Billionaire Rizwan Sajan, founder of Danube Group, has dismissed layoff fears via Instagram following the launch of the 'Shahrukhz' tower in Dubai. Despite regional economic concerns, Sajan pledged job security for his over 6,000 employees, stating that salaries will be paid on time as the group celebrates its new SRK-named luxury project.
'Stranger Things' star Noah Schnapp has officially confirmed his relationship by sharing a photo with his boyfriend on Instagram to celebrate their one-month anniversary. The announcement comes three years after the actor publicly came out in early 2023, drawing parallels to his character Will Byers.
Amazon’s cloud computing operations in Bahrain have sustained physical damage following military strikes attributed to Iranian forces, according to reports from the Financial Times and local authorities. The incident marks a significant escalation in the targeting of commercial digital infrastructure within the Persian Gulf, as regional tensions continue to spill over into the technological sector.
In Karnataka, a viral video shows a monkey mourning at the funeral of 85-year-old Parvatamma, who had fed local primates for years. The animal was filmed hugging her body and pressing its head against hers in a display of grief. The touching scene has drawn global comparisons to other famous instances of animal loyalty and kindness.
'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has completed two weeks with a historic INR 920.02 crore nett in India and INR 1,466.47 crore worldwide. The Ranveer Singh-starrer has shattered all records in Australia, becoming the highest-grossing Indian film ever in the region. As it enters its third week, the film remains the dominant choice for audiences globally.
The Nagaland State Lotteries will soon announce the results of the Dear Star Thursday weekly lottery of today, April 2. The results of today's Nagaland lottery will be announced from Kohima, with the draw beginning at 1 PM. Lottery players taking part in the Dear Star Thursday weekly lottery can watch the live streaming of the Nagaland Dear Lottery Sambad Result below.
The RPSC released admit cards for the 2026 Sub-Inspector exam today, April 2, targeting 1,015 vacancies. The written test is scheduled for April 5 and 6, featuring papers on General Hindi and General Knowledge. Candidates must download their hall tickets via SSO ID from rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in to gain entry to the multi-stage selection process.
Central government employees expect a 2 per cent DA hike in April 2026, raising it to 60 per cent effective from January 1. This revision arrives during the transition to the 8th Pay Commission, which officially began this year. While the 7th Commission has ended, DA will continue under the old formula until the new pay structure is finalised in 2027.
Sachin Tendulkar shares a nostalgic tribute as India celebrates the anniversary of its historic 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup triumph at the Wankhede Stadium.
Despite representing Mumbai at the Under-16 and Under-19 levels and playing for prominent clubs like Sassanian and Kamath Memorial, Anil Gurav never transitioned to the senior professional stage.
Launched in India on April 2, 2026, the Redmi Note 15 SE 5G is available exclusively on Flipkart and Mi.com. Priced under INR 20,000, the 'Special Edition' features a premium vegan leather finish, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chip, and a 5,800mAh battery. Launch offers include instant bank discounts and No-Cost EMI for up to 9 months.
Oracle has reportedly begun laying off up to 30,000 employees (18 per cent of its workforce) to save USD 10 billion for AI data center expansion. Impacted staff in the US and India received 6 AM termination emails with no prior warning. Severance is capped at 26 weeks and requires a DocuSign signature, a package notably thinner than recent industry peers.
Today, April 2, Dubai gold prices (gold rates) rose to AED 576.75 per gram for 24K, according to GoodReturns. The surge is driven by West Asian geopolitical tensions and a global shift toward safe-haven assets. Despite the hike, Dubai remains a preferred market for Indian buyers due to significantly lower costs compared to domestic Indian retail rates.
Following the record-breaking success of the 2025 historical epic 'Chhaava', actor Vicky Kaushal and director Laxman Utekar are reportedly reuniting for a sequel focused on the life of Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj. The project is currently in its early planning stages and awaits a finalised script.
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro series, debuting this September, will reportedly feature the 2-nm A20 chip and a proprietary C2 modem for satellite internet. Leaks point to a 5,200mAh battery, a 35 per cent smaller Dynamic Island, and a new Deep Red finish. While US prices may stay at USD1,099, upgraded 48MP stacked sensors aim to redefine low-light photography.
Today, April 2, the Sensex plummeted 1,400 points and the Nifty50 fell below 22,250 due to rising West Asia tensions. A spike in Brent crude toward USD 105, following U.S. remarks on Iranian infrastructure, sparked inflation fears. Massive FII outflows and a 15 per cent jump in the 'fear gauge' VIX led to broad losses across banking and auto sectors.
ONGC has commenced gas production from its USD 1 billion Daman Upside Development Project in the Arabian Sea. The move aims to mitigate India's LPG shortage caused by West Asian conflicts. Completed in under two years, the project targets domestic energy self-reliance by reducing the country's 50 per cent dependence on natural gas imports.
Xiaomi launches the Redmi Note 15 SE 5G in India today, April 2. Starting at around INR 19,999, the 'Special Edition' features a premium vegan leather design, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, and a massive 5,800mAh battery. Available on Flipkart, it targets the budget-midrange segment with a 120Hz AMOLED display and '48-month lag-free' performance.
The upcoming collaboration between Priyadarshan and Mohanlal marks a historic milestone as the director’s 100th feature film, centered on an emotional musical drama about a father and son. The director is currently busy gearing up for his next titled 'Bhooth Bangla' with long time collaborator Akshay Kumar.
Gold prices (gold rates) in India reached record highs today, April 2, with 24K gold crossing INR 1.52 lakh per 10 grams. Driven by a weak US dollar and global demand, retail rates hit INR 1,52,960 pr 10 grams according to Good Returns. Despite high prices, safe-haven buying remains strong across major cities like Mumbai and Delhi during the peak wedding season.
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