From Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s new IPL captaincy record and ED’s case against BBC to India’s export registering a record high in 2022-23, read on to know more about the latest trending news and updates in our April 13 news roundup.
Dhoni breaks yet another IPL record: Leads CSK in 200th game
Mahendra Singh Dhoni broke yet another IPL record in CSK’s Wednesday night game against Rajasthan Royals. The CSK talisman became the first captain to lead his franchise into 200 IPL games. Over the years, Dhoni has also been the most consistent IPL captain, winning the tournament 4 times.
Report bugs in ChatGPT and earn $20,000, say makers OpenAI
In a unique program, ChatGPT makers OpenAI have announced a reward of $20,000 for anyone who reports a new bug in their artificial intelligence system. This is an attempt by OpenAI to make its platforms secure by roping in ethical hackers and programmers with an incentive-based program.
ED lodges FEMA cases against BBC India
The Enforcement Directorate has lodged a case against BBC India under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). After the case was lodged a fortnight ago, up to 6 BBC India employees have already been questioned by ED, including the director.
India’s wheat export ban to continue, says Union Minister Goyal
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has clarified that the ban on export of wheat from India will continue in order to ensure adequate supply of food grains for the domestic market. It must be noted that India, which is the second-largest producer of wheat, banned exports in May 2022.
India’s exports went up by 6 per cent in 2022-23
India’s exports in petroleum, pharma and chemicals have gone up by 6 per cent in 2022-23, reaching a whopping $447 billion. During the same period, India’s imports also grew by 16.5 per cent on an year-over-year basis, reaching $714 billion.
Gold prices jump ₹340; Silver up by ₹1,100
According to HDFC securities, Gold prices jumped by ₹340 to reach ₹61,280 per 10 grams on Thursday. Silver prices, on the other hand, shot up by ₹1,110 to reach ₹77,150 per kilogram. This increase in prices has come up amid a rally in precious metal prices globally.
IMD issues heatwave warning for WB, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Bihar
Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave warning for the next three to four days in West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Bihar. Above normal heatwave conditions are expected in most parts of central, east and northwest India.
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