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New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): Union Minister of Communications, Jyotiraditya M Scindia, stated that India will have more than a billion users of 5G by the year 2030. Speaking at AIMA's 11th National Leadership Conclave, the Minister highlighted that India became the second-largest mobile phone producer globally. "India had the fastest 5G rollout in the world. 500,000 towers, ₹450,000 crore worth of capex. In a short period of four years, 400 million consumers. And our 5G consumers will go f ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar defended Delhi Capitals batter David Miller for his refusal to take a single in the IPL thriller against Gujarat Titans that cost his side the match, saying the South African's intent cannot be faulted. Needing two off two to reach 211, Miller refused a single off Prasidh Krishna on the penultimate ball. He missed the final delivery but ran for a single. However, Kuldeep Yadav, from the other end, was unable to beat Jos Buttler's direct ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 9 (Reuters) - Jos Buttler has been around long enough to know it usually takes perseverance to bring a run drought to an end and the Gujarat batter's resolve was finally rewarded with a stellar knock in the Titans' win over Delhi Capitals on Wednesday. England's former white‑ball captain had managed just 87 runs across eight innings in this year's Twenty20 World Cup but scores of 38 and 26 in the first two games of the Indian Premier League suggested a turnaround was at hand. ...Read More >
KSEAB Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2026 LIVE: The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) will announce 2nd PUC (Class 12) Results 2026 on 9 April 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Class 12 examination will be able to access their Class 12 marks memo at the official website of the board -- karresults.nic.in. This year, the Marks Card will be available digitally for the first time on DigiLocker which cn be accessed via digilocker.gov.in. The board is expected to activate the on ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) Realty firm Signature Global Ltd has reported a 5 per cent decline in its pre-sales to ₹1,540 crore in the fourth quarter of the last fiscal year amid slowdown in housing demand in Gurugram, Haryana. Its sales bookings stood at ₹1,620 crore in the year-ago period. During the 2025-26 fiscal, the sales bookings fell 20 per cent to ₹8,220 crore from a record ₹10,290 crore in the preceding year, Signature Global said in a regulatory filing on Wednesday. The company sold 2,1 ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): The recently held Screen Awards in Mumbai have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. After journalist Saurabh Dwivedi's perceived playful dig at actor Rajpal Yadav over his recent cheque-bounce case drew criticism from netizens, including Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, stand-up comedian Zakir Khan has now landed in controversy as well. His joke about the success of Dhurandhar and how it has allegedly sparked jealousy among some individua ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 7 (PTI) The government is considering a ₹2.5 lakh crore credit guarantee scheme to support businesses, especially MSMEs impacted by the West Asia crisis, sources said. Under the scheme, a credit guarantee of about 90 per cent on loans of up to ₹100 crore would be provided to lenders in case of default by borrowers due to the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The guarantee on bank loans would be provided by the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company (NCGTC), a wholly-owned subsidiary ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Oil prices have been on the boil since the war between the US, Israel and Iran broke out on 28 February. To ease supply concerns and prices of over $100 per barrel, the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies including Russia, together known as OPEC+, agreed to increase production in May. Mint looks at how the proposed rise in output might impact global prices. With the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, about 20% of global energy supplies from Gulf countri ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 6 (ANI): Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming emphasised that T20 cricket can change rapidly and a batter in form can be highly dominant, while expressing strong confidence in Sanju Samson, assuring that the team will fully support him as he continues to grow in the CSK setup. This came after Chennai Super Kings' marquee signing for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Sanju Samson, endured another disappointing outing, failing for the third ...Read More >
