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Dark face of govt exposed with 'K'taka No 1 in corruption' remark by CM's Economic Advisor: BJP
Bengaluru, April 9: Referring to the remarks by the CM's Economic Advisor Basavaraj Rayareddy that “Karnataka was number one in terms of corruption”, BJP state President B.Y. Vijayendra, claimed on Wednesday that the Congress MLA has “exposed the dark face of this government's corruption.”
TN govt convenes all-party meet on NEET today
Chennai, April 9: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K Stalin has convened an all-party meeting on Wednesday to discuss further steps regarding the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) exemption Bill for which the President has withheld assent.
Kharge pays tribute to Gujarat's legacy in nation-building, Gandhi and Sardar Patel's vision
Ahmedabad, April 9: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday paid tributes to Gujarat's legacy in nation-building, Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel's vision.
RBI to expand ambit of co-lending to enhance credit flow
New Delhi, April 9: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday announced a major proposal to liberalise the RBI's co-lending guidelines for banks and NBFCs to expand their ambit beyond priority sector lending to which they are currently restricted.
Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol-starrer 'DDLJ' gets a statue erected in Leicester Square
Mumbai, April 9: Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol's 1995 blockbuster “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” (DDLJ) by Yash Raj Films is set to become the first ever statue honouring Indian cinema to be erected in London's Leicester Square.
J&K Assembly adjourned for three hours as BJP, NC legislators protest
Jammu, April 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed pandemonium on Wednesday following which Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather adjourned the House for three hours.
World Boxing forms Ajay Singh-led interim committee to oversee BFI affairs
Lausanne, April 9: World Boxing has formed an interim committee to oversee the affairs of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), following requests from Indian boxing stakeholders that outline concerns regarding the governance of the national body.
South Korea: Democratic Party leader Lee resigns from chairmanship to run for President
Seoul, April 9: South Korean Democratic Party (DP) leader Lee Jae-myung stepped down from the party chairmanship on Wednesday to run for President in the June 3 election, triggered by the ouster of former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol.
RBI cuts inflation forecast to 4 per cent for 2025-26
Mumbai, April 9: The Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee has reduced its inflation forecast for 2025-26 to 4 per cent from 4.2 per cent earlier as the “outlook for food inflation has turned decisively positive,” RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said on Wednesday.
IPL 2025: Uthappa wants Dhoni to bat 'little higher up the order'
New Delhi, April 9: Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa weighed in on the conversation around MS Dhoni's intent and evolving role at Chennai Super Kings after the 18-run loss to Punjab Kings and said the way veteran wicketkeeper batter is playing right now, he should come high up in the order.
At Navkar Mahamantra event, PM Modi's special gesture in the spotlight
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and participated in the Navkar Mahamantra Divas programme at Vigyan Bhawan on Wednesday. He spoke highly of the spiritual experience of the Navkar Mantra and also emphasized its ability to bring peace and stability to the mind.
Sonakshi Sinha celebrates her 'ghar wapasi' with a special date night with hubby Zaheer Iqbal
Mumbai, April 9: Actress Sonakshi Sinha marked a heartwarming "ghar wapasi" with a special date night alongside her husband, Zaheer Iqbal.
Censor Board clears Nandamuri Kalyan Ram's 'Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi' for release with U/A certificate
Chennai, April 9: The Censor Board of Film Certification has cleared Nandamuri Kalyan Ram's most-awaited Telugu movie 'Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi'for release with a U/A certificate.
Stay strong little warrior, says Jr NTR to Pawan Kalyan's son Mark Shankar
Chennai, April 9: Wishing Andhra Pradesh Deputy chief Minister and actor Pawan Kalyan's young son Mark Shankar a speedy recovery, one of Telugu film industry's top stars Jr NTR has asked the “little warrior” to “stay strong”.
Navkar Mahamantra Day: Over 10,000 in Surat chant mantra for world peace
New Delhi, April 9: In a grand show of unity and spirituality, over 10,000 people gathered in Surat on the occasion of Navkar Mahamantra Day to chant the sacred Navkar Mantra, promoting a global message of peace and harmony.
Nick Jonas talks about 'quiet family time' with wife Priyanka, daughter Malti
New York, April 9: Popstar and actor Nick Jonas, who has been married to Indian star Priyanka Chopra since 2018 and has three-year-old Malti Marie, is starring in the Broadway premiere of 'The Last Five Years', which has helped him to enjoy a "nice change of pace" as they all base themselves in New York for the show.
India's data centre capacity set to surge 77 pc to reach 1.8 GW by 2027
Mumbai, April 9: India's data centre industry is poised for robust growth, with capacity projected to surge 77 per cent by 2027, reaching a staggering 1.8 GW, a report showed on Wednesday.
RBI lowers GDP growth forecast to 6.5 pc for 2025-26 as global uncertainties spike
Mumbai, April 9: The RBI's monetary policy committee has reduced its projection for India's GDP growth in 2025-26 by 20 basis points to 6.5 per cent from 6.7 per cent due to global trade and policy uncertainties in the wake of the US tariff hikes, Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra said on Wednesday.
RBI MPC decisions to boost domestic growth amid global economic turmoil: CII
New Delhi, April 9: The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) accommodative monetary policy, combined with the government's growth-centric fiscal policy, will help boost domestic growth amid global economic turmoil, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) said on Wednesday.
