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Tech, biosciences CEOs meet with PM Modi, express 'immense optimism'

PM Modi's Tech Vision: CEOs Express Optimism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with 15 CEOs from the technology and biosciences sectors. This meeting took place in New York on September 23. The attendees included industry leaders from Nvidia, AMD, IBM, Adobe, Google, and biotech companies like Biogen and Moderna. The focus of the meeting was technology and innovation.

Sep 23, 2024

Fed Rate Decision sends Indian markets high on trajectory, bullish momentum to continue

The ongoing bullish momentum is like to take Nifty towards 25,900-26,000 levels. On the upside, 26,000 will act as an immediate hurdle for Nifty.

Sep 21, 2024

World Bank raises India's GDP growth forecast to 7.5 pc for 2023-24

India set to become third-largest economy by FY30-31: S&P Global

India is on track to become the third-largest economy by fiscal 2030-31, driven by a robust projected annual growth rate of 6.7 per cent, a report by S&P Global projected.

Sep 19, 2024

Fed kicks off Interest Rate cut with 50-basis-points, Harris and Trump react

The Fed had maintained its policy rate in the 5.25%-5.50% range since July 2022, ending an 18-month period of rate hikes designed to combat a 40-year high inflation surge.

Sep 19, 2024

'One Nation, One Election' is practically impossible to implement: Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said that the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal approved by the Union Cabinet is not only against the federal structure but also practically impossible to implement.

Sep 18, 2024

Sensex, Nifty close at all-time high, led by metal and auto shares

Sensex closes above 83,000; Bharti Airtel, NTPC top gainers

Indian equity indices closed with marginal gains as market investors shifted their focus to the US Federal Open Market Committee's policy meeting, starting later in the day on Tuesday.

Sep 17, 2024

'Vulgarity at its peak': Nick Jonas slammed for keeping his feet on Priyanka's chest; PeeCee turns up the heat in swim suit

Priyanka was seen sunbathing on a yacht with Nick. She also gave a glimpse of the beach. Priyanka Chopra also flaunted Malti's tattoo on her arms.

Sep 14, 2024

MG Comet EV long-term review: Compact brilliance that grows on you

The memory of pushing the car down the street to slyly sneak away for a late-night drive past the night curfew used to be so much fun. Those (2000s) were the days. If only EV was a thing then, sneaking out would be a lot easier. I've been using the MG Comet for 8 months now, and often wonder how this tiny, ninja car would've saved us the trouble.

Sep 14, 2024

'Rs 25K for a concert? In this economy?' : Social media Influencer slams Diljit Dosanjh for Dil-Luminati India Tour ticket price; singer's fans support her

'Rs 25K for a concert? In this economy?' : Social media Influencer slams Diljit Dosanjh for Dil-Luminati India Tour ticket price; fans support

Influencer Saumya Sahni called out singer Diljit Dosanjh for an expensive ticket for his tour. She said that "middle-class people have no access".

Sep 13, 2024

96 pc of Indian midmarket firms prioritising Gen AI, faster than the world

Indian Midmarket Firms Fall in Line, Prioritize AI Adoption

The recent report released on September 13, revealed that a staggering 96% of Indian midmarket firms, those with between 250 and 1,500 employees, are prioritizing generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). This figure is notably higher than the global average, which stands at 91%.

Sep 13, 2024

'Tarang Shakti' Exercise aimed at enhancing operational coordination among friendly countries: Rajnath Singh

'Tarang Shakti': Joint Exercise aimed at enhancing operational coordination among friendly countries, says Raksha Mantri

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that the 'Tarang Shakti' Exercise is aimed at enhancing operational coordination among friendly countries.

Sep 12, 2024

This is right time to be in India, PM Modi tells global semiconductor leaders

PM Modi urges global semiconductor leaders: 'Now is the time to invest in India'

PM Modi invites global semiconductor leaders to invest in India's manufacturing sector. He highlights India's integrated ecosystem, ease of business, and large talent pool. The government supports the industry with the 'Anusandhan fund' and plans for an 85,000-strong workforce. This step aims to make India a global hub for semiconductor manufacturing.

Sep 11, 2024

US presidential debate: Trump, Harris clash bitterly on economy, abortion, immigration and other issues

Vice-President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump clashed bitterly on the issues of economy, abortion, immigration, foreign policy, healthcare, and a whole range of issues in their first presidential debate here.

Sep 11, 2024

5 cr MSMEs registered, aim to ramp up credit guarantees by another Rs 5 lakh cr: Centre

Registered MSMEs in India have surged from 1.65 crore to 5 crore due to government efforts. The Credit Guarantee Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises has extended credit guarantees worth Rs 4 lakh crore in the last two years.

Sep 10, 2024

Rahul Gandhi says Cong destroyed 'idea of Modi', no hate towards him

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addressed students at Georgetown University in Washington, US, stating that the grand old party has dismantled the "idea of Modi" and emphasised that while he doesn't hate Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he has a differing perspective from him.