Indian Railways has upgraded over 23,000 track kilometers to support train speeds of 130 kmph, enhancing connectivity and reducing travel times. They have also improved 54,337 kilometers for speeds up to 110 kmph.
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Samsung Electronics is preparing to enhance AI functionalities with its new Galaxy S25 series smartphones, launched recently. The company aims to reclaim market share in India, establishing significant R&D and manufacturing hubs. The expansion includes penetrating smaller towns, focusing on AI integration in various sectors and data security improvements, and enhancing their televisions and home appliances business.
In 2025, HR will be shaped by hybrid work models, mental health focus, DEI advancements, and AI integration. Demand for specialized talent and rising CXO salaries will be notable trends, with green energy and AI-driven sectors leading in compensation. Skill development remains crucial for workforce competitiveness.
The BJP-led Delhi government, under chief minister Rekha Gupta, is developing a new excise policy designed to boost revenue while ensuring transparency and avoiding societal issues. Drawing inspiration from successful excise policies in other states, the forthcoming policy aims to be "foolproof." This initiative follows the scrapping of the previous AAP government's excise policy due to corruption allegations.
There are two types of capital gains: long-term and short-term. Indexation helps reduce taxable gains by adjusting for inflation. Long-term capital losses can only be set off against similar gains, while short-term losses can be set off against any asset gains. Losses can be carried forward for eight years, but timely income tax return filing is essential.
Bengaluru's office rentals have surged by 26% in five years, reaching Rs 93 per square foot in 2024. Key cities like Hyderabad and Chennai also saw significant increases, driven by expanding IT infrastructure and skilled workforce, while Delhi-NCR recorded the slowest growth among the seven major property markets.
The Centre has named 20 priority countries and 6 focus sectors to enhance exports, with a strategy meeting held with Indian Mission officials to boost trade. Additionally, over 5,000 startups have closed, but the overall startup ecosystem continues to grow with the recognition of over 1,57,000 startups.
Tata Group plans to create over 500,000 manufacturing jobs in the next five years through investments in factories and projects producing batteries, semiconductors, electric vehicles, and more. New plants are being constructed in various Indian states, boosting employment and highlighting significant opportunities in AI and the manufacturing sector.
Wall Street concluded lower on Tuesday due to continued uncertainty over US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. Market swings were driven by these uncertainties, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all seeing declines. Despite the downturn, major tech stocks like Tesla and Nvidia showed some resilience. Investors remain concerned about potential economic slowdown and market correction.
Sebi has rejected Digvijay Gaekwad's application to make a competing offer for Religare Enterprises, citing insufficient proof of financial resources and non-compliance with a Supreme Court order. This clears the path for the Burmans, who are the largest shareholders, to gain control of the company.