Centre’s Rs 37,500 crore coal gasification scheme draws 7 first-round applications

Seven applications were submitted for the government’s coal gasification promotion scheme. Adani Enterprises submitted three separate applications for urea projects. The scheme aims to convert coal into higher-value products and reduce import dependence. The government targets 100 million tonnes of coal gasification capacity by 2030. The second round of applications opens soon with more expected…

Gold looks expensive at current levels, silver still undervalued: Monarch PMS

Currently, silver is priced lower than its typical value, presenting an appealing investment alternative to gold. With gold’s modelled range set between US$3,248 and US$4,595, averaging at US$3,922, silver’s modelled range is between US$54 to US$77, averaging at US$65. Priced at US$61.7, silver falls below its expected midpoint, highlighting its position as the more affordable…

S&P assigns Bank of India ‘BBB’ rating on capital, funding strength

S&P Global Ratings assigned a BBB long-term rating to Bank of India. This rating reflects sufficient capitalisation, solid funding, and healthy liquidity for the bank. The agency noted the likelihood of extraordinary government support if needed for the state-run bank. Bank of India’s role in financial inclusion and strong government links underpin its creditworthiness. Profitability…

Lightning struck an 1890 Georgia mansion; its owners drove away unaware the turret was burning until passersby spotted flames, and firefighters kept the main floor undamaged

A dramatic lightning strike set the turret of a historic mansion in Georgia ablaze on Saturday night. Firefighters successfully contained the fire to the upper exterior, limiting its impact. The steeple and balcony suffered considerable damage, but thankfully, the business within the mansion emerged largely unscathed. Exterior repairs are scheduled as operations at the store…

How WhatsApp messages and calls led investigators to former USCIS official in alleged $960,000 American citizenship bribery scam

A former USCIS official and an accomplice face federal charges for a bribery scheme. They allegedly accepted nearly $960,000 to manipulate immigration applications. Investigators used thousands of WhatsApp messages and calls to trace the alleged scam. The scheme involved bypassing standard procedures and speeding up citizenship cases. This alleged operation spanned over six years, from…