In July, Mumbai will be the center of attention for one of India’s grandest weddings as Reliance chairman Mukesh Ambani’s youngest son, Anant Ambani, ties the knot with Radhika Merchant, daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant. Pre-wedding festivities will commence in March in Gujarat’s Jamnagar, with guests including global elites. Ahead of what promises to be…
A bold projection by global brokerage Jefferies foresees India’s meteoric rise on the global economic stage, positioning it as the world’s third-largest economy by 2027, with a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) poised to hit $5 trillion. This optimistic outlook underscores India’s remarkable growth trajectory fuelled by demographic advantages, institutional enhancements, and governance improvements. According to…
In a dramatic turn of events, four prominent investors of Byju’s, one of India’s leading edtech firms, have launched a legal onslaught against its CEO and founder, Byju Raveendran, challenging his fitness to lead the company. The investors have accused Raveendran and the top management of oppression and mismanagement, igniting a fierce battle for control…
In response to the unfortunate death of a farmer at the Khanauri Border crossing in Sangrur district, Punjab, during ongoing protests, the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) is gearing up for a significant demonstration called ‘Black Friday.’ Led by Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait, protesting farmers are set to launch a series of impactful…
According to a survey conducted by a US-based global decision intelligence agency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emerged as the most popular global leader, boasting an impressive 78 percent approval rating. Surpassing prominent figures such as US President Joe Biden, and UK’s Rishi Sunak, Modi’s popularity continues to soar on the international stage. The survey,…
Under the latest recommendations of the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE), the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has put forth a proposal to introduce Open Book Examinations (OBE) for students in classes 9 to 12. The CBSE suggests conducting a trial phase of open-book tests in selected schools for English, Mathematics, and…
On a momentous occasion, Chief Minister of Odisha, Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the Bagchi Sri Shankara Cancer Centre and Research Institute, a monumental addition to the state’s healthcare infrastructure. This comprehensive cancer hospital, erected on 22 acres of land in Bhubaneswar, marks a significant stride towards providing quality and affordable cancer care in the region. With…
In a sweeping operation, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched searches at 30 locations associated with former Jammu and Kashmir governor Satya Pal Malik. This development is part of an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption surrounding the Kiru Hydropower project. With a team of approximately 100 officers deployed, the agency commenced its probe…
The Enforcement Directorate has taken a significant step against Byju’s CEO Byju Raveendran by issuing a lookout notice, barring him from leaving India. This development comes ahead of the edtech firm’s Extraordinary General Meeting scheduled for February 23, as reported on February 22. According to ANI, the Enforcement Directorate has directed the Bureau of Immigration…
Singer Sona Mohapatra has taken a stand against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent comments targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai regarding the inauguration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Mohapatra defended Rai against what she perceived as demeaning remarks and criticized the exploitation of women for political gain. During the…
