BSE Index Services has launched the BSE Housing Finance Index to track companies in the housing finance sector. Derived from the BSE 1,000 Index, it will be reconstituted twice a year and is designed to support ETFs, index funds, and portfolio benchmarks, potentially transforming investment strategies in the segment.
Former Afghanistan pacer Shapoor Zadran is in critical condition in a Delhi ICU after being diagnosed with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening disease. The 38-year-old has been undergoing treatment since January for this condition, which causes severe hyperinflammation and tissue damage.
An H5N1 bird flu case has been confirmed at a poultry farm in Karnataka, prompting authorities to step up surveillance and containment measures. While the virus mainly affects birds and spreads rapidly among poultry, officials are closely monitoring the situation to prevent further spread.
Waaree Renewable shares jumped 13% after reporting strong Q4 results, with profit up ~66% and revenue surging over 130% YoY. The sharp growth has boosted investor confidence, driving a strong rally in the stock.
Bhooth Bangla brings back the classic Priyadarshan horror-comedy vibe, with Akshay Kumar leading the chaos inside a haunted mansion, but it’s Rajpal Yadav who steals the show with his comic timing. While the film delivers laughs and nostalgia with its ensemble cast, the real highlight is how the humor lands more consistently than the horror.
Pickleball is rapidly gaining popularity in the Canary Islands, with local authorities and federations now pushing for structured expansion through new courts, tournaments, and grassroots programs. The sport’s growth mirrors a wider European trend, where organised circuits and events are helping accelerate adoption and build a strong player base.