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Devendra Fadnavis said on Sunday. Speaking at a programme of the CII Young Indians, Fadnavis said efficient administration and effective implementation of decisions are accelerating development in Maharashtra. «India's economy is moving towards becoming a $5 trillion economy, in which Maharashtra will have a large share. A roadmap is ready for the state to become a $1 trillion economy by 2029,» he said. He said the speed of communication and infrastructure are crucial for economic development, and the Mumbai-Nagpur Samruddhi Expressway was built for that purpose. The chief minister said Nashik has potential for the development of industries and tourism. «Considering the manpower and climate here, there is a lot of scope for tourism and industrial development. The defence ecosystem is here due to Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL). Nashik will develop more rapidly due to the Samruddhi Expressway. The largest port in the country is now being built at Vadhavan in Palghar, and Nashik city will benefit from it, as a greenfield road will be built from Nashik to Vadhavan,» he said.

The 43-year-old player had stumped out Surya Kumar Yadav in 0.12 seconds, leaving cricket fans at the stadium and on social media in a frenzy. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and opted to bowl against Mumbai Indians (MI) in the battle of champions at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in the ongoing Indian Premier League on Sunday. Another chapter in the IPL's 'El Clasico' will unfold at Chepauk, with two of the most decorated sides in the cash-rich league squaring off against each other in a fierce contest. MI will be without its skipper, Hardik Pandya, and top pace gun, Jasprit Bumrah. In Pandya's absence, Suryakumar Yadav has taken the leadership role.

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna's decision to put crucial documents relating to a controversy surrounding alleged discovery of cash from Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma's residence in the public domain and constituting an in-house committee to further inquire into the matter. While senior advocate Sanjay Hegde said the CJI must be commended for enforcing openness and putting things out in the public domain, senior lawyer Indira Jaising expressed satisfaction over the setting up of the in-house inquiry panel and said people should wait for its outcome. Saluting the wisdom of the CJI and other members of the Supreme Court collegium for releasing the inquiry report of Delhi High Court Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya, senior advocate Adish C Aggarwala said, «Let the in-house committee make an independent inquiry and submit the report to the chief justice of India for taking appropriate decisions.» Hegde, who described a video of the purported currency-discovery incident as «deeply distressing», said irrespective of the question of innocence or guilt of the judge concerned, the very fact that so much money is ostensibly being seen burnt in proximity to his house raises many questions. «It also tends to lower the image of the judiciary. Irrespective of the question of guilt or innocence, I think a full inquiry and corrective action is required. The chief justice of India must be commended for enforcing openness and putting things out in the public domain.

During the clash at CSK's hometown, Rohit Sharma matched the record for the most ducks in IPL history after being dismissed by Khaleel Ahmed during the IPL 2025 clash between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians on Sunday. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and opted to bowl against Mumbai Indians (MI) in the battle of champions at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in the ongoing Indian Premier League on Sunday.

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna constituting a three-member panel to probe the discovery of «four to five semi-burnt sacks» of Indian currency notes after a fire incident at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma, the in-house procedure has entered the crucial second-stage whose findings will decide the fate of the judge. The fire incident at the storeroom of the official residence of Justice Varma on March 14 in posh Lutyens' Delhi locality purportedly led to the discovery of the cash by firefighters and police personnel. The CJI constituted the three-member panel after the Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya in his report dated March 21 and made public on Saturday evening called for a «deeper probe» into the allegations. The three-member inquiry committee formed by the CJI consists of Justices Sheel Nagu (Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court), G S Sandhawalia (Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court) and Karnataka High Court judge Anu Sivaraman. However, no timeline has been fixed for the inquiry committee to conclude the probe.

cloud services and data center firm, plans to file its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) this week with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to raise upto Rs 700 crore through an initial public offering (IPO). The offering is expected to be a fresh issue, according to sources. The company had initially filed for an IPO in December 2021 but withdrew due to unfavorable market conditions. Ahead of the fresh filing, ESDS has appointed merchant bankers, with DAM Capital as the book-running lead manager.

Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) prepare to face off in the high-stakes 'El Clasico' of the tournament. With both teams boasting a staggering five IPL titles each, their storied rivalry has witnessed some of the most thrilling encounters in the league’s history.

