3 dead as boulders hit Kedarnath hiking route amid heavy rain in Uttarakhand
Boulders rolled onto the Kedarnath hiking route near Gauri Kund in Uttarakhand, killing three people. Rescue operations were underway. Key Points
India TodayRegion’s exporters short of containers
Red Sea attacks, disruption of train services in Punjab to blame. Exporters in the northern region, especially Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir, are... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaAsia shares wobble, traders on guard as Japanese inflation tops forecast
By Tom Westbrook SINGAPORE (Reuters) -Asian shares slipped on Tuesday, with slightly warmer-than-expected Japanese inflation putting investors on guard ahead of price data due in Europe and the U.S. Key Points
ThePrintTech Mahindra Q3 result preview: Revenues to decline QoQ; deal wins to be muted
Tech Mahindra Q3 result preview: Tech Mahindra is expected to see a sequential decline in quarterly revenue due to weakness in the communication vertical segment and higher furloughs. Revenue from operations is expected to decline between 1-1.4% quarter-on-quarter. Margins are likely to expand on a QoQ basis due to portfolio reshuffling. Deal wins are expected to remain muted. Investors should watch out for deal wins, pipeline from the communication vertical, pricing scenario, attrition, and outlook on growth. Key Points
Economic TimesDelhi airport: 10 flights diverted, nearly 100 delayed as dense fog disrupts operations
Vistara, in a post on X at 6.38 am, said that due to dense fog and poor visibility in Delhi, arrivals and departures may be impacted from Delhi. due to adverse weather (fog) at Delhi, Chennai, Varanasi, Bagdogra & Lucknow our flight schedules have been affected, which may lead to consequential delays. We understand this may impact your travel plans and regret the inconvenience..., Akasa Air said in a post on X at 12.12 pm. Key Points
Economic TimesNHPC expects Rs 788 crore loss caused by Sikkim floods
New Delhi [India], October 14 (ANI): State-owned hydropower company NHPC on Saturday said it expects about Rs 788 crore loss or damage caused due to the Sikkim floods. Of the expected quantum of losses, material damage is seen at Rs 297 crore and business loss at Rs 491 crore, the company informed stock exchanges. Show […] Key Points
ThePrint24, including 12 infants, die in a day at Maharashtra’s Nanded medical college
Dr. Shyamrao Wakode, the dean in-charge of the medical college, said that the deceased were suffering from various ailments, including snake bites, arsenic & phosphorus poisoning, among others. Key Points
ThePrintIndian shares set to open flat on concerns around China economy, US rates
Indian shares are set for a muted open on Tuesday, on risk aversion due to persistent concerns over the health of China's economy and U.S. interest rates. Key Points
Reuters66 dead in rain fury in Himachal, Uttarakhand; houses collapse in Shimla, Joshimath
At least 66 people were killed in rain-related incidents in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Several houses collapsed in many places due to incessant downpours. Key Points
India TodayHimachal rains: Monsoon affects tourism industry in the hilly state; 187 lives lost till now. Check top updates
The tourism industry in Himachal Pradesh has been badly hit due to heavy rains this year. The National Highway from Dharamshala to Mcleodganj is severely damaged at several places. Key Points
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7 killed in rain-related incidents in Himachal, Gujarat; more downpour in store
Several parts of the country continued to witness torrential rains as landslides and waterlogging threw normal life out of gear in many states, including Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. More spells of rain are predicted in various states. Key Points
India TodayKalka-Shimla line damage: Railways likely to resume ops between Shimla, Solan today
Train operations on the Kalka-Shimla track, a world heritage site, remains suspended since July 9, thus cancelling all trains (up and down) on the line. Officials say these trains have been suspended till August 6 in wake of the restoration work. Key Points
Hindustan TimesUttarakhand: Bridge near India-China border under threat due to rapid flow of water, says BRO
Border Roads Organisation on Sunday said a valley bridge near the India-China border, nine km ahead of Malari village here has come under threat due to the rapid flow of the river as the monsoon fury continued over the northwestern Himalayan region. Malari is a small village near the Indo-China border near Joshimath in Chamoli district. Key Points
