Five Kota school kids injured as drunk driver overturns van
Rajasthan Fuel Price Hike: Jio-BP Petrol Up 5, Diesel 3; Check New Rates in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota
Rajasthan Petrol Diesel Price Today, October 12, 2026: Vehicle owners across Rajasthan may have to spend more on fuel following a reported price revision at Jio-BP petrol pumps. According to the latest reports, Jio-BP has increased petrol prices by 5 per litre and diesel prices by 3 per litre at i...
Private banks inoperative Jan Dhan accounts rise led by HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank
Inoperative PMJDY accounts at private banks rose to 8.95 million, even as their share of total accounts fell to 36%; public sector banks reported a smaller increase.
Scholarship Alert: Urgent Deadlines for Kotak Kanya and NSP Schemes You Must Meet
Urgent scholarship deadlines are approaching! Apply for the Kotak Kanya Scholarship by October 15 and NSP central schemes by October 31. Follow our essential guide to ensure your application is defect-free and payment-ready.
North Dakota Apologizes For Contributing Nothing To Nation
BISMARCK, NDAdmitting that it had let the other 49 states do pretty much all of the heavy lifting, North Dakota issued a formal apology Tuesday for contributing nothing to the nations greatness.Look, we acknowledge that we dont exactly bring much to the table besides being a cold, windy rectangle on the map, and for that [] The post North Dakota Apologizes For Contributing Nothing To Nations Greatness appeared first on The Onion .
Medical devices maker SMT in talks for 200 crore pre-IPO round
Samara Capital, Morgan Stanley and Kotak are expected to join new investors in the round, as the medical devices maker prepares to list and early backers eye substantial gains.
Rajasthan pollution board clears RSS-backed Kota hospital without environmental nod
Kotak Life, investors Mukul Agrawal, Ashish Kacholia acquire shares in Fusion CX ahead of IPO
The company has fixed a price band of 275-289 per share, valuing the company at approximately 4,200 crore at the upper end of the price band
Kotak Mahindra Life, Ashish Kacholia, Others Invest Rs 120 Crore In Fusion Cx Ahead Of IPO
The IPO comprises a fresh issue of shares worth up to Rs 500 crore and an offer for sale of shares aggregating up to Rs 202 crore by promoter selling shareholders.
Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak Seek Blessings at Mahakaleshwar Temple Ahead of T20 Match
Ahead of the crucial T20 match, Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak visited Mahakaleshwar Temple for blessings from Lord Shiva. Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak Seek Blessings at Mahakaleshwar Temple Ahead of T20 Match
Gambhir, Kotak Seeks Blessings At Mahakaleshwar Temple Ahead Of 3rd T20I
Bhasma Aarti Darshan: India head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting coach Sitanshu Kotak visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple on Sunday to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva ahead of the third T20I against the West Indies at Holkar Stadium in Indore later in the day. The visit comes ahead of a crucial encounter in the five-match T20I series, which is levelled at 1-1 after the West Indies registered a thrilling victory in the second match in Ranchi. The visitors chased down Indias 250-run target with more than an over to spare, setting up an intriguing contest in Indore. Speaking about his visit, Gambhir said he had been called for darshan and expressed hope that the blessings of Lord Mahakal would continue to guide him and the country. I was called here for darshan, and Babas blessings have always been with me. May his blessings remain upon the country as well. I am confident that we will do well, and Babas blessings will always be with us, Gambhir told reporters after his visit. Gambhir and Kotak had also visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in January ahead of the decisive third ODI between India and New Zealand at the Holkar Stadium. On that occasion, the two coaches participated in the divine Bhasma Aarti. They sat in the Nandi Hall during the holy ritual, remained present for nearly two hours and prayed for the teams success. After the Aarti, they had darshan of Lord Mahakal from the temple threshold and offered water to Nandi as part of the customary rituals. Gambhir has visited the temple on several occasions, including a visit with his family around five months before the January trip. He has also been part of the 'Bhasma Aarti Darshan' several times After the Aarti, they had darshan of Lord Mahakal from the temple threshold and offered water to Nandi as part of the customary rituals. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ashish Kacholia, Mukul Agrawal, others invest Rs 120 crore in IPO-bound Fusion CX
Ace investors Ashish Kacholia and Mukul Agrawal-backed Sanshi Fund, along with Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance, acquired a combined 3.19% stake worth Rs 120 crore in Fusion CX ahead of its Rs 702 crore IPO opening on October 14.
New Zealand unveils special 'Kotahitanga' jersey for India ODIs
New Zealand Cricket will don a special limited-edition 'Kotahitanga' jersey, featuring lotus flowers and mandala art, during their upcoming ODI series against India to commemorate 100 years of sporting ties between the two nations.
Leopard Sighting Causes Alarm in Tamil Nadus Nilgiris District
A leopard sighting near Kotagiri has raised concerns among residents in Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu, prompting calls for swift action from wildlife authorities. Leopard Sighting Causes Alarm in Tamil Nadus Nilgiris District
TN: Leopard video sparks fear near Kotagiri in Nilgiris; residents seek action
Digital Desk | Nilgiris, Oct 11 (IANS) A leopard filmed walking through a residential neighbourhood in Orasolai village near Kotagiri in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris district has triggered alarm among residents, who have appealed to the Forest Department to intervene and drive the animal back into the forest. The surveillance footage shows the leopard moving along a road in front of a house and continuing through the settlement. Its circulation on social media has heightened anxiety in the village, where residents say leopards and bears frequently venture into inhabited areas. Residents have sought action to prevent a dangerous encounter, pointing to the animals movement close to homes. The account of the latest sighting does not mention any injuries or an attack on people. The concern comes against the backdrop of fatal leopard attacks in Tamil Nadus plantation belts, particularly in the Nilgiris and Valparai, where several victims have been children from families of estate workers. In the Nilgiris, three-year-old Nancy was killed on January 6, 2024, at a tea estate in the Bitherkad forest range near Pandalur. She was returning home with her mother when the leopard attacked. The incident followed the death of Saritha, who suffered injuries in an attack at Elamanna on December 21, 2023, and died on December 29. Forest personnel subsequently captured a leopard linked to the Pandalur attacks and transferred it to the rescue centre at Arignar Anna Zoological Park near Chennai. Valparai in Coimbatore district has also witnessed fatal attacks. A girl identified as Apsara was killed at a tea estate in October 2024. In June 2025, four-year-old Roshini Kumari was taken by a leopard near her home at Pachamalai estate; her body was recovered the following morning after an extensive search. Another child, five-year-old Saiful Alam, was killed at Iyerpadi tea estate near Valparai in December 2025 while playing outside workers quarters. Elsewhere in Tamil Nadu, leopard attacks have affected livestock. In July 2025, a leopard killed two calves and injured another near Hasanur in Erode district, close to the Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve. These incidents provide a troubling backdrop to the Orasolai sighting, although there is no evidence connecting the leopard in the video to any previous attack. The villagers appeal is for the Forest Department to address the animals presence near their homes and prevent an encounter that could endanger residents or the leopard.
