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WPIL shares rally 10% as company board mulls stock split, dividend

Shares of industrial products firm WPIL Ltd. were in demand at Dalal Street on Thursday (May 9) ahead of its board meeting scheduled for May 25, 2024.The stock was trading with gains of 9.8% after the company announced that it would hold a board meeting to consider a final dividend as well as its earnings for the quarter that ended in March 31, 2024.Besides the earnings and dividend, the company will also consider a sub-division of equity...

Kulgam: Indian Army says 3 terrorists killed, 40-hour-long encounter concludes

Three terrorists have been killed in an encounter with security forces in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, the Indian Army said.

Russia backs India, lambasts US for accusing New Delhi of Pannun assassination plot

Russia came out in support of India and gave a strong rebuttal to the allegations made by the United States over the foiled assassination plot against pro-Khalistani extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The Russian Foreign Ministry not only rejected the American administration but also accused Washington of complicating the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.On Wednesday, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said that the United States has...

10-year-old boy runs foodcart in Delhi after father's death

A 10-year-old boy, Jaspreet Singh from Tilak Nagar in Delhi, goes to school by day and runs a food cart by night.

iQOO Z9X 5G will launch on May 16 and its battery, chipset and design details are already confirmed

iQOO has confirmed the launch of a new smartphone in India. The company will be unveiling the iQOO iQOO Z9X 5G on May 16. Ahead of the launch, its battery and chipset details have been confirmed.

Novak Djokovic Says He Is Building Up To Hit Top Form For French Open Title Defense At Grand Slam

Abbott India Declares Massive Dividend Payout: Check Amount And Date Of Record

The total payout will be based on the face value of Rs 10 per share.

Rome Open: Rafael Nadal Rallies Past Zizou Bergs to Enter Second Round in Italy

Rafael Nadal battled into the second round of the Rome Open on Thursday after bouncing back from a set down to beat qualifier Zizou Bergs 4-6, 6-3, 6-4.Clay court icon Nadal will face world number nine Hubert Hurkacz next as he continues his comeback from injury with a punishing match against his Belgian opponent which lasted nearly three hours.Also on Nadal’s side of the draw are last year’s winner, world number four Daniil Medvedev, and the...

Dorje Teas founder Sparsh Agarwal gets legal notice from Sony Pictures, says ‘Cracked down on every startup…’

Founder of Dorje Teas, Sparsh Agarwal, said he faces legal dispute with Sony Pictures Networks India over copyright breach, and expressed concern over notice as crackdown on Shark Tank startups, questions impact on startup ecosystem in India.

Air India Express Crew Ends Strike, Airline Agrees To Reinstate 25 Terminated Crew Members

Air India Express cabin crew members have decided to end their strike, and the airline has agreed to reinstate 25 staff members who were terminated, as per the sources. The strike, which began when some crew members reported sick in protest against alleged mismanagement within the airline, led to the cancellation of over 170 flights, affecting thousands of passengers. The decision to call off the strike and revoke the termination letters was...

Neuralink's brain chip encounters issues post surgery, says Elon Musk's company

Neuralink's chip in Noland Arbaugh faced post-surgery issues, but improvements led to better functionality. He can now control his laptop, play games, and browse the internet using his mind, reconnecting with the world after his spinal cord injury.

Rajinikanth spotted on a helicopter on the sets of Vettaiyan; fans wonder if it is for an aerial stunt

Rajinikanth was spotted on a helicopter on the sets of Vettaiyan, which has led to many speculations about the film.

Delhi Police Arrests 10 In Nationwide Operation Against Goldy Brar, Lawrence Bishnoi Associates

Investigations have revealed that the arrested individuals were connected through various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and other encrypted chat applications.

Tennessee Tornado: When Will Twister Hit Clarksville, Nashville, Springfield?

The National Weather Service (NWS) on Wednesday issued tornado warnings for several areas in Tennessee, including Nashville, Clarksville and Springfield. A twister was spotted in Clarksville earlier in the day, with locals posting videos of the large funnel on social media to warn others. Middle Tennessee is the most affected area by tornadoes on Wednesday.

After JJP writes to Haryana governor, CM Saini says ready for floor test

Three Independent MLAs had withdrawn support to the Nayab Singh Saini government in the state on Tuesday, reducing it to a minority in the assembly.

Bajrang Punia Suspended By United World Wrestling, Set To Miss Paris 2024 Olympics

Famous Indian wrestler and 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games gold medalist Bajrang Punia has been suspended by the United World Wrestling (UWW) in concern with the ongoing Doping Case, as the Olympic medalist has reportedly violated the Code of Conduct by not undergoing a Doping Test. As per the orders from NADA (National Anti Doping Agency), the wrestler was handed a provisional suspension on April 23 but despite of the NADA's take on the...

Tesla wanted to invest in Telangana, was pressured to...: Revanth Reddy

Revanth Reddy, in an exclusive interview to India Today TV, claimed that Tesla wanted to invest in Telangana but was "pressured" to shift to Gujarat.

New PlayStation 5 Pro leak hints at 45 per cent performance increase

According to Digital Foundry, the PlayStation 5 Pro might be approximately 45 per cent faster than the PlayStation 5.

