In Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, 16 Naxals surrendered, including Arun Kadti and Ramesh Hemla, with bounties totaling Rs 13 lakh on their heads. Kadti was involved in an attack on security forces in Sukma in 2024, while Hemla was a high-ranking Naxal leader with numerous warrants pending against him. They were given immediate assistance and will be provided with rehabilitation facilities. Additionally, in a separate encounter, ten Naxals were killed on the border of Narayanpur and Kanker districts... Читать дальше...
The state leadership in Uttar Pradesh has already urged the central election committee and the party leadership to field Rahul Gandhi from Amethi and Priyanka from Rae Bareli. The CEC members had also supported the view of the Uttar Pradesh Congress during the last meeting of the CEC on Saturday.
Former RAW chief Samant Goel played a crucial role in Balakot and Uri strikes. The Washington Post reported his involvement in approving the assassination attempt on Khalistani terrorist Pannun, despite India's denial and refutation. India’s Ministry of External Affairs has categorically refuted the claims in the Washington Post report, calling them “unwarranted and unsubstantiated imputations on a serious matter”.
The Alipore observatory in Kolkata recorded its highest temperature in 50 years at 43 degrees Celsius, the Met Department said. Neighbouring Salt Lake recorded a maximum day temperature of 43.5 degrees Celsius, while in nearby Barrackpore in North 24 Parganas district the mercury touched 44.6 degrees Celsius, it said.
McKinsey & Company, known for its prestigious alumni and talent development programs, is facing scrutiny from the DOJ for its past advice to opioid companies. Notable alumni include Sundar Pichai, Sheryl Sandberg, and John Malone. Despite its reputation as a talent incubator, McKinsey has faced criticism for its work with Enron and the Saudi Arabian government. The DOJ's investigation adds to the challenges McKinsey faces as it navigates the post-pandemic era and adapts to changing client demands. Читать дальше...
Delhi High Court restrains Ashneer Grover from transferring shares to prevent irreparable loss to Bhavik Koladiya. The legal battle involves claims over shares transferred before BharatPe's incorporation, highlighting Grover's resignation in March 2022.
These contracts will not be available for trading from Monday, July 1, 2024, it said. The move comes as part of a partial modification to the exchange notice number dated September 8, 2021, and February 8, 2024, regarding the change in the expiry day of stock derivatives in equity derivatives segment.
Tensions remain high in the Middle East due to the conflict between Israel and the Hamas group. After nearly five months, the Tata group-owned carrier had recommenced the services to the Israeli city on March 3. Air India had suspended flights to and from Tel Aviv starting on October 7, 2023, after the Hamas group's attack on the Israeli city.
Samajik Nyay Navlok Party national president Lekhraj Singh and Gondwana Gantantra Party state president Ramnath Gond along with officials of their parties handed over letters of support to the BJP leaders. Chaudhary lauded the parties for supporting the BJP's works under the leadership of the Prime Minister Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
Kolkata Knight Riders seamer Harshit Rana was fined 100% of his match fees and suspended for one match for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during their match against Delhi Capitals. Rana, who was fined earlier for a similar offence, almost repeated it when he gestured towards Abhishek Porel to leave the field and appealed excessively. He will miss KKR's next match against Mumbai Indians. Rana is KKR's joint leading wicket-taker in the IPL.
Manipal Hospitals, India's largest hospital chain with 10,500 beds, considers its current figure of beds "insignificant" in the country's context and is actively seeking acquisitions. They recently signed an agreement to acquire an 87% stake in Kolkata-based Medica Synergie for about Rs 1,400 crore, aiming to become the largest hospital chain in India. Manipal plans to expand in the eastern region and other locations like Kerala, Vizag, and Hyderabad.
Gold prices slipped more than 1% to a one-week low on Tuesday due to an uptick in the dollar and U.S. Treasury yields, although strong safe-haven demand and central bank buying kept bullion on track for its third consecutive monthly gain.
In March 2024, Kolkata based Besco, Hindustan Engineering and Industries (HEI), Jupiter Wagons, and Titagarh Rail Systems were awarded the tender for suppling Bogie Open Wagon (BOSM) to the Indian Railways. HEI was awarded the order for supplying 4,500 wagons worth Rs 1924.88 crore in this tender. Titagarh Rail Systems came second with the order for 4,463 wagons worth Rs 1909.05 crore.
Markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday decided to provide flexibility to Venture Capital Funds (VCFs) to deal with unliquidated investments of their schemes beyond the expiry of tenure.
During the hearing on Tuesday, a bench of Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah came down heavily on the SLA for its "inaction" for six years in the matter, saying it has to be honest with the court if it wanted "sympathy and compassion".
The lender’s assets under management grew 71% year-on-year to Rs 13,762 crore at the end of March while asset quality deteriorated marginally with gross non-performing assets ratio rising 10 basis points to 1.03%.
The latest survey by The Conference Board revealed a decline in US consumer confidence, reaching its lowest level since July 2022. The consumer confidence index fell to 97.0 in April, below analysts' expectations of 104.0. Concerns about future financial conditions and the job market contributed to the decline, despite positive views on the current situation. Consumers expressed worries about elevated prices, especially for food and gas, while politics and global conflicts were secondary concerns.
Google will pay News Corp $5-6 million annually for AI content development, excluding licensing. News Corp denies an AI deal with Google, while AI firms partner with various news organizations for chatbot training.
The weighted average lending rate (WALR) on fresh rupee loans of the commercial banks stood at 9.37 per cent in March 2024 (9.36 per cent in February 2024). It rose 13 basis points or bps (one basis point is 0.01 percent) over the last one year. Excluding the merger impact of HDFC with HDFC Bank, the WALR on outstanding rupee loans was at 9.85 per cent in March 2024 (9.83 per cent in February 2024. It rose 13 bps over the last one year.
Odisha faced scorching heat on Tuesday, with temperatures hitting 45.4 degrees Celsius in Bhubaneswar and 46.4 degrees Celsius in Baripada. Balasore also sizzled at 46 degrees Celsius. The state issued a red alert for several districts, including Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, and Sundargarh, for May 1. Despite the heatwave, election campaigning is in full swing for the upcoming Lok Sabha and assembly polls in Odisha, which will be held in four phases starting May 13.
The Congress party announced its latest list of candidates for the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Actor-turned-politician Raj Babbar will contest from Gurgaon constituency, having previously served as an MP from Firozabad. Other candidates unveiled include former Union minister Anand Sharma for Kangra in Himachal Pradesh, former Una MLA Satpal Raizada for Hamirpur, and Bhushan Patil for Mumbai North.
GE HealthCare Technologies missed first-quarter revenue estimates on Tuesday, hurt by lower sales in China market and weaker-than-expected demand for its scanning devices, sending its shares tumbling as much as 12% before the bell.
MGM+ released a teaser trailer for Season 3 of 'From' as part of the "Halfway to Halloween" celebration. The trailer hints at new horrors awaiting Boyd Stevens and his fellow survivors in the cursed town, promising an intense and chilling new season.
