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Government mops up 31.5k cr from LIC share sale
The government has successfully divested a 6.5% stake in LIC, generating an impressive Rs 31,552 crore. The strong demand during the offer for sale led to shares being priced at Rs 383.69 each. This monumental fundraising achievement marks the largest public offering in the history of the Indian stock market. Following this divestment, public shareholding
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BCCI to standardise Bronco, 2K fitness test parameters after ENG tour debacle
The Indian team went through a change in fitness testing drills after Adrian Leroux replaced Soham Desai as the strength and conditioning coach last year. It is learnt that the BCCI medical team, which includes the CoE and the Indian team, has struggled to work in sync to assess the fitness of players. Since Leroux
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Life’s changed in J&K, Ladakh since Article 370, 35(A) repeal: PM Modi
Prime Minister Modi emphasised the significant transformation taking place in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The repeal of Article 370 opened a new chapter, leading to increased infrastructure and opportunities in the region. Empowerment and constitutional rights have been extended to women and marginalized communities, marking the beginning of a new era characterized by peace
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Government hits out at Pakistan’s malicious propaganda against India
In a strong rebuttal, India rejected Pakistan’s Youm-e-Istehsal, deeming it as propaganda intended to obscure its own human rights abuses and terrorism connections. The Indian government asserted that the constitutional changes in Jammu and Kashmir fall within its sovereignty, whilst the global community takes note of the human rights oppression occurring in Pakistan-administered regions. Pakistan
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Jana Nayagan day 14: Thalapathy Vijay film drops 14.3%, India net at Rs 183.35 crore
Jana Nayagan’s box office collections saw a further slowdown on its fourteenth day. The action drama collected an estimated Rs 1.80 crore in India on Wednesday. Its India net collection has now reached Rs 183.35 crore after fourteen days. Worldwide gross collections for the film have now crossed Rs 306 crore. Tamil Nadu remained the
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Government orders blocking of 7,393 links involved in film pirac
The government has directed online intermediaries to block 7,393 links involved in film piracy. This action includes the blocking of 4,996 Telegram channels and 1,263 websites. The information and broadcasting ministry disclosed this directive to the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. This move follows amendments to the Cinematograph Act in 2023. The legal framework against online
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Oregon vet left $150K job to soft-retire; relief work now pays twice as much
Coco Gauff’s rise to Grand Slam success is also the story of her family’s belief. Her parents changed their lives to support her dream, stayed by her side through pressure and celebrated every milestone with her. From Wimbledon at 15 to the 2023 US Open title, Gauff’s journey shows how faith, sacrifice and family can
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Candace Owens faces backlash over Charlie Kirk investigation claims
Candace Owens is facing renewed criticism after a viral X post accused her of dragging innocent people into her coverage of the Charlie Kirk investigation and promoting conspiracy theories. The criticism came as Owens addressed claims involving Frank Turek, saying viewers could judge his remarks for themselves, while previewing updates about Officer Bagley and Alan