Introducing Aksha Mohit Kamboj as the India Bullion Jewellers Association's Vice President

With effect from June 22, 2024, Aksha Mohit Kamboj has been named the India Bullion Jewellers Association's (IBJA) first female vice president.With effect from June 22, 2024, Mrs. Aksha Mohit Kamboj has been named Vice President of the India Bullion Jewellers Association (IBJA). She is the first woman to hold this prominent position in the gold and jewelry industry thanks to this historic appointment. Mrs. Kamboj has a wealth of expertise and a dedication to industry excellence. She is well-known for her leadership as the Executive Chairperson of Aspect Global Ventures Pvt Ltd and as a co-owner of the Tiigers of Kolkata cricket team. Impact on Industry and Leadership Under Mrs. Kamboj's direction, IBJA's strategic initiatives will be advanced together with ethics, transparency, and industry best practices. During her term, which ends in2029, she wants to support small companies, make sure that prices are fair, promote talent development, and make it easier for people to do business in the jewelry and bullion industries.IBJA's Position and Upcoming Projects Established in 1919, with its main office located in Zaveri Bazar, Mumbai, IBJA is a key player in the formulation of policies pertaining to the country's gold sector. The Reserve Bank of India and the Ministry of Finance use the association's daily announcements of gold prices. IBJA is presently establishing its own Domestic Gold Spot exchange in Navi Mumbai, demonstrating its dedication to the development of industry standards and laws.  

Highlights of the Lok Sabha session on June 24, 2024

MPs from the INDIA bloc march in unison to demonstrate their power and to "save the Constitution."The Lok Sabha will reconvene on June 25 at 11 a.m. after being postponed. Amit Shah, the minister of housing, Rajnath Singh, the minister of defense, and prime minister Narendra Modi all took an oath of office to become members of parliament at the start of the Lok Sabha's first session. As members of the 18th Lok Sabha, among others, Union Ministers G. Kishan Reddy, Chirag Paswan, Kiren Rijiju, Nitin Gadkari, and Mansukh Mandaviya took an oath of office. Taking the oath of office as members of the 18th Lok Sabha were Union Ministers Bhupender Yadav, Giriraj Singh, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, JD(U) MP Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh, BJP MP Piyush Goyal, and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.Mahtab, a seven-time member of the BJP, took the oath of office as the 18th Lok Sabha's pro-tem speaker earlier today. At Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Droupadi Murmu gave the oath. The BJP's selection of Mr. Mahtab as the pro-tem speaker, however, has angered the opposition MPs of the INDIA bloc, who claim that it departs from the custom of designating the senior member.The Lok Sabha Speaker will be chosen on June 26. President Murmu is expected to speak to the joint session of both chambers of Parliament on June 27. Earlier, PM Modi greeted all of the recently elected MPs and assured the media that the new administration would always work to unite the people and forge consensus in order to serve the nation. He made these remarks while speaking to reporters outside the newly constructed Parliament building.  

For the third time, Ajit Doval has been named National Security Advisor

Ajit Doval's appointment as National Security Advisor, effective June 10, 2024, was accepted by the Cabinet Appointments Committee on Wednesday.Ajit Doval, the National Security Advisor, will stay in his current position in the Narendra Modi-led NDA administration, which took office on June 9.Ajit Doval's appointment as National Security Advisor, effective June 10, 2024, was accepted by the Cabinet Appointments Committee on Wednesday.Prior to PM Modi's first term taking office in May 2014, Doval was appointed as the National Security Advisor (NSA). He remained in this capacity during the previous NDA administration, which was led by the BJP.Doval, an IPS officer from the 1968 batch, is well-known for his expertise in nuclear matters and counterterrorism.Doval was the IB's operational chief in Punjab."The nomination of Shri Ajit Doval, lPS (Retired), as National Security Adviser would take effect on June 10, 2024, as approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.His appointment will run concurrently with the prime minister's term or until new directives are given, whichever comes first. He will be given the Cabinet Minister status in the Table of Precedence for the duration of his term in office, according to the announcement. For the third time in a row, Narendra Modi took the oath of office as prime minister of India. PK Mishra was also reappointed by the cabinet's appointments committee to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's position as Principal Secretary. The appointment of Dr. PK Mishra, IAS (Retired), as Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, effective June 10, 2024, has been approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.The Government of India said in a letter that "his appointment will be co-terminus with the term of the Prime Minister or until further orders, whichever is earlier. " The appointment of Amit Khare, lAS (Retired) (JH:1985), and Tarun Kapoor, lAS (Retired) (HP:1987), as Prime Minister Modi's advisors, has also been approved by the Cabinet. "The following officers have been approved for appointment as Advisors to the PM in the Prime Minister's Office, with the approval of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. They will hold the rank and scale of Secretary to Government of India, and their appointment will be effective from June 10, 2024, until further orders are issued, whichever comes first. The appointment will be on a contract basis, subject to the standard terms and conditions that apply. lAS Amit Khare (Retired)  

