New Delhi | July 2026: The use of FASTag annual passes on Indian highways has increased to 19% of total toll pass traffic, marking a significant rise from around 13% in December 2025, according to data compiled by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The total number of vehicle trips…
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Increase Allocation to Private Markets to Capture Growth Opportunities, say UK Wealth Managers and IFAs
July 01: New research by Wealth Club, the UK’s leading non-advised investment service for high-net-worth individuals, reveals wealth managers and independent financial advisers increasingly agree that exposure to private markets is now a necessity for retail and HNW investors seeking to capture a broader spectrum of growth opportunities – and…
Continue ReadingFM Nirmala Sitharaman Begins France Visit to Boost Economic and Investment Ties
New Delhi, July 1: Union Finance Minister and Minister for Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman has begun an official visit to France aimed at strengthening India–France economic cooperation and expanding investment, technology, and innovation partnerships. During the visit, she will co-chair the India–France Economic and Financial Dialogue (EFD) in Aix-en-Provence along…
Continue ReadingShashi Tharoor, Prof Raj Kumar Address Japan Parliament
Tokyo, July 1: In a significant moment for India–Japan academic and diplomatic engagement, Prof Raj Kumar and Shashi Tharoor addressed Japan’s Parliament, highlighting the growing importance of international collaboration in education, research, and global policy discourse. The engagement comes as O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) deepens its academic and institutional…
Continue ReadingIn Odisha’s Niyamgiri, Dongria Kondhs Keep the Ancient Art of Kapdaganda Alive
Rayagada, July 1 (UDN): Nestled amid the dense forests and rolling hills of Niyamgiri, the Dongria Kondh community continues to preserve a centuries-old artistic tradition that remains central to its cultural identity. From vibrant wall paintings to intricately embroidered textiles, the tribe’s indigenous art forms continue to flourish despite the…
Continue ReadingSmooth, Frizz-Free Hair This Monsoon with Raise by Jean Claude Biguine
July 1: As the monsoon season sets in, increased humidity and frequent rain can leave hair frizzy, dull, tangled, and difficult to manage. This is the perfect time to give your hair the care it deserves. Raise, by the experts at Jean Claude Biguine and Bounce Salons, combines salon expertise…
Continue ReadingManufacturing Growth Continues, PMI at 54.2 in June
New Delhi, July 1: India’s manufacturing sector continued its steady expansion in June, with the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) recorded at 54.2, indicating sustained growth in factory activity and overall business conditions. A PMI reading above 50 reflects expansion, and the latest data suggests that manufacturing output remained strong, supported…
Continue ReadingMahindra Registers 37pc Rise in June Auto Sales
Mumbai, July 1: Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) reported a strong performance in June, registering a 37% year-on-year growth in total vehicle sales to 1,06,207 units, driven by robust demand across its passenger and commercial vehicle segments. The company continued its growth momentum on the back of sustained customer demand, a…
Continue ReadingGST Collections Climb 14 pc to INR 1.95 Lakh Crore in June
New Delhi, July 1: India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections continued their strong growth momentum in June, rising 14% year-on-year to ₹1.95 lakh crore, reflecting sustained economic activity and improved tax compliance across the country. The robust collections were driven by healthy domestic consumption, higher business transactions, and continued…
Continue ReadingAgnikul, ICEYE Sign Pact for SAR Earth Observation Systems
New Delhi, July 1: Space technology startup Agnikul Cosmos has signed a strategic agreement with ICEYE to jointly develop advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Earth observation systems, marking a significant step towards strengthening India’s space-based imaging capabilities. The collaboration aims to leverage the expertise of both organisations in developing next-generation…
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