New Zealand To Wear Special Jersey Marking 100 Years Of Ties With India
Commercial Officer Glenn Critchley: New Zealand will wear a special limited-edition playing shirt during the upcoming ODI series against India to commemorate 100 years of sporting ties between the two nations. The Blackcaps will sport the Kotahitanga ODI Shirt, which celebrates the shared history, cultural connection, and mutual respect between the two countries through a design that brings together Mori and Indian artistic traditions. Artists Ben Thomason (Ngti Raukawa ki Te Tonga), Shiv Narandas (Gujarat) and Jai Pancha (Gujarat) collaborated on the design, weaving elements from both cultures into a shirt that reflects their intertwined histories. Thomason incorporated Mori kwhaiwhai patterns over a background of haehae lines, connecting the living with those who have passed away while honouring the people who helped build the relationship between the two nations. The design also celebrates the significance of this bond for players, fans, and those working behind the scenes. Narandas and Pancha introduced three Indian motifs as unifying elements: the lotus, Indias national flower; a repeating ogee pattern inspired by Indian architecture; and the mandala, which provides a symmetrical framework that aligns naturally with Mori design systems. New Zealand Cricket (NZC) Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer Glenn Critchley said the shirt highlighted the ability of sport to bring different cultures together. Were absolutely wrapped with the design. The artists have created a beautiful balance between a distinct Mori design and a distinct Indian design that speaks to the bond between our nations. Sport underpins the unity between New Zealand and India and we hope this shirt will be a collectors item treasured by New Zealand and Indian cricket fans for years to come, he said. Thomason said kotahitanga, which represents unity, was the guiding principle behind the design. The brief said unity and I think the design encompasses that wholeheartedly, he said. Narandas, whose family hails from India, described the project as a meaningful experience. This shirt feels like a journey of our life here. I hope that everyone can feel the energy thats been put into this project and they can wear the shirt with pride, said Narandas. Narandas, whose family hails from India, described the project as a meaningful experience. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Leopard caught on cam straying into house in Kotagiri, locals express concern
Philippines condemns intrusion by Chinese militia vessel, 22 sampans into Kota Island waters
Digital Desk | Manila, Oct 10 (IANS) The Philippines National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) on Saturday strongly condemned the intrusion of a Chinese maritime militia vessel and 22 sampans (small wooden boats) into the territorial sea of Kota Island in the West Philippine Sea, saying Chinas claim over the area has no basis under international law. The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) strongly condemns the intrusion of Chinese Maritime Militia Vessel 9622 and its 22 deployed sampans into the territorial sea of Kota Island on 09 October 2026, the task force said in a statement. The Chinese vessels engaged in unauthorised fishing and reportedly dumped waste at sea, with one sampan approaching as close as 250 metres from the islands shoreline, the statement said. When Philippine Coast Guard personnel, supported by the Philippine Marine Corps and the Philippine Navy, moved to address the intrusion, the Chinese mothership manoeuvred around and encircled their boats, while its master brazenly claimed the area as Chinese territory and directed the Philippine team to leave, it mentioned. The NTF-WPS said Kota Island is an integral part of the Municipality of Kalayaan in Palawan province and its territorial sea is under Philippine sovereignty. The Chinese vessels unauthorised fishing activities violate Philippine laws, including Republic Act No. 12064 (Philippine Maritime Zones Act) and Republic Act No. 8550 (Philippine Fisheries Code), as amended by RA No. 10654. Chinas claim over the area has no basis under international law, the statement said. The task force commended the Philippine Coast Guard, the Marine Corps and the Navy for their firm, coordinated and professional response, which led to the departure of all Chinese vessels from the islands territorial sea. This incident is particularly concerning because it involves the same Chinese maritime militia vessel that deployed 24 sampans near the island on 28 September 2026. Such repeated incursions underscore the need for sustained vigilance and a clear, consistent response to attempts to challenge Philippine sovereignty, it said. The NTF-WPS said it would continue to support the Coast Guard and other agencies in protecting Philippine territory and maritime rights. Repeated intrusions, coercive manoeuvres, and baseless assertions of sovereignty will not be allowed to become normalised in Philippine waters. The Philippines will continue to respond firmly, lawfully, and resolutely to protect its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national interests in the West Philippine Sea, the task force added.
MP HC directs state to produce person in habeas corpus plea on Oct 13
Digital Desk | Jabalpur, Oct 9 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh High Court on Friday directed the state government to produce a person before it on October 13 in a habeas corpus petition filed by Shardul Jitendra Buwa and observed that the state may also make arrangements for the person's safe return to the family. A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Alpesh Y. Kogje and Justice Vivek Jain issued the direction while hearing Writ Petition No. 42805 of 2026, filed against the state government and others. The court issued notices to the respondents and fixed October 13 as the next date of hearing. A habeas corpus petition seeks the production of a person before a court to examine the legality of that person's detention or restraint. The State is directed to produce the corpus before this Court, the Bench said in its order. The court also permitted the state to produce the person before the scheduled hearing after giving prior notice to the other side. It further observed that the state was at liberty to make arrangements for the safe return of the person to the respective family. Advocates Monish Raghuwanshi and Alkesh Agrawal appeared for the petitioner, while Additional Advocate General B.D. Singh and Government Advocate R.D. Pararha represented the state. In a separate development, police in Madhya Pradesh intercepted protesters travelling to Delhi at Bhopal, Itarsi and Gwalior ahead of a demonstration scheduled for October 10 against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protest has been called by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP). A senior police officer said at least 30 protesters had been removed from trains and detained. Those intercepted included people travelling from Goa, Karnataka and Maharashtra. We have removed the protesters. They are being detained and counselled to return to their states, the officer said. Meanwhile, the West Central Railway has cancelled five train services towards Delhi, citing anticipated heavy traffic congestion in the national capital. Madhur Verma, Chief Public Relations Officer of West Central Railway, told IANS that five train services had been cancelled to avoid inconvenience to passengers due to anticipated congestion in the Delhi area. The cancelled services include the Jabalpur-Nizamuddin Superfast Express, Mahakoshal Express and Madhya Pradesh Sampark Kranti Express under the Jabalpur Division, the Rani Kamlapati-Nizamuddin service under the Bhopal Division, and the Kota-Nizamuddin service under the Kota Division. Verma said the cancellations were for one day only. Passengers have been advised to check the latest railway updates before travelling. The High Court has listed the habeas corpus petition for further hearing on October 13.
