Indian share market opens higher ahead of CPI data

IANS | December 12, 2024 9:40 AM

Mumbai, Dec 12 (IANS) The Indian stock market opened higher on Thursday ahead of the consumer price index (CPI) data. In the early trade, selling was seen in Nifty's auto and PSU bank sectors.

PSBs were UPA’s ATM for cronies: FM Sitharaman rebuts Rahul Gandhi’s allegations

IANS | December 11, 2024 10:19 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday issued a strong rebuttal of allegations made by Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi on the performance of India’s banking sector, especially Public Sector Banks (PSBs), stressing that during the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) tenure, PSBs were treated as ‘ATMs’ for their 'cronies and shady businessmen'.

Telecom PLI sees Rs 3,998 crore worth actual investment: Centre

IANS | December 11, 2024 5:54 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) The production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for telecom and networking products has witnessed Rs 3,998 crore worth actual investment (against Rs 4,014 crore as committed investment) by micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and non-MSMEs, the Parliament was informed on Wednesday.

Addressing ethical challenges of AI, making social media accountable on fake news: Ashwini Vaishnaw

IANS | December 11, 2024 4:31 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Ethical issues in artificial intelligence (AI) and spread of fake news are global concerns and India is committed to addressing these challenges through robust debate and responsible innovation, while fixing accountability on social media platforms, Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, said on Wednesday.

73,151 startups in India now have at least one woman Director: Centre

IANS | December 10, 2024 7:27 PM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (IANS) Nearly 73,151 startups in India now have at least one woman Director -- nearly half of the 1,52,139 startups supported by the government, thus showcasing the crucial role women play in driving innovation and economic growth, a government statement said on Tuesday.