Driven by a favorable monsoon season, rural India witnessed a surge in FMCG consumption during the September quarter, outpacing urban growth. While rural areas thrived, urban consumption remained subdued due to high food inflation impacting middle-class spending.
Read MoreFollowing a controversial social media post in Chittagong, Bangladesh, clashes erupted between the Hindu community and law enforcement, resulting in property damage. India has called upon the interim government in Dhaka to take decisive action against extremist elements and ensure the safety of Hindus in the country.
Read MoreThe Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission has proposed new safety guidelines to protect women in public spaces. These guidelines include requiring female staff in women’s clothing stores and on school buses, as well as mandating female trainers in gyms and yoga studios. The commission is also considering prohibiting male tailors from taking women’s measurements.
Read MoreTo combat rising air pollution, India has doubled the fines for farmers burning crop residue in several northern states. The increased penalties, ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 30,000, took effect immediately. Despite a decrease in burning this season, over 400,000 cases have been reported across six states, with Punjab accounting for the majority.
Read More111-year-old Fulamati Sarkar, a resident of Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, is set to become one of the oldest voters in the upcoming assembly elections. Despite her age and the availability of home voting, Fulamati is determined to personally cast her vote, inspiring many with her dedication to democracy. The district administration has named her the SVEEP...
Read MoreIndian philanthropists donated a total of Rs 8,783 crore in FY24, a modest increase from the previous year. Shiv Nadar topped the list for the fourth consecutive year, donating Rs 2,153 crore, primarily towards education. The EdelGive-Hurun India Philanthropy List 2024 highlights the growing trend of substantial donations among India’s wealthiest individuals.
Read MoreThe BJP has condemned a resolution passed by the INDIA alliance in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly to restore the region’s special status. BJP leader Smriti Irani called the resolution an attempt to “wage war against the Indian constitution” and accused the alliance of supporting terrorists and separatists. Irani asserted that the BJP would...
Read MoreCentral intelligence agencies have issued high alerts to northeastern states, particularly Assam and Tripura, regarding clandestine activities of Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB). Increased surveillance and recent arrests of suspected operatives highlight concerns about the group’s territorial expansion efforts. Authorities emphasize the need for coordinated efforts to combat infiltration and maintain border security.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court proposed that the Delhi Development Authority, responsible for illegally cutting down 1,670 trees, plant double that number in the southern ridge and a hundred times that across Delhi as compensation. The court also sought a mechanism to prevent future illegal tree felling in the city’s vital green areas.
Read MoreIndian banks are phasing out ATMs and cash recyclers despite record cash circulation. The shift is attributed to the rising popularity of digital payments and a focus on digital transformation. While cash remains significant in the Indian economy, ATM penetration is low.
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