Kota expressway chain collision kills 2 rescuers, injures 4
Hyderabad IT staff allege 14-hour workdays, ignored emergencies
Hyderabad: Employees at Genpacts Hafeezpet branch have alleged workplace harassment from a senior manager, including gender discrimination, overworking, and ignored medical concerns. LinkedIn user Rohit Kotana, who, according to his profile, is currently a senior procurement analyst at Genpact, has flagged the violations through his posts dating back to September 17. In an October 5 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) is stepping up efforts to help small and medium-sized businesses in Uttar Pradesh access stock market funding, as 764 companies across India have listed on its NSE Emerge platform, collectively raising over Rs 24,520 crore. As part of this initiative, NSE, in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh government and Kotak Mahindra Bank, conducted an interactive workshop titled Idea to IPO in Varanasi on October 8 to educate entrepreneurs about raising capital through public listings. According to NSE, the 764 companies listed on its Emerge platform have a combined market capitalisation of approximately Rs 2.78 lakh crore. The initiative comes as NSE seeks to expand access to capital markets for smaller businesses, enabling them to raise funds for expansion and improve their visibility through stock exchange listings. Sriram Krishnan, Chief Business Development Officer at NSE, said the exchange has witnessed growing participation from Uttar Pradesh...
Dakota Johnson sells renovated LA tree house for $5.92M after buying it for $3.55M
Indian banks lose market value in Q2, but select lenders gain
HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and SBI saw their market capitalisation decline in the July-September quarter, while Kotak Mahindra Bank overtook Axis Bank to become the fourth-largest lender by market value
Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak Opens Up on Veteran Pacer to Team India After 4 Years
Festive auto demand strong, but rising input costs may squeeze margins: Kotak
India's automobile sector is heading into the festive season with strong demand momentum, but rising raw material costs could put pressure on manufacturers' profitability despite higher vehicle sales, claimed a report by Kotak Institutional Equities. In its automobile and components sector earnings preview, Kotak said strong retail demand following GST cuts has supported vehicle production across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and commercial vehicles. However, higher steel, rubber and crude-linked costs are expected to weigh on operating margins. The report stated, RM cost spikes overshadow healthy topline growth. Kotak expects revenues of most automobile manufacturers under its coverage to increase by around 29 per cent year-on-year in the September quarter of FY27, supported by higher sales volumes, vehicle price increases and a favourable product mix. However, operating margins are expected to decline by around 200 basis points year-on-year, even as revenues rise. The report att...
KEC Int'l: Why Kotak upgraded stock to 'Add' despite 60% fall in a year
Rising traction in the cables and wires business, along with a strong T&D opportunity pipeline in India, makes KIE bullish on KEC International's stock.
HDFC Bank, SBI, Federal, Canara Bank up 2%; what's driving banking stocks?
Analysts at Kotak Institutional Equities believe the rate hike cycle poses limited risk for banks, given healthy balance sheets, tighter underwriting standards and stronger borrower fundamentals.
Bhuvneshwar Kumars Return: Experience Key for T20 Series, Says Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak
Sitanshu Kotak highlights Bhuvneshwar Kumars experience as crucial for Indias T20 series against New Zealand following his IPL success. Bhuvneshwar Kumars Return: Experience Key for T20 Series, Says Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak
2nd T20I: 'You can't beat experience' - Sitanshu Kotak decodes Bhuvneshwar Kumars T20I comeback
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Oct 8 (IANS) Highlighting that one can't beat experience in international cricket, India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumars sustained form in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and rich experience of playing in overseas conditions were potentially behind his being given a call-up for the upcoming T20I series in New Zealand. Bhuvneshwar earned his India T20I recall on the back of a sensational IPL 2026 campaign, where he spearheaded Royal Challengers Bengaluru's successful title defence with a 28-wicket haul. He finished as the second-highest wicket-taker in IPL 2026 and missed the Purple Cap to Kagiso Rabada by just a solitary scalp. Bhuvneshwars last appearance in international cricket came during a T20I in New Zealand in November 2022. Across 87 T20Is for India, Bhuvneshwar has bagged 90 wickets at an average of 23.10 while maintaining an impressive economy rate of 6.96. See, one thing obviously is selectors picked it, but still I can give you an answer on what I think because in England, I also personally felt that with Bumrah not being around and all the new bowlers - like young bowlers were playing, and we all know that you can't beat experience. You see, they also are good and performing well and getting selected. But at some stage you also need some experience. So, I am just thinking that might be one reason. Another thing is Bhuvneshwar has been doing really well in IPL for the last two seasons. So, selectors must have thought that for New Zealand conditions and all, and obviously he has been doing well and we need some experience. They must have picked him. That's what I can think of unless you can think something different, Kotak said in a press conference on the eve of the second T20I against the West Indies in Ranchi. Reiterating that the selection doors for the senior squad remain open for any player, including senior pacer Mohammed Shami, Kotak said, First of all, I am not a selector. So, it is difficult for me to tell you that. But Shami is also playing, and he is also doing well. If selectors feel that he is doing well and the team has a requirement, then any player can be selected. Commenting on the Centre of Excellence (CoE), head VVS Laxman, set to be a regular fixture in senior mens selection committee meetings, Kotak gave a sneak peek into the meticulous efforts of him stepping up for the senior team's requirements. See, I honestly don't know. I also came to know what you just said: that any injury-related update will be sent by Laxman sir. So, I believe that the decision taken by BCCI is done purposefully. I have worked with VVS Laxman in CoE for 3 years. He is so particular that whenever I was there, he used to tell us that if the Indian team has any requirement, then our first duty is to do it. It's a different thing, but sometimes we used to take leave to go home. At such a time, if any Indian player is important and the Indian team wants him immediately, then he used to say, 'Kotak yaar, leave this week or for 1-2 weeks, as we have to get him ready. Leave after the player is ready.' So, this is how committed he is. So, whatever role he will be in, I am sure that he will think of the best for Indian cricket. Moreover, Kotak refuted any notion of disassociation between the senior team management and the development unit, saying that the head coach Gautam Gambhir and Laxman remain in constant touch. See, I personally have no idea. But I have this much idea that Gautam and Laxman always stay in touch. So, I have this much idea about them. Rest of the other things, I don't know. If there is any need, then Gautam speaks to Laxman. If anything is left from there, that is a normal procedure, which I have always seen. So, there is nothing new in that, he concluded.
Sitanshu Kotak press conference: On Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return and India's bench strengt
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak discusses Bhuvneshwar Kumars return to the T20I setup, the importance of experience and Indias growing bench strength as the team prepares for the New Zealand tour.
Central Bank of India FLCC Counselor/ Director Recruitment 2026
Central Bank of India, Regional Office Kota, has released the notification for the post of FLCC Counselor/Director. Eligible candidates can submit their offline applications till 23 October 2026. Further details are available at centralbankofindia.co.in.
