• Technology

    Major UK banks hit by payday digital banking problems again

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    Customers of multiple banks have reported problems banking online, as they struggle to access services on payday for the second month running. The problems came two days after MPs were due to receive details of how IT failures have affected banks over the past two years. At the end of January, customers of Barclays Bank were left unable to access app and online banking services following a major IT outage that lasted three days. The latest problems, yet again on payday, have hit Lloyds Bank, Nationwide, TSB and Halifax, according to outage monitoring organisation Downdetector. One senior banking IT…

  • Tours Travel

    How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Melissa Fumero

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    Melissa Fumero’s sons, at 5 and 8 years old, are almost at the age that they can prep breakfast for themselves. When the time comes, it will be a help for the busy mom, who also doubles as the queen of network television. The actor is perhaps best known for playing the over-eager, by-the-rules Det. Amy Santiago in the police comedy series “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” In Sunday Funday, L.A. people give us a play-by-play of their ideal Sunday around town. Find ideas and inspiration on where to go, what to eat and how to enjoy life on the weekends. But she…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Zendaya joins cast of Shrek 5 as Felicia in highly anticipated sequel set for December 2026 release

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    Zendaya will voice Felicia, Shrek and Fiona’s now grown-up daughter. Fans are thrilled about the new addition, which marks a significant moment in the franchise’s long journey. After a long-awaited decade, Shrek fans are in for a treat as the fifth instalment of the animated franchise is officially set to hit theatres on December 23, 2026. The announcement has stirred excitement, with Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation unveiling a new 30-second trailer on Thursday, offering fans a glimpse of the beloved characters – Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Pinocchio, and now-teenage Felicia, the daughter of Shrek and Fiona. One of the biggest…

  • Auto

    Volkswagen won’t revive old names unless cars are “true to genes”

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    Volkswagen will bring back discontinued names, such as the Scirocco, only if the intended vehicle is “true to the genes” of the original model.  Brand CEO Thomas Schäfer said: “The Scirocco is a very special model. I can name a few others, but if it doesn’t reflect the DNA of the original car in a really strong sense, then [we would] rather give it a new name and do something else.”  This approach goes against the market trend of other car makers launching new cars that use names from the past, including the Ford Capri, Ford Explorer and Vauxhall Frontera. In some cases, the public…

  • Business

    Govt looking to address return on 5G investments, pressure on spectrum to increase

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: The government is looking at addressing challenges related to lack of returns on 5G investments and at the same time need for expanding telecom infrastructure arising out of increase in data usage, a senior official said on Friday. During a panel discussion at ICRIER Prosus Centre for Internet and Digital Economy event, telecom secretary Neeraj Mittal said that the median data speed in India has increased from about 99-100 megabit per second (mbps) in September to 151 mbps and on an average an individual consumes about 29 gigabytes of data every month. He said that most people are…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Dell earnings report Q4 2025

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    Michael Dell, chairman and chief executive officer of Dell Inc., speaks during the Dell Technologies World conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, on Monday, May 20, 2024. Bridget Bennett | Bloomberg | Getty Images Dell reported fourth-quarter sales that fell short of analysts’ estimates but earnings topped Wall Street expectations. Here’s how the hardware company did versus LSEG consensus estimates: Revenue: $23.9 billion, versus $24.55 billion estimated EPS: $2.68, adjusted, versus $2.53 estimated. Dell shares are down less than 5% so far in 2025, but the company’s stock has more than doubled in the last two years due to soaring…

  • Finance

    India’s April-January fiscal deficit at Rs 11.70 lakh crore, widens on-year to 74.5% of FY25 revised aim

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    India’s fiscal deficit for the first 10 months of this fiscal year through December stood at 11.70 lakh crore rupees, or 74.5% of annual estimates, government data showed today. The fiscal deficit widened from 63.6% reported in the comparable year-earlier period. While announcing the federal budget for the next fiscal year that starts April 1, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revised the fiscal gap target down to 4.8% from 4.9% pegged in this fiscal year’s budget, likely aided by reduced spending on planned capital investments and a larger-than-expected central bank dividend. In the Budget, the government stuck to its fiscal consolidation…

