Today's Top Headlines: PM Modi's Nigeria Visit, Coldplay's Ahmedabad Concert Tickets, and More

Today's Top Headlines: Today’s headlines cover key developments in politics, entertainment, finance, and banking, with updates on international visits, a major concert announcement, and more.

PM Modi’s  Visit to Nigeria on November 16-17

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Nigeria, marking the first visit by an Indian PM to the country in 17 years. Secretary of Economic Relations Dammu Ravi stated that this visit comes at the invitation of Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Highlights of the visit:

• Modi will receive a ceremonial welcome.
• One-on-one meeting with the Nigerian President.
• Delegation-level talks followed by the signing of five Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs).

This visit strengthens the strategic partnership established in 2007 during former PM Manmohan Singh’s visit to Nigeria.

Coldplay’s Ahmedabad Concert Tickets Go on Sale Today

Fans of British rock band Coldplay can grab tickets for their newly announced fourth concert in India. Tickets will be available starting today, November 16, at 12 pm on BookMyShow. Concert Details:

• • Date: January 25, 2025
  • Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
  • Capacity: 100,000 fans, making it the biggest stadium show in the band's career.

The show is part of Coldplay’s ‘Music of the Spheres World Tour 2025’.

Q2 Results: Deepak Builders & Engineers

Deepak Builders & Engineers India will release their Q2FY25 financial results today for the July-September 2024 period. The market awaits updates on the company's earnings and performance.

Maharashtra Bank Employees Defer Strike

Bank employees in Maharashtra have deferred their planned strike after the state government assured enhanced security measures for the

‘Ladki Bahin’ Scheme. Key points:

• The scheme offers Rs.1,500 in cash transfers to eligible women.
• Heavy crowds at bank branches raised concerns about employee safety.
• The government has instructed District Collectors and Police Commissioners to prioritize the security of bank staff involved in the scheme’s rollout.

This decision helps ensure smoother implementation of the ambitious initiative launched ahead of state elections.

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