RBI may hike rates further as commodity inflation, global volatility remain concerns: Kotak Neo
The Reserve Bank of India
Suspended Ajmer Jailor Arrested from Kota for Illegally Taking Two Women Inmates Home
Ajmer, October 7 (Udaipur Kiran): Civil Lines Police in Ajmer have arrested suspended jailor Divya Chaudhary from Kota in connection with the alleged illegal removal of two women inmates from the Ajmer Womens Prison and taking them to her private residence. Ajmer Superintendent of Police Harshvardhan Agrawala said the accused jailor allegedly misused her position ... Read more Suspended Ajmer Jailor Arrested from Kota for Illegally Taking Two Women Inmates Home
Water Shortage Sparks Protest In K. Kotapadu Village
Women residents of K. Kotapadu protested over a four-day drinking water shortage and demanded immediate restoration of supply.
Market Trading Guide: Kotak Mahindra Bank among 5 stock recommendations for Thursday
Analysts recommend five stocksBlack Box, Deep Industries, MRPL, Leela Palaces and Kotak Mahindra Bankfor medium-term gains after the RBI shifted to calibrated tightening. Technical setups show breakouts, bullish momentum and strong support, while investors await September-quarter earnings and management commentary.
Youth Killed in Truck Collision in Gajapati District
A youth was killed in a truck collision near Patikota under the Upalada panchayat in Gajapati districts Gosani block. The victim has been identified as Upendra Barada, a local tea stall owner from Badagaon in the Agarakhandi panchayat. According to reports, the incident occurred when Upendra was riding his motorcycle and collided head-on with a [] The post Youth Killed in Truck Collision in Gajapati District appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Kotak Securities rebrands retail arm as Kotak Neo, eyes unified wealth play
Kotak Neo will be the retail brand for engaging with customers
Indian equities ended lower on Wednesday after the RBI raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5% and shifted its stance to calibrated tightening. The Nifty and Sensex fell 0.76% and 0.59%, respectively, while Titan Company, Adani Enterprises and Hindalco led losses. Kotak Bank and Bharti Airtel topped gainers.
Gold caught between central bank demand and real-yield pressure: Kotak Sec
A break below $4,100 would expose further downside toward the $3,960 to $4,000 zone. Until that turn materialises, near-term price action is likely to remain driven by the rate market.
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares rise 2% as HSBC upgrades stock to buy
The lenders shares advanced after HSBC cited improving growth prospects, while recent developments supported a more constructive view on earnings.
Jefferies has boosted its investment stance on Reliance Industries, citing appealing valuations and an outlook for upgrades. Additionally, the firm has raised its stakes in Kotak Mahindra Bank, driven by strong growth prospects. Welspun Corp is now part of the portfolio due to anticipated expansion in oil and gas infrastructures.
Kota Power Cut Today: Electricity Supply to Remain Disrupted in Several Areas for Up to 4 Hours
Kota, October 7 (Udaipur Kiran): Several areas of Kota will face scheduled power cuts today due to maintenance work on electricity lines and transformers. The shutdown has been planned by the private power distribution company to carry out maintenance and inspection work. Technical teams will inspect wiring, poles and feeders during the shutdown. Power supply ... Read more Kota Power Cut Today: Electricity Supply to Remain Disrupted in Several Areas for Up to 4 Hours
Kota teen stabbed to death; 5 booked for revenge attack
Varuna Yagams Held Across Nellore Seeking Rainfall
A Varuna Yagam was also held at the Sri Rajarajeswari Ammavari Temple in Nellore Rural constituency under the guidance of MLA Kotamreddy Sridhar Reddy: Reports
Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan inaugurates six Nagaravanams, calls for boosting eco-tourism
With the six new urban forests at Bapatla, Chirala, Kotappakonda, Vinukonda, Piduguralla and Macherla, developed across 304.60 hectares at a cost of 13 crore, the total Nagaravanams in the State has gone up to 25
19-yr-old detained for raping minor girl in Kota
Verity Box Office Collection Day 4: Anne Hathaway-Dakota Johnson Thriller Sees Major Drop
Verity collected Rs 42.02 lakh on Day 4, registering a 69.1% drop in India from the previous day's earnings.
Stock markets surge for 2nd day as oil drops below USD 100 per barrel
Mumbai, Oct 6 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended sharply higher on Tuesday, extending their previous sessions rally, as a decline in crude oil prices below the USD 100 per barrel mark and buying in bank stocks and Reliance Industries added to investors optimism. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 685.34 points, or 0.95 per cent, to settle at 73,067.81. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 220.35 points, or 0.98 per cent, to end at 22,776.10. From the 30 Sensex firms, Trent surged the most by 12.78 per cent. Kotak Mahindra Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries, InterGlobe Aviation, Eternal and
Kota BTech Student Murder: Student Beaten With Sticks, Stabbed Over Old Rivalry
Kota, October 6 (Udaipur Kiran): A 19-year-old BTech student was allegedly murdered in Kota following an old rivalry. The attackers reportedly beat the student severely with sticks before stabbing him and fleeing the spot. The accused were known to the student, and the two sides had reportedly been involved in a dispute in March. Anantpura ... Read more Kota BTech Student Murder: Student Beaten With Sticks, Stabbed Over Old Rivalry
Verity Makes a Stunned Box Office Debut With $62M Worldwide Opening Weekend
The cinematic adaptation of Colleen Hoovers bestselling novel Verity has made a powerful splash at the global box office. Starring Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson, the erotic psychological thriller pulled in an impressive $62 million globally during its opening weekend, comfortably surpassing initial industry projections. In North America, the film raked in a spectacular $32 [] The post Verity Makes a Stunned Box Office Debut With $62M Worldwide Opening Weekend appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Domestic banks tighten grip on equity deals as fundraising surges
Kotak Mahindra Capital Co. reclaimed the top position after working on 45 deals through the end of September, capturing a 9.5% market share
KK Line Landslide Crisis: 14 Days On, Train Services Remain Disrupted
Fourteen days after a severe depression triggered massive landslides along the strategic Kotavalasa-Kirandul (KK) railway line, train services remain completely paralysed, causing immense hardship to passengers across the region. The calamity struck between the Maliguda and Chhatriput stations near Jayapur, where massive chunks of earth collapsed from the hillsides, severely damaging both the up and [] The post KK Line Landslide Crisis: 14 Days On, Train Services Remain Disrupted appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Kotak Mahindra Bank jumps 3.7% after strong Q2 loan, deposit data
The stock opened at 422, touched a high of 434.40 and has seen traded volumes of 153.20 lakh shares worth 658.94 crore so far in the session
Stock markets trade higher, led by bank stocks, Reliance Industries
Of the 30 Sensex firms, Trent surged over 11%. Kotak Mahindra Bank, Axis Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and InterGlobe Aviation were also among the winners
Inside Kotaks IIT classrooms: Teaching SME promoters to think like AI-Native businesses
From mattress makers and filmmakers to jute exporters, Kotak Mahindra Bank is taking SME entrepreneurs to IIT campuses to learn how artificial intelligence could reshape their businesses
Stock markets trade higher led by bank stocks, Reliance Industries
Mumbai, Oct 6 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty climbed in early trade on Tuesday, extending their previous sessions rally, aided by buying in bank stocks, Reliance Industries and positive global cues. The 30-share BSE Sensex advanced 120.22 points to 72,535.41 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty was up 47.15 points to 22,603.10. From the 30 Sensex firms, Trent surged over 11 per cent. Kotak Mahindra Bank, Axis Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and InterGlobe Aviation were also among the winners. Tech Mahindra, ITC, Mahindra & Mahindra and Infosys were among the laggards. Indian equity markets are expected
Kotak launches Nifty 500 Index Fund, lets you invest in top 500 companies, check subscription dates
Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company has launched a new equity index fund for investors. The company has introduced the 'Kotak Nifty 500 Index Fund'. This open-ended scheme will track the Nifty 500 Index. The new fund offer (NFO) opened for subscription on October 5, 2026, and will conclude on October 19, 2026.
