Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced his government decision to meet the entire expenditure on education of Valmiki community children after class 12 while accusing previous governments of keeping Valmiki community bereft of developmental opportunities. He also alleged that various political parties wanted the Valmiki community children to […]
IRCTC shares rise over 100% in blockbuster stock market debut
The India Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) made a strong debut in the stock markets on Monday. The IRCTC shares rose to Rs 673 at BSE and were trading at Rs 662 on NSE, almost double the issue price of Rs 320. IRCTC is the fourth railway company to […]
Sensex jumps over 150 points on positive global cues
Equity benchmark BSE Sensex rose over 150 points on Monday led by gains in HDFC Bank, ITC and HUL, amid positive global cues and foreign fund inflow. After opening on a volatile note, the 30-share index swung over 200 points in early trade. It was trading 105.79 points, or 0.28 […]
Rupee rises 28 paise to 70.74 against US Dollar in early trade
The Indian rupee appreciated by 28 paise to 70.74 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday as gains in domestic equity market and positive developments on the US-China trade talks front strengthened investor sentiments. At the interbank foreign exchange the rupee opened at 70.83, then gained further ground […]
French energy giant Total to buy 37.4% stake in India’s Adani Gas
French energy giant Total SA will buy a 37.4% stake in Indian gas distribution company Adani Gas, as it looks to capitalise on the South Asian country’s push for cleaner sources of energy. Total is the third foreign oil major to enter India’s gas sector after BP Plc and Shell, […]
Here is your horoscope for October 14, 2019
On Monday, kick out the bad mood and focus your attention on the changes and new tasks that need to start today. Their peak will be tomorrow, but today is an important day that should not be wasted with complaints or laziness. You may need to make a difficult decision, […]
‘Now prosecute them’: US tells Pakistan about arrested LeT operatives
The United States has urged Pakistan, which has a long history of catching and releasing terrorists operating from its soil, to successfully prosecute top Lashkar-e-Toiba operatives it arrested recently, ahead of a crucial meeting of a global watchdog on terror financing next week. “The victims of LeT’s vicious attacks deserve […]
After War success, Hrithik Roshan says dad Rakesh Roshan is ready for ‘mammoth’ Krrish 4
After the roaring success of his latest action film, War, actor Hrithik Roshan is finally ready to turn his attention to another fan-favourite project, Krrish 4. The actor said in a recent interview that because his father, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan, is now hale and hearty, he can start working on the next instalment […]
Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne Khan step out for Sunday brunch with kids
Actor Hrithik Roshan, who is basking in the success of his latest film War, went out for Sunday brunch with ex-wife Sussanne Khan and their kids, Hridhaan and Hrehaan. Pictures of the family were shared online. While Hrithik wore a grey hoodie and pants, Sussanne was spotted in a neon top and blue […]
UPSC recruitment 2019: 88 vacancies on offer, here’s how to apply
Union Public service commission has invited online applications to fill 88 vacancies for various posts. Candidates interested and eligible for the post can apply online at upsc.gov.in on or before October 31, 2019. Vacancies: •Botanist: 13 Posts •Legal Officer: 6 Posts •Joint Assistant Director: 13 Posts •Specialist Grade III (Anaesthesia): 20 Posts […]
Ambedkar University: Psychology students being trained to identify suicidal tendencies
Psychology students at the Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) are being trained to identify suicidal tendencies and provide psychological first-aid to prevent a “suicide attempt”, varsity officials said. It is also a major misconception that suicide prevention is the sole responsibility of mental health professionals like clinical psychologists and psychiatrists, they […]
Reliance Jio, Airtel and Vodafone Idea are trolling each other over 6 paise per minute calling charges
Reliance Jio has drawn sharp reaction from its subscribers as well as rival operators after it announced charging users 6 paise per minute for voice calls. If official press releases were not enough, Vodafone Idea, Airtel and Reliance Jio are now taking it to social networking platforms to troll each […]
Anamika Khanna, Wendell Rodricks, Rajesh Pratap Singh and Manish Arora conclude LMIFW 2020 on a high note, with Kangana Ranaut closing the show
With an aim to phase out beauty and gender stereotypes, FDCI presents Lotus Make up India Fashion Week (LMIFW) closed on Saturday. The fashion gala had ‘My fashion my tribe’ as its theme and ace designers Anamika Khanna, Wendell Rodricks, Rajesh Pratap Singh and Manish Arora showcased their collections on the finale with inclusivity […]
Mobile banking firm ‘Current’ sues Facebook over Calibra logo
Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency project has hit another roadblock, as a mobile banking app has sued its Calibra subsidiary over similar logos. Interestingly, both the logos were designed by San Francisco-based branding firm ‘Character’, which has also been named as a defendant in the lawsuit. According to the lawsuit filed by a mobile […]
Social media etiquettes, pranayam part of UGC’s ‘life skills’ curriculum
Ethics and etiquettes of social media, how to use Google search better, yoga and pranayama and resume writing are part of the “life skills” curriculum developed by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The commission had recently launched “Jeevan Kaushal”, a life skills programme in the curriculum for under-graduate courses across […]