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'Emotional bonding strengthened in families during COVID': PM Modi

New Delhi, Apr 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that COVID-19 pandemic has strengthened emotional bonding in families and urged social science students and universities to carry out research on the family life during pandemic. "COVID pandemic gave us an opportunity to know ourselves a little better and look within. Though it forced us to ensure social distancing but it strengthen emotional bonding in families. I would want social science students and universities should research the family life during COVID pandemic," said PM Modi during virtual 'Pariksha Pe Charcha 2021.'

Forbes list: Global, India's top-10 richest billionaires & their net worth

Forbes' annual world's billionaires list includes a record-breaking 2,755 billionaires. Amazon.com Inc founder Jeff Bezos has once again topped it for the fourth consecutive year. Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk jumped into the second spot on the list, up from 31st last year. With an estimated net worth of $84.5 billion, Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s richest man, is ranked at number 10. He surged ahead of Jack Ma of China, Asia’s richest person a year ago, whose rank dropped to 26 despite a near $10-billion jump in his fortune at $48.4 billion. Gautam Adani is the second richest Indian on the Forbes list. Watch the video for the full list of global and India's richest.

RBI retains GDP forecast amid Covid surge: Key announcements in 11 points

The Reserve Bank of India has retained the economic growth projection for the current financial year at 10.5%. In a statement after the first Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said the recent surge in Covid-19 infections adds uncertainty to the domestic growth outlook amidst tightening of restrictions by some state governments. In this comprehensive video, we have compiled all the important announcements in eleven different points. Watch it now.

Delhi govt increased over 2000 COVID beds in 3 days: Satyendar Jain

New Delhi, Apr 07 (ANI): With the spike of COVID-19 cases in Delhi, Health Minister Satyendar Jain informed that Delhi government has increased 2000 beds in hospitals in the last 3 days. "In the last 3 days, more than 2000 beds have been increased in hospitals. I would like to appeal to the public to wear masks and maintain social distancing and wash hands before touching," the minister said. "5100 positive cases reported and 1,30,453 testing done on Apr 06. 4.93% increase in positivity rate but cases have increased these days," he added.

Bijapur naxal attack: Captive CPRF jawan's family urges govt for his release

Jammu, Apr 07 (ANI): The family of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan Rakeshwar Singh Manhas, who was part of the party that was attacked by Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur and has been held captive by them, requested the government to take action and to ensure his release. His wife said, "If a jawan reports to his duty a day after his leave ends then action is taken against him. Now that a jawan is missing since April 3 no action has been taken by government. We want government to search for a mediator so that he is released." Communist Party of India (Maoist) released a statement and confirmed abduction of the CRPF jawan during the encounter that happened on April 03 in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur.

Chhattisgarh Naxal attack: Slain CRPF jawan's body reaches home in Tripura

Agartala (Tripura), April 7 (ANI): The mortal remains of slain CRPF jawan Shambhu Roy reached his home state Tripura on April 6. Shambhu was killed in the fierce encounter with the Naxals in Chhattisgarh on April 3 along with 22 personnel. MP from West Tripura Pratima Bhowmick, MLA Dr. Dilip Das, CRPF IG (Tripura) Satpal Rawat among others paid tribute to martyred Shambhu Roy. After paying full gun honour salute by CRPF with barrels downward, the body of the martyr left for his ancestral house at Bhagyapur village in North Tripura district.

Chenab Arch Bridge: World's highest & 30 metres higher than Eiffel Tower

With the completion of its majestic arches, the construction of the iconic Chenab Arch Bridge, which will soar 359 metres above the bed of the river and will be 30 metres higher than the Eiffel Tower in Paris, has reached another milestone. The bridge, which will be the world's highest bridge once completed in December, will provide all-weather connectivity to Kashmir with the rest of the country seamlessly. It is part of an ambitious 272-km rail link project in Kashmir, which is being constructed by the Northern Railway at an estimated cost of Rs 28,000 crore to connect the valley to the rest of the country. Watch the video to know more.

RBI projects CPI inflation for 2021-22 under 5%

Mumbai, Apr 07 (ANI): Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on April 07 announced revised projection for CPI inflation of financial year 2021-22. "The projection for CPI inflation has been revised to 5% in Q4 of 2021, 5.2%, in Q1 of 2021-22, 5.2% also in Q2 of 2021-22, 4.4% in Q3, and 5.1% in Q4 with risks broadly balanced. On March 31, 2021, the government retained the inflation target at 4% with the lower and upper tolerance levels of 2% and 6%, respectively, for the next five years that is from April 2021 to March 2026. An inflation rate of 4% over the medium term has now been successfully entranced the economic landscape," said RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.

RBI retains GDP growth projection for 2021-22 at 10.5%

Mumbai, Apr 07 (ANI): Keeping current situation of COVID-19 in notice, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) decided to retain real GDP growth for 2021-22 at 10.5%. "The recent surge in COVID-19 cases adds uncertainty to the domestic growth outlook amid tightening of restrictions by some state governments. The projection of real GDP growth for 2021-22 is retained at 10.5%," said RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.

