The benchmark was set to gain 1.3% for the week, set for a four-week winning streak, which would be its longest in more than five months. It was also set to gain for a second straight month, a trend last seen nearly six months ago.
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Researchers have discovered more than 260 similar dinosaur footprints in Brazil and Cameroon, indicating that 120 million years ago, Africa and South America were part of the supercontinent Gondwana. Led by Dr. Louis L. Jacobs, the study reveals continuous geological structures and provides insights into ancient climatic and environmental conditions.
Apple’s iPhones are rarely seen in the hands of villains in movies and TV shows, and it’s no accident. According to director Rian Johnson, who revealed this in a 2020 Vanity Fair interview, Apple allows its devices to appear on screen under one key condition: villains can't use them. While Apple doesn't pay for product placements, it insists that its products are shown in a positive light and avoids any implication of endorsement.
GRSE stock surged by up to 7% after Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers signed an MoU with the National Highway Infrastructure Development Corporation. The agreement involves the construction and delivery of Double-Lane Class 70 Modular steel & Bailey bridges, enhancing connectivity along India's borders.
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Merchant acquiring solutions – including offline and online options like QRs, payment aggregators and payment gateways – also saw substantial growth of more than 25% due to regulatory push.
The Inspire Institute of Sport has partnered with United World Wrestling to promote wrestling in India. The agreement, signed in Paris, aims to develop the sport through various initiatives. The support from UWW is expected to enhance India's wrestling programs, focusing on upcoming Olympics in 2028 and 2032.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh criticized the West Bengal government's handling of crimes against women following the rape-murder of a doctor in Kolkata. Singh emphasised that while the Centre has adopted strict measures, some states are not making sincere efforts. He also spoke on BJP-led initiatives like abolishing triple talaq and increasing women's participation in armed forces.
Pension application Form 6-A: The government will unveil a simplified pension application form for its retiring employees on Friday. The Department of Pension & Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW) has released a notification dated July 16, 2024, introducing the streamlined pension application "Form 6-A".
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A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra was told by senior lawyer Kapil Sibal, appearing for the state government, that the matter was referred to a Constitution bench on April 1 and the apex court official was not sending an email for setting up of the bench.
The 2026 World Cup in North America will span 16 cities across the US, Mexico, and Canada. FIFA has partnered with turf experts at the University of Tennessee and Michigan State University to ensure top-notch playing surfaces, addressing climate challenges and avoiding issues faced at the Copa America. Preparations are underway for a seamless tournament.
HDFC Bank, India’s largest private lender, plans to sell Rs 10,000 crore worth of loan portfolios through pass-through certificates. The move aims to cut exposure to certain sectors and address challenges in raising deposits. The sale will help improve the bank’s credit-deposit ratio.
Solana, despite a recent downturn in the cryptocurrency market, remains a top-performing crypto asset. It has registered an annual gain above 500 percent, significantly outperforming other high-cap assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP. Investors are optimistic about Solana's potential growth, although it is currently still below its all-time high of $260.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the impact of the FinTech sector in simplifying people's lives with innovations like ONDC and UPI. Speaking at the Global FinTech Festival, he cited India’s global potential and urged regulators to combat cyber frauds and promote digital literacy. He highlighted India's significant growth in fintech investments and user base over the past decade.
Donald Trump's recent visit to Arlington National Cemetery, intended to honor the 13 US personnel killed in an Afghan suicide bombing, has sparked controversy and division. Critics accuse Trump of using the visit for political gain, noting he hadn't attended such events in previous years.
An IMA study reveals that one-third of doctors, mostly women, feel unsafe during night shifts, some even carrying weapons for self-defense. Overcrowded and inadequately equipped duty rooms contribute to this insecurity, highlighting a need for better security measures in healthcare settings to ensure doctors' safety and improve patient care.
"These were Afghan nationals, all of whom were convicted offenders who had no right to stay in Germany and against whom deportation orders had been issued," government spokesman Steffen Hebestreit said in a statement.
US Vice-President Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz gave their first interview since President Joe Biden withdrew his bid. Harris addressed Trump's racial attacks, reiterated her commitment to bolstering the middle class, climate crisis, and US aid to Israel. Walz clarified a past exaggeration about his military record.
Increased investments by big tech companies in generative AI applications are driving cloud customers to develop new data centers. This trend fuels the demand for cloud-optimised silicon solutions, such as those offered by Marvell. For the third quarter, Marvell forecast revenue to be $1.45 billion, plus or minus 5%, compared with an estimated $1.40 billion.
