Infosys echoed a continued slack in discretionary spending by clients. During an analyst conference call, it mentioned that though there are early signs of pick up in the banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) vertical, the largest revenue generator for the company, a strong recovery is not yet visible. BFSI contributed around 28% to the company’s revenue in the June quarter.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has permitted the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) to accept public contributions, following a similar decision for the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)-Sharad Pawar faction. Both parties are contesting ECI's decisions on their symbols and names in the Supreme Court. The ECI's authorization allows the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction to accept contributions from individuals and companies (excluding government companies) under Sections 29B and 29C of the Representation of People Act, 1951. Читать дальше...
Donald Trump has picked Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate. He is from a state which has always supported the Republicans and not from a swing state. Presidential Historians are of the opinion that VPs generally do not influence the electoral outcomes. Vance’s beard could work in his favor.
The Alien TV series from FX, directed by Noah Hawley, has completed filming. Set 30 years before the original film, it explores the emergence of the Weyland-Yutani Corporation and android life. It is expected to release in 2025.
The Indian government has approved constructing two military airfields in Lakshadweep, enhancing the armed forces' reach in the region. The plan includes building an airbase in Minicoy and extending the Agatti airfield, both serving military and civil purposes to boost tourism. The Minicoy airfield will be part of the naval base 'INS Jatayu,' the nearest major military installation to the Maldives. This strategic move strengthens India's surveillance and operational capabilities in the Arabian Sea, addressing growing regional security concerns.
Lockheed Martin CEO Jim Taiclet recently met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the commitment of the world's oldest and largest democracies to bolster their defence and industrial partnerships. Acknowledging the local workforce's talent in India, Taiclet emphasized the historical and ongoing strength of US-India relations, especially after Modi's state visit to the US, which was termed as "truly historic" by the arms company.
The BJP's Uttar Pradesh unit is considering changes in leadership and government following a report on the party's poor performance in recent Lok Sabha polls. The report highlights dissatisfaction among party workers due to state officials' high-handedness and controversial policies like the Agnipath scheme. BJP's UP chief Bhupendra Chaudhary discussed the findings with national leaders. The report attributes an 8% vote share decline across six regions to the loss of OBC and SC voters. Consequently... Читать дальше...
Supreme Court directs NTA to release NEET-UG 2024 results city-wise and centre-wise by Saturday. CJI questions exam integrity but denies retest without concrete evidence. Centre denies leak, CBI arrests suspects. Petitioners seek transparency in investigation as court explores systemic leak possibility.
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding, held on July 12, showcased deep-rooted Indian traditions. Mukesh Ambani emphasized the spiritual significance of marriage, while Nita Ambani highlighted the importance of daughters in Hindu culture. The festivities included notable guests like Prime Minister Narendra Modi and celebrities. A special reception honored staff contributions with a memorable musical concert. The event highlighted the Ambani family’s commitment to tradition, community, and gratitude.
Bipartisan support in the US for restrictions on semiconductor chip technology transfer to China leads to global market reactions. Nvidia's China business declines, while Intel benefits from the US CHIPS Act. The global semiconductor industry faces fragmentation as the US works to regain its competitive edge.
Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo demonstrated the Seine's cleanliness for Olympic swimmers with a public swim, restoring confidence after a $1.5 bn cleanup. Similarly, India has undertaken multiple projects to clean the Ganga since 1985, spending ₹33k cr. Despite continuous efforts, the success remains varied, with the CPCB reporting some discrepancies in water quality improvement.
Achieving life goals is truly rewarding when it includes genuine happiness and contentment. Seize life’s opportunities to maintain inner peace, joy, and a stress-free mind by staying positive. Important milestones matter, but hasty pursuit may harm relationships, lead to dishonesty, and fail to yield real success. True success embraces satisfaction at every step, emotional contentment, sharing love, goodwill, and continually uplifting others with good qualities. Simply amassing wealth lacks completion without moral and spiritual fulfillment. Читать дальше...
BJP in UP faces internal challenges with factions between Maurya and CM Adityanath ahead of bypolls. SP, after winning 43 Lok Sabha seats, influences dynamics. Maurya's meeting with BJP president Nadda fuels rumors. Akhilesh humorously suggests SP would back Maurya for CM if he secures 100 MLAs. Tensions rise over 10 assembly seats.
Google is set to launch the Pixel 9 series phones with deeper AI integration and camera upgrades. The new Pixel 9 series, including Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 XL, is set to launch on August 13 with anticipated features like 8K video recording.
To effectively induct the next generation into family businesses, align their values with the business's core purpose and communicate its mission clearly. Consider individual aspirations. The pre-induction phase focuses on early involvement and family harmony. Key induction phases include entry with a meritocratic approach and discipline. Assimilation involves role clarity, accountability trackers, quarterly dialogues, industry leader mentorship, and external work experience. A clear scope of work... Читать дальше...
Splurging money is not just about the spending, but also the emotional high it brings. It's a rebellion against budget constraints and a way to escape the tyranny of spending. The satisfaction of buying luxury items or experiencing spontaneous luxury getaways is more about freedom than money.
Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya and actress Natasa Stankovic have announced their separation after four years of marriage. Despite their efforts to stay together, they decided to part ways mutually, prioritizing their son Agastya's well-being. Their joint statement highlighted their commitment to co-parenting. The couple's split follows months of speculation and social media hints about their relationship status.
At Sotheby's auction, "Apex," a nearly complete stegosaurus skeleton, brought in a record $44.6 million. It was found in Colorado and is the best-preserved and most complete stegosaurus of its size, demonstrating the importance of fossils that have been conserved.
The Indian government is expected to adhere to a fiscal glide path in this budget, despite potential social spending increases. Key focus areas include job creation, R&D, competitiveness, green financing, green mobility, real estate, capital markets, and debt markets. Job-intensive sectors like tourism, food and agriculture processing, and social infra will benefit from tax incentives and support for women-led development.
Gareth Southgate left England fans surprised after resigning from the team's top job after their Euro Cup 2024 finals loss against Spain. However, now there is new hope spurting for The Three Lions fans, as a popular Premier League boss is being touted to be the next England manager.
Two Chhattisgarh police personnel were injured in an IED explosion by Naxalites in Bijapur district. The incident occurred during a search operation. This follows the death of two STF personnel in a similar attack the previous day. The injured were taken to Bijapur district hospital for treatment.
Millions of people are watching the top Netflix series this week, which include a superhero story, historical drama, documentaries, and comedy specials. Well-known films still top the charts, while new releases see sharp increases in viewership.
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has signed a multi-year contract with telecom giant Bharti Airtel to provide network and connectivity solutions for CBDT's Taxnet-2.0 programme. Airtel will offer robust dual connectivity with Software Defined Network for WAN and Secure LAN, modernizing the current system for collection, processing, monitoring, and accounting of direct taxes.