India Exim Bank Establishes Office in Nairobi to Promote Trade in East Africa

The East Africa Representative Office of the Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) was opened in Nairobi, Kenya, with the goal of increasing India's commercial presence in the resource-rich and youthful East African region. The goal of this project is to strengthen economic and trade links between Kenya, India, and the larger East African region.The East Africa Representative Office of the Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) was opened in Nairobi, Kenya, with the goal of increasing India's commercial presence in the resource-rich and youthfully populous East African region.In order to strengthen trade relations and promote socioeconomic growth in the resource-rich East African region, India Exim Bank opens an office in Nairobi. The East Africa Representative Office of the Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) was opened in Nairobi, Kenya, with the goal of increasing India's commercial presence in the resource-rich and youthfully populous East African region. The goal of this project is to strengthen economic and trade links between Kenya, India, and the larger East African region.  

Om Birla is the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha to be re-elected as an MP in 20 years.

On June 4, 2024, Om Birla, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, accomplished a historic achievement by capturing the parliamentary seat of Kota. Birla was re-elected to the Lower House of Parliament with a commanding majority of 41,139 votes, making her the first presiding officer to be re-elected in 20 years.Ending a Twenty-Year Drought As the presiding officer of the 11th Lok Sabha from 1996 to 1998, P.A. Sangma was the last Speaker of the Lok Sabha to win re-election to the Lower House. In the 1998 Lok Sabha election, Sangma, who was then a Congress party member, won reelection from Tura in Meghalaya.The Electoral Journeys of Past Speakers G.M.C. Balayogi, an Andhra Pradesh native and member of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), was chosen to serve as Speaker of the Lok Sabha in 1999. Balayogi unfortunately died in a helicopter mishap in 2002.The Shiv Sena's Manohar Joshi succeeded Balayogi as Speaker of the Lok Sabha. Nevertheless, Congressman Eknath Gaikwad defeated Joshi in the Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat in 2004. The Lok Sabha Speaker was chosen in 2004 by Somnath Chatterjee of the CPI(M), who had won the Bolpur seat. However, Chatterjee's disagreements with his party forced him to leave politics prior to the 2009 Lok Sabha elections. In 2009, Meira Kumar, a member of the Congress party, was elected Speaker of the 15th Lok Sabha after winning the Sasaram parliamentary constituency in Bihar. But in 2014 and 2019, Kumar lost the elections.The BJP's Sumitra Mahajan, an Indore-based member of the Lok Sabha, was chosen to be Speaker in 2014. In the 2019 Lok Sabha election, the BJP did not field Mahajan.Birla's Historical Accomplishment Speaker Om Birla, a Kota-based member of the Lok Sabha for the BJP, was chosen in 2019. In 2024, Birla was victorious over Congressman Prahlad Gunjal to hold onto the Kota parliamentary seat. This made Birla the first member of Parliament to be re-elected as Speaker of the Lok Sabha in twenty years. Birla's accomplishments highlight the faith that the Kota community has in him, and his re-election as an MP guarantees that he will continue to lead and advise the Lok Sabha.  

