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equity mutual funds have managed to outperform their respective benchmarks so far in the financial year ending on March 31, 2025, an analysis of performance of equity mutual funds showed. There were around 268 equity mutual funds in the market. Out of 268 equity mutual funds, 176 funds have outperformed their respective benchmarks. In other words, only 92 equity mutual funds failed to beat their respective benchmarks.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC), a 35-year-old New York congresswoman, could become the Democratic Party's candidate for the 2028 US elections after she has recently gained popularity as she might best represent the Democratic voters, according to the Axios reporter Alex Isenstadt, reported The Wrap.

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.

Index Fund, a factor-based index fund designed to provide investors with access to high-quality companies exhibiting strong financial health. The new fund offer or NFO is open for subscription and will close on March 28. Also Read | FY25 mutual fund stars: 36 schemes score big, Mirae Asset Hang Seng TECH ETF shines brightest

Manisha Koirala, and model Rajeev Mulchandani. What started as a rumored romance quickly spiraled into a public spat, with accusations, emotional turmoil, and a war of words that left Bollywood buzzing and Aishwarya Rai crying “like crazy”.

elite cricket athletes by signing Jasprit Bumrah—one of the most celebrated cricketers and a globally acclaimed pace powerhouse. The India National Team and Mumbai Indians bowler now competes in Skechers Cricket footwear and will feature in Skechers marketing campaigns, supporting the brand’s performance and lifestyle collections. Bumrah joins a Skechers roster that already includes cricket stars Ishan Kishan and Yastika Bhatia, who have been competing in the brand’s innovative footwear for the past year.

SBI Mutual Fund launched PSU Bank-based two new passive schemes: SBI BSE PSU Bank Index Fund and SBI BSE PSU Bank ETF. The new fund offer or NFO for both schemes is open for subscription and will close on March 20. Also Read | FY25 mutual fund stars: 36 schemes score big, Mirae Asset Hang Seng TECH ETF shines brightest SBI BSE PSU Bank Index Fund is an open-ended scheme replicating/tracking the BSE PSU Bank Index, and the SBI BSE PSU Bank ETF is an open-ended exchange-traded fund replicating/tracking the BSE PSU Bank Index.

JioStar has integrated all Sports18 channels into the Star Sports Network, effective March 15, marking a significant step in establishing Star Sports as the go-to destination for live sports action. The Sports18 channels were inherited from Viacom18 following its merger with Star India to form JioStar. With this expansion, Star Sports now operates a network of 24 channels, further strengthening its reach and content offerings for sports fans across the country.

Ayushmann Khurrana has been named as the official 'Fit India Icon' by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya at the inaugural ceremony which took place on Sunday in New Delhi. The actor 40-year-old actor has joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Fit India Movement which aims «to inspire people to focus on their fitness and wellbeing,» according to a press release. The Fit India Movement is dedicated to fostering a culture of fitness through various initiatives and events. Its core objectives include promoting fitness as easy, fun, and free by showcasing simple and enjoyable ways to incorporate physical activity into daily routines, eliminating barriers to fitness. Khurrana said «Good health empowers us to do anything». «When your health is good, the challenges in life whether personal or professional seem manageable. But when your health is compromised, it becomes the only challenge that matters. A healthy individual is capable, confident, and resilient even when the world around them feels uncertain,» he said in a statement. «Health truly is everything. A healthy nation is a wealthy nation. When we are healthy, we are more productive, more prosperous and contribute to nation-building,» he added.

Pushpa franchise has taken Indian cinema by storm, with both installments smashing box office records and leaving audiences craving more. Now, fans of Allu Arjun can rejoice as the makers have officially confirmed that Pushpa 3 is on the way! Producer Ravi Shankar Yerneni recently revealed that the third chapter of the blockbuster series is set to begin in 2028. However, fans will have to wait a little longer as Allu Arjun and director Sukumar are tied up with prior commitments. The superstar has two massive projects lined up—one with Atlee and another with Trivikram Srinivas—both of which are expected to keep him occupied for the next couple of years. Meanwhile, Sukumar is currently working on a film with Ram Charan, further delaying the timeline for Pushpa 3. Despite these packed schedules, the makers assure that the wait won’t be as long as it was between Pushpa: The Rise and Pushpa: The Rule. Once Allu Arjun wraps up his prior commitments and the director also completes his project, work on Pushpa 3 will start and the makers are aiming for a 2028 release. As per reports, the third installment of the film is titled, Pushpa 3- The Rampage.

mutual funds have offered double-digit returns in the financial year ending on March 31, 2025. There were around 488 funds in the mentioned period. The top two performers were from Mirae Asset Mutual Fund. Mirae Asset Hang Seng TECH ETF FoF outshined in the mentioned period and offered 102.58% return in the financial year 2025 so far. Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ETF FoF delivered 28.96% return in the mentioned period.

