Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri reaffirms Centres support to Andhra Pradesh
VIJAYAWADA: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted the Centres support for the States development projects and said the new US policies may not have an impact on petroleum prices in India and may even fall further in global markets. Speaking to mediapersons in Vijayawada on Friday, he expressed support for the petroleum refineries, GAILs Srikakulam-Angul Natural Gas Pipeline, AIIMS Mangalagiri, IIT Tirupati, and IISER Tirupati. Additionally, he noted a significant increase in railway infrastructure allocation, from Rs 886 crore (2009-2014) to Rs 9,417 crore (2024-25). Minister Puri outlined key road and railway projects, including 4,741 km of national highways, the Bengaluru-Kadapa-Vijayawada Expressway, and the modernisation of 73 railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. He announced the establishment of the NTPC Green Hydrogen Hub in Pudimadaka and three new greenfield airports. Emphasising the BJP-led governments commitment to Andhra Pradeshs growth, he stated that under PM Modis leadership, India is emerging as a global economic power. He also addressed fuel prices, Indias international standing, and the upcoming Bihar elections. He noted that the recent petrol price hike was -0.67% in India, compared to 48% in Bangladesh and 25% in Pakistan, while the diesel price increased by 1.15% in India, 85.47% in Sri Lanka, and 5.17% in the USA. Puri highlighted that under the 14th Finance Commission, States now receive 42% of tax devolution, up from 32% under the 13th Finance Commission. Andhra Pradeshs tax devolution increased from Rs 1,32,385 crore (2004-2014) to Rs 2,94,063 crore (2014-2024), a 123% rise. Grants and aid to Andhra Pradesh surged 264%, from Rs 78,112 crore (2004-2014) to Rs 2,84,141 crore (2014-2024). Regarding special assistance for capital investment, he detailed interest-free loans provided to Andhra Pradesh: Rs 688 crore (2020-21), Rs 502 crore (2021-22), Rs 6,106 crore (2022-23), Rs 4,091 crore (2023-24), and Rs 5,663 crore (2024-25). He asserted cooperation between the State and Centre in projects such as a Rs 90,000-crore BPCL refinery. Puri also provided updates on energy projects, including ONGCs offshore activities near Kakinada, which are expected to produce 45,000 barrels of crude oil per day. He contrasted this with delays in other States due to the lack of approvals. He noted significant railway investments in the State including 1,560 km of new tracks laid in Andhra Pradesh since 2014, more than Sri Lankas entire railway network and 1,949 km electrified, making the States railway network fully electrified. Additionally, Rs 2,051 crore has been allocated for upgrading 73 railway stations, and eight Vande Bharat trains now serve 15 districts. He announced the establishment of ISROs third launch pad at Sriharikota, with a budget of Rs 3,984.86 crore, and the foundation stone laying for projects worth over Rs 2 lakh crore in Visakhapatnam. He highlighted PM Modis inauguration of key healthcare facilities, including AIIMS Mangalagiri.
Andhra Pradesh's Palnadu villages gear up for Maha Shivaratri
GUNTUR: Over 40 villages in Narasaraopet and Chilakaluripet mandals of Palnadu district are gearing up for Maha Shivaratri celebrations at Sri Trikoteswara Swamy Temple, where lakhs of devotees are expected on February 26. The temple, one of the oldest in the district, hosts a two-day fair annually, drawing worshippers from across the State. A major highlight of the festival is the construction of Prabhalu - towering, rectangular cloth structures - by devotees. The century-old tradition is believed to bring prosperity and harmony to villages. Kavuru, Kammavaripalem, Aminsahebpalem, Appapuram, Maddirala, Yadavalli, Boppudi, and Purushottamapatnam have already started crafting these elaborate structures, some reaching heights of 100 feet. The process is a collective effort, with farmers contributing based on landholdings and village teams taking turns to oversee construction. With costs ranging between Rs 25 lakh and Rs 30 lakh per Prabha, some villages have started pooling resources to build a single structure and share the expenses. Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu will visit Kotappakonda Sri Trikoteswara Swamy Temple on Maha Shivaratri to offer special prayers. Minister of Energy Gottipati Ravikumar, Palnadu District Collector Arun Babu, Superintendent of Police K Srinivasa Rao, and Narasaraopet MLA Dr Chadalavada Aravinda Babu recently reviewed festival arrangements at the Sri Trikoteswara Swamy Temple with officials from the health, police, municipal, and Roads and Buildings Department. They instructed officials to ensure smooth traffic flow, safety measures, and proper amenities for the large crowds expected. This is a time when all differences fade away. Political affiliations and social divides do not matter. Even those who have settled abroad return home for the festival, said retired government employee KDhanunjay from Kavuru. District authorities are ensuring a seamless experience for devotees, with security, traffic, and crowd management in place. The region is set for an elaborate and spiritually vibrant Maha shivaratri celebration.
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10 largest India-focused offshore equity funds and ETFs
As of December 2024, the AUM of the 10 largest India-focused offshore funds and ETFs declined slightly by 1% to $42.1 billion from $42.4 billion in June 2024. Notable funds, including iShares MSCI India ETF and Kotak India Midcap A, saw varying trends.
BLR-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction Match 7, Tata WPL 2025
BLR-W vs MUM-W Match 7, TATA WPL 2025, Dream11 Prediction: The defending champion Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women have started the TATA WPL 2025 with two consecutive wins. They have captured the top spot on the table as of now. But that top spot will be challenged as they gear up to face the inaugural season winner, Mumbai Indians Women, on Friday. This clash will kick off at 7:30 PM at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. This is the first game at this venue this season. RCB-W have had pretty impressive batting performances, and their batters have done well with the bat. MI-W also had a great all-round game against Gujarat Giants, and they will look to continue that against the defending champion. BLR-W vs MUM-W Match 7: Match Details Date : February 21 (Friday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara BLR-W vs MUM-W Match 7 Live Streaming Details To watch the live action of this high-profile clash, fans can tune into Star Sports Networks on their cable TV. The live stream option for this game will be available. on the Jio Hotstar app or website as well. BLR-W vs MUM-W: Head-to-Head In WPL Total Matches : 5 BLR-W : 2 MUM-W : 3 No Result : 0 BLR-W vs MUM-W: Ground Pitch Report The surface in Bengaluru is probably the best in India for the batting side. As a bowler, there is not much help here, and the boundaries are also very short, which gives full value for the batters. The outfield is also brilliant, and down the ground, the ball travels very well. All these factors make it a difficult venue to bowl at. BLR-W vs MUM-W: Possible XIs: RCB-W: Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Smriti Mandhana (c), Ellyse Perry, Raghvi Bist, Richa Ghosh (wk), Kanika Ahuja, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Joshitha VJEkta Bisht,, Renuka Thakur Singh MUM-W: Yastika Bhatia (wk), Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Amelia Kerr, G Kamalini, S Sajana, Amanjot Kaur, Shabnim Ismail, Sanskriti Gupta, Parunika Sisodia BLR-W vs MUM-W: Dream11 Team Wicket-keepers : Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia Batters : Smriti Mandhana,Ellyse Perry,Harmanpreet Kaur All-rounders : Hayley Matthews (Captain), Nat Sciver-Brunt (Vice Captain),Amelia Kerr,Georgia Wareham Bowler : Shabnim Ismail,Kim Garth Dream11 Prediction: RCB-W have had a great start, and their pacers are also doing well. MUM-W also have a settled squad. But RCB-W will have a home crowd with them. That is why we predict RCB-W to win here. BLR-W vs MUM-W Match 7 Dream11 Prediction, BLR-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction, Today Match BLR-W vs MUM, BLR-W vs MUM-W Prediction, BLR-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips, BLR-W vs MUM-W Pitch Report, Today Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Mumbai Indians Women Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Disclaimer : The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.
