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Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Preparations are underway in full-swing for Ganesh Chaturthi, which is also known as ‘Vinayak Chaturthi’, in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and other states. The festival celebrates Ganesha as the ‘God of New Beginnings’ and the ‘Remover of Obstacles’ as well as the god of wisdom and intelligence. On Ganesh Chaturthi, Lord Ganesh is worshipped as the god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. People bring Lord Ganesh idols to their homes, observe fasts and prepare different types of dishes. The Ganeshotsav, the festivity of Ganesh Chaturthi, ends after 10 days on Anant Chaturdashi which is also known as Ganesh Visarjan day. Meanwhile, he first look of Mumbai’s famous Lalbaugcha Raja was unveiled on Sunday evening. When is Ganesh Chaturthi? The ten-day-long celebration of holy festival Ganesh Chaturthi will begin on Wednesday. According to Drikpanchang, Ganesh Chaturthi this year will be celebrated on August 27, 2025, Wednesday and it will culminate with Ganesh Visarjan on Saturday, September 6, 2025.  On the last day, Lord Ganesha idols will be carried out in grand processions and immersed in rivers, lakes, or the sea. Muhurat Timings & Date Ganesh puja is preferred during Madhyahna as it is believed that Lord Ganesh was born during Madhyahna Kala.  Moon sighting on Ganesh Chaturthi is prohibited as it is believed that sighting moon creates Mithya Dosham or Mithya Kalank which means false accusation of stealing something. Madhyahna Ganesh Puja Muhurat: 11:05 AM to 01:40 PM Time to avoid Moon sighting a day before Ganesh Chaturthi: 01:54 PM to 08:29 PM, August 26 Chaturthi Tithi Begins: 01:54 PM on August 26, 2025 Chaturthi Tithi Ends: 03:44 PM on Aug 27, 2025 Ganesh Chaturthi Muhurat in Major Cities 11:21 AM to 01:51 PM – Pune 11:05 AM to 01:40 PM – New Delhi 10:56 AM to 01:25 PM – Chennai 11:11 AM to 01:45 PM – Jaipur 11:02 AM to 01:33 PM – Hyderabad 11:06 AM to 01:40 PM – Gurgaon 11:07 AM to 01:42 PM – Chandigarh 10:22 AM to 12:54 PM – Kolkata 11:24 AM to 01:55 PM – Mumbai 11:07 AM to 01:36 PM – Bengaluru 11:25 AM to 01:57 PM – Ahmedabad 11:05 AM to 01:39 PM – Noida Read More

Just days after the Houthi rebels fired a missile toward Israel, Israeli airstrikes hit Yemen’s capital on Sunday, the rebels said, adding that the latest attack targeted the Iranian-backed group. The Houthi media office said the strikes hit multiple areas across the capital of Sanaa, including a power plant and a gas station. Residents reported hearing loud sounds of explosions in different areas, including close to the presidential palace. The reported strikes were the first to hit Yemen since a week ago, when Israel said it targeted energy infrastructure it believed was used by the rebels. Israel did not immediately confirm Sunday’s attack. The Iran-backed Houthis have launched missiles and drones toward Israel and targeted ships in the Red Sea for more than 22 months. They say they are carrying out the attacks in solidarity with the Palestinians amid the war in the Gaza Strip. Sanaa residents told The Associated Press they heard loud explosions close to a closed military academy and the presidential palace. They said they could see smoke plumes near Sabeen Square, a central gathering place in the capital. “The sound of explosions were very strong,” said Hussein Mohamed, a Yemeni resident, who lives close to the presidential palace. Ahmed al-Mekhlafy, another resident, also said he felt the sheer force of the strikes. “The house was rocked, and the windows were shattered,” he told the AP over the phone. Nasruddin Amer, deputy head of the Houthi media office, claimed the Israeli strikes won’t deter the rebels, and vowed to continue their attacks on Israel. “Our military operations supporting Gaza won’t stop, God willing, unless the aggression is stopped, and the siege is lifted,” he wrote on social media. The strike comes after the Houthis claimed they launched newly equipped missiles toward Israel, including targeting the country’s largest airport, on Friday. There was no reported damage or injuries in Israel from that attack. Israel’s military said it fragmented mid-air after several attempts to intercept it. An Israeli Air Force official, speaking on condition of anonymity in line with military regulations, said the kind of projectile fired from Yemen towards Israel on Friday night was a new threat. The missile was a cluster munition, he said, a projectile that is supposed to detonate into multiple explosives. It was the first time the Houthis had launched a cluster bomb at Israel since the militant group began launching rockets towards Israel in 2023, the official said. The use of cluster bombs makes it harder for Israel to intercept and also represents additional technology provided to the Houthis by Iran, the official said. The Houthi attacks over the past two years have upended shipping in the Red Sea, through which about $1 trillion of goods passes each year. From November 2023 to December 2024, the Houthis targeted more than 100 ships with missiles and drones. The rebels stopped their attacks during a brief ceasefire in the war and later became the target of an intense, weekslong airstrike campaign ordered by US President Donald Trump. In May, the United States announced a deal with the Houthis to end the airstrikes in return for an end to shipping attacks, although the rebel group said the agreement did not include halting attacks on targets it believed were aligned with Israel. In May, Israeli airstrikes hit the Sanaa in a rare daytime attack that destroyed the facility’s terminal and left craters in its runway. At least six passenger planes were hit in that strike, including three belonging to Yemenia Airways, according to the airport authorities. (With AP inputs) Read More

