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SBI Capital Markets has appointed Amrendra Singh as its new head of equity capital markets, replacing Deepak Kaushik. Singh joins the investment banking arm of State Bank of India after nearly 25 years with SBI group According to an update on LinkedIn, Singh began his career at SBI in May 2000.

National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted four terror operatives of the Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist organisation in the September 2024 Chandigarh grenade attack case, an official statement said on Sunday. The accused include Pakistan-based designated terrorist Harwinder Singh Sandhu alias Rinda, and US-based Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passi, it said. In the chargesheet filed before the Special NIA court, Chandigarh, all four accused persons have been charged under multiple sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), the Explosive Substances Act, and other related provisions, for their roles in planning and supporting the attack. The two terrorists — Rinda and Happy Passi — were the primary handlers and conspirators behind the attack, said the statement issued by the NIA. They had provided logistical support, terror funds, weapons, and ammunition to India-based on-ground operatives in Chandigarh for executing the grenade attack, it said.

highest PowerPlay score in IPL history. Rajasthan Royals stand-in skipper Riyan Parag won the toss and opted to bowl against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their opening IPL match here on Sunday. RR picked Shimron Hetmyer, Maheesh Theekshana, Jofra Archer and Fazalhaq Farooqi as overseas players, while SRH handed debut to Ishan Kishan and Abhinav Manohar. RR are the inaugural champions, while 2016 winner SRH came close to winning another title last year but finished runners-up.

All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) on Sunday announced a nationwide agitation against the proposed Waqf Amendment Bill. A statement issued by Mohd Vaquar Uddin Latifi, Office Secretary of the (AIMPLB) said," Following a massive and successful protest in Delhi on March 17, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has announced a nationwide agitation against the proposed Waqf Amendment Bill. SQR Ilyas, spokesperson of AIMPLB and Convener of the Action Committee Against the Waqf Bill, expressed gratitude on behalf of the Board to all Muslim organizations, civil society groups, and leaders from Dalit, Adivasi, OBC, and other minority communities. «Without the grace of Allah and the united support of these groups, the success of the Delhi demonstration would not have been possible,» he said. He also extended thanks to the opposition parties and Members of Parliament who not only participated in large numbers but also firmly rejected the proposed legislation. The statement stated that the AIMPLB's 31-member Action Committee has resolved to adopt all constitutional, legal, and democratic means to «oppose» what it has termed a «controversial, discriminatory, and damaging» bill. «As part of the first phase of the agitation, large protest sit-ins have been planned in front of the state assemblies in Patna on March 26 and Vijayawada on March 29»

Sunil Gavaskar brushed off speculations regarding Indian legend MS Dhoni's retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL), and said every time people raise this question, the former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain proves them wrong. Lauding Dhoni, he said age is just a number for him, and he still has the ability to hit the ball into the stands «Why should we even ask that question? Why put pressure on him? Every time people question MS Dhoni, he proves them wrong. Don't doubt his ability. Even at this age, he's hitting sixes not just past the boundary but into the stands during practice. Age is just a number when it comes to Dhoni,» Gavaskar, who is a Jio Star expert said on Jio Hotstar. The former India captain also spoke about the attacking mindset displayed by batters in the IPL he said they understand how to catch the powerplay when only two fielders are allowed outside the 30-yard circle. He also talked about batters' mindstep of scoring 10-12 runs per over which gives their team a strong platform for 180-200 runs. «Batters are getting more adventurous and aggressive. They understand that the powerplay--where only two fielders are outside the inner circle--must be capitalized on. You have to aim for 10-12 runs per over and reach around 60-75 runs in the first six overs, even if you lose just one wicket. That creates a strong platform to push towards 180-200 runs.» he added.

Jawaharlal Nehru did not agree to it. Chapter 25 of the 'Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha' has enabling provisions to hold secret sittings at the request of the Leader of the House. According to Rule 248, subclause one, on a request made by the Leader of the House, the speaker will fix a day or a part of it for sitting of the House in secret. Subclause 2 says that when the House sits in secret no stranger will be permitted to be present in the chamber, lobby or the galleries. But there are some who will be allowed during such sittings. Another rule in the chapter says the speaker may direct that a report of the proceedings of a secret sitting be issued in such manner as the chair thinks fit.

