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Kesoram Industries Chairperson Manjushree Khaitan Dies At 69

Manjushree Khaitan, the chairperson of BK Birla group flagship Kesoram Industries, passed away on Thursday at Birla Park in Kolkata after a prolonged illness. She was 69.Khaitan joined the Kesoram board in October 1998. But Basant Kumar’s succession plan for Kesoram became apparent in 2013 when Khaitan was appointed executive vice-chairman. In July 2019, she took on the role of non-executive chairperson after her father’s death.The last rites of...

Now, a section of sarpanches from Karnal, Panipat pledge support to Khattar

This comes days after atleast 500 of sarpanches from Karnal and Panipat districts pledged support to Congress’ Divyanshu Budhiraja in the presence of party’s Rajya Sabha MP Deepender Hooda, reportedly irked over the policies of Khattar, when he was the chief minister.

Mizoram Class 12 results to be announced on May 21. Direct link to check

Mizoram Class 12 R results 2024: The results of the Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate exam will be declared at 12 pm, an official statement said.

How ‘Me Too’ moment leaves Uyghurs’ global diaspora movement in doldrums

The global movement of the Uyghurs (against the Chinese for a separate state of East Turkestan) has received a rude shock after sexual harassment charges were made on May 10, 2024, by two ladies, respectively, against two top leaders of the Uyghur diaspora, Dolkun Isa, who is currently the Executive President of the Uyhgur umbrella organisation based in Munich (Germany) and the World Uyghur Congress (WUC), and Nury Turkel, the Chair of the...

GTA 6 Release Date: Rockstar Games' Parent Company Take-Two Announces Launch By Fall Of 2025

Rockstar Games's parent company Take-Two Interactive has officially announced that the much-awaited Grand Theft Auto 6 or GTA 6 will be released by the fall of 2025. Earlier there were rumours that the release of the game might be pushed to 2026 but after this official announcement, it is certain that the game will be released in 2025 only. This announcement from Take-Two Interactive came during the revelation of its latest earnings report. The...

Two killed, 25 hurt as boiler explodes in Sonepat factory

Sonepat deputy commissioner Manoj Kumar said they sought the National Disaster Response Force’s assistance in the operation and they are investigating if the factory had all clearances from authorities concerned.

Actor Karthik Kumar files complaint as audio clip with casteist remarks go viral

Tamil actor Karthik Kumar denied making casteist remarks in the viral audio clip. He also said that he had filed a complaint against the doctored audio clip.

Ex-judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay's ‘Mamata Banerjee, what is your price’ remark triggers row; TMC moves Election Commission

Abhijit Gangopadhyay, who joined the BJP after resigning from his post as the Calcutta high court judge, allegedly asked what "Mamata Banerjee's price" was.

Napkin used by Barcelona to sign Lionel Messi sold for nearly $1 million

The napkin on which Barcelona promised to sign Lionel Messi when he was a 13-year-old has been sold for £762,400 ($969,000), according to auction house Bonhams. This napkin was signed in December 2000 by Barcelona's former sporting director Carles Rexach, transfer advisor Josep Minguella, and Argentine agent Horacio Gaggioli over lunch at a tennis club. This symbolic document marked the beginning of Messi's illustrious career with Barcelona,...

Two Tigers Died Within 48 Hours In Vidarbha Region Maharashtra

CJI Chandrachud says in-flight internet on trip to Brazil helped finalise a judgment

CJI Chandrachud said he used the onboard internet facility to ensure that the judgment concerning the promotion of Gujarat judicial officers was delivered without any delay.

Kabir Singh Star Nikita Dutta Purchases New-Gen Mercedes-Benz GLC Worth Rs 74 lakh

Nikita Dutta, known for her work in Hindi films and television, recently purchased the new Mercedes-Benz GLC luxury Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV). The actress appears to have picked the all-black colour scheme for the GLC.The Kabir Singh star was spotted with her family taking delivery of her highly cherished item at a dealership in Mumbai. Images from a showroom showing Nikita Dutta receiving her new, highly cherished property were released by...

'Aranmanai 4' box office collection day 14: The horror drama becomes the second highest grosser of 2024

Directed by Sundar C, 'Aranmanai 4' featuring Tamannah Bhatia has grossed Rs 75 crore at the box office with a star-studded cast including Raashii Khanna, Santhosh Prathap, and more.