Uday Kotak warns about fading animal spirits in kids of business families: Be hungry for success and
Uday Kotak expresses concern about young business heirs opting for easy paths in managing family investments rather than building real businesses
Indian stock market trades almost flat, rupee strengthens
Mumbai: The domestic benchmark indices were trading nearly flat in the morning trade on Friday amid mixed global cues, as automobile stocks weighed on the sectoral indices. ICICI Bank, Infosys, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Tata Motors and Reliance Industries share prices dragged the benchmark indices in early trade. As of 9.34 a.m., the Sensex was hovering 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 .
Despite foreign institutional investors selling financial stocks, analyst Mayuresh Joshi from Marketsmith believes the sector is poised for growth due to easing valuations. He highlights Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bank of Baroda, and Karur Vysya Bank as promising picks. Stabilizing deposits, stronger asset quality, and potential earnings growth support a positive outlook for banking stocks.
Kotak Mahindra Prime appoints Shahrukh Todiwala as new MD, CEO
Todiwala succeeds Vyomesh Kapasi, who will now take over as the head of product-consumer bank vertical, at KMB.
S&P upgrades Kotak Mahindra Bank to BBB after RBI lifts curbs
We believe Kotak Mahindra Bank is well positioned for growth over the next 24 months, S&P said in its statement
Is Nifty finally bottoming out? Heres what Mayuresh Joshi has to say
Mayuresh Joshi from Marketsmith India suggests the market may be near its low, or the earnings downgrades are ending soon. He highlights agro chemicals, hospital stocks, and financials as promising sectors. Key stocks include Coromandel International, Max Healthcare, Kims, Kotak Bank, and Karur Vysya Bank, showing potential in their performance and financial stability.
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Matsyagandha Express gets a fresh start with brand-new coaches
Commuter who escaped injury on old train felicitated as upgraded LHB coaches roll out. mid-day highlighted Koles ordeal, and the videos and story were picked up by Udupi MP Kota Srinivas Poojary, who had already been advocating for the trains upgrade. He presented the evidence to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
Credit war comes to mid-sized companies, lenders throw pricing to the wind
Intense competition among banks in the mid-sized corporate sector is leading to mispriced loans and increased risk exposure. Banks like HDFC and Kotak Mahindra are expressing concern over the trend, emphasizing the need for proper risk-adjusted pricing to maintain sustainable credit costs in the long term.
Kotak Mahindra Bank appoints Vyomesh Kapasi as Head of Products - Consumer Bank
Kotak Mahindra Bank leadership changes: Vyomesh joins Kotak Mahindra Bank from Kotak Mahindra Prime Ltd, where he served as the MD & CEO
Kotak Mahindra Prime Appoints Veteran Shahrukh Todiwala As CEO
Vyomesh Kapasi, who previously led KMPL, has moved to Kotak Mahindra Bank as the head of products-consumer bank.
Which states have the most to lose if Trump dissolves the Department of Education?
As President Trump moves toward dismantling the Department of Education, states heavily reliant on federal funding face an educational crisis. Rural states like Alaska, North Dakota, and Kentucky, which depend on Title I grants and Pell funding, risk school closures, teacher layoffs, and student aid cuts. The decision could reshape access to education and economic stability nationwide.
Uday Kotak Says India Cannot Afford Protectionism; May Need To Rebalance Its Trade
Kotak emphasised on the importance of execution in both macro- and microeconomic policies.
Uday Kotak questions if retail investors should continue investing in stocks due to high valuations. He notes that foreign companies are benefiting from this by repatriating profits. Despite this, local investors remain enthusiastic. Indian shares are among the most expensive worldwide, second only to the US. Mutual funds play a crucial role in supporting the market.
Kotak Nifty Commodities Index Fund NFO is open for subscription. 10 things to know
The scheme's NFO is open for subscription until March 3 and will reopen for continuous sale and repurchase on March 18.
Congress calls for more more professional regulation of markets, total overhaul of SEBI
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, in a post on X. quoted Kotak Mahindra Banks founder and director Uday Kotak as saying that over-financialisation can hurt the Indian economy as investors move their savings into equities without understanding valuations
Urja Communications appoints Arunima Singh as COO
Urja Communications Pvt. Ltd. has appointed Arunima Singh as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Singh has over two decades of experience in marketing, including 13 years in digital and social media. She has held leadership positions at several organisations, including Asymmetrique as chief operating officer, Marksmen Media as chief digital officer, and Oliver Agency as head and business director for Google India and SEAPAC. She has also worked as Executive Vice President at Social Beat, Business Director for Digital P&L Head in Mumbai at Wunderman Thompson, and Practice Lead for digital and social P&L head at Adfactors PR. Her other roles include group head for Client Servicing at L&K Saatchi & Saatchi, Senior Account manager at Mirum India, a VML company, and Deputy Manager for Business Development and Account Management at EOS - Eureka Outsourcing Solutions. Earlier in her career, Singh worked as a Senior Asset Servicing Officer in the loans and investments division at ICICI Bank, Marketing Manager at Acme Healthcare Products, Senior Account Executive at Sobhagya Advertising Services, and Executive for Resource Mobilisation at HelpAge India. Over the years, she has worked with brands including Pidilite, Godrej Group, Essar, Parle, HCC, Magma Fincorp, Force Motors, Kotak Mahindra, Hindustan Unilever, Apollo Clinics among several others.
