Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh filed nomination papers for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from Lucknow, accompanied by Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand CMs Yogi Adityanath and Pushkar Singh Dhami. In 2019, Singh won nearly 6.3 lakh votes, surpassing Samajwadi Party Poonam Shatrughan Sinha.

Janata Dal (Secular) MLA Sharana Gowda Kandakur on Monday wrote to party president HD Deve Gowda demanding the expulsion of Prajwal Revanna from the party over the alleged obscene video case.

Promoters held 37.01 per cent stake in the company as of 31-Mar-2024, while FII and DII ownership stood at 26.8 per cent and 8.72 per cent, respectively.

Bernadette Joy, creator of Crush Your Money Goals, earned a staggering $279,000 (Rs 2.3 crore) last year, averaging around Rs 20 lakh monthly. From podcasting to coaching and public speaking, Joy dedicates 20 hours weekly to her ventures. Advising aspiring side hustlers to leverage their talents for income, she echoes Mark Cuban's wisdom. Reflecting on her journey, she emphasizes pursuing what comes naturally, a lesson learned after her business, Dressed, closed in 2019.

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's new financial services firm is set to appoint Kusal Roy, the India country manager of Standard Chartered Plc, as the CEO of one of its units, Jio Finance Ltd. Roy will join the firm in the coming weeks, pending regulatory approval. Jio Financial is expanding its services and talent pool, including hiring KV Kamath as non-executive chairman and Charanjit Attra as chief operating officer.

If you go to buy a new car for yourself after sent your old one to scrappage, you will get big concessions on the price you pay. A large number of states and Union Territories have announced these offers.

Fintech Briskpe will use the capital to strengthen its product and service offerings, build up its team, and scale its reach to enable more Indian businesses to set off on their global journey with seamless cross-border payments.

A total of 34,961 shares changed hands on the counter till 12:07PM (IST).

Kerala and southern Tamil Nadu coastal areas are expected to experience the kallakkadal phenomenon, a sudden swell of the seas causing rough waves, until 11:30 pm on Monday. The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued alerts to fishermen and coastal residents, advising them to stay away from danger zone areas and to safely moor fishing vessels in harbors.

The brokerage has reduced its pharmacy target valuation from 25x to 22x, resulting in a lower SoTP by Rs 290 per share. Keeping the hospital multiple intact (24x) and rolling over to FY26, our revised target price is Rs 7,300 (from Rs 7,500); we maintain BUY, it said.

A total of 2,389 shares changed hands on the counter till 12:02PM (IST).

YS Bharathi Reddy, wife of Jagan Mohan Reddy, held a campaign on Sunday in Pulivendula assembly constituency from where the YSR Congress chief is contesting, while the latter is busy touring the state canvassing for the party's candidates. She went door-to-door, meeting people and discussing issues of the constituency.

Tech mogul Ankur Jain and former WWE star Erika Hammond recently celebrated their extravagant wedding against the backdrop of Egypt's pyramids. The festivities included a luxurious safari in South Africa and a four-day celebration in Egypt, attended by a star-studded guest list. Jain, known for his tech innovations, founded Bilt Rewards and Kairos, while Hammond has made a successful transition to fitness coaching post-wrestling.

The US reportedly rejected nearly a third of Mahashian Di Hatti Pvt Ltd (MDH) shipments since October 2023 due to salmonella. This doubled from 15% in 2022. The FDA recalled Everest Food Products in 2023 over salmonella. Singapore and Hong Kong also acted due to pesticide contamination.

Authorities issue a warning as ATM fraud cases surge. Fraudsters tamper with card readers, trapping cards during transactions. They offer assistance to victims and withdraw money using their PINs. A gang was apprehended in Hauz Khas after firing shots during a theft attempt. Vishal Negi (30), Amit Mehra (37), and Vijay Kumar (26) were identified. Investigations are ongoing, with seven city cases linked to Negi and Mehra.

The US Embassy in India is prioritising student visa applications and reduces wait times for other categories, reflecting a commitment to strengthening ties. Ambassador Garcetti, under President Biden's directive, aims to expedite processes, noting the record number of student visas issued. Efforts to accommodate the surge highlight the enduring importance of people-to-people connections.

Promoters held 46.86 per cent stake in the company as of 31-Mar-2024, while FII and DII ownership stood at 9.45 per cent and 5.59 per cent, respectively.

