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Books about the dizzying impact of the internet and artificial intelligence are among finalists for a new book prize that aims to help fix the gender imbalance in nonfiction publishing

Ram Charan has solidified his position as one of the highest-earning performers in the country. His cinematic journey commenced in 2007 with his debut feature, «Chirutha,» and soared to prominence with his remarkable portrayal in S. S. Rajamouli's fantasy action epic «Magadheera» in 2009, which emerged as the highest-grossing Telugu film of its time. Ram Charan has garnered numerous accolades throughout his career, including two Nandi Awards and three Filmfare Awards. He has consistently featured on Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list since 2013, recognized for both his earnings and widespread popularity. As he approaches his birthday, let's take a closer look at his standout films, memorable songs, and eagerly anticipated upcoming projects.

SINGAPORE—Netflix’s newest high-powered sci-fi drama, “3 Body Problem," is one of the biggest cultural events to come out of China in years. After watching it, many in China say they wish the producers of the show had taken their country out of it entirely. “3 Body Problem" is the long-awaited adaptation of a critically acclaimed series of science-fiction novels by Chinese writer Liu Cixin.

Ashok Leyland, Mankind Pharma, Vedanta, Lupin, Paradeep Phosphates among others will be in focus due to various developments. Ashok Leyland The Board of Ashok Leyland has declared an interim dividend of Rs 4.95 per share for the financial year ending 2023-24.

first hauled to court two months ago on two graft charges, 24 charges of receiving gifts as a public servant and one of obstructing justice. Iswaran, 61, pleaded not guilty to obtaining 10 bottles of whisky, 12 bottles of wine and other items from November 2021 to November 2022 from Lum Kok Seng. The items were worth a total of nearly 19,000 Singapore dollars ($14,000).

At the Juno Awards in Halifax on Sunday night, Calgary-raised pop duo Tegan and Sara received a standing ovation after speaking out against policies Alberta’s government is proposing that would affect transgender youth.

A Finra arbitration panel ruled in favor of a handful of former Morgan Stanley financial advisors, ordering the investment firm to pay them approximately $3 million in a dispute over deferred compensation.

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Singapore’s first ministerial corruption case has expanded with more charges being filed against a former transport minister

Joe Biden is poised to contest the 2024 Presidental Election and faces criticism for backing Israel's wat at Gaza, a group of protesters disrupted Jill Biden's speech during the Human Rights Campaign's 2024 Los Angeles Dinner, reports 'Variety'. As soon as the first lady took the stage, a group of people who had made their way into the dinner began to chant «cease-fire now.» One of the protestors held up what looked like a blanket or shawl with writing on it. Earlier in the night, protestors blocked the way leading to the hotel's entrance on Avenue of the Stars.

Late Night with the Devil' has broken a box office record in its opening weekend, reports 'Screen Rant'. Directed by Australian duo Cameron and Colin Cairnes, this horror film has recorded the best opening weekend that the distributor IFC Films has ever had. Earlier, 'Watcher' was IFC's top opening film at $827k, followed by 'Skinamarink' with $819k and 'Blackberry' at $801k. 'Late Night with the Devil' has IFC's widest opening since 'The D Train' (1,009).

1. This Holi, let's play a game of hide and seek. You hide the sweets, and I'll seek them out! 2. May your Holi be filled with more colors than a peacock's feathers, and may your clothes explain to your washing machine what a tough day really means!

IIFL Finance Ltd and JM Financial Products Ltd (JMFPL) will undergo a special audit to further probe their regulatory breaches, as the RBI has initiated the process for the appointment of auditors. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has floated two separate tenders for the appointment of auditors for special audit of these two companies. Audit firms empanelled by the Securities and Exchange Board of India for forensic audit can participate in the tendering process, and the last date for submission of bids is April 8, as per the tender document published by the RBI. The selected firms will be awarded work on April 12, as per the bid documents. Earlier this month, the RBI put a curb on these two entities for non-compliance of regulatory guidelines.

