IOC net doubles to ₹5,689 crore in Q1

Investors are increasingly turning to single-specialty hospitals (SSHs) in India due to deal saturation in multi-specialty chains. SSHs offer focused care, efficiency, and scalability, attracting significant private equity investment, accounting for over half of hospital transactions. Fueled by specialties like IVF and oncology, the SSH market is experiencing robust growth, outpacing multi-specialty hospitals and presenting…

Following a lengthy meeting with Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump asserted that resolving the Ukraine conflict hinges on Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s willingness to negotiate. Trump suggested that European nations should also play a role and expressed his availability to participate in future discussions between Zelenskyy and Putin, indicating a high likelihood of reaching an agreement.

Following a lengthy meeting with Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump asserted that resolving the Ukraine conflict hinges on Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s willingness to negotiate. Trump suggested that European nations should also play a role and expressed his availability to participate in future discussions between Zelenskyy and Putin, indicating a high likelihood of reaching an agreement.

Delhi government has enforced a new fee regulation law covering all 1,700 private schools, announced Education Minister Ashish Sood. The Delhi School Education Bill, 2025, aims to curb arbitrary fee hikes through parental involvement and potential veto power. Schools face fines for unauthorized fee increases, and committees will decide on fee proposals by September.

Nandamuri Balakrishna, celebrated as the “God of Masses,” surprised Hindupur by driving an RTC bus during the launch of a women’s scheme. This act, captured by locals, went viral, sparking admiration online. Meanwhile, Balakrishna has completed dubbing for ‘Akhanda 2: Thaandavam’, his reunion with director Boyapati Srinu, set for release on September 25th, following the…

Hindus are preparing to celebrate Krishna Janmashtami on August 16, 2025, marking the birth of Lord Krishna. The festival includes elaborate decorations and prayers. Devotees will conduct Janmashtami Puja with fervor, following specific rituals. These include bathing the idol, offering new clothes and jewelry, lighting a ghee lamp, and preparing special bhog items like kheer…

Anfield witnessed an emotional tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who tragically passed away. Liverpool fans displayed heartfelt banners and observed a moment of silence before their Premier League match against Bournemouth. The Reds secured a 4-2 victory, with Mohamed Salah dedicating his goal to Jota, creating a poignant atmosphere of remembrance…

CareEdge Ratings aims to establish a global presence in sovereign and corporate ratings through its Gift City-based subsidiary, CareEdge Global IFSC. The agency has already rated 39 sovereigns and $3 billion in debt, challenging conventional methodologies and claiming its models better capture geopolitical realities. Domestically, CareEdge is benefiting from the surge in bond issuance.

The Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TN TRB) has rescheduled the TNTET 2025 exam due to administrative reasons. Originally slated for November 1st and 2nd, Paper I and II will now be conducted on November 15th and 16th, respectively. The registration window remains open until September 8th, 2025, on trb.tn.gov.in.