Amid voting, JDS candidate Prajwal Revanna embroiled in sex scandal. Hassan explicit videos circulated, threatening marriages. Prajwal fled country. State forms SIT. Women's Commission seeks action. Home Minister and SIT involved in case investigation.

Stay safe in hot weather: Drink water, wear light clothes, limit outdoor time, know symptoms, seek shade, and get help if needed.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's governance from Tihar jail draws criticism from Delhi High Court and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who questions his moral integrity. Kejriwal faces money laundering allegations amid accusations of political maneuvering in the Delhi Excise Policy scam case. The court accuses him of prioritizing political interest over national interest.

Pakistan's benchmark share index breached the key level of 73,000 to trade at a record high of 73,300 in early trade on Monday, according to data from the Pakistan Stock Exchange website.

Fortis Hospital Gurgaon's billing practices revealed a 27% bill increase for self-paying patients. Investigations by Times of India uncovered discrepancies in billing for self-paying and insurance-covered patients, showcasing the hidden disparity in healthcare costs.

The top court noted that out of 17 prosecution witnesses, 12 have been examined by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and hoped that the trial in the case is concluded expeditiously.

ChatGPT, which kickstarted the GenAI boom in late 2022, can mimic human conversation and perform tasks such as creating summaries of long text, writing poems and even generating ideas for a theme party.

On the technical charts, the 200-day moving average of the stock stood at Rs 536.54.

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals received USFDA approval for generic Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen tablets. The product, a version of Advil Dual Action, will be distributed by Glenmark Therapeutics Inc, USA. Advil Dual Action achieved annual sales of around USD 84.1 million. Glenmark has 195 products authorized for distribution and 52 ANDAs pending approval.

A television channel has claimed in its report that 92% of Republicans thought Trumps time in office was a success while 73% of Democrats said Bidens had been a success so far. Among independents, 51% say Trumps presidency was successful while only 37% see Bidens as a success.

Promoters held 50.05 per cent stake in the company as of 31-Mar-2024, while FII and DII ownership stood at 6.18 per cent and 14.5 per cent, respectively.

A total of 2,120 shares changed hands on the counter till time (IST).

The Nifty Realty index was trading 1.27 per cent down at 956.7.

In the January-March quarter, IDFC First Bank disclosed an interest income of Rs 8,219.21 crore, a notable increase from Rs 6,424.35 crore reported in the corresponding period of the previous year. This represents a substantial year-on-year growth of 28%.

May 1 bank holiday list: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday list notes that on May 1, 2024, banks will be closed in some states in observance of Maharashtra Day and May Day. Here is a look at the states where banks will be closed on May 1.

A total of 370,914 shares changed hands on the counter till 10:55AM (IST).

Singh gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Roshan Singh Harjeet Singh Sodhi in the immensely popular sitcom 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chasma'. Bringing to life a cheerful mechanical engineer deeply devoted to his partner while also enjoying a penchant for merrymaking, his performance captivated audiences with its comedic charm. Despite earning acclaim for his role, he chose to depart from the series due to personal difficulties.

Thematic MFs received Rs 46,137 crore in FY24, with the highest inflow in February. Sectoral/thematic funds performed well in August and September, managing to attract significant investments.

A total of 16,274 shares changed hands on the counter till 10:50AM (IST)

Fans eagerly await the release of 'Panchayat' Season 3, featuring Jitendra Kumar, known for its comedic and dramatic appeal. The series, set in the fictional village of Phulera, has captivated audiences with Abhishek's journey from an engineer to a panchayat worker. Speculations about the release date post-IPL 2024 abound, with Amazon Prime Video poised to announce it. Expectations are high for plot twists and the return of familiar characters like Ganesh.

A leopard spotted at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport triggered alarms and led to forest officials setting up a cage to catch the large cat. Efforts continue to relocate the leopard preying on wild boars and stray dogs.

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Sandip Sabharwal expresses concerns about the IT sector due to unclear growth trends and excessively bullish management on margins. In auto stocks, Maruti's resurgence cycle looks promising, while ICICI Bank stands out among private banking majors. Skipping the IT sector is advised, with cautious optimism towards Apollo Hospitals and turnaround banks.

In alliance with AAP, Congress is contesting three out of seven seats in the Union Territory. In his two-page resignation letter to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Lovely said the Delhi unit of the party was against any alliance with AAP. He said the central leadership forced the Delhi unit to enter into alliance with AAP. Later, during a press conference at his residence, Lovely said that he has not resigned from Congress.