(Bloomberg) — Security in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is deteriorating amid numerous conflicts, including clashes between Rwanda-backed M23 rebels and Congo’s army, United Nations and UN Security Council members warned Friday.  The violence persists despite a US-backed peace agreement between Rwanda and Congo signed in June and ongoing talks between the M23 and Congo in Qatar, council members said in an emergency meeting called by the US.  “Regrettably, the evolution of the security situation on the ground has not matched the progress achieved on the diplomatic front,” UN Assistant Secretary-General for Africa Martha Ama Akyaa Pobee told the council. “The number of civilian casualties has risen dramatically,” and rape and forced recruitment of children into armed groups continue. Violence has persisted in eastern Congo since the mid-1990s when the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide spread across the border, sparking multiple wars and local conflicts, some of which continue to this day.  The current M23 rebellion is the most recent incarnation of multiple proxy groups supported by Rwanda to address its security concerns and protect its interests in the mineral-rich region, though Rwanda denies backing the rebels.  The M23 sparked international outrage earlier this year when it took control of the key trading hubs of Goma and Bukavu on Congo’s border with Rwanda.  The occupation led the Trump administration to redouble US efforts to stop the conflict. ‘Ongoing Fighting’    Despite the US pressure, M23 is continuing to make incremental gains and, with backing from members of the Rwandan army, killed at least 319 civilians in July in four villages alone, according to the UN human rights office, Pobee said.  The villages were strongholds of a group known as the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda, or FDLR, which has links to the Rwandan Hutu perpetrators of the genocide against the Tutsis. Rwanda and M23 have long complained of Congolese collaboration with FDLR rebels. Congo has agreed to neutralize the group as part of the US-backed peace deal.  Congo’s ambassador to the UN, Zenon Ngay Mukongo, said the alleged M23 massacres were targeted ethnic killings and asked the council to strengthen sanctions for those responsible. The ongoing fighting in the east goes against “the spirit and the letter of both the bi-lateral DRC-Rwanda peace agreement and the DRC-M23 declaration of principles,” Dorothy Shea, the US ambassador to the UN, told the council.  “The United States will hold accountable spoilers to peace, and we call on council members to do the same,” she said, adding that the US had intelligence that Rwanda continued to support M23 attacks this month. Rwanda’s UN ambassador, Martin Ngoga, accused Congo’s army of attacks and reinforcing its positions against the M23, but said his government continues to support the two peace processes. Ngoga said the meeting took place “amid grave and unfounded allegations against my country,” and he called for an independent investigation into the killings in the Hutu villages.  Violence in other parts of the Congo’s east is also on the rise, council members said. In Ituri province, security “has deteriorated sharply since July,” with the Codeco and Zaire rebel groups killing multiple civilians, the UN’s Pobee said.   The Islamist Allied Democratic Forces have also killed 185 civilians since the beginning of July and hundreds have been kidnapped over the same period, she said.  Around 5.9 million Congoles are currently displaced due to conflict, making it “one of the most acute humanitarian situations in the world,” Pobee said.  More stories like this are available on bloomberg.com ©2025 Bloomberg L.P. Read More

