UP BJP rejig: New office-bearers announced
AgenciesUP BJP chief, Pankaj ChaudharyLucknow: The BJP on Thursday announced new office bearers for its Uttar Pradesh unit, replacing all six regional presidents, to strengthen its organisational structure ahead of the 2027 assembly elections.According to the list issued by state BJP president Pankaj Chaudhary, the party has appointed 19 vice presidents and eight general secretaries.
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AgenciesUP BJP chief, Pankaj ChaudharyLucknow: The BJP on Thursday announced new office bearers for its Uttar Pradesh unit, replacing all six regional presidents, to strengthen its organisational structure ahead of the 2027 assembly elections.According to the list issued by state BJP president Pankaj Chaudhary, the party has appointed 19 vice presidents and eight general secretaries.
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India at the start of a major recovery: Ben Powell
ETMarkets.comFor India's equity markets, the stars may finally be aligning. Ben Powell, Chief Investment Strategist for APAC at BlackRock Investment Institute, says foreign investors are only at the very beginning of rediscovering India, and the conditions for a sustained recovery are falling into place faster than most expect.Speaking to ET Now from the United Arab Emirates, Powell pointed to two seismic shifts driving his optimism: the normalisation of oil prices following the US-Iran resolution, and a broader repricing of India's long-term growth story by global investors.The oil tailwind is 'only just beginning'The reopening of Middle East shipping lanes.
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ETMarkets.comFor India's equity markets, the stars may finally be aligning. Ben Powell, Chief Investment Strategist for APAC at BlackRock Investment Institute, says foreign investors are only at the very beginning of rediscovering India, and the conditions for a sustained recovery are falling into place faster than most expect.Speaking to ET Now from the United Arab Emirates, Powell pointed to two seismic shifts driving his optimism: the normalisation of oil prices following the US-Iran resolution, and a broader repricing of India's long-term growth story by global investors.The oil tailwind is 'only just beginning'The reopening of Middle East shipping lanes.
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Sensex soars as crude cure adds ₹2 lakh crore
ETMarkets.comThe Indian stock market extended its rally on Thursday, with the Sensex and Nifty surging over 1% each as falling crude oil prices and supportive global cues bolstered bullish sentiment on Dalal Street.Sensex gained nearly 800 points to 77,786, while Nifty 50 jumped over 200 points to 24,259, as of 12:15 pm. The sharp gains added nearly Rs 2 lakh crore to the total market capitalisation of all companies listed on BSE, pulling it up to Rs 478 lakh crore.IndiGo and Maruti Suzuki shares soared nearly 5% each to lead gains on the Sensex.
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ETMarkets.comThe Indian stock market extended its rally on Thursday, with the Sensex and Nifty surging over 1% each as falling crude oil prices and supportive global cues bolstered bullish sentiment on Dalal Street.Sensex gained nearly 800 points to 77,786, while Nifty 50 jumped over 200 points to 24,259, as of 12:15 pm. The sharp gains added nearly Rs 2 lakh crore to the total market capitalisation of all companies listed on BSE, pulling it up to Rs 478 lakh crore.IndiGo and Maruti Suzuki shares soared nearly 5% each to lead gains on the Sensex.