DHSE Kerala Plus Two Result 2024 Live Updates: Kerala Board 12th Result Today At 3:00 PM on pareekshabhavan.kerala.gov.in

DHSE Kerala Plus Two Result 2024 Live Updates: Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan is set to announce the Kerala Plus 2 Result 2024 today May 9, 2024. The board conducted the class 12th exams from March 1 to March 26, 2024, while class 10th examinations were held between March 4 to March 25, 2024. The results will be released at a press conference at 3 pm, after which the results link will be activated on the board’s official website. Once released,...

TCS employee suspended after reporting security incident to company: ‘No one helping me at all’

Narrating the incident on Reddit, the employee wrote that his manager had asked staffers to use their personal laptops.

Firing at Salman Khan’s house: High court orders autopsy of accused’s body

The HC’s order came on a plea filed by the deceased’s mother, Reeta Devi, of Fazilka, who had approached the court stating that Anuj had been “eliminated under a conspiracy”. Seeking a fresh post-mortem examination, she had stated that the motive was to rule out any possibility of unfair play, enabling her to take recourse to appropriate remedies.

Heavy rain in Hyderabad triggers traffic nightmare, city grinds to a halt

The downpour in Hyderabad led to waterlogging on roads in various parts of the city, and several trees were uprooted.

Why Pakistan considers May 9 as its 'Black Day'

On the eve of the first year anniversary of the May 9 violence, Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari called the occasion a "dark day" in the country's history.To mark the first anniversary of the tragic day, Zardari shared a sombre message on X, formally known as Twitter. “May 9, 2023, will always be remembered as a dark day in Pakistan’s history when a politically instigated mob ran amok across the country, damaging public property and military...

Karnataka scraps four year degree programme, restricts to only three years

"Regarding allowing certificates after the first year and diploma after the 2nd year (multiple entry and exit), the government will decide on implementing the recommendations after the submission of the final report and not at this stage." said the Higher Education Department

Apple iPad 2024 event: 6 big announcements and one more thing you may have missed

Apple's 'Let Loose' event unveiled the latest advancements in iPad technology, including the M4 iPad Pro with a powerful new chip and stunning display, alongside the iPad Air 6 and innovative accessories like the Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard.

Real Madrid stage dramatic comeback against Bayern Munich to reach Champions League final

Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Bayern Munich in the Santiago Bernabeu, securing their place in the Champions League final. After trailing 0-1, Real's late surge, led by substitute Joselu, turned the tide of the match. Joselu's equalizer in the 88th minute and a second goal, initially ruled out for offside, were awarded following a VAR review.

CSK managing MS Dhoni's workload: Stephen Fleming on reduced batting role for ex-captain

IPL 2024, GT vs CSK: Chennai head coach Stephen Fleming played down injury concerns for MS Dhoni, explaining why the team has not been able to bat their former captain higher up the order.

Baidu's PR boss, who threatened to destroy workers' careers, has reportedly left the company

The Chinese internet giant's PR chief apologized after posting videos that demeaned workers who failed to comply with her extreme work expectations.

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IMD heatwave, rain ALERT across India: Check your region's weather forecast HERE

A western disturbance and cyclonic circulations over Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and other northern states are expected to bring scattered to widespread rainfall and thunderstorms from May 9th–13th. Duststorms and strong surface winds are also anticipated in various parts of Northwest India during this period.

Earth braces for geomagnetic storms. Three big eruptions on their way from Sun

This relentless barrage of charged particles and magnetic fields, propelled by the sunspot's immense size and complexity, poses a significant threat to Earth's geomagnetic environment.

Search operation expands in hunt for IAF convoy attackers on day 5

NEW DELHI: Search for the terrorists responsible for the attack on an Indian Air Force (IAF) convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch, which resulted in the death of a corporal, entered its fifth day on Wednesday even as photos of the alleged suspects were released.Efforts are being made to identify the terrorists, with three to four pictures of the su...

Joe Biden announces $3.3B investment from Microsoft for AI data center in Mount Pleasant

President Joe Biden was in Racine County Wednesday to announce a $3.3 billion investment by Microsoft to build an artificial intelligence data center on land once slated for development by Foxconn in Mount Pleasant. It’s a project that’s expected to bring 2,000 union construction jobs to the area by the end of the year as well as “provide long-term employment opportunities over the next several years,” according to a statement from Gov. Tony Evers.

Exclusive: BJP's Candidate Ujjwal Nikam's In Conversation With News18 | Lok Sabha Elections 2024

I must condemn the statements made by the Congress leader, Mr. Vijay Wadettiwar: 26/11 Advocate Ujjwal Nikam #LokSabhaElections2024 #BJP #UjjwalNikam #news18 n18oc_

Tamil Nadu bans 23 'ferocious' dog breeds

Tamil Nadu bans 23 'ferocious' dog breeds, including Pitbull terrier and Tosa Inu. In Chennai, a child was attacked by Rottweilers, leading to arrests. The civic body covers treatment costs and considers plastic surgery for the victim.