Jatin was produced in court on Sunday and has been sent to 14-day judicial custody. Police said efforts are underway to trace and arrest the remaining accused in the case. The accused was produced in court today and remanded to judicial custody. Gurugram Police have made a second arrest in connection with the firing outside YouTuber Elvish Yadav’s residence, which took place earlier this month. The accused, identified as Jatin (24), a Rapido bike rider from Faridabad, was arrested on Saturday near Hanuman Mandir on Gurugram-Faridabad Road. According to police, Jatin was not directly involved in the firing but allegedly provided the motorcycle used by the shooters. Investigators also claim he helped plan the attack with his associates. The motorcycle used in the crime has been recovered from his possession. He was produced in court on Sunday and has been sent to 14-day judicial custody. Police said efforts are underway to trace and arrest the remaining accused in the case. Second Arrest In Case This comes two days after police apprehended the first suspect, a 19-year-old youth from Faridabad, who was injured in an encounter. During the chase, the teen had allegedly fired at police before being caught. An illegal pistol was recovered from him. Gang Link And Motive The Himanshu Bhau gang had earlier claimed responsibility for the attack through an Instagram post, alleging that the firing was linked to Yadav’s promotion of betting platforms. While over two dozen bullets were fired at Yadav’s house, no injuries were reported. Police statement In an official statement, Gurugram Police confirmed Jatin’s arrest and said, “The accused, Jatin, has been working as a Rapido bike rider in Gurugram for the last two months. At the behest of his associates, he planned the crime and provided his motorcycle to carry out the attack. He has now been remanded to judicial custody.” Read More

HomeBusiness NewsRCom loan case: Anil Ambani responds to fraud allegations amid bank classifications and CBI action Anil Ambani denies Bank of India’s fraud allegations over Reliance Communications loan, citing lack of involvement and ongoing legal proceedings. By CNBCTV18.com August 24, 2025, 9:10:06 PM IST (Updated) Anil Ambani, the founder chairman of Reliance Group, has strongly denied all allegations following the Bank of India’s decision to classify Reliance Communications’ (RCom) loan account as fraudulent, naming him in connection with alleged fund diversion dating back to 2016. In a detailed statement on Sunday, August 24, his spokesperson emphasised that Ambani served only as a non-executive director at the time and had no involvement in the company’s day-to-day operations. He resigned from the board in 2019. The spokesperson criticised Bank of India’s actions as being in violation of principles of natural justice. While a show-cause notice was issued to Ambani, the bank allegedly failed to provide supporting documents or offer a personal hearing. The statement further noted that although notices were initially sent to 13 directors and key managerial personnel, the bank withdrew proceedings against all others—except Ambani. These actions, the spokesperson claimed, contradict RBI regulations issued in July 2024 and established legal precedents. Bank of India’s classification and loan details Bank of India had extended a ₹700 crore loan to RCom in August 2016 for operational and capital expenditure. However, half of the disbursed amount was reportedly invested in a fixed deposit, violating the terms of the sanction letter. The bank declared the account as non-performing in June 2017, with an outstanding of ₹724.78 crore. On August 8, 2025, it formally classified the loan accounts of RCom, Anil Ambani, and others as ‘fraud’, triggering mandatory enforcement actions under banking laws. SBI’s earlier classification and CBI raids Prior to this, in June 2025, the State Bank of India (SBI) had also classified RCom’s account as fraudulent, citing misappropriation of funds and violation of loan terms. Following SBI’s complaint, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted raids on premises linked to Reliance Communications and Ambani’s residence. The CBI registered a case based on SBI’s claim of a ₹2,929 crore loss due to alleged fund diversion. In response to the CBI action, Ambani reiterated his denial of all charges, stating that the SBI complaint pertains to events over a decade old. He emphasised that SBI itself had withdrawn proceedings against five other non-executive directors, yet he was being “selectively singled out.” Canara Bank and Bombay High Court stay In November 2024, Canara Bank also classified RCom’s account as fraudulent. However, in February 2025, the Bombay High Court stayed Canara Bank’s move, citing procedural lapses—specifically, the lack of a proper hearing for the borrower as mandated under RBI guidelines. Legal status and ongoing proceedings Reliance Communications, burdened with ₹40,400 crore in debt as of March, is currently undergoing insolvency proceedings. The company is managed under a Committee of Creditors led by SBI and overseen by a resolution professional. The matter remains sub judice, pending before the NCLT and other judicial forums, including the Supreme Court, for the past six years. Ambani has stated that he will pursue all legal remedies available to him. (Edited by : Priyanka Deshpande) First Published:  Aug 24, 2025 8:25 PM IST Read More

