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Business Standard 

Govt taking initiatives to expand UPI's global reach: MoS Chaudhary in RS

Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary on Tuesday said the government and RBI have been taking various initiatives for expanding the global reach of UPI, which is currently available in seven nations. RBI's Payments Vision Document 2025 has also outlined expanding the global outreach of UPI and RuPay cards as one of the key objectives under the internationalisation pillar, he said in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha. "The government along with RBI has been taking various initiatives from... Читать дальше...

Business Standard 

AFSPA removed from most parts of Northeast, except few districts: Govt

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, which gives sweeping powers to the armed forces operating in disturbed areas to search, arrest and open fire if they deem it necessary, has been removed from most parts of the northeast, except a few districts and some police station areas, Parliament was informed on Tuesday. In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai said there has been a considerable reduction in the number of "disturbed areas" under... Читать дальше...

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Saudi Aramco quarterly profit dips to $29 billion as output stays low

Saudi oil giant Aramco on Tuesday reported net profit of $29.07 billion in the second quarter, a slight drop from the same period last year as output remained subdued. But the cash cow saw its profits drop by a quarter last year because of lower oil prices and production cuts, and profits in the first quarter of this year were down 14.5 percent.

Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports) 

Tia Gandwani joins the cast of the highly anticipated supernatural show ‘Shamshaan Champa’

The much-anticipated show Shamshaan Champa premiered on August 20, 2024, featuring an intriguing mix of supernatural elements and romance. Tia Gandwani played Urvashi, a protective mother. Indrajeet portrayed Dhruv, a layered character dealing with addiction. The show promised drama, suspense, and emotional moments, making it a must-watch for audiences.

France24.com (en) 

Kamala Harris picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as running mate, US media report

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris chose Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her vice-presidential running mate on Tuesday, according to US media. Walz, a former US Army National Guard veteran and teacher, brings a blend of progressive policy achievements and Midwestern appeal to the Harris-Walz ticket, as they prepare to challenge Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance in the upcoming election.

Cyprus Mail 

New Zealand scraps clean, green policies to boost economy

By Lucy Craymer New Zealand’s green credentials are at risk as the government rolls back environmental reforms in a bid to boost a flailing economy and fulfil promises made to its voters. Since taking power last year, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s centre-right coalition announced it will reverse a ban on oil and gas exploration, push the […]

TheDiplomat.com 

China’s EV Overcapacity Is Inevitable

China’s local governments have a strong interest in ensuring the survival and success of local car factories – regardless of market conditions.