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1. Hyderabad put on high alert, public advised to stay vigilant: ‘State, Centre working together,’ says Revanth Reddy  The Indian Express
2. Telangana govt on high alert after Operation Sindoor: CM Reddy announces emergency measures  Deccan Herald
3. Rally in support of Army today; CM to participate  The Hindu
4. 'Detain Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals...': Telangana CM Revanth Reddy directs police officials  Mint
5. Mock drill to prepare residents for any emergency: Hyderabad police commissioner CV Anand  Times of India

Shares of one of India's highest-valued equities, MRF Ltd, climbed as much as 4.8% on Wednesday to Rs 1,41,505 on the BSE after the tyre maker posted a 31% year-on-year surge in fourth-quarter net profit and declared a final dividend of Rs 229 per share.The stock ended Wednesday's session 4.23% higher at Rs 1,40,670.75 on the BSE. The tyre maker reported a net profit of Rs 498 crore for the quarter ended March 2025, compared to Rs 380 crore in the same period a year earlier. Revenue from operations rose 12% during the March quarter to Rs 6,944 crore, up from Rs 6,215 crore in the year-ago quarter.Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) increased 18% to Rs 1,043 crore during the quarter. The EBITDA margin for the March quarter expanded to 15%, indicating improved operating efficiency.Dividend detailsAlongside its results, the company announced a final dividend of Rs 229 per share for FY25, equivalent to 2290% on the face value of Rs 10. This takes the total dividend payout for the fiscal year to Rs 235 per share, including two interim dividends of Rs 3 each that were paid earlier in the year.Despite the steep payout, MRF’s dividend yield remains modest at 0.15%, based on its prevailing stock price of around Rs 1,40,000, according to Trendlyne data.The last dividend paid by MRF was Rs 3 per share, with a record date of February 14, 2025. A similar interim dividend was declared earlier with a record date of November 19, 2024.Also read | MRF Q4 Results: Co announces dividend of Rs 229 per share as PAT jumps 31% YoYMRF is India’s largest tyre manufacturer and among the top tyre makers globally. The company offers a broad range of tyres across segments—from passenger cars and trucks to motorcycles and agricultural vehicles. It has also diversified into conveyor belts, paints, and sports goods over the years.(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views, and opinions given by experts are their own. These do not represent the views of the Economic Times)

1. Mock drills to be held at 6 locations in Pune instead of 3 today: officials  The Indian Express
2. 15 lakh people across nation join hands to test and enforce safety measures  Times of India
3. Mock drills conducted in 5 M.P. districts; BJP, Congress praise Armed Forces  The Hindu
4. India blackout mock drill: Delhi, Mumbai, other cities to switch off lights — how's it conducted? Check timings, areas  Mint
5. Watch: Rajasthan's Golden Jaisalmer Fort Goes Dark During Mock Drill  NDTV

1. Government defends National Insurance exemption in UK-India deal  BBC
2. UK PM Starmer says British workers not sold out in India trade deal after Opposition complains about concessions  The Indian Express
3. UK-India FTA: Scotch whisky prices may remain high despite tariff cut  Mint
4. Reduced tariffs under India-UK FTA will strengthen textile sector: Experts  Times of India
5. Som Distilleries, other liquor stocks tumble up to 5% as India-UK FTA slashes scotch whisky tariffs  The Economic Times

1. Chandni Sharma CONFIRMS quitting Jhanak after the 20 year leap: 'Until we play..'  India Forums
2. Exclusive! Kajal Pisal: Jhanak to take a 20-year generational leap, replacing the current cast  Times of India
3. Jhanak New Heroine Name: Kanwar Dhillon’s Co-Star Confirms REJECTING Offer To Replace Hiba Nawab After Leap  Filmibeat
4. Jhanak: Hiba Nawab And Krushal Ahuja Starrer To Take A Leap Of 20 Years, Lead Actors To Be Replaced  Free Press Journal
5. Jhanak: Hiba Nawab to be replaced by THIS Pandya Store actress post leap?  Bollywood Life

1. Microsoft adds AI assistant to Windows 11 settings  Digital Watch Observatory
2. Introducing a new generation of Windows experiences  Windows Blog
3. Microsoft Will Soon Bring A New Start Menu And AI Agents With Windows 11 Update- News18  News18
4. Microsoft introduces agentic AI experience for Copilot Plus PCs: What's new  Business Standard
5. Windows 11 gets AI boost with new Start Menu and Copilot+ features  Business Today

1. Well-preserved fossil of pregnant ichthyosaur reveals iguanas floated 5000 miles across Pacific  Moneycontrol
2. Meet Fiona, The Pregnant Icthyosaur Fossil  Science Friday
3. Ancient Iguanas Floated 5,000 Miles Across The Pacific | A Pregnant Icthyosaur Fossil | Science Friday  WNYC Studios | Podcasts
4. This Unexpected Animal "Rafted" Thousands Of Miles From North America To Fiji  TheTravel
5. Scientists Uncover Shockingly Well-Preserved Pregnant Ichthyosaur Fossil  Indian Defence Review

Operation Sindoor: Over 200 Flights Cancelled, 18 Airports Temporarily Closed For Operations  NDTVView Full coverage on Google News