Need more professional regulation of financial markets; SEBI needs total overhaul: Cong
New Delhi, Feb 20: The Congress on Thursday stressed the need for professional regulation of financial markets with a total overhaul of SEBI and called for a relentless focus on global manufacturing ecosystems across the technology spectrum to carve out niches for India. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh shared a media report on X which quoted founder and director, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Uday Kotak, as saying that over-financialisation can hurt the Indian economy as investors move their savings [] The post Need more professional regulation of financial markets; SEBI needs total overhaul: Cong appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress plays up Uday Kotak's cautionary note to investors, pushes for total overhaul of Sebi
The Congress party has emphasised the need for professional regulation of India's financial markets and called for a comprehensive overhaul of SEBI. Concerns have been raised about the risks of excessive financialisation, with calls for improved scrutiny and balanced market considerations.
Rekha Gupta will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Delhi at Ramlila Maidan on February 20, succeeding Atishi. Gupta, married to businessman Manish Gupta, declared assets worth Rs 5.2 crore. She will be accompanied in her oath-taking by six other MLAs. Gupta continues Delhi's tradition of having women Chief Ministers from various political parties.
Uday Kotak warns that India's economic 'animal spirits' are fading as young business families focus more on investments than building companies. He urges policymakers to address the impact of US policies pulling foreign capital away. Kotak stresses the need for a national strategy to counter this challenge and navigate the current economic environment.
WPL 2025: Lanning, Sutherland, & Kapp Star As DC Beats UPW By Seven Wickets (ld)
Captain Meg Lanning: Captain Meg Lanning was at her majestic best through a fine 69, while Annabel Sutherland and Marizanne Kapp held their nerve to be unbeaten on 41 and 29 respectively as Delhi Capitals edged UP Warriorz by seven wickets in match six of WPL 2025 at the Kotambi Stadium on Wednesday. After Kiran Navgires whirlwind fifty off 24 balls, Shweta Sehrawats 33-ball 37 and Chinelle Henrys unbeaten 15-ball 33 powered UP Warriorz to 166/7, Meg set the foundation for DCs chase by hitting a 49-ball 69, laced with 12 fours. Later, Annabel and Marizanne played critical unbeaten knocks to ensure that DC completed the chase with a ball to spare and end the WPL 2025 Vadodara leg on a high. The duo and DC were also helped by a shoddy fielding performance from UPW helping them climb to second place in the points table. Shafali Verma began DCs chase of 167 by hitting Kranti Goud for four and six in the opening over. From the other end, Meg cut and steered Sophie Ecclestone for a brace of fours, before she and Shafali took a four each off Rajeshwari Gayakwad. Meg upped the ante by flicking Chinelle Henry for two easy fours, before creating room to cut her through backward point again and getting a similar result against Kranti as DC ended power-play at 59/0. But shortly after that, Shafali miscued a slog off the toe-end against Deepti to deep mid-wicket and fall for a 16-ball 26. One brought two for UPW as Jemimah Rodrigues top-edged a sweep to short fine leg off Sophie and fall for a duck. Meg, though, continued to dazzle in piercing the off-side by slapping Rajeshwari through point for raising her fifty. But in a bid to flick off Grace Harris, Meg shuffled far too across and was castled. Though Annabel and Marizanne held fort in the chase, DC still needed 32 runs off last 18 balls, and all options open in terms of which way the result would go. But the experienced Marizanne maintained her composure to hit back-to-back boundaries off Sophie in the 18th over. On the last ball of the 19th over, Marizannes catch was dropped by substitute Alana King, as the equation came down to 11 runs in the final over. Annabel hit Tahlia McGrath for back-to-back fours, before the all-rounder made a mess of a run-out chase as DC got over the line, with UPW paying the price for poor fielding. Previously, Kiran unleashed unbelievable carnage by hitting six fours and three sixes to smash the fastest half-century by a UP Warriorz batter in the WPL. But after she fell for 51 off 27 balls, DC came back to pick four wickets in 16 runs. It took solid knocks in the back end from Shweta and Chinelle, playing her first WPL game, to ensure UPW crossed the 160-mark. Kiran provided a rollicking start to UPWs innings by swivelling and lofting Marizanne for a brace of fours. Kiran then hit Shikha Pandey for back-to-back boundaries coming off sublime drives. After Vrinda Dinesh lofted Marizanne for a boundary, Kiran pulled her for six, before dancing down the pitch to take a four and six off Jess Jonassen. Boundaries continued to flow for Kiran as she swatted a juicy full toss from Shikha over mid-off for six, before Vrinda lofted Annabel for a boundary. But after that, DC bounced back as Vrinda pulled a cross-seam delivery from Annabel straight to deep mid-wicket. Though Kiran got her fifty in 24 balls by driving Arundhati Reddy through the gap at extra cover for four, she fell for 51 off 27 deliveries while trying to pull a short ball from Annabel, with the leading edge caught by long leg. Tahlia stepped out of her crease to drive Jess on the off-side, but misses the delivery and was stumped swiftly by Sarah Bryce. In the next over, Sarah exhibited another swift work with the gloves to have Deepti stumped, and leave UPW in tatters at 83/4. Grace and Shweta tried resurrecting the innings with their 36-run stand off 32 balls, before the former spooned straight to mid-off against Arundhati. Chinelle injected much-needed momentum into the innings by thumping Minnu Mani for four, before smacking an off-colour Shikha for two sixes and as many fours to take 23 runs off the 17th over. The duo took a four each off Arundhati, before being dismissed in the final over by Marizanne as UPW could get only 16 runs off the last three overs. Tahlia stepped out of her crease to drive Jess on the off-side, but misses the delivery and was stumped swiftly by Sarah Bryce. In the next over, Sarah exhibited another swift work with the gloves to have Deepti stumped, and leave UPW in tatters at 83/4. Grace and Shweta tried resurrecting the innings with their 36-run stand off 32 balls, before the former spooned straight to mid-off against Arundhati. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
WPL 2025: Niki Replaces Radha As DC Win Toss And Elect To Bowl First Against UPW
Batter Niki Prasad: Batter Niki Prasad replaces left-arm spin all-rounder Radha Yadav in the playing XI as Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to bowl first against UP Warriorz in match six of WPL 2025 at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. It is also the venues final match of this season, which means both DC and UPW would be looking to sign off with a win after coming into this game on the back of losses in their last games respectively. After winning the toss, Meg said her decision to bowl first came due to the track record of matches being won by teams batting second. That has worked well so far, we'll have to make early inroads against a challenging opposition. We've got good depth in our squad, the last match wasn't our best, we'll come hard today. We're looking to improve, we can do a lot of things better and we're excited, she said. UP Warriorz skipper Deepti Sharma said she also wanted to bowl first, and added that pace bowling all-rounder Chinelle Henry and left-arm spinner Rajeshwari Gayakwad come in for leg-spinner Alana King and pacer Saima Thakor. Chinelle, who plays for West Indies, gets to make her WPL debut after coming in as an injury replacement for regular skipper Alyssa Healy. We would have bowled first as well, but we need to get a good total which we can defend. The more matches you play, the experience and learning is always there. It's very good for women's cricket, she said. Playing XIs Delhi Capitals: Shafali Verma, Meg Lanning (captain), Jemimah Rodrigues, Marizanne Kapp, Annabel Sutherland, Niki Prasad, Sarah Bryce (wk), Jess Jonassen, Shikha Pandey, Arundhati Reddy, and Minnu Mani Playing XIs Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
Indian markets closed in the red for the second consecutive day, with Sensex and Nifty50 ending flat. Realty, power, and metal stocks saw gains, while IT and healthcare stocks declined. UPL, Shree Cement, and Kotak Mahindra Bank hit 52-week highs.
