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11.03 / 09:13

markets Digital Experts RAI reports Courts AgustaWestland VVIP Chopper scam: Delhi court orders jail authorities to allow Christian Michel James to renew his passport to fulfil bail conditions

James submitted before the Special CBI judge Sanjeev Aggarwal that he would need at least two months to apply for and get access to a passport as the same had expired. The accused, Michel James, needs to surrender his passport to the court authorities as one of the conditions required to be fulfilled for the grant of bail. On March 7, the Court directed Michel James to furnish a bond of Rs 5 lakh with one surety of the same amount as part of his bail conditions. The court had also directed Michel to surrender his passport. Since his passport had already expired, the court directed him to apply for a new passport with the British High Commission as per the prescribed rules.

11.03 / 09:13

markets Waters Food Death hospital reports ventilators Crash diet turns fatal: Kerala teen influenced by online weight loss advice dies due to anorexia

Thalassery hospital confirmed that she was suffering from anorexia and weighed just 24 kg at the time of her death. The teen, identified as Sree Nanda, had stopped consuming solid food for nearly six months and was undergoing treatment for her condition. As per reports, Sree Nanda was heavily influenced by online weight loss advice and was surviving on water. Dr. Nagesh Manohar Prabhu, a physician at Thalassery Co-operative Hospital, told ANI, “She was hardly 24 kgs, bedridden. Her sugar levels, sodium, and BP were low. She was put on ventilator support. But her condition did not improve, and she succumbed.”

11.03 / 08:35

Digital security economy pandemic trends inclusion shock As India’s consumption landscape evolves, we must strengthen our economic recovery

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. India’s consumption landscape has undergone a significant transformation over the last two decades, influenced by shifts in income distribution, economic shocks and changes in spending behaviour. Data from PRICE’s ICE 360 pan-India household survey provide a detailed account of these trends, shedding light on the financial resilience of different income groups and the impact of events such as the pandemic.

11.03 / 08:23

markets Sustainability Wildlife biodiversity mountaineering Safari by gondola? Luxe African vacations get a cool new twist

safari slang for off-roading—helping wildlife enthusiasts spot everything from lions to pangolins. There are fleets of hot air balloons, canoes and pontoon boats, too, all offering different vantages of the continent’s vast biodiversity. But there’s only one solar-powered cable car system meant to get you eye-to-eye with giraffes or hovering above baobab branches. When it opens in May, the six-seat Solfari gondola will be a new claim to fame for the Unesco-designated Vhembe Biosphere Reserve, in South Africa’s little-visited Limpopo province. The amenity will be exclusive to guests of a new luxury lodge there, the six-suite, solar-powered Few & Far Luvhondo, where rates start at $1,800 per person per night. This aerial amenity is the invention of Jacob Dusek, who with wife Sarah Dusek founded the American glamping company Under Canvas. After selling the company to KSL Capital Partners for more than $100 million in 2018, the pair moved to Cape Town and launched a venture capital firm to invest in female-run African companies. By fall 2019 the firm was smoothly up and running, and the pair yearned to return to their nature-tourism roots in their newly adopted homeland.

11.03 / 08:23

markets Digital Death Experts RAI Inside Gangster Aman Sao killed in encounter with police in Jharkhand's Palamu

Aman Sao was killed in an encounter when members of his gang tried to free him from police custody in Jharkhand's Palamu district on Tuesday, officials said. The incident took place a day after state Director General of Police Anurag Gupta said most crime plots in Jharkhand are being hatched inside jails and executed with the help of criminal gangs. The shootout happened on Tuesday morning when the gangster, accused in over 150 cases and convicted in some cases, was being brought to Ranchi from Raipur jail in neighbouring Chhattisgarh, they said. «Suddenly, members of Sao's gang attacked the vehicle in which he was being brought and attempted to free him near Chainpur in Ramgarh police station area, around 180 km from Ranchi, resulting in a gunfight in which Sao was killed and another police personnel was injured,» Medininagar Sub-divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Manibhushan Prasad said. Officials said that as his gang members launched the attack to free him, Sao snatched an INSAS rifle from an STF jawan and started firing, prompting the police to retaliate in self-defence, leading to Sao's death. Palamu Superintendent of Police Reeshma Ramesan said Sao was being brought to Ranchi from Raipur in connection with an NIA case.