Stock ideas for today: Kotak Sec is bullish on HAL & one more stock
Kotak Securities recommends 'Add' on Hindustan Aeronautics and 'Buy' on Honasa Consumer, citing strong order visibility and margin expansion for both the companies.
Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau Arrests Contract Employee for Bribery
A contract employee in Kota was arrested for demanding a bribe under the PMAY scheme, while another suspect fled the scene. Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau Arrests Contract Employee for Bribery
Kanpur chess players win big at Kota FIDE tournament
Kota maternal death families seek inquiry reports after doctors reinstated
Rajasthan: ACB arrests contractual employee in bribery trap
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 5 (IANS) Acting on the directions of the ACB Headquarters, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Kota unit, conducted a trap operation on Monday and arrested Akhilesh Meena, a contractual employee of the Kota Municipal Corporation, red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000. Meanwhile, another accused contractual employee, Naresh Verma, fled the spot after sensing the trap operation. Efforts to locate and apprehend him are underway. Govind Gupta, Director General of Police, Anti-Corruption Bureau, stated that the complainant had lodged a complaint with Vijay Swarnkar, Additional Superintendent of Police, ACB Kota. The complainant alleged that Akhilesh Meena and Naresh Verma, both contractual employees of the Kota Municipal Corporation, were demanding a bribe from the first instalment of Rs 50,000 sanctioned for house construction under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). They allegedly threatened to withhold approval of subsequent instalments if the bribe was not paid. Following the complaint, verification of the alleged bribe demand was conducted on October 1, 2026. During verification, it was confirmed that Akhilesh Meena had allegedly demanded Rs 10,000, while Naresh Verma had allegedly demanded Rs 5,000. After confirmation of the demand, the ACB conducted a trap operation on Monday under the supervision of Omprakash Meena, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Kota Range, and the direction of Vijay Swarnkar, Additional Superintendent of Police, ACB Kota. The operation was led by Anish Ahmed, Deputy Superintendent of Police. During the operation, Akhilesh Meena, a contractual employee of the Kota Municipal Corporation, was arrested red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 from the complainant outside the Kota Municipal Corporation premises. Meanwhile, Naresh Verma fled the spot after becoming aware of the trap operation. The ACB team is conducting searches to locate and apprehend him. Interrogation of the arrested accused, Akhilesh Meena, and further proceedings are under way under the supervision of Smita Srivastava, Additional Director General of Police, ACB, and S. Parimala, Inspector General of Police, ACB. The ACB will register a case under the relevant provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act and undertake further investigation. Efforts to locate and arrest the absconding accused, Naresh Verma, are continuing. The ACB stated that if a case, including a formal complaint or preliminary enquiry, has been registered against an individual, the concerned person may contact the ACB directly to present their side or submit an explanation. As part of its standard operating procedure, the ACB takes decisions regarding investigation only after a detailed examination of any explanation submitted.
Kotak eyes doubling SME portfolio to 2.5 lakh crore in three years
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Arijit Singh Announces Biggest-Ever India Tour Across 9 Cities in 2027
The worlds most streamed artist announces a 9-city stadium-scale India Tour for 2027 presented by Kotak Solitaire, celebrating 20 years of music and the millions of people who made the songs their own
Arijit Singh to embark on nationwide tour starting January 2027 celebrating his 20 years in music
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 5 (IANS) Playback singer Arijit Singh, who has completed 2 decades in the business, has announced a 9-city stadium-scale India Tour from January 2027 to May 2027. The tour will span cities like Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Mumbai, Bengaluru, New Delhi, Pune, Indore and Hyderabad. Talking about the show, Arijit Singh said in a statement, 20 years of music is a journey I feel very grateful for. The greatest part of it has always been the people, the listeners who have given these songs a life of their own. He further mentioned, Im really looking forward to travelling across India and experiencing that love together, live on stage. There are so many songs, so many memories and so many people to meet. I cant wait. The experience will feature 360-degree spatial audio, kinetic LED fixtures, panoramic screens, laser arrays and stadium-scale pyrotechnics, with a live production designed to immerse fans in the experience. Mohit Bijlani, Founder, Team Innovation, said, We take immense pride in presenting a nationwide tour of this magnitude to audiences across the country. Bringing Indias most loved voice to so many cities is a deeply meaningful milestone for our team. It is a genuine tribute to an extraordinary musical legacy, and we are thrilled to create an unprecedented live event. Every single detail of this journey is being designed to world-class standards, offering fans a live experience at a scale never seen before in his home country. The tour is presented by Kotak Solitaire, and produced and promoted by Team Innovation. Varun Khare, CEO, thumpN said, There are very few artists whose announcement can make an entire country stop and ask one question:,When do the tickets go on sale? Arijit Singh is one of them. His music has an extraordinary ability to bring people together, and we expect these shows to be exactly that. Thousands of people singing the same words, at the same time, in the same place. For thumpN, being the ticketing platform for this tour is a privilege> Our job is to make sure that getting from I need to be there to actually being there in the moment is as seamless as possible. Were incredibly excited to bring this experience to fans across all 9 cities, he added.