Sensex, Nifty end marginally lower amid volatile trade
Among the gainers, Zomato jumped nearly 5%. Larsen & Toubro, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank were also among the gainers
Kotak Institutional Equities report warns that retail investor inflows into Indian equity markets may slow down due to declining trailing returns over the past 12 months. Lower returns have dampened investor sentiment, potentially impacting domestic mutual funds despite aggressive domestic institutional investor activity.
UP-W vs DEL-W Dream11 Prediction Match 6, Tata WPL 2025
UP-W vs DEL-W Match 6, TATA WPL 2025, Dream11 Prediction: Another high-octane clash is waiting for the fans in the ongoing TATA WPL 2025 as UP Warriorz Women will take on Delhi Capitals Women in match no. 6 of the tournament. The action will begin at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. UP Warriorz had a poor start to the tournament as they lost their opening encounter against Gujarat Giants with a below-par performance. They need to make plans in their batting department and put their best foot forward. Delhi Capitals also suffered a big defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their last game. They need to make sure that they bounce back here. UP-W vs DEL-W Match 6: Match Details Date : February 19 (Wednesday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara UP-W vs DEL-W Match 6 Live Streaming Details To watch the live action, fans can switch to Star Sports Networks on their TV channels. Fans can also enjoy the live stream on the Jio Hotstar app or website. UP-W vs DEL-W: Head-to-Head In WPL Total Matches : 4 UP-W : 1 DEL-W : 3 No Result : 0 UP-W vs DEL-W: Ground Pitch Report As seen in the recent matches, the surface at Kotambi Stadium has been two-paced. The ball has stuck, and it hasn't come as good as batters would have liked. The team that bowls first might have an edge because it is not easy to defend any total here. UP-W vs DEL-W: Predicted XIs UP Women: Vrinda Dinesh, Uma Chetry (wk), Kiran Navgire, Deepti Sharma (c), Grace Harris, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Ecclestone, Shweta Sehrawat, Saima Thakor, Alana King, Kranti Goud Delhi Women: Shafali Verma, Meg Lanning (c), Annabel Sutherland, Jemimah Rodrigues, Marizanne Kapp, Jess Jonassen, Sarah Bryce (wk),Shikha Pandey, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Minnu Mani UP-W vs DEL-W: Dream11 Team Wicket-keeper : Uma Chetry Batters : Shafali Verma, Meg Lanning, Jemimah Rodrigues, Grace Harris All-rounders : Annabel Sutherland (Captain), Marizanne Kapp, Deepti Sharma, Tahlia McGrath (Vice Captain), Jess Jonassen Bowler : Sophie Ecclestone Dream11 Prediction: UP Warriorz might feel under pressure because they don't have much firepower in their batting unit. They have lacked quality Indian batters, which was visible in the first game. That is the big reason we predict Delhi Capitals to win this clash. UP-W vs DEL-W Match 6 Dream11 Prediction, UP-W vs DEL-W Dream11 Prediction, Today Match UP-W vs DEL-W, UP-W vs DEL-W Prediction, UP-W vs DEL-W Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips, UP-W vs DEL-W Pitch Report, Today Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between UP Warriorz Women vs Delhi Capitals Women Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Disclaimer : The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.
Gold ETFs turned Rs 10,000 monthly SIP into over Rs 9 lakh in 5 years. Did you miss the gold rush?
HDFC Gold ETF and Axis Gold ETF grew a Rs 10,000 SIP to Rs 9.21 lakh and Rs 9.19 lakh, respectively, over five years. Aditya Birla SL and Kotak Gold ETFs reached Rs 9.16 lakh each, with XIRRs of 17.19% and 17.18%. Quantum Gold Fund hit Rs 9.15 lakh, while SBI Gold ETF followed at Rs 9.14 lakh.
Uday Kotak warns against protectionism, calls for competitive Indian industry
Uday Kotak warned against excessive protectionism, urging India to embrace competition instead of shielding domestic industries with high tariffs. While some protection is needed for emerging sectors, excessive barriers can stifle innovation, reduce productivity, and hinder India's integration into global supply chains, ultimately limiting long-term economic growth and competitiveness.
Markets rebound after falling in early trade on buying in bank stocks, fresh foreign fund inflows
From the Sensex pack, Zomato, Tata Steel, NTPC, IndusInd Bank, State Bank of India, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Titan, Axis Bank, Tata Motors and Bajaj Finance were among the biggest gainers
Man uses government ID & emblem on car, cheats people with job offers near Kotagiri in TN; arrested
NILGIRIS: Crime Branch Police on Monday night arrested a 40-year-old man at Kotagiri for allegedly cheating ten people of more than Rs 1 crore after promising to secure them government jobs. The suspect has been identified as Mano of Horasholai near Kotagiri. He told his victims that he was assistant director of Kotagiri panchayat. He was traced with the help of his mobile phone signals and arrested within six hours after collector Lakshmi Bhavya Tanneru, directed SP Nisha to investigate a petition submitted during the grievance redress meeting. The petitioner said he gave Rs 2.5 lakh hoping to get a job for his son in Kotagiri panchayat. Police said, Mano wore a fake government identity card and used the government emblem on his car. Mano had given fake orders that bore government seal appointing people to jobs such as office assistant in the panchayat. Later, Mano stopped answering their phone calls. After realising they have been cheated, one of the victims, Sathasivam, submitted a petition to the collector on Monday. , said a police officer. Nilgiris SP Nisha told TNIE that Mano had cheated several people in the last one year. Only ten people have lodged complaint, but we suspect there could be more. Some of Manos friends are also involved in the case, and we will arrest all of them soon. The people who lost money have requested the SP to take steps to recover it. Nisha advised people not to believe anyone who assures to secure government jobs and give money to them. People can lodge complaints against such people at 97898-00100 and 94981-01260.
