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Jio Financial Services Q4 results: Net profit dips 14% to ₹272 crore
The company declared a dividend of Rs 0.60 per equity share of ₹10 each for the financial year ended March 31, 2026
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Uber boosts stake in Delivery Hero with €270 million share purchase
Prosus sells 4.5% stake in Delivery Hero to Uber as it trims holdings to meet EU conditions tied to its Just Eat Takeaway acquisition
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Centre relaxes wheat procurement norms for Punjab for 2026-27 season
As per the new parameters, FCI will now accept wheat with 70 per cent lustre loss and 15 per cent shrivelled grains in Punjab, as against the existing quality standard of 6 per cent shrivelled grains
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Parliamentary panel flags fund parking and DBT lapses in education scheme
PAC report points to fund parking outside government accounts and delays in direct transfers under scholarship scheme, urging stronger oversight and DBT compliance
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India's projects economy is going digital, and that changes everything
As India enters a massive infrastructure build-out phase, digital tools, startups and data-driven systems are transforming project execution, improving efficiency and reshaping the construction ecosys
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Judges must rise above personal faith in religious matters: SC Bench
Top court says adjudication in religious matters must be guided by constitutional principles, not personal beliefs, during Sabarimala-related hearings
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Oil prices slump further after Iran's Araghchi declares Hormuz Strait open
Oil prices drop as Iran signals Strait of Hormuz remains open, easing supply fears amid US-Iran talks, though uncertainty over war and recovery keeps markets volatile
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IPL 2026 Today's Match: GT vs KKR playing 11, batters vs bowlers matchups
Kolkata Knight Riders have had a tough season so far and are still searching for their first win. They currently sit at the bottom of the table after five matches.
GT vs KKR Live streaming details: Where to watch today's IPL 2026 match?
Fans can watch the live streaming of the match on JioHotstar via its app and website in India.
IPL 2026: GT vs KKR Playing 11, live toss and match time, streaming
Kolkata Knight Riders have endured a difficult campaign so far. Still searching for their first win, they sit at the bottom of the points table after five matches.
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IPL 2026 GT vs KKR: Pitch report, highest score, Ahmedabad Stadium stats
KKR are struggling at the bottom of the table, having lost all four matches so far.
Nominee vs legal heir: Why your PF, gratuity may not go where you think
Nomination enables payout, but ownership follows the will or succession law, says expert
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Mukesh Ambani's telecom firm Jio Platforms may file for IPO next month
Reliance may file Jio Platforms IPO papers in May after delay due to market volatility, with full-year earnings expected to strengthen India's biggest-ever listing
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NPSPL to set up ₹2,550 cr cathode material project in Andhra Pradesh
Project to localise key lithium-ion battery component, strengthen EV and electronics supply chains, and position Andhra Pradesh as a hub for advanced manufacturing
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RBI mops up ₹2 trillion through VRRR auction amid surplus liquidity
Central bank absorbs surplus liquidity as banks bid Rs 2.28 trillion in VRRR auction, reflecting robust demand amid easing liquidity conditions
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Star hotels in Goa self-downgrading to avoid higher fees: Minister Khaunte
Goa flags hotels downgrading star categories to cut fees; govt orders inspections and hints at action against officials over revenue loss
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India's smartphone shipments drop 3% in Jan-Mar, weakest in six years
The quarter also reflected a phased flagship rollout and continued portfolio optimisation across price segments
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Irdai seeks detailed data on distributor commission of life insurers
Insurance companies have shared the data on distributor commissions with Irdai as the regulator reviews distribution models amid concerns over high costs but are yet to get a response
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Angel One shares gain 8% on healthy Q4 show; PAT up 84% YoY, revenue 38%
The buying on the counter came after Angel One posted its January-March quarter (Q4FY26) results on Thursday, after market hours
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Credit growth outpaces deposit mobilisation in FY26 despite easing
Bank credit growth continued to exceed deposit mobilisation in FY26, highlighting persistent funding pressures for lenders despite a year-on-year improvement in both metrics
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