Shoaib Malik recently opened up about his bond with his son, Izhaan Mirza Malik, following his divorce from Indian tennis star Sania Mirza. While Sania has primary custody, Shoaib has emphasized that he remains actively involved in Izhaan’s life, despite public scrutiny over his availability as a father. During a recent appearance on a Pakistani Ramzan show, Shoaib described his relationship with Izhaan as more of a friendship than a traditional father-son bond. He revealed that Izhaan affectionately calls him “bro,” and he reciprocates in the same way, making their dynamic playful and close-knit. He also shared that he makes an effort to visit Dubai twice a month, ensuring that he personally drops Izhaan at school and picks him up during his stay. Sports play a significant role in strengthening their bond. Shoaib expressed that despite the physical distance, he connects with his son almost daily through video calls, where they discuss everything from routine matters to their shared love for sports.

Nifty IT has entered a bear market amid concerns of a US slowdown, breaking key technical supports, including the widening wedge pattern and the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level. «Last time when a similar downside happened in Nifty IT in April 2000, we saw 44% fall since the break of Fibonacci golden ratio. Similar breakout favoring downsides are seen in heavyweights like Infosys, Wipro, HCL Tech, LTIMindtree and Tech Mahindra which are expected to trigger more downsides in the index,» said Anand James, Chief Market Strategist, Geojit Financial Services.

Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008, when top Pakistani cricketers like Shoaib Akhtar, Shahid Afridi, Younis Khan, Salman Butt, and Kamran Akmal played in the tournament. The prospect of more such moments, where Indian and Pakistani cricketers played as teammates rather than opponents, came to an abrupt end after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The attacks, carried out by a Pakistan-based terrorist organisation, shook India to its core and brought the two nations to the brink of war.

IIFA Awards 2025 held in Jaipur on March 8-9 have become a flashpoint between the ruling BJP and opposition Congress. Opposition leader Tikaram Jully accused the state government of spending Rs 100 crore of public funds on the event, while development projects for temples like Khatu Shyam ji and Govind Dev temple were stalled.

cabinet sub-committee, which was formed last year to look into grievances against the present reservation policy in the Union Territory. The information was given by Sakeena Itoo, the minister in-charge social welfare, in a written reply to a starred question by Peoples Conference legislator Sajad Gani Lone in the House. The cabinet sub-committee headed by Itoo with ministers Satish Sharma and Javed Rana as its members was constituted in December last year and is going to submit its report to the council of ministers headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. Reservation has become a major issue in Jammu and Kashmir following the Central government's decision to add more communities to the reserved category and expand quotas in the UT over the past five years. There are increasing objections to the Centre's move to push the reservation quota to 70 per cent in Jammu and Kashmir. «The Cabinet Sub Committee stands constituted vide Government order No. 2061- JKGAD of 2024, dated 10.12. 2024 to examine the grievances projected by a section of aspirants for various posts regarding reservation rules. However, no specific timeline has been fixed for submitting the report,» the minister said in response to Lone, who had asked whether a six months time period had been granted to the panel to review the existing reservation policy. Itoo said that a total of 5,39,306 Scheduled Tribe population — 4,59,493 in Jammu division and 79,813 in Kashmir division — have obtained ST certificates in the last two years effective from April 2023, while 67,112 certificates have been issued to scheduled caste population of Jammu region during the same period.

Shihan Hussaini, a man of many talents, has long been admired as a martial arts expert, archery coach, sculptor, actor, and television host. Over the years, he has earned a loyal following, both for his onscreen performances and his dedication to his craft. However, his admirers were left in shock and sorrow when the guru of Pawan Kalyan and Thalapathy Vijay recently disclosed his battle with blood cancer and aplastic anaemia. In an interview with Galatta, Hussaini opened up about his daily struggles with the illness and his determination to continue his passion for martial arts and archery despite his deteriorating health. He revealed that he requires two units of blood every day, making survival an uphill battle. To sustain himself, he has made the heartbreaking decision to sell his cherished training centre—his “temple,” as he calls it.

Despite their recent struggles, Heat coach Erik Spoelstra remains optimistic. «We’re at our best when we don’t fear anyone,» Spoelstra said. «It just takes a win to get back on track.» When asked about the mental toll of their skid, Spoelstra challenged his players: «You have to reveal your competitive character. You can either give in or use adversity to find something better. You always have a choice.»

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. For years, South Indian cinema has thrived on a theatrical-first model, with a fiercely loyal audience that made the big screen the ultimate platform for stardom. Unlike Bollywood, where actors transitioned seamlessly between films and over-the-top (OTT), the South Indian star system remained firmly anchored in the theatrical experience.

Reality TV star Gabby Windey won ‘The Traitors,’ but she has yet to receive her prize money, media reports said. She spoke about the issue on ‘Watch What Happens Live,’ revealing that she is still waiting for payment. The competition ended nearly a year ago, but the winners have not received their earnings.

The Valley Season 2 will start airing on Bravo on April 15, 2025. New episodes will be released every Tuesday at 9 PM ET. Viewers can stream episodes later on Peacock. Bravo’s official website features a cast photoshoot for the upcoming season.