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Sensex closes 965 points higher, Nifty gains over 1 pc led by IT, banking stocks

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:00:47 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 17 (ANI): Indian equity benchmark indices ended sharply higher on Friday, with the Sensex surging nearly 965 points and the Nifty gaining over 1 per cent, led by strong buying in IT and banking stocks amid optimism over business updates and expectations of healthy first-quarter earnings.

The BSE Sensex closed at 78,151.45, up 964.58 points or 1.25 per cent, while the Nifty 50 se

Singapore Tourism Board and Traveloka Renew Partnership to Welcome More Southeast Asian and Australian Travellers to Singapore

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:00:02 GMT

PRNewswire

Singapore, July 17: To drive the next phase of tourism growth, the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Traveloka yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote Singapore as a preferred destination for travellers across five key source markets: Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Australia.

The agreement extends a longstanding partnership through agreements signed in April 2019, Ma

Indus International School Hyderabad Produces Two World-Class IB Toppers, Perfect 45/45 Score

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:31:55 GMT

VMPL

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 17: Indus International School Hyderabad has delivered an extraordinary set of results in the May 2026 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) examinations, with not one but two students, Ruhan Gudeli and Sujay Reddy Surukunti, achieving the perfect score of 45 out of 45, placing them among the top IB performers in the world.

A perfect 45 is achieved by

BPTP Commences Allotments for SkyNest Towers Following Overwhelming Response, Setting a New Benchmark for Luxury Living in Faridabad

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:31:44 GMT

NewsVoir

Faridabad (Haryana) [India], July 17: BPTP Limited today announced the commencement of the allotment process for SkyNest Towers, its landmark ultra-luxury residential development in Sector 80, Greater Faridabad. Following an overwh

"We want more !": Singaporean envoy to India Simon Wong welcomes 1st shipment of J&K cherries, plums

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:59:09 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 17 (ANI): Singapore High Commissioner to India Simon Wong on Friday welcomed the arrival of the first shipment of cherries and plums from Jammu and Kashmir to Singapore, hailing the expansion of agricultural trade between the two countries and expressing hope for such exports.

In a post on X, Wong said, 'Following Litchis and mangoes, Singapore is finally getting its first taste of cherrie

Centre moves Supreme Court against Delhi HC order quashing CPV tender process; hearing on Monday

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:32:01 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 17 (ANI): The Union Government has moved the Supreme Court, challenging the Delhi High Court's judgement setting aside the tender awarded to private firms for outsourcing Consular, Passport and Visa (CPV) services at Indian Missions in Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kuwait, Singapore and Canberra (Australia).

The Delhi High Court had quashed the tender process and directed the Centre to issue fresh Requ

"Singapore-India ties are reaching for stars": Singapore backs Skyroot's Vikram-1 mission

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:59:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 17 (ANI): Singapore's High Commission in India on Friday expressed support for Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 mission, saying the launch reflects the growing partnership between Singapore and India in the space sector.

In a post on X, the High Commission said, 'Singapore-India ties are reaching for the stars!'

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"Need to develop football culture first": Former Indian footballer Renedy on country's FIFA WC dream

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:32:12 GMT

By Sahil Kohli

Fukuoka [Japan], July 16 (ANI): Former Indian footballer and Bengaluru FC youth coach Renedy Singh stressed on developing a 'fooballing culture' within the nation to re-establish themselves as Asian power in football and eventually book their first-ever FIFA World Cup qualification.

Renedy spoke to ANI in Fukuoka, Japan, where his team has gone for Reliance Foundation Development League (RFD

Nifty, Sensex close flat amid elevated oil prices, IT stocks support gains

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:31:38 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 16 (ANI): Indian equity benchmark indices ended largely flat on Thursday as investor sentiment remained cautious amid geopolitical uncertainties, elevated crude oil prices and weak cues from Asian markets.

The Nifty 50 closed at 24,072.75, down 5.75 points or 0.02 per cent, while the BSE Sensex ended marginally higher at 77,186.87, up 1.44 points.

Market experts said inves

China's "smart joints" keep global bridges moving

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:46:44 GMT

CHENGDU, July 16 (Xinhua) -- For decades, engineers faced a stark dilemma: how to inspect and maintain critical bridge components without halting the flow of traffic. Now, a Chinese firm is helping change that paradigm.