Results of the 2024 Lok Sabha election: Kiren Rijiju of the BJP leads from the Arunachal Pradesh West seat

Early results indicate that Kiren Rijiju of the BJP is ahead in the West constituency of Arunachal Pradesh while the ballots are being counted.In the Lok Sabha election, which is scheduled to have results on Tuesday, Kiren Rijiju, the Union Minister of Earth Sciences and Food Processing Industries, was leading from the West constituency of Arunachal Pradesh.According to preliminary results, Congressman Nabam Tuki, who the BJP leader had previously defeated in 2019 by a vote margin of 48.8%, was the closest challenger for the seat. According to the ECI, as of 10:45 am, Rijiju leads Tuki by a margin of 55,731 votes.Toko Sheetal of the Gana Suraksha Party (GSP), Ruhi Tangung of Janata Dal (United), and independent candidates Bimpak Siga, Leki Norbu, Techi Rana, and Tania June were among the other candidates in the election.Rijiju received 63.02% of the vote in 2019, compared to 14.22% for his opponent Nabam Tuki. Congress MP Takam Sanjoy lost the constituency to the Union minister in 2014.Voters in the first phase of the Arunachal West seat, which consists of 33 scheduled tribe reserved constituencies, turned out to be 70.11% of the total. Three-time Member of Parliament Rijiju assumed the Law Ministry in July 2021 after serving as the Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Affairs and Sports from May 2019 to July 2021.As the minister of law, Rijiju frequently clashed with the legal system. Rijiju asserted during the November 2022 India Today summit that judges don't always recommend the best candidate for a position; rather, they only recommend the people they know for appointments and promotions. The BJP minister stated his opinion that the people of the nation should make judgments about significant issues like the institution of marriage rather than having them decided by judges during a hearing on same-sex marriages held by the Supreme Court in April 2023.Prime Minister Narendra Modi transferred Rijiju to the Ministry of Earth Sciences and named Arjun Ram Meghwal as the new Minister of Law and Justice one month later, in May.Rijiju established four new meteorological centers, launched a website called green alerts to disseminate weather-related information to the agricultural community, and pledged to see Maitri-II, India's recently proposed research station in Antarctica, built by 2029 after assuming the position of Minister of Earth Sciences in 2023.  

Rushabh Gandhi has been appointed as India First Life Insurances MD and CEO

Rushabh Gandhi, the company's current deputy chief executive officer, has been promoted to the role of managing director and chief executive officer (MD and CEO), with approval from the board of IndiaFirst Life Insurance. Gandhi's selection fits the company's succession plan and represents a major turning point.Plans for Succession and Regulatory Clearances up July 1, 2024, or as soon as he has the required regulatory permissions, Gandhi will take up his new position. The approval of the company's shareholders, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), and other legislative clearances are prerequisites for his nomination. Gandhi will take over as Managing Director and CEO once R.M. Vishakha retires on June 30, 2024.An accomplished professional with a strategic outlook Gandhi is expected to steer the company into a new phase, according to IndiaFirst Life Insurance. Gandhi, who has over 29 years of expertise in both domestic and foreign markets, has been a key contributor to the expansion and success of the business. His strategy plan is in line with the fundamental principles and ideals of IndiaFirst Life.Professional and Academic Qualifications Gandhi has an executive education from INSEAD in Fontainebleau, France, and a degree from the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS). Since 2015, he has collaborated closely with R.M. Vishakha, obtaining invaluable knowledge and expertise in the insurance sector. Maintaining and Expanding Gandhi's internal promotion guarantees leadership continuity and a seamless transfer. His wealth of knowledge and in-depth comprehension of IndiaFirst Life's business operations put him in a strong position to lead the organization through its next stage of expansion and development.Recognition of the Industry and Regulatory Monitoring The insurance sector regulator, IRDAI, must review and approve Rushabh Gandhi's appointment as MD and CEO of IndiaFirst Life Insurance. By ensuring that the leadership transfer complies with industry norms and best practices, this regulatory oversight protects stakeholders' and policyholders' interests. IndiaFirst Life Insurance is dedicated to providing cutting-edge goods and services that meet the changing needs of its clients while keeping a laser-like focus on profitability and long-term growth as it sets off on this new path under Gandhi's direction.  