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Alpha Wave sells entire 1.9% stake in Delhivery
PTINew Delhi, Global alternative asset manager Alpha Wave Global has exited logistics company Delhivery by selling its entire 1.93 per cent stake for Rs 665 crore through open market transactions.Following the stake sale, shares of Delhivery on Thursday fell 2.21 per cent to trade at Rs 470.40 apiece on the NSE, and the scrip also slipped 2.15 per cent at Rs 470.25 per piece on the BSE.US-based Alpha Wave Global, through its affiliate, Alpha Wave Ventures, LP, offloaded a total of 1,44,44,800 shares in two tranches, representing a 1.93 per cent stake in Delhivery, as per the bulk deal data available on the BSE and NSE.The transactions executed on Wednesday in the price range of Rs 460.03-460.36 apiece, taking the combined deal value to Rs 664.74 crore.At the end of the March quarter, Alpha Wave Ventures, LP held a 1.93 per cent stake in Gurugram-based Delhivery.Live EventsOn Tuesday, ve…
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PTINew Delhi, Global alternative asset manager Alpha Wave Global has exited logistics company Delhivery by selling its entire 1.93 per cent stake for Rs 665 crore through open market transactions.Following the stake sale, shares of Delhivery on Thursday fell 2.21 per cent to trade at Rs 470.40 apiece on the NSE, and the scrip also slipped 2.15 per cent at Rs 470.25 per piece on the BSE.US-based Alpha Wave Global, through its affiliate, Alpha Wave Ventures, LP, offloaded a total of 1,44,44,800 shares in two tranches, representing a 1.93 per cent stake in Delhivery, as per the bulk deal data available on the BSE and NSE.The transactions executed on Wednesday in the price range of Rs 460.03-460.36 apiece, taking the combined deal value to Rs 664.74 crore.At the end of the March quarter, Alpha Wave Ventures, LP held a 1.93 per cent stake in Gurugram-based Delhivery.Live EventsOn Tuesday, ve…
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These EPFO services unavailable for 3 days
SynopsisEPFO's online portal will be inaccessible for claim submissions and processing from June 26th to June 28th, 2026, due to a planned technology upgrade. Services on the Umang app will also be unavailable until July 2nd. This temporary shutdown aims to enhance service delivery and user experience.
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SynopsisEPFO's online portal will be inaccessible for claim submissions and processing from June 26th to June 28th, 2026, due to a planned technology upgrade. Services on the Umang app will also be unavailable until July 2nd. This temporary shutdown aims to enhance service delivery and user experience.
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Ford flags ethanol blend risks to engines, warranty
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Adani launches initiative to find entrepreneurs
ReutersAdani Group Chairman Gautam AdaniVande Bharatam, a nationwide initiative launched by Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on his 64th birthday, will scout innovators and entrepreneurs from all 36 States and Union Territories and over 800 districts across India.The programme seeks to expand opportunities beyond traditional startup hubs by inviting participants from cities, towns and villages, regardless of age, educational background or whether they have a registered startup. Applicants can submit ideas, prototypes, early-stage ventures or established businesses.Read more: Beyond Ports & Power: Gautam Adani's next big bet isn't just infraEntries are invited across sectors including technology, manufacturing, sustainability, agriculture, traditional crafts and community-led solutions.
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ReutersAdani Group Chairman Gautam AdaniVande Bharatam, a nationwide initiative launched by Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on his 64th birthday, will scout innovators and entrepreneurs from all 36 States and Union Territories and over 800 districts across India.The programme seeks to expand opportunities beyond traditional startup hubs by inviting participants from cities, towns and villages, regardless of age, educational background or whether they have a registered startup. Applicants can submit ideas, prototypes, early-stage ventures or established businesses.Read more: Beyond Ports & Power: Gautam Adani's next big bet isn't just infraEntries are invited across sectors including technology, manufacturing, sustainability, agriculture, traditional crafts and community-led solutions.
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Gold rate today: 24k vs 22k vs 20k vs 18k
SynopsisGold prices and silver prices continued their descent on Thursday, June 25, 2026, offering a welcome respite for buyers after recent surges. IBJS 22k gold and leading jewelers like Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kalyan Jewellers, and Joyalukkas have all reported lower rates for 22K gold across major cities.
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SynopsisGold prices and silver prices continued their descent on Thursday, June 25, 2026, offering a welcome respite for buyers after recent surges. IBJS 22k gold and leading jewelers like Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kalyan Jewellers, and Joyalukkas have all reported lower rates for 22K gold across major cities.
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Big payday for Tech Mahindra CEO. Here's what he got
SynopsisTech Mahindra CEO Mohit Joshi's pay surged 11.7% to Rs 67.5 crore in FY26, surpassing peers at Wipro and TCS. This reflects the company's aggressive push into AI and its ongoing turnaround strategy. While median employee pay dipped, Tech Mahindra reported strong revenue and profit growth, with significant deal bookings and a focus on AI-led services for future expansion.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenReutersTech Mahindra chief executive Mohit Joshi received total remuneration of Rs 67.5 crore in FY26, up 11.7% from the previous year, according to the fifth-largest Indian IT services company’s annual report.Calculated in British pounds, Joshi’s compensation comprised a salary of £1.36 million, performance-linked pay and bonus of £1.11 million, and stock-option gains of £2.93 million.
