National
Rs 3.8 crore mutual fund investments, Rs 55,000 cash in Rahul Gandhi’s assets
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday filed his nomination for the Lok Sabha elections in Kerala’s Wayanad, from where he is a sitting MP. According to the affidavit filed by Rahul Gandhi, he has stock market investments of Rs 4.3 crore, mutual funds deposits of Rs 3.81 crore, and Rs 26.25 lakh in a bank account. The 53-year-old leader also declared Rs 55,000 in cash and a total income of Rs 1,02,78,680 during the financial year 2022-23. Rahul Gandhi also possesses gold bonds worth Rs 15.2 lakh. He has investments in National Savings Schemes, Postal Savings, insurance policies, etc., worth Rs 61.52 lakh. Rahul Gandhi’s jewellery assets are worth Rs 4.2 lakh, as per the affidavit. The total value of his movable assets stands at Rs 9.24 crore, while the total value of his immovable property is around Rs 11.14 crore. His total assets are worth over Rs 20 crore, according to…
TECHNOLOGY
HP launches laptops with industry-leading AI tools for creators in India
New Delhi: PC and printer major HP on Wednesday launched Envy x360 14 laptops with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) features for the creators’ community in India. The new laptops come with a Microsoft CoPilot button on the keyboard to enable generative AI features such as assisted search, content generation and more. The HP Envy x360 14 laptop is available at a starting price of Rs 99,999 in two colours – meteor silver and atmospheric blue. Weighing 1.4 kgs, the device comes with a 14-inch OLED touch display and is equipped with Intel Core Ultra processors to facilitate high-end creation with apps such as Adobe Photoshop, the company said in a statement. “The laptops also come with a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) that helps with battery optimisation by 65 per cent for uninterrupted creativity and productivity,” the company added. The HP Envy x360 14 laptops are equipped with Windows Studio effects for better video…
HYDERABAD
Hyderabad: Man stabbed to death by his brother-in-law
Hyderabad: A man was stabbed to death by his brother-in-law allegedly over family issues at Bahadurpura on Wednesday. According to the police, the victim Mohd Rasheed (35), a businessman lived at Asadbabanagar in Kishanbagh under Bahadurpura police station limits. On Wednesday, he left home on some work and while on the way met his brother-in-law Shakeel Ahmed, when a quarrel broke out between them The suspect Shakeel was married to Rasheed’s the sister nearly a decade ago.However differences came up between the couple as Shakeel was reportedly harassing his wife over petty issues. Rasheed intervened and tried to settle their issue but could not succeed and asked his sister to come and stay at their mother’s place. “Shakeel bore a grudge against Rasheed following the developments. On Wednesday on spotting the victim on the road, he went to Rasheed and stabbed him to death,” said the Bahadurpura police. A case is registered.
National
Boxer Vijender Singh joins BJP day after reposting Rahul Gandhi’s tweet jabbing PM
Boxer and Olympic medallist Vijender Singh joined the BJP on Wednesday ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, ending his association with Congress, under which he had contested the 2019 polls from the South Delhi constituency. Just a day earlier, Vijender Singh had reposted a tweet of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi jabbing Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Bollywood
Exclusive: Will Raveena Tandon be a part of ‘Andaz Apna Apna 2’? Her reply