  • Home Kitchen

    Pancake recipe saves money and avoids ultra processed foods

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    Even if you’re not observing Lent, everyone can partake in the customary feast day of Shrove Tuesday or Pancake Day. I’m going to attempt to give up being silently irate with everything, but I doubt I’ll last a day. This year has utterly baffled me it’s already the end of February and no pancakes as Shrove Tuesday falls on March 4 this year. Not that I need an excuse to make pancakes I frequently whip up a batch of batter on Sunday mornings. It’s a simple method to incorporate all the nutritious benefits of eggs into a teenager who refuses…

  • Legal Law

    Bitcoin plunges as crypto fans didn’t get everything they wanted from Trump

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    The price of bitcoin hit a record high of $109,114.88 during intraday trading on January 20, the day of President Trump’s inauguration, but has plummeted since and went as low as $83,741.94 during today’s trading. That’s a 23.3 percent drop from the intraday record to today’s low, though it was back over $84,000 as of this writing. Bitcoin had been above $100,000 as recently as February 7, and was over $96,000 on Monday this week. Bitcoin’s drop is part of a wider rout in which over $800 billion of nominal value “has been wiped off global cryptocurrency markets in recent…

  • Medicine

    Datapharm partners with VIDAL to advance accessibility of medicines information in France

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    Datapharm, a provider of medicines information in the UK, has announced its continued expansion into Europe through a new strategic partnership with VIDAL. This collaboration will make Datapharm’s Scientific Response Document (SRD) Search technology accessible to healthcare professionals (HCPs) in France via VIDAL’s trusted medicines information platform. The partnership has already secured interest from 11 pharmaceutical companies.   Many HCPs struggle to find reliable answers online to their questions about medicines. To address this need, Datapharm collaborated with Medical Information Leaders in Europe (MILE) to develop innovative SRD search technology. The technology enables HCPs to retrieve accurate responses 24/7 and has already…

  • Technology

    Czy mogę rozbudować pamięć RAM mojego laptopa Dell?

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    RAM mojego laptopa Dell Dell Power Manager to zaawansowane oprogramowanie opracowane przez firmę Dell, które umożliwia użytkownikom laptopów tej marki zarządzanie zasilaniem i baterią. Aplikacja ta jest szczególnie przydatna dla osób, które chcą zoptymalizować wydajność energetyczną swojego urządzenia, wydłużyć czas pracy na baterii lub dostosować parametry chłodzenia. Dzięki Dell Power Manager użytkownicy mogą lepiej kontrolować zużycie energii i dostosować ustawienia do własnych potrzeb, co jest niezwykle ważne zarówno w pracy biurowej, jak i podczas mobilnego użytkowania laptopa. Jedną z kluczowych funkcji Dell Power Manager jest możliwość monitorowania stanu baterii i dostosowywania jej profilu ładowania. Program oferuje różne tryby zarządzania baterią,…

  • Tours Travel

    This L.A. stargazing party is ‘more interesting than going to a bar’

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    When Dylan Anderson was eight years old, he discovered an old telescope of his grandfather’s. The pirate-esque rig was dusty from years in the garage, but Anderson was instantly intrigued. “I was like, ‘Hey, what’s this?’ ” the now-18-year-old member of the Los Angeles Astronomical Society said. “I saw Jupiter and its four moons, and I was hooked.” You’ll hear similar stories from a lot of astronomy enthusiasts, who say that seeing their first big planet was what sparked a lifelong enchantment with the stars. So perhaps it should come as no surprise that the line to see Jupiter, with…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Priyamani’s interfaith marriage with Mustafa Raj was called love jihad, says it ‘took a toll’ on her

