Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu highlights the issue of declining birthrates, urging household discussions on population management. He warns against low birthrates similar to South Korea and Japan. Naidu also introduces the Kuppam Vision-2029 for comprehensive development and launches a subsidised solar panel scheme for energy cost reduction.
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India's first frozen zoo in Darjeeling's Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park is preserving the DNA of endangered Himalayan species using cryogenic technology. This initiative aims to ensure the long-term preservation of genetic material to aid future conservation efforts, including the possibility of assisted reproduction.
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones are heading to Paris for the NBA Paris Games 2025, with their dog Ames joining the adventure. The Indiana Pacers will face the San Antonio Spurs in a highly anticipated showdown. Haliburton, after a strong start this season, is expected to recover from a recent injury in time for the games.
KL Rahul's magnificent unbeaten 93 propelled Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Thursday. Rahul's match-winning knock, combined with his intimate knowledge of the ground, guided his team to victory. He celebrated with a gesture inspired by the movie Kantara, declaring the stadium as his home turf.
Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green for the special Budget 2025 trading session. While BSE Sensex was above 77,700, Nifty50 was above 23,500.
Budget 2025 income tax expectations: While it is well known that new income tax regime is simplified tax regime without tax exemptions and deductions but still to make the rest of the 28% filing tax returns under old income tax regime adopt new income tax regime, the expectations are:
Devotees eagerly anticipate Hanuman Jayanti on April 12, 2025, a day dedicated to Lord Hanuman, celebrated on the Purnima Tithi. The festival marks the birth of Lord Hanuman, revered for his strength, devotion, and selfless service. Celebrations include temple visits, prayers, havans, and recitations of Hanuman Chalisa.
Home Minister G Parameshwara announced an inquiry into the alleged misuse of police protocol services at Kempegowda International Airport following accusations of involvement in a gold smuggling racket. This comes after Sandalwood actor Ranya Rao, daughter of a top police official, was caught with 14.2kg of gold at the airport. The issue was heatedly debated in the legislative assembly.
Virat Kohli's 51st ODI century led India to a six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy, cementing their place in the semifinals. Kohli's unbeaten 100 not only secured the win but also made him the third-highest run-scorer in international cricket, surpassing Ricky Ponting. He became the fastest to reach 14,000 ODI runs, continuing to set new records.
Vodafone Idea (Vi) plans to launch its 5G mobile broadband service in March with competitively priced plans, aiming to reclaim market share from Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. The initial rollout will focus on 75 major cities and industrial hubs, with an emphasis on affordability and enhanced coverage.