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07 Aug

Gaurav Gogoi: Amit Shah Absent From Lok Sabha For 14 Days, Must Respond On Protest Crackdown

PreetiAssam

Congress MP from Assam’s Jorhat constituency, Gaurav Gogoi, on Friday questioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s absence from the Lok Sabha, claiming that Shah has not attended the House since July 21. “Since 21 July, the Home Minister Amit Shah has remained absent from Lok Sabha. Number of days absent: 14,” Gogoi said in a post on X. Gogoi’s remarks came days after he demanded that Shah make a statement in Parliament over the alleged action taken against student protesters in BJP-ruled states. Speaking to reporters in New Delhi on August 3, Gogoi said the Opposition’s demand was clear and…

07 Aug

Arunachal Govt Committed to Empowering Weavers, Artisans: CM Pema Khandu

ParomitaArunachal Pradesh

Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday reaffirmed the Arunachal Pradesh Government’s commitment to strengthening the handloom and handicrafts sector, stating that every possible effort is being made to uplift the lives and livelihoods of the state’s weavers and artisans. The Chief Minister was joined by Textiles and Handicrafts Minister Nyato Dukam as the Guest of Honour and Advisor to the Minister, Dr. Mohesh Chai, as the special guest. Speaking at the Handloom Day celebration at the Dorjee Khandu State Convention Centre, Itanagar, Khandu said the traditional weaving heritage of Arunachal Pradesh is a symbol of the state’s rich cultural identity…

07 Aug

Ajinkya Rahane Set to Play for Amsterdam Flames in Maiden ETPL Season

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Veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane has signed with Amsterdam Flames as the franchise’s marquee player for the inaugural season of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL). The announcement was made on Friday, a little over a week after Rahane brought the curtains down on his international and Indian Premier League (IPL) career. The ETPL will mark Rahane’s first stint in an overseas T20 franchise league. Despite earning global recognition for his performances in Test cricket, the right-handed batter has also enjoyed a successful career in the T20 format. Across 308 T20 matches, Rahane has amassed 7,968 runs at an average…

07 Aug

Strong Africa and India Performance Boost Godrej Consumer Products’ Q1 Earnings

nanikaBusiness

Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL), a leading fast-moving consumer goods company, reported an 11.5 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to ₹504.52 crore for the first quarter of FY27. The company had recorded a net profit of ₹452.45 crore in the April-June quarter of the previous fiscal year. The company’s revenue from operations increased 18.31 per cent year-on-year to ₹4,225.47 crore during the quarter, compared with ₹3,571.32 crore in the corresponding period last year. The growth was supported by strong volume expansion and improved performance across key markets. GCPL said consolidated sales grew 19 per cent year-on-year, driven…

07 Aug

Arunachal Para Athlete Beti Wallong Gets School, Sports Support

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Paralympic Association of Arunachal (PAA) has admitted promising para table tennis player Beti Wallong to a private school in Itanagar, giving her an opportunity to continue her education while receiving regular sports training.Wallong, who belongs to the Puroik community of East Kameng district, is an orphan. Recognising her talent and determination, the association has stepped forward to support her education and sporting career by arranging her admission to Delhi Public School (DPS), Itanagar. With the admission, Wallong will be able to pursue her studies while benefiting from structured coaching and training facilities to develop her skills in para table…

07 Aug

SEBI Hails New Closing Auction Session as a Crucial Milestone for Strengthening India’s Price Discovery Mechanism

anuprovaBusiness

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has highlighted the introduction of the Closing Auction Session (CAS) as a vital structural reform aimed at significantly boosting the robustness, transparency, and reliability of India's equity market price discovery. Replacing the former volume-weighted average price method used during the final trading minutes, the newly implemented auction-based framework pools eligible buy and sell orders to determine a single equilibrium closing price. According to regulatory authorities, this transition successfully aligns domestic market practices with international standards, curbing end-of-day price manipulation and facilitating the smoother execution of large institutional orders. Although the initial rollout…

07 Aug

Technology investments improve ICICI Prudential Life’s cost efficiency

Business BureauBusiness

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance’s continued investment in technology and automation is translating into improved operational efficiency and lower costs, underscoring the growing role of digital transformation in enhancing productivity across India’s life insurance sector. The insurer reported that its savings cost-to-premium ratio declined to 13.6 per cent in the first quarter of FY2027, down 50 basis points from a year ago, reflecting gains from technology-led cost optimisation while maintaining business growth. The company attributed the improvement to increased adoption of artificial intelligence, analytics and digital platforms such as ICICI Pru Partner Stack and IPRU Edge, which have streamlined customer acquisition,…

06 Aug

Gis technology must become cornerstone of governance in arunachal: governor

ParomitaArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T Parnaik participated in the ‘Geo Vision Itanagar’ seminar, organised by Esri India at Itanagar on Thursday. In his keynote address, the Governor emphasised that Geographic Information System (GIS) technology must become a cornerstone of governance in Arunachal Pradesh, enabling informed decision-making, efficient service delivery and sustainable development. He said that the State’s unique geographical characteristics, comprising rugged mountains, dense forests, dispersed settlements and extensive international borders, demand innovative and technology-driven solutions. In such a context, geospatial intelligence is not merely a technological tool but an essential instrument for effective governance. Outlining a strategic roadmap…

06 Aug

RBI holds rates steady, flags inflation risks as markets eye October hike

Business BureauBusiness

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept its key policy rate and monetary policy stance unchanged, a move that was widely anticipated by market participants. While maintaining status quo, the central bank underscored heightened risks on the inflation front, signalling that price pressures remain a key concern for policymakers. Reacting to the monetary policy decision, Upasna Bhardwaj, Chief Economist at Kotak Mahindra Bank, said the RBI's decision was on expected lines but reflected growing caution over inflation. She said the central bank had highlighted amplified inflation risks and added that Kotak Mahindra Bank expects a cumulative 50 basis points…

06 Aug

Pema Khandu Reviews Preparations for 2026 Asian Rafting Meet

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh is set to host the 2026 Asian Rafting Championships from October 5 to 9 in Boleng, Siang district, with the state government stepping up preparations for the international event that is expected to promote adventure sports and tourism. Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday reviewed the preparations for the championship during a meeting with Asian Rafting Council President Shaukat Sikand and Arunachal Pradesh Water Sports Association President Nino Dai. Sports Minister Ojing Tasing was also present during the review meeting. The championship is expected to bring together participants and officials from several Asian countries, offering Arunachal Pradesh an…