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18 Sep

Modi Replies to Gates’ Birthday Note, Emphasizes India’s Role in Global Progress

editorBusiness, International, National, Political

Thank you for your kind greetings, Bill Gates. "India looks forward to collaborating to create a sustainable and promising future for future generations," Prime Minister Modi said. As Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates wished PM Modi a happy 75th birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reacted on Thursday with thanks, emphasizing the necessity of working together to create a sustainable future for future generations. "Thank you for your nice greeting, @BillGates. India looks forward to collaborating to create a sustainable and prosperous future for future generations," PM Modi wrote in a post on X. In his greeting on Wednesday, Gates…

17 Sep

Coriander futures prices upgrade on demand

editorBusiness, News

New Delhi: Coriander prices rose by Rs 14 to Rs 8,306 per quintal in futures trade on Wednesday as speculators increased their positions, tracking a firm trend in the spot market. On the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Exchange (NCDEX), coriander contracts for October delivery rose by Rs 14, or 0.17 percent, to Rs 8,306 per quintal, with a turnover of 15,660 lots. Market analysts said coriander prices rose due to a firm trend in the spot market and limited supplies from producing regions.

17 Sep

From Banarasi to Tant: The quintessential sarees of Durga Puja

editorLifestyle

In West Bengal and throughout India, Durga Puja is widely observed and symbolizes spirituality, the victory of good over evil, and a variety of artistic mediums. Timeless sarees that not only radiate elegance but also uphold India's rich fashion legacy are a way for women of all ages to celebrate their culture. The founder of Vidhi Singhania, Vidhi Singhania, showcases her favorite Durga Puja saree choices, elegantly encapsulating the spirit of the celebration. Here are few must haves: Silk Banarasi sareeA large gathering in Bengali culture would not be complete without a Banarasi saree. These Varanasi-made sarees are opulent with…

17 Sep

Jeethu Joseph Proves That Brilliance Lies in the Blueprint

editorEntertainment

In today's world, directing 18 films in 18 years, let alone in many languages, is a significant accomplishment. Jeethu Joseph, the director of Mirage and Drishyam, has rarely failed. My memories of picking my brain off the floor after viewing the climax of the whodunit murder mystery Detective (2007) remain clear in my mind. Not only did the identity of the murderer feel unique and out of the box, but the movie also demonstrated the latent potential of locked-room/impossible crime mysteries, which were uncommon in Malayalam film at the time. The director's name, however, was unfamiliar, but it easily engraved…

16 Sep

Suzlon Energy upgrade 2% after bagging largest order of FY26

editorBusiness, News

Shares of Suzlon Energy rose over 2% to hit an all-time high of ₹59.28 per share on Tuesday, September 16, after bagging its largest order for FY2025-26. The renewable energy company has received an 838 MW order from Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL) under its Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) project. This is Suzlon’s second-largest order ever after the 1,544 MW order from NTPC Green Energy, and reflects the growing role of FDRE projects in accelerating India’s energy transition, the company said. The 838 MW project will consist of Suzlon's 266 S144 wind turbines, each with a rated…

16 Sep

ITR Filing Deadline Extended Twice: Here’s Why You Have Till September 16

editorBusiness, Economy

In a statement issued late Monday night, the CBDT announced that the income tax ITR filing deadline has been extended from September 15 to September 16. ITR Filing Due Date Extended: In a late-night statement on Monday, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) extended the deadline for filing ITRs (income tax returns), providing relief to taxpayers. The ITR filing deadline has been extended by one day to September 16, meaning that the last day to file is today. In a statement issued late Monday night, the CBDT announced that the income tax ITR filing deadline has been extended from…

15 Sep

Coriander futures prices upgrade on demand

editorBusiness, News

New Delhi, Coriander prices on Monday rose by Rs 44 to Rs 8,096 per quintal in futures trade as speculators increased their positions in view of a firm trend in the spot market. At NCDEX, coriander contracts for October delivery rose by Rs 44, or 0.54 per cent, to Rs 8,096 per quintal in a business turnover of 14,360 lots. Market analysts said coriander prices rose due to a firm trend in the spot market and limited supplies from producing regions.

15 Sep

Suryakumar’s Silent Statement: Tradition Broken as India Opts Out of Handshake

editorSports

India vs Pakistan Handshake Row: Suryakumar had made up his mind on the morning of the game and signaled to the squad that he would not oblige the handshake. Frosty emotions between both sides due to recent tensions at the border. Both captains, India's Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan's Salman Ali Agha, were greeted with the traditional roars as they entered the half-filled Dubai International Stadium. However, Surya and Agha did not exchange traditional handshakes during the Asia Cup's final match. Both captains handed over their team lists to the umpire, paused for the traditional talk with the commentator (Ravi Shastri…

13 Sep

Infosys share price inflation over 2% on record ₹18,000 crore buyback programme

editorBusiness, News

Infosys share price: Shares of information technology services major Infosys rose over 2% on Friday, September 12, after the company's board of directors approved its largest ever share buyback programme of ₹18,000 crore. This share buyback programme of Infosys matches the largest ever plan of IT major TCS. In 2022, Tata Consultancy Services had bought back 4 crore shares worth ₹18,000 crore at ₹4,500 per share. Infosys Share Price At 12:36 pm, Infosys shares were trading 1.23% higher at ₹1,528.30 per share on the National Stock Exchange. It has a market capitalization of ₹6,34,583.41 crore. Intraday, it rose 2.19% to…

13 Sep

Gen Z in India Eyes AI Skills as Key to Career Growth, Survey Finds

editorBusiness

According to the survey, the majority of Gen Z workers and supervisors admitted to using prohibited AI tools to do creative tasks. Gen Z professionals in India want more freedom to experiment with AI technologies, despite the fact that enterprise use of AI is still in its early stages globally. Over 78 per cent of Gen Z workers said that experimenting with AI tools could help improve their visual workflows, according to a new report by Canva on Tuesday, September 9. The findings of the survey dubbed 'State of Visual Communication survey' demonstrate that there is a big disparity between…