A 2,100-year-old Egyptian temple dedicated to the goddess Repit has been uncovered in a cliffside at Athribis, near Luxor. The discovery reveals detailed reliefs, inscriptions, and unique architectural features, offering new insights into Ptolemaic-era religious practices.
“The acquisition of CDI marks a deliberate step towards expanding TCE’s global footprint and scaling its expertise… With its expertise and a client base that includes several Fortune 500 companies, CDI’s capabilities complement TCE’s strengths in engineering design and project management,” TCE said in a statement.
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The Union government will spend Rs 1 lakh crore to enhance Delhi's infrastructure. Projects include cleaning Yamuna, reducing air pollution with electric and CNG vehicles, and converting stubble into CNG and ethanol. This will help decongest Delhi, lower pollution, save imports, create jobs, and benefit farmers.
Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar visited an RSS 'shakha' in Karad, Maharashtra on January 2, 1940, where he addressed volunteers and expressed a sense of belongingness despite differences on some issues. A news report on this visit was published in the 'Kesari' daily on January 9, 1940.
The PLI scheme for the auto and auto components industry runs from 2023-24 to 2027-28, with payments scheduled between 2024-25 and 2028-29. It offers incentives ranging from 8% to 18% for components related to electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells, and other advanced technologies.
Authorities are trying to establish a connection between New Orleans crash and Las Vegas explosion. The suspect in both the attacks rented trucks through the same budget car rental app, Turo. Turo has become the central point in the aftermath of two deadly incidents in New Orleans and Las Vegas that involved vehicles rented through its platform.
With hand on heart, answer these questions. Before the announcement of its IPO, did you know that NTPC had a subsidiary called NTPC Green Energy? Or have any idea what business it did? Or, more importantly, that its IPO would get listed at more than Rs. 1 lakh crore market capitalisation? If the answers are yes, then you know all about the power sector and we need to go no further. But if not, read on, and ignore the narratives suggested by the Nifty and Sensex. The power sector, which faced big trouble between 2007 to 2015... Читать дальше...
New textbooks in Bangladesh now state that Ziaur Rahman declared independence on March 26, 1971, replacing earlier books crediting Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. The title 'Father of the Nation' has also been removed for Mujibur Rahman. These changes are part of an effort to present a more fact-based history in primary and secondary school curricula.
Family and activists in Kerala hope for a last-minute pardon for Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse sentenced to death in Yemen since 2017. They seek India's government intervention to leverage a diya settlement with the victim's family, raising funds to save her life.
Akash Ambani of Reliance Industries Limited announced the establishment of advanced AI infrastructure in Jamnagar within 24 months, aiming to position the city as a global AI leader. This initiative commemorates 25 years of the Jamnagar refinery, turning Jamnagar into an industrial and technological hub.
UTI Mutual Fund launches UTI Quant Fund, an open-ended equity scheme following a quantitative investment theme. The NFO is open for subscription till January 16. The fund aims to generate long-term capital appreciation by investing in equities. The scheme will be benchmarked against BSE 200 TRI.
Royal Enfield's total sales increased by 25% to 79,466 units in December 2024 compared to 63,387 units in December 2023. Domestic sales grew by 19% to 67,891 units, while exports soared by 90% to 11,575 units. CEO B Govindarajan anticipates sustaining growth into 2025 with 'Pure Motorcycling' initiatives.
Meta expressed optimism for 2025, highlighting advancements in AI, mixed reality (MR), and augmented reality (AR). The company plans to enhance AI glasses with proactive assistants, push further into MR with the Quest 3S, and integrate AI-powered glasses with true AR experiences for the metaverse. Analysts too are optimistic about Meta's potential in the realm of generative AI.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut doubts the Modi government's ability to complete its term till 2026, which he claims could lead to political changes in Maharashtra and other states. He dismissed rumors about some party leaders switching sides after the party's poor performance in the 2024 Maharashtra assembly polls, asserting that there is no unrest within their party.
In Thailand, 21-year-old social media influencer Thanakarn Kanthee died after drinking two bottles of whisky in a challenge for money. He had intellectual disabilities and drank to provide for his family. Police arrested the man who hired him. Authorities charged him with reckless behavior causing death, which can lead to a jail term and fine.
India's textiles and apparel exports, including handicrafts, rose by 7% to USD 21.35 billion from April-October FY 2024-25, led by Ready Made Garments. Imports in the sector declined slightly by 1% in the same period. Cotton Textiles and Man-Made Textiles saw notable export increases.
A 24-year-old man, Arshad, with his father, killed his four sisters and mother in a Lucknow hotel. Arshad claimed it was due to harassment over land issues in Agra. Police found the bodies and took Arshad into custody while searching for his father. Investigation and evidence collection are ongoing.
In 2024, the National Commission for Women received 25,743 complaints, with 24% related to domestic violence. Complaints about the right to live with dignity and dowry harassment were also significant. Uttar Pradesh reported the highest number of complaints. While overall complaints declined from 2023, numbers remain higher than pre-pandemic levels.
"EQ of M: 3.1, On: 02/01/2025 12:35:14 IST, Lat: 24.53 N, Long: 93.72 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Churachandpur, Manipur," NCS posted on X.
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Nara Lokesh has signed an MoU with insurance companies to provide insurance coverage to one crore TDP activists, making it the first political party in India to do so. The party has paid Rs 42 crore for the first premium and plans to continue such welfare initiatives.
A porter at Hazrat Nizamuddin station charged Rs 10,000 to assist an elderly man in a wheelchair. The porter had to return Rs 9,000 after an investigation. The railway administration took away the porter’s badge. The railway authorities emphasize their commitment to passenger welfare and a zero-tolerance policy for such misconduct.
