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Misinfo-triggered riots: UK Police arrest 1,000 people

UK police have arrested over 1,000 individuals in connection with recent riots involving violence, arson, and looting, which were sparked by misinformation. Many have been charged and jailed, with sentences ranging from vandalism to violent disorder. Aug 14, 2024
5G mobile subscriptions in India to reach 130 mn in 2023

India's 5G smartphone market share surges 77 pc in Q2

India's 5G smartphone market share increased to 77 per cent in the second quarter (Q2) -- up from 49 per cent in the same quarter last year -- while the average selling price declined by 22 per cent to $293 (about Rs 24,000), a report said on Tuesday. Nearly 27 million 5G smartphones were shipped in the April-June quarter. Aug 13, 2024
India's Manufacturing Sector Attracts $165bn FDI

Monday's sharp correction makes markets move uncertain

The correction which had set in on Friday of the previous week (2nd August) continued and we saw a sharp sell-off on Monday. Probably this was a fall which post-covid market participants had never seen before. One must ignore of course the fall witnessed on June 4 when results were declared for the general elections which were lower than what the exit polls had said. This saw a sharp reaction from the markets in India and also globally. Aug 11, 2024
FDI in India's manufacturing sector hits $165 bn, 69 pc growth in last 10 years

India's Manufacturing Sector Attracts $165bn FDI

India's manufacturing sector has emerged as a top destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), with a 69% surge in inflows over the last decade, reaching a staggering $165.1 billion. Aug 11, 2024
J&K Assembly polls will be held at the earliest, says CEC

J&K Assembly polls will be held at the earliest, says CEC

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar said on Friday that Assembly elections will be held in J&K at the earliest and dates would be announced after an overall review is taken when the commission returns to Delhi. Aug 9, 2024