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Lenskart plans to double its valuation to $10 billion for its upcoming IPO. The eyewear company aims to submit draft documentation in May. Lenskart has achieved significant revenue growth and reduced losses. It has also expanded its operations and acquired premium segments. Market conditions will influence the final valuation of the IPO.

Three Class-X students from St Ann's School assaulted a Class-VII pupil within their hostel in Paderu, ASR district, on January 5. The incident gained attention after the video went viral, prompting officials to act. ASR district collector ordered an enquiry, resulting in the hostel warden's removal and the involved students being sent home.

The Supreme Court showed concern over numerous petitions questioning the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, meant to preserve the status of religious sites as of August 15, 1947. Cases include groups seeking mosque surveys and AIMIM leader Owaisi's plea. Court discussions focus on Sections 3 and 4 of the law.

Former India pacer Laxmipathy Balaji backs Mohammed Shami to lead India's pace attack at the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai. Balaji highlights Shami's crucial role in making early breakthroughs, mentoring younger pacers, and exploiting Dubai's conditions. Shami's experience and skills are expected to be pivotal in India's quest for Champions Trophy success.

A Goa court sentenced Vikat Bhagat to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of an Irish national in 2017. Despite challenges like witness threats and pandemic disruptions, the prosecution succeeded in proving Bhagat's guilt with substantial physical evidence, including blood on his clothing and scooter.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared the Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 episode discussing exam stress with sports icons like boxer MC Mary Kom, para-badminton player Suhas L Yathiraj, and paralympic rifle shooter Avani Lekhara. The athletes shared personal stories of overcoming pressure and setbacks.

An earthquake of 6.0 magnitude with a shallow depth of 5 km jolted Delhi-NCR and parts of northern India early Monday morning. Delhi's vulnerability to seismic activity is due to its geological location near the Indian and Eurasian Plates collision zone and local fault systems. Retrofitting older buildings and improving preparedness are essential to mitigate future damage.

Indian-origin opposition leader in Singapore, Pritam Singh, was convicted of giving false testimony to a parliamentary committee, potentially disqualifying him from the upcoming general election. The case involves former lawmaker Raeesah Khan, who lied in Parliament. Singh, facing up to three years in prison or a fine, denies knowing the story was false.

Strong earthquake tremors shook New Delhi at 5:36 AM on Monday, causing panic among residents. With a magnitude of 4.0, people in New Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad ran out of buildings as they felt intense shaking. Authorities urged residents to stay vigilant for aftershocks.

Four members of a family, including a businessman named Chethan, were found dead in their Mysuru apartment. Police suspect financial issues might have led to the deaths. Chethan was reportedly under heavy debt and sent a voice message hinting his intent. Investigations are ongoing, and authorities are urging people in distress to seek support.

A stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night resulted in 18 deaths, including five children. Confusion over train announcements led to the deadly incident, with overcrowding and panic as primary triggers. Multiple inquiries have been initiated to determine the exact cause.

"The report... about an MoU by the ECI in 2012, when I was CEC, for funding of certain million dollars by a U.S. agency for raising voter turnout in India does not have an iota of fact," S.Y. Quraishi said in a statement.

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and Aravind Srinivas of Perplexity AI engaged in a friendly online banter about their AI advancements. Altman praised ChatGPT-4o's update, while Srinivas introduced Perplexity's Deep Research Agent. Srinivas also challenged Google's Sundar Pichai for the next move, highlighting the competitive spirit between the two companies.

Ed Sheeran concluded his Mathematics tour in India with a powerful performance in Gurugram, donning an Indian cricket team's jersey for the finale. The concert, attended by thousands, was a heartfelt tribute to his Indian fans. His gesture resonated deeply, aligning with the excitement for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to remain calm and follow safety measures after a 4.0 magnitude earthquake hit Delhi and nearby areas. Authorities are monitoring the situation for potential aftershocks, and emergency helplines have been provided for assistance.

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Michael Clarke predicts that India captain Rohit Sharma will be the top run-scorer in the ICC Champions Trophy, citing his return to form. Clarke also picks England’s Jofra Archer as the leading wicket-taker and Australian opener Travis Head as the Player of the Tournament, despite not expecting their teams to win.

The tremors rocked several parts of the city and the adjoining National Capital Region; the epicentre was near Durgabai Deshmukh College of Special Education in Dhaula Kuan, an official told PTI

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh downplays the hype around the upcoming India-Pakistan clash in the ICC Champions Trophy, asserting India's superiority due to their stronger squad. He highlights India's key players' form and Pakistan's inconsistency, predicting a one-sided match. Harbhajan also sees Afghanistan as potential strong contenders in the tournament.