Economic TimesSensex, Nifty decline ahead of inflation data, IT earnings
India Business News: Indian shares closed lower on Wednesday, with the Nifty 50 index dropping by 0.28% to 19,384.30, while the S&P BSE Sensex fell by 0.34% to 65,393.90. Key Points
Times Of IndiaWeather Live Updates: Over 100 killed across India, 80 in Himachal; tourists still stuck
Weather News Updates: More than 100 people were killed in heavy rainfall and flood-related incidents as torrential downpours continued to batter northern India. Of the total fatalities, 80 died in Himachal Pradesh since the rain began last week, causing massive damage to infrastructure and rivers to swell beyond the danger mark. An interaction between the monsoon trough and a western disturbance has led to torrential rainfall, triggering floods and landslides. Around 300 people, mostly tourists, are still stuck in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh due to incessant rainfall and snowfall there. In Punjab and Haryana, 15 people lost their lives even as rainfall ebbed in some parts. In neighbouring Uttarakhand, nine pilgrims were killed and 13 others injured in landslides due to boulders falling from mountains in the past 24 hours. In Delhi, the Yamuna breached the danger mark of 205.33 metres, inundating several low-lying areas along the banks of the river. The water level is dangerously close to touching the mark of 207.49 metres, the highest level which was recorded in 1978. Both road and rail traffic on the Old Yamuna Bridge has been shut as Haryana released more water into the Yamuna from the Hathnikund barrage in Yamunanagar. Stay tuned with indiatoday.in as we bring you the latest monsoon-related updates. Key Points
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Covid-19: India records 47 fresh infections, active caseload at 1,655
Covid cases have declined over the last three months after a surge in infections due to XBB.1.16 Omicron variant. Key Points
mintIndiGo Amritsar-Ahmedabad flight strays into Pakistan amid bad weather
An IndiGo flight from Amritsar to Ahmedabad reportedly strayed into Pakistani airspace for half an hour due to bad weather on Saturday. It eventually returned to India without incident. Key Points
mintYellow alert in Delhi as rain, thunderstorm lead to diversion of 10 flights, IMD predicts more downpour
Delhi on Tuesday witnessed heavy showers and thunderstorms, affecting vehicular movement and leading to diversion of many flights. due to the bad weather in the city, 10 Delhi-bound flights were diverted -- nine from Jaipur and one from Lucknow. Key Points
India TodayRetailers hit pause as small towns slow down
Sales of lifestyle, apparel and discretionary products moderated for the second consecutive month to 6% in April due to a high base a year ago. While retail sales grew in strong double digits consistently over the past year, the growth slowed down to 6% in both March and April, according to the Retailers Association of India (RAI), indicating slowest sales expansion in more than 14 months. Key Points
Economic TimesPillion rider dies as speeding bike skids
A 28-year-old man was killed in a motorcycle accident on Veera Desai Road in Mumbai. He was riding pillion without a helmet when the bike skidded due to sudden braking. The driver has been arrested on charges of causing death by negligence. | Mumbai news Key Points
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UPL shares emerge as top Nifty 50 loser on Tuesday on muted Q4 results; should you own it? Here's what brokerages say
UPL Q4FY23 Results: The consolidated net profit for the March quarter was recorded at 792 crore, a 42.6% year-over-year (YoY) decline. The company reported a consolidated net profit of 1,379 crore for Q4FY22. Key Points
mintFlights diverted from Delhi airport due to unexpected weather conditions
There is enough moisture available in northwest India due to the western disturbance and the temperatures have also risen over the last few days. So, the conditions are conducive for such activity, Kuldeep Srivastava, the head of the IMD's regional forecasting centre, said. Key Points
Economic TimesMarch downpour dampens summer special sales
Companies said the growth they were expecting based on an unusually hot February and the usual pick-up of these products post Holi has been delayed. They expect a revival in demand led by high temperatures in April-May due to El Nino predictions and, hence, are not cutting production yet as there could be supply issues in case of a big surge. Key Points
