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Uday Kotak's Wealth Dips USD 1.3 Billion After RBI's Directive On Kotak Mahindra Bank - Details

As the largest shareholder with a stake of nearly 26 per cent, Uday Kotak bore the brunt of the sell-off, witnessing a staggering decline in his wealth by USD 1.3 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. His net worth, previously standing at USD 14.4 billion, now faces a significant dip.

One Piece Season 2 gets exciting Netflix release window: Filming starts sooner than expected

Exciting news for One Piece fans as Season 2 of the live-action adaptation starts production in June 2024, expected to wrap up in January 2025.

Paris Olympics shooting trials: Arjun Babuta breaches finals world record en route to commanding victory

New Delhi: Arjun Babuta breached the existing finals world record (FWR) in men's 10m air rifle on way to a commanding win in the ongoing Olympic Selection Trials (OST) 1&2 for Rifle and Pistol at the Karni Singh Range in New Delhi on Thursday.Babuta, the 25-year-old Paris Olympics quota winner, shone with a sensational tally of 254.0 in the OST T1 final. The score was 0.3 above the mark set by fellow finalist and India teammate Divyansh Singh...

Two promoter group companies of Raymond remove Nawaz Modi Singhania as director

Nawaz Modi, the estranged wife of Raymond Group CMD Gautam Singhania, was removed after shareholders’ meetings of the companies held on Thursday, spokesperson of the two companies confirmed in separate statements.

Tripura CM, state BJP president issued notices for 'violating' silence period

Agartala, Apr 25 (PTI) Chief Minister Manik Saha and state BJP president Rajib Bhattacharjee were issued notices on Thursday for allegedly urging people to vote for the party's Tripura East candidate Kriti Devi Singh during the "silence period", Chief Electoral Officer Puneet Rastogi said

'Ghilli' makers greet Vijay after film's re-release success

The Dharani directorial is a romantic comedy and the movie stars Vijay and Trisha in the lead roles.

WhatsApp Warns About Shutting Down In India If It Was Forced To Break Chat Encryption: Know More

WhatsApp chats are end-to-end encrypted which keeps its users secure but the messaging app warns that it will stop its services in India if it forced to break chat encryption in the near future. WhatsApp informed this to the Delhi High Court this week, where it is facing a big battle to keep its users secure behind its vaunted end-to-end encryption for chats, calls, videos and more. The Meta-owned platform has appointed Tejas Karia, who shared...

Rajasthan: Cong Suspends Ameen Khan, Balendu Singh Shekhawat For 6 Years Over 'Indiscipline, Anti-Party Activities'

New Delhi: Congress on Friday suspended Ameen Khan, former MLA from Sheo Assembly, and Balendu Singh Shekhawat, former Secretary of Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee from the party for six years with immediate effect over complaints of indiscipline and anti-party activities. The grand old party also suspended its Surat Lok Sabha candidate Nilesh Kumbhani as Congress alleged that he either “mixed up with the BJP” or was “completely careless”....

Madrid Open 2024: Rafael Nadal Registers Dominant First-Round Win Vs Darwin Blanch, Sets De Minaur Rematch

Rafael Nadal beat wild card Darwin Blanch 6-1, 6-0 in the first round of the Madrid Open 2024.

Ukraine pulls US-provided tanks from front lines over Russian drone threats

The US agreed to send 31 Abrams to Ukraine in January 2023 after an aggressive monthslong campaign by Kyiv arguing that the tanks, which cost about $10 million apiece, were vital to its ability to breach Russian lines.

Amid Russia war: ‘Ukraine helping famine-striken nations’

He said even toddlers in Ukraine are accustomed to living in bunkers due to the constant threat of fighter planes

Lovely Professional University (LPU) Graduate Secures Rs. 3 Crore Package in Global IT Giant

Pavan Kunchala Joins the Ranks of LPU Success Stories with a Whopping 1 Crore Package from TC Central. Over 1100+ Students from Batches 22-23 Achieve Remarkable Salary Packages of Rs 10 Lakhs and above.

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2 Terrorists Gunned Down, 2 Army Personnel Injured On Day 2 Of J&K's Baramulla Encounter

The encounter began on Thursday at Check Mohalla Nowpora in the Sopore area of north Kashmir. After the night's lull, a fresh exchange of firing took place on Friday morning, the officials said.