COVID update: India records highest ever spike of 1.15 lakh cases

New Delhi, Apr 07 (ANI): The COVID-19 cases continued to surge in India and 1,15,736 new cases reported in the country on Apr 07. The country's COVID caseload stood at 1,28,01,785 and currently there are 8,43,473 active cases in India . 59,856 people were discharged in last 24 hours taking total recoveries to 1,17,92,135. With 630 new deaths, death toll mounts to 1,66,177. According to Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), 25,14,39,598 samples tested for COVID-19, up to April 06. The COVID vaccination drive is underway across country. So far 8,70,77,474 COVID vaccine jabs have been inoculated.

RBI Monetary Policy announcements: Highlights of Shaktikanta Das speech

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has expectedly left interest rates unchanged and maintained an accommodative stance as the economy faces a renewed threat to growth due to the resurgence of coronavirus cases. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) also kept its estimate for economic growth unchanged at 10.5 per cent for the current fiscal. Watch the video for the major highlights of RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das's statement on policy.

Small savings: Schemes with best returns and other key investment tips

The slashing of interest rates on small-savings instruments, and then the overnight reversal of the decision, has left investors bewildered. It has also led many to believe that the respite may only be temporary. Most experts, too, believe it is only a matter of time before small-savings instruments’ above-market returns are pruned. So, should you invest in small savings schemes? Business Standard's Sanjay Singh explains the small-savings options that are attractive and what experts are predicting regarding changes in interest rates

Sukma encounter: Mortal remains of CRPF jawan brought to hometown Vizianagaram

Vizianagaram (Andhra Pradesh), April 06 (ANI): Mortal remains of CRPF jawan Routhu Jagadish were brought to his native place in Andhra Pradesh's Vizianagaram on April 05. He lost his life in an encounter with Naxals at the Sukma-Bijapur border in Chhattisgarh on April 3. Large number of people came to pay floral tribute to the slain soldier. In the deadly Naxals attack, at least 22 security personnel were killed, and around 32 sustained injuries in the encounter.

LG announces it's exiting the smartphone business

New Delhi, April 06 (ANI): South Korean multinational electronics company LG recently confirmed that it will be exiting the smartphone business. The company's existing phones will remain on sale, and it will continue to support its products "for a period of time which will vary by region." According to The Verge, LG said in a statement that this decision will "enable the company to focus resources in growth areas such as electric vehicle components, connected devices, smart homes, robotics, artificial intelligence and business-to-business solutions, as well as platforms and services." The company has yet not said anything about the possible layoffs due to this decision, except that "details related to employment will be determined at the local level." LG said that it expects to complete the smartphone business' closure by the end of July this year. Following the division's huge losses over the past five years, this move had been rumoured for several months now. Once considered a rival

CM Shivraj holds roadshow to raise awareness over COVID appropriate behaviour in Bhopal

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), April 06 (ANI): As the coronavirus cases rise in Madhya Pradesh, state Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a roadshow to raise awareness over COVID appropriate behaviour in Bhopal on April 05. During the roadshow, CM Shivraj appealed to the people to wear masks. MP has reported over 3,300 fresh COVID-19 cases on April 05.

UDF confident of clear victory in Kerala: Shashi Tharoor

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Apr 05 (ANI): On the eve of single-phase elections in Kerala, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor confidently said that United Democratic Front (UDF) is coming as a force in the southern state of India. "I have campaigned in 56 constituencies. What I have seen on the ground has convinced me that the momentum is with the UDF. We are assured of very clear victory. BJP is barely competitive in 5 or 6 seats," said Shashi Tharoor. Kerala state assembly elections will be held in a single phase on April 06.

Nearly 100 students found COVID positive in Himachal School

Chamba (Himachal Pradesh), April 5 (ANI): 99 students of a private school in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district have been tested positive for coronavirus. Moreover, some teachers and staff members have also contracted the virus, taking the cumulative figure at the school to 158. Dr. Rajesh Guleri, Chief Medical Officer, Chamba on April 5 urged 45 years age group to get vaccinated at the nearest medical center. He further directed people to follow COVID-appropriate behaviors.

Bengal polls: Jaya Bachchan campaigns for TMC's Aroop Biswas

Kolkata, Apr 05 (ANI): Ahead of Assembly elections for phase III in West Bengal, Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan held a roadshow in Tollygunge supporting TMC candidate Aroop Biswas. SP led by its chief Akhilesh Yadav has pledged support to the TMC for the ongoing assembly elections in West Bengal.

Will welcome surrendered Naxals, but no option if you have weapons: Amit Shah

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh), Apr 05 (ANI): While addressing Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Bijapur, days after Naxal attack which left 22 security personnel dead and over 30 injured, Home Minister Amit Shah motivated the jawans and also said the government will welcome those who wish to surrender, but will have no option left for Naxalites who continue fight with weapons. "When a friend leaves us and goes we do feel sad. But the poor of this area is devoid of development due to Naxal issue. We welcome those who want to surrender and come to us but we'll have no option if you have weapons in hands," said HM Shah. He added, "Government of India understands all your problems and is firmly standing with you in this fight. We will address all the loopholes as early as possible."

Chhattisgarh Naxal attack: HM Shah meets injured security personnel

Bijapur/Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Apr 05 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah met injured jawans in Naxal attack at Ramkrishna Care hospital in Chhattisgarh's Raipur on April 05. He also met CRPF personnel at CRPF camp in Bijapur. In a horrific incident, at least 22 security personnel were killed, over 30 injured and one went missing in exchange of fire between forces and Naxals along Bijapur-Sukma border.