Authorities at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport have reported a suspected case of monkeypox in a traveller from Jeddah. The individual has been moved to an isolation ward for further assessment. This follows the fifth confirmed case in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where a resident tested positive after returning from Saudi Arabia.
US Presidential Election 2024: Republican nominees Donald Trump and JD Vance's campaign criticized The New York Times for a headline they deemed "disgusting." The headline, used in an opinion piece by Jamelle Bouie, accused Vance of promoting "blood-and-soil nationalism" and was linked to speculative comments about Haitian immigrants. The campaign demanded an apology, calling the headline inflammatory.
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has accused Kolkata police of tampering with evidence after the CBI arrested Abhijit Mondal, the officer-in-charge of Tala police station. The arrest is linked to the rape and murder case of a trainee doctor. Adhikari has called for the resignation of Mamata Banerjee, citing a lack of moral authority to continue in her position.
Boeing workers have initiated a strike demanding higher wages and an improved pension scheme. Over 30,000 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers rejected Boeing's initial contract offer. Negotiations are set to resume next week with federal mediators. The strike could significantly impact Boeing's finances and production schedule.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off six new Vande Bharat trains on Sunday, enhancing connectivity and passenger amenities. These additions will expand the fleet to 60 train sets, covering over 280 districts across 24 states and union territories. The routes include Tatanagar-Patna, Brahmapur-Tatanagar, Rourkela-Howrah, Deoghar-Varanasi, Bhagalpur-Howrah, and Gaya-Howrah. The Vande Bharat trains are part of the 'Make in India' initiative, offering speed, safety, and comfort.
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has increased the transaction limit for certain payments using UPI to Rs 5 lakh, making it easier for individuals who use online payments. This move aligns with India's push for a digital economy. The increased limit is likely to be effective from September 16, 2024. Check UPI transaction limits for different transactions.
The government aims to reduce the subsidy disbursement time under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana to seven days from a month. The scheme has seen 1.8 million applications and 13 million registrations since February. Back-end integration and NPCI involvement are expected to expedite payments further.
"We are hopeful of recovery in demand in the October-December quarter after six months, when macro events such as the severe heatwave and then rains, which disrupted traffic, forced a lot of consumers to stay indoors and impacted the industry," said Rohit Aggarwal, director at Lite Bite Foods Group, which operates Street Foods by Punjab Grill, Tres and YouMee.
The Indian car market is seeing a rise in CNG and hybrid vehicles, outpacing electric cars. CNG car sales grew by 46% from January to August, while hybrids saw a 19% increase. Despite efforts to boost EV adoption, infrastructure challenges and high costs remain barriers.
Series 10 boasts of Apple’s largest and most advanced display. It has 30% more screen area, a 40% brighter display, which improves visibility and readability, and an OLED screen that’s very power-efficient. Series 10 is also the thinnest Apple Watch ever, at 9.7 millimeters. A metal back integrates the antenna into the housing, improving cellular performance and maintaining 50-metre water resistance.
The technology giant unveiled its Mate XT, the first tri-foldable phone, just hours after Apple introduced its AI-enhanced iPhone 16.“Apple hasn’t fallen, but Huawei has truly risen again,” commented one user on Weibo, China’s equivalent to X. Another wrote: “Times are changing. US sanctions have been in vain.”
Given our population and a proven track record of providing talent for global IT, why is India at risk of missing the AI bus? Most global travellers would vouch for the fact that no other country is as digitally savvy and inclusive as India. With hundreds of millions online, we also have the largest and most active user base for the biggest technology companies in the world.
Travel tech and hospitality companies in India, including MakeMyTrip, EaseMyTrip, Agoda, Radisson Hotel Group, and Lemon Tree Hotels, are ramping up hiring in 2024 due to a surge in business and leisure travel. The roles being filled include technology, product, customer support, and business development positions.
Corporate India is prioritising employee health and wellness with companies like Deutsche Bank, Aditya Birla Health Insurance, and Philips integrating health goals into performance reviews. Initiatives include onsite diet consultants, wellness sessions, heart health assessments, and tracking health metrics. Aditya Birla Health Insurance now requires employees to incorporate health goals into their key result areas.
Happy Onam Wishes 2024: Onam, a significant festival in Kerala, marks the annual homecoming of King Mahabali and celebrates harvest and prosperity. Here are 70 wishes and quotes to enhance your Onam celebrations
Among the best football squads in the world, there is an intense clash about the most valuable club of all. A list has been released that showcase the current valuation of the top-rated clubs in global football, and the majority of the same has been dominated by Spanish clubs, suggest reports.
Kamala Harris may be faltering in the last leg of the Presidential campaign, in terms of popularity and acceptance from American voters. Voters are of the opinion that there are a few factors that are still clutching Harris' leg, which could prove to be detrimental during the US elections 2024.
Kamala Harris may be running scared at this point as latest poll data reveals that she is leading Donald Trump by a matter of just 1.3 points, which could easily be swung the other way if the margin of error does not favor her. This is time that the Democrats get up from the quick nap and reshuffle their next strategy for the US Presidential elections 2024.
Emmy Awards 2024 is headlined by 'Shogun', "The Bear", "The Crown", 'Hacks'. We have full nominations list and live streaming details.
