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BusinessPhoto: Business Standard

Indian Bank Q2 Profit Rises 14% to ₹3,540 Crore on Asset Quality

Indian Bank reported a 14% increase in its Q2 consolidated net profit to ₹3,540 crore for July-September FY26, up from ₹3,107.97 crore the previous year. Total consolidated income rose 21% to ₹23,335.98 crore. Standalone net profit grew 15% to ₹3,462 crore. Asset quality improved with GNPA down to 1.61% from 2.60%, and NNPA slightly down to 0.14%. CEO Binod Kumar highlighted growth in business, deposits, and CASA amid challenging times.

Business Standard··Chennai

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EntertainmentPhoto: TOI Entertainment

Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela's Romantic Musical Set for April 2027 Release

Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela will star together for the first time in a romantic musical directed by Anurag Basu. The film, marking Sreeleela's debut as a lead in Hindi cinema, is scheduled for release on April 30, 2027, after several delays. Fans are eagerly anticipating this collaboration.

TOI Entertainment·

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SportsPhoto: Hindu Sport

McIlroy and Reed Reconcile at DP World India Championship

Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed reconciled during the DP World India Championship at Delhi Golf Club, ending their previous rivalry linked to LIV Golf and PGA Tour loyalties. The tension began when Reed joined LIV Golf and McIlroy stayed with the PGA Tour. Their feud escalated at the 2023 Hero Dubai Desert Classic but eased after Reed quit LIV Golf earlier this year.

Hindu Sport··New Delhi

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Maharashtra FDA Bans Sale of Loose Spices to Curb Adulteration

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has imposed a ban on the sale of loose spice powders and mixed spices. This decision aims to prevent adulteration by mandating packing and sealing of spices. The move is part of stricter regulations to ensure food safety and quality in the state.

Amar Ujala··Maharashtra

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PoliticsPhoto: Deccan Herald

Karnataka Proposes Raising Apprentice Quota to 25%

The Karnataka Cabinet approved a Bill to amend the federal Apprentice Act, increasing the maximum apprentice quota for industries from 15% to 25% of their total workforce. The Bill may be introduced in the winter legislative session. Currently, establishments with 30 or more employees must engage apprentices between 2.5% and 15%. Skill Development Minister Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil said this will provide more industry exposure to students, similar to Maharashtra's policy.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Trump Comments on Kimberly Guilfoyle's Resignation as US Ambassador to Greece

President Donald Trump addressed Kimberly Guilfoyle's resignation as US ambassador to Greece amid a funds-for-access controversy. Trump said Guilfoyle, who once dated his son, was not part of his family and expressed disapproval of the allegations against her. Guilfoyle denied claims she sought $100,000 from a Trump donor to settle a credit card bill. Trump wished her well in her future endeavors.

HT World·

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