Economic TimesIMD issues red alert, schools to remain shut in these states due to heavy rainfall
Schools in some states remain closed for two to three days. Check the details here. Key Points
Business TodayTamil Nadu rains: Red alert issued! 13 trains cancelled; flight operations disrupted. Check details here
Southern Railways has cancelled, suspended, or diverted several train services in Tamil Nadu due to heavy rains and water logging. Flights at Tuticorin airport have also been affected. Key Points
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Adani Wilmar reports 11% volume growth in Q2, but sales drop 13%
The company said Q2 profitability too remained under stress due to divergent trends in the spot and future prices of edible oils. The local edible oil prices were also under pressure due to excessive imports by industry in recent months. Key Points
Economic TimesOver 100 killed across India, 80 in Himachal; heavy rain alert in Uttarakhand today
Heavy rainfall in north India has caused significant devastation, with the death toll rising to 31 in Himachal Pradesh and additional fatalities reported in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Rajasthan. In Delhi, the Yamuna has crossed the danger mark, resulting in the evacuation of residents from flood-prone areas and the closure of the Old Railway Bridge. Key Points
India Today1 dead, nearly 5 lakh people affected as Assam flood situation remains grim
The flood situation in Assam showed no signs of improvement even as one person was killed due to the deluge, while nearly five lakh people were affected. Several rivers, including the Brahmaputra, were flowing above the danger mark. Key Points
India TodayRationing of fruit & veggies in the UK: The politics and economics behind it
Running short of lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, broccoli, cauliflowers and raspberries, the supermarkets in the UK, such as Tesco, Asda, Aldi and Morrisons, have rationed the sale of vegetables and fruit. One person can buy only a designated amount. The world is curious why an advanced country like the UK has to face a problem mostly associated with third-world countries and the erstwhile Soviet Union. Key Points
Economic TimesSikkim: Indian Army rescues 500 tourists stranded due to heavy snowfall in Gangtok
Troops from the Trishakti Corps of the Indian Army rescued 500 tourists stranded in Gangtok, East Sikkim, due to heavy snowfall and inclement weather. Around 175 vehicles were stranded at Natu La on February 21. The army provided prompt medical care, hot refreshments, meals, and safe transportation to help the tourists reach safety. The TriShakti Corps, while guarding the borders in Sikkim, is always prepared to assist the civil administration and people. Key Points
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Travis Scott’s ‘UTOPIA’ show at the Pyramids of Giza cancelled
Travis Scott's concert at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt has been cancelled due to production issues. Ticket holders will receive full refunds. Key Points
Hindustan TimesGo First Flights Cancelled: Can I reschedule or transfer tickets, What's the refund process? Here are all
On its website, the airline said, “We regret to inform that due to operational reasons, Go First flights scheduled for 3rd, 4th and 5th May 2023 have been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the flight cancellations.” Go First blamed Pratt & Whitney engines for the grounding of about half its fleet. Key Points
Economic TimesRetail inflation for agricultural, rural workers grows marginally in Feb 2023
The maximum upward pressure on general index of AL and RL came from miscellaneous group to the extent of 0.93 and 0.98 points respectively mainly due to increase in prices of medicine, doctor's fee, barber charges, bus fare, washing shop, cinema ticket, etc, it said. Key Points
Economic Times37 dead in rain rampage, flood warning for Himachal today, Uttarakhand on alert
Heavy rains in north India have causing landslides and floods, resulting in the death of 37 people. Several states, including Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, face extensive damage and disruption. Key Points
India TodayIndian stocks in green for second day after heavy sell-off
New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Indian stock indices opened marginally in the green Tuesday, extending the positive momentum from the previous session closing, primarily due to fresh buying after the latest dip. At 9.19, soon after the opening bell, Sensex was at 72,979.48 points, up 203.34 points or 0.28 per cent, and Nifty was […] Key Points
