ICICI Bank Reports Strong Profit, Kejriwal Responds to ED Affidavit, and More
ICICI Bank reported a net profit of Rs 10,707.5 crore for the March quarter, reflecting strong financial performance. The bank's net interest income stood at Rs 19,093 crore, while the gross NPA remained at 2.16%.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal filed his response to the ED's affidavit in the Supreme Court, arguing that his arrest just before the Lok Sabha elections was arbitrary and politically motivated. He highlighted the timing of his arrest and the implementation of the Model Code of Conduct as evidence of the ED's intentions.
Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP's allegations about the Congress manifesto, calling them a "factory of lies." He emphasized the severity of unemployment in India, stating that 65% of educated youth are jobless. Kharge also announced that the Congress will announce its candidates for the prestigious Amethi and Rae Bareli seats in Uttar Pradesh within a few days.
Sunita Kejriwal, wife of Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, will lead the Aam Aadmi Party's Lok Sabha election campaign in Delhi and other states. The campaign will kick off with her inaugural roadshow in support of AAP's East Delhi candidate, Kuldeep Kumar.
The second phase of polling for the 2024 general elections concluded across 88 seats in 13 states and Union Territories. Kerala recorded a voter turnout of 70.21% for all 20 Lok Sabha seats.
Hamas is considering Israel's latest counterproposal for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages. Despite ongoing conflict, negotiations have not yet yielded peace. Hamas insists that any agreement must end Israel's hostilities.