Stock market today: BSE Sensex opens over 300 points up; Nifty50 above 22,500

Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Monday. While BSE Sensex was above 74,100, Nifty50 was above 22,500.

Infosys cofounder Narayana Murthy: Somehow it become fashion in India to ...

NR Narayana Murthy highlighted that many so-called AI systems in India are merely traditional programming. He stressed that real AI depends on machine learning and deep learning, which mimic human brain functions. While acknowledging job losses due to AI, Murthy emphasized its economic benefits and urged entrepreneurs to create jobs to combat poverty.

Priest ends life, asks son in suicide note to ‘save temple’ in Ahmedabad

A priest, Mahendra Minekar, committed suicide at a temple in Kubernagar, Ahmedabad, allegedly due to the mental torture from authorities and developers over plans to demolish the temple established by his grandfather. Police are investigating the allegations, despite officials denying any demolition plans and asserting that the temple would remain intact during redevelopment.

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LeT ultra Abu Qatal, brain behind J&K attacks, killed in Pak

Top Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Abu Qatal was gunned down in Jhelum, Pakistan, by unidentified assailants. Qatal, a close aide of LeT founder Hafiz Saeed, was returning from a meeting with a Pakistan Army commander. The attack is believed to be due to infighting within LeT ranks. Qatal was involved in several terror activities, including attacks in J&K.

US border officials target senior green card holders

Immigration attorneys report an increase in the secondary inspection and detention of green card holders by the US Custom and Border Protection (CBP), particularly targeting elderly Indian residents. Attorneys advise against surrendering green cards at the airport, stressing the importance of a hearing before an immigration judge.

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India, New Zealand to restart FTA talks after a 10-year gap

India and New Zealand have restarted discussions for a Free Trade Agreement after a 10-year hiatus. This new move aims to deepen economic ties and address market access issues to achieve balanced outcomes, as bilateral trade surpasses $1 billion.

India to step on the gas for indigenous 5th gen stealth fighter jet

India is accelerating the development of its fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, AMCA, to counter emerging threats from Pakistan and China. A top-level committee is working on strategies to improve efficiency and shorten production timelines, with a focus on greater private sector involvement.

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India to step on the gas for indigenous 5th gen fighter

India is accelerating the development of its fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, AMCA, to counter emerging threats from Pakistan and China. A top-level committee is working on strategies to improve efficiency and shorten production timelines, with a focus on greater private sector involvement.

82% of Bodo accord promises fulfilled, rest in 2 years: Amit Shah

Union home minister Amit Shah announced that 82% of the 2020 Bodo accord commitments are fulfilled, with full completion expected in two years. He highlighted the transformation of Bodoland Territorial Region from insurgency to development, and the removal of AFSPA from the entire region, emphasizing economic and social progress.

Cops: SIT found 200 Azamgarh madrassas flouted norms

Police in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, have booked over 200 madrassas for failing to comply with government standards. An investigation found that 219 out of 700 madrassas in the district had serious irregularities, with many granted recognition and funding without physical verification.

Bumps at Auli: 3rd year in a row, national ski championship postponed over low snowfall

The annual skiing and snowboarding championship in Auli, scheduled from March 16-19, has been postponed for the third consecutive year due to insufficient snowfall. Officials highlight the impact of limited snow, planning alternative activities. Athletes express concern over climate change affecting future events in the region.

Study: Western Himalayas avalanche risks up due to warming, human activities