Pavithra Urs is appointed Vice President, HR by Enfusion.

With effect from May 1, Enfusion has named Pavithra Urs as Vice President of HR. With its headquarters in Bangalore, Pavithra will be in charge of cultivating a top-notch workforce and encouraging managers and staff to work together.After more than 16 years of revolutionary HR leadership with Deluxe, ArisGlobal, Cognizant, and Infosys, Pavithra joined Enfusion. Her areas of experience include people management, company growth, risk mitigation, and strategic planning. She holds a master's degree in business management and is a PMP-certified Project Management Professional.A social media post said, "Pavithra Urs is set to drive the HR function at Enfusion into a new era of success with her strategic vision and commitment to excellence."  

Dr. Bikramjit Chaudhuri has been appointed as the new chief of measurement science and analytics by BARC India.

Dr. Bikramjit Chaudhuri is the new Chief of measuring Science & Analytics at the world's largest television audience measuring agency, the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) India. He will take over for Dr. Derrick Gray, a distinguished team member of BARC India for the past six years and a seasoned expert in audience measurement and advanced analytics.Dr. Bikramjit Chaudhuri is the new Chief of measuring Science & Analytics at the world's largest television audience measuring agency, the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) India. He will take over for Dr. Derrick Gray, a distinguished team member of BARC India for the past six years and a seasoned expert in audience measurement and advanced analytics.Dr. Bikramjit Chaudhuri: An Experienced Expert Dr. Chaudhuri graduated with a Master of Statistics from the Indian Statistical Institute in Delhi and a Ph.D. from IIT Bombay. He brings with him an extensive background spanning more than thirty years in a variety of domains, including demand forecasting, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), statistics, stochastic modeling, market measurement, and consumer segmentation. In these fields, he is the author of several research papers, publications, and patents. Dr. Chaudhuri has served as the Global Head of Data Science & Advanced Analytics for the Datamatics Group of Companies since 2016. Before working at Datamatics, he was a senior professional at KPMG, Nielsen, and ZS Associates, where he led teams of professionals in a variety of leadership roles.Accepting the New Task "It will be an absolute honor and privilege to be a part of a multitalented and versatile team that runs the largest Audience Measurement system in the world, in one of the most complex multimedia markets," Dr. Chaudhuri remarked, expressing his excitement. I'm excited to use my broad experience and in-depth knowledge to advance the current measuring system and satisfy the expanding demands of the market. Anticipating a thrilling voyage and a rewarding partnership with BARC India.  

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The RBI has approved Pradeep Natarajans appointment as the full-time director of IDFC FIRST Bank.

An important step forward for the private sector lender has been reached with the RBI's approval of Pradeep Natarajan's nomination as a Whole Time Director on the Board of IDFC FIRST Bank.An important step forward for the private lender is the approval of Pradeep Natarajan's appointment as a Whole Time Director on the Board of IDFC FIRST Bank by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The approval, which has a three-year term, demonstrates the bank's dedication to bolstering its executive staff.Verification of Appointment up May 16, IDFC FIRST Bank formally disclosed the RBI's clearance and said that Pradeep Natarajan will take up the position of Executive Director of the bank in a regulatory filing. The appointment highlights Natarajan's potential contributions to the bank's growth trajectory and is a testimony to his experience and ability.Procedures and Approval from Shareholders Natarajan's appointment is made possible by the RBI's clearance, but IDFC FIRST Bank will now carry out the remaining procedures to complete the process. Furthermore, the appointment is subject to shareholder approval, which demonstrates the bank's dedication to corporate governance and transparency.NPA Diminishment The bank's success is noteworthy in part because of the decrease in its non-performing assets (NPAs). Gross non-performing assets (NPAs) as of March 31, 2024, are 1.88 percent of gross loans, a decrease from 2.51 percent the year before. In a same vein, net NPAs have also dropped from 0.86 percent of advances to 0.60 percent. This decrease highlights the bank's proactive approaches to risk management and improving the quality of its assets.  

Senior IPS officers N. Venu Gopal and A.Y.V. Krishna have been named additional directors in the CBI.

