'Stripped, hung upside down': Kids allege abuse at Indore orphanage, facility sealed
FIR was registered against five women associated with the facility for allegedly ill-treating children in the name of punishment. The facility, described by officials as an "orphanage", was sealed by the local administration. It also denied all allegations mentioned in the FIR filed on the basis of a complaint by the local CWC. The girl inmates told the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) that they were tortured in the name of punishment in the premises, he said. "The children who were rescued from the orphanage are natives of Rajasthan and Gujarat," Indore-based Child Welfare Committee (CWC) chairperson Pallavi Porwal said.
Source:dna
January 19, 2024 15:26 UTC
Meet man whose father was once richer than Mukesh Ambani, leading Rs 200000 crore company, his business is…
Rishad Premji stated he feels a "bit better" about the IT sector than he did a few months ago during the World Economic Forum. Premji stated he feels a "bit better" about the IT sector than he did a few months ago. in economics at Wesleyan University in the US, Rishad Premji holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. In recent months, Rishad Premji took a drastic pay cut that nearly halved his annual earnings from the previous year. During 2022–2023 fiscal year, the Wipro Chairman received less than 8 crore ($951,353) in compensation.
Source:dna
January 19, 2024 14:58 UTC
From Hindu Mahasabha after Independence to BJP’s 1989 Palampur resolution, the Hindu Right’s tryst with Ram temple
Must Read | The history of pre-Independence violence at the Ram Janmabhoomi siteThe Hindu Mahasabha was the first organisation to take up the position just after Independence. Gopal Singh Visharad, the president of the Ayodhya Hindu Mahasabha, was the joint secretary of the Ramayana Mahasabha. Ayodhya’s District Magistrate K K K Nair and city magistrate Guru Dutt Singh refused to remove the idol despite pressure from Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. The following decades saw a lull, till the RSS and VHP took up the Ram temple movement in the 1980s. Ashok Singhal of the VHP also became active in the Ram temple movement by this point.
Source:The Hindu
January 19, 2024 14:48 UTC
Jaishankar Meets Maldives Counterpart Over Indian Troops Withdrawal | Why Is Muizzu Set On March 15?
Jaishankar Meets Maldives Counterpart Over Indian Troops Withdrawal | Why Is Muizzu Set On March 15? Updated: 19 Jan 2024, 05:15 PM ISTForeign minister S Jaishankar met his Maldivian co... moreForeign minister S Jaishankar met his Maldivian counterpart in Uganda amid strains in India-Maldives ties. Among the main topics of discussion was the withdrawal of Indian troops from the island nation, which has given a March 15 deadline. But why is March 15 as a specific date so important for Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu?
Source:Mint
January 19, 2024 14:45 UTC
Parimal Bharat Vasi Agarbatti & Republic Media Network unveil Ram Mandir anthem song
The 12th edition of The Hindu Group’s flagship event Lit Fest 2024 will be held at Sir Mutha Venkatasubba Rao Concert Hall, Chennai on January 26 and 27. The Hindu Lit Fest ensures that it actively makes room for an experience that both fosters and champions, above all, “free speech, the highest ideals of democracy, and a pluralism of expression in the arts and literature”. As The Hindu Group Chairperson Nirmala Lakshman puts it, these are the “underlying core values that reflect the newspaper’s ethic”. Speaking about the event, Suresh Balakrishna, Chief Revenue Officer of The Hindu Group, said, “We are thrilled to host a literary festival that goes beyond books. The Hindu Lit Fest 2024 is presented by GSquare Group, In Association with NITTE Education Trust & Christ University, FIITJEE is the festival’s associate partner.
Source:The Hindu
January 19, 2024 13:52 UTC
Telco body seeks USOF, tax reliefs in FY25 Union Budget
The FY25 Union Budget session is scheduled to be held on 31 January, with union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman set to present the upcoming financial year’s budget on 1 February. Industry observers said that the realization of such relief is in line with the progress of the nature of services provided by companies in the industry right now. But to fully realize this potential, we must address the financial constraints impeding the sector’s expansion. Reducing levy burdens is not just an economic necessity, but a strategic investment in our digital future. Telcos are also contending with the advent of direct-to-mobile (D2M) broadcasts, which seeks to bring television broadcasts directly to smartphones.
Source:Mint
January 19, 2024 13:45 UTC
Meet man who started India's largest air charter company, has Mukesh Ambani, Ratan Tata, Shah Rukh Khan as clients
His story serves as an inspiration for aspiring aviators, showcasing the transformative power of passion, and dedication. In the soaring skies of success, Club One Air (COA) stands as India's best in Business Aviation, guided by the visionary leadership of Rajan Mehra. Under Mehra's leadership, COA has not only touched the sky but also achieved an impressive annual revenue of around Rs 166 crore. Rajan Mehra's extensive background as the MD, Indian Subcontinent of Universal Weather and Aviation Company, and his multifaceted expertise, positions him as a stalwart in the business aviation sector. As Club One Air continues to reach new heights, Rajan Mehra's story serves as an inspiration for aspiring aviators, showcasing the transformative power of passion, and dedication.
Source:dna
January 19, 2024 13:33 UTC
Meet world’s richest family that owns Rs 4000 crore palace, 8 jets, 700 cars, richer than Mukesh Ambani, Adani
One such family who is living the dreams of millions of people is the Al Nahyan royal family of Dubai which became the World’s richest family in 2023 with a whopping net worth of $305 billion (Rs. The Emirati royal family also comprises his nine children and 18 grandchildren. As per a report by the New Yorker in 2015, the Dubai royal family owns assets equivalent to the British royal family. The company also owns 81 per cent of the City Football Group that also manages Manchester City, Mumbai City, Melbourne City and New York City football clubs. Thus, the Al Nahyan royal family boosts unparalleled wealth, extravagant lifestyle and diverse investments, which highlight their prominence as the world’s richest family.
