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AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Saturday said his party had improved its performance in the recently concluded Lok Sabha polls when compared to the 2019 LS elections and taunted BJP leader K Annamalai and others like him for the Saffron party failing to cross the majority mark on its own. Speaking to reporters following a party meeting, for the first time after the declaration of results of the 2024 LS polls, Palaniswami rejected the view that several seats could have been won had there been an alliance between the AIADMK and BJP.

Israel cannot force its choices on Hamas and the group will accept no deal that does not achieve security for Palestinians, Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh said on Saturday in response to an Israeli military offensive in Gaza's al-Nuseirat area.

Bajaj Housing Finance IPO: Bajaj Housing Finance has filed it's preliminary draft papers with capital markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to raise funds worth ₹7,000 crore through its upcoming public issue.The public issue aggregating up to ₹7,000 crore comprises a fresh issue of equity shares of up to ₹4,000 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to ₹3,000 crore by the selling shareholder with face value of ₹10 each equity share by Bajaj Finance Limited--the promoter selling shareholder.Kotak Mahindra Capital Company Limited, BofA Securities India Limited, Axis Capital Limited, Goldman Sachs (India) Securities Private Limited, SBI Capital Markets Limited, JM Financial Limited, and IIFL Securities Limited are the Book Running Lead Managers to the issue.

Bajaj Housing Finance has filed preliminary papers with capital markets regulator Sebi to raise Rs 7,000 crore through an initial public offering (IPO). The proposed IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares of up to Rs 4,000 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of equity shares worth Rs 3,000 crore by parent Bajaj Finance, according to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP). The share sale is being conducted to comply with the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) regulations, which require upper-layer non-banking finance companies to be listed on stock exchanges by September 2025.

Odisha assembly polls, state outgoing Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Saturday said that Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader VK Pandian is not his "successor" and pointed out that the people of the state would decide on this.

Also Read: Narendra Modi to take oath as PM: From guest list to security arrangements, here’s all you need to knowTDP chairman Chandrababu Naidu and JDU's Nitish Kumar have emerged as kingmakers of National Democratic Alliance (NDA at this critical time, shares of companies based in Bihar and Andhra Pradesh have been soaring. Some companies based in Bihar or with facilities there may gain even more from the political climate.

India gears up for Narendra Modi's third consecutive term oath-taking ceremony as Prime Minister on June 9, the Delhi Police has taken strict measures to ensure security during the event.

Lok Sabha Results: The INDIA bloc surged ahead in Uttar Pradesh (UP) from the first phase of elections. The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) lagged in all phases, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) could only replicate its 2019 success during the second phase, according to a report by Times of India. Common factors such as dissatisfaction with candidates and local issues contributed to the shift in voter sentiment against the ruling party in specific seats.

police outpost and set several houses on fire in Manipur's Jiribam district on Saturday, officials said. The militants torched the Jiri police outpost located in Chotobekra area on the banks of the Barak river at around 12.30 am, they said.

₹200 crore company. Then the man, who like many other successful businessmen of the early 1990s loved flashy foreign cars, turned too cute, or too crafty, depending on which way you look at it. MS Shoes East launched its first public issue in September 1992, followed by a rights-cum-public issue of fully convertible debentures in December 1993.

MintGenie, Raj Khosla, Founder & MD, MyMoneyMantra, talks about how youngsters should handle their credit so that they can make the best use of their credit cards and other debt products.Spending large sums of money on weddings is one trend that is clearly defined by the ‘want’ rather than the ‘need’ aspect of consumerism. Given the importance of the event and societal pressures, millennials and GenZs are ready to start their loan journey now more than ever.However, it's crucial they weigh the long-term financial implications. Here are some tips:First, set a realistic budget.