Our lives will be better by following what PM Modi, gurus say: CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, April 9: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech at the Navkar Mahamantra Day event, saying that if one follows what he and spiritual gurus say, then "our lives will be better".
Impactful: PM Modi's Navkar Mahamantra Divas address receives warm praise from Jain community
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech during the inauguration of the Navkar Mahamantra Divas at Vigyan Bhawan in Delhi has deeply resonated with the Jain community across the country.
Akshay Kumar's powerful new look as C Sankaran Nair represents tradition, resistance, and truth
Mumbai, April 9: Akshay Kumar, who is gearing up for the release of his next “Kesari Chapter 2,” has shared his striking new look as C. Sankaran Nair, a character that embodies tradition, resistance, and truth.
TN BJP leaders pay tributes to veteran Cong leader Ananthan; console Tamilisai over father's loss
Chennai, April 9: Senior BJP leaders from Tamil Nadu, including Union Minister of State, L. Murugan, BJP Legislative Party leader Nainar Nagendran, and Tamil Nadu BJP President K.
IMD issues heatwave alerts for Rajasthan districts
Jaipur, April 9: As temperatures rise abnormally in several parts of Rajasthan, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions in 20 districts on Wednesday.
NPCI to decide on person-to-merchant payments cap on UPI transactions: RBI
New Delhi, April 9: In order to further boost digital payments, the National Payments Corporation of India will be enabled to set the limit on person-to-merchants transactions via Unified Payments Interface (UPI), RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said on Wednesday.
RBI to issue new guidelines for gold loans
Mumbai, April 9: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced on Wednesday that it has been decided to issue comprehensive regulations on prudential norms and conduct-related aspects for gold loans following concerns raised over the issue.
'The Angry Birds Movie 3' to release worldwide on January 29, 2027
Mumbai, April 9: “The Angry Birds Movie 3,” which has Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, Rachel Bloom and Danny McBride reprising their roles as Red, Chuck, Silver, and Bomb, is all set to release theatrically on January 29, 2027.
'One of the top knocks I have ever seen in IPL': Iyer lauds Priyansh Arya's maiden ton
New Chandigarh, April 9: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer described youngster Priyansh Arya's match-winning maiden IPL ton against Chennai Super Kings as one of the best innings "he has ever seen" in the tournament.
Makers of Ram Charan's 'Peddi' promise audiences that they will deliver a great film
Chennai, April 9: Overwhelmed by the phenomenal response to the First Shot Glimpse of actor Ram Charan's upcoming film 'Peddi', the film's makers on Wednesday released a statement in which they promised audiences that they were “determined to deliver a great film”.
RBI cuts repo rate by 25 basis points, switches to accommodative stance to spur growth
Mumbai, April 9: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday announced a 25 basis cut in the policy rate from 6.25 per cent to 6 per cent and change in monetary policy stance from neutral to accommodative to accelerate economic growth.
Nadda launches patient referral portal for AIIMS; pilot to connect AIIMS Delhi and Bilaspur
New Delhi, April 9: Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda has launched a patient referral portal that will enable seamless and secure healthcare within the All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) network nationwide.
From vocal for local to water conservation: PM Modi calls for 'Nav Sankalp' to shape better future
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday at the Navkar Mahamantra Diwas inauguration addressed a global gathering and unveiled a set of nine resolutions, "Nav Sankalps", aimed at building a more sustainable, healthy, and prosperous future for the nation.
IPL 2025: PBKS allrounder Maxwell reprimanded for code of conduct breach
New Chandigarh, April 9: Punjab Kings allrounder Glenn Maxwell has been fined 25 per cent of his match fees and has also accumulated one demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during his team's match against Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday night.
Jon Hamm shares why he feels Hollywood has entered a new era
Los Angeles, April 9: Hollywood star Jon Hamm feels the concept of a "leading man" belongs to a different era.
Javed Ali reveals why he instantly agreed to be part of the song 'Koyal'
Mumbai, April 9: Singer Javed Ali has shared the reason behind his decision to join the track "Koyal." Known for his soulful voice, Ali revealed why he instantly connected with the song and felt compelled to be a part of it.
Michael B. Jordan says 'Ryan Coogler convinced me I could become a movie star'
Los Angeles, April 9: Hollywood star Michael B. Jordan has heaped praise on filmmaker Ryan Coogler and said that the director played an instrumental role in his success.
Saiyami Kher: I'm always drawn to old Hindi classics, they never get old
New Delhi, April 9: Actress and fitness enthusiast Saiyami Kher has talked about her guilty pleasures and revealed that she indulges in “anything chocolate” and is also drawn to Hindi classics by Kishore Kumar and R.D. Burman, as they never get old.
PM Modi joins Navkar Mahamantra event, says heritage connected to Viksit Bharat
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the philosophy of Navkar Mahamantra is connected to the vision of Viksit Bharat and developed India means development as well as heritage.
TN panchayat dept allocates Rs 60 cr for renovation of primary, middle schools
Chennai, April 9: The Tamil Nadu Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department has earmarked Rs 60 crore for the repair and renovation of primary and middle schools across 2,338 village panchayats in the state.
Randeep Hooda: I have always loved action as a genre
Mumbai, April 9: Actor Randeep Hooda is excited about stepping back into the action zone after five years post the release of the Chris Hemsworth-starrer “Extraction” and said that he has always loved the “action as a genre” because “there is something raw, visceral, and thrilling about it.”