Petrol, Diesel Fresh Prices Announced: Check Rates In Your City On April 26

Petrol and Diesel Prices On April 26, 2024: The price of crude oil continues to fluctuate in the international market. Brent crude is $ 88 per barrel, while WTI crude is trading at $ 82.77 per barrel. On the other hand, talking about India, government oil companies have kept the prices of petrol and diesel stable in all metros even today, 25 April 2024.New petrol and diesel rates are released every day at 6 am in the country. Oil companies have...

Encounter breaks out between security forces, militants in J&K's Baramulla, one suspect apprehended

Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted a joint search operation in Uri, Baramulla on Thursday and one suspected individual was apprehended. The search operation was initiated based on specific inputs from intelligence agencies, Indian Army's Chinar Corps said. The security forces also found one pistol and other war-like stores.

JEE Main 2024 Topper: Bengaluru’s Amogh Agrawal scores 100 percentile in JEE session 1, 2

JEE Main 2024 Topper: He further said, I study as long as my body supports. Usually, I study for 12 hours. I believe my teachers and my parents have been my support system throughout my preparation journey."

Nagaland Board of School Education results declared! Find more info here

As the results of the Classes X and XII Board examinations were declared by the Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) on Friday, April 26, it was reported that girls had outperformed boys this time, stated a PTI report. Information on the class X examinationsNBSE Chairperson, Asano Sekhose, informed the reporters that a total of 15,588 out of 2...

Chinese student sentenced to prison for threatening Pro-democracy classmate in US

Chinese student in Boston sentenced 9 months for harassing pro-democracy classmate. Case raised free speech concerns. Threats, aggressive behavior, and cultural tensions highlighted. University reviewing policies on student safety and conduct.

From 'Indian 2' to 'De De Pyaar De 2': Rakul Preet Singh to make a smashing return to the silver screen this year

Bollywood actress Rakul Preet Singh is set to make a highly anticipated return to the screen after a long time, and with this news, fans are anticipating what new avatar Rakul Preet will be seen on screen. With her previous notable performances and charm, anticipation is high for her upcoming projects, which is stirring excitement among her dedicated fan base. So keeping expectations high, this year four projects by Rakul Preet Singh were...

HYBE vs ADOR: 10 shocking revelations in the clash between K-pop industry titans

In the ongoing clash between K-pop giants HYBE and ADOR, a series of shocking revelations has emerged, shedding light on the tumultuous relationship between the two entities. The feud escalated when HYBE initiated a surprise audit targeting ADOR and its executives, particularly CEO Min Hee Jin, on April 22, 2024. In response to the heightened tensions, Min Hee Jin held an emergency press conference on April 25, aiming to address the escalating...

Elon Musk once again richer than Mark Zuckerberg: Why latter lost $18 billion

Elon Musk became the third richest billionaire as the company added $5.8 billion in wealth, amounting to a total of $184 billion now.

Severe heatwave alert for four states in next few days, says Weather Department

In its weather bulletin, the IMD said that areas in East and South peninsular India would likely experience a continuation of heatwave to severe heatwave conditions for the next five days.

Dividend Alert: Second-worst performer on the Nifty IT in 2024 declares its best ever payout

Shares of Mphasis Ltd. will be in focus on Friday after the company announced a final dividend of ₹55 per share, alongside its March quarter results.The dividend announcement is subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing annual general meeting (AGM) of the company. Mphasis will hold its Annual General Meeting on July 25, 2024. In case shareholders approve the dividend recommendation, the dividend will be paid within 30 days of the...

Amazon Great Summer sale starting soon, reveals list of phones that will get discounted

Amazon Great Summer sale announced: It is promising to offer discounts on devices such as the OnePlus 12, OnePlus Nord 3, Redmi 13C, Redmi Note 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy M34, Samsung Galaxy S23, iQOO Z9, Tecno Pova 6 Pro, and more. Here are the details.

