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According to ANAROCK Research, luxury housing (units priced above Rs 1.5 crore) account for almost 17 per cent of all new residential launches in India as of 2024. Notably, tier-2 and tier-3 cities account for 12 per cent of these projects, signalling a shift in buyer preferences and market focus. Cities like Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Kochi, Indore, and Ahmedabad have emerged as strong players in the luxury real estate segment due to rapid urbanization and enhanced infrastructure.

Billionaire Elon Musk was captured on video performing an unusual balancing act with cutlery during a dinner with President Donald Trump. The footage shows Musk seriously concentrating whilst balancing a fork and two spoons on his little finger, as Trump and Musk's companion, Shivon Zilis, observe the display. The exclusive 'candlelight' dinner occurred at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, on March 15. According to reports, attendees were required to contribute $1 million per seat. The gathering was notably absent from the President's official schedule, as documented by Wired. The dinner coincided with Palm Event, a motorsport competition in Palm Beach. The dinner invitation, bearing a 'MAGA INC' header, clarified that President Trump was «appearing at this event only as a special guest speaker and is not asking for funds or donations.» The contributions were directed towards the Make America Great Again PAC, supporting Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. The invitation, reviewed by Wired, stated simply: «You are invited to a candlelight dinner featuring special guest President Donald J. Trump.» It continued with: «Additional details provided upon RSVP. RSVPs will be accommodated on a first come, first serve basis. Space is very limited. $1,000,000 per person.»

One Piece is set to resume its Egghead Arc after a hiatus that began in October last year. One Piece Part 2 will premiere on April 5, bringing back the Straw Hat Pirates for an action-packed continuation of their adventure, as mentioned in a report by Collider. To mark the occasion, Crunchyroll and Toei Animation have planned a grand premiere weekend, featuring two brand-new episodes and an extensive 83-minute recap special, as per the Collider report. This event aims to help fans catch up on the story and set the stage for the next chapter in Luffy's journey. A Global Premiere with a Packed Lineup

Speaking to ANI, Thakur said, «Congress believes in the politics of appeasement, Divide and Rule. At the direction of Rahul Gandhi, the play staged by Karnataka Congress leaders clearly shows that to gain Muslim votes, a 4 per cent reservation is being given in government contracts.» He claimed that the Karnataka government's decision to provide 4 per cent reservation to minority contractors is against the law and added that they will have to face consequences. «This is against the law, and they would also have to face the consequences. Congress has not learnt anything even after so many defeats,» Thakur said. The Karnataka state cabinet approved an amendment to the Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurement (KTPP) Act, which aims to provide 4 per cent reservation in tenders to Minority contractors.

As per the statement, the collaboration will give fans greater access to the franchise and players, offering behind-the-scenes content and Rajasthan Royals merchandise. “Our fans are the heartbeat of Rajasthan Royals, and we are always looking for new ways to bring them closer to the team. Partnering with FanCode helps us do just that—giving fans more ways to engage, whether through exclusive content, behind-the-scenes access, or official Royals merchandise,” said Jake Lush McCrum, CEO, Rajasthan Royals. FanCode Shop will oversee the end-to-end operations of the team’s official merchandise, including designing, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution. The collection will feature official jerseys, accessories, and a wide range of fan apparel including polos, t-shirts, joggers, and shorts. Special customised jerseys, where fans can get names of their favourite player, or their own name printed will also be made available. This initiative aims to offer fans high-quality, affordable merchandise that reflects the Royals’ vibrant identity. To enhance offline accessibility, a special FanCode Shop kiosk will be set up at WTP Mall in Jaipur, where a dedicated ‘Royals Corner’ will allow fans to explore and purchase official team merchandise in person. In-stadia sales across Guwahati and Jaipur, where Rajasthan Royals play their home matches, will also be facilitated by FanCode Shop.

Puravankara Ltd, bought Rs 242.1 crore worth of commercial properties totalling more than 104,000 sq ft carpet area in Mumbai’s western suburb Andheri from Rockfort Estate Developers, an HLV Group promoter company. The transaction, concluded on Wednesday, includes a dozen commercial units on the 7th, 8th, and 9th floors of commercial complex Business Park 2 in Marol locality of the suburb. The company had to pay a stamp duty of around Rs 14.5 crore to register the deal. The acquisition provides Puravankara with exclusive access to over 135 car parking slots in the commercial complex, showed documents accessed through data analytics platform CRE Matrix.

Axis Bank has introduced revisions to terms and benefits of Axis Bank Vistara Credit Card. The changes will be effective for all Axis Bank Credit Cards, due for renewal starting April 18, 2025. As part of this transition, Axis Bank has waived the annual fee for renewals while discontinuing certain travel-related perks such as complimentary Maharaja Club tier memberships and milestone ticket vouchers. Cardholders will continue to earn Maharaja Points on eligible transactions and enjoy premium benefits like lounge access, dining discounts, and golf privileges. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the changes, how they impact cardholders, and what to expect going forward.

