Stalin alleges Centre’s 3-language formula ‘covert’ mechanism to impose Hindi

CHENNAI: (Apr 4) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, referring to the CBSE’s recently unveiled curriculum framework, on Saturday alleged the “so-called three-language formula” is in reality a “covert” mechanism to expand Hindi into non-Hindi speaking regions. Stalin, also the president of the ruling DMK, alleged the curriculum framework by the CBSE, aligned with… Continue reading Stalin alleges Centre’s 3-language formula ‘covert’ mechanism to impose Hindi

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Nine of family killed as car falls into well in Nashik district

NASHIK: (Apr 4) Nine members of a family, including six children, were killed after their car fell into a well in Maharashtra’s Nashik district, police said on Saturday. The accident occurred in the Shivaji Nagar area of Dindori town around 10 pm on Friday, an official said. The victims were heading home after attending a… Continue reading Nine of family killed as car falls into well in Nashik district

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India, UN review development partnership fund’s operations

New York [US], April 3 : The Indian Permanent Mission to New York, on Friday, with the board of directors of the United Nations Development Partnership Fund, reviewed the whole gamut of the fund’s operations. Both parties also exchanged views on the future scope of the Fund. In a post on X, the Permanent Mission… Continue reading India, UN review development partnership fund’s operations

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IPL: Irfan Pathan feels Ajinkya Rahane ‘messed up’ by giving Chakravarthy over inside powerplay against SRH

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 3 : Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan believes Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane ‘messed up’ by giving Varun Chakravarthy an over inside the power-play against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday in Kolkata. Chakravarthy conceded 25 runs while bowling the fifth over of… Continue reading IPL: Irfan Pathan feels Ajinkya Rahane ‘messed up’ by giving Chakravarthy over inside powerplay against SRH

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Allu Arjun celebrates son Ayaan’s birthday with heartfelt post

New Delhi [India], April 3 : Superstar Allu Arjun marked a personal occasion on Friday by sharing a heartfelt birthday message for his son, Allu Ayaan, offering fans a glimpse into his family life. Sharing a candid photograph, the actor appeared in festive traditional attire alongside Ayaan, who stole the spotlight with his playful expression,… Continue reading Allu Arjun celebrates son Ayaan’s birthday with heartfelt post

West Bengal: NIA begins probe in Malda siege, arson case; files ‘preliminary enquiry’

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 3 : The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has started probe by registering a “preliminary enquiry” into Malda violence case in which thousands of people on Wednesday blocked the two gates of the Kaliachowk-2 Block Development Office (BDO), holding staff including seven judicial officers “hostage” for hours before they were rescued… Continue reading West Bengal: NIA begins probe in Malda siege, arson case; files ‘preliminary enquiry’

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Nitish Reddy credits ‘special person’ for bowling transformation, says will ‘reveal identity later’

KOLKATA: (Apr 3) Sunrisers Hyderabad’s India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has credited a “special person” for helping him rediscover his rhythm with the ball after a difficult, injury-hit phase but chose to keep the identity under wraps for now. The 22-year-old all format player, who has been seen as a potential successor to India’s premier… Continue reading Nitish Reddy credits ‘special person’ for bowling transformation, says will ‘reveal identity later’

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Ryan Gosling opts out of Daniels’ upcoming film

LOS ANGELES: (Apr 3) Hollywood star Ryan Gosling has reportedly exited the upcoming film directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert. The actor was supposed to feature in the Universal Pictures film, which is described as “sci-fi action comedy” and is set to release on November 19, 2027. According to the entertainment news outlet Deadline,… Continue reading Ryan Gosling opts out of Daniels’ upcoming film

RBI grants approval to Emirates NBD Bank to acquire up to 74pc stake in RBL Bank

NEW DELHI: (Apr 3) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has accorded approval to Dubai-based Emirates NBD Bank to acquire up to a 74 per cent stake in RBL Bank, paving the way for the bank to become a foreign lender. The approval from RBI came on April 1 with one year validity, RBL Bank… Continue reading RBI grants approval to Emirates NBD Bank to acquire up to 74pc stake in RBL Bank

Sri Lanka and World Bank launch new partnership to support recovery, boost growth

COLOMBO/WASHINGTON: (Apr 3) Sri Lanka and the World Bank Group have launched a new five-year partnership aimed at supporting the island nation’s economic recovery and boosting private investment, according to a joint announcement. A new five-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF) was launched to support “Sri Lanka’s continued recovery, help achieve its 7 per cent medium-term… Continue reading Sri Lanka and World Bank launch new partnership to support recovery, boost growth