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Mumbai, 13th April, 2026: The Board of   Directors of  Life Insurance Corporation of India (“LIC”) in their meeting held today, inter alia considered and approved the issuance of bonus equity shares in the proportion of 1:1, to the existing shareholders as on record date, which shall be announced subsequently. The issuance of bonus equity shares shall be subject to the approval of shareholders.    The existing Authorised equity share capital of LIC is Rs. 25,000 crores and the paid up equity share capital is Rs. 6,324.99 crores. Post proposed bonus issuance of 1:1, the paid up equity share capital shall increase to Rs. 12,649.99 crores. The Reserves & Surplus (In India) stood at Rs. 1,46,440.58 crores as at 31st December 2025 and the Profit After Tax for nine month period ended 31st December, 2025 was Rs. 33,998 crores.     The Board decided that the proposed issuance of bonus shares in the ratio of 1:1 is an appropriate way to reward the memb...

(L–R) Mr. Bhavyang Oza, Whole Time Director & Chief Investment Officer; Mr Sreekumar Chatra, Managing Director- Infrastructure Funds ; Ms Sujaya Moghepadhye, Head Capital Markest & Investor Relations and Mr. P Padmanabhan, Chief Financial Officer;  of Citius TransNet Investment Trust, at the company’s IPO Press conference in Mumbai.     Price band of ₹ 99 – ₹ 100 per Unit  Bid/Issue Opening Date –April 17, 2026 and Bid/Issue Closing Date – April 21, 2026.   Minimum Bid Lot is 150 Units and in multiples of 150 Units thereafter   Mumbai, April 13, 2026:  Citius TransNet Investment Trust has fixed the price band of  ₹ 99 – ₹ 100 per Unit  for its Issue. The Issue of the Trust will open on April 17, 2026 for subscription and close on April 21, 2026.   The Gross Proceeds of the Issue are estimated to be ₹ 11,050.00 million. Out of the Net Proceeds from the Issue, up to ₹   10,000.00 million is proposed to be utiliz...

BTS Fun: Akshay Kumar’s Playful Prank on Wamiqa Gabbi Lights Up Bhooth Bangla Shoot Bhooth Bangla is one of the most anticipated films of 2026, with massive buzz already building. The film reunites Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan after 14 years, a duo known for delivering cult comedy classics. Backed by Balaji Motion Pictures, it promises to bring back the golden charm of horror-comedy. The recently released trailer took the internet by storm, with fans celebrating this iconic reunion. A fun BTS video from the film’s song shoot, capturing Akshay’s signature prankster side as he pulls off a prank on his co-star Wamia. During a song sequence, Wamiqa Gabbi, secured with a harness, is pulled onto a table where Akshay stands. Just as she lands and begins a step, he suddenly pushes her away, leaving her startled despite the safety setup. The moment quickly turned into laughter on set, perfectly reflecting Akshay’s playful nature and his love for pulling harmless pranks on co-stars.  https:...

Mumbai, April 10, 2026: World Trade Center Mumbai, in association with the All India Association of Industries (AIAI), organized an insightful session on “Doing Business with Brussels” at WTC Mumbai, aimed at strengthening trade and investment ties between India and the Brussels-Capital Region. The session brought together industry stakeholders, exporters, importers, MSME’s to explore emerging opportunities for collaboration and growth across sectors such as trade, logistics, technology, and sustainable development. Mr. Bart Vandeputte, Trade & Investment Commissioner, Consulate General of Belgium in Mumbai, said, “Brussels offers a strategic gateway to Europe, with access to over 440 million affluent consumers and among the largest import markets globally at the heart of global trade. With nearly 75% of Europe’s GDP located within a 1,000-kilometre radius, companies establishing a presence in Brussels are effectively positioning themselves at the heart of the European economy.” “B...

# Theme “Value, Vishwas and Vision” to Drive Dialogue on Transparency, Growth and Governance Mumbai, 9 April 2026  The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) is set to host a National Seminar on Cost Audit on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, Nariman Point, Mumbai. Centered around the theme “Cost Audit for Viksit Bharat: Value, Vishwas and Vision,” the seminar aims to bring together eminent policymakers, industry leaders, and professionals to deliberate on the evolving significance of cost audit in strengthening India’s economic framework and advancing its aspiration of becoming a developed nation. The seminar will be graced by Shri Jishnu Dev Varma, Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra, as the Chief Guest. The event will also witness the presence of distinguished Guests of Honour, including Dr. Ramakanta Panda, Managing Director of Asian Heart Institute & Research Centre; Dr. Rahul Mirchandani, Chairman & Managing Director of Aries Agro Limited; ...

National - Apr 9, 2026:* Mumbai will play host to a landmark global gathering as the Billionaires for Peace Conclave (BFP) convenes at the prestigious Grand Hyatt Mumbai. The Conclave, an initiative of the I Am Peacekeeper Movement (IAPM), will bring together an influential cross-section of global leadership including Nobel Peace Prize Laureates, billionaire patrons, policymakers, and leading voices from business, philanthropy, and civil society. Building on the success of the Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit held last April at Expo City, Dubai, which brought 10 Nobel Peace Prize Laureates together on one platform, the Mumbai edition is envisioned as a highly curated gathering of approximately 280 distinguished participants. The Conclave aims to foster meaningful dialogue and actionable collaboration toward global peace and sustainable development. Among the prominent personalities expected to attend are Dr Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT & KISS and Member of Parliament; Mr...