Fintech Companies Face Government Action Over Unauthorised PAN Card Access

India has ordered fintech companies to stop using PAN cards without permission to create customer profiles or access personal information. This move, led by the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), comes in response to growing concerns over the misuse of PAN data and follows the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. The goal is to protect citizens' data and ensure that companies get proper consent before using personal details.

By Vishal Kumar

Andhra Pradesh Adopts Netherlands’ Gravity Canal System for Flood Control

Andhra Pradesh’s capital city, Amaravati, is adopting the Netherlands' gravity canal system for flood control. The initiative, announced by the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA), aims to prevent flooding by constructing gravity canal reservoirs. This project is part of a larger infrastructure upgrade, with the World Bank contributing Rs 15,000 crore, contingent on effective flood prevention measures. The CRDA is also inviting fresh tenders for various development projects.

By Vishal Kumar

20 Year Old Drunk Driver in Bengaluru Hit Woman with Mercedes, Arrested While Fleeing

A 20-year-old man named Dhanush, driving a Mercedes Benz while drunk, hit and killed 30-year-old Sandhya in Kengeri, Bengaluru. Dhanush lost control of the car and tried to run away, but bystanders caught him. He was arrested and charged with culpable homicide. The accident happened after Dhanush had been drinking with a friend and lost control while driving.

By Vishal Kumar

S Jaishankar Slams Pro-Khalistan Attack on Hindu Temple in Canada

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed concern over a pro-Khalistan attack on a Hindu temple in Brampton, Ontario, calling it "deeply concerning." The incident involved clashes between protesters and temple-goers, leading to multiple arrests. Both Indian and Canadian leaders condemned the violence, with India urging Canada to protect places of worship and prosecute the perpetrators.

By Vishal Kumar

Afcons Infrastructure Shares Surge After 8% Discounted Listing

Afcons Infrastructure's shares started off at an 8% discount but later climbed to an intra-day high of ₹477.50. The company has a big order book worth ₹45,000 crore, and it's expecting to see revenue growth pick up after a quiet fiscal year. They recently landed contracts, including the Bhopal Metro's Blue Line, and are aiming for a 15% growth rate over the next three years.

By Vishal Kumar

TTD Chairman: ‘Waqf Board is a Real Estate Company’

Bollineni Rajgopal Naidu, the new Chairman of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, pushed back against Asaduddin Owaisi for comparing the temple board to the waqf board. Naidu emphasized the plan to hire only Hindus at the temple, addressed concerns about the quality of offerings, and showed support for a Sanatana Dharma Board while rejecting false information about the TTD.

By Vishal Kumar

Kuku FM’s Revenue Increased 114% to INR 104 cr

Kuku FM, a platform for audio in local languages, saw its revenue soar by 114%, reaching INR 104.1 Cr for the financial year 2024. Although total spending went up by 21% to INR 200 Cr, losses fell to INR 96 Cr. The platform has over 25 million paying users and offers a wide range of audio content.

By Vishal Kumar

Apollo Hospitals Targets 3,500 New Beds by FY26

Apollo Hospitals is set to invest ₹6,100 crore to add more than 3,500 beds in 11 locations by FY26. This plan includes a new 500-bed hospital in Worli, Mumbai, and an expansion in Lucknow. The goal is to improve healthcare access and quality in India.

By Vishal Kumar

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