June 24: Gold and silver prices declined nearly 2 per cent in global markets as investors turned cautious amid uncertainty over the global interest rate outlook. The weakness in bullion was driven by expectations that interest rates may remain elevated for longer than previously anticipated, reducing the appeal of non-yielding…
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Hockey India Announces Junior Women’s Squad for UK Exposure Tour
New Delhi, June 24: Hockey India has announced the junior women’s national squad for an upcoming tour of the United Kingdom, aimed at providing valuable international exposure and strengthening the country’s long-term player development pipeline. The selected squad comprises a blend of promising young players who have impressed in recent…
Continue ReadingAccount Aggregator Adoption Accelerates Financial Inclusion
June 24: India’s Account Aggregator (AA) ecosystem facilitated nearly 3.8 crore financial services in FY26, reflecting growing adoption of digital consent-based data sharing across the financial sector. The framework enables secure exchange of financial information between institutions, helping banks, non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) and fintech firms streamline lending, improve credit…
Continue ReadingIndia Emerges as Global Generics Powerhouse, Says Expert
June 24: India’s strong position in global pharmaceutical markets, particularly its approximately 20 per cent share in global generic drug exports, provides a solid foundation for sustained industry growth, according to industry experts. Experts note that this leadership in generics reflects India’s robust manufacturing ecosystem, cost competitiveness and deep expertise…
Continue ReadingHotel Owner Murder Case: Accused Injured in Police Encounter in Puri
Puri, June 24 (UDN): In a major development in the hotel owner murder case, the prime accused sustained injuries during a police encounter in Puri on Wednesday morning, officials said. The accused, identified as Chandan Palar, was allegedly involved in the killing of a hotel owner in the coastal town.…
Continue ReadingEntertainment Industry Shines at Padma Awards 2026
June 24: The Padma Awards 2026, one of India’s highest civilian honours, recognised leading figures from the entertainment industry for their outstanding contributions to cinema, music and television. Announced on the eve of Republic Day and presented by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, the awards this year honoured 131 personalities…
Continue ReadingIshan Technologies Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Abhijit Saha as Vice President Customer Success
Ahmedabad, India June 24: Ishan Technologies, a leading pan-India ICT and digital infrastructure provider, announced the appointment of Mr. Abhijit Saha as Vice President, Customer Success, reinforcing its commitment to building a customer-centric organisation as it enters its next phase of growth. Saha joins Ishan Technologies with nearly two decades of experience across the telecom and ICT…
Continue ReadingTripura Opens First Public EV Charging Station, Expands Clean Mobility Push
Agartala, June 24: Tripura has launched its first public electric vehicle (EV) charging station, marking a key step in the state’s efforts to strengthen clean mobility infrastructure and support the growing adoption of electric vehicles. The newly inaugurated facility is expected to provide convenient charging access for EV users and…
Continue ReadingVizhinjam Seaport Handles 1,000 Ships, Signals Strong Operational Ramp-Up
Vizhinjam, June 24: Adani Vizhinjam International Seaport has crossed a key milestone by handling 1,000 vessels, reflecting the rapid scale-up of India’s first deep-water transshipment port. The achievement comes shortly after the port’s initial operations began, underscoring its fast ramp-up in cargo handling and increasing integration into global shipping routes.…
Continue ReadingIndia’s Trade Climbs to Dollar 1.84 Trillion in FY26, Reflecting Steady Economic Growth
New Delhi, June 24: India’s total trade increased 5.4 per cent to reach $1.84 trillion in FY26, according to NITI Aayog, highlighting steady momentum in the country’s external sector. The rise in trade was supported by stronger performance in both goods and services, driven by improving export competitiveness, resilient domestic…
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