Osamu Suzuki, known for making cars affordable in India with Maruti 800, passed away at 94 on December 25, 2024. His efforts in the 1980s transformed Maruti Udyog into India’s leading automaker. Under his guidance, Suzuki's small cars became reliable and affordable for millions. Maruti Suzuki India now holds a significant share in the automobile industry.
The gripping finale of Squid Game Season 2, titled Friend or Foe, left viewers with more questions than answers.
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Late Osamu Suzuki's leadership played a key role in making cars accessible to many in India, creating strong ties with Japan. His focus on localisation, investment, and innovation has left a lasting legacy. Notable figures like Tata Motors' Shailesh Chandra and Mahindra Group's Anand Mahindra have expressed their condolences and praised his contributions.
Blake Lively vs Justin Bladoni: Actor Justin Baldoni's career has taken a hit after 'It Ends With Us' actor Blake Lively accused him of sexual harassment allegations. Baldoni has been dropped by his agency, his podcast episode has been removed, has been sued by his former publicist and also lost an award from women's organization. Baldoni, allegedly, added sex scenes without Blake Lively's consent, according to the lawsuit.
Even though there have been multiple legal challenges for President-elect Donald Trump throughout the Presidential election year, coupled with a wild stock market, all these factors have not halted his net worth's stellar run throughout 2024, and now his wealth is currently at its peak
Once called a "monument of failure" by PM Modi, the MGNREGS launched by the UPA government in 2005 provided crucial support to rural workers during the COVID-19 lockdown. The scheme aims to provide 100 days of guaranteed wage employment annually to rural households, significantly reducing distress migration from villages.
The Indian EV industry experienced a funding decline to $586 million in 2024, and EV sales growth slowed. However, industry leaders are hopeful for 2025 due to technological advances, improved infrastructure, and supportive government policies. They expect increased collaboration and innovations, making EVs more accessible and sustainable.
Bank lending and deposits increased at the same pace by 11.5 percent as of December 20. However, both credit and deposit growth have slowed compared to last year’s figures. Retail loans remained a key contributor to credit growth, while term deposits made up a larger portion of total deposits.
DGCA has suspended Akasa Air's heads of operations and training due to the use of unapproved simulators for pilot training. This follows multiple regulatory actions against the airline, including fines and show-cause notices. Akasa Air faces challenges as it awaits new aircraft deliveries amidst production issues at Boeing.
India's current account deficit slightly decreased to 1.2% of GDP in Q2 FY2025 from 1.3% a year ago, supported by higher services income and remittances, amidst a rising trade deficit. The primary income account net outgo decreased, while foreign exchange reserves hit new highs.
In a pretty recent social media post, one of the main figures of the upcoming US President- elect Donald Trump administration, Vivek Ramaswamy absolutely hammered the US culture while sparking the MAGA civil war.
Chinese semiconductor chipmaking companies are still lagging behind the companies manufacturing chips in US, South Korea and other regions, says ASML CEO, which technically means that the current AI hype in the chipmaking industry will see China falling way behind. Will China be able to bounce back?
After police released the mugshot of Kirsty Sansum, a drug dealer known for her glamorous appearance, social media erupted with comments.
The survival of Rakhimov and his subsequent video have sparked a wave of reactions across social media and news platforms. Posts on X have described it as a "miracle," with many expressing relief and amazement at his survival.
India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies initiates probes into alleged dumping of nylon filament yarn from China and Vietnam, and TDQ from China. Century Enka, Gujarat Polyfilms, and Oriilon India, alongside NOCIL Ltd, filed applications. If dumping is confirmed, anti-dumping duties will be recommended to protect domestic industries.
The stock market ended 2024 on an extraordinary note, with major indices reaching record-breaking levels.
Space debris increasingly threatens the International Space Station and satellites, with instances of near misses on the rise. The phenomenon known as Kessler Syndrome, where collisions generate more debris, poses a significant risk. Innovations and global efforts are ongoing, yet challenges remain in managing space congestion effectively.
Elon Musk has issued a stark warning about America’s financial future, calling attention to the skyrocketing national debt and the risks of a collapsing dollar.
Manmohan Singh's passing has been met with great respect and admiration. He is remembered for his distinguished public service career, his role as finance minister and prime minister, and his significant contributions to India's economic policies and foreign relations. His life story symbolizes the potential for success in India despite social and economic challenges.
Manmohan Singh endured financial hardships while studying at Cambridge University in the 1950s, relying on a scholarship and support from his father. Despite these challenges, he excelled academically and lived frugally. His daughter Daman Singh's book reveals personal anecdotes, including his sense of humor, singing habits, and affectionate nicknames for family and their pet.
Squid Game season 2: Squid Game season two has finally dropped on Netflix, but it seems the conclusion has left some fans feeling rather unimpressed. Fans are calling out the ending of Squid Game season 2 for its devastating cliffhanger. This cliffhanger ending sent many fans to social media to vent their shock and letdown.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed sadness over the death of automotive industry legend Osamu Suzuki, who passed away at 94. Suzuki's collaboration with Maruti transformed the Indian automobile market, making Suzuki Motor Corporation a global powerhouse. Modi highlighted Suzuki's affection for India and his inspirational leadership qualities.
Hero MotoCorp has expanded its partnership with Harley-Davidson to introduce new trims of the X440 and develop a new motorcycle. The companies aim to offer new variants and enhance their product range. This collaboration will also cover service, parts, and merchandise sales for Harley bikes through Hero's network in India.
