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Titan's revenue jumped 17% year-on-year in the fourth quarter and 36 stores were added in the same period. The overall store count currently stands at 3,035.

company secretaries will be tremendous to manage the inflow of capital both from the Indian and international investors, a top domain expert said on Friday. «We have to increase the pool of Company Secretaries (CS) to 95,000 by 2030 and to 1.4 lakh by 2047, the year of Viksit Bharat economy driven by capital flow and the government-initiated infrastructure development,» B Narasimhan, President of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), said here. Currently, ICSI has around 70,000 CS members and over 2 lakh students, he told PTI. Narasimhan gave an insight into the aspects resonating with the Indian economy.

Mindy Kaling, the comedic genius behind hits like "The Mindy Project," is making a triumphant return to Hulu with her latest creation, "Murray Hill." The streaming platform, known for rescuing «The Mindy Project» from cancellation in 2015, emerged victorious in a competitive bidding war for Kaling's new single-camera sitcom. This marks a significant milestone as Hulu grants Kaling a script-to-series commitment, signaling confidence in her creative prowess, as per a report by Collider.

Circle Squared Alternative Investments founder Jeff Sica discusses the DOJ antitrust lawsuit against Apple that claims the tech giant monopolized smartphone markets, on 'Varney & Co.' 

SRH vs CSK IPL 2024: TheRajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad, is ready for a high-profile clash as World Cup-winning skipper Pat Cummins leads Sunrisers Hyderabad against young Ruturaj Gaikwad-led Chennai Super Kings. While SRH boasts of an array of explosive batters, CSK has just one player to match all the power- MS Dhoni. Pat Cummins spoke about the clash of titans ahead of the match, and admitted that SRK'S outing against CSK, which has the omnipotent presence of Dhoni, is going to be tough one.

Mint in an exclusive interaction. Secondary markets (non-metro cities) are rapidly becoming a very important market size-wise for the growth that these cities are experiencing and these airports are experiencing. "In order to allow us to use our infrastructure more efficiently, we are in talks with airlines to serve those secondary markets.

Indo Tech Transformers Ltd.(up 7.74%), Transformers & Rectifiers(India)Ltd.(up 5.00%), Jaiprakash Power Ventures Ltd.(up 4.88%), Indowind Energy Ltd.(up 4.84%), Hitachi Energy India Ltd.(up 3.59%), Kalpataru Projects International Ltd.(up 2.82%), SJVN Ltd.(up 2.81%), JSW Energy Ltd.(up 2.76%), Gujarat Industries Power Company Ltd.(up 1.41%) and Torrent Power Ltd.(up 1.01%) stood among the top gainers.

Israel said Friday it was targeting a "Hamas gunman" when it killed in Gaza seven aid workers whose deaths caused an international outcry, with its military admitting a series of «grave mistakes» and violations of its own rules of engagement. The victims — an Australian, Britons, a North American, a Palestinian and a Pole — were killed in three air strikes over four minutes by an Israeli drone as they ran for their lives between their three vehicles, the military said. The drone team who killed them made an «operational misjudgement of the situation» after spotting a suspected Hamas gunman shooting from the top of one of the aid trucks they were escorting, an internal Israeli military inquiry found.

Plastic Export Promotion Council (Plexconcil) recently published an in-depth report that thoroughly analyses India's plastic export trends for February 2024. Drawing upon data from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, the study reveals that India reported its highest-ever monthly export of made-up fishing nets during February 2024. The cumulative value of merchandise exports during April 2023 – February 2024 was $395 billion as against $409.1 billion during the same period last year, reflecting a decline of 3.5%. Overview of Overall Plastic Exports In February 2024, India exported plastics worth $997 million, an increase of 14.3% from $872 million in February 2023. The cumulative value of plastics exports during April 2023 – February 2024 was $10,433 million, as against $10,911 million during the same period last year, registering a decline of 4.4%.

India's Ayurveda product market is projected to reach USD 16.27 billion or Rs 1.2 lakh crore by FY28 from USD 7 billion or Rs 57,450 crore at present, according to a study. Ayurveda product market has experienced significant growth due to rising demand for natural and herbal remedies in local and international markets, increase in ayurvedic medical practitioners, government initiatives, and emergence of new entrepreneurs, Ayurveda tech startup NirogStreet said. Citing a survey, NirogStreet said the Ayurveda product market in India is expected to grow significantly, with projections indicating a substantial increase in market value to Rs 1,20,660 crore (USD 16.27 billion) by FY28. According to NirogStreet survey, the overall market for Ayurveda products and services is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15 per cent from FY23 to FY28, with the product and service sectors growing at a CAGR of 16 per cent and 12.4 per cent, respectively.

NEW DELHI : Punit Misra, president of content and international markets at Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL), has quit the company. During his tenure, Misra was instrumental in managing content for Zee's linear television networks and its digital platform, ZEE5, catering to both domestic and international audiences. He also spearheaded the company's global business initiatives.

PS5 Slim boasts a more compact design compared to its predecessor, addressing concerns over the bulkiness of the original PS5. Sony touts a reduction in volume by over 30% and weight by 18% to 24%, offering a more streamlined gaming experience. In terms of aesthetics, subtle tweaks have been made to the console's design, featuring four panels instead of the previous two, potentially allowing for enhanced personalization options.

When President John F. Kennedy met his French counterpart during the Berlin crisis of 1961, he found himself having to offer reassurances. With Moscow demanding that NATO withdraw its forces from the divided city, President Charles de Gaulle cast doubt on America’s determination to protect Europe.

Gold rate today: After climbing to record highs on Thursday, gold and silver prices came under sell-off pressure as the US dollar bounced back in early morning deals on Friday. The MCX gold rate for June 2024 expiry opened lower at ₹69,297 per 10 gm, which is around 0.50 percent lower from Thursday's close price of ₹69,707 per 10 gm level.

Alia Bhatt. The advertisement, showcasing Bhatt in Gucci attire, has garnered significant attention, particularly on social media platforms. The image, initially shared on Reddit and Instagram by user Anabibazon_, features Bhatt in a stylish blue shirt complemented by sleek sunglasses, embodying the essence of Gucci's fashion aesthetics.

₹424 per day, as per a government notification. For 2024, it is ₹449 per day. This is lower than the price-adjusted minimum wages of ₹483 in 2022-23, as per the suggestion of the labour ministry expert committee.

Daily lives are noisier than ever, and many travelers are seeking relief in silence

Finland says it will extend the closure of its border crossing points with Russia beyond the current April 14 deadline “until further notice” due to a high risk of organized migration orchestrated by Moscow

Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes on Thursday: Levi Strauss, Conagra Brands rise; Lamb Weston, RPM International fall

The arraignment of two Binance executives held against their will by Nigerian authorities has been postponed until April 19 as the country seeks criminal charges against the Nigeria crypto duo, an Abuja court hearing reveals.

ALSO READ: IPL 2024: Pace sensation Mayank Yadav turns 'vegetarian', his mother explains WHY! He shared a special message for Akhtar and said ‘phenta maar diya’. Until now, Rawalpindi Express – Shoaib Akhtar – holds the record for bowling the fastest delivery in international cricket, as he delivered 161.3 km/hr against former England star Nick Knight to achieve the iconic feat at the ICC World Cup back in 2003. Playing his first season in the world's richest T20 league, Mayank bagged match-winning figures of 3 for 27 against Punjab Kings on Saturday.