GBS deaths: Report on doctors negligence sought
VIJAYAWADA: Minister for Health, Family Welfare & Medical Education Y Satya Kumar Yadav has sought a report from the Director of Medical Education (DME) on two suspected GBS deaths at the King George Hospital in Visakhapatnam and the Government General Hospital in Vijayawada. The Health Minister on Tuesday directed the DME to look into complaints of doctors negligence in treating the patients. Renuka Mohanti (63) of S Kota mandal in Vizianagaram district was admitted to the KGH with GBS symptoms on Sunday, and she died on Monday. She was reportedly administered immunoglobulin. However, her relatives alleged that she died due to negligence on the part of doctors. Denying the charge, the KGH Superintendent clarified that Renuka died of a heart attack. In another incident, Sunitha (35) of G Konduru mandal in NTR district died on Monday soon after being admitted to the GGH in Vijayawada. Her family members alleged that she died due to negligence of doctors. However, the GGH Superintendent clarified that she was suffering from diabetes for the past 15 years, and hypo thyroid for the past five years, and there was no negligence on the part of doctors in treating the patient. From January this year, 45 GBS cases have been reported in the State. On Tuesday, two patients with GBS symptoms were admitted to hospitals. At present, 19 patients are being treated for GBS at various hospitals in the State, revealed the health officials.
JP Morgan sets 26,500 year-end target for Nifty
Some of its top picks include Devyani International, Sapphire Foods, Westlife Development, Varun Beverages, Zomato, M&M, TVS Motor, Kotak Bank, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance, HDFC AMC, KFin Technologies, LIC Housing Finance, Shriram Finance, SBI Life Insurance, HDFC Life Insurance, ICICI Lombard General, Mankind Pharma, Max Healthcare, Rainbow Children's Medicare, Fortis Healthcare, DLF, Godrej Properties and Oberoi Realty.
Provisioning for NPAs up 20% in December, driven by sharp rise in private sector bank provisions
In the December quarter, nonperforming asset (NPA) provisions for 29 banks rose by 20% year-on-year, reaching Rs 23,298 crore, driven by a significant increase from private sector lenders. Public sector banks saw a record low in provisioning, continuing a decline for the tenth consecutive quarter. Notably, Axis Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank reported substantial hikes in provisions.
Leonard Peltier leaves prison after his sentence commuted in FBI agents murder case; details here
Leonard Peltier, 80, got released from the Florida prison on Tuesday, February 18. The member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa will serve the remainder of his two life sentences in home confinement in North Dakota. This comes after former US President Joe Biden commuted his life sentence to home confinement. Celebrating his return, people have arranged a house for him in the region where he will spend the rest of his life.
WPL 2025: Harmanpreet Kaur Lauds Bowlers As Mumbai Indians Secure First Win
The Mumbai Indians: Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Harmanpreet Kaur credited her teams disciplined execution after they secured their first victory of the 2025 Womens Premier League (WPL), defeating Gujarat Giants (GG) by five wickets at the Kotambi Stadium here on Tuesday. Chasing a modest target of 121, MI sealed the win with 23 balls to spare. The Mumbai Indians bowlers set the tone early, restricting GG to a below-par total of 120 in 20 overs. Hayley Matthews (3-16) led the attack, with Amelia Kerr (2-22) and Nat Sciver-Brunt (2-26) providing excellent support. Whatever we talked about in the team meetings, we executed. Really happy everything went according to our plans. The first six overs are very important. Our bowlers did a great job. We picked the right bowlers to bowl (in the first six overs) and that gave us a stable start, said Harmanpreet Kaur after the match. GGs batting lineup struggled from the outset, losing opener Beth Mooney for just one in the second over to Sciver-Brunt. Laura Wolvaardt followed soon after, dismissed for four by Shabnim Ismail. With wickets tumbling, Harleen Deol (32 off 31) was the only batter to show resistance. However, her dismissal in the 15th over sealed GGs fate, and the innings ended with a run-out at 120. Despite some early hiccups in the chase, MI remained in control. Hayley Matthews and Yastika Bhatia started cautiously, with Matthews finding an early boundary off Ashleigh Gardner but struggling against Tanuja Kanwers spin. Matthews was eventually dismissed for 17, caught at square leg. Sciver-Brunt then took charge, crafting a crucial 57 off 39 balls. Even as wickets fell including Harmanpreet Kaur for just four Sciver-Brunts composure ensured MI stayed on track. Her fifty came in style, with back-to-back boundaries off Gardner. We need to be more consistent. We have a great team, a balanced side and we need to keep doing the right things again and again, she added. Despite some early hiccups in the chase, MI remained in control. Hayley Matthews and Yastika Bhatia started cautiously, with Matthews finding an early boundary off Ashleigh Gardner but struggling against Tanuja Kanwers spin. Matthews was eventually dismissed for 17, caught at square leg. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
WPL 2025: GG's Skipper Gardner Calls For Stronger Opening Stand After Losing To MI
Gujarat Giants: Gujarat Giants (GG) skipper Ashleigh Gardner stressed the importance of a solid opening stand after her teams five-wicket loss to Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 2025 Womens Premier League (WPL) at the Kotambi Stadium here on Tuesday. Mumbai Indians chased down Gujarat Giants target of 121 with ease, winning with 23 balls to spare. We just lost wickets in clumps. We put a lot of onus on the top order to score a bulk of the runs but it wasn't to be (tonight). Wicket played differently to the other two, but I don't think we necessarily adjusted fast enough. It seemed to be a little bit faster in the first ten overs. There was a bit of turn when the spinners came on and bowled slower, Gardner said after the match. GGs opening duo, Laura Wolvaardt, and Beth Mooney, struggled to find momentum as MIs bowlers kept them in check. Mooney was dismissed for just 1 in the second over by Nat Sciver-Brunt, and Wolvaardt followed soon after for 4, caught at deep extra cover off Shabnim Ismail. The early setbacks left GG reeling, and despite a fighting 32 from Harleen Deol, they could only manage 120 before being bowled out in 20 overs. Along with Matthews stellar three-wicket haul, Amelia Kerr and Nat Sciver-Brunt were also key contributors to GGs downfall. Kerr finished with two wickets for 22 runs, while Sciver-Brunt added two wickets for 26 runs, dismissing both Mooney and Deol. They bowled well, and we did not adjust fast. (Conversations before the next game) We have a nice, little break. Lots of time to reset. We have been talking about resetting and taking each game as it comes. Lots of positives (to take