Day: August 6, 2026

Dentsply Sirona Q2 2026 slides: revenue falls but cash surges

Cryoport Q2 2026 slides: first EBITDA profit, CGT revenue surges

Navient Q2 2026 slides: earnings jump 45% on strong loan growth

Dentsply Sirona Q2 2026 slides: revenue beats but shares fall 6.8%

Chief minister Lalduhoma from Mizoram held a pivotal meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday, where Shah confirmed that amendments to the FCRA will not have a retroactive effect. Church representatives were also part of the discussion, emphasizing the need for suggestions to safeguard the FCRA. A vital debate on the proposed bill is…

Despite the tightening of regulations, foreign contributions to NGOs have surged. Recently, however, there has been a notable decline in the number of registered NGOs, now totaling merely 14,500 compared to several lakh in the past. The government emphasizes that the amendments focus on specific foreign-funded channels, aiming to enhance oversight without hindering the broader…

In a significant phone discussion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu evaluated the progress made in their strategic partnership and bilateral engagements. They also addressed current developments in West Asia, amidst Israel’s increasing international scrutiny due to its military actions. This exchange highlights their continued efforts to bolster cooperation and deepen…

Rahul Gandhi briefed opposition parties on discussions regarding the delimitation bill. The opposition maintains its stand on women’s reservation within the current Lok Sabha strength. Discussions also covered the FCRA bill, with concerns raised about its impact on minorities. Some members noted potential government removal of retrospective effect clauses. Parliamentary functioning remains contingent on government…

The government is against extending the creamy layer to SC and ST reservation benefits, emphasizing that the challenges these communities face are rooted in more than economic issues. Reservation serves to right historical wrongs and ensure equitable access. The Supreme Court has permitted states to categorize castes within SC groups, but only Parliament holds the…

The Supreme Court has officially closed the chapter on the Bofors payoff case by dismissing an appeal that challenged the Delhi High Court’s 2005 ruling, which had previously annulled criminal proceedings against the Hinduja brothers. Advocate Ajay K Agrawal filed the appeal, but the court decided against allowing more time for arguments, finalizing the legal…