Saurabh Rajput, his wife and her lover are having a hard time adjusting to life in jail, with prison officials claiming that the duo were experiencing drug withdrawal symptoms. Muskan Rastogi and her lover Sahil Shukla have been lodged in Chaudhary Charan Singh district jail here since last Wednesday after a court here sent the duo to judicial custody for 14 days. Jail sources said the duo have been showing signs of extreme distress. «Muskan and Sahil are not able to sleep properly. They are also refusing to eat and drink,» a source said. While some speculate that this might be due to remorse, jail officials attribute it to drug withdrawal. Senior Jail Superintendent Viresh Raj Sharma said, «Both Sahil and Muskan have been taking drugs for a long time. Due to this, they are having problems of restlessness and are not even able to sleep at night.» Doctors have prescribed medication to manage their symptoms, and a dedicated team is monitoring their condition, he said. Police investigations have revealed that the two accused consumed drugs and alcohol regularly.

The Bihar Board Inter exam 2025 results can be checked using BSEB login credentials like roll number and date of birth. Along with the BSEB Class 12 results, passing percentages, toppers, re-evaluation, and supplementary exam dates details will also be announced. The BSEB Class 12 exams took place from February 1 to February 15, 2025, across 1,677 centers in Bihar, with a total of 12,92,313 candidates appearing for the exams.

Dubai visa is a great investment for Indians, offering opportunities to explore iconic attractions like dining at the Burj Khalifa, flamingo spotting at Ras Al Khor, dune-bashing at Bab Al Shams, or enjoying a sundowner at a beach club. Here's a detailed guide on how to get one:

Officials said that a 35-year-old security personnel employed in the area notified the authorities at about 6:30 am. «At 06:31 AM, a PCR call was made by Baljit Singh, R/o Hauz Khas Village, Delhi, age 35 years, working as security guard in district park, Deer Park, Hauz Khas, Delhi, regarding a boy and a girl hanging on the branch of a tree,» said a statement from Delhi Police. While initial assessments by the Delhi Police suggested a possible suicide, the investigation is currently ongoing. «On receipt of the call, police staff immediately reached the spot and found that a boy age about 17 years, wearing a black T-shirt, and blue jeans and a girl is about 17 years, wearing a green dress hanged themselves with the common nylon rope on a branch of a tree,» the police statement further read.

IndusInd Bank has appointed Grant Thornton to conduct a forensic review into accounting lapses detected this month and to check if there is any evidence of fraud or internal misstatements, said two people with direct knowledge of the matter. IndusInd is India's fifth-largest private lender with a balance sheet of $63 billion. Its shares have lost about 23.4% since it disclosed on March 10 that its derivatives portfolio was overvalued by around 2.35%, or $175 million, after non-compliant internal trades. The accounting discrepancy contravened Reserve Bank of India rules, though the central bank has said IndusInd is well-capitalised.

Shaheed Diwas, observed annually on March 23, is a solemn occasion to pay tribute to the martyrs who made the ultimate sacrifice for India’s freedom. This day is particularly significant for remembering the courage and sacrifice of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev, who were hanged by the British colonial rulers on this day in 1931. Their sacrifice, which was a turning point in India’s struggle for independence, continues to inspire generations of Indians to uphold the values of nationalism and patriotism.

ICICI Bank and Bharti Airtel emerging as the biggest gainers, in tandem with a bullish trend in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark gauge surged 3,076.6 points, or 4.16 per cent, and the NSE Nifty jumped 953.2 points, or 4.25 per cent. The market capitalisation (mcap) of ICICI Bank jumped Rs 64,426.27 crore to Rs 9,47,628.46 crore, the most among the top-10 firms.

Vodafone Idea (Vi) chief executive Akshaya Moondra has appealed to Department of Telecommunications (DoT) secretary Neeraj Mittal to urgently allow equity conversion of the telco’s upcoming adjusted gross revenue (AGR) and purchase dues relating to the 2012, 2014, 2015 and 2016 spectrum auctions as the cash-strapped company braces for a spike in regulatory payouts. If DoT backs Moondra’s call, the government holding in Vi could jump to 49%, from 22.6% at present. The telecom JV between UK’s Vodafone Plc and India’s Aditya Birla Group has also told DoT that its current financial position does not allow it to furnish a Rs 6,091 crore bank guarantee (BG) or make a cash payment of Rs 5,493 crore towards a shortfall in the 2015 spectrum auction. Under these circumstances, it has asked the DoT not to take “any coercive action” against the company.