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    In a recent interview, Priyamani said that she continues to receive hate for her interfaith marriage. People have labelled her relationship as ‘love jihad’ which eventually took a toll on her. Read on to know more. Priyamani married filmmaker Mustafa Raj in 2017, however, the couple continue to receive hate for their interfaith marriage even after seven years of marriage. In a recent interview, Priyamani revealed that they have been receiving hate since their engagement and that their marriage was termed as ‘love jihad’. In an interview with Filmfare, the 40-year-old actress said, “When I announced my engagement, I just…

  • Auto

    Kia EV2 concept previews £25k SUV due next year

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    The Kia EV2 will arrive next year as one of the brand’s smallest and most affordable electric cars yet. Previewed by the EV2 concept, the small SUV will be priced from around €30,000 (£25,000), positioning it as a rival for the Renault 5 and Renault 4 siblings and the Vauxhall Corsa Electric. Technical details remain under wraps, but the EV2 is expected to utilise the entry-level 400V version of the Hyundai Motor Group’s E-GMP architecture, which also underpins the larger Kia EV3 and EV4.  It’s therefore likely to offer a similar assortment of powertrains as its siblings, which pair a 201bhp motor with a choice…

  • Business

    Make in India delivers export-quality fruit for Apple vendors

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: India has started exporting electronic components to China and Vietnam for the first time for manufacturing Apple products like MacBooks, AirPods, Watch, Pencil and iPhones-a role reversal of sorts that also marks a key milestone in the US technology major’s efforts to diversify supply chain.Apple suppliers Motherson Group, Jabil, Aequs and Tata Electronics are making mechanics, including enclosures, for all its products barring iPads in India and exporting them to the assembling locations to be utilised in making the final products, people aware of the details told ET. “In its bid to deepen domestic value addition and build…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Q4 2024 earnings

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    A sign outside of the Warner Brothers Discovery Techwood Turner Broadcasting campus is seen on June 26, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. Kevin Dietsch | Getty Images Warner Bros. Discovery said Thursday it added 6.4 million global streaming subscribers in the fourth quarter for a total of 116.9 million subscribers. Fourth-quarter revenue for the streaming segment, which is anchored by flagship service Max, totaled $2.65 billion, up 5% from $2.53 billion in the same quarter last year. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization for the unit came in at $409 million, compared with an adjusted EBITDA loss of $55…

  • Finance

    UPI transactions in Jan surpass 16.99 billion, highest recorded in any month

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: UPI transactions in January surpassed 16.99 billion and the value exceeded Rs 23.48 lakh crore, marking the highest number recorded in any month, the Finance Ministry said on Thursday. For 2023-24, the digital payments landscape has demonstrated remarkable expansion, the finance ministry said in a statement. Unified Payments Interface (UPI) remains the cornerstone of India’s digital payment ecosystem, contributing to 80 per cent of the retail payments across the country, it said. The total transaction volume exceeded 131 billion and the value exceeded Rs 200 lakh crore for the 2023-24. Its ease of use, combined with a growing…

  • Home Kitchen

    Gordon Ramsay says steak will be ‘beautifully moist’ with 1 ingredient

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    When it comes to dining out, there’s something about ordering a steak that feels like a wonderful – albeit often expensive – treat. But replicating that tender, juicy, restaurant-quality flavour in your own kitchen is a task that’s often easier said than done. It’s all too easy to overcook the meat, leaving it tough and flavourless, but Gordon Ramsay says the key to cooking the perfect steak is all about the sear – and adding one ingredient will ensure the meat will be beautifully moist and full of flavour. The renowned celebrity chef says it’s important to get your steak…