Raveena Tandon ‘would love’ to work on the sequel of ‘Andaz Apna Apna’, as told to IndiaToday.in. Aamir Khan, during an Instagram Live, recently said that filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi is working on the script. However, he added a disclaimer that it is in the initial phase and told his fans to not get too excited about it. ‘Andaz Apna Apna’ is a cult Bollywood comedy of 1994, which starred Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Raveena Tandon and Karisma Kapoor. After Aamir Khan hinted at ‘Andaz Apna Apna’ sequel, Raveena Tandon exclusively told IndiaToday.in if she would like to be a part of the film. “I would love to do it”, Raveena quipped. Further adding, “A good comedy is something I would love to do.” On March 14, Aamir Khan spoke about ‘Andaz Apna Apna 2’ during an Instagram live. During his interaction with fans, the actor dropped a hint about the sequel to…
HYDERABAD
GHMC earns Rs 1,917 cr in property tax collection
Tax rebates have once again proved to be effective as the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) raked in an impressive Rs 1,917 crore in property tax for 2023-24. Notably, a major chunk of that collection came from the Early Bird Scheme (EBS) at the start of the financial year and the One-Time Scheme (OTS) at the end. Over Rs 500 crore was collected in March 2024 alone, with the tax paid under the OTS being Rs 319.59 crore up to 10 pm on March 31. The scheme exempted 90 per cent of interest on property tax arrears provided one cleared the principal amount of tax up to 2022-23. The EBS in April 2023 saw a collection of Rs 765 crore, generated from over 7.5 lakh assessments. This campaign gave a five per cent rebate on the property tax. Both these schemes combined fetched more than Rs 1,000 crore, leading to tax collections…
Hollywood
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ set to return for season 21
Washington: ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ has been renewed for its 21st season. Currently in its 20th season, the following season is anticipated to include 18 episodes, up from the 10-episode strike-impacted 20th season, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Meanwhile, Meg Marinis has taken over as showrunner for Shonda Rhimes’ ‘Grey’s Anatomy’. She took over with the 20th season. Grey’s Anatomy has been renewed at ABC for its 21st season on the Disney-owned broadcast network. As per The Hollywood Reporter, Marinis has been with Grey’s Anatomy since its third season and has worked her way up since beginning her tenure on the show as a writer’s production assistant. She then worked as a writers’ assistant and medical researcher before moving up the chain of command to executive producer, a title she held for the past four seasons before being promoted to the big chair. “The loyalty and love of Grey’s Anatomy fans has propelled…
SPORTS
Telangana softball team honoured
Hyderabad: Telangana’s Sub-Junior Softball girls’ team along with their coaches and managers were felicitated by Telangana Softball Association at Fateh Maidan Club, LB Stadium in Hyderabad on Tuesday. The State softball showcased excellent performance to grab the gold medal in the 36th Sub-Junior National Softball Championship for Boys and Girls held at Divisional Sports Complex, Aurangabad recently.
Tollywood
Allu Arjun announces release date of much-awaited ‘Pushpa 2’ teaser
Hyderabad: Tollywood star Allu Arjun announced on Tuesday that the much-anticipated teaser of the second installment of super hit movie ‘Pushpa’ will be out on April 8. The actor took to X (formerly Twitter) to make the announcement. In his post, Allu Arjun shared a poster and said “#Pushpa2TheRule Teaser out on April 8th, 2024!!! (sic)” The date announcement has the fans super excited about the teaser. The first look poster of the film was released last year. Pushpa: The Rise, released in 2021, was written and directed by Sukumar. The film tuned out to be a blockbuster.
