2 injured in fire due to gas leak at Chandigarh’s Sector 29 house
The injured are identified as Sunil and Amar, both staying in Sector 29, Chandigarh. Sunil sustained 30% burn injuries in fire due to gas leak while Amar sustained injuries after he jumped from the first floor of the house to save himself. They were rushed to the GMCH-32. Their condition is stated to be stable. Key Points
Hindustan TimesBajaj Auto posts 5% rise in Q2 revenue at ₹10,777.27 crore
The company's total revenue from operations rose to 107.77 billion rupees ($1.29 billion) for the three months to Sept. 30 from 102.03 billion rupees a year earlier Key Points
mintTamil Nadu man carrying 1-year-old daughter falls during fire-walk ritual
A man, along with his one-year-old daughter, fell into an ember pit during a fire-walking ritual in Tamil Nadu on Sunday. His daughter sustained severe burn injuries due to the incident. Key Points
India TodayCyclist Maeder dies after fall into ravine on Tour of Switzerland
Swiss rider Gino Maeder has died from the injuries he sustained when he plunged into a ravine during a stage of the Tour of Switzerland, his team Bahrain-Victorious said on June 16. Maeder, 26, fell during a high-speed descent on the fifth stage between Fiesch and La Punt on June 15, after an exhausting day marked by three ascents over 2,000 metres altitude. Key Points
The HinduBJP’s Sangamam politics: What is driving Modi govt projects highlighting north-south links
Youth exchange programmes are part of the Union government’s sustained effort to connect disparate regions such as Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, and Andhra Pradesh and Varanasi based on historical links. It is seen as an attempt to deepen the BJP's southern base. Key Points
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PS-2 Shoot Was All Things Fun. Proof In BTS Pics Of Trisha, Karthi And Others
Sobhita commented: "Man... so good to see these pictures! Such good times!" Key Points
NDTV.comDrop in oil prices and US treasury yield good news for India but govt, RBI remain alert to inflation: Finm
The ministry said India can look forward to a longer economic and financial cycle over the medium term than in the past, thanks to the sustained focus on public investment in infrastructure and advances in digital public infrastructure. However, external headwinds could threaten these projections. Key Points
Economic TimesMukherjee Nagar fire: Delhi Police record statement of 30 students
According to Delhi Police, 61 students, as well as a few staff of commercial offices, sustained burn injuries on their arms, neck and legs. They also said two students sustained severe injuries after jumping out and falling on an AC compressor. Key Points
The Indian ExpressWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee sustains major injury; admitted to hospital
Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, sustained a major injury and has been admitted to the hospital. The incident occurred at home, causing bleeding. Banerjee is conscious and is being stitched. A five-six member medical board has been formed for her treatment. State BJP president Sukanta Majumdar wishes her a speedy recovery. Key Points
Economic TimesPilot injured in trainer aircraft crash in Madhya Pradesh's Guna
A trainee pilot was injured in a trainer aircraft crash at Guna Airport, Madhya Pradesh. The pilot, who had taken off from Neemuch, sustained severe injuries. Officials suspect an engine problem caused the crash. The aircraft, flying from Sagar, sought permission for an emergency landing at Guna airport but lost balance and veered off the runway, causing extensive damage with the landing wheels detached. The injured pilot was taken to a hospital for treatment. Key Points
Economic TimesRupee flat, far forward premiums extend decline to 2-1/2-month low
By Jaspreet Kalra MUMBAI (Reuters) - The Indian rupee was largely flat on Wednesday as sustained dollar inflows helped ease the pressure from weakness in most Asian currencies. The rupee was at 82.90 Key Points
ThePrintIndia to grow 6.5% in FY25, down from 6.9% this fiscal: Ind-Ra
India's economy is expected to grow by 6.5% in the fiscal year 2024-25, supported by sustained government capex, soft global commodity prices, and signs of growth in the private corporate capex cycle, according to India Ratings and Research. The forecast aligns with the International Monetary Fund's projection but is below the Reserve Bank of India's estimate of 7%. Key Points
Economic TimesRealty stakeholders business outlook moves up optimistic zone on steady India economy