  • Legal Law

    Trump should block Biden’s AI “gift” to China, Microsoft argues

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    “Countries including Brazil, India, Israel, and the UAE are eminently capable of ramping up investments aimed at securing new ways to access increased computing capacity,” the Brookings Institute said. “Preventing companies in middle-tier countries from relying on the US to supply computing chips is a surefire way to push them into building non-US alliances that include stronger technology ties with China.” The rule could also complicate the global AI landscape in ways the US may not anticipate, the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a bipartisan, nonprofit policy research organization, forecast last week. It could “breed resentment, not cooperation”…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Inside Sussanne Khan’s The Charcoal Project: A new luxury interior destination in Hyderabad

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    Sussanne Khan unveils her flagship interior store The Charcoal Project in Hyderabad, in collaboration with Gauri Khan. | Photo Credit: Siddhant Thakur A day before the formal launch of The Charcoal Project (TCP) in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, Sussanne Khan and her team are adding the final touches to the space. Spread over six floors, it marks Sussanne’s foray into Hyderabad’s interior design scene, 14 years after founding TCP in Mumbai. One floor features concept spaces and product lines by Gauri Khan Designs. Sussanne’s excitement, tinged with a hint of nervousness, is evident as she settles in for an interview on…

  • Medicine

    India CRDMO sector growth potential at $22 – $25 billion by 2035

    February 28, 2025 - By 

    The Indian Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organisation (CRDMO) sector is at an inflection point, with the potential to grow to $22 – $25 billion by 2035, as revealed in a new report, Unleashing the Tiger: Indian CRDMO Sector 2025, published by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and Innovative Pharmaceutical Services Organisation (IPSO). The report highlights India’s strong foundation in small molecule capabilities, sustainable cost advantages and emerging biologics expertise, positioning the country as a global leader in pharmaceutical innovation. Key findings from the report India’s CRDMO market is growing at a 15% CAGR, outpacing global industry growth, fueled by its cost…

  • Relationship

    From Bee Phobia to Relationship Drama

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Have you ever had a moment in your relationship where your reaction felt automatic, intense, and almost out of your control? Maybe your partner made a small comment, and before you knew it, you shut down, lashed out, or felt completely overwhelmed. These sudden, emotional reactions are known as relationship triggers—deep-seated responses that stem from past experiences, often before your current relationship even began. In episode 25 of Roadmap to Secure Love, Kimberly Castelo and Kyle Benson explore how relationship triggers develop, why they feel so intense, and how we can begin to break free from these patterns to create…

  • Technology

    Peer demands Fujitsu cough up £300m interim payment towards Post Office scandal bill

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Fujitsu should make a £300m interim payment to the public purse towards its eventual bill for the costs of the Post Office scandal, says a Labour peer. Speaking in a debate on the slow progress of financial redress for victims of the scandal, Kevan Jones said Fujitsu had apologised and promised to pay towards the costs of a scandal – for which it was partly to blame – but is yet to pay a penny. Referencing Computer Weekly, Jones said: “Today, there’s been no money paid to victims from Fujitsu and this company is still making multimillion-pound profits from…

  • Tours Travel

    The Gallery, L.A.’s new immersive restaurant, feels like a theme park

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    To set foot inside the Gallery, a new restaurant and bar in downtown, is to be whisked into a world fit for a theme park. Walk in via its bar, and gone are views of Olympic Boulevard. In the place of windows, you’ll find a fantastical, idealized take on a major city, a skyline vision that looks ripped from an animated film. Stroll into the dining room and at first you may see a blank canvas, only soon its walls and tables awaken to place you underwater, in nature or surrounded by a scalding hot warehouse where lava flows over…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Gene Hackman, wife and dog found dead at their New Mexico home

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Legendary actor Gene Hackman and his wife were found dead in their New Mexico home Wednesday, authorities said. Read on to know more. Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife classical pianist Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their New Mexico home Wednesday, authorities said. The authorities are not suspecting any foul play, however, they did not release any details of the circumstances of their deaths.  The police said that an investigation is underway. Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Denise Avila said deputies responded to a request to do a welfare check at the home Wednesday around 1:45 pm…