BUSINESS
Adani Green Energy becomes India’s 1st to surpass 10,000 MW renewable energy
Ahmedabad: In a first for the country, Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) on Wednesday said it has surpassed 10,000 megawatts (MW) of operational portfolio, delivering reliable, affordable and clean power to the national grid. AGEL’s 10,934 MW operational portfolio will power more than 5.8 million homes and help avoid about 21 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. “We are proud to be India’s first ‘das hazari’ in the renewables space,” said Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group. “In less than a decade, Adani Green Energy has not just envisioned a greener future but has actualised it, growing from a mere idea to explore clean energy to achieving a phenomenal 10,000 MW in installed capacity,” added Adani Group’s Founder and Chairman. AGEL’s operational portfolio consists of 7,393 MW solar, 1,401 MW wind and 2,140 MW wind-solar hybrid capacity. The milestone is a testament to AGEL, India’s largest and one of the world’s leading…
National
Apple doesn’t have access to a customer’s passcode, says company policy
New Delhi: Amid the debate over Apple reportedly denying to unlock the iPhone of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal at the request of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), people close to the development said on Wednesday that no one at the tech giant in India or the global level were contacted directly for unlocking the device. The ED had approached “informally” to Apple to help unlock the device, as per reports. However, Apple has a clear-cut policy that it cannot provide the passcode of an iOS device that is currently locked. “No, Apple does not have access to a customer’s passcode,” according to the company’s ‘Legal Process Guidelines’ for government and law enforcement outside the US. “Questions or inquiries regarding the government legal process can be emailed to lawenforcement@apple.com”. According to sources, there was no written communication from ED to Apple. Apple’s notice policy applies to account requests from law enforcement, government and private…
BUSINESS
Rs 2000 banknotes: Exchange, deposit at RBI offices won’t be available on April 1
New Delhi: The window for the exchange or deposit of Rs 2000 banknotes at RBI regional offices will not be available on Monday, April 1, RBI said on Thursday. The central bank cited operations related to “Annual Closing of Accounts” as the reason behind the unavailability of exchange and deposit services. The facility will resume on Tuesday. About 2.4 per cent of the just-withdrawn Rs 2,000 banknotes are still in circulation, about six months after the deadline to deposit or exchange them at bank branches is over. This essentially meant 97.6 per cent of the total value of the high-value Rs 2,000 banknotes were back in the banking system. The last day for the public to avail of exchange or to deposit high-value Rs 2000 banknotes at the banks was Saturday (October 7). The total value of Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation was Rs 3.56 lakh crore at the close of business on May…
TECHNOLOGY
OnePlus Nord CE 4 India price details leak just 3 days before the launch event
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 will make its debut in India on April 1 and the price details of the upcoming OnePlus 5G phone have leaked online. Just a few days before the launch event, tipster Abhishek Yadav claimed to have received the India price of the OnePlus Nord CE 4. Earlier today, full specs of the device made rounds on the internet and now, the exact price details have leaked. Here is everything you need to know. The tipster claims that the OnePlus Nord CE 4 will come with a starting price of Rs 24,999 in India for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage. There will also be 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, which is tipped to cost Rs 26,999. These are not the official prices, but if the leak turns out to be true, then it would mean that the company will be offering it at a lower…
National
‘Made in India’ tech transformative globally: Bill Gates
New Delhi: Microsoft Co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates on Saturday said that technologies like digital public infrastructure (DPI) that are created in India can be transformative for the world. A day after having a candid conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on an array of topics ranging from AI to healthcare and climate change, Gates said the technology is bridging the digital divide for millions of people in the country. “During my visit to India, I saw how AI and DPI are improving access to education, healthcare, and lives of small farmers, and how these technologies can be transformative for the world,” Gates posted on X social media platform. DPIs like Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Aadhaar are poised to propel India towards a $8 trillion economy by 2030, helping the country achieve a $1 trillion digital economy target, a Nasscom-led report said recently. During his interaction with Gates, PM…
International
Russia calls for jointly combating terrorism with India, other nations