IIFL Finance Ltd and JM Financial Products Ltd (JMFPL) as it has initiated the process for appointment of auditors. The central bank has floated two separate tenders for appointment of auditors for special audits of the two non-banking finance companies (NBFCs).

IIFL Finance Ltd and JM Financial Products Ltd (JMFPL) will undergo a special audit to further probe their regulatory breaches, as the Reserve Bank has initiated the process for the appointment of auditors. The Reserve Bank has floated two separate tenders for the appointment of auditors for special audits of these two non-banking finance companies. Audit firms empanelled by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for forensic audit can participate in the tendering process, and the last date for submission of bids is April 8, as per the tender document published by the Reserve Bank of India. The selected firms will be awarded work on April 12, 2024, as per the bid documents.

Lok Sabha Polls: PM Modi chairs CEC meet; 4th List of candidates likely today Ranaut was recently seen during the consecration ceremony of Ram Temple on 22 January. Kangana took to social media platform X to share a video of herself in which she is seen loudly chanting 'Jai Shri Ram'. She captioned the post, "Ram aa gaye." Himachal Congress rebel MLA reveals why he voted for BJP candidate in RS polls Kangana on Saturday visited the Baglamukhi and Jwala Devi temples on her 37th birthday.

Modi Ka Guarantee" phenomenon that PM Modi was able to fulfil his promise of visit, regardless of his busy schedule and the unpleasantly cold weather. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Tobgay wrote: "A big thank you to my brother, PM @narendramodi Ji, for visiting us. Neither his busy schedule nor inclement weather could prevent him from fulfilling his promise to visit us.

Punjab BJP on Saturday met the state Chief Electoral Officer and pressed for an ED probe into the state excise policy, alleging «black money received by AAP through kickbacks» could be used during the Lok Sabha elections. The BJP's fresh attack on the issue came after the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a Delhi excise policy-linked money-laundering case on Thursday. However, the ruling AAP in Punjab hit back, accusing the BJP of «peddling lies» to mislead people as it will get a «zero» in Punjab in the coming Lok Sabha polls. The BJP delegation, led by Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar and comprising Union minister Som Parkash, former Union minister Vijay Sampla and others, handed over a memorandum to Punjab Chief Electoral Officer Sibin C, seeking a probe by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the state excise policy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck Mother and Child Hospital along with his Bhutanese counterpart, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, here on Saturday morning. Bhutanese Prime Minister Tobgay expressed his gratitude towards the Indian government for fully funding the construction of the state-of-the-art hospital. Speaking to prior to the inauguration of the hospital, Bhutan PM Tobgay said, «In a while, Prime Minister (Modi) is going to inaugurate this wonderful hospital. The Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck Mother and Child Hospital has been fully funded by the Government of India.»

India-Bhutan relations will keep growing and benefit our citizens." PM Modi became the first foreign dignitary to receive the honor. As per ranking and precedence established, the Order of the Druk Gyalpo was instituted as the decoration for lifetime achievement and is the pinnacle of the honor system in Bhutan. Previous recipients of the award include Royal Queen Grandmother Ashi Kesang Choden Wangchuck in 2008; Je Thrizur Tenzin Dendup (68th Je Khenpo of Bhutan) in 2008 and Je Khenpo Trulku Ngawang Jigme Choedra in 2018.

India and Bhutan on Friday upgraded their partnership to the next level with the conclusion of several memorandums of understanding (MoUs) on energy, trade, digital connectivity, space, agriculture and connecting the youth, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a support of Rs 10,000 crore for the Himalayan nation over the next five years. Modi, on a two-day visit to Thimphu, was honoured with Bhutan’s highest civilian award, the Order of the Druk Gyalpo, becoming the first non-Bhutanese to achieve the distinction. “This honour is not my personal achievement, it is the honour of India and 140 crore Indians. I humbly accept this honour on behalf of all Indians in this great land of Bhutan and thank you all from the bottom of my heart for this honour," Modi said on the occasion.