Category: India

Mumbai: Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp rally on Wednesday as strong buying across sectors lifted benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty in early trade. The surge added nearly ₹6 lakh crore to investors’ wealth within minutes of the market opening. The BSE Sensex jumped 1,328 points to reach 82,435, while the NSE Nifty climbed 360 points to trade at 25,404 during early trading. The broad-based rally pushed the combined market capitalisation of companies listed on the BSE from around ₹506 lakh crore to more than ₹512 lakh crore, marking a…

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New Delhi: Mother Dairy has announced a hike of ₹2 to ₹4 per litre in the prices of its milk products, adding to household expenses shortly after the festive season. According to a report by news agency PTI, the revised prices will come into effect from Thursday in the Delhi-NCR region. The price revision is expected to affect thousands of households that depend on Mother Dairy for their daily milk requirements. The company had last revised milk prices on May 14, 2026, while the previous increase took place in April…

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Mumbai: India’s no 1 female DJ, DJ Rink, who has been ruling the decks for over 20 years, has done more than 2,400 shows across the globe. She has established herself in a field that has traditionally been male-dominated. On the occasion of Diwali, DJ Rink opens up about how the festival has evolved in meaning for her, balancing work with celebrations and the importance of staying true to oneself. Talking about how her understanding of Diwali has changed over the years, she says, “Yes, the meaning has definitely changed…

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A Major Initiative by Rohan Shukla in Support of Farmers ₹51 Lakh Assistance Announced for Farmers Battling Drought in Maharashtra  Mumbai (Anil Bedag): The true identity of an organisation is defined not merely by its business success, major projects or financial achievements, but also by its sense of social responsibility and willingness to stand with communities in times of need. Upholding this philosophy, DGS Group, an emerging name in the real estate sector, has taken a commendable initiative to support farmers affected by drought in Maharashtra. Farmers across various parts…

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Mumbai (Anil Bedag): Prime Fresh Limited, a rapidly emerging player in the agriculture and food supply chain sector, has reported an impressive financial performance for the second quarter and first half of FY27. The company’s growth momentum was driven by improved operational efficiency, favourable market conditions and a stronger product mix. During the second quarter, the company’s revenue from operations increased by 21.1% year-on-year to ₹80.39 crore. EBITDA registered a robust growth of 71.2% to ₹6.99 crore, while Profit After Tax (PAT) surged 54.7% to ₹4.83 crore. The company continued…

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Lucknow: Shoppers Stop, one of India’s premium fashion, beauty and gifting destinations, unveiled its festive fashion collection through a special showcase at Phoenix Palassio in Lucknow. The event presented a curated range of outfits for different Diwali celebrations, combining contemporary fashion trends with traditional Indian styles. Inspired by the various moods and occasions associated with Diwali, the collection featured four distinct fashion themes, offering styling options for everything from festive homecomings to family gatherings and grand celebrations. The ‘Diwali Homecoming’ theme featured casual western wear, reflecting the excitement of returning…

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Kukuwar gram panchayat in Patti block gets functional household tap connections, easing water shortages and reducing dependence on traditional sources Pratapgarh: The Jal Jeevan Mission is bringing significant changes to rural communities in Uttar Pradesh, with Kukuwar gram panchayat in Patti development block of Pratapgarh district emerging as an example of improved access to safe drinking water. For years, residents of Kukuwar faced severe water shortages during the summer months as falling groundwater levels left hand pumps and wells largely unusable. Women and girls, in particular, had to travel long…

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Lucknow: Former Uttar Pradesh Acting Chief Minister and National President of the All India Minorities Forum for Democracy, Dr Ammar Rizvi, met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at his residence at 17 Akbar Road in New Delhi. During the meeting, Rizvi extended Diwali greetings to the minister and congratulated him on the efforts being made to strengthen India’s self-reliance. The discussions covered development-related issues concerning Sitapur and other parts of Uttar Pradesh. Rizvi thanked the government for approving a railway overbridge (ROB) on the Lucknow-Mahmoodabad road at an estimated cost of…

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Meeting focuses on expanding laboratory network, faster approvals and improved testing standards to help exporters meet international quality requirements Lucknow: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has initiated consultations with industry stakeholders to strengthen laboratory testing infrastructure and improve the quality and competitiveness of agricultural exports from Uttar Pradesh. The consultation meeting was held under the leadership of B.L. Meena, Chairman of the Board of Revenue and Additional Chief Executive in the Horticulture and Agro-Food Processing Department. Officials, exporters and industry representatives participated in discussions on…

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Prime Minister visits CoBRA operations base in Chhattisgarh; describes Diwali 2026 as a historic occasion following the elimination of Naxalism from the country’s districts Jagdalpur/Raipur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region on Sunday, continuing his tradition of spending the festival with members of the armed and security forces. This marked the 13th consecutive year that he celebrated Diwali with personnel serving the country. The visit carried special significance this year, as Modi described Diwali 2026 as the first such celebration following the elimination…

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