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SynopsisTech Mahindra CEO Mohit Joshi's pay surged 11.7% to Rs 67.5 crore in FY26, surpassing peers at Wipro and TCS. This reflects the company's aggressive push into AI and its ongoing turnaround strategy. While median employee pay dipped, Tech Mahindra reported strong revenue and profit growth, with significant deal bookings and a focus on AI-led services for future expansion.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenReutersTech Mahindra chief executive Mohit Joshi received total remuneration of Rs 67.5 crore in FY26, up 11.7% from the previous year, according to the fifth-largest Indian IT services company’s annual report.Calculated in British pounds, Joshi’s compensation comprised a salary of £1.36 million, performance-linked pay and bonus of £1.11 million, and stock-option gains of £2.93 million.
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Noel Tata faces setback as IPO genie may slip free
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HM meets President amid cabinet reshuffle buzz
ANINew Delhi, Jun 25 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah meets President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi on Thursday. (ANI Photo)New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday called on President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here amid the buzz over a reshuffle of the union council of ministers.The president's office shared a picture of the meeting in a post on X.Read more: Malayalam cinema veteran Mammootty receives Padma Bhushan from President Murmu"Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation Shri Amit Shah called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan," the post said.President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) posts, "Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation Shri Amit Shah called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan." pic.twitter.com/2gpN8b8sKi— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 25, 2026 On Tuesday, Prime Minister …
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ANINew Delhi, Jun 25 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah meets President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi on Thursday. (ANI Photo)New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday called on President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here amid the buzz over a reshuffle of the union council of ministers.The president's office shared a picture of the meeting in a post on X.Read more: Malayalam cinema veteran Mammootty receives Padma Bhushan from President Murmu"Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation Shri Amit Shah called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan," the post said.President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) posts, "Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation Shri Amit Shah called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan." pic.twitter.com/2gpN8b8sKi— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 25, 2026 On Tuesday, Prime Minister …
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Iran Guard raises another red flag in Hormuz
ANIIRGC Navy rejects new Strait of Hormuz route, warns of enforcement measures: Iranian MediaTehran: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has warned vessels to use only authorised routes through the Strait of Hormuz, saying any transit outside those designated by Iran could face enforcement action, as reported by Iranian news agency Press TV.As per Press TV, the IRGC Navy said that "certain authorities" had announced a new maritime transit route through the strategic waterway without consulting Tehran."Certain authorities have announced a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz without prior notification to or coordination with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The proposed route is unacceptable and poses serious safety risks," the IRGC Navy said.Also read: Iran makes 'major concessions', agrees to long-term nuclear inspections, claims TrumpThe force asserted that only …
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ANIIRGC Navy rejects new Strait of Hormuz route, warns of enforcement measures: Iranian MediaTehran: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has warned vessels to use only authorised routes through the Strait of Hormuz, saying any transit outside those designated by Iran could face enforcement action, as reported by Iranian news agency Press TV.As per Press TV, the IRGC Navy said that "certain authorities" had announced a new maritime transit route through the strategic waterway without consulting Tehran."Certain authorities have announced a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz without prior notification to or coordination with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The proposed route is unacceptable and poses serious safety risks," the IRGC Navy said.Also read: Iran makes 'major concessions', agrees to long-term nuclear inspections, claims TrumpThe force asserted that only …
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Maha FDA bans food in newspaper wraps
AgenciesMaharashtra FDA bans serving food in newspapers, issues statewide food safety orderThe Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a comprehensive food safety compliance order under the 'Safe Food, Healthy Maharashtra' campaign, banning the serving of food in newspapers or printed paper and mandating a raft of hygiene standards across the state's food service industry, ET Now reported.The order covers hotels, restaurants, dhabas, cloud kitchens, caterers and online food delivery platforms across the state.
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AgenciesMaharashtra FDA bans serving food in newspapers, issues statewide food safety orderThe Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a comprehensive food safety compliance order under the 'Safe Food, Healthy Maharashtra' campaign, banning the serving of food in newspapers or printed paper and mandating a raft of hygiene standards across the state's food service industry, ET Now reported.The order covers hotels, restaurants, dhabas, cloud kitchens, caterers and online food delivery platforms across the state.
