Home Ministry Orders Standard Protocols for Large Crowd Events
The Union Home Ministry has instructed DGPs to establish clear responsibilities for event organizers and maintain detailed records to prevent tragedies at mega gatherings.
The Union Home Ministry has instructed DGPs to establish clear responsibilities for event organizers and maintain detailed records to prevent tragedies at mega gatherings.
Standard Chartered Bank unveils its priority banking suite in Mumbai, targeting affluent customers with wealth expertise, international banking, and lifestyle benefits.
Standard Chartered Bank has launched a refreshed Priority Banking proposition in India, featuring enhanced digital tools and personalized services for high-net-worth clients.
ICAI introduces a mandatory digital E-Diary for CA students starting practical training from Jan 1, 2026. This platform digitizes attendance, tasks, and stipend records for standardized, transparent skill mapping.
India establishes its National Environmental Standard Laboratory (NESL) at CSIR-NPL to certify air pollution monitoring equipment for local conditions, boosting environmental governance and reducing foreign dependence. Read more.
UPESSC decides to digitise all records and frame SOPs for recruitment. The move aims to boost transparency, efficiency, and prevent technical glitches in exams. Read more.
India establishes its own National Environmental Standard Laboratory in Delhi to certify air monitoring gear for local conditions, cutting import reliance and aiming for a share in the $4 billion global market.
India's Tea Board will implement a strict SOP within two weeks to stop inferior, cheap tea from Nepal, safeguarding Darjeeling's industry. A ₹1,500 crore scheme is also announced. Read more.
ICAI defers Phase IV of Peer Review Mandate to Dec 31, 2026, offering relief to CA firms. Learn what this means for firms auditing PSU banks & multi-partner units. Plan your compliance now!
Punjab Police SIT arrests prime accused CA Satinder Singh Kohli in the high-profile case of 328 missing sacred saroops. AAP hails it as a major breakthrough after years of Sikh community protests.
At Pune convocation, 1,400 new Chartered Accountants were urged to blend financial expertise with tech like AI to stay globally competitive and aid India's economic growth. Read more.
ICAI welcomes 17,800 new Chartered Accountants in a nationwide convocation. Discover the region-wise breakdown and the evolving role of CAs in India's digital economy. Read more.
Howrah police arrest CA Souvik Pakui for defrauding people of over Rs 80 lakh with fake job promises. He used a blue beacon car with a forged finance department stamp to gain trust. Details inside.
Bageshwar Dham's Dhirendra Shastri addresses the chartered flight row, asserting his rights as an Indian citizen. Get the full story on his response and the political reactions.
India introduces its first testing standard for electric agricultural tractors, aiming to boost safety, reduce emissions, and cut farm operating costs. Learn how this move accelerates clean farm mechanisation.
Bureau of Indian Standards releases IS 17304:2024, the first national standard for electric agricultural tractors, boosting green farming and domestic manufacturing. Learn about the new safety and performance benchmarks.
New York Democrat Alex Bores proposes using cryptographic standards like C2PA to verify media authenticity, drawing parallels to secure online banking. Learn how this tech can combat AI misinformation.
ICAI shifts CA Intermediate Group II Paper 5 exam from Jan 15 to Jan 19, 2026, due to Maharashtra municipal elections. All other dates unchanged. Read official notice details.
India establishes its first national standard for bomb disposal systems, IS 19445:2025, to enhance security infrastructure. Developed for the Home Ministry, it marks a critical step in standardizing counter-terror and explosive response.
India introduces a new BIS standard for agarbatti to ensure safety, quality, and sustainability. The move aims to protect consumers and boost exports for the ₹8,000 crore industry. Read more.
India introduces a new BIS standard for incense sticks, banning harmful chemicals to ensure safety and quality. This move aims to protect health and boost exports. Read more.
Maulana Fazlur Rehman accuses Pakistan's military of hypocrisy in its cross-border strike policy, contrasting actions in Afghanistan with protests against India. Read the full analysis.
A windstorm in Colorado knocked out power at a key US lab, causing the nation's official time to lag by 4.8 microseconds. Discover how extreme weather can disrupt our hyper-precise atomic clocks.
The Bureau of Indian Standards introduces IS 18000 to standardise hospital bills, aiming to eliminate hidden charges and improve transparency for patients across India.
The 2025 Winter Solstice occurs today, Dec 21, at 8:33 PM IST, marking the shortest day in the Northern Hemisphere. Discover its astronomical meaning and cultural significance. Read more!
Ahmedabad crime branch arrests CA Akash Soni & ex-banker Manoj Ramawat for creating 54+ fake firms & accounts used in cyber fraud. Raid uncovers crucial evidence. Read the full investigation details.
Bitcoin's sharp fall from its October peak has prompted major banks like Citi and Standard Chartered to slash their 2026 price targets. Even crypto bulls are turning cautious. What does this mean for investors?
A groom's wedding day was saved after he booked a chartered flight following a last-minute IndiGo cancellation. The emotional video of the bride's tears turning to joy has gone viral on Instagram.
UPPRPB announces Document Verification & Physical Standard Test dates for UP Police SI recruitment 2023. DV/PST from Jan 5, 2026. Check official website for updates.
Odisha EOW arrests a chartered accountant and his wife from Noida for a massive Rs 20 crore fraud. Investors lured with promises of doubling money in 30 months. Read the full investigation details.