Indian markets saw strong gains on Wednesday, bolstered by a global rally. The Nifty 50 rose by 296.85 points and the BSE Sensex increased by 972.33 points. Almost all sectoral indices, including Nifty Bank and Nifty Auto, surged around 1%. Experts warn against trading amid volatility but note long-term potential for investors.
Read MoreChief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan criticized Union Minister Bhupender Yadav for accusing illegal settlements and unauthorized mining of causing Wayanad landslides. Vijayan called the remarks an insult to disaster victims, clarifying that the nearest quarry was 10.2 km away, and emphasized Kerala’s eco-conscious history. Yadav’s claims were viewed as politically motivated and factually incorrect.
Read MoreSheikh Hasina returned to India after nearly fifty years amid political tension in Bangladesh. Reminded of her 1975 exile following her father’s assassination, she arrived at Hindon Air Force base and reminisced about her past years in Delhi. She then lived in Delhi under Indira Gandhi’s protection before returning to her homeland in 1981.
Read MoreShrini, a 26-year-old, faced persistent harassment from a motorcycle app rider named Ravi. Despite blocking him and reporting him to the ride service, he continued stalking her through various phone numbers and social media accounts. Threatened with having personal photos exposed, she involved the police who are now investigating the case.
Read MoreBangladeshi actor Shanto Khan and his father Selim Khan were lynched by an angry mob in Chandpur, Bangladesh following the news of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. Selim, a notable film producer with ties to the Tollywood industry, had been working on several films, including ‘Commando’ starring Dev. Both men attempted to flee after...
Read MoreAgriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, farmers have received Rs 1.6 lakh crore in insurance claims against Rs 32,440 crore in premiums since 2016-17. He emphasized the scheme’s farmer-friendly and affordable nature, noting the introduction of a 12% penalty for delayed claim disbursal from the Kharif...
Read MoreVelayudhan PT, a long-serving postman, visited the now-lost village of Mundakkai in Wayanad after a devastating tragedy only to find no trace of the dwellings and post office where he had worked for over three decades. His family narrowly escaped the disaster that obliterated his home and the village he had grown to call...
Read MoreThe Supreme Court of India assigned the management of the Gokarna Mahabaleshwara temple in Karnataka to former judge B N Srikrishna and the Karwar district judge. The decision came after inter-group rivalry led to a stalemate. The court granted Srikrishna veto power, while the Karnataka government can replace the committee’s private members chosen by...
Read MorePune police were directed by the Juvenile Justice Board to respond to a plea for the release of a Porsche Taycan involved in a crash that injured two techies, driven by a minor. The minor’s release from observation home has been ordered, while his parents face charges. The police oppose releasing the car as...
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