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The Times of India Supreme Court rejects telcos' plea to recalculate Rs 1L crore dues
The Supreme Court has denied Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel's curative petition seeking a re-calculation of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues totaling over Rs 1 lakh crore. The companies are required to pay the amount by March 31, 2031. Vodafone Idea owes nearly Rs 70,000 crore in AGR dues, while Airtel owes around Rs 30,000 crore.
The Times of India 'Some brands can outperform the sector even in slowdown'
Maximising shareholder value involves enhancing a brand's relevance and differentiation. This becomes crucial during economic slowdowns, particularly in the sluggish FMCG sector. Brands such as Maggie, Tanishq, Zomato, Royal Enfield, and Surf Excel excel by being meaningfully different and strategically positioned. These brands are resilient and drive growth as per Kantar BrandZ report.
The Times of India Banks must tap into UPI infra to boost biz, says FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman advised banks to utilize digital footprints from UPI to grow their balance sheets. She highlighted UPI's international usage and emphasized adopting technology for risk mitigation and improved customer service. Sitharaman also urged banks to support businesses under stress rather than waiting for them to collapse.
The Times of India Govt steps in to lower burden on exporters
Reacting to a steep fall in exports, the Indian government has implemented several measures aimed at easing shipping challenges. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced steps like acquiring vessels, waiving fees, and boosting container handling capacity. The initiatives are designed to lower freight rates and expedite port processes for exporters.
The Times of India Pheran for PM Modi, fairytale for farmer
PM Narendra Modi wore a traditional Kashmiri pheran during a rally in Srinagar, which was gifted by Irshad Hussain Naikoo, an Anantnag-based farmer. Naikoo had been saving money since 2013 to create this special gift and faced numerous challenges to deliver it. His efforts were recognized when Modi wore the robe at the event.
The Times of India DVC biased towards Jharkhand, claims Mamata Banerjee
Mamata Banerjee has shut down the Bengal-Jharkhand border to prevent flood damage, alleging that DVC did not share water release information. Jharkhand CM Soren warned of retaliation. The floods have claimed 26 lives and displaced 2.5 lakh people. An emergency meeting was called to tackle the crisis.
The Times of India FATF urges India to reduce pending laundering cases
The Financial Action Task Force has acknowledged India's efforts but called for reducing pending money laundering cases and significant changes in prosecuting terror financing. The report highlights threats from extremist groups and stresses the need for better regulation of non-profits to prevent their misuse for terrorist financing.
The Times of India Job guarantee to Agniveers, MSP for 24 crops in BJP's Haryana manifesto
BJP's Haryana poll manifesto, revealed by J P Nadda, pledges job guarantees for Agniveers, MSP for 24 crops, and higher compensation for crop failures. It includes a monthly stipend for women, subsidized cooking gas at Rs 500 per cylinder, scooties for rural college girls, and scholarships for OBC and SC students. BJP counters Congress's social-security pension with proportional increases.
The Times of India Won't let Congress-NC implement Pakistan's agenda in J&K: PM Modi
PM Modi accused Congress and National Conference of aligning with Pakistan’s agenda after Pakistan’s defence minister endorsed their demand to restore Articles 370 and 35A. Modi emphasized that no power could reinstate Article 370 in Jammu & Kashmir. Home Minister Amit Shah also criticized Congress for sharing similar intentions with Pakistan.
The Times of India Unwarranted & unsubstantiated: India on Pannun lawsuit in US
India has dismissed the allegations made by Khalistan secessionist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in a US lawsuit against Indian officials. Pannun, who leads the banned Sikh for Justice group, claims an assassination attempt was foiled on American soil. The Indian government considers these accusations unwarranted and unsubstantiated.
The Times of India Will soon release panel report on MSP: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that the government will soon make public the report on minimum support price (MSP) by a committee headed by Sanjay Agrawal. The committee has held over two dozen meetings and workshops. Additionally, Chouhan introduced 'Adhunik Krishi Choupal', featuring agricultural innovations to be aired from October.
The Times of India India plans interstate cheetah conservation complex
India aims to develop an interstate cheetah conservation complex in the Kuno-Gandhi Sagar landscapes across Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan within 25 years. A fresh batch of cheetahs will be introduced to Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary by year-end, with a goal of managing a metapopulation of 60-70 cheetahs under Project Cheetah.
The Times of India Bombay HC stays Gokhale Institute VC's removal till Sept 23
The Bombay High Court has paused Ajit Ranade's removal as Vice-Chancellor of Pune's Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics until September 23. Dismissed for lacking sufficient teaching experience per UGC norms, Ranade has challenged the decision, asserting that he wasn't given an opportunity to address the committee's report before his removal.
The Times of India Bombay HC stays Gokhale Institute VC's removal till Sept 23
The Bombay High Court has paused Ajit Ranade's removal as Vice-Chancellor of Pune's Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics until September 23. Dismissed for lacking sufficient teaching experience per UGC norms, Ranade has challenged the decision, asserting that he wasn't given an opportunity to address the committee's report before his removal.
The Times of India RG Kar ex-principal Sandip Ghosh no longer a doctor: What is next for him?
The West Bengal Medical Council has cancelled the medical registration of Sandip Ghosh, former principal of R G Kar Medical College. This action was taken after he failed to respond to a show-cause notice and was arrested on charges of financial irregularities and evidence destruction. Doctor organizations are demanding reforms within the council.