Myntra has launched a new feature called M-Now, which enables customers to receive fashion, beauty, accessories, and home products within 30 minutes of ordering. This quick commerce initiative is available across a selection of 10,000 styles and is expected to expand to over 1 lakh styles within the next few months. The service is currently available in Bengaluru, with plans to extend it to other cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Pune. M-Now aims to enhance the shopping experience by a

The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded senior bureaucrats in Delhi, including the Chief Secretary, for the delayed payment of dues to construction workers impacted by the city's construction ban aimed at reducing pollution. The court had ordered that workers should be compensated during the ban, which was imposed on November 18, but only partial payment had been made. The government had promised ₹8,000 to over 90,000 workers, but many had only received ₹2,000 as an immediate relie

Sri Lanka has committed to completing its foreign debt restructuring by the end of December 2023, aiming to address its $46 billion external debt. After defaulting on debt in April 2022, the country has been working on rebuilding its finances with help from an IMF bailout. Deputy Minister Anil Jayantha Fernando confirmed that debt restructuring, which has been delayed for over two years, is critical for the country's economic recovery. The restructuring includes international sovereign bo

During the 15th VTB Russia Calling Investment Forum, President Vladimir Putin praised India’s economic progress under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, particularly the "Make in India" initiative. Putin emphasized how this initiative has helped strengthen India’s manufacturing sector and attracted foreign investments, which have significantly contributed to India’s growing global economic position. He drew parallels between India's Make in India

France's government collapsed on Wednesday after lawmakers from both left and right wings successfully passed a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Michel Barnier, throwing the country into deeper political chaos. Barnier, who had served for just under three months, will now be required to resign and tender his resignation to President Emmanuel Macron. The collapse marks the shortest tenure of any Prime Minister in France's Fifth Republic. The no-confidence motion wa

Public health officials in California have announced a voluntary recall of all raw milk and cream products from Raw Farm, LLC after bird flu was detected in the dairy's raw milk. The recall affects all Raw Farm raw milk and cream currently available on retail shelves statewide. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued the recall after samples from the Fresno-based dairy tested positive for bird flu on November 21. This broader recall follows earlier, limited reca

Axis Securities Ltd has entered into a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) agreeing to pay a sum of Rs. 14.62 lakh to resolve charges of front-running activities. SEBI's investigation uncovered that Vikrant Bhimrao Kadam, a dealer at Axis Securities, colluded with his associate Mandar Ulhas Bhatkar to execute trades ahead of orders from SVI Consolidated Pvt Ltd, their major client. These trades were made in both the equity and derivatives segments of the Nati

In a major move, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared a statewide ban on the serving and consumption of beef in restaurants, hotels, and public spaces. The decision was made following a state cabinet meeting, which included an amendment to the existing laws surrounding beef consumption. Although the consumption of beef itself is not illegal in Assam, the Assam Cattle Preservation Act of 2021 already regulates cattle transportation, slaughter, and the sale of beef in the state. Un

The Bombay High Court recently condemned the rising number of frivolous petitions filed to stall redevelopment projects, calling it the "cheapest method" to delay legitimate work. In this case, a 67-year-old tenant, Khimjibhai Patadia, filed a petition claiming tenancy rights to resist eviction from the 83-year-old Bubna bungalow in Kandivali, Mumbai. The property was set for redevelopment, with all other tenants already vacating. Patadia's claims were rejected by the court, whi

India's practice sessions for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test series against Australia have been closed to fans after a disruptive event during the team’s training in Adelaide. Fans, who were initially allowed to watch the training, became a source of distraction with rude comments directed at the players. The situation worsened during India’s session, where over 3000 fans gathered, overwhelming the practice facility. This caused a chaotic environment with players like

Bharti Airtel Ltd. has emerged as the leader in India’s telecom sector, gaining market share over the past 12 months following tariff hikes implemented earlier. According to the latest data from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), the country’s mobile sector saw a 14% year-on-year revenue growth, totaling Rs 2.69 lakh crore. During this period, Bharti Airtel reported the highest revenue growth of 19%, while Vodafone Idea Ltd. and Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd.

Devendra Fadnavis is poised to begin his third term as Maharashtra's Chief Minister, with an oath-taking ceremony scheduled for tomorrow at Azad Maidan in Mumbai. This follows a period of suspense over the leadership of the newly-formed BJP-led Mahayuti government, which secured a sweeping victory in the recent state elections. Today, the BJP core committee officially finalized Fadnavis as its choice for Chief Minister, bringing an end to the uncertainty surrounding the post. Hi

Donald Trump has said he would place very high taxes (100% tariffs) on goods coming from countries in the BRICS group if they try to replace the U.S. dollar in global trade. BRICS includes countries like Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, along with newer members like Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the UAE. Why is this happening? Some BRICS countries have been discussing the idea of creating their own currency to us

On Monday, the Biden administration informed Congress about its decision to approve the sale of MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopters and related equipment to India, valued at approximately $1.17 billion. This move is aimed at boosting India’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities, enabling the country to better deter current and future security threats. The sale includes advanced systems such as Multifunctional Information Distribution System-Joint Tactical Radio Systems (MIDS-JTRS), infrared

In Mumbai, tensions remain high as the BJP and Shiv Sena navigate the selection of the next Maharashtra Chief Minister. Senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis met with outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde amidst ongoing discussions about leadership following the recent state elections. Fadnavis, widely regarded as a top contender for the position, is expected to be appointed as Chief Minister after BJP MLAs meet to choose their legislature party leader. However, the issue lies in conv

Junaid Ahmed Bhat, a senior commander of the militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), was killed by security forces in a gunfight in the Dachigam hills near Srinagar. The encounter began on Monday night when the Jammu and Kashmir Police's Special Operations Group (SOG) and the Indian Army launched a cordon-and-search operation (CASO) in the Dachigam-Tral area. This was prompted by intelligence reports indicating the presence of a group of militants in the region. During the ongoing

During a meeting at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, President-elect Trump reportedly joked with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau about making Canada the 51st state of the United States. The two leaders were discussing serious issues, including trade imbalances and border security, which had become a focal point for the incoming administration. Trump had previously threatened to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian goods if Canada did not address issues like illegal immigra

Gujarat opener Urvil Patel has made history by smashing his second T20 century in just six days, achieving the feat in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy against Uttarakhand at the Emerald High School Ground. Patel reached his hundred in just 36 balls, leading Gujarat to an easy eight-wicket win in 13.1 overs. His 115* off 41 balls, which included eight fours and 11 sixes, propelled Gujarat to chase down 183 with 41 balls to spare. This remarkable feat comes just a week after Patel scored

Corporate governance advisory firms are urging shareholders to vote against the proposed reappointment of Gautam Singhania as the executive chairperson of Raymond Lifestyle Ltd., due to concerns regarding his remuneration package, unclear governance practices, and ongoing personal controversies. Singhania, who is currently the chairperson and managing director of Raymond Ltd., has sought a five-year term as the executive chairperson of Raymond Lifestyle starting from September 1, 2024. His pr

The National Pension Scheme (NPS) Vatsalya, launched on September 18, 2023, has seen a positive response from Indian parents looking to invest in their children's future. As of November 17, 2023, the scheme has attracted 66,495 subscribers, with Maharashtra leading the pack with 9,219 accounts. Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka follow closely with over 6,500 subscribers each. In total, 18 states have seen over 1,000 accounts opened, demonstrating the scheme’s growing appeal. Th