'I’m an Ansari, And I’m Not a Mafia': Afzal Ansari Plays 'Mukhtar' Sympathy Card in Fortress Ghazipur

Afzal Ansari, donning a hat and shades, tells villagers in rural Ghazipur that the government calls him a “mafia” while he has always been a “messiah of the poor”. Have you ever seen a mafia wearing a ‘hawai chappal’ or drive a 12-year-old car, Ansari asks News18 when confronted. A court convicted him under the Gangsters Act in 2023 and handed him a four-year jail term.Situated next to the BJP’s bastion of Varanasi, Ghazipur is a Samajwadi Party...

After Covishield, it's Covaxin: Adverse effects Covaxin users may face

A one-year follow-up study by a team of researchers at BHU revealed that nearly one-third of 926 recipients of Bharat Biotech's anti-Covid vaccine, Covaxin, reported adverse events of special interest, or AESI.

Deepika Padukone Says Auditioning For Hollywood Films Was A 'Challenging Experience'

Deepika Padukone, known for her myriad successes, recently added another feather to her cap. Joining the esteemed company of Eva Longoria, Uma Thurman, and Lee Sung Jin, Deepika has been recognised as a disruptor for the class of movers & shakers 2024 by an international publication Deadline. In her candid conversation with the publication, Deepika shared insights into her journey in the entertainment industry, addressing the stigma surrounding...

Gold price gains for second consecutive week, silver surges to 11-year peak

At 1304 GMT, spot gold surged by 0.9% to $2,396.81 per ounce. Bullion prices have climbed by 1.5% this week, following a one-month high on Thursday. In the meantime, gold futures for June delivery in the U.S. concluded 0.4% lower, settling at 2385.50 per ounce.

Lok Sabha election 2024: NDA may not win 370-410 seats, but will improve 2019 tally, says Antique Broking

Lok Sabha election 2024: Antique Stock Broking believes the drop in voter turnout might have a minimal impact on BJP-held seats. The drop is mainly seen in seats where the party won with a high winning margin of over 20 per cent in 2019.

Moderna wins patent dispute in Europe against Pfizer, BioNTech over Covid jab

Moderna said on Friday the European Patent Office had upheld the validity of one of the company's key patents, a win in an ongoing COVID-19 vaccine dispute with Pfizer and BioNTech.Pfizer and BioNTech have countersued, alleging that Moderna's patent is invalid, after the companies' rival vaccines generated billions in revenues during the pandemic. Pfizer said it was disappointed and would consider all legal options and may appeal the...

Govt issues security warning for Microsoft Windows, Office and Bing users

CERT-In has issued a high security warning for Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Dynamic, Bing browser, Microsoft Developer tools, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft apps users.

Taarak Mehta actor Gurucharan Singh returns home, says he was on a 'religious journey'

'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' actor Gurucharan Singh, who had been missing since April 22, has returned home, said the police. The actor upon his return said he was on a religious journey, police said. A case of kidnapping was filed by the Delhi Police after his aged father filed a missing complaint on April 22. According to police, Gurucharan Singh told the officials that he had left his worldly life and was on a religious journey....

9 important features coming to your smartphone with Android 15 update- All details

Google finally announced Android 15 with these 9 exciting features. Know what's coming to our Android devices this year.

KP.2: This is what China has to say about the new COVID variant

China monitors the KP.2 COVID-19 variant closely, with minimal cases reported. Health experts advise hygiene practices and a balanced diet. The new variant of COVID-19, known as KP.2, has been making headlines globally with nearly 100 cases in India alone. But what does China have to say about it? Read all about it here.

IMD issues heatwave warning in 4 states; heavy to very heavy rainfall in 3 states

NEW DELHI: The Indian Meteorological Department issued a warning on Friday about a possible heatwave in Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar that is expected to last for at least four days. Additionally, heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and southern Karnataka. The weather agency also re...

Delhi airport declared full emergency as Air India flight with 175 onboard caught fire mid-air

Air India flight with 175 passengers onboard faced a mis-air scare on Friday due to a suspected fire in the air conditioning unit. The incident triggered a full emergency at IGI Airport. However, Flight 807 from Delhi to Bangalore landed safely at 6:38 pm

Friends, cousins and course mates recall fond memories of retired colonel Waibhav Kale killed in Gaza

PUNE: Colonel Waibhav Kale (retd), who was killed in Gaza while on United Nations (UN) duty, was cremated with the state honour at the crematorium in Pune cantonment limit on Friday evening. Kale, 46, was killed, and another staffer from the UN Department of Safety and Security (DSS) from Jordan was injured when their UN-marked vehicle was struck w...