from the first three games), we could have won two. Different players have stood up at different times and the younger players have stood up, which is great to see. It is awesome and you see the passion they bowl with. Their celebrations are awesome and special to captain them, knowing they are giving their 110 percent. Mumbais chase started cautiously, with Hayley Matthews and Yastika Bhatia navigating some tight bowling from GG. Matthews, after an initial boundary off Gardner, struggled against Tanuja Kanwers spin before finding some momentum. However, she fell for 17, caught by Harleen Deol at square leg. Sciver-Brunt then took charge, playing a match-winning knock of 57 off 39 balls. Despite wickets falling around her, including skipper Harmanpreet Kaur for just four runs, she kept MI on track. She reached her fifty in style with back-to-back boundaries off Gardner, before eventually playing one onto her stumps off Priya Mishra. Mumbais chase started cautiously, with Hayley Matthews and Yastika Bhatia navigating some tight bowling from GG. Matthews, after an initial boundary off Gardner, struggled against Tanuja Kanwers spin before finding some momentum. However, she fell for 17, caught by Harleen Deol at square leg. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
WPL 2025: Mumbai Indians Dominate With Ball As Gujarat Giants Fold For 120
Mumbai Indians: Mumbai Indians (MI) put in a clinical bowling performance to bowl out Gujarat Giants (GG) for just 120 runs in the fifth match of the third season of the Womens Premier League, at the Kotambi Stadium here on Tuesday. Led by the all-rounder Hayley Matthews, who picked up three wickets for 16 runs, Mumbai Indians' bowlers capitalised on early breakthroughs and tight lines, putting Gujarat Giants on the back foot throughout the innings. MI's bowlers were on point from the very start, with Nat Sciver-Brunt and Matthews providing early breakthroughs. Shabnam Ismail, bowling tightly, removed Laura Wolvaardt for just 4 runs, caught at deep extra cover. Gujarat Giants were asked to bat first and were immediately under pressure. The opening pair of Laura Wolvaardt and Beth Mooney struggled, with the latter dismissed for just 1-run in the second over by Sciver-Brunt. Matthews followed up with the key wicket of Dayalan Hemalatha (9), who had just hit a boundary, sending her back caught off a delivery that was cleverly bowled wide outside off. GGs woes continued as skipper Ashleigh Gardner (10) was dismissed, caught out trying to clear the ropes. Deandra Dottin's stumping off Amelia Kerr left GG in further trouble at 58/5 by the 10th over. With wickets falling regularly, it was left to Harleen Deol, who played a lone hand in the middle-order, hitting a couple of boundaries before she too was dismissed for 32 (31 balls), caught off Amanjot Kaur. Tanuja Kanwer showed some resistance with a boundary but fell shortly after for 13, leaving GG reeling. Sayali Satghare and Priya Mishra tried to salvage some pride in the final overs, with Satghare hitting a couple of boundaries, including a cut shot and a full toss through the gap between short third and backward point. Despite the late efforts, GG's tail could not capitalise, and the innings was wrapped up for just 120 runs off the last ball of the 20th over. A final run-out ended the innings, leaving MI in a commanding position as they have to chase down a modest target. Along with Matthews stellar three-wicket haul, Amelia Kerr and Nat Sciver-Brunt were also key contributors to GGs downfall. Kerr finished with two wickets for 22 runs, while Sciver-Brunt added two wickets for 26 runs, dismissing both Mooney and Deol. Brief scores: Along with Matthews stellar three-wicket haul, Amelia Kerr and Nat Sciver-Brunt were also key contributors to GGs downfall. Kerr finished with two wickets for 22 runs, while Sciver-Brunt added two wickets for 26 runs, dismissing both Mooney and Deol. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
Road To Viksit Bharat: Balance Sheets Of Indian Banks Will Change Kotak Mahindra CEO Explains Why
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GJ-W vs MI-W Dream11 Prediction Match 5, Tata WPL 2025
GJ-W vs MUM-W Match 5, TATA WPL 2025, Dream11 Prediction: The inaugural season winner, Mumbai Indians, didn't have a start that they would have wanted. They lost their opening clash against Delhi Capitals by just two runs. But they will be looking to bounce back here. MI-W are scheduled to face Gujarat Giants Women in match no. 5 of the TATA WPL 2025. This clash will take place at 7:30 PM IST on Tuesday at the Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. Harmanpreet Kaur and her team will look to get points from this clash. Meanwhile, Gujarat Giants Women are coming off a victory over UP Warriorz women and will be looking to maintain that form on Tuesday evening. GJ-W vs MUM-W Match 5: Match Details Date : February 18 (Tuesday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara GJ-W vs MUM-W Match 5 Live Streaming Details Fans can watch the live telecast of this game, which on the Star Sports Networks, while the live stream of this game will be provided on the Disney plus Hotstar app or website. GJ-W vs MUM-W: Head-to-Head In WPL Total Matches : 0 MUM-W : 0 GJ-W : 4 No Result : 0 GJ-W vs MUM-W: Ground Pitch Report The pitch has been pretty flat, and batters can enjoy batting here. However, bowlers have some good assistance in the first innings as the ball will skid on to the bat. Secondly, cutters and slower ones can stick to the surface. But if we look at this surface, it is ideal for batting, and chasing is preferable. GJ-W vs MUM-W: Predicted XIs: GJ Women: Beth Mooney (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Dayalan Hemalatha, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Deandra Dottin, Simran Shaikh, Harleen Deol, Tanuja Kanwar, Sayali Satghare, Kashvee Gautam, Priya Mishra MUM Women: Hayley Matthews, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Amelia Kerr, Sajeevan Sajana, Amanjot Kaur, Jintimani Kalita, Sanskriti Gupta, Shabnim Ismail, Saika Ishaque GJ-W vs MUM-W: Dream11 Team Wicket-keepers : Beth Mooney, Yastika Bhatia Batters : Laura Wolvaardt, Harmanpreet Kaur All-rounders : Ashleigh Gardner (Captain), Deandra Dottin, Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt (Vice Captain), Amelia Kerr Bowler s: Shabnim Ismail, Kashvee Gautam Dream11 Prediction: Gujarat Giants Women have never beaten Mumbai Indians Women in the WPL history. That will be on the minds of both sides. MUM-W struggled with the bat in the first innings while GUJ-W are coming off a good game, which is why we predict GJ-W to win here. GJ-W vs MUM-W Match 5 Dream11 Prediction, GJ-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction, Today Match GJ-W vs MUM-W, GJ-W vs MUM-W Prediction, GJ-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips, GJ-W vs MUM-W Pitch Report, Today Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between Gujarat Giants Women vs Mumbai Indians Women Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Disclaimer : The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.