A Y V Krishna and N Venu Gopal, two senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, have been named as new directors of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).The appointment of senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officials A Y V Krishna and N Venu Gopal as additional directors in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is a noteworthy step. Their nominations demonstrate the government's dedication to strengthening the top investigative agency's investigation skills.The CBI Appoints A Y V Krishna as a Director The CBI has nominated A Y V Krishna, a renowned IPS officer from the Assam-Meghalaya cadre who graduated in 1995, as an additional director. Krishna brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his current position as Inspector General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). His appointment as an additional director is valid until August 6, 2028, per the Personnel Ministry's directive.N Venu Gopal's Consultation N An additional director in the CBI has also been appointed: Venu Gopal, a seasoned Himachal Pradesh cadre IPS officer. In his capacity as the CBI's joint director, Venu Gopal has proven to be an excellent leader and investigator. As per an extra order issued by the Personnel Ministry, his employment as an additional director is valid until May 24, 2027. The government prioritizes bolstering the CBI The government's priority on fortifying the Central Bureau of Investigation is shown in the appointments of A Y V Krishna and N Venu Gopal. Due to their established backgrounds in law enforcement and investigative procedures, both officers will be highly valuable in helping the CBI fulfill its mission of enforcing the law and fighting crime on a national scale.Goals and Obstacles A Y V Krishna and N Venu Gopal, as additional directors in the CBI, are expected to handle complicated investigations, work with other law enforcement agencies, and maintain the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. They will be essential in improving the CBI's ability to combat financial crimes, corruption, and other severe crimes with efficacy and efficiency.  

14 Rajasthanis were saved from a mine during night operations after a lift in Jhunjhunu collapsed.

when nighttime operations, at least 14 workers who were trapped in a mine at Hindustan Copper Limited in the Jhunjhunu area of Rajasthan when a lift collapsed were freed.The workers at the Kolihan mine who were trapped at a depth of 577 meters were freed throughout the course of overnight rescue operations.Three critically injured people were rescued and subsequently brought to a Jaipur hospital."Everyone who was stranded in the mine has been safely rescued," stated Dr. Pravin Sharma of the Jhunjhunu Government Hospital. They have been referred to Jaipur since three of them were in critical condition.At about eight o'clock at night, the lift at the copper mine owned by Hindustan Copper Limited fell. The supporting rope broke and the lift, carrying officials from the mine and a vigilance team from Kolkata, plunged almost 1,800 feet inside the pit.Chief Vigilance Officer Upendra Pandey, Head of Khetri Copper Complex (KCC) Unit GD Gupta, and Deputy General Manager AK Sharma of Kolihan Mine were among the officials who were trapped. Journalist Vikas Pareek was one of the 14 people imprisoned; he was traveling with the vigilance squad as a photographer. Ambulances hurried to the scene as soon as word of the lift collapse broke, and medical personnel was informed to be prepared for any eventualities.Dharmpal Gurjar, a BJP MLA, had earlier stated, "I came here right away after learning this information, even though I had traveled to Haryana for the election campaign." I made calls to everyone and assessed the overall state of affairs. I've made this SDM's call.  

Vinay Firake is named CEO of the APMEA Strategic Market Unit of Wipro.

Vinay Firake has been named CEO of Wipro's Asia Pacific, India, Middle East, and Africa (APMEA) strategic market unit (SMU). Wipro is a big name in the IT industry.With immediate effect, Vinay Firake has been named CEO of Wipro's Asia Pacific, India, Middle East, and Africa (APMEA) strategic market unit (SMU). Wipro is a prominent player in the IT industry. Firake will join the executive board of Wipro and report directly to Srini Pallia, the company's CEO and managing director.Anis Chenchah Firake, the outgoing CEO of the APMEA SMU, is stepping down from her position to pursue chances outside the company, therefore her selection as successor.Vinay Firake has worked at Wipro for more than 26 years, holding a number of leadership positions all across the world. In his new position, he will be located in Dubai.Firake most recently handled operations across sectors and services as the Senior Vice President and Managing Director of the Wipro-Nordics Business Unit in Stockholm. Before then, he served in a number of positions in both North America and Europe and was the head of the Manufacturing & Automotive Business Unit in Europe.Current Wipro Leadership Appointments In recent months, Wipro has experienced a number of significant leadership changes: Thierry Delaporte was succeeded by Srini Pallia, who was named CEO and Managing Director of the corporation on April 6, 2024. Wipro appointed Malay Joshi as CEO of Americas 1, its largest and fastest-growing market, in April 2024. Srini Pallia held this position prior. Concerning Wipro Founded on December 29, 1945, Wipro is a multinational provider of business process outsourcing, consulting, and information technology services with its headquarters located in Bangalore, Karnataka. Executive Chairman Rishad Premji presently serves as the company's leader. By utilizing Vinay Firake's wealth of experience and knowledge in the area, Wipro hopes to fortify its leadership group and foster expansion in this key market unit. Firake was appointed CEO of the APMEA SMU.  

