Category: Business
Water bills to rise above inflation in April
[ad_1] Water companies in England and Wales expect an increase of 6%, with an 8.8% rise in Scotland. [ad_2] Source link
Zuckerberg wins on Wall Street after Washington hit
[ad_1] The company’s shares surge as it reports a jump in users, ad sales and profits, despite Washington concerns. [ad_2] Source link
‘Sabse Badi Jaati’: Budget 2024 Highlights How DBT, 3 Modi Govt Schemes Pulled People Out of Poverty
[ad_1] Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted not one, but many schemes focused on providing relief to those below the poverty line or aimed at poverty alleviation. (Image: PTI) Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said at least 25 crore people have risen above multidimensional poverty. In 2013-14, this was 29.2% of the population; almost a decade later
Govt Has Largely Kept Vote On Account As It Should Be, Says FM Nirmala Sitharaman On Interim Budget 2024
[ad_1] Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said the government has largely kept the vote on account as a vote on account, and the Interim Budget 2024-25 has laid out a plan for the sectors that we will focus on in the July Budget. She said India has a better-managed economy with the right intent
Budget 2024: Govt to Launch Housing Scheme for Deserving Middle Class, Says FM Sitharaman
[ad_1] Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2024 in Parliament today, February 1, 2024. (Image: PTI) The government will launch a scheme to help deserving sections of the middle class ‘living in rented houses, or slums, or chawls and unauthorised colonies’ to buy or build their own houses Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on
Budget 2024: MHA Allocations Show Border Surveillance, Cybersecurity, Women’s Safety Focus Areas
[ad_1] The BSF Air Wing, Aircrafts, River Boats, and Helibase scheme received a big boost from Rs 78.19 crore to Rs 263 crore, contributing to the enhancement of border security infrastructure. (Image: PTI/File) The BSF Air Wing, Aircrafts, River Boats and Helibase scheme witnessed a threefold increase in budget allocation, signalling a commitment to enhancing
Delhi Allocated Rs 1,168 Cr In Budget; AAP Govt Alleges ‘Step-motherly’ Treatment By Centre
[ad_1] Last Updated: February 01, 2024, 23:40 IST Delhi Congress chief Arvinder Singh Lovely termed the interim budget disappointing, saying it has ignored issues, such as inflation and unemployment. (Photo: Shutterstock) The transfer to Delhi from the Union home ministry included Rs 1,168 crore under the revenue head and Rs 0.01 crore under the capital
Deutsche Bank to cut 3,500 jobs over next two years
[ad_1] The banking giant is to cut 4% of its global workforce, becoming the latest lender to shed staff. [ad_2] Source link
Budget: Rs 1249 Crore for Salaries of Union Ministers, Entertainment of Guests, Ex-governors
[ad_1] The budget has given Rs 4 crore for hospitality and entertainment expenses (Rs 4 crore in 2023-24). (File Photo: PTI) The prime minister’s office has been allocated Rs 65.30 crore (Rs 62.65 crore in 2023-24) for meeting the administrative expenses The interim budget 2024-25 on Thursday allocated Rs 1,248.91 for the expenses incurred by
Tax Rates Intact, Focus on Infra, Innovation: No ‘Revdis’, Only ‘Viksit Bharat Vision’ in Pre-Poll Interim Budget
[ad_1] Tax policies were left unchanged, major subsidies on food, fertiliser, and fuel were 8% lower and an allocation for the MGNREGA rural employment scheme was held steady in the 2024 interim budget read out in Parliament by union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday ahead of the Lok Sabha elections due by May. The
Jal Shakti Ministry Allocated Rs 98,418 Cr in Interim Budget, Jal Jeevan Mission Gets Maximum Share
[ad_1] The Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin), which was launched in 2014 and comes under the DoDWS, has been allocated Rs 7,192 crore for 2024-25.(Image: PTI) Under this mission, Open Defecation Free (ODF) status has been achieved for rural areas, and it is now being implemented to ensure sustainability of the ODF status and cover all
‘Green & Clean’: Budget Boost to India’s ‘Net Zero’ Ambition; Support for Rooftop Solar, Offshore Wind
[ad_1] More than 10 million households will get 300 units of free electricity per month under the Centre’s flagship rooftop solarisation scheme, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced while presenting the interim budget on Thursday. She highlighted India’s strong intent to build a ‘net zero’ green economy by 2070. The nationwide scheme will incentivise households to
Bank of England split over interest rate decision