  • Auto

    Mercedes-Benz GLE Review 2025, Price & Specs

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    This car’s broad array of powertrains lends it the configurability to suit a range of different roles and briefs, and makes it quite a versatile choice. You can have simple, everyday, longer-distance efficiency for a reasonable price in the GLE 300d, or that bit more torque for effortless towing, hauling, climbing and motorway driving from the six-cylinder diesel -450d. You can have sweeter-revving power on tap, without a care for efficiency, from either of the straight-six petrols; or you can combine either a petrol or diesel engine with PHEV power for precisely the kind of electrified compromise you like. Or…

  • Business

    JioHotstar to livestream 97th Academy Awards in India

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    The 97th edition of the Academy Awards will be streamed live in India on JioHotstar, the streamer announced on Thursday. The 2025 Oscars, which will also air live on Star Movies, will be held at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood on March 3 in Los Angeles. “Audiences across the country can witness the entertainment industry’s most prestigious night unfold in real time, celebrating the finest achievements in global cinema. The ceremony will also be available after the live broadcast on JioHotstar,” a press release said. Comedian, writer and former late-night host Conan O’Brien will be the host of the…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Rolls-Royce jump to fresh record on profit beat, upbeat outlook

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    A model of an UltraFan on the Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc stand on day two of the Farnborough International Airshow in Farnborough, UK, on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images British aerospace group Rolls-Royce on Thursday posted stronger-than-expected full-year earnings, upgraded its mid-term guidance and declared a £1 billion ($1.27 billion) share buyback. Rolls-Royce, which manufactures jet engines for commercial aircraft along with power systems for ships and submarines, reported 2024 operating profit of £2.46 billion, beating analyst expectations and reflecting an increase of 57% from the year prior. The company said robust delivery in 2023 and…

  • Finance

    India’s GST collections surge in January 2025: gross up 12.3%, net rises 10.9%: NCAER report

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    GST collections, gross and net, achieved robust double-digit growth of 12.3 per cent and 10.9 per cent respectively in January 2025, as compared to subdued growth of 7.3 per cent and 3.3 per cent in December 2024, according to NCAER monthly review. PMI for manufacturing increased to 57.7 in January, signalling expansion while PMI for services remained at an elevated level of 56.5. NCAER Director General Dr Poonam Gupta said, “Moderation in inflation (headline inflation to 4.3 per cent) has opened up more policy space. The agriculture sector is also exhibiting much-needed resilience, which bodes well for both inflation control…

  • Home Kitchen

    Jamie Oliver’s ‘best’ scone recipe produces ‘crumbliest’ results

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Scones are an iconic British treat, simple yet so indulgent and satisfying – and Jamie Oliver’s version is no exception. With a light, airy texture and just the right amount of sweetness, this quick and easy recipe – which makes 16 servings – is an absolute joy to make. The key to these perfect scones is doing as little as possible; the less you handle the dough, the lighter and crumblier they’ll be. Sharing this recipe from his cookbook ‘Jamie’s Great Britain’ on his website, the chef said: “Scones are wonderfully British, delicious, and so simple even a five-year-old could…

  • Business

    강남유흥에서 라이브 밴드 공연이 있는 곳은?

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    밴드 공연이 있는 곳은 강남은 서울의 대표적인 유흥 지역으로, 다양한 형태의 즐길 거리가 가득한 곳이다. 트렌디한 클럽과 세련된 라운지 바가 유명하지만, 최근에는 라이브 밴드 공연을 즐길 수 있는 공간들도 많은 관심을 받고 있다. 단순히 음악을 듣는 것이 아니라, 눈앞에서 펼쳐지는 생생한 라이브 퍼포먼스를 경험하며 특별한 밤을 보내고 싶은 사람들에게 라이브 밴드 공연이 있는 곳은 매력적인 선택지가 된다. 강남에서 라이브 밴드 공연을 즐길 수 있는 곳들은 각기 다른 분위기와 음악 스타일을 가지고 있다. 재즈, 록, 블루스, 팝 등 다양한 장르의 공연이 펼쳐지는 공간들이 많으며, 취향에 따라 선택할 수 있다. 특히, 고급스러운 라운지 바에서는 감미로운 재즈나 어쿠스틱 음악이 흐르는 가운데 칵테일을 즐길…

  • Business

    오피사이트가 확장 가능한지 어떻게 보장합니까?