Kota maternal deaths: Clean chit to suspended doctors raises fresh questions
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 5 (IANS) Questions are mounting over accountability in the Kota maternal deaths case after senior doctors, suspended following the deaths of several new mothers and kidney failure among other women, were reinstated. The doctors had faced action amid findings of serious treatment and protocol lapses, but enquiry committees set up by the Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma-led Rajasthan government, have now reportedly given them a clean chit, raising a crucial question: If there was no negligence, why were they suspended and if serious lapses did occur, who is responsible? The sequence has triggered a fundamental question in Rajasthan: If there was no medical negligence, why were senior doctors suspended in the first place and if serious lapses were identified, who is accountable for the deaths and debilitating complications suffered by the patients? The Kota maternal death case has once again come under scrutiny following the reinstatement of three senior doctors of Kota Medical College including Dr. B.L. Patidar, Dr. Khushbu Meena and Dr. Navneet Kumar. The three were suspended in May after the deaths of new mothers and reports of kidney failure among other post-delivery patients. Four enquiry committees from Kota, Jaipur, Jodhpur and Delhi have now reportedly found no medical negligence attributable to the doctors, paving the way for their reinstatement. However, the clean chit has opened more questions than it has closed. The government's initial response in May was unequivocal. Inspections and preliminary enquiries reportedly flagged failures in treatment protocols, absence of senior doctors in the post-gynaecology ward, problems inside the operation theatre, sanitation concerns and questions surrounding medicines and emergency facilities. On May 11, Medical Department Principal Secretary, Gayatri Rathore, reportedly acknowledged that a preliminary enquiry had found shortcomings in adherence to protocols in the operation theatre. Dr. B.L. Patidar and Dr. Khushbu Meena were suspended over alleged negligence in treatment and supervision. Action was also initiated against nursing staff and hospital officials. Now, months later, the doctors have been cleared. That is the question the government must answer publicly. The initial investigation had reportedly thrown up a disturbing list of issues. Excessive fluids and antibiotics were allegedly administered to women after childbirth. Dampness and fungal growth were found in the post-gynaecology ward and Operation Theatre. Questions were also raised over alleged fumigation before culture samples were collected. Culture samples from the ward and OT reportedly failed twice. On May 11, when the condition of a patient identified as Pinky deteriorated, an ambulance equipped with a ventilator was reportedly unavailable. Another inspection on May 17 reportedly found filth and fungal growth in the gynaecology ward. Then, on May 26, the Drug Department reportedly found an Oxytocin injection sample to be substandard. Yet the final outcome has now cleared the three suspended doctors of medical negligence. For the families of the five women who died, the controversy is not an administrative file. For women such as Ragini Meena, Aarti, Dhanni, Pinky and Sushila, who reportedly suffered kidney failure after childbirth, the consequences continue. The women have demanded that the government make the enquiry committee and forensic reports public and explain what caused their kidney failure. They reportedly remain dependent on dialysis and have described severe physical and psychological distress, including episodes of temporary vision loss. Their demand is simple: Tell them what happened and who is responsible. The investigation is not entirely over. Samples of nine medical devices from the new hospital were reportedly sent to a laboratory in Kolkata for testing. Their reports are still awaited. That makes the government's responsibility to maintain transparency even more important. Patients' relatives said that the government cannot allow the issue to end with the reinstatement of three doctors. If the doctors were wrongly suspended, the government must explain why such serious action was taken on the basis of the initial findings. If the initial findings were correct and there were genuine failures in treatment, hospital management, sanitation, medicines, emergency response or adherence to protocols, then who will be held accountable, they added. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Chief Secretary V. Srinivas recently directed officials to strengthen emergency transportation arrangements for pregnant women, particularly those with high-risk pregnancies. Officials have been asked to improve coordination between maternal healthcare services and ambulance operations and regularly review ambulance utilisation. The measures are important, but they do not answer the central question arising from Kota. Five women died. Others were left facing prolonged kidney treatment. Doctors were suspended, then reinstated. Reports remain pending. The Rajasthan government now owes the patients, their families and the public a clear answer as relatives of new moms, who have left their kids orphaned due to system failure, ask who ultimately, is responsible for the maternal deaths.
One Drunken Order, 128 Years in Chains: The Story of Pakistan
A banyan tree in Landi Kotal, Pakistan, has remained chained to the ground for more than a century under a bizarre colonial-era arrest order, with a sign declaring, I am under arrest. According to a long-running local account, the unusual incident dates back to 1898, when the region was under British rule. British Army officer [] The post One Drunken Order, 128 Years in Chains: The Story of Pakistans Prisoner Tree appeared first on Northlines .
A banyan tree in Landi Kotal, Pakistan, has remained chained to the ground since 1898, when a reportedly intoxicated British officer, James Squid, allegedly believed the tree was moving towards him and ordered it to be arrested. A board still reads I am under arrest. Passed down through generations and reported by media, the bizarre colonial-era story has since become a symbol of British authority in the region.
Mathura-Sawai Madhopur Passenger Cancelled for Two Days, Nizamuddin-Indore Special Diverted
Bharatpur, October 4, 2026: Train services on the Kota division will be affected due to yard remodelling work at Mathura and Bhuteshwar stations on the Palwal-Mathura railway section under the Agra division. According to information issued by the Railways, two passenger trains will remain cancelled on specified dates, while the Hazrat Nizamuddin-Indore Special will operate ... Read more Mathura-Sawai Madhopur Passenger Cancelled for Two Days, Nizamuddin-Indore Special Diverted
Kota doctors reinstated after probes find no negligence
Bhupalpally: Trainee Group-I, II Officers Visit Historic Kotagullu Temple Complex
The officers learnt about the historical significance of the temple complex and appreciated its architectural style and intricate stone carvings.