HomeIndia NewsBlaze erupts in Mumbai high-rise; fire-fighting operations on A fire erupted in a flat in a 22storey residential building in Goregaon area of Mumbai on Sunday, officials said. By PTI August 24, 2025, 8:34:36 PM IST (Published) A fire erupted in a flat in a 22-storey residential building in Goregaon area of Mumbai on Sunday, officials said. According to preliminary information, no one was injured. ”A blaze erupted in a flat on the 11th floor of Vaishnav Height building located on Rani Sati Marg, opposite Balaji Hospital in Goregaon (East), around 3.30 pm,” a BMC official said, adding that the flames spread to a 600 sq. ft. area on the 12th floor. ”There is no report of any injury to anyone,” he said. Eight fire engines and other vehicles are conducting fire-fighting operations, the official added. The cause of the fire cannot be known immediately. Also Read: Oman targeting 1 million Indian arrivals with focus on destination weddings and adventure tourism Read More

HomeStoryboard18 NewsLeadership is about prioritisation, not just glamorous titles, says former Aditya Birla executive Shiv Shivakumar Leadership is not about titles but about habits and prioritisation, says Aditya Birla Group’s former executive Shiv Shivakumar. Speaking to CNBC-TV18, the veteran corporate leader stressed that a CEO must take a holistic view, prepare well in advance for leadership challenges, and focus on time management, hunger, honesty, and continuous learning. Being a leader or a CEO is not about titles but about habits, says Shiv Shivakumar, Former Group Executive President at Aditya Birla Group. The veteran corporate leader, who has led companies like PepsiCo and Nokia, believes that aspiring CEOs need to prepare well in advance for the demands of leadership. “When you become a CEO, you have to oversee many functions, and many people get that balance wrong. That balance actually develops 10–15 years earlier,” he said in an interview with CNBC-TV18. According to Shivakumar, a CEO cannot afford to be defined by a single function. “Many people end up being a super salesman as a CEO, or a super marketing person, or a super finance person. They don’t take the holistic view. You have to have a good appreciation because remember, when you are a CEO, there are about 10 to 15 people reporting to you. If you can’t add value to them, they won’t respect you,” he explained. Leadership, however, is not just about managing teams. Shivakumar pointed out that today’s CEOs face extraordinary challenges from technology disruptions, evolving ecosystems and shrinking consumer attention spans. “India today is a consumption market, not a penetration market. A lot of people haven’t understood this. When they come to the CEO role, they’re still playing off the old playbook,” he cautioned. For him, one of the biggest qualities that reveals a CEO mindset is prioritisation. “Prioritisation and time management are linked to each other because all of us have the same amount of time. If the CEO cannot prioritise, he cannot motivate or inspire the organisation,” he said. Shivakumar added that young leaders must also show hunger, honesty, and the willingness to learn. “Do the very best at the job given to you. When you do that, you give the company no option but to notice you,” he said. Watch the accompanying video for the full show. First Published:  Aug 24, 2025 1:54 PM IST Read More