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    오피사이트가 확장 기업이 성장함에 따라 오피사이트(Office Site)의 확장 가능성은 중요한 고려 요소가 된다. 조직의 규모가 커지면서 더 많은 직원, 추가적인 부서, 새로운 업무 요구가 발생하기 때문에 사무실 공간이 이러한 변화를 수용할 수 있어야 한다. 오피사이트의 확장 가능성을 보장하는 것은 기업의 장기적인 운영 효율성과 생산성에 큰 영향을 미치며, 이를 위해 신중한 계획과 적절한 전략이 필요하다. 먼저, 유연한 공간 설계가 필수적이다. 초기 오피사이트를 구축할 때부터 확장을 고려한 설계를 하면, 향후 공간을 재구성하는 과정에서 불필요한 비용과 시간 낭비를 줄일 수 있다. 가변형 벽체, 모듈형 가구, 이동식 파티션 등을 활용하면 사무실 레이아웃을 쉽게 변경할 수 있으며, 필요할 때 새로운 부서를 추가하거나 기존 팀을 재배치하는…

  • Legal Law

    Automattic’s “nuclear war” over WordPress access sparks potential class action

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    WordPress software, Keller’s complaint explained, “has long been promised to be free and available to everyone forever.” This promise propelled WordPress’ popularity to, by its own estimates, “encompass more than 40 percent of all websites in the world,” his complaint said. In the 10 years Keller used WPE, he never had any issues accessing the WordPress ecosystem, and he thought WordPress had guaranteed that it would stay that way—especially since WPE’s use of the trademark appeared to be “expressly permitted on the WordPress foundation website.” But in the past few years, WPE’s business has substantially grown, Keller explained, attracting big…

  • Medicine

    ProductLife Group acquires HERAX Life Science

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    ProductLife Group (PLG) has announced the acquisition of HERAX Life Science, a Danish business and technology consultancy providing tailored services and solutions for the life sciences industry. Founded in Copenhagen in 2009, HERAX Life Science has established itself as a highly specialised business and IT consultancy, supporting life sciences companies in digitising R&D activities, selecting and delivering technology solutions, and optimising business processes within clinical development. Supported by a team of industry experts, HERAX Life Science leverages methodology, deep process understanding and technology to help clients enhance their R&D efforts and achieve better outcomes. This acquisition unites HERAX Life Science…

  • Tours Travel

    Donald Trump, Elon Musk are coming for your summer vacation

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    According to travel experts, early spring is the ideal time to begin planning your summer vacation. Some of the more anxious among us (OK, me) might even push that to pre-spring, as in late February or early March, if only to provide a beacon of hope during the year’s gloomiest months. Lord knows we could all use a beacon of hope right now. I just fear summer vacation may no longer be it. President Trump and world’s richest man Elon Musk seem determined to make any upcoming vacation plans as difficult, expensive and potentially dangerous as possible. In a quest…

  • Arts Entertainments

    ‘Gossip Girl’ actor Michelle Trachtenberg dies at 39

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Michelle Trachtenberg was found dead on Wednesday in her New York City apartment just after 8 a.m. local time by her mother. The exact cause of death is not yet known, however, no foul play has been suspected. Read on to know more. Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her characters in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl has died at the age of 39, according to the New York Police Department.  Police sources told ABC News that Trachtenberg was found dead on Wednesday in her New York City apartment just after 8 a.m. local time by her mother. The exact…

