From today, Jackfruit will be the official fruit of Kerala, a decision taken on proposal from the State agriculture department. Kerala government will make an official statement in order to promote the Kerala jackfruit that is known for its distinctive aroma and taste. The total revenue from the fruit is expected to around Rs 15,000 cr.

Madras High Court will hear the Nissan case today. In the previous hearing, the Japanese auto maker informed the court that there is an amicable settlement is possible. Talks between the Tamil Nadu government and Nissan has commenced. TN government had moved the HC in December 2017 over alleged unpaid tax refunds.

Mishra Dhatu Nigam will launch its Rs 438 cr IPO today with a price band fixed at Rs 87-90 per equity share. The proceeds from the share sale, undertaken on behalf of the President acting through the defence ministry, will go to the government.

Triumph Motorcycles is all set to launch its 2018 Triumph Tiger 800 today in India. The new Triumph will come with a new engine and expected to be more off-road friendly. It will also come with a new front-end design and LED headlamp setup.

NASA astronauts will go on a two-day visit to the International Space Station today. Three astronauts in Soyuz capsule will blast off to the space station as part of NASA’s ISS Expedition 56. They will join the Expedition 55 crew members who are already in the space.

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