JioStar is planning to partner with telecom giants Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea to bundle IPL streaming subscriptions with their data plans for reaching over 1 billion viewers. This initiative aims to boost viewership and data consumption, crucial for JioStar's revenue targets, especially with IPL content behind a paywall.
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Congress has released its manifesto for the upcoming Delhi assembly elections. The party promises Rs 2,500 per month for women, free health insurance up to Rs 25 lakh, and welfare benefits. LPG cylinders at Rs 500 and 300 units of free electricity for households are also pledged. Free ration kits and Rs 8,500 monthly scholarships for unemployed youth are highlighted.
Elon Musk has sparked a discussion about auditing the gold reserves at Fort Knox following a tweet suggesting a live video walkthrough. He questions whether the gold, valued at $425 billion, is genuinely intact. Fort Knox, despite being a key military gold depository, maintains a strict no-visitors policy.
The CBI, in collaboration with the DRI, has initiated an investigation into gold smuggling operations at various Indian airports. This follows the arrest of Kannada actress Ranya Rao with 14.2 kg of gold at Bengaluru Airport. The Karnataka government plans to revise airport protocol services to prevent misuse.
A viral video shows Lavkesh Manjhi being assaulted by his wife in Satna. Police have filed charges against his wife, mother-in-law, and brother-in-law, who were arrested but later released. An investigation is underway, with a court hearing scheduled for April 7.
Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma's forgetful moments have become endearing to fans. A recent anecdote shared by Pakistan's Imam-ul-Haq recounts how Rohit left his phone on a plane during the 2023 World Cup, and Babar Azam returned it. This incident highlights Rohit's laid-back personality, adding to his charm and relatability.
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