Pune, June 19: Before the city had fully woken up, a convoy of Spinny customers was already making its way towards Lavasa. Coffee cups were being traded for car keys, playlists were being queued up, and a familiar Pune weekend ritual was about to begin. Few routes are as closely associated with a Sunday drive as Lavasa. With its winding ghats, sweeping views, and stretches of road that seem made for long…
InfoComm 2026: PPDSredefines digital display design with UltraSlimPhilips Signage 7000 Series unveiling in Las Vegas
Half the depth, double the possibilities:At 60 per cent slimmer than comparable models in PPDS’ Philips Signage portfolio, the new, sleek and stylish Philips Signage 7000 Series opens exciting new installation opportunities to partners and customers, packaging 4K UHD visual performance and AI ready processing power with a slender and stylish presentation for almost any setting. InfoComm, Amsterdam, June 18: PPDS, the exclusive global provider…
Cement Industry Set for Record Capacity Expansion; Utilisation Seen at 70–71 pc
New Delhi, June 19: India’s cement sector is expected to witness record capacity additions in the coming period, which is likely to keep industry utilisation levels stable in the range of 70–71 per cent, according to a recent industry report. The report highlights that while cement demand continues to remain strong, supported by sustained infrastructure development, housing growth, and government-led capital expenditure, the simultaneous addition…
Jobs With High Exposure to Low-Level Explosions Associated With Increased Risk of Anger and Aggression
Careers that tend to expose people to repeated low-level shockwaves are associated with a slightly higher risk of clinically documented anger, aggression, and violence, new research from University of Utah Health has found. The study used AI to compare health records from 10,000 veterans and found that those who had served in roles with higher risk of blast exposure were more likely to have raised…
Bharat Buildcon 2026 Inaugurated to Boost Construction Sector
New Delhi, June 19: The government on Thursday inaugurated Bharat Buildcon 2026, a major industry platform aimed at deepening engagement and collaboration among builders, developers, and key stakeholders in the construction and infrastructure sector. The initiative seeks to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and technical experts to exchange ideas, explore new technologies, and promote best practices in construction and urban development. Officials said the platform…
Strong Growth in Direct Taxes: Up 14.6 pc to INR 5.21 Lakh Crore
New Delhi, June 19: India’s net direct tax collections have registered a robust growth of 14.6 per cent, reaching ₹5.21 lakh crore in the current financial period, signaling sustained economic momentum and improved compliance across taxpayer segments. The rise in collections has been supported by healthy advance tax inflows, steady corporate tax payments, and continued growth in personal income tax contributions. Officials said the performance…
Gujarat Approves INR 1,567 Crore Industrial Incentives to Boost Manufacturing and Jobs
Gandhinagar, June 19: In a significant push to industrial growth, the Gujarat government has cleared incentive support worth ₹1,567 crore for projects in the chemical, automobile, and textile sectors, aiming to strengthen manufacturing capacity, attract investment, and generate employment across the state. The approved incentives are expected to speed up project execution and encourage new investments across key industrial clusters. Officials said the move reflects…
Government Approves Major Pulses & Oilseeds Procurement Drive Across 4 States; Uttar Pradesh Leads Beneficiary List
Pic Credit: Pexel New Delhi, June 19, 2026: In a significant boost to India’s agricultural support framework, large-scale procurement of pulses and oilseeds has been approved across four states, with Uttar Pradesh emerging as the biggest beneficiary under the programme. The initiative is aimed at strengthening minimum price support mechanisms, ensuring assured market access for farmers, and reducing price volatility in key agricultural commodities. By…
Sensex, Nifty Start Lower as IT Stocks Weigh on Market Sentiment
Mumbai, June 19: Indian equity markets opened lower on Friday, with benchmark indices coming under pressure amid a sharp decline in information technology (IT) stocks. Investor sentiment weakened following cautious guidance from global technology services firm Accenture, raising concerns over the near-term growth outlook for the IT sector. The BSE Sensex opened over 500 points lower at 76,852.86, while the NSE Nifty slipped more than…
SandboxAQ Signs Definitive Agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce for Dollar 500 Million CHIPS R&D Award
Palo Alto, CA , June 19 : SandboxAQ announced a definitive agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s CHIPS Research and Development Office for a $500 million award to address one of the most urgent challenges in American manufacturing: the foreign control of critical materials and chemistries that are essential to semiconductor manufacturing. The award provides funding to develop novel molecules and formulations for semiconductor…