The Union government prepares unified guidelines for document seizure and handling by agencies, emphasizing protection of personal conversations. This follows a Supreme Court ruling favoring Santiago Martin over ED's seizure of his iPhone data. Guidelines will address privacy concerns amid rising digital investigations.
Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, recorded its highest-ever fourth-quarter revenue of T$2.13 trillion, driven by robust demand for AI servers. This surpassed expectations, marking a 15.2% increase. The company forecasts that its first-quarter performance in 2025 will align with its five-year average, showing significant year-on-year growth.
TRAI will begin a pilot to onboard past and paper-based consents for commercial communications onto its DLT platform. Also, new spam control regulations and separate tariff vouchers for voice and SMS will be implemented. Recommendations on satellite spectrum and network authorisation are on the agenda for 2025.
Indian-origin US lawmakers are facing a backlash from nativist groups after Congressman Ami Bera posted a photo on social media celebrating their "coalition" in Congress. The post led to racist remarks, with critics accusing them of being "foreign agents" and calling for their deportation.
An Indian-origin CEO sparked debate on LinkedIn by revealing he hasn't done dishes in four years, valuing his time at $5,000/hour. He prioritizes high-value work over tasks like washing dishes. The post drew mixed reactions, with some praising productivity focus and others questioning practicality and privilege. He urged people to re-evaluate their time use.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has discovered rust on asteroid Psyche, challenging previous assumptions of its metallic composition. This suggests hydration and water-related processes, offering new insights into its formation and history.
“Reducing U.S. jobless claims and potential policy shifts in the US indicate that the FED is not in a hurry to reduce interest rates in the near term. Looking ahead, the market is likely to focus on Q3 earnings, with expectations of improvement in earnings on a QoQ basis," Nair added.
Zoo officials in Surat are giving an Ayurvedic supplement to a male white tiger named Gaurav to enhance his interest in mating with his companion Garima. Garima has shown signs of sexual maturity, but Gaurav has been disinterested. The supplement includes safed muesli, shatavari, and ashwagandha.
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced the recruitment of 55,143 government employees in a single year, emphasizing it is unprecedented in India. The 'Rajiv Gandhi Civil Services Abhaya Hastam' programme supports civil services aspirants with Rs 1 lakh financial assistance, aiming to increase Telangana's representation in civil services exams.
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Indian cricket fans and pundits praised stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah following India's 3-1 defeat to Australia in a five-Test series. While Bumrah impressed with 32 wickets and was named Man of the Series, questions arose about the future of veteran players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, whose performances were deemed poor.
Three tigers and a sub-adult leopard at Gorewada Rescue Centre in Nagpur died from avian flu H5N1. This is the first time the virus caused significant wildlife deaths in captivity in India. Health measures were taken, and other big cats were examined and found healthy. Biosecurity measures are being implemented to prevent further transmission.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar criticized the RJD, led by rival Lalu Prasad, for their ineffective governance in the past, asserting his alliances with them were mistaken. Despite recent overtures from Prasad, Kumar, currently aligned with BJP, emphasized his development efforts, especially in women's empowerment through initiatives like Jivika.
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A controversy arose after BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri made a remark about Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi's appearance. The comment led to criticism from Congress and AAP, highlighting BJP's mentality towards women. Congress and AAP leaders questioned BJP's stance on women's issues, urging BJP leaders and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address such comments.
A drone was spotted over the Jagannath temple in Puri, a no-fly zone, raising security concerns. The drone hovered for nearly half an hour. Police have started an investigation to identify the person responsible. The government plans to deploy police personnel at watchtowers around the temple to prevent future incidents.
The government is set to launch a new round of Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the steel sector, aiming to boost domestic production of specialty steel and reduce imports. The previous scheme attracted significant investments and job creation, but further participation is needed. This new initiative seeks to draw more investment and improve domestic manufacturing of high-grade steel.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan has cautiously reacted to Satchidananda Swamy's call to end the tradition of male devotees entering temples shirtless. The practice is seen as a residue of casteism, and Swamy argues it has nothing to do with spirituality. The CM emphasized the need for consensus among temple stakeholders before any decision is made.
Sunil Gavaskar has advised Indian batters to participate in the Ranji Trophy to resolve technical issues. He highlighted the importance of commitment and domestic cricket for the upcoming WTC cycle. Gavaskar emphasized the inclusion of young players and the need for iron out flaws before future series.
Pani Puri Vendor GST Notice: Indian Pani Puri vendors have received GST notices after their annual digital transactions surpassed Rs 40 lakh. The rapid adoption of platforms like PhonePe and RazorPay has pushed these vendors into the formal economy. The amusing social media responses to this news highlight the growing impact of digital payments on small businesses.
The government is urged to cut GST on cement from 28% to 18% to increase consumption. JK Lakshmi Cement plans significant investment in Bihar, emphasizing cement's role in infrastructure. Expansion to 30 million tonnes capacity by 2030 is targeted, with steady demand growth and global diversification in progress.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the AAP government in Delhi, accusing it of wasting a decade in conflicts with the Centre. Addressing a rally in Rohini, Modi promised that if the BJP comes to power, public welfare schemes would continue, but corruption would be eradicated.