Know Your Fund Manager: Harish Bihani, Senior Fund Manager - Equity, Kotak Mutual Fund
Harish Bihani, born in Kolkata, is a Senior Fund Manager at Kotak Mutual Fund, focusing on identifying companies with durability and growth potential. He manages Kotak Small Cap, Business Cycle, and Pioneer Funds with a combined AUM of around Rs 23,000 crore, emphasizing long-term value creation and strategic stock picking.
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Kotak Mahindra Bank cuts interest on savings account by 50 bps. Check here
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Udupi MP urges effective implementation of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme
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WPL 2025: Not too many stressful days like that, says Lanning after DCs last-ball win over MI
WPL 2025: Not too many stressful days like that, says Lanning after DCs last-ball win over MI Vadodara: Delhi Capitals captain Meg Lanning lauded her teams adaptability and crucial impact performances after their thrilling two-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians in the second match of the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2025 at Kotambi Stadium. In a [] The post WPL 2025: Not too many stressful days like that, says Lanning after DCs last-ball win over MI appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Ammonia gas leak at Kota fertilizer plant leaves dozens of school children ill
KOTA: Panic gripped parts of Kota, Rajasthan, on Saturday following a hazardous ammonia gas leak from the Chambal Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (CFCL) factory in Gadepan. The toxic gas spread to a nearby government higher secondary school, leaving numerous students struggling to breathe. Dozens fell ill, with several losing consciousness and others vomiting. A total of 25 students were reported to be unwell, and 14 were admitted to CFCLs hospital. Among them, six critically ill students were later referred to Kota District Hospital. The leak occurred during school hours when the children were attending their morning classes. The school, located just a stones throw from the factoryseparated by only a boundary wallwas immediately affected. Alarmed, worried parents rushed to the hospital, while some students received initial treatment at the CFCL plant's medical facility. Dr. R.K. Sharma from CFCLs hospital confirmed the admission of 14 children, with one staff member also affected. Thankfully, all the patients are now stable, he said. Early reports indicate that the incident began with an unusual smell in the area, noticed by local residents and students alike. Many students had earlier complained of dizziness and headaches, but the situation worsened rapidly around 11:30 a.m., when several children fainted. The school principal, Ranjana Sharma, reported that the gas leak happened at the time of the morning assembly. When CFCL management was contacted, they downplayed the situation, claiming that the gas release was part of a routine process and that any emission had been minimized. However, the gravity of the situation soon became clear as more students began collapsing, prompting the school administration to declare an immediate holiday. Deputy Superintendent of Police, Rajesh Dhaka, reported that the first signs of distress appeared around 10:30 a.m. when a few studentswho had stepped out to fetch waterbegan experiencing breathlessness upon returning to class. As the number of affected students swelled, efforts to transport them to medical care intensified. Hemant Kumar, a school employee, recounted the harrowing experience of transporting several students to the hospital. I carried children on my shoulders and made multiple trips to the hospital. Eventually, I began feeling dizzy and my throat burned, he said. District Collector Dr. Ravindra Goswami visited the affected areas, including the factory and local hospitals, and confirmed that the exact cause of the leak is yet to be determined. He assured that the Pollution Control Board has been notified and an investigation will be carried out. While CFCL has promised a thorough inquiry, local residents are up in arms, demanding immediate and strict action against the company. The incident has raised serious questions about the safety of children attending schools in proximity to industrial facilities. As the investigation unfolds, the key concern remains whether authorities will take meaningful action or if this incident will fade into the background, as so many others before it.
16 students fall sick after ammonia gas leak from fertilizer plant in Rajasthans Kota
The government senior secondary school and the plant of Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Limited share boundaries. The children complained of nausea and fainted after inhaling the gas just after the morning assembly ended. State Education Minister Madan Dilawar said the company will face action if negligence on its part is proved.
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Our govt committed to empower BCs, says CM Chandrababu Naidu
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu made it clear that there should be accountability for the funds being spent by the State government for the welfare of Backward Class students. Reviewing the welfare schemes being implemented by the BC Welfare Department at an official meeting at the State Secretariat on Friday, he said the repair works taken up at 660 government hostels at a cost of Rs 13.10 crore should be completed within six weeks. When officials informed the Chief Minister that plates, glasses, kitchen items and other such material were not supplied by the previous government to the inmates of hostels, and now steps are taken to supply these items at a cost of Rs 16 crore, Naidu directed them to complete the entire process by the third week of March. The Chief Minister gave his nod for immediate clearance of all the pending honorarium dues to tutors in 485 hostels amounting to Rs 4.35 crore, which includes Rs 2.02 crore till March last. When the officials informed that diet charges to the tune of Rs 185.27 crore are pending for students, Naidu gave the nod to pay Rs 110.52 crore along with pending cosmetic charges amounting to Rs 29 crore. He agreed to the proposal for the upgradation of BC Welfare Girls Schools at Nasanakota and Atmakur in Sri Sathya Sai district into Residential Colleges, and gave the green signal for setting up a BC Girls Residential School in Kuppam. The government is keen on reviving 34% quota for BCs in local bodies, and that this has been cleared by the Cabinet as promised during the NDA poll campaign, and if necessary the government is ready to wage a legal battle in this regard, he said.
Nilesh Shah is the chief executive officer of Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Co Ltd (AMC). The company manages assets worth Rs 2.97 trillion. Kotak Mahindra AMC is India's fifth largest mutual fund (MF) house.
