NHL free agency opening day sees a bunch load of drama as some top-notch players re-sign for their respective teams, while some in the list were bought out. NHL is currently at a high after the epic Stanley Cup Finals, that was ultimately championed by the Florida Panthers.
Vogue magazine's August cover features the first lady Jill Biden who has said that Joe Biden will do the best for the US.
The Railway Board is reviewing train operations for efficiency enhancements, leading to the postponement of the new timetable release to January 1, 2025. This adjustment extends the existing train timetable until December 31, 2024, as per circulars issued by Railway zones.
The 10-year benchmark bond yields have been trading flat, but traders say that these levels are good. “Today there seems to be buying from mutual funds. They sold during the quarter end so they have to replenish their kitty”, they said. Liquidity eased a bit as the month began to a surplus of almost Rs. 28,000 crores due to government spending.
Samsung's cutting-edge Hindi AI model for Galaxy AI integrates colloquialisms, conversational speech data, and English word mix handling. The development showcases meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a seamless user experience. This advancement underscores Samsung's commitment to linguistic innovation and diverse language support, setting a new standard in AI technology.
Hindu saints criticised Rahul Gandhi for his comments in the Lok Sabha, demanding an apology for accusing BJP leaders of not being Hindus due to their alleged engagement in violence and hate. Swami Avadheshanand Giri condemned Gandhi's remarks, stating they stigmatised and insulted the entire Hindu community. Swami Balyogi Arun Puri also called for an apology, emphasising that Hindus have never been violent.
Gladiator 2, directed by Ridley Scott, features Paul Mescal as Lucius and Pedro Pascal among a stellar cast. The sequel captures the essence of the original Gladiator while introducing new dynamics and advancing the story. Its first look pictures have been released.
A Mumbai special court has issued a non-bailable warrant (NBW) against fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya in a Rs 180-crore loan default case linked to Indian Overseas Bank (IOB). The CBI, probing the case, claims Mallya caused a wrongful loss of over Rs 180 crore to the government-run bank by "wilfully" defaulting in payments. Mallya, who has been declared a fugitive economic offender in a money laundering case, currently resides in London and the Indian government is seeking his extradition.
The Indian government has increased the windfall tax on petroleum crude to Rs 6,000 per metric ton from Rs 3,250, effective July 2, as stated in a notification issued on Monday. This tax is reviewed every two weeks. In July 2022, India began taxing crude oil production and the export of gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuel.
The Railway Ministry refuted Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's claim that the Delhi Police filed the first FIR under Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita 2023 against a street vendor for obstruction at New Delhi Railway Station. Indian Railways provided evidence from the Station House Officer stating no such FIR was registered, prompting the Ministry to respond, "Sir, pls don't mis-inform!"
Government and ICAI collaborate to boost global accounting firm presence. Efforts include setting standards for insurance sector and LLPs, and reducing the time for voluntary company closure. ICAI President plans for CA firm aggregation in the near future.
Erstwhile Dewan Housing Finance promoter Kapil Wadhawan challenged NCLT order for personal insolvency proceedings, moved NCLAT. NCLT's Mumbai bench had directed the initiation of proceedings over Union Bank plea. NCLAT adjourned the hearing to July 18 and appointed Devendra Mehta as resolution professional. Wadhawan, guarantor of DHFL loans, faced insolvency proceedings in November 2019. DHFL acquired by Piramal Capital for Rs 34,250 crore, creditors recover Rs 38,000 crore.
NASA faces a spacesuit crisis as astronaut Tracy Dyson experienced a leak during a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. Collins Aerospace abandoned its spacesuit project.
Amid the aftermath of the hurricane in Barbados, the Indian cricket team, celebrating a recent World Cup victory, finds themselves stranded as the airport remains closed since Sunday evening, delaying their return home.
Padmaja Kaul, a partner specializing in litigation and dispute resolution at IndusLaw, is poised to transition to J Sagar Associates (JSA) along with her team of three lawyers. This move marks the second significant transfer to JSA from a full-service law firm. Last month, Iqbal Khan and Ambarish, former partners at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co (SAM & Co), also joined JSA, bringing with them a team of approximately 18 members.
Honda Cars India reported a 5 per cent drop in domestic wholesales to 4,804 units in June, down from 5,080 units dispatched to dealers. However, exports doubled to 4,972 units compared to 2,112 units last year. Honda Cars India VP Kunal Behl noted challenging market conditions affecting demand, but highlighted significant export growth.
The Manufacturer's Association of Information Technology (MAIT) appointed Amrit Jiwan as president and aims to encourage domestic IT hardware manufacturing. They align with the New National Policy on Electronics and prioritize tax structuring stability for business growth under Jiwan's leadership.
China's state-controlled firm China Green Electricity Investment of Tianjin has built the world's largest solar plant in Urumqi of its Xinxiang province. It has more than five million PV panels.
The Centre said that there is sufficient coal reserves for domestic thermal power plants, with stocks at 44.46 million tonnes lasting 18.5 days at current consumption rates, a 33 per cent increase from last year. Coal production increased by 10.58 per cent in the June quarter. Measures have been taken to ensure 98.67 MT stock availability at mines, representing a 33.5 per cent increase from last year. Coordination between coal, railways, and power ministries aims to maintain high coal stock levels at power plants.
Based on average market capitalization from January to June 2024, seven stocks are poised to join the large-cap category. The list includes two-wheeler giant Hero MotoCorp, state-run companies BHEL and NHPC, along with Zydus Lifesciences, JSW Energy, Bosch, and Cummins India.
Childish Gambino unveiled the trailer for his new film “Bando Stone & The New World” at the BET Awards 2024. The film, featuring a post-apocalyptic world, will be accompanied by a soundtrack. Gambino will also release two new albums and embark on a world tour.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal met with Union Minister JP Nadda to discuss expanding the Brahmaputra Valley Fertiliser Corporation Ltd in Namrup. Sonowal urged Nadda to expedite Nano Urea Plant projects within the BVFCL compound. Nadda assured a Rs 500 crore investment to modernize and develop the fertiliser facility, boosting local industry in Assam.
Episode 6 of The Acolyte promises to continue the enthralling saga that has captivated fans with its dark and mysterious storyline. In The Acolyte Episode 5, significant plot twists and explosive lightsaber battles defined the events.
Biden faces mounting pressure to withdraw from the race as his family pushes for his continued candidacy amidst concerns about his mental health and campaign turmoil. Critics highlight the impact of his debate performance on both voters and global leaders.
