Delhi was smeared in a morbid grey on Monday as the air quality index (AQI) surged to 494, the city's second-highest reading ever and just shy of the maximum of 500, as the Capital's calamitous pollution crisis plumbed new depths, with more than 20 million people held hostage in a sea of poison by the weather and an apathetic administration. Delhi's AQI was this bad on November 3, 2019, when the official 4pm reading was also 494. It was only topped, marginally, on November 7, 2016, when the num...Read More
Manasi Parekh says actresses shouldn't be embarrassed about their age. She recalls being dissuaded from marrying during her debut. 2024 has been rather special for Manasi Parekh. Not only did she mark two decades as an actor but also won the National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in Kutch Express. However, her initial days in the entertainment industry was no cakewalk. In an exclusive chat with News18 Showsha, Manasi opens up on how she was dissuaded from getting married to he...Read More
The EU's aggressive stance against Big Tech has inspired governments worldwide, from Australia to the US, to draft their own regulatory frameworks. The European Union (EU) has long prided itself on being a global leader in the regulation of Big Tech, with initiatives like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the more recent Digital Markets Act (DMA) and Digital Services Act (DSA). These frameworks are seen as trailblazing attempts to curb the monopolistic tendencies and societal ha...Read More
While India must put in place the best possible dispute resolution system, there is a need to further liberalise the policy regime for FDI, besides improving the conditions for doing business in the various states. The National Democratic Alliance regime is optimistic of attracting $100 billion annually in foreign direct investments (FDI) as it is currently the world's fastest-growing large economy with unmatched market growth opportunities in sunrise sectors such as semiconductors, electric ve...Read More
VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BioVaxys Technology Corp. (CSE: BIOV) (FRA: 5LB) ("BioVaxys" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it intends to complete a non-brokered private placement offering (the "Offering") consisting of up to an aggregate of 14,285,715 units of the Company (each, a "Unit") at a price of CAD$0.07 per Unit for gross proceeds of up to CAD$1,000,000. Each Unit consists of one (1) common share in the capital of the Company (each, a "Share") and one (1) wh...Read More
Times of India's Edit Page team comprises senior journalists with wide-ranging interests who debate and opine on the news and issues of the day. Over time, govts' failure to improve Delhi's air quality is bound to impact its economic primacy About three weeks ago, Delhi govt told NGT it was implementing its 21-point winter action plan involving about 30 govt depts to mitigate air pollution. It would be laughable were the situation not so serious. Yesterday, Delhi's AQI shot to over 490 on a sc...Read More
A Datum Intelligence report claimed that ecommerce GMV for the festive season crossed the INR 1 Lakh Cr mark in 2024, as against INR 81,000 Cr in 2023 and INR 69,800 Cr in 2022 After all the buzz around the fight between ecommerce marketplaces and quick commerce giants, how did Amazon India fare in the 2024 festive season sales? For the US-based ecommerce giant, the Great Indian Festival, which ran throughout October this year, the biggest takeaway is that Indian online shoppers are rapidl...Read More
A crucial meeting of the National Democratic Alliance called by Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Monday evening saw significant absences, with only 27 of 45 MLAs attending in person and one joining virtually, highlighting growing fissures within the ruling coalition as the state grapples with a fresh wave of ethnic violence. While six legislators cited medical reasons for their absence, 11 MLAs, including one minister, skipped the meeting without explanation, government officials said....Read More
Sir Speedy, PIP, and Signal Graphics continue to see growth and demand for printing services. Print supports many small businesses nationwide, which rely on fast, affordable marketing, sales, and training materials to promote and operate their businesses. MISSION VIEJO, Calif., Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sir Speedy, PIP, and Signal Graphics -- nationally known brands in the printing, signs, and marketing services sector -- continue to see growth and demand for printing services. Prin...Read More
NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with market evolution powered by AI - The global 5G testing equipment market size is estimated to grow by USD 605.76 million from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 8.43% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for improved network capacity to access connected services is driving market growth, with a trend towards software-defined testing for 5G equipment. However, high deployment cost of 5g...Read More
The headline, explained: We are amused, perplexed, little scared at Kochi schools' idea of grading with emojis Emojis originated in the 1980s from a foreshadowing that in the computer age, conveying human emotions would somehow become harder than it had been for millennia. Internet, smartphone and AI later, they may be the fastest growing language. Young Indians are second to none in 'speaking' it. Adults with any interest in effective communication with junior gens keep up, no matter how many ...Read More
NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with the AI impact on market trends - The global science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) toys market size is estimated to grow by USD 8.09 bn from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 8.89% during the forecast period. Growing emphasis on stem education is driving market growth, with a trend towards integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies in stem toy...Read More
Winter pollution poses serious physical and mental health risks. Combat stress with mindful practices, hydration, skincare, indoor plants, and exercise to improve well-being and resilience.With the onset of winter and AQI already skyrocketing, the air is not just polluted but stressful. To even think of stepping out of your doors is stressful; it is smog that has engulfed most cities, the capital being the most polluted. Myriad health challenges come along polluted air that we breathe, and one s...Read More
Delhi's air pollution is getting worse every year, and it's becoming a big problem for the city's future. Just three weeks ago, the Delhi government told the National Green Tribunal (NGT) it was working on a 21-point plan to fight pollution. Sounds good, right? But yesterday, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) hit 490 out of 500 in many parts of the city. That's *hazardous*. Even with rules like banning diesel cars, stopping construction, and moving schools online, things didn't improve. People are...Read More
Did you know emojis have been around since the 1980s? Back then, people were already worried that computers might make it harder to express feelings, something humans have done for thousands of years. Fast forward to today, and emojis are everywhere! They've become one of the fastest-growing "languages," and young Indians are total experts at using them. For adults trying to keep up, emojis are like learning a new subject in school. Teachers, especially, are finding it's part of their job now. ...Read More
