Amid rising political tensions ahead of the assembly elections, Arvind Kejriwal has accused Congress and BJP of colluding against AAP. Women protestors outside his residence were dismissed by Kejriwal, who promised to waive incorrect water bills post-elections as a relief measure for affected households.
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American private equity fund KKR will acquire a 51% stake in HealthCare Global Enterprises for Rs 3,203 crore, making an open offer for an additional 26% stake. Founder B S Ajaikumar will become non-executive chairman. The transaction is set to complete by the third quarter of this year.
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal asserted that India will not negotiate under pressure, emphasizing the importance of mutual sensitivity in trade talks. This statement follows US President Trump's 90-day pause on tariff imposition, excluding China. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar acknowledged the complexity of trade negotiations with the US, highlighting the need for urgency and ambition in achieving desired outcomes.
WWE star Raquel Rodriguez bravely shared her year-long battle with mast cell activation syndrome on Instagram. The autoimmune disease caused physical discomfort, impacting her confidence and mental health. Despite the challenges, Rodriguez remains determined to return to the ring stronger than ever, receiving an outpouring of support from the WWE community.
US Vice President JD Vance recounted a confrontation with a Ukrainian-American man, emphasizing that immigrants should prioritize the interests of the United States. Vance highlighted the importance of assimilation and valuing America as their primary country. He applauded immigrants who understand this perspective, stressing that they should look out for the US interests first.
The lion population in Gujarat is expected to reach between 900 and 1,500 in the 2025 census due to conservation efforts. The 2020 census recorded 674 lions, but informal estimates suggest much higher numbers. The lion territory has expanded by 36% in five years. Officials choose conservative reporting to account for factors like high cub mortality.
TCS will implement annual salary increases for FY25 in March, ranging between 4-8%. The hikes are linked to adherence to its return-to-office directive. Previous increments were higher, averaging 7-9% in FY24 and 10.5% in FY22.
A 52-year-old teacher has been sentenced to life imprisonment for raping and impregnating a student after eloping with her. The repeat offender, Dhaval Trivedi, was already serving a life sentence for a similar past crime and committed the offense again while out on furlough.
A Bengaluru techie's attempt to cheer up his girlfriend by having her sit on his lap while riding his motorcycle led to his arrest for rash driving. The ride, recorded by a fellow commuter and shared online, prompted police action. He was booked under relevant sections and released on bail. The investigation continues.
The mass entertainer ‘Pushpa 2’ featuring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna has successfully kept the box office buzzing for over a month. On its 31st day, the film collected Rs. 5.5 crore in India, with the bulk coming from the Hindi market. The total collection in India now stands at Rs. 1199 crore.