Economy

India plans to roll out new scheme of Krishi Clinics at village level for farmers

The Union government is considering setting up Krishi Clinics at the village level, following farmers’ suggestions for a mechanism to tackle crop pests and diseases, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said after a review meeting on the recently concluded Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA). Briefing the media, Chouhan said several suggestions have been received from […]

Top stock picks for this week: Which stocks have scored a 10/10 on Stock Reports Plus? Check list

The selection of weekly recommendations aims at delivering practical insights for organisations demonstrating robust financial health. (AI image) For optimal investment choices, here is a curated list of companies that have received top ratings from Stock Reports Plus, combined with “Strong Buy/Buy” recommendations according to the Institutional Brokers’ Estimate System (IBES).The selection of weekly recommendations, […]

Economy

Air India launches probe after passengers, crew feel dizzy on London-Mumbai flight

Tata Group-promoted Air India has initiated an investigation into an incident where five passengers and two crew members reported feeling dizzy and nauseous during a flight from London Heathrow to Mumbai. The incident took place on Monday night when flight AI130 landed safely in Mumbai, and medical teams were on hand to provide immediate assistance. […]

Shakira accidentally helped Diljit Dosanjh carry kirpan at Met Gala; singer recalls crying just thinking about his look | Bollywood

Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh made a grand debut at the Met Gala this year, turning heads with his regal presence on fashion’s biggest night. In an interview with BBC Asian Network, Diljit revealed that he had tears in his eyes when he first envisioned his Met Gala outfit while sitting in his vanity van during the […]

Hindalco to acquire US-based AluChem for $125 million, to expand global specialty alumina footprint; targets 1 million tonnes by FY30

Hindalco Industries Ltd, the metals flagship of the Aditya Birla Group, on Tuesday announced it will acquire US-based AluChem Companies Inc for $125 million (approximately Rs 1,075 crore) in an all-cash transaction to strengthen its global specialty alumina portfolio.In a regulatory filing, Hindalco said the deal will be executed through its step-down wholly-owned subsidiary, Aditya […]

Economy

Centre approves procurement of summer moong, urad in MP, urad in UP

The Agriculture Ministry has approved the procurement of summer moong and urad from Madhya Pradesh and urad from Uttar Pradesh at minimum support price (MSP). Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a meeting with the agriculture ministers of the two States and approved the procurement under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), according to an official […]