Intelligent Engineering Connections Incorporated (IEC), based in Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province, is equipping bridges worldwide with what it calls "smart joints" -- high-te

India to face Malaysia, Syria, Iraq in AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:58:17 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 16 (ANI): The India U17 women's team have been drawn with Malaysia, Syria and Iraq in Group E of the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers, following the draw conducted at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on July 16.

Following the Young Tigresses' historic first-ever knockout stage appearance in the previous edition, India will aim to qualify for back-to-back AFC U17 Wome

How Visionary CEO Ketan Dave is Steering Mr. Idli Toward an Historic IPO and Global Dominance

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:32:42 GMT

PNN

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], July 16: The Indian Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) landscape is witnessing a monumental shift, and at the center of this revolution is Mr. Idli, a brand that has successfully transformed traditional South Indian culinary heritage into a high-growth global powerhouse. As the brand prepares for its highly anticipated Initial Public Offering (IPO), all eyes are on its dynamic CEO,

Thermomix TasteMaster Cook-Off 2026 Launches in Singapore to Celebrate the Stories Behind Every Home Cook

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:59:03 GMT

PRNewswire

Singapore, July 16: Thermomix is bringing its first-ever Thermomix TasteMaster Cook-Off 2026 to Singapore, a culinary competition celebrating everyday Singaporeans and the personal stories behind the dishes they love. From treasured family recipes passed down through generations to dishes inspired by life's defining moments, every home kitchen holds stories to be shared.

As one of the world's mos

No ego battles, step-by-step goals: FC Goa youth coach Israil speaks on India's FIFA World Cup ambitions

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:59:51 GMT

By Sahil Kohli

Fukuoka [Japan], July 15 (ANI): Former Indian footballer and current FC Goa youth coach Israil Gurung said that before aiming for FIFA World Cup, Team India should aim at becoming a consistent presence on Asian Cup level and also urged all stakeholders involved to 'keep individual ego aside' for the betterment of sport in the country.

Israil spoke to ANI in Fukuoka, Japan, where his team has

Cabinet approves Semicon 2.0 with a budget of Rs 1.27 lakh crore to strengthen India's chip ecosystem

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:59:00 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 15 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved Semicon 2.0, a new programme with a budget of Rs 1.27 lakh crore (USD 13.17 billion) to strengthen India's semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. The scheme aims to support chip design, manufacturing, advanced packaging, research, talent development and the production of key equipment and materials needed for the industry.

The programme bui

Delhi HC sets aside MEA's technical evaluation for overseas CPV tenders, orders fresh RFPs within one month

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:29:40 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 15 (ANI): The Delhi High Court has set aside the technical evaluation process adopted by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) for outsourcing Consular, Passport and Visa (CPV) services at Indian Missions in Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kuwait, Singapore and Canberra (Australia), holding that the evaluation suffered from arbitrariness, irrationality and lack of transparency.

The Court directed the Un

Tadweer Group wins GovMedia Award for 'Our Sustainable Farms' campaign

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:24:29 GMT

ABU DHABI, 15th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Tadweer Group has won the United Arab Emirates Outreach Project of the Year - Community award at the GovMedia Awards 2026 in Singapore for its 'Our Sustainable Farms' campaign.

The initiative was recognised for combining targeted community engagement with operational follow-through to improve waste management practices across Abu Dhabi's agricultural sector.

The recognit

DBS crowned Southeast Asia's most valuable brand in Kantar BrandZ 2026 ranking

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:31:26 GMT

PRNewswire

Singapore, July 15: Kantar, the world's leading data, analytics and AI business, today unveiled the third edition of its BrandZ Southeast Asia ranking and report, revealing that Southeast Asia's Top 30 most valuable brands are now worth a combined US$165.3 billion. The ranking highlights the resilience of the region's strongest brands,

Pinocchio and the information society

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:52:53 GMT

UNESCO data suggest a new global reversal: as gadget-raised children come of age, school participation is no longer rising

In many countries around the world, the number of children not attending school is rising. UNESCO has already recorded this alarming trend, and it demands an explanation.

UNESCO regularly collects and publishes information on progress toward one of the key Sustainable D

Bryson DeChambeau to debut set of 3D-printed irons at The Open

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:19:11 GMT

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Bryson DeChambeau will bring the latest in technology to a 137-year-old golf course this week, and into a major tournament that is even older.

