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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum in Mumbai has become a backdrop to some interesting juxtapositions. In different corners and rooms, museum objects can be seen interacting with contemporary works by artist Reena Saini Kallat in a solo show, Cartographies of the Unseen, which is on view till 6 April.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. President Trump has paused new investigations into foreign bribery after criticizing the law against it, but two former officials of a New Jersey professional services company are about to go on trial under the statute anyway. An executive order in early February put a halt to initiating any investigations or enforcement actions under the U.S.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. An unexpected dish was placed on the table: parmesan jalebi with saffron aioli, a savory take on the zulbia, a Middle Eastern dessert that became jalebi in India. This delightfully innovative appetizer was served at Farro, a new restaurant in Pune that opened in January.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The government's recent advisory to social media and streaming platforms to strictly monitor and remove all content deemed obscene or vulgar, following a massive outrage over distasteful jokes on YouTube show India’s Got Latent featuring podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia and comic Samay Raina, has sparked concerns about sweeping content regulations that could follow, potentially curbing freedom of expression.

Benchmark NSE Nifty closed 5.41 points down at 22119.3 amid selling in frontline bluechip counters.

NITI Aayog on Monday said 27 million women were monitoring their credit, marking a 42% increase from the previous year, signaling growing financial awareness, citing a report published by TransUnion CIBIL, Women Entrepreneurship Platform’s (WEP) of NITI Aayog and MicroSave Consulting (MSC). According to the statement issued by the Aayog, the report titled “From Borrowers to Builders: Women’s Role in India’s Financial Growth Story” highlights that women’s share of the total self-monitoring base increased to 19.43% in December 2024, up from 17.89% in 2023. “More women from non-metro regions are actively self-monitoring their credit compared to those in metro areas, with growth of 48% in non-metro regions and 30% in metro areas,” it said.

Champions Trophy on Tuesday. India have stuck to their position of not touring Pakistan because of the strained political relations between the Asian neighbours, who play each other only in global events. The International Cricket Council (ICC), headed by former Indian board secretary Jay Shah, has drawn flak for allowing India to play all their matches in Dubai and getting what many consider an unfair advantage.

Sikko Industries Ltd.(up 4.77%), Bohra Industries Ltd.(up 4.12%), Paradeep Phosphates Ltd.(up 3.66%), Madhya Bharat Agro Products Ltd.(up 2.41%), Chambal Fertilisers & Chemicals Ltd.(up 2.19%), National Fertilizers Ltd.(up 1.14%), Southern Petrochemicals Industries Corporation Ltd.(up 0.62%) and Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd.(up 0.37%) stood among the top gainers.

Pancard Clubs Limited (PCL), its former directors and others, the federal agency said in a statement. This is a case of alleged fraud through a collective investment scheme (CIS), in violation of the SEBI Act, where more than 50 lakh investors were allegedly duped of over Rs 4,500 crore, it said. The economic offences wing (EOW) of the Mumbai Police had filed a case under the Maharashtra Protection of Interest of Depositors (in Financial Establishment) Act, 1999, against Pancard Clubs Limited and others and the ED took its cognisance to file a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

The vox pop-style video, seemingly recorded in Mumbai, features a man posing a straightforward question to pedestrians: “What is the official language of Bengaluru?” One respondent confidently stated, “I think Bengaluru doesn’t have an official language.” Another immediately answered, “Hindi,” while a third person, seemingly uncertain yet determined, offered, “Hindi or Sanskrit. I’d place my bets on both.”

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday urged couples in the state to «give birth to a child immediately» to secure greater representation in Parliament. His remarks come in response to the Centre’s proposed delimitation exercise, which he believes will reduce the influence of southern states in national politics. Speaking at a wedding ceremony of a party worker’s son, Stalin highlighted the link between population size and parliamentary seats. «Before, we used to say don't give birth to a child immediately, no need to rush. But now it is not necessary, we shouldn't say that also. Because it is being said that the number of MPs would be decided based on population. The situation created is more population, more MPs. But we have achieved success with focusing on family planning. Now I won't say don't rush to give birth to a child, give birth to a child immediately,» he said.

The data highlights key industries such as IT, BFSI, Manufacturing, and Healthcare as major contributors to this growth, alongside a rising demand for specialised talent in emerging technology roles. “The Indian job market is evolving rapidly, creating greater access and opportunities for women, particularly in high-growth industries and tech-driven roles,” said Anupama Bhimrajka, VP-Marketing, foundit in a statement.

currency's moves will depend on the news flow regarding U.S. tariffs and economic data, and the local central bank's reaction. The rupee ended at 87.3700 against 87.4950 in the previous session. The Indian currency dropped 1% in February, logging its fifth straight monthly loss.

The February figure marks a 19.5% uptick from $1.38 billion in total funding in January 2025. On a year-on-year basis, the total amount of fundraise was down from $2.06 billion secured in February 2024.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. With the January to March quarter having remained mostly dull so far and unlikely to spring up any pleasant surprises going ahead, film exhibitors and trade experts are now pinning hopes on the summer to do the trick for the movie business.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. As India's economy expands, an interesting shift is underway in the vehicle market—consumers are increasingly moving from two-wheelers to passenger cars. But not everyone is opting for brand-new vehicles; many are fulfilling their dream of car ownership by turning to the second-hand market.

Many netizens found humor in her perspective, with one user remarking that PG owners in Bengaluru are essentially building generational wealth while offering little in return. Another joked that these landlords serve only rice under the pretense of providing three full meals a day. Some even compared the business model to that of a unicorn startup—zero investment, infinite returns, and absolutely no refunds. Others expressed their frustration, pointing out that the security deposit system in Bengaluru is a one-way street—once paid, it is rarely seen again.

bear market, with the Nifty 50 down nearly 16% from its peak and smallcap and midcap stocks suffering their worst crash since 2020. But despite a 30-50% plunge in several hyped «narrative» stocks, valuations remain difficult to justify, brokerage Kotak Institutional Equities said. The brokerage said the broader market correction, exacerbated by the recent rout in smallcap and midcap stocks, has not translated into compelling investment opportunities. «We do not find value in most parts of the market despite the sharp correction across sectors and stocks. Flows have seen endless discussion among market participants but have proven (again) to be pointless to assess the market peak or correction,» Kotak Equities said.

IndiGo continued to dominate the market, expanding its share to approximately 65%, according to a report by domestic brokerage firm Motilal Oswal. Motilal Oswal highlights that IndiGo's domestic PAX stood at 9.5 million, reflecting a 20% YoY surge. Its domestic market share rose to 65.2%, gaining 490 bps YoY, highlighting its ability to capture demand effectively. In contrast, Air India Group’s market share was recorded at 27.7%, while SpiceJet held 3.2%.