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21

Aug

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Market Opening Bell: Sensex surges 362 points, Nifty above 24,100, insurance stocks in action

Sensex, Nifty Today: Gift Nifty, an early indicator for the Nifty 50, indicated a flat start as it opened with a minor gain of 4.5 points at 25,084.50, compared to the previous close of 25,080. Mumbai:  A day after opening with a strong gap-up, the Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, began the day flat on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, amid weak global cues. The 30-share BSE Sensex gained 362.62 points to start the session at 82,220.46; the Nifty added 91.45 points to open at 25,142. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 81,857.84 and…

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20

Aug

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This realty stock gains as promoters increase stake – Check full details here

The counter started today's session at Rs 159 on the BSE against the previous close of Rs 158.35. The counter gained further to touch the high of Rs 162.30, representing a gain of 2.49 per cent. Mumbai: Shares of Man Infraconstruction gained over 2 per cent on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, amid a promoter increasing stake in the company. According to the information available on the exchanges, promoter and director Parag K Shah acquired 1,00,000 shares of the company for Rs 1,59,49,000 through market purchase on August 18. Later, on August 19, 2025, he acquired another 3,61,959 shares worth Rs…

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20

Aug

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NMRC’s new metro plan to make travel from Botanical Garden to Greater Noida seamless – Details here

According to the officials, the consultant will be tasked with surveying the civil design, cost, electrical mechanical and track work of all three routes. Noida: In what comes as significant developments for residents in Noida, the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) is slated to run metro from Noida-Greater Noida West, Bodaki and Sector-142 to Sector-38A Botanical Garden. In this regard, the NMRC has issued a tender to select a detailed design consultant. Bodaki Route Approved  Currently, only the Bodaki route has received approval from the Centre. A meeting has already been held at the Central Government level regarding the metro…

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20

Aug

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Railways announces over 12,000 special train services for Bihar during Diwali and Chhath Puja

Bihar special trains: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said a Buddha Circuit Train will soon run from Vaishali, connecting heritage sites like Nalanda, Rajgir, Gaya, Hajipur and Patliputra, aimed at boosting Buddhist tourism. New Delhi: In a significant move to improve festive travel, the Ministry of Railways has announced that over 12,000 train services will be operated for Bihar during Diwali and Chhath Puja this year. The decision aims to ease passenger movement during the festive rush, when demand for tickets soars. Major boost in festive rail connectivity Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed that a special Buddha Circuit Train will…

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20

Aug

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Good news for train commuters: Passenger Reservation System can now book 25,000 tickets per minute

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the capacity enhancement and technological upgradation is an ongoing process of Indian Railways. Presently, the booking capacity of the current PRS is about 25,000 tickets per minute, he added. New Delhi: Here comes a big update for the regular train commuters. The Indian Railways has undertaken a complete upgradation of the Passenger Reservation System, which at present can book 25,000 tickets per minute, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated in Lok Sabha on Wednesday. Vaishnaw says technological upgradation is an ongoing process In a written reply to a question on the steps taken by…

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20

Aug

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Mumbai to get 268 AC local trains as govt approves Rs 24,000 crore project – Full details here

Under phases 3 and 3A of the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP), the Maharashtra government has approved the procurement of 268 fully air-conditioned local train coaches. Mumbai: The suburban railway system of Mumbai, which operates Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) local trains, is known as the lifeline of the city. They are now set for a significant upgrade as the Maharashtra government has approved the procurement of 268 fully air-conditioned local train coaches. This upgrade is being implemented in phases 3 and 3A of the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP). According to reports, these local trains will feature metro-style automatic doors…

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20

Aug

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After 14 years in limbo, Amrapali delivers: 1,600 families in Greater Noida may get homes this Diwali

According to the report, NBCC is preparing to apply for an Occupancy Certificate for approximately 2,000 more flats. After this, they will apply for OC of the remaining flats. Greater Noida: In a significant development for home buyers in the Amrapali Verona Heights project located in Greater Noida West, they are likely to get their homes before Diwali. After waiting for a period of almost 14 years, the buyers are finally going to get possession of their flats. The preparations for handing over the flats are underway as National Buildings Construction Corporation Limited (NBCC) has received an Occupancy Certificate (OC)…

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20

Aug

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Next generation GST reforms aimed at making India Aatmanirbhar, FM Sitharaman tells GoM

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s address to the Group of Ministers (GoMs) was for about 20 minutes, during which she elaborated on the Centre’s proposal. New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday presented comprehensive reforms in the GST system to a Group of Ministers (GoMs) from states. She said that the government's plans for sweeping reforms in the GST regime involve slashing tax rates and easing the compliance burden for businesses. There are currently four slabs of GST: 5, 12, 18, and 28 per cent. While essential items and food are either at nil or 5 per cent rate, luxury…

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20

Aug

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Delhi’s IGI joins elite 100-million club, check list of other such airports

According to an official report, India now has 162 operational airports, including heliports and water aerodromes, while in 2014 their number was only 74. New Delhi: Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport has entered the list of international airports with a passenger capacity of over 10 crore or 100 million. The current annual passenger capacity of Delhi Airport is 10.9 crore or 109 million. According to data from the Official Airline Guide and airport operators, there are only six airports worldwide whose annual passenger capacity exceeds 10 crore. The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in the national capital is operated by…

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Aug

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HAL Dividend Alert: PSU stock to trade ex-date on August 21 – Check dividend amount and other details

HAL Dividend 2025: The company has set August 21, 2025, as the record date to determine the eligibility of shareholders for this corporate action. Mumbai: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a state-owned aerospace and defence company headquartered in Bangalore, has announced a final dividend for its shareholders. To be eligible for this dividend, investors must have HAL shares in their account before the record date and ex-date. The company has set August 21, 2025, as the record date to determine the eligibility of shareholders for this corporate action. In other words, today is the last chance to buy the shares of…

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