July 6: The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) has achieved a major milestone by linking over 104 crore health records across its digital health ecosystem. The initiative aims to create a unified and secure digital health infrastructure in India, enabling individuals to access and manage their health records seamlessly across healthcare providers. The system is designed to improve continuity of care, reduce duplication of medical records,…
Jharsuguda School Bus Stuck in Mud; Students Rescued Safely
July 6 (UDN):A school bus carrying students got stuck in thick mud in Jharsuguda district after continuous rainfall turned a temporary earthen road into a slippery stretch. The bus became stranded when its wheels sank into the slush while travelling to school. However, all students on board were safely rescued, and no injuries were reported. Locals and authorities quickly responded to the situation and helped…
Cuttack Temple Flooded; Devotees Pray in Knee-Deep Water
July 6 (UDN): Heavy rainfall has caused severe waterlogging at the Swapneswar Mahadev Temple in Cuttack district, with around four feet of water entering the temple premises. Despite the difficult conditions, devotees and priests have continued performing daily rituals and prayers inside the flooded temple complex. Many worshippers were seen standing in water while offering prayers, showing strong devotion even as normal movement inside the temple…
Strong advances growth to drive profitability of Indian banks: Report
New Delhi, July 6: Strong growth in bank advances is likely to remain a key driver of profitability for Indian banks, according to a recent report. The report said expanding credit demand across retail, corporate, and small business segments is supporting overall loan growth in the banking sector. This momentum, combined with relatively stable asset quality and improving operational efficiency, is expected to strengthen earnings…
Tesla launches North India’s first in-mall EV charging facility in Delhi
New Delhi, July 6: Tesla has opened its first in-mall electric vehicle (EV) charging facility in North India at a shopping complex in Delhi, marking a new step in expanding urban charging infrastructure in the region. The facility allows EV users to charge their vehicles while visiting the mall, combining convenience with time-saving accessibility. The charging station is designed to support urban commuters who may…
Nepal’s economy grows 3.51pc in Q3 despite prolonged slowdown: Report
July 6: Nepal’s economy expanded by 3.51% in the third quarter, according to a recent report, even as the country continues to experience a prolonged economic slowdown. The report said the growth was driven by modest improvements in agriculture, services, and domestic trade. However, overall economic activity remained under pressure due to weak investment levels and subdued industrial performance. It added that inflation concerns, limited…
Cooperatives drive inclusive growth in India: Report
New Delhi, July 6: India’s cooperative ecosystem is emerging as a strong pillar of inclusive development, playing a growing role in supporting rural livelihoods and broad-based economic participation, according to a recent report. The report highlighted that cooperative institutions across agriculture, dairy, credit, fisheries, and small-scale enterprises are helping improve access to affordable finance, fair markets, and essential services. This has particularly benefited farmers, rural…
46 Fake Hotel Booking, VIP Darshan Websites Taken Down Ahead of Rath Yatra; Pilgrims Lose INR 10 Lakh to Cyber Fraud
Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): With the annual Rath Yatra set to attract lakhs of devotees to Puri, cybercriminals have stepped up online scams by creating fake hotel booking portals and fraudulent VIP darshan websites to cheat unsuspecting pilgrims. Representational image The Odisha Crime Branch, in coordination with the Puri Police, has identified and taken down around 46 bogus websites that were allegedly being used to…
India’s deal value jumps 127 pc to four-year high in Q2: Report
New Delhi, July 6: India’s deal-making activity recorded a sharp surge in the second quarter, with total deal value rising 127% to a four-year high, according to a recent report. The report attributed the jump to increased mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and strong activity in sectors such as technology, financial services, and infrastructure. Large-value transactions played a key role in pushing overall deal…
BlackRock CEO Flags Power Supply as Key Constraint for AI Expansion
July 6: The Chief Executive Officer of BlackRock has identified reliable power supply as one of the most critical challenges facing the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) globally. He noted that while AI technology is advancing at a fast pace, the increasing scale of data centres and high-performance computing systems is driving unprecedented demand for electricity. This rising energy requirement is placing significant pressure on…