11.03 / 08:23

markets FIVE Parke trends Celebrity show exclusive Kajol buys commercial space in Mumbai’s Goregaon for Rs 28.78 cr

Kajol Devgan has purchased commercial retail space spread over 4,365 sq ft on the ground floor of a residential tower in Mumbai’s western suburb of Goregaon for over Rs 28.78 crore. The deal registered on March 6 values the commercial space at Rs 65,940 per sq ft. The purchase reflects a trend among high-net-worth individuals and celebrities investing in commercial real estate for stable rental yields and long-term capital appreciation. The transaction also includes stamp duty charges of approximately Rs 1.72 crore, and the agreement grants Kajol Devgan exclusive access to four designated car parking spaces, showed the documents accessed through IndexTap.com.

11.03 / 08:23

Entertainment film Experts Celebrity stage consequences stars Oru Jaathi Jathakam to Ramam Raghavam: Watch Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil OTT releases on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar

Malayalam cinema takes the spotlight with Oru Jaathi Jathakam, a romantic comedy starring Vineeth Sreenivasan, and Rekhachithram, a gripping mystery thriller led by Asif Ali. Telugu audiences can dive into Ramam Raghavam, an intense drama exploring family conflicts. Meanwhile, Ponman offers a dark comedy twist on financial struggles. For food lovers, Chef Mantra Season 2 returns with celebrity culinary battles, adding a flavorful touch to the week’s entertainment lineup.

11.03 / 08:23

markets Platform Strategy Instagram social Features Stock market? easy. Instagram? send help: Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath gets lost in social media maze

Nithin Kamath, the co-founder of Zerodha, has built one of India’s most successful financial platforms. He understands the complexities of stock markets, investment strategies, and wealth management like few others. But when it comes to social media—specifically Instagram—he’s completely lost. In a candid post on X (formerly Twitter), Kamath admitted that Instagram’s features left him baffled. «Trying to learn how to use Instagram. I don’t know if I am too old or this is just too complex to use,» he wrote, attaching a screenshot of a conversation with his colleagues. His team’s attempt to explain Instagram’s workings only added to his confusion—and to the amusement of thousands online.

11.03 / 08:23

markets UPS Target FIVE ETF RAI Which mutual funds hold highest exposure in IndusInd Bank?

IndusInd Bank plummeted 26% on Tuesday, hitting a fresh 52-week low of Rs 720.50, as multiple brokerages downgraded the stock and slashed target prices in the wake of an accounting discrepancy in its forex derivatives portfolio. Mutual funds held around 20.08 crore shares of IndusInd Bank in their portfolios, with a total market value of Rs 19,884 crore as of February 28, 2025. Around 35 AMCs and around 360 schemes had exposure in IndusInd Bank as of February 28, 2025. Five AMCs had over Rs 1,000 crore exposure in IndusInd Bank. ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund had the highest exposure of around Rs 3,778 crore and had around 3.81 crore shares in its portfolio in February.

11.03 / 08:23

markets Align wellness Diversity country reports International Adani Ports well positioned for strong growth amid India's development push: Report

ADSEZ) is well positioned to benefit from India's long-term growth due to its strategic business model and alignment with the country's development goals, according to a report by Macquarie Equity Research. The report highlighted ADSEZ's diversified port operations, strong cargo mix, and integrated logistics network as key factors supporting its resilience and long-term expansion. The report said, «ADSEZ is well positioned to capitalise on India's long-term growth potential due to its businesses' thematic alignment with the nation's development».