Summary The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) started consultations with electric two-wheeler makers on 2 April, as it looks to rev up its five-year-old 'Go Electric' campaign, eyeing a micro-level awareness on EV benefits, two people aware of the matter said. The West Asia war-triggered energy supply shocks are pushing India to speed up its shift to electric mobility to cut its oil import dependence and cushion the economy from volatility. Towards this, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) s ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 5 (ANI): Virat Kohli has opened up about why Indian Premier League (IPL) matches between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium are always charged with extraordinary energy and competitive spirit. Speaking in a video clip shared by Star Sports on Instagram, Kohli explained that the intensity of the encounters stems not only from on-field rivalries but also from passionate fan support. Notably, the video, ...Read More >
Thane, Apr 5 (PTI) A family from Maharashtra's Thane district was allegedly swindled of more than Rs 1.66 crore by a man who exploited their fear of "black magic" and promised them divine remedies through elaborate rituals and pilgrimages, police said on Sunday. The Kasarvadavali police district on April 2 registered a first information report (FIR) against Manjunath Shetty, a resident of Andheri in neighbouring Mumbai, based on the family's allegations that they were manipulated into paying th ...Read More >
Indian stock market: The Indian stock market ended on a lower note for a sixth straight week, slipping by nearly half a per cent amid heightened volatility driven by a blend of global and domestic uncertainties. The holiday-shortened week started on a weak footing, as rising US-Iran tensions and a surge in crude oil prices dampened sentiment, leading to widespread selling. On Thursday, the market closed FY26 on a subdued note, with the Sensex declining 1,635 points (2.22%) and the Nifty slippi ...Read More >
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar economic engine, contributing significantly to India's economy and redefining the business of sport, according to a recent report by Kotak Mutual Fund. The report noted that the IPL ecosystem is currently valued at around USD 18 billion as of FY25, placing it among the world's leading sporting leagues. Remarkably, a tournament spanning just two months now generates economic value comparable to India's entire sports industry, ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 4 (Reuters) - Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer said an internal competitive edge has driven his side's early-season success rather than any desire to impress those outside the dressing room, after scoring a second successive Indian Premier League (IPL) win on Friday. The team stormed to the top of the IPL standings by chasing down 210 with eight balls to spare against Chennai Super Kings, completing another statement victory to open their campaign with back-to-back wins. Thei ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 2 (ANI): The Royal Challengers Bengaluru side began their 2026 IPL campaign by scripting history, pulling off the fastest 200-plus chase in IPL history against Sunrisers Hyderabad, chasing down the target in just 15.4 overs. "In our team, we have players at very different stages of their careers. All of them are eager to learn, and my role is to understand what each individual needs, while ultimately preparing them for match situations. Where they bat and th ...Read More >
New Delhi, Delhi, India - Sensodyne, Haleon's leading oral care brand, is strengthening its commitment to better oral health in India with the launch of its 'Know Your Dental Age' initiative, placing the concept of Dental Age at the forefront of proactive care. India continues to face a significant oral health gap, with 9 in 10 people experiencing dental issues and most seeking treatment only when symptoms become severe. To drive early awareness and encourage preventive habits, Sensodyne has par ...Read More >
Also Read | Kerala election: Who will win Wayanad, Kasaragod? Check opinion poll predictions The manifesto places a strong emphasis on social security measures, including free travel for women on all Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses. It also promises to increase welfare pensions to ₹3,000 per month. In addition, college-going girls would receive a monthly allowance of ₹1,000 to support their education, according to PTI. The UDF has proposed a comprehensive ₹25 lakh insuran ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Centre has exempted 40 critical petrochemical feedstocks and intermediates from duties to cushion domestic industry from supply disruptions triggered by the Iran war, the finance ministry said on Thursday. The relief, which will be in place until end-June, covers key inputs such as ammonia used in fertilizer production, a critical component for food security. The ministry described the move as a "targeted relief" aimed at ensuring the availability of essential petrochemical inpu ...Read More >
