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Anant Ambani, Executive Director of Reliance Industries Limited, announced contributions totaling ₹18 crore for temple infrastructure and animal welfare initiatives in Kerala. This includes ₹6 crore for the Rajrajeshwaram and Guruvayur temples, and ₹12 crore toward restoring the historic East Gopuram at Rajrajeshwaram, as well as supporting the care of temple elephants at Guruvayur, according to ANI. During his visit to Rajrajeshwaram Temple in Taliparamba on 2 April, Anant Ambani made traditional offerings including Ponnumkudam, Pattam, Thaali, Neyyamrutu, and performed Ashwamedha Namaskaram. He also handed over a cheque of ₹3 crore toward ongoing renovation efforts. The East Gopuram, which has…
Allu Arjun’s estimated net worth is around ₹460 crore, according to the Times of India, placing him among the top earners in Telugu cinema. His wealth extends far beyond his acting fees, as he has strategically invested in multiple business ventures, production houses, and real estate, creating a diversified portfolio that supplements his film earnings. In 2022, he launched Allu Studios in Hyderabad, a production facility designed to support both his projects and other cinematic ventures. He is also closely connected to his family-owned production banner, Geeta Arts, which has been behind several major hits in Telugu cinema. These ventures have given him…
On Tuesday, the Air India Group announced that Air India and Air India Express will operate several scheduled and unscheduled flights to and from West Asia on Wednesday, 8 April. According to a statement posted on X, the Tata Group-owned airline will run ad-hoc services connecting Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Sharjah in the UAE with Delhi, Mumbai, Kochi, and other major Indian cities. Air India noted that these flights will operate “subject to slot availability and other conditions at the departure airports.” Scheduled flights:Air India’s regular services will link Muscat and Jeddah with Delhi, Mumbai, and other…
Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire and will begin negotiations with the United States on Friday in Islamabad, Pakistan. The decision follows US President Donald Trump’s announcement that Washington would pause attacks if Tehran fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s foreign minister stated that safe passage through the strategic waterway would be allowed during this period, coordinated with its armed forces. Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed the ceasefire, calling for it to hold and lead to a broader resolution. He reiterated Australia’s long-standing position urging de-escalation, warning that prolonged conflict threatens global economic stability. Albanese also acknowledged…
A clean-tech startup, Greenvize, claims to offer a solution to rising LPG prices by enabling cooking using hydrogen generated from water. The company says it has developed an advanced stove based on this technology. The system works using a Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyser, which splits water into hydrogen and oxygen to produce fuel for cooking. According to the company, the stove is highly cost-efficient. With just 100 ml of distilled water and 1 kWh of electricity, it can support continuous cooking for up to six hours. The process is also environmentally friendly, as it releases only water vapour during cooking, making it a…
India’s digital payments ecosystem reached a new milestone in 2025, with Unified Payments Interface (UPI) processing 228.5 billion transactions, marking a 33% year-on-year growth. The total transaction value touched nearly ₹299.7 trillion, underlining UPI’s dominance as the backbone of everyday digital payments in the country. The surge reflects a growing shift toward small-value, high-frequency transactions, as UPI continues to replace cash for daily purchases across cities and smaller towns. Merchant adoption also expanded rapidly, with QR code infrastructure and digital acceptance networks growing significantly, enabling even small businesses to go cashless. Meanwhile, Bharat BillPay transactions rose 40% year-on-year, highlighting increasing adoption of automated and recurring digital payments such…
India plans to increase the adoption of electric cooking stoves as households face LPG shortages caused by ongoing tensions in West Asia. The government is exploring financial support models, including zero-interest loans through state-run Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL). Expanding the National Efficient Cooking Programme The three-year-old National Efficient Cooking Programme (NECP) may be redesigned to meet rising demand. A proposed model could have a third party, such as a multilateral financial institution, subsidize interest on EMIs, reducing the cost for lower-income consumers. Currently, the NECP does not offer interest subsidies. Financing Discussions EESL is reportedly in talks with institutions…
India has achieved a significant breakthrough in its nuclear energy programme as the indigenously designed Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, reached criticality. Prime Minister Hails Achievement Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the development a defining step in India’s civil nuclear journey, advancing the second stage of the country’s three-stage nuclear programme. He highlighted that the PFBR can produce more fuel than it consumes, underscoring India’s scientific and engineering capabilities. The milestone also moves the nation closer to utilizing its abundant thorium reserves in the third stage. PM Modi congratulated the scientists and engineers who contributed to…
The government has increased the supply of small 5-kg LPG cylinders nationwide, allowing consumers to buy them easily at authorised distributors by showing a valid ID. This step comes amid rising demand and supply pressures due to ongoing West Asia tensions affecting energy logistics. No Address Proof Needed The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has clarified that 5-kg free trade LPG (FTL) cylinders can be purchased without submitting any proof of address. Consumers only need a valid government-issued ID such as: No extra paperwork or address verification is required, simplifying access for migrant workers and others without permanent addresses.…
Bangladesh’s newly elected BNP government has initiated its first high-level diplomatic outreach with India, as Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman arrived in Delhi. This marks the first major political engagement with India since Prime Minister Tariq Rahman’s government assumed office in February. The minister is in India for a two-day official visit. Meeting with National Security AdvisersKhalilur Rahman, who served as the National Security Adviser during the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, is scheduled to meet Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval. The two had previously held discussions in Delhi last November. Official Talks with Foreign Minister S. JaishankarOn Wednesday,…