[ad_1] Rates are held at 5.25% but some Bank members voted to raise them while one backed a cut. [ad_2] Source link
‘I make less than minimum wage from my post office’
[ad_1] The Post Office was once one of the UK’s most trusted brands, but the Horizon scandal has changed that, when faulty software made it look like money was missing from branches, resulting in hundreds of sub-postmasters and mistresses wrongfully prosecuted. [ad_2] Source link
Labour is the party of business, says Keir Starmer
[ad_1] The Labour leader and shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves are meeting business leaders at an event in London. [ad_2] Source link
Post Office scandal: Alan Bates rejects 'cruel' compensation offer
[ad_1] Former Post Office operator who inspired ITV drama says sum is about a sixth of what he requested. [ad_2] Source link
Tesla: Elon Musk moves to shift firm's legal home to Texas
[ad_1] The multi-billionaire says the electric car maker will move immediately to hold a shareholder vote on the matter. [ad_2] Source link
Shell reports lower profits as energy prices cool
[ad_1] The oil giant was expected to report lower profits for last year after record earnings in 2022. [ad_2] Source link
In Last 10 Years, 25 Cr People Freed from Multi-dimensional Poverty: FM
[ad_1] Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presenting the Interim Budget in the Parliament. (Image: X/@ANI) There is transparency and assurance that benefits are transferred to all eligible citizens, Sitharaman said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said 25 crore people got freedom from multi-dimensional poverty in the last 10 years. Earlier approach of tackling poverty through
eBay to pay $59m settlement over sales of pill-making tools
[ad_1] “Counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl are a significant contributor to the deadly overdose epidemic,” said Associate Attorney General Vanita Gupta, warning that the department “is committed to using all available enforcement measures” to ensure companies selling pill-making equipment follow the law. [ad_2] Source link
Adidas says it plans to sell remaining Yeezy sneakers
[ad_1] The sportswear giant cut ties with Kanye West in 2022 after he made a series of antisemitic comments. [ad_2] Source link
Jeremy Hunt: Less scope for tax cuts in Budget
[ad_1] Pressed over whether this would disappoint some Conservative MPs, who have been calling for big tax cuts ahead of an expected general election this year, Mr Hunt said: “It is not Conservative to cut taxes by increasing borrowing because all you’re doing is cutting the taxes paid by people today in exchange for increasing
Bank of England expected to hold rates at 5.25%
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The legal scammer who cost vulnerable clients thousands
[ad_1] Non-existent court hearings, disappearing documents – BBC uncovers the man at the heart of a legal scam. [ad_2] Source link
Spotify's content filter fails to block explicit lyrics in dozens of hits
[ad_1] Fans are shown swear words and racial slurs in dozens of songs even when explicit content is blocked. [ad_2] Source link
Budget 2024: A Look At Journey Of Budget Papers From Briefcase, Bahi Khata To Tablet
[ad_1] Budget 2024: A look at how budget briefcase has evolved [ad_2] Source link
Govt Appoints 4 Members Of 16th Finance Commission
[ad_1] The central government has appointed Arvind Panagariya as the chairman of 16th Finance Commission. (Photo: News18) The commission, chaired by former vice chairman of Niti Aayog Arvind Panagariya, will have 4 members The government has appointed former expenditure secretary Ajay Narayan Jha and SBI Group Chief Economic Advisor Soumya Kanti Ghosh, and two other
Gold Price Stable Today In India: Check 24 Carat Rate In Your City On January 31
[ad_1] Gold Rate Today In India: On January 31, 2024, diverse price shifts in gold were documented across various cities in India. The consistent rate for 10 grams maintained a level of approximately Rs 63,000. To delve into the details, the average price for 10 grams of 24-carat gold registered at Rs 63,270, while the
IPO Update: Park Hotels Fixes Price Band At Rs 147-155
[ad_1] Investors can subscribe to the IPO in lots of 96 equity shares and multiples thereof. The floor price of Rs 147 reflects 53.45 times the price-to-earnings ratio based on diluted EPS (earnings per share) for the fiscal year 2023. Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels on Wednesday said it has set a price band between Rs
Fed holds interest rates at a 23-year high
[ad_1] The bank says it wants confidence about inflation cooling before it starts cutting rates. [ad_2] Source link