Category: News

New Delhi, June 30: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is set to issue fresh guidelines for banks to curb the mis-selling of insurance products, IRDAI Chairperson has said. The proposed guidelines aim to strengthen transparency and ensure that insurance products are sold based on customers’ financial…

New Delhi, June 30: India’s growing water deficit is expected to create an investment opportunity of nearly ₹20 lakh crore by 2030, according to a recent report. The report highlights that increasing water demand, rapid urbanisation, industrial expansion, and climate-related challenges are driving the need for significant investment in water…

Singapore , June 30: Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines , today unveiled its themed aircraft in collaboration with Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day, marking another milestone for the airline. The launch event at Singapore Changi Airport was officiated by Mr Calvin Chan, Chief Commercial Officer at Scoot,…

“We Are Dignity Defenders”—From Jeddah, the World Water Council Reaffirms Its Advocacy for Access to Water as a Prerequisite for Human Dignity, Ahead of the 11th World Water Forum (Riyadh, March 2027) Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — June 30, 2026 Meeting in Jeddah on June 28 and 29, 2026, as part of…

Berlin, June 30: A severe and prolonged heatwave is affecting several parts of Europe, causing widespread disruption to daily life and impacting transport systems, infrastructure, and public services in multiple regions. In Germany, extreme temperatures have led to localized disruptions, including temporary suspension of tram services in Leipzig after heat-related…

Mumbai, June 30: Indian equity benchmarks opened higher on Monday amid mixed global market signals, reflecting cautious optimism among investors at the start of the trading session. Market participants tracked developments in global equities, commodity prices, and macroeconomic indicators while assessing domestic earnings outlook and foreign fund flows. Early gains…

June 30: A fire broke out at a pipeline of Haldia Petrochemicals in West Bengal’s Purba Medinipur district on Tuesday, prompting an immediate response from emergency services to contain the blaze. According to preliminary reports, fire and safety teams were quickly deployed to the site after the incident was reported.…

June 30: India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow by around 7 per cent in the current financial year, marking an upward revision from earlier estimates, according to a recent report. The improved outlook is attributed to sustained strength in domestic demand, higher investment activity, and consistent performance…

June 30: General Upendra Dwivedi has formally stepped down as the Chief of the Indian Army, bringing to a close a distinguished military career spanning over four decades. On Tuesday, he handed over the command of the Indian Army to General Dhiraj Seth in a smooth and ceremonial transition of…

June 30: General Dhiraj Seth has formally assumed charge as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army. He took over the command of the Indian Army following the retirement of the outgoing Chief of Army Staff. His appointment marks an important leadership transition in the Indian Armed…