Gujarat: Ahmedabad railway division records Rs 852 crore revenue in Sep
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 3 (IANS) The Ahmedabad division of Western Railway recorded its highest-ever monthly passenger revenue of Rs 208.60 crore in September this year, helping the division earn around Rs 852 crore from freight, passenger and parcel operations during the month. Passenger earnings rose 34.54 per cent from Rs 155.05 crore in September 2025 to Rs 208.60 crore this September, while freight revenue increased 6.88 per cent to Rs 636.08 crore from Rs 595.16 crore a year earlier. Parcel revenue stood at Rs 7.40 crore, registering a 20 per cent increase over the previous year. Divisional Railway Manager Ved Prakash congratulated officers and employees of the commercial, operations and other concerned departments and appreciated their continued efforts behind the performance. Freight operations saw several new records during the month. Western Carriers India Pvt. Ltd. at Devaliya recorded its best monthly freight revenue of Rs 4.87 crore, surpassing its previous high of Rs 4.55 crore in July 2026. Naliya Goods Shed recorded Rs 4.75 crore against its previous best of Rs 3.96 crore, while Samakhiyali Goods Shed registered Rs 8.64 crore, exceeding its earlier record of Rs 8.49 crore recorded in March. Kandla Port Goods Shed was notified as a Container Rail Terminal for container traffic from September 30 and is set to operate round the clock. Naroda Goods Shed was notified from September 16 as an alternative goods shed for Kankaria. The division also expanded freight business to new commodities, destinations and customers. Shri Renuka Sugar Ltd loaded five rakes of sugar in BCN wagons from Gandhidham to different destinations, generating Rs 2.85 crore in additional revenue. Three rakes of imported steam coal loaded by DB Tradelink Pvt. Ltd. from Kandla Port Dock Rail Terminal to Dadhdevi in Kota Division generated Rs 2.12 crore. Railhaul Logistics Pvt. Ltd. operated three mini rakes of mixed commodities from Kankaria to Mirza in Rangiya Division, generating Rs 97.18 lakh. Two mini rakes of imported fertiliser were loaded by Shri Khaitan Chemicals & Fertilisers Ltd. At the same time, Threeline Logistics & Shipping Pvt. Ltd. operated a rake of bamboo pulp from Kandla Port Dock Rail Terminal to Bamanheri, generating Rs 29.53 lakh. In the parcel segment, an e-auction held on September 16 and 17 resulted in the successful leasing of four assets. The contracts are expected to generate Rs 3.61 crore over three years, including around Rs 61 lakh during 2026-27. Passenger services were also augmented to handle festival and fair-related demand. Asarva-Khedbrahma Mela Special trains were operated from September 21 to October 1 for the Bhadarvi Poonam fair. The AhmedabadDarbhanga Special was extended up to November 27 to cater to the Diwali and Chhath Puja rush, while the Ahmedabad-Mumbai Central TOD Special was operated from September 10 to November 26 for the Navratri, Diwali and Chhath Puja period. A total of 25 special train trips were operated, benefiting around 36,000 passengers and generating Rs 3.02 crore in passenger revenue. Ticket-checking drives during the month resulted in 475 cases during three fortress checks, 375 cases during two ambush checks and 1,557 cases during nine special fortress checks. Fines of Rs 4.56 lakh, Rs 3.50 lakh and Rs 16.54 lakh, respectively, were collected; around 160 anti-littering cases resulted in Rs 1.27 lakh in fines. In contrast, 16 anti-smoking cases led to another Rs 32,000 being collected. The division also continued to expand its freight and logistics infrastructure. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the Shivalakha Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal (GCT) and dedicated the Bhimasar, Devaliya and Chandisar GCTs to the nation on September 15. He also laid the foundation stone for the Linch GCT. On the occasion, India's first stainless steel salt container train was flagged off from Shivalakha to Mithapur. The newly constructed Gopalpur railway station was also inaugurated, eliminating the need for engine reversal at Gandhidham for trains operating between Ahmedabad and Bhuj. Train No. 22829 Bhuj-Shalimar Express was also provided a new scheduled halt at Anjar station.
Congress forms panel to probe cross-voting, civic poll setbacks in Rajasthan
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 3 (IANS) The Congress party has initiated an internal probe into allegations of cross-voting and organisational lapses during Rajasthan's recent urban local body elections, with the party constituting a nine-member committee to examine its setbacks in several civic bodies. The committee has been set up under former Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Dr C.P. Joshi to examine the party's setbacks in several local bodies, including allegations of cross-voting and poor floor management. The committee has been asked to submit its report within seven days. The committee includes Ramsingh Kaswan, Murarilal Meena, Kuldeep Indora, Pramod Jain Bhaya, Shakuntala Rawat, Hakam Ali, Ganesh Ghoghra and Raghuvir Singh Rathore. The Pradesh Congress Committee has collected reports from different districts regarding councillors who allegedly voted against official Congress candidates during elections for mayors and chairpersons. Party sources said preparations are underway for disciplinary action against councillors found responsible for cross-voting. Reports have suggested that the number of Congress councillors under scrutiny could be in the hundreds, although the final number will depend on the inquiry and verification of individual cases. The controversy gained prominence after Congress candidates lost elections in several local bodies despite the party having a significant number of councillors. In Bikaner, for example, Congress had 41 councillors against the BJP's 27, but the BJP candidate won the deputy mayor election 40-38, prompting allegations of cross-voting and a demand for an inquiry. The Congress leadership has also taken note of the party's performance in municipal corporations and other local bodies, including Ajmer, Kota and Pali. The Congress had earlier sought reports on allegations of councillors being influenced or voting against party candidates. The party had also faced allegations from its own leaders concerning the handling of councillors during the process of forming civic bodies. The inquiry committee will examine the circumstances surrounding these setbacks and the role of party leaders and councillors. Another issue under discussion within the Rajasthan Congress is the Bhilwara controversy, where 17 Congress candidates were unable to contest with the party symbol after the required authority letters were not submitted on time. The issue created a major dispute within the local Congress organisation and reached the party's national leadership. The Rajasthan High Court later dismissed petitions filed by the affected candidates, leaving 53 Congress-authorised candidates in the field. Congress leaders in Bhilwara have continued to raise questions over responsibility for the episode. A recent protest by PCC member Manoj Paliwal outside the district Congress office again brought the issue into focus. Questions have also been raised over the role of senior local leaders Dhiraj Gurjar and Ramlal Jat. The Congress had also alleged that its councillors were subjected to pressure, inducements and attempts to influence their voting during the post-election process. PCC chief Govind Singh Dotasra subsequently sought an inquiry by the State Election Commission into allegations involving the administration and police.
Naidu govt abandoned drought-hit farmers of Rayalaseema: YSRCP
Digital Desk | Tadepalli, Oct 2 (IANS) Former minister Kurasala Kannababu and YSRCP State General Secretary Gadikota Srikanth Reddy on Friday alleged that the coalition government had abandoned drought-hit farmers in Rayalaseema while spending heavily on publicity under the banner of Rising Rayalaseema and the proposed Rs 1 lakh crore horticulture hub. Kannababu alleged that the government delayed the declaration of drought despite conditions becoming severe much earlier and described the Madanapalle horticulture programme as another event-management exercise. He said the 2026-27 Budget allocated only Rs 1,123 crore to the Horticulture Department and just Rs 200 crore for the proposed hub. He also claimed that there was no clarity on private investors, the proposed Rs 60,000 crore private investment or the claimed World Bank funding. Kannababu compared the announcement with Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidus earlier publicity surrounding projects such as Hyperloop, bullet trains, seaplanes, Airbus, Lockheed, Alibaba data centres and other proposals that, according to him, failed to materialise. He said Rayalaseema was facing severe drought, with 186 of the 388 drought-declared mandals located in the region and 159 of the 283 severely drought-affected mandals also situated there. According to Kannababu, rainfall deficits between June and September stood at 63.1 per cent in Annamayya district, 56.6 per cent in Sri Sathya Sai district, 47.3 per cent in Chittoor district, 46 per cent in YSR Kadapa district, 42 per cent in Kurnool district and 42.2 per cent in Nandyal district. He alleged that nearly seven lakh borewells had dried up by August, while mango and citrus orchards were withering and farmers were relying on tankers to save plantations. Srikanth Reddy alleged that the government had no contingency plan despite severe rainfall deficits and widespread crop distress. He claimed that tomato prices had fallen to Rs 30-Rs 40 per 15-kg box, while chilli, onion, banana, citrus and mango growers were also struggling due to non-remunerative prices. He alleged that farmers were drilling borewells up to 800 feet without finding water and that crop insurance, input subsidy and fodder support had been neglected. The YSRCP leaders demanded an immediate reassessment of drought-hit mandals, rescheduling of crop loans, restoration of free crop insurance, input subsidy, fodder support, compensation of Rs 25,000 per acre for damaged crops and Rs 15,000 per acre for unsown land. They said the government should stop publicity-driven events and immediately announce a comprehensive drought-relief programme for Rayalaseema farmers. Meanwhile, former minister Sake Sailajanath accused Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu of misleading Rayalaseema farmers over the proposed Horticulture Hub. He alleged that crops were drying up while the government was engaged in celebrations and claimed that the proposed Rs 1 lakh crore Horticulture Hub had no budgetary allocation. Sailajanath further alleged that the project could result in the transfer of farmers land to corporate entities and reduce farmers to labourers on their own land.