Vantage | Why India's words on US universities' protests marks a big policy shift

India has just played a diplomatic ‘uno-reverse’ game. It is quite a rare one, too. A lot of US colleges have become protest sites. Thousands of students are rallying for Gaza. They are accusing their government of supporting a ‘genocide’. They have been reversed with a crackdown. Hundreds of protesting students have been arrested, sometimes quite violently.Normally, India wouldn't react to something like this, but this time, New Delhi has...

Google parent Alphabet announces its first-ever dividend, shares soar to nearly 16%

Google's parent company Alphabet announced its inaugural dividend and a $70 billion stock repurchase, resulting in the stock price soaring by almost 16% after the market closed. The dividend amount per share will be 20 cents. Alphabet is returning capital while spending billions of dollars on data centres to compete with rivals on generative artificial intelligence (AI).

Wipro will pay its ex CEO Rs 92.1 crore as severance pay but only if he does not join any other company

Wipro will be paying its ex CEO, Thierry Delaporte, a severance package of Rs 92.1 crore, contingent upon him not joining another company within a year.

OnePlus 8 And 8 Pro Users Get Final Software Update: Time To Buy A New Phone?

OnePlus has released the OxygenOS 13 update for two smartphones introduced in 2020. The OnePlus 8 and the OnePlus 8 Pro have reached the end of their life cycle after running the most recent OxygenOS 13.1.0.587 version. This indicates that both handsets have received their final update, and OnePlus will no longer provide software maintenance for these two smartphones.For those who may not be aware, OnePlus fulfilled the four years of software...

Vietnam Tycoon Appeals Against $27 Billion Fraud Death Sentence

A top Vietnamese property tycoon sentenced to death in a $27 billion fraud case has launched an appeal against her conviction, state media said Friday.Truong My Lan, chair of major developer Van Thinh Phat, was found guilty this month of swindling cash from Saigon Commercial Bank (SCB) over a decade.The 68-year-old was found to have embezzled $12.5 billion, but prosecutors said the total damages caused by the scam now amounted to $27 billion —...

JEE Main Result 2024: Meet your toppers; highest achievers from Telangana

The JEE Advanced 2024 cut-offs have increased for all categories. As per the notification, the minimum cut-off for the general category is 93.2 percentile. It is 81.32 for EWS, 79.6 for OBC, 60.09 for SC, and 46.69 for ST.

Trade setup for Friday: 15 things to know before opening bell

Given the major strength in the bulls camp with decisively breaking out the consolidation range and climbing above all key moving averages, the Nifty 50 is expected to march towards 22,700-22,800 in the coming sessions of the May series, with immediate support at 22,500 and key support at 22,300 level. Still, considering the consistent uptrend in the previous five consecutive sessions, a bit of consolidation can't be ruled out before getting...

Koo halts salaries from April as it fails to find strategic partner, CEO says will stay operational

Koo, the microblogging startup once hailed as India's answer to Twitter, is facing financial challenges leading to a halt in salary payments to its employees starting in April. This decision stems from a delay in the company's search for a partner or acquirer that could help sustain its operations.The startup had been actively seeking funds or a strategic partnership to expand its operations, especially amidst a tough funding environment for...

Landslide In Arunachal Pradesh Cuts Off Dibang Valley Bordering China

New Delhi, April 25 -- A massive landslide in Arunachal Pradesh disrupted connectivity to Dibang Valley, a region of strategic importance for India as it shares a border with China. The landslides occurred on April 24 along NH-33 between Hunli and Anini due to heavy rainfall. The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has initiated efforts to repair the damaged sections of the highway.

High Court orders DGCA to immediately process Go First’s lessors’ applications for aircraft deregistration

Justice Tara Vitasta Ganju additionally prohibited the resolution professional (RP) appointed under the insolvency law, as well as the airline's directors, from relocating or removing any aircraft, spare parts, documents, records, or other materials.

Indian-origin student arrested and barred from Princeton University for participating in anti-Israel protests

Indian-origin student in US has been arrested and barred from varsity for taking part in anti-Israel protests on campus

Harish Shankar: After Mr Bachchan: Naam Tho Suna Hoga with Ravi Teja and Jagapathi Babu, wish to shoot Raid2 in Lucknow

DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham director Harish Shankar wraps shoot of Telugu version of Raid with actor Ravi Teja, Jagapathi Babu and Bhagyashri Bhorse in Lucknow

'In deference to court…': Lawyer Jai Dehadrai withdraws case against TMC's Mahua Moitra

During the last hearing, the court had urged both parties to exercise caution and warned Moitra's counsel of potential injunctions if objectively false statements were made.

