Ireland's Data Protection Commission, the lead EU regulator for most of the top U.S. internet firms due to the location of their EU operations in the country, in August sought an order to suspend or restrict X from processing the data of users for the purposes of developing, training or refining its AI systems.
CapitaLand Investment, a Singapore-based global investor, plans to raise $200-250 million for India's data centers sector. This move is part of its strategy to double its funds under management in India by 2028. The company aims to capitalize on India's growing digital economy and high demand for quality real assets.
Investors showed interest in FMCG, realty, and healthcare sectors, while energy, banking, IT, and metal stocks experienced selling pressure.
The Centre has approved the construction of over 8 lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna in rural Chhattisgarh. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai criticized the previous Congress government for not implementing the scheme, depriving 18 lakh families of homes.
Trump did not provide specifics regarding Melania's travels, but he did voice worry about the way she has been treated in public. After an assassination attempt, he talked about keeping his family out of the spotlight and having Barron help with campaign work behind the scenes.
ATS Realty and Greenbay Infrastructure have paid Rs 130 crore to YEIDA under a one-time settlement scheme to revive stalled real estate projects in Uttar Pradesh. This payment is part of efforts to clear outstanding dues on land parcels near the upcoming Noida International Airport, aiming to expedite project completion for homebuyers.
In 2016 and 2020, pollsters correctly predicted that Kamala Harris would lose her edge two months before the election.
Air India is building a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Bengaluru, expected to create over 1,200 jobs for aviation engineers and seven times more indirect jobs. The project, costing Rs 1,400 crore, will feature advanced maintenance technology and be operational by 2026.
The Congress party is in talks with the Aam Aadmi Party and other INDIA bloc partners, including CPI (M) and Samajwadi Party, for a potential alliance in the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections. Discussions are ongoing, and decisions will be made soon. The elections are scheduled for October 5, with vote counting on October 8.
In July, the U.S. trade deficit surged by 7.9% to $78.8 billion as businesses increased imports in anticipation of higher tariffs, potentially affecting economic growth in the third quarter. Economists had predicted a rise to $79.0 billion. The Biden administration plans to impose steeper tariffs on Chinese goods, with final decisions expected soon.
As part of the OFS, the government has opted to exercise the greenshoe option, increasing the total stake sale to 6.78%. The government plans to sell up to a 3.39% equity stake on September 4 for non-retail investors. At an offer price of Rs 395 per share, the sale is expected to generate approximately Rs 4,700 crore for the government's exchequer.
The British government announced legislation on Wednesday to ban the so-called "zombie drug" xylazine and 21 other drugs to tackle deaths and crack down on criminal gangs. The new legislation would make xylazine a Class C drug.
The rupee hit a lifetime intraday low of 83.98 per US dollar during the day, LSEG data showed, but strengthened again as the Reserve Bank likely sold dollars to contain further weakness and prevented the local currency from touching the psychologically significant 84.00/$1 level, traders said.
Volkswagen's decision to close plants in Germany and end long-standing labour agreements has highlighted its unique governance and ownership structure. The company's history, influenced by the Volkswagen law, grants significant power to Lower Saxony and workers, impacting major decisions. This structure has drawn criticism from investors for years.
Former principal of Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College, Sandip Ghosh, has approached the Supreme Court against a Calcutta High Court order for a CBI probe into a graft case involving him. Arrested on Monday, Ghosh and three others are in CBI custody until September 10. The Supreme Court will hear his plea on September 6.
The Congress party has accused public sector banks of accepting a significant loss when settling claims from financially stressed companies that were acquired by the Adani Group. According to data from the All India Bank Employees Association, banks with claims totaling around Rs 62,000 crore settled for only Rs 16,000 crore after the Adani Group took over these firms, resulting in a "haircut" of up to 74%.
Retirement mutual fund’s assets under management (AUM) has increased by over 256% in the last five years to touch Rs 29,903.39 crore in July 2024, as compared with Rs 8395.12 crore in July 2019.
Volvo Cars has revised its goal of selling only fully electric cars by 2030. Instead, it will now include plug-in hybrid and mild hybrid models in its lineup. This change is due to slowing EV demand, lack of affordable models, and slow charging infrastructure rollout.
Property prices in this Delhi-NCR region have seen a noteworthy rise, surging by 170% in the past five years, according to a report by Geetanjali Homestate. Land values have witnessed an even more dramatic increase, jumping by 450% during the same period. The report highlights the remarkable growth in property values since 2019, driven by factors such as improved infrastructure, increased connectivity, and rising demand for suburban living. Read on to find out more about the Delhi-NCR region where... Читать дальше...
Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump: Indian-Americans are rallying behind Vice President Kamala Harris for the upcoming US presidential elections against Donald Trump. The 'Indian Americans for Harris' campaign aims to mobilize support in key battleground states, emphasizing her Indian heritage and significance as a leader of Indian descent. The campaign follows Joe Biden's exit from the race.
Alpex Solar plans to double its photovoltaic solar module capacity to 2.4 GW by FY2025-26. A new 1.2 GW project will be set up in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. The company is also exploring solar cell manufacturing and aims for deeper integration in the solar industry.
The National Medical Commission has reinstated previously removed topics in the forensic medicine and toxicology curriculum for undergraduate medical students. These include controversial subjects like sodomy, lesbianism, and definitions of virginity. The revised curriculum also covers legal competencies and various sexual perversions, aiming to develop an Indian Medical Graduate with comprehensive medico-legal knowledge.
Ohio Sen. JD Vance's conversion to Catholicism in 2019 has influenced his political views, aligning him with a Catholic intellectual movement known as postliberalism. This movement advocates for a strong government controlled by their ideals, focusing on the common good and social issues like family breakdowns and addictions.