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5 hours ago
- Politics
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CPI pays tributes to former Kerala CM Achuthanandan
Agency: PTI New Delhi, Jul 21 (PTI) The CPI expressed condolences on Monday on the passing of veteran Communist leader and former Kerala chief minister V S Achuthanandan. In a statement shared on X, Communist Party of India (CPI) general secretary D Raja said with Achuthanandan's demise at the age of 101, an era in India's Left and democratic movement comes to a close. 'Comrade Achuthanandan's political journey, spanning more than eight decades, stands as a testament to unwavering commitment to the ideals of socialism, secularism, and people's rights," Raja said. He said Achuthanandan was widely respected across party lines and by the people of Kerala. 'The CPI pays homage to Comrade V S Achuthanandan's eventful life and legacy. His principled life, simplicity, and dedication to the people will remain an inspiration to the coming generations," Raja said. 'The CPI extends its deep condolences to his family, friends, admirers and to the CPI(M)," he added. Achuthanandan, one of India's most-respected Left leaders and a key figure in Kerala's political history, died on Monday at the age of 101, Communist Party of India (Marxist) state secretary M V Govindan said. The veteran leader died in a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram while undergoing treatment following a cardiac arrest. PTI AO RC (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 22:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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7 hours ago
- Business
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PNB Housing Finance Q1 net profit rises 23 pc to Rs 534 crore
New Delhi, Jul 21 (PTI) PNB Housing Finance on Monday reported a 23 per cent increase in its net profit to Rs 534 crore for the first quarter ended June 2025. The housing finance firm had earned a net profit of Rs 433 crore in the same quarter of the previous year. The company's total income for the quarter grew to Rs 2,082 crore from Rs 1,832 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year, PNB Housing Finance said in a regulatory filing. Interest income for the quarter was higher at Rs 1,980 crore compared to Rs 1,739 crore a year ago. The net interest income also saw a 17 per cent rise to Rs 760 crore at the end of Q1 2025 against Rs 651 crore in the year-ago quarter. The net interest margin increased to 3.75 per cent compared to 3.65 per cent in the first quarter of the previous year. The gross Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) of the company decreased to 1.06 per cent from 1.3 per cent at the end of June 2024. The company's capital adequacy ratio stood at 29.68 per cent as of June 30, 2025, of which Tier I capital is 28.96 per cent and Tier II is 0.72 per cent compared to 29.50 per cent as of June 30, 2024, of which Tier I capital is 28.43 per cent, it added. PTI DP DP BAL BAL view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 20:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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9 hours ago
- Politics
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Mizoram launches digital platform to connect, engage with global Mizo diaspora
Aizawl, Jul 21 (PTI) Mizoram on Monday unveiled Mizo DiasporaHub, a comprehensive digital platform to connect and coordinate as well as foster ethnic ties among different Mizo communities living in different parts of the world. The portal developed jointly Mizo Diaspora Cell and LushAITech was launched by Chief Minister Lalduhoma. The launch comes at a time when more Mizo people from different states and countries, especially Myanmar, are migrating to India and abroad. Launching the platform, Lalduhoma said his government aims to strengthen bonds among Mizos through the platform. Citing that strong and sustained engagement with Mizo communities abroad is vital, he urged all Mizo welfare associations and groups around the world to register in the portal and make use of it. He said the Mizo Diaspora Cell, formed last year from the Chief Minister's Office, will coordinate support and maintain connections with Mizos living abroad. 'The Mizoram government is ready to extend help to those in need, especially those in difficult situations in foreign countries," the CM added. State commissioner and secretary to the chief minister Vanlaldina, who is also the chairman of Mizo Diaspora Cell, said the cell was formed on 11 June last year with an initial mandate to track and respond to the challenges faced by Mizoram communities living in foreign countries. According to officials, the newly launched Mizo DiasporaHub is now open for registration by Mizo welfare associations, and individual registration will begin soon. PTI CORR MNB (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 18:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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9 hours ago
- Entertainment
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Hyderabad: ED summons 4 actors in online betting linked PMLA case
Hyderabad, Jul 21 (PTI) The Enforcement Directorate has summoned actors Rana Daggubati, Prakash Raj, Vijay Deverakonda and Lakshmi Manchu for questioning in a money laundering case linked to illegal online betting and gambling by certain platforms, official sources said on Monday. The federal probe agency has asked Daggubati (40) to appear before its zonal office in Hyderabad on July 23. Raj (60) has been summoned on July 30, Deverakonda (36) on August 6 and Lakshmi (47) on August 13, the sources said, adding they had 'endorsed" online betting apps allegedly involved in generating 'illicit" funds. Once they appear, the agency will record their statements under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), they said. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken cognisance of as many as five state police FIRs to register its case against these actors and a number of other celebrities and social media influencers. These individuals are suspected to have 'endorsed" online betting apps like Junglee Rummy, JeetWin, Lotus365, etc, for celebrity or endorsement fee, according to ED sources. Some of these 'well-known" persons, the sources said, have earlier stated that they did not know the exact functioning of the apps and products dished out by them and claimed that they did not associate themselves with these platforms for any wrongdoing or illegal activity like betting. PTI NES RT RT RT (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 17:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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11 hours ago
- Climate
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Trouble Loading For India In Manchester: Pictures Of Old Trafford Pitch Goes Viral
Last Updated: Rain in Manchester has left the pitch damp despite Monday's sunshine. Gloomy weather is forecast for the coming days, with rain likely to affect the fourth Test's final two days. India have been welcomed with flat tracks in the first three Tests of the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. However, it's likely to be opposite when they take on England in the fourth Test in Manchester. The pictures of the Old Trafford strip have gone viral on social media, and the first look indicates dampness in the pitch. It has been raining for the past few days in Manchester, and thus, the square appears to be damp. Although the sun was blazing down on Monday, the weather is expected to be gloomy the next couple of days and might affect the fourth Test as well, most likely on the last two days. PITCH FOR THE FOURTH TEST BETWEEN INDIA vs ENGLAND…!!!– A Green Top. [📸: Sahil Malhotra] — Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 21, 2025 India and England will resume their battle in the penultimate Test of the series after an eight-day break, . England come into the game following a dramatic 22-run win in the third Test at Lord's. India are in a precarious situation at the moment as they can't afford to lose the next two Tests so as to keep the series alive. India are dealing with fresh injury blows ahead of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, Manchester, starting Wednesday. All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the remainder of the series due to a left knee injury sustained during a gym session on Sunday. Scans revealed ligament damage, and he will now return home for further treatment, the BCCI confirmed on Monday. Pacer Arshdeep Singh, who is yet to debut in the series, has also been ruled out of the fourth Test after injuring his left thumb while bowling in the nets at Beckenham last week. To bolster the squad, Haryana seamer Anshul Kamboj has been drafted in as cover and has already joined the team in Manchester. The injury concerns have come at a crucial juncture, with England leading the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-1 heading into the fourth Test of what has been an intense series. view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 16:24 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
