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Overall, the government has approved 63 FDI (foreign direct investment) proposals worth ₹10,292.67 crore, or $1.18 billion, during April 2025-March 2026, according to the DPIIT data

Snabbit and Urban Company's InstaHelp platforms each completed one lakh house-help jobs on Sunday. Intense competition pushed hourly household work prices down to twenty-nine rupees in some areas. Urban Company offered thirty-minute services for nineteen rupees, a significant discount. InstaHelp promises quick service for various household chores and has expanded rapidly. Both companies achieved this milestone after significant growth in their operations.

India's private equity and venture capital investments surpassed twenty billion dollars this year. This figure shows a slight decrease compared to the previous year's performance. July saw investments of three billion dollars, remaining stable from last year's figures. Investors maintain long-term confidence in India's private markets despite global challenges. Sectors like renewable energy and B2B software startups are attracting significant investor attention.

Businesses face significant cost management challenges due to ongoing West Asia conflict. Commodity inflation and freight charges create persistent planning uncertainties for companies. This instability may lead to postponed capital deployment and fewer new job additions. Consumers can expect widespread price increases across various products and services. Companies are considering further pricing interventions to manage margin impacts.

The corporation’s Solid Waste Management Department launched the comprehensive campaign to improve visible cleanliness across Mumbai and its suburbs

DMK fiercely responded to Rahul Gandhi's criticism of supporting a bill to increase Lok Sabha seats. Senior DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran accused Congress of betraying trust for ministerial positions. The BJP hopes DMK's anger with Congress will aid its legislative agenda. DMK has indicated openness to the bill after studying its impact. Rahul Gandhi's comments acknowledge the possibility of DMK revising its stance on the bill.

The protesters are demanding cancellation of the 14th JPSC Combined Preliminary Test held on April 19 and an independent probe by central agencies, including the CBI and Enforcement Directorate (ED), into alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations

Sivasagar is the worst-hit district with over 55,000 people affected, followed by 40,000 people in Charaideo and 22,000 in Jorhat

In what sounded like a veiled criticism of former Kerala Sahitya Akademi president K. Satchidanandan, Leader of the Opposition recalled how gracefully Sanoo had occupied the same position during an earlier tenure of the LDF

U.P. resident detained; MP alleges conspiracy to kill him

The Supreme Court criticized Punjab for its resistance to implementing an old decree. Attorney General Venkataramani proposed a cashless settlement for power dues. Himachal and Haryana agreed to the proposal, while Punjab raised objections. The court warned Punjab of consequences if it fails to comply. A final decision is expected on August 12.

Taslima Nasrin said that it was her dream to return to Kolkata and “history will remember those who shut the door on her and those who opened the door”

High turbidity in the Pazhassi dam following intense rain and landslips disrupted drinking water treatment, reducing water supply to Kannur town and adjoining areas

District Collector issues temporary stop memo after inquiries into quarry permit following petitions by protest committee; residents allege quarry on ecologically sensitive laterite hill threatens around 50 Scheduled Tribe families and community facilities