Bhubaneswar, June 29 (UDN): In a major cyber crackdown ahead of the annual Rath Yatra, the Odisha Crime Branch has blocked 50 fraudulent hotel booking websites over the past week to protect devotees from online accommodation scams. Representational image The action was initiated following multiple complaints received through the national…
Continue ReadingIndia emerges as global data centre hub amid capacity crunch in US, Europe
June 29: India is rapidly emerging as a major global data centre hub, supported by rising digital demand and capacity constraints in the United States and Europe, according to a recent report. The report noted that growing cloud adoption, artificial intelligence workloads, and surging data consumption are driving global demand…
Continue ReadingMaruti Suzuki ties up with five startups to drive innovation and customer focus
June 29: Maruti Suzuki has entered into partnerships with five startups to strengthen innovation, improve operational efficiency, and enhance overall customer experience across its automotive ecosystem. The collaborations aim to bring in new-age technologies and digital solutions that can streamline internal processes, improve productivity, and upgrade customer-facing services. The initiative…
Continue ReadingDigiHaat launches ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’ store on ONDC platform
June 29: DigiHaat has launched a new digital storefront titled ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’ on the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) platform, aimed at expanding market access for cooperative and rural products across India. The initiative is designed to empower cooperatives, farmers, and small producers by integrating them into a wider…
Continue ReadingKarnataka proposes Bengaluru–Lima sister-city pact to boost India–Peru trade
June 29: The Karnataka government has proposed establishing a sister-city partnership between Bengaluru and Lima to strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation between India and Peru, with an ambitious goal of expanding trade to $10 billion in the coming years. The proposed pact aims to enhance collaboration in key sectors such…
Continue ReadingGujarat sets INR 10 lakh crore investment target under new industrial policy
June 29: The Gujarat government has announced a target of attracting ₹10 lakh crore in fresh investments over the next five years under its new industrial policy, aimed at further strengthening the state’s industrial base and boosting economic growth. The policy is designed to accelerate industrial expansion, enhance manufacturing capabilities,…
Continue ReadingRavensbourne University London Opens Applications for September 2026 Intake with Career-Focused Postgraduate Programmes and Industry Year Opportunities
June 29: Ravensbourne University London, in partnership with Oxford International Education Group, has opened applications for its September 2026 intake, offering students a wide range of postgraduate and undergraduate programmes designed to build industry-ready skills and support long-term career success. As students increasingly prioritise employability, career outcomes and practical exposure…
Continue ReadingGroundwater depletion threatens Kuruvai cultivation in Cauvery delta
June 29: Groundwater depletion has emerged as a major concern for farmers in the Cauvery delta, casting uncertainty over the upcoming Kuruvai cultivation season. Declining water tables, combined with uneven rainfall and irrigation constraints, are raising worries about agricultural productivity in the region. Farmers in several parts of the delta…
Continue ReadingEl Niño could pressure agri loans, credit growth seen steady: Report
June 29: Agricultural loan demand could face short-term pressure due to the impact of El Niño conditions, although overall credit growth is expected to remain healthy, according to a recent report. The report noted that climatic variability linked to El Niño may affect crop output in certain regions, potentially influencing…
Continue ReadingRail-Focused Multimodal Logistics Company Pristine Logistics Files Confidentially with SEBI for IPO
June 29 : Pristine Logistics & Infraprojects Limited has confidentially filed its draft red herring prospectus with the Securities and Exchange Board of India under the pre-filing route, according to a public notice issued by the company, marking a significant step towards a potential initial public offering . Founded in 2008, Pristine Logistics is a rail–focused multimodal logistics platform providing integrated logistics infrastructure and services…
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