Quality Power collects over Rs 386 crore from anchor investors, IPO opens for subscription
NEW DELHI, Feb 14:Quality Power, an energy transmission equipment and technologies company, said it has mobilised more than Rs 386 crore from anchor investors. Those who were allotted shares in the anchor round included LIC Mutual Fund (MF), Bank of India MF, Maybank Securities, Bengal Finance & Investments, Bharat Vaiue Fund, SBI General Insurance, India Inflection Opportunity Fund, Abans Finance and Kotak lconic Fund, among others, according to a circular uploaded on the BSE website. Overall, a total of [] The post Quality Power collects over Rs 386 crore from anchor investors, IPO opens for subscription appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ISRO Develops Large Propellant Mixer for Rockets
SRIHARIKOTA : The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully developed a powerful new propellant mixer for solid rocket motors. This 10-tonne mixer is a major achievement in improving India's space technology. Solid propellants are very important for rocket engines. Making them requires careful mixing of sensitive and dangerous ingredients. To increase production, the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota, along with the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) in Bengaluru, designed and built this large vertical mixer. ISRO called this a big technological success. It said the 10-tonne mixer is the largest solid propellant mixing machine in the world. The project was completed with help from universities and industries, and it has passed all factory tests. This high-capacity mixer will improve production speed, quality, and efficiency for making solid rocket motors. ISRO also said that India is working on many projects to develop critical space technologies and materials as part of its 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (self-reliant India) mission. The success of this mixer shows India's growing strength in technology and innovation. On Thursday, the 10-tonne vertical mixer was officially handed over to the Director of SDSC SHAR by the Director of CMTI in the presence of ISRO Chairperson V. Narayanan at CMTI, Bengaluru. The mixer is huge, weighing around 150 tonnes. It measures 5.4 meters in length, 3.3 meters in width, and 8.7 meters in height. It has multiple agitators that run on a hydrostatic system and can be controlled remotely using a PLC-based control system with SCADA stations. Solid fuel is key for India's space missions, as it powers rocket motors. To make this fuel, special machines are applied to carefully mix dangerous and sensitive materials. To increase production, Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SHAR) at ISRO has worked with the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute in Bangalore. This institute is a top research organization under the Ministry of Heavy Industries. They have successfully designed and built a 10-ton Vertical Planetary Mixer. This advanced machine helps in mixing solid fuel ingredients effectively, making it a big achievement in technology.
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu targets 20 per cent annual tourism growth
VIJAYAWADA: Directing officials of the Tourism Department to take all possible measures to ensure that tourists who visit Andhra Pradesh feel happy, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu instructed them to utilise all available resources to boost tourism in the State. Setting a target of 20% growth rate for the tourism sector for 2025-26, he said within six months of the TDP-led NDA coming to power, MoUs have been signed with several companies for Rs 1,217 crore investments. The Chief Minister held a review meeting at the State Secretariat on Thursday on tourism and cultural events, construction of hotel rooms, investments, land lease policy, and homestay. Informing that 11 tourism resort and hotel projects have been revived with an investment of Rs 45 crore in the last six months, Naidu said Annavaram temple has been selected under the Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive (PRASAD) of the Centre. Under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme, Gandikota and Akhanda Godavari have been selected, while Araku and Lambasingi under Swadesh Darshan 2.0 along with Ahobilam and Nagarjuna Sagar under the Challenge Based Destination Development scheme. The officials informed the Chief Minister that a Tourism Calendar is being designed for 2025-26 to attract tourists. Two key international events and 12 mega events are being planned as part of 37 tourism events. Naidu suggested that mega and key events be organised on university campuses, and musical shows be integrated with them. He was very particular that year-long programmes should be organised at Shilparamams in Visakhapatnam, Amaravati and Tirupati. He also asked them to do an exercise on the distribution of Nandi Awards. Gandikota, Kadapa Dargah, Vontimitta Ramalayam, Somasila, Srisailam and other places should be highlighted as major tourist destinations in the State. Traditional houses that are still existing in villages should be modernised and the quality of food at tourism hotels be improved further to attract tourists, he said. As majority of the people are still not aware that zoo parks are existing in Tirupati and Visakhapatnam, the zoos should be given wide publicity. An action plan should be evolved for the development of all these projects, and it should be ensured that tourists recognise Andhra Pradesh a Happy State within the next four months, he asserted. Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh, Tourism Development Corporation Chairman Nukasani Balaji and senior officials attended the review meeting.
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Three died, two injured as bus from Maha Kumbh rams into truck in Rajasthans Kota
It is suspected that the accident happened as the driver dozed off while driving. He fled from the scene after the accident, a police officer said
Three dead, two injured as bus returning from Mahakumbh rams into truck in Rajasthan
KOTA: A bus carrying 57 Mahakumbh pilgrims rammed into a truck on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway here, killing three people and injuring two on Thursday, police said. The pilgrims were returning to Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur after attending the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Paryagraj. The incident happened at around 6.30 am when the bus rammed into a truck which was parked on the side of the road near Karodia village in Kota district, Assistant Sub-Inspector Hariraj Singh said. MP native Kishorilal (60), his wife Kailashibai (54) and Ashok died on the spot while Chamanlal and Parvati sustained injuries, he said, adding that other passengers were safe. It is suspected that the accident happened as the driver dozed off while driving. He fled from the scene after the mishap, the ASI added. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem, he said, adding that the injured are undergoing treatment at Kota's MBS hospital.
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Soil nailing in progress on Kunjappanai-Kotagiri road to prevent landslips
COIMBATORE: After successfully implementing soil nailing technology to prevent landslides in Kodappamund, the Coimbatore State Highways Department officials have extended the procedure from Kunjappanai on Mettupalayam to Kotagiri Hill Road. As the work at these places commenced before the 14th hairpin bend near Kunjappanai a week ago, the officials have decided to finish the work within the next few months. The total project cost is estimated at Rs 4 crore, and this is the first time Coimbatore State Highways officials are carrying out this project on Kotagiri Road. Earlier it was carried out at Kodappamund and Bhakiya Nagar on Ooty to Kotagiri Road. An official from the state highways department, said, Earlier we used to construct retaining walls wherever landslides occurred. However, after carrying out a study, we have started implementing the soil-nailing method in hilly regions. When compared to earlier methods, we spend less than 50% of the funds on soil nailing as it is a modern technique of fixing reinforced steel bars into the soil by drilling. It is an eco-friendly method and is the best way to prevent landslides in the coming months in case of natural disasters. The official added, Due to climate change, Nilgiris continues to witness heavy rain, flood and landslide. Changes in land use patterns are major factors for this disaster. The Kotagiri-Mettupalayam road was badly damaged by a landslide in November 1891, and after that, there were no major damages. Soil-nailing technology is suitable for hilly regions, and we will ensure proper maintenance works are done so that motorists can pass the area without any hesitation of landslides.
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