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President Droupadi Murmu penned an article on the recent incidents of sexual and physical assaults on women, which have led to widespread agitations. "You are a journalist but you are also a citizen. I too am a citizen. What you are concerned about, I am equally concerned about," she remarked on writing the article.
India can secure 10 medals, including five golds, in athletics at the approaching Paralympics, as estimated by para athletics head coach Satyanarayana. The 84-member contingent aims to surpass their last edition's performance. Intensive training in Paris is expected to yield results, with athletes like Sumit Antil, Mariyappan Thangavelu, and Deepthi Jeevanji among those to watch.
Oravel Stays Ltd., the parent company of Oyo, has clocked a net profit for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, founder Ritesh Agarwal said in a townhall on Wednesday.
Morphing Machines, an SFAL-supported fabless semiconductor company, has developed Redefine, which would cater to emerging workloads in areas such as telecom, AI/ML, healthcare, and high-performance computing. The startup has secured $2.76 million (Rs 23 crore) in a seed funding round led by Speciale Invest, the minister said.
Switching rural Indian households from wood, dung, and coal to LPG for cooking could save over 150,000 lives annually by reducing air pollution, says a Vital Strategies study. Targeted benefits, mainly in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Madhya Pradesh, include decreased infant mortality and improved outcomes for those with chronic illnesses.
While a federal law typically shields internet companies from lawsuits over content posted by users, the Philadelphia-based 3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday ruled the law does not bar Nylah Anderson's mother from pursuing claims that TikTok's algorithm recommended the challenge to her daughter.
India is considering raising import taxes on vegetable oils to help protect farmers reeling from lower oilseed prices, two government sources said on Wednesday. The move, which is likely to be announced in the coming weeks, could dampen demand and reduce overseas purchases of palm oil.
Zaheer Khan, now the mentor for Lucknow Super Giants, supports the impact player rule in the IPL. He believes it helps young Indian players and enhances Indian cricket. Although the rule has received mixed reactions from players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Zaheer underscores its role in providing significant opportunities for uncapped players and genuine all-rounders.
Domestic brokerage Prabhudas Lilladher has initiated coverage on Cyient and Persistent Systems, highlighting mid-cap IT companies' premium over large caps. They expect improved sentiment and increased discretionary spending by late FY25 or early FY26 to boost mid-cap IT performance.
President Droupadi Murmu voiced her concern over crimes against women, stressing the need for India to change the mindset that sees women as less capable. She referred to the recent Kolkata incident as part of a broader issue. Murmu urged society to counter this with laws and social campaigns.
The Indian Medical Association on Wednesday announced the cancellation of RG Kar Medical College principal Dr Sandip Ghosh's membership. The decision was unanimously taken by the disciplinary committee constituted by the National President Dr RV Asokan.
The index is still trending upwards, though a minor dip or consolidation could lead to a breakout above 25,100, opening the way for a potential target of 25,360. Support is around 24,800-24,750, according to Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities.
Tech analyst William Stein tested Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system three times and reported unsafe maneuvers, raising concerns about its safety. Federal regulators are scrutinizing Tesla's autonomous driving system after multiple crashes. Skepticism grows over Tesla's promise of a driverless fleet by next year.
Veteran investor Jim Rogers shares his insights on gold and silver investments, inspired by Indian markets. He dismisses the notion that locked-up gold is wasted and highlights its value in times of financial trouble. Rogers, co-founder of the Quantum Fund, favors silver over gold for current investments.
PhonePe, a Walmart-backed entity, is the largest UPI payment app in India and holds around 48% of the market share in terms of transaction volume. However, the central government and the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) had proposed a 30% market share cap in the UPI segment earlier to prevent market concentration and duopoly.
National Sports Day is celebrated annually on August 29th in India, marking the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand. This day emphasizes the importance of sports and physical activities and serves to honor Major Dhyan Chand's legacy in Indian hockey. Various events and initiatives are launched to promote sports and fitness across the nation.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to BRS leader K Kavitha in the Delhi excise 'scam' cases, emphasizing that prolonged pre-trial incarceration should not be a form of punishment. The court highlighted that the right to liberty is superior to restrictions imposed by anti-money laundering laws. Further, the top court noted that the CBI and the ED have concluded their investigations and Kavitha's custody was not needed for the probe.
"I am writing to bring to your immediate attention towards the recent statements made by CM Mamata Banerjee during her address to the Student Wing of TMC today in Kolkata where she shamelessly incited gathering, declaring, 'I never sought revenge, but now, do what needs to be done.' This is nothing less than a blatant endorsement of revenge politics from the highest office in the state," his letter reads.
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren criticised the BJP, stating that his government’s extensive welfare schemes would overshadow the opposition in upcoming elections. He highlighted pension distribution and loan waivers as major achievements and accused the BJP of dividing society for political gain. Soren also pledged increased pension amounts and insisted that Jharkhand would continue to fight for its rights.
Gold prices remained flat at Rs 74,350 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday in scattered deals even as it weakened in the overseas markets.
Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren has announced his decision to join the BJP, citing the need to address tribal issues and combat Bangladeshi infiltration in the Santhal Pargana region. He will resign from the JMM and his ministerial post, emphasizing that his move is in the interest of Jharkhand.
Zaheer Khan has been appointed as the team mentor for Lucknow Super Giants, succeeding Gautam Gambhir. His role will involve contributing to the franchise's success by implementing processes and making critical decisions. The former Indian pacer aims to build on LSG's past playoff appearances and bring consistency to the team. Owner Sanjiv Goenka lauded Khan's hunger for success and expects him to make a significant impact.