The markets traded with a weak undertone as they stepped into the fresh week on Monday. The Nifty opened on a very quiet and flat note but soon lost ground in the first hour of the trade. A smart recovery followed, which saw the Nifty rebounding from its low point. The recovery of over 120 points was not sustained and the Nifty came off from its high point as well. The second half of the session was spent in a ranged manner. The headline index...Read More
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In a revealing Knesset speech on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israel was behind a series of devastating attacks on Hezbollah in September, revealing that the operation was brought forward after concerns that a secret Israeli intelligence method was about to be uncovered. Netanyahu disclosed that the attack, initially planned for October, was accelerated to prevent the planned operation from being exposed. Also read: Caught on camera: Moment Israel strike on B...Read More
Uno Minda Ltd, an aerospace industry player, shows potential for a price surge. Experts suggest a buying opportunity for high-risk traders if the stock closes above Rs 1,050. This could lead to a target price of Rs 1,175-1,255 within the next four to six weeks. The stock, forming a Rounding Accumulation pattern, indicates a potential upward trend reversal. Uno Minda Ltd, part of the aerospace industry, has rallied by over 50% in the last 12 months but was consolidating in the last 3 months. It ...Read More
Boston, MA, Nov. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MiniLuxe Holding Corp. (TSXV: MNLX) today announced its financial results for the 13 and 39 weeks ended September 29, 2024 (Q3 2024 and YTD Q3 2024, respectively). The fiscal year of MiniLuxe is a 52-week reporting cycle ending on the Sunday closest to December 31, which periodically necessitates a fiscal year of 53 weeks; fiscal years referred to in this release consist of 52-week periods. Unless otherwise specified, all amounts are reported in U.S....Read More
MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: TLX; Nasdaq: TLX, Telix, the Company) today announces it will expand its theranostic pipeline with new assets targeting Fibroblast Activation Protein (FAP), one of the most promising pan-cancer targets in nuclear medicine. Telix's development program will initially focus on the treatment of bladder cancer, rounding out its urology franchise, which includes late-stage therapeutic programs for kidney and pr...Read More
Wind Creek Hospitality, under the ownership of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, has agreed to purchase the Birmingham Racecourse from the McGregor family, known for their stakes in both the Birmingham and Victoryland Casinos. The acquisition, set to conclude by early 2025, marks a significant expansion for Wind Creek in the Southeast. "For over 30 years, we have worked to provide the best possible experience for our customers and employees, while generating significant tax revenue for the stat...Read More
Rachel Ruggeri, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:SBUX), recently sold 1,452 shares of the company's common stock. The transaction, executed on November 15, 2024, was conducted at an average price of $99.07 per share, amounting to a total sale value of approximately $143,849. This sale was carried out as part of a pre-established Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, which Ruggeri adopted on November 28, 2023. Such plans allow company insiders to set up a pr...Read More
Woolworths has defended 'shrinkflation' on home brands and does not want an active role in notifying shoppers when other brands do it. The practice, also known as package downsizing, happens when product lines decrease in size while the price stays the same, helping brands maintain margin and profitability. Consumers have raised concern about the lack of transparency around shrinkflation to the competition watchdog's supermarkets inquiry. Woolworths senior executives are due to face the ACCC ...Read More
Since when was one not enough? While Travis Hunter is receiving all the plaudits he can imagine, his Colorado Buffaloes teammate, Shedeur Sanders, is apparently not getting enough love, according to CU's vocal athletic director, Rick George. Last year, Colorado was 4-8, and a lot of hearts were going out to Shedeur, who was playing behind possibly the worst offensive line in the nation. His 195 dropbacks while facing pressure and 49 sacks were both 2nd most in the nation, which is saying someth...Read More
NAPERVILLE, Ill., Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Rivet & Machine Co. (NYSE American: CVR) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.03 per share payable December 20, 2024, to all shareholders of record on December 5, 2024. This is a $0.07 per share reduction from the $0.10 per share quarterly cash dividend that the Company has declared and paid in recent quarters. The Company stated that while its financial position remains sound, the Board of D...Read More
New Delhi [India], November 18 (ANI): India will make their debut in Bocce and Bowling as the first ever Special Olympics Asia Pacific Bocce and Bowling Competition will begin on Tuesday here at the Thyagaraj Sports Complex. Special Olympics Asia Pacific BocceBowling Competition is a first-of-its-kind event in India, which empowers athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), aged 22 and above, and includes bowling as a competitive sport for the first time in India. The four...Read More
New Delhi [India], November 18 (ANI): Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting on November 22 in Perth, former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar spoke about Virat Kohli aiming to regain form during Border-Gavaskar trophy tour and his past record on Australian pitches. Gavaskar expressed confidence that Kohli wo uld excel in the 2024 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, drawing on his past successes in Perth and Adelaide. "Because he hasn't got runs against New Zealand, he'll be very, very hungry. Even in ...Read More
Perth [Australia], November 19 (ANI): Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, India's star batter Virat Kohli reflected on his best knock in Australia, identifying his century during the 2018/19 series as his favourite. Virat, a player often celebrated on Australian soil, consistently generates headlines, catchy articles, and massive viewership whenever he arrives Down Under. While his past performances have matched the hype, this series presents a make-or-break scenario for the superstar...Read More
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], November 19 (ANI): With the Maharashtra elections approaching, wrestler and Congress MLA from Haryana's Julana, Vinesh Phogat, held a roadshow in Pune to support Congress candidate Datta Bahirat from the Shivajinagar Assembly constituency. She urged voters to ensure a victory for the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), criticising the Mahayuti government for "injustice" by toppling the government elected by the people. "Everything is going well... If people shower their blessi...Read More