Tata Electronics to be chaired by N Chandrasekaran

The announcement that N Chandrasekaran, the chairman of Tata Sons, will take over as chairman of Tata Electronics is a big step that demonstrates the Tata group's commitment to its $14 billion investment in the semiconductor industry. Banmali Agrawala, who has held the post for a number of years and recently assumed an advisory role within the firm, will be succeeded by Chandrasekaran. Mumbai | Chennai: N Chandrasekaran, the chairman of Tata Sons, will also take up the position of chairman at Tata Electronics. This comes at a moment when the Tata group company has set aside approximately $14 billion in investments to drive its foray into the semiconductor industry. As the business makes its advances into the semiconductor industry, EVs, and iPhone manufacture amid India's ambition, N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Sons, will take on the post of chairman of Tata Electronics.  

The Inter-Services Organizations (ISOs) (Command, Control, and Discipline) Act will go into effect on May 10, 2024, as announced by the government.

The Defense Ministry said on May 10 that the Inter-Services Organizations (Command, Control and Discipline) Act has been notified by the government and is now in effect. This action takes place in the midst of the government's theaterization plan.In order to fight and conduct operations under the paradigm, the government aims to combine the skills of the Army, Air Force, and Navy and make the best use of their resources."The measure was approved by both Houses of Parliament during the Monsoon Session of 2023 with the goal of strengthening the command, control, and efficient operation of Inter-Services Organizations (ISOs). August 15, 2023, was the day the President signed the Bill into law, according to a statement from the ministry.The Act gives Commanders-in-Chief and Officers-in-Command of ISOs the authority to manage their subordinates' behavior in order to maintain administration and discipline effectively while preserving the special working circumstances of each service. "The notification of the Act will enable heads of ISOs to expedite case resolution, prevent needless proceedings, and mark a significant advancement towards increased unity and cooperation among military personnel," the statement stated.The three services are beginning to agree on the bold project, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who spoke with PTI last week on the military's theaterization process. According to him, the reason the armed forces are supporting the theaterization plan is that it will better utilize resources and combine the capabilities of the three services.  

Yes Bank releases a list of senior hires.

Mumbai: Rajeev Uberoi was named senior group president for governance and controls and Anurag Adlakha was named senior group president and head of financial management and strategy by Yes Bank on Monday.Uberoi will be in charge of management governance, compliance, vigilance, legal (general counsel), company secretarial, and control responsibilities at Yes Bank. Uberoi was previously in charge of legal and audit at IDFC Bank.Adlaka, the former CFO of Jana Small Finance Bank, will be in charge of boosting Yes Bank's bottom line.According to a press release from the bank, both of the top personnel will answer directly to Ravneet Gill, managing director and chief executive officer.Additionally, the Yes Bank board of directors made it clear that the lender's liquidity and operational performance were strong, and that its financial condition was "sound and stable." To approve the financial results for the quarter that ended on June 30, 2019, the board will convene on July 17. In addition, the bank denied "unfounded speculation about, among other things, the bank's asset portfolio, future growth prospects, Board & management stability."Yes Bank shares were trading at ₹93.40 on the BSE at 11:45 a.m.Yes Bank shares were trading at ₹93.40 on the BSE at 11:45 a.m. Open up a world of advantages! Everything you need is right here, only a click away, including intelligent newsletters, real-time stock tracking, breaking news, and a customizable newsfeed! Register Now!  

