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LIC Q4 net profit up 2% to Rs 13,763 Crore

LIC Q4 net profit up 2% to Rs 13,763 Crore

The insurer's total income during the quarter under review increased to Rs 2,50,923 Crore from Rs 2,00,185 Crore in the same period last fiscal, LIC said in a regulatory filing.Insurance giant LIC on Monday reported a marginal 2 % rise in net profit to Rs 13,763 Crore for the fourth quarter ended March 2024.The insurer had made a profit of Rs 13,428 Crore in the same quarter a year ago.The insurer's total income during the quarter under review increased to Rs 2,50,923 Crore from Rs 2,00,185 Crore in the same period last fiscal, LIC said in a regulatory filing.LIC's incomes…
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Cyclone ‘Remal’ hits Guwahati, Assam

Cyclone ‘Remal’ hits Guwahati, Assam

Few days back, An Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) had issued a warning notice from the India Meteorological Department, about heavy rainfall within the parts of northeast states. Following the notification, Assam's Guwahati city is grappling with incessant rain and gusty winds following the landfall of severe cyclonic storm ‘Remal’ since last night. In various parts the weather condition has led to significant disruption due to it's strong wind. Trees have been uprooted, the city has been without electricity. Further, Assam CM expressing concern for its people through social media stated that, "Heavy storms are lashing parts of the…
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Cattle smuggling attempt: One taking into custody in Siliguri

Cattle smuggling attempt: One taking into custody in Siliguri

Siliguri, May 27: In a recent development, NJP police station has arrested a man named Nizamuddin, a resident of Bihar, in connection with an attempt to smuggle cattle. This arrest took place during a raid conducted by the police near Fulbari bypass toll gate adjacent to Siliguri on Sunday night. Police sources revealed that during the operation based on a tip-off, 26 cows were recovered from a container truck. The cattle were reportedly being moved from Ghoshpukur towards Jalpaiguri. After the arrest, the accused driver was produced in Jalpaiguri district court on Monday. At present the police is investigating the…
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SRH lost by eight wickets to KKR, IPL 2024

SRH lost by eight wickets to KKR, IPL 2024

IPL 2024, Shah Rukh Khan's team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) took the trophy home on Sunday. The match was against Sunrisers Hyderabad(SRH) owner Kavya Maran who lost by eight wickets against KKR. A video from the Chennai cricket stadium from the match is going viral on social media where Kavya was seeing giving standing ovation on KKR winning and then turning back against the camera as she teared up, wiping her eyes. Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan congratulated Shah Rukh Khan on the win through a post and also expressed his disappointment on Kavya's team lost. The post said, "The IPL…
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Thieves had a feast before the theft in a hotel in Siliguri

Thieves had a feast before the theft in a hotel in Siliguri

Siliguri, May 25: In an unusual turn of events, a gang of thieves broke into a hotel on Sevoke Road in Siliguri and had a hearty meal before making off with various items. The incident came to light on Saturday morning when the hotel owner arrived to open the establishment.Reportedly, upon arrival, the owner discovered that the walls of the hotel had been hacked into. Many utensils and other items were missing. It appears that the thieves took their time in eating the food available at the hotel before committing the theft.According to the hotel owner, all the employees had…
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Assam to witness heavy rainfall from May 27 & other parts as well

Assam to witness heavy rainfall from May 27 & other parts as well

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert north-eastern states as the states will soon face heavy to heavy rainfall in upcoming days. According to the IMD reports, the dates for the weather disaster are on May 27 & 28 Assam and Meghalaya to face extremely heavy rainfall. On the other hand, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura will witness on May 27. Further, Arunachal Pradesh will receive extremely heavy rainfall on May 28. And lastly, Sikkim will witness heavy rainfall on May 27 and 28, 2024.
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Assam government asks schools to avoid open space for morning prayers

Assam government asks schools to avoid open space for morning prayers

Amidst increasing weather temperature in the state, Assam the education department has issued a notification to protect students from the heat wave. The Elementary Education Department of Assam's Kamrup Metropolitan District issued a notification which said schools need to ring the water bell three times every day during school hours so the students stay hydrated and remain protected from the scorching heat. Further, the notification also stated the morning assembly prayer need get to arranged inside the classroom rather than open space under the sun.
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School enrollment scam in Siliguri, a teacher and colleague arrested

School enrollment scam in Siliguri, a teacher and colleague arrested

Siliguri, May 24: Bhakti Nagar police has arrested a teacher and her companion for taking money in the name of getting admission in a school. The accused have been identified as teacher Meghna Saha and her friend Soumyadeep Saha.According to reports, the incident took place during the admission process at a private school located on Sevoke Road. A parent arrived with his child's enrollment receipt, which the school management found to be fake. Upon enquiry, the parents revealed that their child's teacher, Meghna Saha, had taken thousands of rupees and provided fake receipts.After this revelation, the school management lodged written…
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Sensex jump over 1% after RBI increases dividend, Nifty at record high

Sensex jump over 1% after RBI increases dividend, Nifty at record high

The surge in both indices comes a day after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) board approved the highest-ever surplus transfer of Rs 2.11 lakh Crore to the government for 2023-24.On Thursday (May 23), the domestic stock market rose by more than 1 percent, Sensex rose by more than 1,000 points and Nifty crossed the 22,900 level for the first time.During today's trading session, BSE Sensex had reached an intraday high of 75,407.39. The 30-share index had hit 75,095.18 in intraday trades on May 3. NSE's Nifty 50 hit a record high of 22,959.70 during afternoon trade.The surge in both…
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Assam’s world largest wetland in danger, Pobitora

Assam’s world largest wetland in danger, Pobitora

Pobitora, Assam's world largest wetland which harbours highest density of one-horned rhinos is drying up due to unprecedented situation. The wetlands holds wide range of water bodies which comforts species like water birds. The situation has effected so much of the wetland that now it hardly holds any trace of water in the land any more. Animals are trying to shift their areas in cause of the situation. A forest official said, “This has never happened before none has ever seen rhinos drinking from this water-body earlier. This comes with ominous portents for Pobitora’s future." However, officials have conducted a…
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