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The NDA in Bihar announced its seat sharing agreement, with BJP contesting 17 seats and JD(U) 16. LJP, HAM, and RLP will contest 5, 1, and 1 seat respectively. The 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Bihar will be held in seven phases from April 19 to June 1. In 2019, NDA won 39 out of 40 seats while the opposition managed only one.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Vladimir Putin on his re-election as the President of Russia on Monday. In post on X, PM Modi "Warm congratulations to H.E. Mr. Vladimir Putin on his re-election as the President of the Russian Federation. Look forward to working together to further strengthen the time-tested Special & Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia in the years to come.

Having survived a horrific car crash in December, 2022, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant will make a comeback to competitive cricket after more than 14 months as Delhi Capitals captain after an extensive rehabilitation programme. Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar acknowledged that Pant's presence and his lively personality contribute significantly to the entertainment factor of the IPL.

Dadasaheb Bhagat's journey from a daily wage-earner to successful entrepreneur impressed Sharks in Shark Tank India 3. Aman Gupta invested Rs 1 crore for 10% equity in his Indian design software, while Peyush offered a conditional deal focusing on team building. He then says, 'Sir aap apne aap ko iss industry ke gunde kehte ho, aap gunde nahi baazigar ho.'

A clinical Royal Challengers Bangalore won the Women's Premier League 2024 title with an eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in the final on Sunday. Batting first, DC were bowled out for 113 in 18.3 overs. RCB chased down the target of 114 with three balls to spare, much to the disappointment of the weekend crowd that turned out to support the home team.

China's President Xi Jinping congratulated Vladimir Putin on his re-election, emphasizing strong support from the Russian populace. Putin echoed sentiments, foreseeing enhanced Russia-China ties. Despite Western criticism, China's reluctance to condemn Russia's actions in Ukraine has bolstered Putin's stance, drawing the two nations closer as allies against the US-led West, raising global concerns.

Narayana Murthy’s big gift for grandson! Four-month-old Ekagrah Rohan Murty, grandson of billionaire NR Narayana Murthy, has received a big gift of 15 lakh Infosys shares worth over Rs 240 crore from his grandfather. This gift reduces Narayana Murthy's stake to 0.36% in Infosys.

India, led by IT minister Vaishnaw, aims to be a top semiconductor producer in 5 years, leveraging talent pool and global partnerships. Strong government-industry collaboration drives the country's ambition in the semiconductor space. As per Vaishnaw, India sees itself as a “trusted value chain partner” for electronic device manufacturers, industrial and defence electronics, power electronics.

Mercedes integrates Apptronik's Apollo humanoid robots in factories for various tasks, with potential use cases in logistics. Apollo, modular with LED communication features, was announced in August 2023. Jorg Burzer explores robotics' impact on automotive manufacturing.

City police arrested three youths in Bengaluru for attempted murder after they stabbed a shop owner during evening prayers. Investigations are ongoing, and the accused are in custody, yet to be identified.

Ahead of IPL, Hardik Pandya expressed joy in leading Mumbai Indians, aiming to excel as an all-rounder. Boucher praised Thushara & Malinga's camaraderie. IPL 2024 begins on March 22, with Mumbai Indians facing Gujarat Titans on March 24. Pandya had made his IPL debut with Mumbai Indians in 2015 and won four titles with the side before joining Gujarat Titans in 2022.

Nasa tested deep-space communication by beaming a cat video 19 million miles away, showcasing the importance of innovative technology like DTN. This experiment with Taters the cat highlights advancements in space communication for future missions.

PM Modi criticizes Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' remark, emphasizing devotion to all women as 'Shakti'. Election battle highlighted with increasing BJP wave in Telangana. Slams Congress, INDIA bloc, and BRS for corruption and anti-Hindu sentiments.

Apple invests $1 billion annually in AI to compete with industry leaders. MM1 paper showcases breakthroughs in image captioning and AI developments. CEO Tim Cook hints at exciting upcoming AI projects.

Travelers express concerns over Boeing 737 MAX safety, prompting a shift in flight decisions. Recent incidents have increased passenger have led to increased scrutiny of aircraft models before booking. Boeing faces scrutiny after accidents affecting the 737 MAX, impacting its reputation and prompting safety modifications.

India builds climate-controlled bunkers at Sela Pass in Arunachal Pradesh to shelter soldiers in extreme temperatures. The bunkers, integrated into border infrastructure, feature green technologies and aim to improve troop comfort and combat readiness.