Netizens Link Elderly Woman's Fight On Delhi's Crowded Road to 'Grover Mithaivala Collab' | Viral Video

Onlookers watched the commotion, which led to criticism from many online users for disrupting traffic. In the video, an elderly man eventually steps in, attempting to calm the agitated woman. Others soon follow, helping to de-escalate the situation. Despite the intervention, the reason behind the altercation remains unclear.

'I'm Sad For Naresh': Vijay Mallya Condoles Death Of Anita Goyal, Wife of Jet Airways Founder

Anita Goyal, wife of Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal, passed away in the wee hours of Thursday, according to a close family source. She was reportedly suffering from cancer and was in the third stage of her condition, undergoing treatment. However, Anita’s health had started declining over the past few months. After a long battle with the deadly disease, Anita Goyal died in a Mumbai hospital on Thursday at 3 am. Her mortal remains would be...

Norwich sack David Wagner as manager after playoff hammering by Leeds

Norwich City sacked David Wagner hours after they were thrashed by Leeds in Thursday’s playoff semi-final second leg, with the club keen to embark on a fresh approach. Defeat abruptly ended Norwich’s hopes of a return to the Premier League. Norwich were always minded to make a change this summer and an abject performance in a 4-0 defeat triggered action from the hierarchy. They are likely to appoint a younger head coach. Norwich’s sporting...

Reddit announces another big data-sharing AI deal — this time with OpenAI

OpenAI and Reddit announced a new partnership on Thursday in a move that will bring the social media platform's popular content to ChatGPT.

Prosus, Naspers appoint Fabricio Bloisi as CEO, replacing Ervin Tu

Prosus NV and Naspers Ltd. appointed Fabricio Bloisi as its chief executive officer, replacing interim CEO Ervin Tu.Bloisi, who was the CEO at iFood, will start on July 1, Amsterdam-based technology-investment firm Prosus said in an emailed statement. Tu will take on the role of president and chief investment officer.Tu has headed the companies since Bob van Dijk stepped down as the head of Prosus and Naspers in September.The group’s strategic...

Volodymyr Zelenskyy expects Russia to intensify offensive in northeast Ukraine

Russian forces, which have made only moderate advances in recent months, launched a surprise assault in Kharkiv region on May 10 that has resulted in their biggest territorial gains in a more than a year.

Jr NTR Files Petition In Telangana High Court Over Property Dispute

Jr NTR has filed a writ petition in the Telangana High Court challenging the decision of the Debt Recovery Tribunal about the ownership of a plot. This plot measures over 600 square yards in Jubilee Hills Housing Society. Jr NTR has filed the writ petition through the General Power of Attorney holder K Rajeshwar Rao seeking a direction to set aside the DRT order issued on April 30. The RRR actor had purchased the plot from a lady named Sunku...

11 deaths in first five days of Char Dham yatra as pilgrims flood routes

Requesting pilgrims to transparently disclose any medical conditions, Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey reassured that comprehensive health screening measures have been put in place.

After Beating Azim Premji, Savitri Jindal Becomes The 4th Richest Person In India | N18S | CNBC TV18

NHPC Dividend 2024: PSU stock under Rs 100 announces monetary reward

NHPC Dividend 2024: NHPC Ltd declared its earnings for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2024. The company has also declared a dividend payout to its shareholders. NHPC Ltd, on Friday said its net profit declined 18 per cent to Rs 611 crore in Q4 FY24. It was Rs 745 in the same quarter the corresponding year.

Poll outcome to be better than what Prashant Kishor could have delivered, says Jagan Mohan Reddy

CM Jagan's attack on former I-PAC head came after Kishor predicted massive defeat for YSRCP in an interview, a day ahead of polling in Andhra Pradesh.

Suriya-Bobby Deol's climax war scene in 'Kanguva' shot with 10,000 people

Actor Suriya's film 'Kanguva', directed by Siva, stars Bobby Deol and features a high-budget climax scene. Disha Patani also stars in this epic periodic action saga.

