New Delhi : It’s a high-voltage clash in Ahmedabad as Gujarat Titans take on Rajasthan Royals in what is being dubbed the “Jos Buttler Derby.” The former England white-ball captain, now a key member of the Gujarat Titans squad, will play against his former franchise for the first time in eight years, adding an emotional…
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New Delhi : Indian benchmark indices opened lower on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, tracking weakness in global equities and cautious investor sentiment ahead of macroeconomic events. The 30-share BSE Sensex fell 123.25 points to start the session at 74,103.83, while the broader NSE Nifty 50 slipped 75.55 points, beginning the day at 22,460.30. This opening…
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NEW DELHI, 09 APR 2025: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated and participated in Navkar Mahamantra Divas at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi today. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted the profound spiritual experience of the Navkar Mantra, emphasizing its ability to bring peace and stability to the mind. He remarked on the extraordinary feeling of tranquility,…
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Myanmar : The death toll from the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar’s central region has risen to 3,645, according to official figures released by the country’s National Disaster Management Authority. The 7.2 magnitude quake, which hit on Monday morning, has left a trail of destruction, reducing entire villages to rubble and cutting off access to…
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Santo Domingo : A catastrophic roof collapse at a packed nightclub in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, has left at least 66 people dead and over 150 injured, plunging the nation into mourning. Among the victims is a provincial governor, whose presence at the concert highlights the high-profile nature of the event.…
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In a major escalation of trade tensions, the United States on Tuesday imposed 104 percent tariffs on imports from China, a significant step beyond the initially announced 34 percent increase. The hike, part of a broader reciprocal tariff strategy, reflects Washington’s response to Beijing’s refusal to withdraw its countermeasures against American goods. Initially, the US…
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Bihar : In a significant move aimed at aligning the remuneration structure of junior ministerial ranks with inflation and evolving administrative responsibilities, the Bihar government has approved a 30 percent hike in the salary and allowances of Ministers of State (MoS) and Deputy Ministers. The decision was taken during a state cabinet meeting chaired by…
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New Delhi : Karnataka-based writer, activist, and lawyer Banu Mushtaq’s short story collection Heart Lamp has been shortlisted for the International Booker Prize 2025. Translated from Kannada to English by Deepa Bhasthi, the book has carved its name in history as the first-ever Kannada language title to be recognized at this prestigious global platform. Heart…
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New Delhi : The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday unveiled its first monetary policy decision for the financial year 2025–26 (FY26) against the backdrop of heightened global trade tensions and emerging macroeconomic headwinds. The three-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, chaired by newly appointed RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, concluded today, with the policy…
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Gopalganj: The vibrant stage of Gopalganj Thawe Mahotsav lit up with mesmerizing performances by the artists of Samayik Parivesh, leaving the audience spellbound. The highlight of the evening was the soulful rendition of ghazals written by renowned Indian litterateur and the founder-president of Samayik Parivesh, Mamta Mehrotra. Popular singers Neetu Kumari Navgeet and Rajesh Kesari…
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