HDFC, Kotak Get Their Anups: Same Roots, But Very Different Challenges
Two of the country's biggest private banks -- HDFC and Kotak -- picked new chiefs on the same day. Both are named Anup. Both are Bengali.
Sujit Kalakal Defeats Olympic Champion Kotaro Kiyuka to Reach Asian Games Final
Sujit Kalakal secures a spot in the Asian Games final by defeating Olympic champion Kotaro Kiyuka in an intense semifinal match. Sujit Kalakal Defeats Olympic Champion Kotaro Kiyuka to Reach Asian Games Final
Asian Games: Sujeet enters 65kg freestyle wrestling final; Dipanshi to play for women's 50kg bronze
Digital Desk | Nagoya, Oct 2 (IANS) Asian Championships gold medallist freestyle wrestler Sujeet Kalkal sailed into the men's 65kg final after beating reigning Olympic champion Japan's Kotaro Kiyooka on Friday. Sujeet came from 0-2 down to defeat Olympic champion and home favourite Kotaro 3-3 on criteria in a thrilling semi-final, producing the biggest victory of his career. Sujeet will play for the gold medal against Abdulmazhid Kudiev of Tajikistan later in the day. A U23 world champion, Sujeet began his campaign with a 13-3 technical superiority win over Sayed Omar Zazai of Afghanistan in the pre-quarterfinal bout. Zazai got three points on Sujeet early in the round of 16 bout. But Sujeet settled down and got on board with a step-out. He then scored a four-pointer, a go-behind and an exposure to lead 9-3 before he completed a 13-3 win to move into the quarterfinals. Sujeet then booked his spot in the semifinal against Olympic champion Kotaro after a 10-0 win over Abbas Ebrahimzadeh. He began with an arm throw before scoring exposure points twice and two go-behinds as well to complete the win. In the semifinal against Kotaro, the Japanese wrestler scored two quick points to lead 2-0. But Sujeet made back-to-back scoring moves and held a 4-2 lead. After a review, Sujeet's total was down to 3, but he was still leading. Kiyooka then tied the contest 3-3, and Sujeet went through to the final, as he had a bigger-scoring move than the Japanese. In the mens 125kg freestyle, Ruhal went down 3-8 to Kazakhstans U20 world champion Yedige Kassimbek in the opening round. In the women's wrestling, India has had a difficult start as Priya Malik and Dipanshi (50 kg) both lost their opening bouts. Priya lost to world silver medallist Aiperi Medet Kyzy of Kyrgyzstan in the opening bout at 76kg. Priya made it 2-1 in the second period, but Medet Kyzy worked hard on a takedown to lead 4-1. Priya went for the big throw at the end but Medet Kyzy fell on top and got the pin. Meanwhile, Tokyo Olympics champion and home favourite Yui Ssaki of Japan got her campaign for a first Asian Games gold to go with her four Asian titles off to a hot start, knocking off Indian youngster Dipanshi 11-0. Susaki then needed just 44 seconds to book her place in the semifinals with a 10-0 TSU win, whitewashing Samnang Dit of Cambodia. The four-time world champion then defeated Zeinep Bayanova of Kazakhstan to enter the final. Meanwhile, with Susaki reaching the finals, Dipanshi got a revival as she entered the repechage round and earned a chance to fight for a bronze. In the repechage against Cambodia's Samnang Dit, Dipanshi registered a technical superiority (10-0) and will play for a bronze medal against Zeinep Bayanova of Kazakhstan.
Two Anups, two IIT-IIM alumni: HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra get new CEOs
RBI Approves Anup Bagchi As MD, CEO Of HDFC Bank; Anup Saha For Kotak Bank
RBI approves Anup Bagchi as HDFC Bank MD and CEO and Anup Kumar Saha as Kotak Mahindra Bank MD and CEO.
HDFC Bank appoints Anup Bagchi as next MD & CEO, to take charge on Oct 27
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 1 (IANS) HDFC Bank has appointed Anup Bagchi as its next Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer after receiving approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), according to a stock exchange filing on Thursday. Bagchi, currently the MD and CEO of ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, will assume charge on October 27, 2026, following the completion of incumbent MD and CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan's tenure on October 26. Jagdishan had chosen not to seek reappointment for another term. The Board of Directors of the Bank, based on the recommendation of the Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee, at its meeting held today i.e. October 1, 2026 approved the following: a. appointment of Anup Bagchi as an Additional Director of the Bank w.e.f. October 2, 2026 till the date of approval of the shareholders as per the provisions of Companies Act, 2013. b. appointment of Anup Bagchi as the MD & CEO of the Bank on such terms and conditions including remuneration, as approved by the RBI, for a period of 3 (three) years with effect from October 27, 2026, subject to approval of the shareholders as per the provisions of Companies Act, 2013, the private lender said. The appointment marks a key leadership transition at India's largest private sector lender. Earlier, HDFC Bank had submitted two names to the RBI for consideration for the top position: Anup Bagchi and the bank's Deputy Managing Director Kaizad Bharucha. In its filing, the bank also announced Bagchi's appointment as an Additional Director with effect from October 2, 2026, subject to shareholders' approval in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013. The RBI has approved both his appointment and remuneration under Section 35B of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The development comes amid a broader reshuffle in the banking sector's top leadership. Earlier in the day, Kotak Mahindra Bank announced the appointment of Anup Kumar Saha as its new MD and CEO. HDFC Bank shares ended 1.76 per cent higher at Rs 721.20 on the NSE ahead of the announcement, reflecting positive investor sentiment as the bank prepares for its next phase of leadership under Bagchi.
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Questions to Ask Before Choosing the Best Pension Plan in India
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Kotak Mahindra Bank shares rise on new CEO appointment
The stock opened sharply higher at 426.00 against a previous close of 417.00 and touched an intraday high of 435.60 before paring gains through the session.
Sitanshu Kota on Shubman Gills 200 & Rohit Sharmas stunning start
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Anup Saha to be next MD & CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank
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Anup Kumar Saha appointed as new MD and CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank
The RBI has approved Anup Kumar Saha's appointment as Kotak Mahindra Bank MD & CEO for three years with effect from January 1, 2027