African penguins at the New England Aquarium in Boston. These senior seabirds have scored the ultimate retirement gig: chilling on their private island, blissfully removed from the chaotic flippers of the younger crowd. In this exclusive retreat, six distinguished penguins in their 30s (ancient by penguin standards) enjoy the slow lane.

India’s BPM industry has long been a global leader, but industry veterans insist that what we see today is merely the tip of the iceberg. With rapid technological advancements, AI integration, and a workforce that must keep pace, the sector is on the brink of a transformative shift.

Lollapalooza 2025, which is scheduled from July 31 to August 3 at Chicago’s Grant Park, has announced its 2025 lineup. The artistes for one of the world’s most famous music festivals include Sabrina Carpenter, A$AP Rocky, Tyler The Creator, Luke Combs, Olivia Rodrigo, Rufus Du Sol, Twice, Korn, Gracie Abrams and Doechii. Apart from the abovementioned names, there are over 50 others who will take part in Lollapalooza 2025 and entertain the audience. The four-day long musical extravaganza will witness more than 170 acts across eight stages.

Ansal Group promoter Sushil Ansal's wife Kusum Ansal has sold her bungalow at Feroze Shah Road in Lutyens' Delhi for ₹241 crore. The sale comes at a time when the real estate developer is facing multiple legal challenges relating to its business. The deal, struck at ₹200,000 per sq ft, makes it one of the costliest real estate transactions in the country, surpassing even some of the major transactions done in Mumbai. The property was listed on the website of India Sotheby's International Realty. The firm declined to comment on commercials of the transaction but confirmed that Sotheby's had the exclusive mandate of this asset.

1923 Season 2 will be released on March 23, 2025. It will be available on Paramount+ at 12 a.m. ET, 9 p.m. PT, 2 a.m. Brazil Time, 5 a.m. UK Time, 6 a.m. Central Europe Time, 10 a.m. Indian Standard Time, 4 p.m. Australian Time and 6 p.m. New Zealand Time. 1923 Season 2 is available exclusively on Paramount+. The episode focuses on the search for Teonna. Alexandra and Spencer will be on separate trains, adjusting to their situations.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Last year Roche, a Swiss pharmaceutical firm, published a review of the clinical trials on neurological drugs it had held between 2016 and 2021. It found that black people were under-represented in all but one.

GST registrations have faced confusion regarding the process for distributing common input tax credits (ITC) availed on services to lower net GST liability. While some entities have opted for the input service distributor (ISD) mechanism to allocate common ITC to their other GST registrations (under the same PAN), others have chosen the cross-charge method. In July 2023, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) clarified that the ISD mechanism is not mandatory for distributing common ITC availed from third parties to other GST registrations. As a result, businesses had the flexibility to choose between the ISD mechanism and the cross-charge method. However, this arrangement will change starting April 1, 2025.

The moves come as India Inc faces a severe dearth of C-suite talent in the semiconductor space due to the absence of any fab or a robust semiconductor ecosystem in the country, leaving these companies to rely exclusively on hiring expats for senior roles, the experts said. For instance, Tata Electronics tapped Intel's Foundry Services president Randhir Thakur as its CEO and MD while Murugappa Group's CG Semi roped in Filipino semiconductor industry veteran Jerry Arucan Agnes as CEO. The extended list includes past hires such as Vedanta which hired David Reed as CEO of semiconductor business and YJ Chen as CEO of display business in 2023.

Pilgrim has raised Rs 200 crore through a mix of primary and secondary funding. The round was led by existing investor Narotam Sekhsaria Family Office (NSFO) and saw participation from Vertex Ventures SEA, Sattva Family Office, and Mirabilis Investment Trust. New investors Vertex Growth Fund and Anicut Equity Continuum Fund also joined the round. The Mumbai-based company said it was valued at Rs 3,000 crore before the latest funding. With this round, its total capital raised across primary and secondary rounds now stands at around Rs 421 crore.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Unbox 2025 event is all set to captivate fans on Monday, March 17, 2025, at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. This event promises to be a thrilling experience, packed with excitement and some exclusive moments for fans of the franchise. One of the key attractions of the event will be the opportunity for fans to interact with Virat Kohli, the star batter and long-time RCB player, alongside the newly appointed captain Rajat Patidar. RCB supporters are also in for a treat as the team will unveil their fresh jersey design, marking the beginning of another season filled with high hopes. In addition to the jersey unveiling, the event will feature a special ceremony where some of the franchise’s former players will be inducted into the RCB Hall of Fame. The likes of AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle, and Vinay Kumar are among those who have already been honored with this prestigious induction, and more names could be added to the list during the event. The event won't just focus on cricketing action. Fans will also be treated to an exciting performance by the popular rapper Hanumankind, who will take the stage to add an energetic vibe to the atmosphere.

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Zydus Lifesciences shares surged nearly 2% to Rs 899.40 on the BSE on Monday after the company received final approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) to manufacture Eluxadoline Tablets (75 mg and 100 mg). Eluxadoline, a mu-opioid receptor agonist, is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D) in adults. The tablets will be manufactured at Zydus Lifesciences' SEZ facility in Ahmedabad, the company said in an exchange filing.

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