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Typhoon Mekkhala rains hit Taiwan, 200 evacuated
ReutersFILE PHOTO: A woman holds her umbrella amidst strong winds and rain as a typhoon approaches, in Taipei, Taiwan, November 11, 2025. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File PhotoTaipei: Heavy rains from a passing typhoon caused localised flooding in Taipei and parts of southern Taiwan on Thursday, while more than 200 people on the east coast will be evacuated ahead of a possible breach of a barrier lake in the mountains.Although Typhoon Mekkhala, which is heading towards Japan, will not make direct landfall in Taiwan, its outer bands are bringing torrential rain to parts of the island, especially in Kaohsiung and Pingtung in the south.Read more: Taiwan says warning time for any China attack is shorteningPingtung's government ordered all offices and schools closed on Thursday afternoon, while neighbouring Kaohsiung did the same for two mountainous areas.
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ReutersFILE PHOTO: A woman holds her umbrella amidst strong winds and rain as a typhoon approaches, in Taipei, Taiwan, November 11, 2025. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File PhotoTaipei: Heavy rains from a passing typhoon caused localised flooding in Taipei and parts of southern Taiwan on Thursday, while more than 200 people on the east coast will be evacuated ahead of a possible breach of a barrier lake in the mountains.Although Typhoon Mekkhala, which is heading towards Japan, will not make direct landfall in Taiwan, its outer bands are bringing torrential rain to parts of the island, especially in Kaohsiung and Pingtung in the south.Read more: Taiwan says warning time for any China attack is shorteningPingtung's government ordered all offices and schools closed on Thursday afternoon, while neighbouring Kaohsiung did the same for two mountainous areas.
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SBI sees WB budget tone most positive in 17 yrs
PTIKolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu AdhikariKolkata: SBI Research has said the West Bengal Budget for 2026-27 carries the most optimistic policy narrative in 17 years, marking a decisive shift from the redistributive framework that defined both the Left Front and Trinamool Congress rule.The BJP government in West Bengal sought to blend welfare continuity with political and administrative reset in its maiden budget presented on Monday, as it pledged to fill one lakh government vacancies and increase dearness allowance by 20 percentage points, while stressing the need for fiscal discipline.In a note released on Wednesday, the State Bank of India's economic research arm said an analysis of West Bengal budget speeches from 2010-11 to 2026-27 found that this budget exhibits an unprecedented degree of positive linguistic framing, with future commitment keywords scoring 150.5 mentio…
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PTIKolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu AdhikariKolkata: SBI Research has said the West Bengal Budget for 2026-27 carries the most optimistic policy narrative in 17 years, marking a decisive shift from the redistributive framework that defined both the Left Front and Trinamool Congress rule.The BJP government in West Bengal sought to blend welfare continuity with political and administrative reset in its maiden budget presented on Monday, as it pledged to fill one lakh government vacancies and increase dearness allowance by 20 percentage points, while stressing the need for fiscal discipline.In a note released on Wednesday, the State Bank of India's economic research arm said an analysis of West Bengal budget speeches from 2010-11 to 2026-27 found that this budget exhibits an unprecedented degree of positive linguistic framing, with future commitment keywords scoring 150.5 mentio…
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Suzlon, Tata Power cross 1 GW in orders
ANISuzlon crosses 1 GW in cumulative orders with Tata Power after new 400 MW EPC contractSuzlon Energy has secured a 400 MW wind energy EPC contract from Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), taking the two companies' cumulative order partnership past 1 GW across four states — Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh, the company said in a press release. The new contract, awarded in less than 12 months of the previous order, will be executed in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh.
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ANISuzlon crosses 1 GW in cumulative orders with Tata Power after new 400 MW EPC contractSuzlon Energy has secured a 400 MW wind energy EPC contract from Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), taking the two companies' cumulative order partnership past 1 GW across four states — Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh, the company said in a press release. The new contract, awarded in less than 12 months of the previous order, will be executed in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh.