DeChambeau is set to debut a full set of 3D-printed irons for 154th Open Championship, which starts Thursday at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England, Front Office Sports reported Tuesday.

DeChambeau has used

Byju Raveendran's appeal against Singapore court contempt order still pending, legal team clarifies

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:59:28 GMT

Singapore, July 14 (ANI): Edtech firm Byju's legal team has clarified that founder Byju Raveendran's appeal against a civil contempt order passed by a Singapore court remains pending before the Singapore Court of Appeal, stating that recent reports suggesting his bid to overturn the order had been rejected were inaccurate.

In a statement, the legal team said the hearing held before the General Division of the Sin

Byju Raveendran's appeal against Singapore court contempt order still pending, company clarifies

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:58:31 GMT

Singapore, July 14 (ANI): Edtech firm Byju's has clarified that founder Byju Raveendran's appeal against a civil contempt order passed by a Singapore court remains pending before the Singapore Court of Appeal, stating that recent reports suggesting his bid to overturn the order had been rejected were inaccurate.

In a statement, the company said the hearing held before the General Division of the Singapore High Co

Top 10 Incredible Books That Are Worth Every Page

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:33:34 GMT

VMPL

New Delhi [India], July 14: Some books entertain, while others leave a lasting impact long after you've turned the final page. In this list, we've gathered 10 incredible books that are truly worth every page--stories that inspire, challenge your perspective, and stay with you for years. Whether you enjoy timeless classics, thought-provoking fiction, or unforgettable adventures, these books deserve a place on

NKN Media Creates Unprecedented Global Real Estate Opportunities for Indian Investors

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:49 GMT

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New Delhi [India], July 14: NKN Media successfully concluded the International Property Expo in Delhi, bringing together leading luxury global real estate developers and offering Indian investors an unparalleled opportunity to explore premium international property investment options under one roof. The tw

Japan Open 2026: Satwik-Chirag retire hurt on return; PV Sindhu cruises into second round

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:59:59 GMT

Tokyo [Japan], July 14 (ANI): India's star men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty endured another injury setback as their comeback at the Japan Open 2026 was cut short, while two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu advanced comfortably to the second round of the BWF Super 750 tournament on Tuesday.

Returning to competitive action for the first time since last month's Indonesia Open, Satwik a

India's trade deficit may stay elevated amid Middle East risks, oil prices: Report

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:58:19 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 14 (ANI): India's merchandise trade deficit is likely to remain under pressure in the coming months as renewed geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East could keep oil prices and freight costs elevated, although softer crude demand from China may help limit any sharp rise in global oil prices, according to a report by Dolat Capital.

'Looking ahead, renewed disruptions in the Strait of H

Manav Thakkar, Manush Shah script history by climbing to World No. 2 in men's doubles rankings

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:30:11 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 14 (ANI): Indian table tennis stars Manav Thakkar and Manush Shah created history on Monday by climbing to World No. 2 in the latest International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) men's doubles rankings, becoming the highest-ranked Indian players or pair ever in the senior world rankings.

The Indian duo improved one place from last week's career-best World No. 3, surpassing the previous nati

From Innovation to Impact: tesa Marks One Year of Debonding on Demand Laboratory in Singapore

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:03:13 GMT

PRNewswire

Singapore, July 14: tesa, an international manufacturer of innovative adhesive tapes and self-adhesive product solutions, today marks the first anniversary of its Debonding on Demand laboratory in Singapore. The laboratory serves as a strategic platform for advancing next-generation adhesive technologies that support repairability, circular product design and mo

Sensex falls over 500 points, Nifty slips as geopolitical tension and rising oil prices weigh on markets

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:31:20 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 14 (ANI): Domestic stock markets opened in the red on Tuesday amid escalating geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices, which sparked widespread selling by investors.

The BSE Sensex fell by 524.12 points, or 0.68 per cent, to stand at 77,092.28 points. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty 50 shed 145.20 points, representing a decline of 0.60 per cent, to trade at 24,065.80 points.

