Viacom18 has appointed three key figures to its technology leadership team in an effort to enhance its OTT platform, JioCinema. This significant move includes naming Bharath Ram as Chief Product Officer and Ad Tech Platform Lead. Bharath Ram will be reporting to Kiran Mani, CEO, Digital, Viacom18.
Elon Musk's SpaceX will launch the "Polaris Dawn" mission, which will take four persons 870 miles from Earth, the furthest distance in more than 50 years. In addition to testing in-orbit communications, the crew will carry out high-altitude exercises, the first-ever commercial spacewalk, and health-related research.
RBI fined public sector lender Punjab National Bank Rs 1.31 crore for non-compliance with KYC and 'loans and advances'. A statutory inspection found PNB sanctioned working capital loans against receivables and failed to preserve customer records. RBI issued a notice and stressed the penalty relates to regulatory compliance deficiencies.
The RBI has cancelled the licence of Shimsha Sahakara Bank in Karnataka due to financial troubles. Depositors can claim up to Rs 5 lakh from DICGC. The bank's closure is deemed necessary to protect depositor interests.
Rahul Gandhi visits Ahmedabad, addressing Congress workers and meeting victims' families. His visit follows the July 2 BJP-Congress clash over anti-Hindu remarks in Lok Sabha, injuring an Assistant Commissioner of Police. Ellisbridge police filed twin FIRs leading to arrests. Gujarat Congress president Shaktisinh Gohil confirmed Gandhi’s visit to the GPCC office, where stone pelting occurred, and detainees are under remand.
Edible oil major Adani Wilmar announced on Friday that it reported a 13 percent volume growth in the June quarter. This double-digit growth was driven by market-specific strategies aimed at increasing market share, particularly in under-indexed markets. In a business update, the company stated, "In the first quarter of the current fiscal, the company achieved robust volume growth of 13 percent YoY."
AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu met PM Narendra Modi to seek support for post-bifurcation challenges, emphasizing a seven-point agenda and Amaravati projects. Naidu aims to attract investors, manage the opposition YSR Congress, and link Krishna-Godavari rivers. He prioritizes a business-friendly environment and will present Andhra's opportunities at the World Economic Forum.
Chandrasekhar was arrested in the case in May 2015 under Indian Penal Code and Maharashtra Protection of Interest of Depositors (in Financial Establishments) Act for allegedly floating a bogus firm called 'Lion Oak Indian' and launching various investment schemes that promised 20 per cent monthly returns apart from rewards like Tata Nano car, gold coins etc.
Wimbledon 2024 will see a record prize money going to the winners, runners up, and others, with a whopping prize pool this time around. The grass court action is not only growing more intense, but the reward that comes along with it, is also growing every season. Here are some details about player takeaways from Wimbledon 2024.
In Haridwar, a teenaged boy who had gone to bathe in a rain-fed rivulet in the Navoday Nagar area was swept away by strong currents. His body is yet to be found, the police said. His two friends who had also gone into the stream were rescued by locals.
Saina Nehwal supports P V Sindhu's Olympic prep, emphasizing fitness amid knee recovery and post-injury inconsistencies. Sindhu, training in Germany, lost the Malaysia Masters final. Nehwal highlights contenders Carolina Marin, Tai Tzu Ying, An Se Young, and sees medal prospects for Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty, and HS Prannoy in Paris Games men's events.
Joel McHale announced that the 'Community' movie is fully funded and likely to shoot next year. Despite delays, the project is moving forward. McHale clarifies the delays are due to his schedule, not Donald Glover's.
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, met a group of Indian Railways loco pilots on Friday at the New Delhi railway station. The loco pilots expressed concerns about "inadequate rest due to understaffing." Gandhi engaged with around 50 loco pilots from across India in the afternoon, according to party sources.
Priyanjali Mariwala, from the promoter family of consumer goods company Marico, has purchased a luxury apartment in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) for Rs 65.25 crore. The apartment spans nearly 8,300 sq ft and is located on the first floor of the super-premium residential tower Signature Island. Mariwala acquired the property from Starlight Systems, a part of the project's developer Sunteck Realty.
The domestic business is expected to record mid-single-digit volume growth and its consolidated revenue is expected to register mid-to-high single-digit growth during Q1 FY25, said Dabur, which owns brands such as Dabur Chyawanprash, Dabur Honey, Dabur PudinHara, Dabur Lal Tail, Dabur Amla, Dabur Red Paste, Real and Vatika.
Rajasthan's gems and jewellery sector, with Rs 11,183 crore exports, boosts the economy. Jaipur's global recognition is noted. At JAS-2024, CM Sharma highlighted job creation, government support including Modi's hallmarking policy, and plans for a park creating 1 lakh jobs and artisan training. The 'One District One Product' scheme and technology investment emphasize growth through collaboration and research.
Comedian Tony Knight was also known for his work with dogs as a "Dog Listener." HH "helped thousands of dog owners all over the world solve problem dog behavior with simple techniques that use no force, pain, domination, drugs or gadgets."
The Uttar Pradesh government said it has received project proposals worth over Rs 40,000 crore under its new scheme to incentivise semiconductor manufacturing. It also aims to rope in global investors.
BSNL's Phase IX.2 will install 2,114 4G towers in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu. This Rs 16.25 crore project, funded by the USO Fund, uses 'Make in India' tech. BSNL Chennai Telephones' Chief GM Papa Sudhakara Rao inaugurated the Tiruvallur launch, advancing the 4G Saturation project to improve connectivity in rural and remote areas.
In 2020, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry secured a $100 million deal with Netflix. The first project from this partnership was the documentary series "Harry & Meghan," followed by Prince Harry's sports documentary "Heart of Invictus”, and now Meghan is set to launch a new show.
The BCCI's vice-president addressed concerns on Friday, responding to a request by Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray. Thackeray had asked that the BCCI ensure Mumbai does not miss out on hosting important final matches following the massive turnout during the Indian cricket team's T20 World Cup victory parade.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 5.40 points, or 0.01%, at the open to 39,313.40.
Canada's economy saw a surprising loss of 1,400 jobs in June, causing the unemployment rate to rise to 6.4%, the highest in 29 months. Analysts had expected job gains. The Bank of Canada is closely monitoring the situation for any potential impact on inflation.
The Gurugram property, with an investment of more than Rs 5,600 crore, will be developed in phases with local developer Whiteland Corporation and will encompass an area of 6 million square feet, Trinh Quynh Phuong, vice president of mixed-use development for Asia Pacific at Marriott International, told ET.
National Fried Chicken Day will be celebrated on Saturday, July 6. Although the origins of this unofficial holiday are unclear, its widespread popularity is unquestionable.