ThePrintStocks hemmed in by rate risks; yuan wobbles
By Tom Westbrook SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Asian equities climbed on Tuesday but could not break this month's highs as mixed messages from U.S. Federal Reserve policymakers left doubts hanging over the Key Points
ThePrintOpportunity in headwinds with a long-term perspective? 5 agro-chemical stocks with upside potential of up
Three years back, the whole agro chemical sector got rerated and some of the Indian companies which are focussed on domestic markets getting their fair share of attention from the street. But then they faced sudden headwinds as the Chinese companies once again became over active. Some time headwinds which bring a phase of underperformance in stocks are opportunities to enter those sectors and stocks with a long term perspective, because on the macro front the sector has more plus than minus. If one looks at what management of these companies have stated in recent past is that some of these headwinds are due to inventory issues which are getting over. Is the worst of the issues behind the agro chemical companies? Key Points
Economic TimesUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken flight out of Davos delayed by 'critical failure'
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who has travelled nearly incessantly since the Israel-Hamas war, was forced to delay his return Wednesday from Switzerland due to airplane trouble. Plane trouble is not uncommon for the US secretary of state, who relies on an ageing fleet of planes, as Congress is reluctant to fund new jets for government travel. Key Points
Economic TimesWillem Dafoe spills details on 'Beetlejuice 2' as cast and release date faces uncertainty; here's everythi
Willem Dafoe shares insights on his role in 'Beetlejuice 2,' a sequel to the 1988 classic. The film, facing possible delays due to industry strikes, reunites original stars like Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine OHara. With Dafoe playing a deceased cop, the plot hints at Lydias daughter taking center stage. Director Tim Burton returns amid filming challenges, aiming for a September 6, 2024 release. Expect fresh locations and a blend of nostalgia in this eagerly anticipated continuation. Key Points
Economic Times4 labourers from Bihar die of suffocation inside sceptic tank in Surat
Four migrant labourers from Bihar died due to suffocation while working inside a septic tank in Surat. Police are questioning senior officials of the factory. | Latest News India Key Points
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Udaipur-Jaipur Vande Bharat Express stopped at Gangarar-Soniyana section after noticing ballast on track
A Vande Bharat Udaipur-Jaipur Express travelling from the Gangarar-Soniyana section was stopped due to the placing of some ballast on the track and of two rods, of one foot each, in the joggle plate on the said route. An FIR is being registered. Strict action will taken against those involved in this, Captain Shashi Kiran said. Key Points
Economic TimesHimachal Pradesh: IMD predicts heavy rainfall in eight districts, issues orange alert
NH 205 blocked at Dakesh due to landslide; 200 roads inaccessible in Himachal Pradesh due to heavy rainfall. 223 dead, 295 injured. Key Points
mintDeath toll nears 90 in Himachal, yellow alert for rain in Uttarakhand today
A yellow alert has been issued in parts of Uttarakhand for Thursday and Friday, for Dhanauri, Rudraprayag and Khanpur. Besides, an orange alert is in place on July 15 and 16, for Roorkee, Laksar and Bhagwanpur. Key Points
India TodayNo institution should stop students from taking exam due to non-release of scholarships: Bains
If any college/university is found violating these instructions, strict action will be taken against them by the Punjab government. Bains directed the officials to immediately issue a notice in this regard. Key Points
The Indian ExpressFog alert! Flight operations affected in Delhi, Hyderabad due to bad weather
Delhi Airport informed that flights not CAT III complaint may be affected due to fog. Flight operations in Hyderabad are affected due to bad weather. Key Points
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Tech Mahindra Q2 Preview: Profit to fall 42% YoY; deal wins seen muted
The communications vertical is expected to be the weakest during the September quarter. Deal wins are likely to remain soft similar to the previous two quarters, due to weak macro environment and slow decision-making of businesses. Key Points
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