  • Auto

    UK vehicle production drops 18% year on year

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Just 78,012 vehicles rolled off UK lines in January Close 2 mins read 27 February 2025 UK vehicle production fell again in January as the sector faced – and continues to face – an array of global headwinds. These challenges are the result of softening demand for cars in key export markets, which has led manufacturers to slow new model rollouts and instead focus efforts on retooling factories for new-age EVs, said the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. As such, just 78,012 vehicles – both commercial (CV) and passenger – rolled off production lines in the first month of the year. To access…

  • Business

    Bad to worse: Microfinance sector NPAs hit ₹50,000 crore at the end of December last year

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Kolkata: Non-performing assets in the microfinance sector surged to an all-time high of ₹50,000 crore, or 13% of the gross loans, at the end of December last year, even as the RBI reduced the need for higher capital allocation against risky unsecured assets.Moreover, the portfolio at risk that may turn NPA rose to 3.2% of the total loans from 1% a year back, reflecting a severe deterioration in overall credit discipline. “We remain cautious on the microfinance segment. While the slippages may get elevated for another quarter, our customer base is showing early signs of stability which should start reflecting…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Salesforce (CRM) Q4 earnings report 2025

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff appears at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Jan. 23, 2025. Halil Sagirkaya | Anadolu | Getty Images Salesforce reported weaker-than-expected quarterly revenue on Wednesday and issued a forecast that fell short of analysts’ estimates. The stock price slipped 4% in extended trading. Here’s how the company did compared with LSEG consensus: Earnings per share: $2.78 adjusted vs. $2.61 expected Revenue: $9.99 billion vs. $10.04 billion expected Revenue increased 7.6% from a year ago in the quarter that ended Jan. 31, according to a statement. Net income rose to $1.71 billion, or $1.75 per…

  • Finance

    Space economy to grow fivefold to $44 billion in a decade, says Union Minister Jitendra Singh

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: India’s space economy is set to grow fivefold to $44 billion in the next decade, with private investments already crossing ₹1,000 crore, union minister of state for Science & Technology Jitendra Singh said on Tuesday. “Missions like Gaganyaan and applications in border security showcase India’s self-reliance, proving that the world now looks to us as a leader in space technology,” said Singh at the ETNOW.in Business Conclave & Awards 2025. The conclave deliberated on India’s road map to Viksit Bharat. Emphasising the importance of border security and infra, Arunachal Pradesh Governor KT Parnaik pointed to challenges from China…

  • Home Kitchen

    Mary Berry shares recipe for ‘perfectly soft’ scrambled eggs

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Mary Berry has shared her easy cooking tip to create the most “perfectly soft scrambled eggs”. People swear by various additions to scrambled eggs, including creme fraiche, milk, and butter. However, Mary Berry’s cooking tip requires no extras—it’s all in how you cook scrambled eggs. The cooking enthusiast starts her scrambled eggs by melting butter in a pan; then, the cracked eggs are stirred into the pan on medium heat. The real trick, however, is when you should take the pan off the heat completely. Once the eggs are slightly scrambled, it’s time to stir in some creme fraiche (and…

  • Legal Law

    ISPs fear wave of state laws after New York’s $15 broadband mandate

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    More state bills are expected Morrow told Ars he is concerned about his bill facing opposition from Internet providers, though he noted Comcast already offers a low-cost plan in Vermont that “just needs to be advertised better.” Morrow said he modeled his bill on the New York law and that he is optimistic about its passage. “I am optimistic, but there is a lot going on right now, so it is certainly not guaranteed,” he said. More state bills are expected. “A number of states will consider stepping into the vacuum left by the FCC and the courts deciding that…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Manish Malhotra brings sequined abayas and pantsuits to Dubai Fashion Week