Stakeholders in the real estate industry are confident in the business outlook, backed by India's resilient economy and sustained growth. The Knight Frank-NAREDCO Real Estate Sentiment Index reflects increased optimism. Record residential sales and office space transactions highlight the country's economic robustness. Key Points
Economic Times7.7% H1 growth leaves 'sceptics gasping and woefully behind curve': RBI article
Mumbai, Dec 20 (PTI) GDP growth of 7.7 per cent in the first half of this fiscal has “left sceptics gasping and woefully behind the curve”, an RBI article said on Wednesday. It also stressed the buildup in the growth momentum is likely to be sustained. The article on the state of the economy published […] Key Points
ThePrintIsrael-Hamas conflict, FOMC outcome to challenge gold traders' resilience this week
The US dollar saw a boost from a combination of lackluster corporate earnings, safe-haven demand, and signs of the US economy's resilience. Notably, the US economy posted robust annualized growth of 4.9% in Q3 2023, despite higher interest rates. Core PCE prices and personal spending further reinforced the notion of sustained economic strength. Key Points
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One Army officer died, three soldiers injured in fire accident in Siachen glacier
One Army officer died while three soldiers sustained injuries in a fire accident in the Siachen glacier on Wednesday. In a fire accident in the Siachen glacier today, one officer lost his life while three soldiers were injured. The injured have been safely evacuated from there to hospital , Defence PRO, Leh Lt Col PS Sidhu said. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia's economic prospects brighten; core inflation, global volatility may pose risks: RBI financial stabi
The Indian economy presents a picture of resilience, supported by strong macroeconomic fundamentals. sustained growth momentum, moderating inflation and anchoring of inflation expectations, a narrowing current account deficit and rising foreign exchange reserves, ongoing fiscal consolidation and a robust financial system are setting the economy on a path of sustained growth, RBI said. Key Points
Economic TimesIndian shares trim weekly gains on profit booking post RBI policy
The blue-chip Nifty 50 closed 0.38% lower at 18,563.40, while the benchmark S&P BSE Sensex fell 0.35% to 62,625.63. Key Points
FinancialexpressPillion 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
Hindustan TimesKL Rahul rules himself out of WTC final, to undergo thigh surgery
India's top-order batter KL Rahul on Friday ruled himself out of the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia and will undergo a thigh surgery on the advice of his medical team. Rahul, the captain of the Lucknow Super Giants, has been ruled out for an indefinite period due to the injury he sustained during an Indian Premier League game against Royal Challengers Bangalore earlier this week. Key Points
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Covid deaths down 95 percent this year: WHO
The World Health Organization said Covid-19 was here to stay and countries would have to learn how to manage its ongoing non-emergency effects, including post-Covid-19 condition, or Long Covid. We're very encouraged by the sustained decline in reported deaths from Covid-19, which have dropped 95 percent since the beginning of this year, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told a press conference. Key Points
Economic Times‘Sentencing myself to death by fire’: Tunisian footballer sets himself ablaze in ‘police state’ protest
The victim, identified as 35-year-old Nizar Issaoui, sustained third-degree burns from his action. In a Facebook post shortly before his fatal action, Issaoui said he had sentenced himself to “death by fire”. Key Points
India TodayWorker conducting repair dies after falling from water tank of high-rise building
An accidental death report has been registered into the incident. A site engineer is being quesioned on whether adequate safety equipment was provided to the two workers, the officer said. Key Points
The Indian ExpressSmartphone shipments seen to have shrunk 15% last quarter
Smartphone shipments in India are expected to drop by 10-15% year-on-year in 1Q23 due to brands focusing on clearing inventory instead of high demand, according to Counterpoint Research. Smartphone sales were 19% in January due to online purchases for Republic Day, but fell 12% in February. Sales for premium smartphones, however, were sustained due to new launches and discounts. Channel partners struggled to accept large quantities of shipments due to low turnover rates consequently leading to a slower inventory movement in Q1. Key Points
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