Zombie Deer Disease spreads to another US state: All about it

Zombie deer disease spreads to Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Jefferson County, and nearby areas. Visitor guidelines stress caution, urging safe distance from wildlife and proper disposal of infected carcasses to prevent CWD transmission.

iPad Air 2024 may skip mini-LED display- Here's what to expect from Apple Event on May 7

Speculations surrounding Apple's forthcoming launch event on May 7 intensify as details of the new iPad Air models emerge. Contrary to initial predictions, Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) CEO Ross Young unveils unexpected insights.

4th T20I: Tim Robinson, William O'Rourke shine as New Zealand beat Pakistan, lead series 2-1

Tim Robinson's explosive batting and William O'Rourke's outstanding bowling helped New Zealand secure a series lead with a four-run victory over Pakistan in the fourth T20I at the Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday. The thrilling match kept spectators captivated as New Zealand took an unassailable lead in the series at the picturesque Gaddafi Stadium.

No case against user over "objectionable" tweet against Md Zubair, Delhi Police tells HC

New Delhi, Apr 25 (PTI) The city police has told the Delhi High Court that no case has been registered against a twitter user for his "objectionable" tweet against Alt News co-founder Mohammad Zubair

Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction overturned: All you need to know about the ruling that #MeToo victims are calling 'unjust'

Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction overturned: NY's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 sex crime conviction, raising questions about evidence use in future cases. Responses from various #MeToo movement figures highlighted disappointment and the need for change in addressing sexual assault. Here is a look at what happened to the case, which helped define the #MeToo movement, and what might happen next.

‘Australian govt appreciates New Delhi’s assistance on Avani Dias visa issue’

Avani Dias, who worked in India as the South Asia bureau chief for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, left the country last week

Earthquake Of 3.2-Magnitude Hits Haryana's Sirsa

A medium-intensity earthquake struck Haryana's Sirsa on Thursday evening.

Firing at Salman Khan's House: Mumbai Crime Branch searches Surat's Tapi river for gun

In a recent development regarding the firing incident outside actor Salman Khan's residence on April 14, Mumbai Crime Branch has reached Surat to search for the gun which the accused used in firing at actor's house. During interrogation, the accused told the Crime Branch that after committing the crime, they had thrown the gun into the Tapi River of Surat. The two men, who came on a motorbike, fired four rounds outside the Galaxy Apartments, where the actor resides, around 5 am on the morning of April 14 and fled. CCTV footage showed that both accused sported caps and carried backpacks.

The grammar in the headline is correct. Here it is with a slight adjustment for clarity:Celebration Turns Into Mourning After Fire Breaks Out At a Wedding In Bihar's Darbhanga; 6 Dead

Due to the bursting of firecrackers, a fire broke out at a wedding pandal in Bihar's Darbhanga, leaving six people dead along with three cows.

'Putin not evil': Ex-Indian envoy decodes power of narrative, explains Russia-Ukraine reality

NEW DELHI: The Russia-Ukraine war, which the Kremlin called a 'special military operation', has stretched for more than two years, with no clear solution in sight to persuade both nations to bury the hatchet. Meanwhile, the West's decision to pump more ammunition and funding into the war has further accentuated the conflict between Kyiv and Moscow....

Sports This Weekend: CSK vs SRH, Arsenal vs Tottenham Hotspur, Nadal vs de Minaur and more

It's been quite the eventful week in the world of sports so far, with Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh becoming the youngest winner of the prestigious Candidates Tournament on Monday and Royal Challengers Bengaluru snapping their six-match losing streak against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday.The weekend promises to be just as eventful for sports fans. The 17th edition of the IPL will have back-to-back...

Nilkrishna Nirmalkumar, farmer's son, tops JEE Main 2024 with perfect score

Gajare Nilkrishna Nirmalkumar, hailing from Maharashtra and the son of a farmer, achieved a perfect score of 300 in JEE Main 2024. Despite facing financial constraints and limited family knowledge about the exam, his dedication to study and strong grasp of concepts contributed to his remarkable success.