PV Narasimha Rao award: Ex PM Manmohan Singh honoured posthumously; wife Gursharan Kaur receives on his behalf

[ad_1] Former Prime Minister and noted economist Dr Manmohan Singh has been posthumously conferred the P V Narasimha Rao Memorial Award for Economics in recognition of his pivotal role in shaping India’s economic transformation and nation-building.The award was received on his behalf by his wife, Gursharan Kaur, at a ceremony held in the national capital…

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Jumbo challenge for chip-making: Tata Electronics builds elephant-proof barrier for Assam unit; snakes necessitate further safeguards

[ad_1] The intersection of wildlife and semiconductor manufacturing presents an unusual challenge in Assam.At Tata Electronics’ forthcoming outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility, elephant movements pose potential operational risks. Their footfalls generate ground vibrations that could affect sensitive equipment, potentially causing measurement errors, pattern distortions and operational disruptions in chip production, particularly given the…

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Semiconductor push: India plans fiscal incentives across 25 categories; mandates to spur chip usage in consumer electronics

[ad_1] I examine the complex architecture of a semiconductor chip, marveling at its miniature components and precise design. The government is evaluating specific fiscal incentives for chipset development across 25 electronic categories whilst implementing rigorous domestic sourcing requirements for select items, including televisions and air-conditioners, to ensure uptake of locally manufactured semiconductors, according to informed…

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Urban Company IPO opens: Retail portion of issue fully subscribed within an hour- Should you invest?

[ad_1] Urban Company IPO open for investors Urban Company’s Rs 1,900 crore initial public offering (IPO)’s retail, employee portion was fully subscribed within the first hour of opening on Wednesday, driven by robust interest from retail investors. Bidders placed orders for 62 million shares, or 58 per cent of the 107 million shares on offer….

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Ride-hailing battle: Rapido gains users and market share driven by bike-taxi operations; surpasses Uber and Ola

[ad_1] Rapido has emerged as India’s leading ride-hailing service, commanding nearly half the market share, surpassing both Uber and Ola, despite its initial perception as a specialised bike-taxi service.The company’s significant market share stems primarily from its two-wheeler taxi operations, affecting Ola’s business substantially. Additionally, Uber is experiencing mounting pressure in one of its crucial…

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Gold price prediction today: Will gold rates cross Rs 1.12 lakh mark on MCX futures in near-term? Here’s the outlook

[ad_1] Gold began the week on an impressive bullish note, soaring to fresh all-time highs above $3,650/Oz in Spot. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are likely to maintain their bullish trend over the coming few weeks, says Maneesh Sharma, AVP – Commodities & Currencies, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers. The expert…

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Donald Trump’s tariff battle: US Supreme Court fast-tracks review; presidential power limits questioned

[ad_1] Donald Trump (File photo) The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to take up a fast-track review of the Trump administration’s sweeping global tariffs, setting a November hearing that could decide the fate of one of US President Donald Trump’s most significant economic policies. The justices approved an unusually brisk schedule after a federal appeals…

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‘Close friends, natural partners’: PM Modi responds to Donald Trump; both express confidence on India-US trade talks

[ad_1] PM Modi and Donald Trump (File photo) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday responded to US President Donald Trump’s positive remarks on trade negotiations with India, with both leaders affirming that discussions between the two countries will continue. “India and the US are close friends and natural partners. I am confident that…

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GST overhaul: Government permits revised MRPs on unsold stock; use of old packaging allowed till December

[ad_1] The government has allowed manufacturers, packers and importers of packaged goods to print revised MRPs on unsold stock under the new GST rules. They have further been allowed to exhaust existing packaging material and wrappers until December. The decision comes amid repeated appeals by consumer goods companies, which had urged the government to allow…

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