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To cater to the growing need of medical infrastructure in the country, Apollo Hospitals is looking at adding 3,000 more beds in India in next three years at an investment of around ₹6,000 crore.CompanyValueChange%ChangeApollo Hospitals Enterprise Joint Managing Director Sangita Reddy, in an exclusive interview with CNBC TV18, shared the group’s plans, the new initiatives to adapt AI and technology to provide better treatment to the patients, and much more.Below are the edited excerpts of the interview:Q. Apollo hospitals is looking at a lot of expansion. Can you shed some light on the current portfolio and your expansion plans, especially…

Actor Arya Babbar once held a grudge against his father, Raj Babbar, for leaving his mother, Nadira, for Smita Patil. However, with time, he has come to understand and respect the depth of their relationship.In a video on his channel Babbar Saab, Arya Babbar opened up about his father Raj Babbar’s relationship with Smita Patil. He recalled being questioned by reporters about their affair, as Raj was already married to Nadira when he fell in love with Smita.He added, “But honestly, that wasn’t an affair. That was genuine pure love that Papa and Smita ma felt for each other. As…

Boat Tag was listed on the company’s official website on Friday ahead of its launch in India. Labelled as a smart tag, the purported tracker is compatible with Android devices leveraging Google’s Find My Network. It is expected to use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for location tracking, helping users locate misplaced or stolen items such as bags, keys, or wallets. As per the information, users may be able to get real-time updates on the whereabouts of their belongings with the Boat Tag through the Google Find My Device app.Boat Tag Price in India (Expected)Boat Tag’s price in India is expected to…

Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Mumbai Police has arrested former chief executive officer (CEO) of the New India Co-Operative Bank Abhimanyu Bhoan in a ₹122 crore embezzlement case, an official said on Friday.CompanyValueChange%ChangeThis is the third arrest in the case.The bank’s general manager Hitesh Mehta is accused of misappropriating a total of ₹122 crore in cash from the bank’s safe over a period of time. Bhoan had been called to record his statement on Thursday and Friday. After his role in the crime became apparent during the interrogation, he was placed under arrest late Friday night, said an EOW official.The…

Whether it’s a high-profile arrest, a star-studded marriage, or a dramatic social media fallout, we’ve got the hottest updates lined up for you. From Nargis Fakhri getting married to Tony Beig in a secret wedding, Dhanashree Verma’s family calling 60 cr alimony report after divorce with Yuzvendra Chahal ‘baseless’ to Arya Babbar calling Raj Babbar-Smita Patil’s affair ‘pure love’; here are the top five entertainment stories you can’t miss!Nargis Fakhri married to Tony Beig in a secret weddingActress Nargis Fakhri and businessman Tony Beig reportedly married in a private ceremony at a five-star property in Los Angeles last weekend. The…

YouTube is preparing to launch a cheaper version of its ad-free YouTube Premium subscription that could offer users access to video streaming with advertisements on some types of content, according to a report. The new plan could be called YouTube Premium Lite, and is expected to be introduced in four countries after being tested for several months. The Alphabet-owned video and music streaming platform has yet to announce plans to roll out a cheaper YouTube Premium plan, or how much it could cost.YouTube Premium Lite Subscribers Could See Ads in Music VideosCiting a person familiar with YouTube’s plans, Bloomberg reports…

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that the National Medical Commission’s (NMC) guideline mandating that MBBS aspirants must have “both hands intact” is discriminatory and in need of revision.The court held that the requirement contradicts the principles of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act and Article 41 of the Constitution, which directs the state to ensure access to work and education for PwDs.A bench comprising Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan observed that the guideline promotes ableism by unfairly favouring individuals with typical physical faculties.“In our view, this prescription of ‘both hands intact…’ is completely antithetical to…

YouTuber Gaurav Taneja, a former law student, shared a video on the India’s Got Latent controversy, explaining the case and legal aspects. He called the Supreme Court’s decision to restrict Ranveer Allahbadia’s movements by seizing his passport “harsh” and detailed the FIR sections filed against him.The controversy began when clips of Ranveer Allahbadia, known as Beer Biceps, from comedian Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent show surfaced online. His remarks were seen as controversial, leading to multiple police complaints against both him and Samay. As a result, FIRs were filed against all guests who appeared on the show. Gaurav Taneja noted…

Breakthrough in AI-Driven Genome DesignA new artificial intelligence model has been introduced, marking a significant advancement in biological research. Developed using a dataset of 128,000 genomes covering various life forms, this AI can generate entire chromosomes and small genomes from scratch. Researchers claim it has the potential to interpret non-coding gene variants associated with diseases, making it a powerful tool in genetic research. This development is expected to enhance genome engineering by facilitating a deeper understanding of DNA sequences and their functions.About the AI modelAccording to a study published by the Arc Institute, the AI model, named Evo-2, has been…

Global index provider FTSE on Friday, February 21, revealed the list of companies to be included in the March 2025 Semi-Annual Review of its Global Equity Index Series, with adjustments set to take place on March 21, 2025.CompanyValueChange%ChangeThe following companies will be added to the FTSE India Index: 360 ONE WAM, Ajanta Pharma, Apar Industries, Bajaj Housing Finance, Blue Star-B1, BSE, Central Depository Services (India), Crisil, Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore, Fortis Healthcare, IndusInd Bank, Kaynes Technology India, National Aluminium, and Premier Energies.These inclusions mark a significant development for the companies involved, reflecting their growing importance in India’s equity market. The FTSE,…