As counting is on in the five states - Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Assam and West Bengal -- here's a look at where the heavyweights stand.
'This book is really the story of the woman whose destiny takes her onto the path of an inordinately iconic man whom the world reveres as God!' 'It is the day-to-day demolition of her dreams that are at stark variance with those who view him as a trail blazer on the holy path to redemption, while he wrecks the peace of those whom he loves the most; his family.'
'Kerala isn't as dependent on agriculture like Bihar or Odisha or even other southern states.' 'Economic losses would not be too intense, unlike other states.' 'The floods could, at best, impact India Inc's earnings for a quarter or two.'
The SC in its judgment said that discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation is a violation of Freedom of Expression. "Sexual orientation of an individual is natural and discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation is a violation of Freedom of Expression, Supreme Court," the court said.
The CBI court also ordered framing of charges against the accused in light of the Supreme Court order dated April 19, 2017.
The bench also said it would examine the Fundamental Right to life and sexual freedom.
"Suppose the suit of Ram Lalla goes then you have no independent claim... You can't survive if the deity does not survive."
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Global private equity major KKR has ranked India second among the emerging markets on external risks, citing the high fiscal and current account deficits.
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ICICI Prudential has tied up with the healthcare service provider to enable investors in its ICICI Prudential Savings Fund use the money seamlessly for medical purpose.
The Essar Oil, Rosneft deal also helped Arpwood Capital, boutique investment bank, co-founded by Rajeev Gupta and Raj Kataria, to grab the second spot in the mergers and acquisitions league table.
Core sector companies have seen volumes drop to single digit in the first nine months of FY16.
The financial year ending Saturday saw such big-ticket events that set the directional tone for the country's business journey.
For non-callable deposits above Rs 1 crore, the interest rate is only five basis points more than the regular FD.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought responses from Bharatiya Janata Party veteran L K Advani and others leaders on a plea against dropping of criminal conspiracy charge against them in the Babri mosque demolition case.
A CBI official has clarified that the agency did not find any criminal offence again DLF regarding land rights.
Investors will get the money directly in their demat accounts or through their brokers. They won't get physical delivery any more.
Justice V Gopala Gowda recused himself from the hearing without citing any reason and said, "let the matter be placed before the Chief Justice" for its allocation to some other bench.
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Sensex, Nifty slightly upbeat, midcaps to rule markets this week.
The apex court referred to a larger bench a plea seeking decriminalisation of gay sex between two consenting adults.
'This is an emotional issue and cannot be resolved by law alone.' 'This can be resolved only by creating trust again.' 'So much bloodletting has taken place, there is no point in going on and on.' 'Let us sit together and negotiate'
After enduring volatility for the first two months of calendar year 2016 (CY16), global equity markets have recouped some of the losses in March. Jigar Shah, chief executive officer, Maybank Kim Eng Securities, believes the next triggers for the rally will come from a soft landing in China and no recession situation in the US.
Bank shares were the top losers after sharp gains last week.
The Centre on Wednesday told the Supreme Court it would examine the current status of development in 61 coal blocks allocated to companies, on a case-by-case basis, and take a decision within six weeks.
Markets climb higher tracking global cues.
The 30-share Sensex and the 50-share Nifty ended flat at the mark of 29,008 and 8,767 respectively.
In a big shot in the arm for the YSR Congress party in Andhra Pradesh, a Central Bureau of Investigation court in Hyderabad on Monday granted conditional bail to its president and Member of Lok Sabha YS Jaganmohan Reddy in disproportionate assets case.
A generation has passed and the demolition appears to be a story of an era gone by, says Sharat Pradhan, who shares his experience as a witness in court in the Babri Masjid demolition case. On the 25th anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition, we republish this 2011 special.
The apex court, however, noted that Rajasthan Governor Kalyan Singh enjoys Constitutional immunity and can be tried only after he ceases to hold the office.
Zee Group is India's second-largest media and entertainment firm.
Constitutional questions referred to larger benches of the Supreme Court long ago have literally gathered dust, says M J Antony
Some make for good investment ideas even after a strong run-up but others could see gains fizzling.
The group needs to rustle up Rs 5,000 crore in cash and an equal amount in bank guarantees for bail.
Model Daljeet Sean Singh wants to give people a meaningful farewell.
'Today, three areas give banks a big headache -- steel, power, infrastructure.' 'Three Cs are very critical in lending -- character, capacity and collateral of the borrower.'
Upstaged by the swanky malls in town, both M G Road and Brigade Road have lost their "happening" status
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