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SIR drive begins in Telangana
PTISIR drive begins in Telangana, 36,000 BLOs set to knock on doorsHyderabad: The house-to-house enumeration for the SIR of electoral rolls commenced in Telangana on Thursday, with nearly 36,000 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) deployed across the state, officials said.According to Chief Electoral Officer C Sudharsan Reddy, the door-to-door exercise will continue until July 24, after which the draft electoral roll will be published on July 31. The final roll will be published on October 1 after considering objections and hearings "The Election Commission does not intend to remove votes arbitrarily.
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PTISIR drive begins in Telangana, 36,000 BLOs set to knock on doorsHyderabad: The house-to-house enumeration for the SIR of electoral rolls commenced in Telangana on Thursday, with nearly 36,000 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) deployed across the state, officials said.According to Chief Electoral Officer C Sudharsan Reddy, the door-to-door exercise will continue until July 24, after which the draft electoral roll will be published on July 31. The final roll will be published on October 1 after considering objections and hearings "The Election Commission does not intend to remove votes arbitrarily.
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Govt hints at airfare charge revision as crude calms
ANIRepresentative ImageThe government may ask airlines to review surge charges and additional fares if crude oil prices remain stable over a longer period, Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu said on Thursday.Currently, the Centre reviews Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices on a fortnightly basis, based on movement of global crude prices. Besides it has also created a Rs 10,000 crore price stabilisation fund to support airlines in times of distress due to the ongoing US-Iran war.Also read: Jet fuel crack spread may exceed $50 in 2026; airfares may climb up to 25%: ReportNaidu said the Centre was closely monitoring ATF prices and was in discussions with airlines to assess whether the recent decline in prices was sustainable.Live Events"Secondly, now that we are seeing prices coming down, we still have to see if this is a long-term reduction or if it is sudden, and we are talking to …
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ANIRepresentative ImageThe government may ask airlines to review surge charges and additional fares if crude oil prices remain stable over a longer period, Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu said on Thursday.Currently, the Centre reviews Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices on a fortnightly basis, based on movement of global crude prices. Besides it has also created a Rs 10,000 crore price stabilisation fund to support airlines in times of distress due to the ongoing US-Iran war.Also read: Jet fuel crack spread may exceed $50 in 2026; airfares may climb up to 25%: ReportNaidu said the Centre was closely monitoring ATF prices and was in discussions with airlines to assess whether the recent decline in prices was sustainable.Live Events"Secondly, now that we are seeing prices coming down, we still have to see if this is a long-term reduction or if it is sudden, and we are talking to …
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Kolkata godown collapse death toll rises to nine
PTIRescue operation underway after a five-storey under-construction building collapsed, at Garden Reach area in Kolkata. Kolkata: The death toll in the collapse of an under-construction godown in South Kolkata’s Taratala area increased to nine on Thursday, while 20 people were injured.
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PTIRescue operation underway after a five-storey under-construction building collapsed, at Garden Reach area in Kolkata. Kolkata: The death toll in the collapse of an under-construction godown in South Kolkata’s Taratala area increased to nine on Thursday, while 20 people were injured.
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Iran oils its way into deepening India ties
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Kenya marks protest anniversary amid fears of more violence
To display this content from YouTube, you must enable tracking and audience measurement. Accept Manage my choices One of your browser extensions seems to be blocking the video player from loading. To watch this content, you may need to disable it on this site. Try again Cover image: © France 24 02:06 Kenya marks protest anniversary amid fears of more violence Issued on: 25/06/2026 - 10:52 Share Kenya on Thursday marks two years since protests against the 2024 Finance Bill turned violent. The police crackdown left more than 60 people dead and hundreds injured. As civil society groups prepare to take to the streets, many fear the government's response. In recent years, the use of violence has become increasingly widespread in Kenya.
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To display this content from YouTube, you must enable tracking and audience measurement. Accept Manage my choices One of your browser extensions seems to be blocking the video player from loading. To watch this content, you may need to disable it on this site. Try again Cover image: © France 24 02:06 Kenya marks protest anniversary amid fears of more violence Issued on: 25/06/2026 - 10:52 Share Kenya on Thursday marks two years since protests against the 2024 Finance Bill turned violent. The police crackdown left more than 60 people dead and hundreds injured. As civil society groups prepare to take to the streets, many fear the government's response. In recent years, the use of violence has become increasingly widespread in Kenya.
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