2024 Lok Sabha elections is "not a sign" a the revival of "brand" Rahul Gandhi, India Today reported.Speaking to the channel after the general elections and after his results predictions fell short of reality, Kishore said he does not think the Congress scion's image has been elevated among the general public, "only among his supporters, voters, and party cadres."Also Read | Narendra Modi to take oath as PM: From guest list to security arrangements, here’s all you need to knowOn NDA leader Narendra Modi, Kishor believes there is no widespread anger against Modi, adding that the BJP's vote share remained largely unchanged."The sense was that there is a lot of discontent, at least in pockets. There is, you know, maybe a little bit of anger also, but there's no widespread anger against Modi.

Narendra Modi's Union Cabinet, Hindustan Times reported citing sources.The report stated that the TDP is anticipated to secure one Cabinet minister post, along with two positions of ministers of state (MoS) in Modi's cabinet.However, it's worth noting that the party has advocated for four berths– two Cabinet minister posts and two MoS posts.Also Read: Chandrababu Naidu's son Nara Lokesh bats for Muslim reservation: ‘Social justice, not appeasement…’“Besides, there is a possibility of the party being offered the deputy speaker post," a party leader told HT on condition of anonymity.Meanwhile, News18 reported, citing sources, that the TDP and JDU are primarily focused on securing funds for their respective states, Andhra Pradesh and Bihar. Their priority lies in obtaining financial packages rather than seeking cabinet positions.Nitish Kumar-led JDU is reportedly interested in key ministries such as Railways, Agriculture, and Rural Development.

Eknath Shinde have contacted leaders from the Shiv Sena (UBT) and have expressed their desire to rejoin the party, India Today reported, citing sources.Earlier on Thursday, sources revealed to India Today TV that approximately 10-15 MLAs from Ajit Pawar's faction within the NCP in Maharashtra have been communicating with the Sharad Pawar camp.This comes months ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly polls and follows Ajit Pawar's NCP securing only one Lok Sabha seat.Also Read: Maharashtra Election results 2024: Full list of winners in Lok Sabha electionWithout naming any party, NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) state president Jayant Patil said several leaders were in touch with them. “We will think of these proposals at our meeting on June 9.

Sonia Gandhi is poised to retain her position as Chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP), with an expected re-election at a meeting gathering party MPs from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on Saturday evening.As reported by ANI, citing party sources, “With Congress to decide the name of its leader in Lok Sabha, there would be a clamour for party leader Rahul Gandhi to assume the key role."Rahul Gandhi won Lok Sabha polls from both Wayanad and Raebareli.The sources told ANI that party MPs including KC Venugopal, Manickam Tagore and Gaurav Gogoi are expected to make the demand by raising their hands.Also Read: Kapil Sibal’s jibe at Narendra Modi: ‘Bhagwan ke sath koi coalition kar sakta hai?’Additionally, it's noted that the leader of the Congress party in the Lok Sabha will assume the role of Leader of the Opposition in the House, given that the party has secured the necessary number of seats in the general elections.According to the Congress Constitution, the Chairperson of the Parliamentary Party is empowered to name the party's leaders in the two Houses of Parliament.Party sources told ANI that it would depend on Sonia Gandhi if she decided to name Rahul Gandhi as the party's leader in Lok Sabha or if she opted for another leader.

Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) lady constable who allegedly slapped BJP MP Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh airport has not been arrested yet, according to police officials.

The investor at the center of the pandemic meme stock craze says he still believes GameStop’s management team can turn the struggling video game retailer around

A flurry of recent attacks in Iraq, apparently orchestrated by supporters of Iran-backed, anti-American militias, reflect surging anger against the United States, Israel’s top ally, over the war in Gaza

Edge of Tomorrow. Despite not securing the top spot at the box office during its theatrical run, this thrilling science fiction film starring Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt has etched its place in the hearts of many. With the film's recent anniversary, Cruise has taken a moment to reflect on this iconic movie and hinted at the much-anticipated sequel.

Allianz fund manager pleaded guilty on Friday over his role in a meltdown of private investment funds sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic, and which according to prosecutors caused $7 billion of investor losses.