The Gurugram government brings in Yuzvendra Chahal to increase voter turnout.

The district government in Gurugram has adopted a novel strategy to promote voter turnout as the May 25 Lok Sabha elections approach.The district government in Gurugram has adopted a novel strategy to promote voter turnout as the May 25 Lok Sabha elections approach. The government has enlisted prominent musicians MD Desi Rockstar and Naveen Punia, as well as cricket player Yuzvendra Chahal of India, as brand ambassadors in an attempt to draw in voters, especially the younger generation.The district administration had already recruited singer Naveen Punia and "desi rockstar" MD as brand ambassadors to win over Gurugram voters before requesting Chahal's backing. It is expected of these well-known musicians to use their platform to interact with the public and use their work to inspire them to exercise their right to democracy.The government has introduced a first-of-its-kind app, “Voter In Queue,” to assist voters in ascertaining their exact place in the polling line and the approximate duration till their turn to cast a ballot. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has cleared the app for trial usage, and Gurgaon Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav revealed that on May 25, voters can monitor the lines at 367 polling booths in Gurgaon, 250 booths in Pataudi, and 455 booths in Badshahpur.In order to obtain an OTP and establish a direct communication channel with the booth level officer (BLO), voters can utilize the app to provide their location, voting booth, and voter ID. Every 30 to 60 minutes, the BLO will update the app with the number of individuals in line to cast their ballots.Voting centers have been established in Gurgaon's common spaces of high-rise buildings in an effort to make voting even easier. A Voters' Park has also been opened at Vikas Sadan by Haryana Chief Secretary TVSN Prasad. Additionally, officials have made sure that announcements from DC Yadav and the District Election Officer be aired in all of the city's multiplexes.With the Lok Sabha elections in Gurugram fast approaching, the district administration is trying to persuade people to use their democratic right to vote by including the younger generation through creative techniques and celebrity partnerships.  

Kareena is pleased to be a national ambassador for UNICEF India.

UNICEF India has named Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan as its national ambassador. Her longstanding affiliation with the organization since 2014, during which she has acted as a Celebrity Advocate, is recognized with this esteemed status.Young Advocates: Supporting a Range of Issues UNICEF India announced the appointment of Kareena along with the introduction of its inaugural class of Youth Advocates, four exceptional persons who will act as peer leaders and advocates for important issues impacting children and youth. The causes that the Youth Advocates are fighting for are: Gauranshi Sharma from Madhya Pradesh, advocating for the right to play and disability inclusion. Uttar Pradesh native Kartik Verma is an advocate for child rights and climate action. Nahid Afrin from Assam, raising awareness about mental health and early childhood development. Vinisha Umashankar from Tamil Nadu, a budding innovator and STEM pioneer.Kareena's dedication to the rights of children Kareena Kapoor Khan's commitment to the rights and wellbeing of children is demonstrated by her affiliation with UNICEF India. She has given her voice to numerous projects as a Celebrity Advocate, bringing attention to topics including child safety, nutrition, and education. As she assumes her new position as National Ambassador, Kareena is well-positioned to further up her efforts and use her powerful platform to make a significant difference in the lives of children in India and around the world.Youth Empowerment and Change-Driven UNICEF India's selection of Youth Advocates is a great step in empowering youth and recognizing their ability to effect positive change. In addition to serving as an inspiration to their peers, these advocates will help shape programs and policies that deal with the urgent issues that young people face. Kareena Kapoor Khan and the Youth Advocates will work diligently to guarantee that every child's rights are upheld and their voices are heard, forming a strong team.Children's Better Future Kareena Kapoor Khan and the Youth Advocates represent a fresh commitment to UNICEF India's great goal, which is to uphold the rights and welfare of children. The group wants to give children a better future where their rights, safety, and growth are respected and valued via their combined efforts. Kareena Kapoor Khan's impact and her passion for children's rights will surely encourage others to join the campaign as she sets off on her new adventure, causing a ripple effect that reverberates throughout the country and beyond.