CBI) has filed a closure report in the two cases it was investigating in the alleged suicide case of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, sources said on Saturday. Rajput, 34, was found dead at his Bandra apartment on June 14, 2020.

Ravneet Singh Bittu on Saturday said the Ministry of Food Processing Industries will provide financial support for the establishment of 100 new NABL-accredited food testing laboratories across India in the 2025-26 financial year. Bittu, who inaugurated a food testing laboratory at Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University in Bathinda district, highlighted the critical role of food testing in ensuring food safety. «Food testing is vital for ensuring that food products meet safety standards and are free from harmful contaminants and pathogens,» Bittu said in a statement. The initiative is part of the government's broader plan under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY), which has allocated Rs 503.47 crore for 205 laboratory projects. Of these, 169 projects have already been completed, with Rs 349.21 crore disbursed. These labs play a crucial role in meeting the requirements of major regulatory bodies such as the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the Export Inspection Council of India (EIC), the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), and international agencies like the USFDA and EU regulations. Farmers and producers in sectors such as citrus fruits, green peas, cauliflower, carrots (both fresh and frozen), milk and milk products, basmati rice, wheat, millets like bajra and sorghum, mustard and sunflower oilseeds, and farm-produced shrimp will benefit from these state-of-the-art facilities, said Bittu, who is the Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing Industries.

Kolkata Knight Riders, setting a target of 175 for Rajat Patidar-led Royal Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Despite Kolkata started on a weak note with South Africa's Quinton de Kock wicket in the first over of the opener, skipper Rahane came to the rescue and formed a strong partnership with Sunil Narine. Skipper Ajinkya Rahane made a wonderful 56 but defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders could only manage a sub-par 174 for eight against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match of the IPL 2025 here on Saturday. Rahane made his fifty off just 31 balls and shared a 103-run stand for the second wicket with Sunil Narine (44, 26b) as at one stage KKR looked to break the 200-run margin with ease. However, RCB bowlers led by left-arm spinner Krunal Pandya (3/29) staged a splendid comeback. Josh Hazlewood got two wickets. Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and opted to bowl against the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders in the tournament opener of the 18th edition of the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL) at the iconic Eden Gardens on Saturday.

BCCI on Saturday announced the squads for the upcoming Senior Women's Multi-Day Challenger Trophy, which will be held across two venues in Dehradun from March 25 to April 8. The three-day tournament will feature four teams. While high-profile players such as India captain Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana will be absent from the competition, emerging talents like Kashvee Gautam have been included in the squads. «The Women's Selection Committee has picked the squads for the upcoming IDFC First Bank Senior Women's Multi-Day Challenger Trophy. The red-ball tournament will take place at two venues in Dehradun from March 25 to April 8, 2025,» BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said in a release. The squads are as follows: Team A: Richa Ghosh (CAB), Shipra Giri (UPCA), Shubha Satheesh (KSCA), Shweta Sehrawat (DDCA), Vrinda Dinesh (KSCA), Mukta Magre (MHCA), Henrietta Pereira (ACA), Minnu Mani © (KCA), Tanuja Kanwar (RSPB), Vasavi A. Pavani (ACA), Priya Mishra (DDCA), Arundhati Reddy (VC) (KCA), Sayali Satghare (MCA), Anaadi Tagde (MPCA), Pragati Singh (PCA). Team B: Yastika Bhatia (VC) (BCA), M. Mamatha (HYCA), Pratika Rawal (DDCA), Ayushi Soni (DDCA), Harleen Deol © (HPCA), Arushi Goel (UPCA), Kanika Ahuja (PCA), Mita Paul (CAB), Sree Charani (ACA), Mamta Paswan (JSCA), Prema Rawat (CAU), Nandini Sharma (UTCA), Kranti Goud (MPCA), Akshara S (TNCA), Titas Sadhu (CAB).

Bluesky's CEO Jay Graber had no idea that the black T-shirt she wore during this year's South by Southwest (SXSW), known for its conferences and festivals, would become the company's next cash cow, as per a report.

Ahmedabad has lodged a complaint against her husband and in-laws, alleging harassment and abuse. According to her complaint, she was forced to wear a nightgown at all times while at home. The woman, who married in May 2023 in Saudi Arabia, stated that her in-laws controlled her clothing choices and mistreated her when she resisted, a TOI report stated.