Good news for King Charles: His personal net worth sees dramatic surge, and it's far more than Queen Elizabeth II

King Charles is now the 258th wealthiest person in the United Kingdom, with an estimated net worth of $770 million.

'Autonomous navigation system': North Korea confirms ballistic missile launch

North Korea has conducted a test-firing of a tactical ballistic missile equipped with a "new autonomous navigation system", according to state media on Saturday. The launch was overseen by leader Kim Jong Un, who vowed to strengthen the country's nuclear capabilities. The missile was launched into the East Sea, also known as the Sea of Japan, to assess the "accuracy and reliability of the autonomous navigation system", as reported by the Korean...

DIVIDEND booster shot by COVID-19 vaccine maker - Check payout date

The board of directors of Pfizer recommended a 350 per cent dividend for its shareholders. In an exchange filing, Pfizer also announced the payout date for Pfizer's dividend.

Amit Choudhary Resigns As Wipro COO, Sanjeev Jain To Take Over

Indian IT services giant Wipro has announced that its Chief Operating Officer, Amit Choudhary, has stepped down with immediate effect to pursue opportunities outside the organisation. This news was disclosed in an exchange filing by the company. Choudhary, whose last day will be May 31, will be replaced by Sanjeev Jain effective immediately. Jain will be based in Bengaluru and will report to CEO and Managing Director Srinivas Pallia. He will...

Nakuul Mehta Bids Farewell To His Driver Of 12 Years With Heartfelt Note

Nakuul Mehta recently shared a sweet post about his driver, Tiwari, as he thanked him for his service. The actor hosted a farewell dinner for his friend of 12 years.

'Taarak Mehta...' actor Deepti Sadhwani sparkles in yellow on day 3 at Cannes 2024

'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' actor Deepti Sadhwani once again stunned fans with her second look at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. This time, the actor looked beautiful in a yellow dress.

Shohei Ohtani Day to be annual event in Los Angeles for duration of his Dodgers career

LOS ANGELES: It’s Shohei Ohtani Day in Los Angeles.The Japanese two-way superstar was honored at Los Angeles City Hall on Friday and presented with a city council resolution that declared May 17 as Shohei Ohtani Day for the duration of his Dodgers career.Ohtani signed a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the team in December, after spending six years in Anaheim with the Angels.The council recognized Ohtani for his athletic achievements,...

British Engineering Giant Arup Falls Victim To $25 Million Deepfake Scam

A British engineering firm, known for iconic structures like the Sydney Opera House, recently revealed how it was ensnared in a deep fake scam targeting one of its employees in Hong Kong, resulting in a loss of $25 million.London-based Arup confirmed to CNN on Friday that they reported the fraud incident to Hong Kong authorities in January. The company acknowledged the use of fake voices and images in the elaborate scam, which targeted a finance...

CUET UG 2024 held in 620 centres on Day 3 (May 17), NTA shares attendance data

CUET UG 2024: NTA is conducting history, political science and sociology today in three shifts.

Fed Chair Powell tests positive for COVID-19

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday and is experiencing symptoms. He is working from home and following CDC guidelines. Despite his illness, Powell plans to deliver his commencement address to Georgetown Law School on May 19 via prerecorded video.

Kartik Aaryan's relatives pass away in tragic Mumbai hoarding crash; actor attends funeral

A dust storm in Mumbai caused a hoarding collapse in Ghatkopar, resulting in 16 deaths, including Manoj Chansoria, Anita Chansoria, and Kartik Aaryan's relatives. The couple from Madhya Pradesh planned to visit their son in the United States. Their final rites were held at Sahar crematorium. After a 50-hour search, their remains were found.

Dividend stocks: These 10 companies rewarded shareholders today with dividends of up to ₹35

Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd’s (RVNL) Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹2.11 per equity share. Balkrishna Industries’ Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹4 per equity share. Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd’s (ZEEL) Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹1 per equity share. JSW Steel’s Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹7.30 per equity share. Zydus Lifesciences' Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹3 per equity share. Bharat Bijlee’s Board has recommended a dividend of ₹35 per equity share. Vinati Organics’s Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹7 per equity share. Bandhan Bank’s Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹1.5 per equity share. Dhanuka Agritech’s Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹6 per equity share. Tourism Finance Corporation of India Ltd’s Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹2.5 per equity share.