Israel says its ‘open for tourism’ & ‘completely safe’

NEW DELHI: Israel on Thursday said it is “now open for tourism.” For the past few months, conflict in the region with Israel at the centre of the same, had meant the country was virtually a no go for tourists. Flights to Tel Aviv were suspended and airlines are now resuming them. Air India will resume its five times weekly nonstops between Delhi an...

Reports of KL Rahul Stepping Down as LSG Captain 'All Rumours', 'Everything is Fine' With Sanjiv Goenka: Source

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka and skipper KL Rahul’s animated on-field chat went viral faster than their humiliating 10-wicket defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The viral video also fanned the speculative fire that the India star batter might quit captaincy.However, LSG sources on Thursday were quick to dispel all such reports, claiming that “everything is fine between the team and the owner”.Lucknow Super Giants had slumped...

OMEGA ropes in Neeraj Chopra as sporting ambassador

New Delhi, May 9 (PTI) Olympic and world championships gold medal-winning javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has been roped in as the sporting ambassador of Swiss luxury brand for watches OMEGA, which is also the Official Timekeeper for this year's Paris Olympics

WhatsApp Threatens to Leave India over Encryption Rules

WhatsApp has threatened to leave India amid a legal showdown with the government of India over the new IT rules issued in 2021. The rules require social media firms to find the "first originator" of information by breaking end-to-end encryption. WhatsApp has argued that breaking its end-to-end encryption would violate the fundamental right to privacy. It may also lead to similar demands and rules in other countries. WhatsApp has more than 400 million active monthly users in India and generates around $1 billion in revenue. Is WhatsApp serious about leaving India? What would be the impact? Palki Sharma tells you.

Manika Batra's sensational run at Grand Smash ends in quarterfinals

Manika Batra's campaign was highlighted by her stunning victory over world number two Wang Manyu in the second round, followed by a commanding triumph over Nina Mittelham, the world number 14. Her exceptional form continued as she swept past Mittelham with ease, showcasing her prowess on the table in a swift 22-minute encounter.

Wife of Jharkhand Minister's aide questioned after Rs 37 crore seized in ED raids

ED, in one of its biggest cash hauls, recovered over Rs 37 crore from multiple locations in Ranchi. Following the raids, Sanjiv Lal and his aide Jahangir were arrested.

Dorf Ketal Chemicals acquires US-based Impact Fluid Solutions

Dorf Ketal Chemicals India Private Limited, a global leader in the specialty chemicals industry, announced on May 9 it has acquired Impact Fluid Solutions, a premier provider of downhole fluid additives used in a range of industrial drilling applications. The financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed. Dorf Ketal Chemicals is a privately-owned global specialty chemicals company based in Mumbai, with operations in the Asia...

‘No relevant evidence shared by Canada’: MEA on 3 Indians arrested in Nijjar killing

As per Canadian police, Karan Brar (22), Kamalpreet Singh (22) and Karanpreet Singh (28), all Indian nationals residing in Edmonton, have been charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

Stock Market Today: Investors' Massive Loss After Market Meltdown, Rs 7.34 Lakh Crore Washed Away As Sensex Plunges Over 1,000 Points

​​​Throughout the trading session, it reached a low of 72,334.18 points, shedding 1,132.21 points or 1.54 per cent.

Ukraine updates: Drones hit Belgorod, Krasnodar in Russia

Russia reported drone attacks over Belgorod and Krasnodar, with the latter causing fuel depot fire. Ukraine intercepted drones over Odesa. And South Korea said it would keep a neutral stance on the conflict. DW has more.

2024 KCON Japan: Cha Eunwoo, Red Velvet, ILLIT, NCT Wish join weekend concert lineup; check schedule, streaming details

KCON Japan 2024 flaunts a star-studded lineup of rising K-pop talents: Boynextdoor, ILLIT, TWS, etc. Three-day concert weekend at Zozo Marine Stadium.

Alabama Tornado Tracker: Henagar, Scottsboro, Huntsville On Alert For 2nd Twister

The National Weather Service (NWS) late Wednesday issued a tornado emergency for several Alabama cities, including Henagar, Hammondville and Valley Head. A confirmed violent twister is on the ground in the area and residents have been asked to take shelter immediately. A life-threatening situation has been declared. According to local media reports, severe damage was reported in the Henagar area.

OpenAI developing a tool to spot deepfakes and AI-generated images- Check details

OpenAI announced the development of an AI image detection tool which will provide information about how the AI content was developed.

Kerala govt issues alert after rise in West Nile fever cases: Know the causes and symptoms of the disease

Let's understand what causes West Nile fever and the symptoms

PAK vs IRE: Mohammad Amir Gets Visa for Ireland, Set to Join Pakistan Side Ahead of 2nd T20I

Pakistan cricket authorities heaved a sigh of relief on Thursday after the Irish consulate issued visa to Mohammad Amir who is likely to join the team before the second T20I in Dublin on May 12.The first of the three T20Is will be played on Friday at the Clontaff ground.A PCB source said the board has been notified about Amir’s visa clearance and they are making travel arrangements for the left-arm pacer.Amir is currently in Lahore while the...