GJEPC) officials said. China's economic slowdown coupled with plunging marriage rates in the country created a chilling effect in the Chinese diamond market valued at around USD nine billion. Last year, China's diamond market generated about USD 5.7 billion in revenue, and is expected to grow to USD 7.2 billion by 2030, according to market analysts. The demand for diamonds has fallen by as much as 50 per cent in China, while wholesale diamond prices have fallen by about 40 per cent over the past two years, creating a major downturn in the global diamond industry especially that of India as it accounted for a third of India's cut and polished diamond exports.

SBI Capital Markets has appointed Amrendra Singh as its new head of equity capital markets, replacing Deepak Kaushik. Singh joins the investment banking arm of State Bank of India after nearly 25 years with SBI group According to an update on LinkedIn, Singh began his career at SBI in May 2000.

Calculus Group has signed a memorandum with NGO HRDS India to deploy AI-enabled tools for developing a digital ecosystem in rural areas, a top company official said. As per the agreement, Calculus Group will fulfil projects undertaken by HRDS India in the field of rural development, where technology will play a distinct role in social enablement. Calculus Group founder and CEO Sooraj Vasudevan said his company builds technology ecosystems for corporates and telecommunication companies and governments globally. «Through this Rs 1,000 crore MoU with HRDS we are trying to emulate or replicate that in the context of the rural population and bring whatever pieces of technology needed to roll out and make an impact. It doesn't have to be a particular product,» Vasudevan told PTI.

National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted four terror operatives of the Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist organisation in the September 2024 Chandigarh grenade attack case, an official statement said on Sunday. The accused include Pakistan-based designated terrorist Harwinder Singh Sandhu alias Rinda, and US-based Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passi, it said. In the chargesheet filed before the Special NIA court, Chandigarh, all four accused persons have been charged under multiple sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), the Explosive Substances Act, and other related provisions, for their roles in planning and supporting the attack. The two terrorists — Rinda and Happy Passi — were the primary handlers and conspirators behind the attack, said the statement issued by the NIA. They had provided logistical support, terror funds, weapons, and ammunition to India-based on-ground operatives in Chandigarh for executing the grenade attack, it said.

Krafton — the name behind popular esports title Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) — is actively looking to invest and acquire in India, which is among its top five markets globally and where mobile-first gaming culture, rapid smartphone adoption, and a young, tech-savvy population are driving prospects of steady growth in online gaming. Krafton India CEO, Sean Hyunil Sohn sees the gaming industry here becoming much more sizable and impactful, and asserts the company would not be tied down to fixed investment limits for this «promising» market. Krafton has already invested USD 200 million in the country. Reflecting on India's regulatory landscape and past challenges faced by Krafton, he highlighted the company's positive outlook on regulations. Sean said India's approach to norms are supported by defined processes, constructive feedback, and a calibrated approach before actual implementation of guidelines.

Nifty 50 index posting its biggest weekly gain in over four years. The rally was driven by renewed foreign investor interest and expectations that the worst of the recent market downturn is over. The NSE Nifty 50 closed 0.69% higher at 23,350, while the BSE Sensex gained 0.73% to settle at 76,905—both at six-week highs. For the week, both indices surged about 4.2%.

All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) on Sunday announced a nationwide agitation against the proposed Waqf Amendment Bill. A statement issued by Mohd Vaquar Uddin Latifi, Office Secretary of the (AIMPLB) said," Following a massive and successful protest in Delhi on March 17, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has announced a nationwide agitation against the proposed Waqf Amendment Bill. SQR Ilyas, spokesperson of AIMPLB and Convener of the Action Committee Against the Waqf Bill, expressed gratitude on behalf of the Board to all Muslim organizations, civil society groups, and leaders from Dalit, Adivasi, OBC, and other minority communities. «Without the grace of Allah and the united support of these groups, the success of the Delhi demonstration would not have been possible,» he said. He also extended thanks to the opposition parties and Members of Parliament who not only participated in large numbers but also firmly rejected the proposed legislation. The statement stated that the AIMPLB's 31-member Action Committee has resolved to adopt all constitutional, legal, and democratic means to «oppose» what it has termed a «controversial, discriminatory, and damaging» bill. «As part of the first phase of the agitation, large protest sit-ins have been planned in front of the state assemblies in Patna on March 26 and Vijayawada on March 29»