India to prioritise countering terror financing, enhancing maritime security, AI governance at UNSC: EAM Jaishankar

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:30:59 GMT

New York [US], July 14 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday (local time) said India will prioritise countering terror financing, enhance maritime security and the responsible use of emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), as part of its agenda for the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), if elected as a non-permanent member for the 2028-29 term.

Addressing member state

India to prioritise terror financing, maritime security, AI governance at UNSC: EAM Jaishankar

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:30:54 GMT

New York [US], July 14 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday (local time) said India will prioritise countering terror financing, maritime security and the responsible use of emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), as part of its agenda for the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), if elected as a non-permanent member for the 2028-29 term.

Addressing member states at the

Corporations are not preparing their workers for an AI tsunami

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:20:29 GMT

Businesses are racing to automate, but many staff are being left without the retraining, clarity, or safeguards needed to adapt

A comprehensive new study of the global workforce finds that 'anxiety' is the best definition for how most workers feel about their career, their future, and the AI tsunami that threatens to

FM Nirmala Sitharaman asks banks to step up NRI outreach as FCNR(B), ECB, OFCB schemes draw strong interest

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:59:50 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 13 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday asked Public Sector Banks and Public Financial Institutions to intensify outreach to the NRI diaspora and sustain the momentum of foreign currency mobilisation under RBI's swap schemes.

She was interacting with MDs and CEOs of PSBs and PFIs in New Delhi on 'Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] deposits, External Commer

Merchandise trade deficit widens to USD 30.43 billion in June

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:04:19 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 13 (ANI): India's merchandise trade deficit widened by about 59 per cent year-on-year to USD 30.43 billion in June 2026, as imports grew at a faster pace than exports, according to data presented by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

Merchandise exports rose 15.5 per cent year-on-year to USD 40.41 billion in June from USD 34.98 billion a year ago. However, merchandise imports increased

Himachal Police suspends orchestra in-charge Vijay Kumar over alleged unauthorised monetisation of music content

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:59:34 GMT

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], July 13 (ANI): The Himachal Pradesh Police has suspended Inspector Vijay Kumar, the in-charge of the state's acclaimed police orchestra Harmony of the Pines, and ordered a regular departmental inquiry into allegations that he commercially exploited private music content on social media platforms without obtaining prior permission from the competent authority.

The suspension orde

Singapore June non-oil domestic exports growth eases to 20.7 pct

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:45:10 GMT

SINGAPORE, July 17 (Xinhua) -- Singapore's non-oil domestic exports (NODX) rose 20.7 percent year on year in June, easing from the 38.4 percent increase recorded in May, official data from Enterprise Singapore showed on Friday.

Electronic NODX surged 105.1 percent, supported by strong demand for artificial intelligence-related products, while non-electronic NODX fell 2.9 percent.

Non-oil re-exports increa

Economic Watch: China's "smart joints" keep global bridges moving

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:45:52 GMT

Intelligent Engineering Connections Incorporated (IEC), based in Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province, is equipping bridges worldwide with what it calls "smart joints" -- high-t

New Singapore-Malaysia rail link to promote cross-border spending: study

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:15:10 GMT

SINGAPORE, July 16 (Xinhua) -- Singapore consumers are expected to spend an additional 1.05 billion Singapore dollars (810 million U.S. dollars) annually in Johor Bahru, Malaysia's southernmost city bordering Singapore, once the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link between the two cities opens, according to a study released on Thursday.

Visitors from Johor Bahru are also expected to spend an additional 756 million Si

Singapore Airlines passenger traffic rises 4.1 pct in June on strong travel demand

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:45:02 GMT

SINGAPORE, July 16 (Xinhua) -- The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group reported a 4.1 percent year-on-year increase in passenger traffic in June, supported by sustained demand for air travel, the group said on Wednesday.

The airline and its low-cost subsidiary Scoot carried a combined 3.7 million passengers during the month, up 6.3 percent from June last year, SIA said in a bourse filing.

The group's passenger

Indonesia, Singapore strengthen defense ties with new alumni forum

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:45:17 GMT

JAKARTA, July 15 (Xinhua) -- Indonesia and Singapore reaffirmed their defense partnership during a meeting between their defense ministers in Jakarta on Tuesday and launched a new alumni forum to further strengthen military-to-military ties.

