Gautam Adani’s fortune has soared by $13 billion over the last two trading sessions after India’s markets regulator dismissed parts of a high-profile case against his conglomerate.

Kolkata is grappling with severe flooding after record rainfall, leading to eight electrocution deaths and widespread disruption. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has blamed poor dredging and the CESC for the crisis, announcing advanced Puja holidays and virtual inaugurations.

CM Yogi Adityanath said that India’s contribution to the global economy was 25 per cent three centuries ago, but agricultural and industrial output suffered under colonial rule