Thane, Apr 2 (PTI) Civic bodies in Maharashtra's Thane district have reported a surge in tax collections for the 2025-26 financial year, driven by aggressive recovery drives, amnesty schemes, and a shift towards digital payments, officials said. The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) recorded a collection of ₹878.37 crore, up from ₹810 crore last year, with 87.37 per cent of taxpayers using online or digital modes, a release said. The Majiwada-Manpada ward emerged as the highest contributor, ac ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a second special meeting of the cabinet committee on security on Wednesday to safeguard India amid the war in West Asia. With the Strait of Hormuz blockade squeezing global energy markets, the Prime Minister reviewed a cross-departmental strategy to diversify the supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). During the meeting, the cabinet secretary briefed the Prime Minister on measures to ensure adequate availability o ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 1 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Abhishek Nayar has reaffirmed the franchise's strong belief in Cameron Green ahead of their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Thursday, underlining that the Australian all-rounder remains a key part of their long-term vision despite early challenges. KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane earlier addressed a question regarding Green after the all-rounder did not bowl in the team's first match of the IPL, against M ...Read More >
Kolkata, Apr 1 (PTI) The escalating West Asia conflict is beginning to exert cost pressure on India's real estate sector, with material prices rising and industry leaders warning of a potential 5 per cent spike in construction costs if hostilities persist through April. Construction schedules are also likely to be affected because of shortage of materials and resources if the conflict prolongs. Harshavardhan Neotia, Chairman of Ambuja Neotia Group, said the crisis is triggering a "classic cost ...Read More >
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) share price jumped over 5% to ₹114.89 apiece in Wednesday's trading session after the company reported strong Q4 business update. The company's outstanding loan book reached ₹93,075 crore at the end of the year, marking a 22% increase from ₹76,282 crore reported in the fourth quarter of the prior year. On March 30, IREDA announced that it had entered into a facility agreement with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) to secure external c ...Read More >
Mullanpur (Punjab) [India], April 1 (ANI): Following his side's win over the Gujarat Titans (GT), Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer gave an update following a nasty hit on his wrist and hailed debutant Cooper Connolly's composed, well-paced knock which took the last year's runners-up to the finishing line despite a brief collapse. Connolly's magnificent 72* in 44 balls guided PBKS to a three-wicket win over GT in their IPL opener at Mullanpur. While PBKS have started the 2026 season with ...Read More >
New Delhi: India has removed the ₹10 lakh cap on export by courier firms and enabled the return of uncleared parcels to senders from 1 April, easing shipment constraints and improving turnaround times, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) said on Tuesday. The changes that were first announced in the FY27 Union budget are part of reforms to strengthen and streamline e-commerce exports and the broader courier-based cross-border trades, the CBIC said. These changes aim to boost ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, March 31 (Reuters) - Former India players Mohammad Kaif and Piyush Chawla would love to see Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who turned 15 on Friday, fast-tracked into India's Twenty20 squad following the teen's latest heroics in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Sooryavanshi had a sensational debut season in the IPL last year, hitting the first ball he faced for six and later smashing a 35-ball hundred in another match. He was the player of the tournament in India's Under-19 World Cup victory ...Read More >
MUMBAI : Proprietary traders, whose cost of capital is set to rise sharply under the banking regulator's new funding directives on capital market exposure, posted a significant increase in market share in the popular index options space. Their gross market share based on premium turnover jumped by 230 basis points (bps) year-on-year to 49.5% in the nine months through 2025-26, according to data sourced from the country's largest stock exchange, National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE). A basi ...Read More >
Mumbai: Google Pay has been distributing personal loans on behalf of its lending partners for several years and has now expanded its product suite to include credit cards. However, while personal loans are a third-party product, the credit card launch is the first native product introduced by the payments giant, which aims to go beyond distribution and create a credit ecosystem on the platform. "We're not doing this simply because we have distribution power. If that was the case, I would have g ...Read More >
Mumbai: The recent exemption of retail health insurance from the goods and services tax regime has helped reduce premiums. But that alone is not enough to drive growth as the industry continues to battle issues such as high medical inflation, inadequate coverage, differentiated healthcare and claims experience, insurers said in a panel discussion at Mint's BFSI Conclave 2025. "The premiums have come down by 18%. Does it mean that everyone is going to take insurance? No, that's not going to happ ...Read More >
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