According to an official statement issued Wednesday, Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and his Singaporean counterpart Chan Chun Sing discussed ongoing bilater

Roundup: Economists raise Singapore's 2026 growth forecast after strong H1

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:45:05 GMT

SINGAPORE, July 15 (Xinhua) -- Singapore's economic outlook for 2026 has brightened after stronger-than-expected first-half growth prompted economists to upgrade their forecasts, with artificial intelligence (AI)-driven demand, a robust electronics cycle and resilient services activity expected to support expansion through the rest of the year.

UOB Global Economics and Markets Research has raised its 2026 Singap

Only 4 in 10 professionals in Singapore confident in spotting AI misinformation: poll

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:45:15 GMT

SINGAPORE, July 15 (Xinhua) -- Only four in 10 professionals, managers, executives and technicians in Singapore are confident they can distinguish accurate information from AI-generated misinformation, according to a survey released on Tuesday.

Fewer than half of the 1,150 respondents surveyed between June and July said they would verify the original source of a statistic before forming an opinion, even when rea

World first New Zealand-Singapore essential supplies agreement now in force

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:45:13 GMT

Source: Beehive

Ghost Gun Company Husky Armory Ordered To Pay $104 Million In Historic Verdict Latest News

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:32:26 GMT

Ghost Gun Company Husky Armory Ordered To Pay $104 Million In Historic Verdict Latest News

Man Killed By ICE In Texas Had Salt, Not Drugs, With Him, Familys Lawyer Says UK Crime

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:31:58 GMT

Man Killed By ICE In Texas Had Salt, Not Drugs, With Him, Familys Lawyer Says UK Crime

State Health Plan approves premium hikes, tiers The North State Journal

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:34:44 GMT

State Health Plan approves premium hikes, tiers The North State Journal

Thorn Fire 10% contained after blackening neighborhood, prompting evacuations

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:09:26 GMT

Thorn Fire 10% contained after blackening neighborhood, prompting evacuations

Reports of attack by landlord with baseball bat leads to hours-long SWAT standoff in Normal Heights

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:09:00 GMT

Reports of attack by landlord with baseball bat leads to hours-long SWAT standoff in Normal Heights

'Immediate threat to structures' by brush fire near Campo; evacuations ordered

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:06:30 GMT

'Immediate threat to structures' by brush fire near Campo; evacuations ordered

Preventing Amputation- A Doctors Guide for Diabetes Patients - Post News Group

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:07:50 GMT

Preventing Amputation- A Doctors Guide for Diabetes Patients - Post News Group

Idaho medical cannabis campaign falls short of signatures

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:02:25 GMT

Idaho medical cannabis campaign falls short of signatures

Vatican newspaper highlights resistance to medical workers as Ebola spreads in DR Congo Headlines

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:48:14 GMT

Vatican newspaper highlights resistance to medical workers as Ebola spreads in DR Congo Headlines

British pupil, 17, dies on school trip in Malawi 'after going missing in lake'

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:35:51 GMT

British pupil, 17, dies on school trip in Malawi 'after going missing in lake'

California employer health premiums will cost as much as a new car in 2027

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:33:36 GMT

California employer health premiums will cost as much as a new car in 2027

The Smile of Her review actors autobiographical show speeds through its resonant pains

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:04:14 GMT

The Smile of Her review actors autobiographical show speeds through its resonant pains

New World Screwworm Outbreak - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - CDC (.gov)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 01:05:14 GMT

New World Screwworm Outbreak - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - CDC (.gov)

Northern Nevada Public Health to host summer back-to-school vaccine clinics

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:32:20 GMT

Northern Nevada Public Health to host summer back-to-school vaccine clinics

Lane Regional Medical Center seeking partner, in financially precarious situation

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:04:54 GMT

Lane Regional Medical Center seeking partner, in financially precarious situation

Seven People Charged with Over $40 Million in Medicare and Medicaid Fraud

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:08:08 GMT

Seven People Charged with Over $40 Million in Medicare and Medicaid Fraud

Man Indicted for Fake Bomb Threats

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:07:02 GMT

Man Indicted for Fake Bomb Threats

Federal Charges Filed in Two Separate Cases Involving Non-Emergent Medical Transportation Fraud

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:04:48 GMT

Federal Charges Filed in Two Separate Cases Involving Non-Emergent Medical Transportation Fraud