An Israeli drone strike near the Syrian border with Lebanon killed three Palestinian fighters and a Hezbollah member, according to security sources. The Israeli military confirmed the strike, targeting Faris Qasim of Islamic Jihad, and other militants. The incident adds tension to ongoing regional conflicts involving Hezbollah and Islamic Jihad.
The Volt Typhoon had infiltrated many US energy, water, telecommunications, and other vital service providers.
The government has set a lower 10% public shareholding requirement for companies listing on IFSC exchanges, compared to 25% on other exchanges. This move aims to attract more companies to IFSC in Gujarat's GIFT City. Indian and foreign firms may find listing at IFSC more appealing for accessing foreign capital.
The Emirates Cricket Board's International League T20 (IL T20) is focusing on expanding its presence in India, considering it the largest market with five of the six franchises and media rights partner Zee Entertainment originating from there. Zee aims to increase viewer reach by broadcasting on more regional channels and possibly streaming on YouTube outside India.
The archetypal 'cat lady' is the stuff of urban legends, whispered about in hushed tones at knitting circles and organic kale smoothie meetups. Instead of chasing after men or career advancements or doting over oversized kids, the CL spends her evenings arranging catnip-infused potpourri and practising her fellow feline impressions.
Speciality steel manufacturers are advocating for the inclusion of value-added products like wires, bright bars, and stainless-steel components for defence in the upcoming version of the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme. The government has initiated discussions on broadening the PLI scope, with industry submissions expected soon. Major steel companies participated in a recent meeting to provide inputs.
From flooded underpasses and badly constructed roads to falling bridges, dubious construction quality has become less uncommon than comfort. What is more galling is the lows that administrative oversight has reached, even for very expensive public infrastructure funded by taxpayers. The problem is that the be-all and end-all of many such projects seems to be meeting inauguration deadlines.
India needs to embark on a massive training programme to develop the brainpower needed for an AI revolution. The US will need an additional 1 mn workers in STEM in 2030 than it did in 2020. Hence, corporations are lobbying hard for more skilled migrants from India
States have little to differentiate themselves for a foreign investor seeking to make India a global production base. There is no tax arbitrage available in a localisation decision. Logistics costs are declining, and electricity supply is uniform with creation of a national grid. GST has created a common tax structure.
The summit will contribute significantly to boosting the state's GDP and make a bigger impact than all other investor summits held so far, Yadav said. He was addressing the media at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences campus in Bhopal.
A striking art piece by Adrian Piper at the Met Museum, New York, features a mirror in a mahogany frame with the phrase 'Everything will be taken away' written in gold leaf. This profound work, placed across different sections of the museum, serves as a poignant reminder of human mortality and frailty, encouraging humility and introspection.
Over the past 20 years, China has given large loans to a number of nations, which has had a considerable impact on the geopolitical and economic dynamics of the world. Infrastructure and development projects in low- and middle-income countries are the main beneficiaries of these loans.
Israel launched a major military operation in the West Bank to counter "terrorist activity," resulting in the deaths of nine Palestinians and injuries to 11 others. The Israel Defense Forces claimed the raids targeted militants, while Palestinians condemned the action. Violence in the area has intensified since Hamas' October 7 incursion into southern Israel.
A Santa Catarina state judge ruled on Monday that Meta had 48 hours to block ads that Havan did not contract and which mention it or its owner, billionaire Luciano Hang. If Meta does not comply, fines can go up to 20 million reais.
Indian tech companies are focusing on reducing operational costs, securing investor exits, and listing on local stock exchanges. Previously favoring US listings for higher valuations, the trend is now shifting due to the strong performance of the Indian market. Founders are encouraged to consider reinstating in India despite the potential tax challenges.
The Centre has proposed a new regulation allowing the sale of raw sugar in the domestic market, replacing the six-decade-old rule that permitted only exports. The draft 'Sugar (Control) Order, 2024' aims to benefit the industry by taking advantage of technological advancements in production processes.
Speaking at the annual Global Fintech Fest here, Nilekani said the very idea while building an Aadhar or unified payments interface (UPI) was to build the rails that could be used by the private sector or entrepreneurs to come out with innovative offerings.
As audiences shift away from cable TV, Disney is crafting a plan to offer its flagship ESPN network as a standalone app for the first time starting next year.
Simon Levin, an Ecology and Evolutionary Biology professor at Princeton University, emphasizes the intersection between economics and ecology. He discusses how economic behaviors like discounting the future and self-interest can lead to environmental issues. Levin suggests cooperation, inspired by natural systems, is crucial for addressing global challenges like climate change and sustainability.
Boeing faces criticism after NASA deemed its Starliner spacecraft too risky for a return trip from the International Space Station, delaying the return of astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore. This raises concerns about Boeing's ongoing role and reliability in NASA's Artemis moon mission program.
A federal appeals court has revived Sarah Palin's libel case against The New York Times, citing judge errors during the trial. The appeals court found improper dismissal of the case mid-deliberation, exclusion of evidence, and inaccurate jury instructions. A retrial has been ordered, though Judge Rakoff stays on the case.
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) is exploring differential punitive tariffs for spam callers using personal numbers. Analysis found nearly 14 lakh SIM cards making between 50 to 1000 calls daily in early 2024. Trai has also proposed new message categories to curb the misuse of service and transactional messages.
Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 268 releases on September 1, 2024. Sukuna's defeat seems imminent as Yuji launches a decisive attack. Nobara returns, reuniting with Yuji and Megumi. The chapter may mark a turning point, potentially ending the curse cycle and the series.
The Israeli military acknowledged its failure to respond effectively to a settler attack in the West Bank, where a Palestinian man was killed. The August 15 raid led to the arrest of four suspects. The incident has contributed to escalating violence in the region amid the ongoing Gaza war.