New Delhi: Russian Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, said on Saturday that his country is committed to fighting terrorism together with India and other nations, as he highlighted the strong statement of support from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The remarks came after a dastardly terror attack near Moscow on March 22 left more than 140 people dead and several injured as terrorists, reportedly dressed in camouflage uniforms, stormed the Crocus City Hall, opening fire and setting off explosives. “Russia is committed to decisively fight the menace of terrorism together with India and other countries bilaterally and multilaterally,” Ambassador Alipov said in a post on X. “Strong statements of support to Russia and rejection of terrorism in all manifestations were made by Hon. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, leaders of political parties, ministers, senior officials and public activists,” he added. He also “highly appreciated” the sentiments towards the victims, their kin, and the Russian…
HYDERABAD
Hyderabadi ‘Haleem’ now available across India with an extended shelf life of a month
Hyderabad: If you’re not from Hyderabad and have heard of Haleem during the Ramadan season, you no longer have to miss out. Pista House, renowned for its Haleem in the city, has started shipping out its bestselling dish across India, all with a shelf life of one month. Traditionally, relishing the Ramadan favourite Haleem beyond Hyderabad’s borders proved challenging, with spoilage often hindering delivery attempts. Sometimes people used to fly down from other cities, only to relish the season’s Haleem. However, people outside can now enjoy fresh and flavourful Haleem from the comfort of their homes. “We have achieved this extended shelf life through retort packaging, a method that involves intense heat treatment to eliminate any bacteria, ensuring the Haleem remains fresh for a month,” said Mohammed Abdul Mohsi, Owner of Pista House, Hyderabad. Retort packaging is a process of packing perishable food items without using any preservatives. These food items are packed in retort…
Health
12 signs from your body that you should never ignore
In India, we often overlook our body’s symptoms and hesitate to report them to a doctor unless we believe they are severe. However, we have compiled a list of 12 symptoms you should not ignore; they are your body’s way of telling that you need medical help. 1. Sudden symptoms A. Slurred speech Symptoms like slurred speech may point to a serious condition, says Dr Roohi Pirzada, senior hysician and critical care specialist from Mumbai. She explains that it can be a symptom of an ongoing haemorrhagic stroke. It can also mean metabolic syndrome conditions like: Low sodium levels (hyponatremia) Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) Liver-related brain issues (hepatic encephalopathy) High ammonia levels in the blood (hyperammonemia) Viral brain infections (viral encephalopathy) Bacterial infections can cause swelling around the brain and spinal cord (infectious meningitis). “These symptoms should be taken as an emergency in which the individual can go into an…
National
Sierra Leone national arrested at Mumbai airport with cocaine worth Rs 20 crore
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) Monday arrested a woman from Sierra Leone, who was in possession of 1,979 grams of cocaine worth Rs 19.79 crore at the Mumbai international airport, an official said. The woman, who had landed in the maximum city from the Kenyan capital city of Nairobi, was taken into custody on Sunday on a tip-off, the official added. “We found the items she was carrying, like shoes, moisturiser bottle, shampoo bottle etc, were heavy and rigid. When we checked them, we found white powder concealed in these items,” the DRI official said. When the powder was tested using a field kit with the apprehending team, it was found to be cocaine, the statement said. “We seized 1,979 grams of cocaine worth Rs 19.79 crore from the illicit market. She was placed under arrest and has been remanded in judicial custody. Further probe into the smuggling network…
TECHNOLOGY
“US govt Sues Apple on monopoly charges”
The US Department of justice (DoJ) has filed a lawsuit against Apple and accused it of “broad, sustained, and illegal” monopoly in the smartphone market. The DoJ claims that Apple has hindered competition by limiting access to its software and hardware. Apple, on the other hand, argues that the “lawsuit threatens who we are and the principles that set Apple products apart”. The lawsuit aims to bring about alterations in Apple’s practices. Here is a complete lowdown on the lawsuit in 5 points: -The lawsuit specifically questions the functionality of iMessage and the interconnectivity of Apple products like the iPhone and Apple Watch. The complaint states that the case aims to “free smartphone markets” from Apple’s anticompetitive behaviour, contending that the company has impeded innovation to maintain its market dominance. “Apple has maintained its power not because of its superiority, but because of its unlawful exclusionary behaviour,” The Guardian reported…
International
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Tanks ‘crushed bodies’ at al-Shifa Hospital
Palestinians who fled the ongoing Israeli siege of al-Shifa Hospital say Israeli tanks and armoured bulldozers drove over at least four bodies and ambulances. Israeli forces have also surrounded al-Amal and Nasser hospitals in southern Gaza. Israel informed the UN it would no longer approve UNRWA food convoys to north Gaza, where 70 percent of people face an extreme level of food scarcity. Mediation efforts to end the bloodshed in Gaza appear to be struggling, with a Hamas official telling Al Jazeera that Israeli negotiators have rejected their latest proposals for a ceasefire. At least 32,226 Palestinians have been killed and 74,518 wounded in Israeli attacks on Gaza since October 7. The revised death toll in Israel from Hamas’s October 7 attack stands at 1,139, with dozens taken captive.