CSK's star player, MS Dhoni, will once again be in the spotlight as he continues his long-standing association with the team since the IPL's inception in 2008. In contrast, Mumbai Indians will miss the services of their star pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, who is still recovering from a back injury. His absence is a significant blow to MI, especially in the death overs, leaving the team to experiment with alternative options and strategies. ALSO READ: Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians predicted playing XIs, head to head record Additionally, MI will be without their regular captain, Hardik Pandya, who is serving a one-match ban due to a slow over-rate in last season's final match. Suryakumar Yadav, the India T20I captain, will lead MI in this opener. For CSK, the selection dilemma lies in choosing an opening partner for Ruturaj Gaikwad, with either Rachin Ravindra or Devon Conway likely to fill the spot. The middle order will include Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Hooda, Vijay Shankar, followed by Dhoni and Jadeja. CSK’s recent good record against Mumbai, including four wins in the last five encounters, will boost their confidence.

Priyam’s footage provides an in-depth look at both the visionary homeowner and the architect responsible for this groundbreaking endeavor. According to the owner, this is the world’s first entirely cement-free stone residence, engineered with sustainability at its core and an extraordinary projected lifespan of over a thousand years. The foundation of this structure is a meticulous selection of stone materials, including gray granite and sandstone, which are seamlessly assembled using time-honored interlocking methods. No adhesives, no modern binding agents, and no mechanical blasting were involved—just raw stone, skilled craftsmanship, and architectural precision.

Now, imagine that conversation happening not at a dinner table, but inside India’s central bank or finance ministry. The regret isn’t about an individual’s lost opportunity, but about our failure to act as a nation. India, often touted as one of the fastest-growing economies and a future global powerhouse, has yet to secure its stake in the digital asset revolution. By not investing in cryptocurrencies, India risks missing out on one of the most asymmetric financial opportunities of the century.

Jofra Archer endured a night to forget during Rajasthan Royals' (RR) IPL 2025 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Sunday, March 23. The speedster set an unwanted record, registering the most expensive bowling figures in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Bowling at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Archer leaked 76 runs in his four-over spell without picking up a wicket, surpassing Gujarat Titans’ (GT) paceman Mohit Sharma’s 0/73 against Delhi Capitals (DC) in IPL 2024. The 29-year-old speedster, RR’s costliest acquisition at ₹12.50 crore in last year’s mega auction, struggled to find rhythm as SRH batters tore into him mercilessly.

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Sunil Gavaskar brushed off speculations regarding Indian legend MS Dhoni's retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL), and said every time people raise this question, the former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain proves them wrong. Lauding Dhoni, he said age is just a number for him, and he still has the ability to hit the ball into the stands «Why should we even ask that question? Why put pressure on him? Every time people question MS Dhoni, he proves them wrong. Don't doubt his ability. Even at this age, he's hitting sixes not just past the boundary but into the stands during practice. Age is just a number when it comes to Dhoni,» Gavaskar, who is a Jio Star expert said on Jio Hotstar. The former India captain also spoke about the attacking mindset displayed by batters in the IPL he said they understand how to catch the powerplay when only two fielders are allowed outside the 30-yard circle. He also talked about batters' mindstep of scoring 10-12 runs per over which gives their team a strong platform for 180-200 runs. «Batters are getting more adventurous and aggressive. They understand that the powerplay--where only two fielders are outside the inner circle--must be capitalized on. You have to aim for 10-12 runs per over and reach around 60-75 runs in the first six overs, even if you lose just one wicket. That creates a strong platform to push towards 180-200 runs.» he added.

startups have raised Rs 286 crore in funding from investors, a top official of the organisation said. While speaking at an event, Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) director General Arvind Kumar said the organisation, formed under the Next Generation Incubation Scheme (NGIS) of the Ministry of Electronics and IT, has given early-stage seed capital of Rs 30.87 crore to 136 startups and financially incentivised 359 others through a stipend amount of Rs 3.57 crore. «Amongst these supported startups, 134 have also been able to raise external funding from an investor community comprising angels and venture capitalists of about Rs 286 crore, which is not only a validation of their business but also the testament of the progress made by these startups,» Kumar said during the STPI Sangam event on Friday. «I am proud to share that 44 per cent of STPI's startup portfolio consists of women entrepreneurs, many of whom come from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. We are not just honouring startup success stories today; we are also reflecting on how we can improve, refine our policies, expand our outreach, and ensure that our startup ecosystem reaches its full potential,» Kumar said.