Source:dna
January 19, 2024 13:33 UTC
PepsiCo India appoints Jagrut Kotecha as new CEO
Snacks and beverage major PepsiCo India on Friday announced the appointment of Jagrut Kotecha as CEO for PepsiCo India. He will succeed Ahmed El Sheikh, who will take over as CEO for the Middle East Business Unit, in March, after a seven-year stint in India. Kotecha is currently Chief Commercial Officer for PepsiCo in Africa, Middle East, and South Asia (AMESA)Eugene Willemsen, Chief Executive Officer – Africa, Middle East & South Asia, PepsiCo said, “India remains a pivotal market for PepsiCo, playing a crucial role in our global strategy. “Having been part of the PepsiCo family for the past 30 years, I have witnessed firsthand the unwavering commitment of PepsiCo India to excellence and innovation. As I take on this new responsibility, I am excited to drive forward our mission, ensuring continued success and growth in the Indian market,” Kotecha added.
Source:The Hindu
January 19, 2024 13:06 UTC
BFSI: Is it the right time to invest in one of the key drivers of economic growth?
Integral to India's economic growth: The BFSI sector is intricately linked to India's economic heartbeat. 3 With the country's GDP poised for growth, the BFSI sector is a key facilitator, positioned to thrive alongside the overall economic expansion. In FY22, the BFSI sector’s share of Indian GDP increased to about 12%. With the country's GDP poised for growth, the BFSI sector is a key facilitator, positioned to thrive alongside the overall economic expansion. Emphasis on diverse financial services businesses: The focus is on large and emerging financial services businesses, utilising both top-down and bottom-up approaches.
Source:Economic Times
January 19, 2024 12:09 UTC
Dalit domestic worker alleges torture by DMK MLA's son in Chennai, says 'they burnt my hands'
18-year-old Dalit domestic worker claimed that during her seven months of employment at the DMK MLA I Karunanithi son's residence, her employees had "physically assaulted" her "in whatever way they wished to." An 18-year-old Dalit domestic worker who works for the son of Tamil Nadu DMK MLA I Karunanithi has claimed that her managers have physically abused her and have refused to provide her with medical attention. Karunanithi, however, refuted the woman's allegations, stating that his son's family had previously treated her nicely and had only "pulled her up after she did something wrong." The Dalit woman claimed to have completed her 12th grade education and found work as a domestic helper through an agency in a video released by the non-profit organization Evidence. The DMK MLA refuted the accusations made against his family, claiming that they were giving her study support and having acquired her jewelry.
Source:dna
January 19, 2024 10:50 UTC
IndiGo expects ops to normalise by next week
NEW DELHI: Pieter Elbers, chief executive officer (CEO) of IndiGo on Thursday said the airline’s entire flight schedule will be back to normal in terms of on-time performance by next week. This statement by the country’s largest airline comes as dense fog in northern India continues to impact passenger movement, leading to delay and cancellation of hundreds of flights every day. “I would expect that the cancellation of flights (to end) should be completely back to normal by the weekend and in due course of next week, I expect that our entire operation should be back to normal,” said Elbers. The CEO rubbished certain social media posts that said that IndiGo does not care for its passengers.
Source:Indian Express
January 19, 2024 10:21 UTC
Time to dismantle the Missionary Model of development in Bharat
Here, we are focusing on Bharat, the country that has unfortunately become the playground of international NGOs or the missionary model of development, to put it more bluntly. The missionary model has enormous influence in the mainstream media, and this is how they distort the narrative. The missionary model of development works at the deepest of levels, cutting off the most vulnerable from their own culture, traditions, and identity in the name of development. How do we dismantle the missionary model of development? Overall, a concerted effort is needed from the government and the Hindu civil society to dismantle the missionary model of development in Bharat.
Source:Indian Express
January 19, 2024 09:36 UTC
Nuclear energy players need to take 90% uranium price spike bill or shut plants, ET EnergyWorld
Most people would think twice about diving into a market like that.Not so those who run a nuclear power plant and must have the product in question: uranium . It could also make you extremely unpopular, with one in five households in the US reliant on nuclear energy . In the last uranium bull market, that secondary market kicked in, and the price rise, while sharp, was very short. You know that the cure for high prices is high prices, that demand begets supply and everything will be fine. But there is a problem with this argument in this market.First, expanding the supply of uranium will take a long time.
Source:Economic Times
January 19, 2024 08:40 UTC
Fake ITC Claim of Rs 180 Crore: Karnataka’s GST authorities detect 100 bogus firms, arrest mastermind
Karnataka’s Commercial Taxes Department officials have arrested a key mastermind in connection with a multi-state GST fraud centred around fake GST claims. He issued fake tax invoices to facilitate bogus claims of input tax credit (ITC) by dealers without remitting the taxes to the governments after the initial transactions. Siddiq used fake GST registrations to unlawfully transfer bogus ITC to fake taxpayers registered in Karnataka. The two neighbouring state GST officials extended all support in this important operation, the statement said. By busting the racket, the department has successfully dismantled a fake ITC racket involving approximately 100 bogus registrations across Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Source:Economic Times
January 19, 2024 08:32 UTC