11.03 / 08:23

markets UPS Citi Platform Mobile Sustainability Uber ties up with Refex Green Mobility to deploy 1,000 EVs by 2026

Uber on Tuesday said it has tied up with Refex Green Mobility to deploy 1,000 electric vehicles across key cities by 2026, furthering its efforts to boost electric vehicles on its platform. The collaboration aligns with Uber's global objective of providing 100 per cent emission-free rides by 2040, the company said in a statement. The deployment will see electric four-wheelers onboarded onto the Uber platform across Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, it added. «Uber is committed to accelerating the shift to zero-emission mobility in India, and this partnership with Refex eVeelz is a significant step in that direction,» said Aditya Kapoor, Head, Supply and Electrification, Uber India and South Asia.

11.03 / 08:23

markets Racing Align trends show audience Sporting Hindi and more: FanCode to stream Formula 1 in regional languages for first time

FanCode, the official broadcaster of Formula 1 in India, will stream all F1 races in Hindi and select regional languages for the first time, aiming to make the sport more accessible to a wider audience. This move aligns with a growing trend among sports broadcasters in India, where regional commentary options are being expanded to attract more viewers. Broadcasters like Star Sports have introduced dedicated channels in southern languages, and major sporting events such as the IPL now offer streaming in multiple regional languages ranging from Bhojpuri to Tamil. However, this shift comes amid political debates over language preferences, with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin recently raising concerns about the imposition of Hindi. FanCode will offer Sky Sports’ F1 coverage, including pre- and post-race analysis through popular shows such as The F1 Show, Ted’s Notebook, Ted’s Qualifying Notebook, and The Chequered Flag. Indian fans will have the option to access the entire F1 season for ₹899, while a race weekend pass is available for those looking for one-time viewing.

11.03 / 08:23

Provident security Strategy Sustainability Enterprise performer Sify Technology Advancements Driving AI-Ready Hyperscale Data Centers

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11.03 / 07:55

Crypto Trading Perpetual Futures Bitcoin derivatives crypto futures Singapore Exchange gears up to list Bitcoin derivatives

Singapore Exchange (SGX) plans to list Bitcoin perpetual futures as traditional exchanges push deeper into crypto derivative markets. Singapore's largest exchange group intends to launch the contracts in the second half of 2025, a spokesperson said in an emailed statement. The company will strictly target institutional clients and professional investors, with retail customers barred from trading the instruments.

11.03 / 07:39

markets Man hospital travelers shock Schools Investigations Delhi HR manager killed while defending women from sexual assault

Bibhas Nayak, a 29-year-old HR manager at St Stephen’s Hospital in New Delhi, died while defending two women from sexual assault in Karnataka’s Koppal district. The incident took place on 6 March near Sanapur village, close to the popular tourist site of Hampi. Bibhas was overpowered by three attackers and thrown into a canal. His body was recovered on Saturday, and Karnataka police have since arrested the suspects. His grieving family has called for a thorough and fair investigation.

11.03 / 07:39

markets Digital Experts RAI Courts Investigations Court grants bail to Tej Pratap, Hema Yadav and others in land-for-job scam case

Rouse Avenue court on Tuesday granted bail to Tej Pratap Yadav, Hema Yadav and other accused persons in the Land for Job scam case. They appeared before the court pursuant to summons issued to them. Lalu Prasad Yadav, Rabri Devi and Misa Bharti moved exemption application. Special judge Vishal Gogne granted bail to accused persons on furnishing a personal bond of Rs. 50000 and surety bond in like amount by each accused. The court has listed the matter for hearing on March 20. The court took cognizance of all three chargesheet including conclusive charge filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation. The conclusive charge sheet was filed against former Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav and 77 other accused persons. There are 30 public servants in the accused persons and 38 candidates. In first chargesheet, three additional accused have also been added and summoned. In second chargesheet accused Bhola Yadav, Prem Chand Gupta have also been summoned. In third chargesheet Hema Yadav and Tej Pratap Yadav have also been summoned.

