Mumbai, July 21 (IANS) Adani Navbharat Developers Private Limited (ANDPL), the special purpose vehicle spearheading the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP), on Tuesday unveiled 'Dharavi Didi', a round-the-clock AI-powered interactive platform aimed at providing residents with official and verified information related to one of India's largest urban redevelopment initiatives.

Adani Total Gas Q1 revenue rises 27 pc to Rs 1,910 crore; PAT at Rs 133 crore

IANS | July 21, 2026 5:05 PM

Ahmedabad, July 21 (IANS) Adani Total Gas Limited (ATGL) on Tuesday reported a 27 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in its standalone revenue at Rs 1,910 crore for the first quarter of FY27, while posting an EBITDA of Rs 281 crore and a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 133 crore.

India's fish production rises to 197.75 lakh tonnes under PMMSY: Govt

IANS | July 21, 2026 4:35 PM

New Delhi, July 21 (IANS) India's fish production has increased from 141.64 lakh tonnes in 2019-20 to 197.75 lakh tonnes in 2024-25 under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), the government informed Parliament on Tuesday.

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50 OTT platforms blocked in last 2 years for obscene content: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Bernstein calls Paytm's financial services distribution biz its 'Star Performer' as revenue grows 45 pc

Minimal impact on Indian pharma companies supplying medicines to US: Analysts

Nifty pharma slumps nearly 2 pc after Trump announces tariff plan on generic drug imports

Sensex, Nifty post early losses over rising crude prices, new US tariff plan

Commerce Secretary highlights resilient economy, record exports at WTO Trade Policy Review

Vikram‑1 success proves shift from state monopoly to multi‑actor ecosystem

ANDPL launches AI-powered 'Dharavi Didi' to guide residents through redevelopment project

Adani Total Gas Q1 revenue rises 27 pc to Rs 1,910 crore; PAT at Rs 133 crore

India's fish production rises to 197.75 lakh tonnes under PMMSY: Govt

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