Businessman Robert Vadra faced a second day of questioning by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) regarding a Haryana land deal. Vadra criticized the government, alleging misuse of central agencies to target those exposing its wrongdoings and creating division. He asserted his role as a voice for the people, hinting at a potential entry into politics.
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Parts of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, are experiencing an unusual heat wave for February, with temperatures soaring above normal. The India Meteorological Department has declared a heat wave in parts of north Konkan, Mumbai, and coastal Karnataka, predicting a slight temperature drop soon. The persistent above-normal temperatures are attributed to the absence of strong western disturbances.
KL Rahul received a massive lifeline early on Day 4 at the Gabba when Steve Smith dropped a straightforward catch off Pat Cummins. Rahul, then on 33, capitalized on this reprieve, reaching his 17th Test fifty. Commentator Brad Haddin criticized Smith's lapse in concentration. Rahul played with assurance, judiciously leaving deliveries and defending solidly.
ITC Limited's Chairman, Sanjiv Puri, emphasizes the importance of flexibility and employee empowerment instead of strict hour tracking in contrast to L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's remarks about a 90-hour work week. Puri highlights ITC's commitment to a flexible work environment and focusing on employee potential rather than monitoring work hours.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon defends the company's strict return-to-office mandate, despite employee concerns and potential talent retention challenges. Employees are required to go back to in-person work five days a week, ending remote work flexibility, with some technology workers contemplating leaving due to the policy.
The World Bank has lowered India's GDP growth forecast for FY 2025-26 to 6.3%, citing global economic headwinds and domestic policy uncertainties. The IMF also revised its projection downward to 6.2%. Across South Asia, growth projections have been broadly reduced, with the region expected to grow at 5.8% in 2025.
​Tejashwi Yadav on Friday said he wants chief minister Nitish Kumar's son Nishant Kumar to join politics as soon as possible for the sake of the future of the JD(U). "He is our brother. I want him to join politics as soon as possible. Otherwise, the BJP will finish the JD(U), the party that was formed by Sharad Yadav," Tejashwi said.
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Senior Awami League leader Rabbi Alam has claimed that Sheikh Hasina will return as the prime minister of Bangladesh. He thanked India for providing a safe haven for Hasina, who fled last year after violent clashes. Mohammed Yunus led the interim government and sought Hasina's extradition, which India hasn't officially responded to yet.
Yashasvi Jaiswal, India’s Test opener, is making a significant shift from Mumbai to Goa for the 2025-26 season, where he will serve as captain. Despite his deep roots in Mumbai cricket, Jaiswal seeks a No-Objection Certificate to officially make the move.