NITI Aayog proposes regulatory reforms to boost India’s professional services exports

Regulatory reforms can unlock India’s professional services export potential, according to NITI Aayog. Professional services are a key part of India’s growing services economy. The report identified diverse and sector-specific regulatory frameworks as barriers. A four-pronged strategy and sector-specific reforms are proposed to address these issues. These measures could enhance efficiency and boost India’s global…

‘We owe them our solidarity’: Rahul Gandhi writes to ally Hemant Soren over Jharkhand student protests

Rahul Gandhi has thrown his weight behind students protesting against the irregularities in Jharkhand’s recruitment exams. He has called on Chief Minister Hemant Soren to engage with student representatives amid an ongoing indefinite hunger strike by some. Gandhi emphasized that the Congress party stands in complete solidarity with the students, voicing concerns over the exploitation…

Alliance: Mini Mathur on Gauahar Khan’s criticism and defending her gameplay on the show; says, ‘Gauahar was just being a protective wife’

Mini Mathur triumphed in the reality show Alliance, cultivating meaningful relationships with her fellow contestants. When faced with Gauahar Khan’s critiques about her gameplay and partnerships, Mathur justified her choices as an Ace, emphasizing her support for teams in need. She remained loyal to her primary ally, Nikhil, while extending her assistance to Zaid during…

L&T bags offshore development project order exceeding Rs 15,000 crore from Middle East client

Larsen & Toubro announced a significant order valued at over Rs 15,000 crore. This contract involves developing multiple offshore facilities in the Middle East region. The company’s energy hydrocarbon offshore unit secured this substantial project. Fabrication activities will largely occur at L&T’s advanced manufacturing facilities. This development highlights growing investments to meet future energy demands.

‘Awarapan 2’ composer Amaal Mallik on being removed from movies over creative differences and why integrity matters more: ‘I am Amaal Malik without their films’

Composer Amaal Mallik opened up about the challenges of maintaining his artistic integrity in the Hindi film industry. He advocates for clear dialogue rather than silence to protect his projects, recognizing that creative conflicts are part of the process. Mallik remains committed to his music, even if it means being sidelined by directors; he understands…

Two pairs of North American raccoons were released in Germany’s Kassel, today it is called the ‘raccoon capital of Europe’ with a population of around 30,000 animals and a disturbed public life

Intriguingly, German raccoons, previously thought to have ties to Hermann Göring, were dispersed through administrative action. Research uncovering archival documents traces their onset to Kassel in 1934. Moreover, genetic studies have pinpointed several other deliberate releases across eastern Germany. These highly adaptable creatures have proliferated throughout Europe, raising alarms over potential property destruction and threats…