11.03 / 07:39

markets UPS Citi Digital information reports Hyderabad’s peripheral real estate markets poised for transformative growth amid infrastructure growth

While established hotspots in West and Central Hyderabad continue to drive real estate activity, peripheral areas—including the North, South, East, and West peripheries—are projected to account for 12-15% of Hyderabad’s Grade A office stock and 5-10% of annual office space demand in the next 3-5 years, according to Colliers’ latest report, ‘Hyderabad: Emerging Real Estate Growth Hotspots’. The residential market is also set to witness significant traction, with property prices in these peripheral areas expected to rise by 10-20% over the same period. “Hyderabad’s office market continues to mature, driving one-fifth of the demand and over one-fourth of the new supply across the top six cities in India during 2024. The city’s peripheral areas are set to enter a transformative growth phase, fueled by upcoming infrastructure projects and supportive government policies. The West Periphery micro-market, particularly areas like Kokapet, Neopolis, and Narsingi, is likely to witness heightened commercial activity, driven by price arbitrage compared to established IT hubs of Gachibowli and HITEC City, along with enhancements in metro connectivity,” said Arpit Mehrotra, Managing Director, Office Services, Colliers India.

11.03 / 07:39

markets Career economy Experts information prevention Updates 4 myths about freelancing as a fresher that need to be debunked

gig economy, many young professionals are choosing freelancing as their primary career. However, several misconceptions prevent freshers from making informed decisions. Myths about experience, earning potential, flexibility, and skill requirements create unrealistic expectations or discourage aspiring freelancers altogether. Here are four common freelancing myths debunked:

11.03 / 07:39

markets security show concert exclusive rock Guns N’ Roses roars back to India after 12 years, set to rock Mumbai in May 2025

Known for timeless hits like 'Sweet Child O' Mine', 'November Rain', and 'Welcome to the Jungle', Guns N’ Roses is expected to deliver an electrifying show that promises to be an unforgettable experience for rock music lovers in India. The Guns N' Roses 2025 India Tour, presented by Kotak Mahindra Bank and produced by BookMyShow Live in association with Live Nation, is set to be one of the biggest musical events of the year. Fans eager to secure their spots can take advantage of an exclusive pre-sale for Kotak Mahindra Bank customers, starting on March 17, 2025, at 12 PM IST on BookMyShow. The general ticket sale will go live for all fans on March 19, 2025, at 4 PM IST. With anticipation running high, the band’s return to India is expected to draw a massive crowd, making the Mumbai concert a must-attend event for rock enthusiasts and loyal fans alike.

11.03 / 07:39

markets UPS WhatsApp Trade show reports Sell-off in US stocks is not a signal that US economic risks have escalated: UBS

In the American markets on Monday, the Nasdaq index tanked 4 per cent, while the S&P 500 also closed more than 2.7 per cent lower, causing stock markets around the globe to trade in the red. The market participants saw S&P 500 losing over USD 4 trillion market valuation. «The sell-off has been exacerbated by the unwinding of extended positioning in certain market segments such as momentum and tech stocks and is not necessarily a signal that US economic risks have escalated significantly.» says the report. The tech-dominated Nasdaq composite index witnessed a 4 per cent fall, showing investors' sentiment. In the major losers, the AI fab company Nvidia lost about 5 per cent or USD 140 billion in a single day, while the stocks of Tesla declined about 15 per cent, and Apple plunged 4.85 per cent. Among the other major tech giants, Meta, which owns popular social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, lost USD 10 billion, down 4.42 per cent.

11.03 / 07:39

markets Target Digital Metro Experts RAI Real estate set to gain as Maharashtra Budget focuses on infra, housing

Several key infrastructure projects announced in the budget including the third airport to cater to the country’s financial capital Mumbai are expected to enhance real estate prospects in the state. With a focus on improving connectivity and easing housing shortages, the state government’s initiatives are expected to drive demand in both residential and commercial markets across the state including key property markets of Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.