From the Nifty 50 rejig to stocks to be included in the FTSE All World Index and moves on Mazagon Dock, these are few stocks to watch out for ahead of Monday’s session. By Megha Rani   August 24, 2025, 7:22:11 PM IST (Updated) 1 / 14 Interglobe Aviation and Max Healthcare | India’s largest airline and the healthcare services provider will both be included in the Nifty 50 index from the end of September, as part of the bi-annual index rejig. 2 / 14 IndusInd Bank & Hero MotoCorp | The private lender and the two-wheeler giant will both be excluded from the Nifty 50 index as part of the bi-annual index rejig from the end of September. 3 / 14 FTSE All World Rejig | Indian Overseas Bank, Authum Investments, Hexaware Technologies, Cholamandalam Financial Services, Godfrey Phillips India, JK Cement, MCX, Narayana Health will be included in the index from September 22, 2025. 4 / 14 IndusInd Bank | Apart from the Nifty 50 exclusion, the stock will also be in focus after CRISIL removed its Long-term rating from ‘Rating Watch with Negative Implications’ and reaffirmed rating at ‘Crisil AA+’ while assigning it a ‘Negative’ outlook. 5 / 14 Yes Bank | SMBC gets RBI approval to acquire up to 24.99% stake in the company. The approval is valid for one year and despite the stake increase, SMBC will not be treated as the bank’s promoter. SMBC had acquired a 20% stake in Yes Bank in May 2025. 6 / 14 Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders | According to reports, the central government has given clearance to the Ministry of Defence and Mazagon Dock to begin negotiations to buy six submarines to be built in India with German support under “Project 75 India.” 7 / 14 JSW Steel | The company has received a ₹1,472.69 crore demand notice from the Odisha govt for shortfall in despatch at its Jajang iron ore block in Keonjhar, covering June 2024–June 2025. 8 / 14 TVS Motor | The automobile firm has approved the reappointment of Venu Srinivasan as a Director on the company’s board. 9 / 14 CEAT | OHT Lanka signs agreement with Sri Lanka’s BOI for a $171 million investment. 10 / 14 Brigade Enterprises | The real estate firm has leased a seven-acre site on Chennai’s Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR) to build a mixed-use project featuring over 1 million sq ft of grade-A office space and a 225-key 5-star hotel. The company has also announced a new residential project in Bengaluru with an estimated revenue potential of ₹950 crore. 11 / 14 RailTel Corporation of India | The company has secured a ₹13 crore project management consultancy (PMC) order from Rajasthan Skill & Livelihoods Development Corporation. 12 / 14 Titagarh Rail Systems | The company has won a ₹91.2 crore order from Banaras Locomotive Works. 13 / 14 Eris Lifesciences | The drug maker has received a ₹16.8 crore GST demand notice from DGGI, Mumbai, over alleged non-payment of IGST on its 2019 acquisition of Novartis’ ‘Zomelis’ trademark rights. 14 / 14 GMR Power & Urban Infra Ltd | The company’s board okays plan to raise up to ₹3,000 crore via securities, subject to approvals. It also cleared the re-appointment of three independent directors for five years. Read More

HomeIndia NewsKolkata Metro to increase services on Dakshineswar-Sahid Khudiram stretch from Monday Kolkata Metro increases Blue Line trains to 284 from August 25, boosting weekday connectivity. By PTI August 24, 2025, 7:06:00 PM IST (Published) Kolkata Metro will operate 284 trains on the Blue Line (Dakshineswar–Sahid Khudiram) from August 25, marking an increase in services on weekdays. According to a Metro railway spokesperson, previously 262 trains operated on weekdays. ”To meet the demand of commuters, authorities are going to increase Metro services from August 25,” the spokesperson said on Sunday (August 24). ”Metro will run 284 (142 UP + 142 DN) services on the Blue Line from Monday,” he added. The blue line, the oldest Metro route in the city, connects the northern and southern fringes of the city. There will be no change in services on Saturdays and Sundays, he added. The expansion of Kolkata’s metro network is set to give a major fillip to connectivity, spur housing demand, and boost office leasing activity, industry leaders said on Friday (August 22). Prime Minister Narendra Modi will later on Friday inaugurate three new stretches — Sealdah to Esplanade (Green Line, 2.6 km), Noapara to Jai Hind Bimanbandar (Yellow Line, 6.77 km), and Hemanta Mukhopadhyay to Beleghata (Orange Line, 4.39 km) — marking a landmark infrastructure push for the city. Residential property prices in the city have already surged by over 12% in the past year, with metro-linked micro-markets such as East Kolkata, Rajarhat, and Joka/Behala outperforming broader trends, officials said. Also Read: Oman targeting 1 million Indian arrivals with focus on destination weddings and adventure tourism Read More

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