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    Manish Malhotra at Dubai Fashion Week’s finale showcase | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement A parade of sequins, pearls and brocades on the runway; the likes of filmmaker Karan Johar, businessman Adar Poonawalla, and actor Urmila Matondkar on the front row; and supermodels Valery Kaufman and Adriana Lima opening and closing the show respectively — one would think this was just business as usual for one of India’s most renowned fashion designers, Manish Malhotra. But there was a twist of course. The mise en scène for Manish’s latest runway outing was not at a venue in Mumbai, where his label is…

  • Medicine

    VarmX awarded €15m follow-on equity investment by the EIC Accelerator

    February 27, 2025 - By 

    VarmX, a biotech company developing innovative approaches for the bypass of direct oral anticoagulants targeting activated factor Xa (FXa DOACs) and inherited coagulation disorders, has been awarded a follow-on equity investment of €15 million from the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator. The funds received from the investment will be used for the further development of its lead compound, VMX-C001. VarmX has been selected by the European Innovation Council (EIC) for funding and is one of only five companies to receive follow-on equity investment through the EIC Fund, Europe’s largest deep-tech investor. This funding round was the most competitive since the…

  • Tours Travel

    Amid budget chaos, more than 700 national parks employees take buyout

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    As the Trump administration continues its campaign to slash the federal workforce, more than 700 year-round National Park Service employees have taken buyouts, according to an internal email sent to supervisors late last week. That brings to at least 1,700 the number of year-round permanent staff members that the service — arguably America’s most beloved federal agency — has lost this month. The number equates to roughly 9% of the agency’s workforce. In addition, remaining staff members have been banned from traveling for work purposes — unless it’s to support national security or immigration enforcement — and some staffers have…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Identity OTT Release date: Here’s where you can watch Tovino Thomas, Trisha Krishnan’s mystery thriller

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    The OTT release date of South’s action thriller film Identity was released recently. Know when and on which OTT platform can you watch the mystery thriller featuring Tovino Thomas and Trisha Krishnan. At the beginning of the year 2025, a Malayalam mystery thriller was released. The mystery thriller took everyone by storm and has now made its way to an OTT platform. Yes! We are talking about Tovino Thomas and Trisha Krishnan starrer Identity. The Malayalam film was released in theatres on January 2, 2025 and now it can be seen on an OTT. Identity OTT platform  Tovino Thomas and…

  • Auto

    Outgoing Lucid boss explains why “most EVs suck”

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    “I think this is very important,” Rawlinson says, “because if you look at the amount of electricity it takes to mobilise cars, I don’t think that’s an issue. The average person may travel about 20-30 miles a day, because not everybody is doing long commutes.  “Lucid can do five miles per kilowatt hour now [on the US test, which is more stringent than the WLTP test used in Europe and the UK]. To get that 20 miles [range], it requires only 4kWh in a 24-hour cycle. “Don’t tell me there isn’t enough electricity on the grid. That isn’t the issue. I…

  • Business

    Higher tariffs will increase domestic airfares at Delhi airport by 1.5-2 pc, says DIAL

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    The proposed tariff hike at the Delhi airport will result in a 1.5 to 2 per cent increase in domestic airfares for passengers, according to a top official. The Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL), which is operating the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in the national capital, has proposed different user fees for economy and business class passengers as well as for peak and off-peak hours. The airport has an annual passenger handling capacity of around 109 million. DIAL CEO Videh Kumar Jaipuriar on Wednesday said the Yield Per Passenger (YPP) will rise to Rs 370 once the higher tariffs…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Lowe’s (LOW) Q4 2024 earnings

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    A Lowe’s store stands in Brooklyn on February 27, 2024 in New York City.  Spencer Platt | Getty Images Lowe’s topped Wall Street’s quarterly earnings and revenue expectations on Wednesday and said its sales could see modest growth in the year ahead. The company said it expects full-year total sales sales to range from $83.5 billion to $84.5 billion, which on the upper end would be higher than its total revenue of $83.67 billion for fiscal 2024. It said it expects comparable sales to be flat to up 1% year over year and earnings per share to range from approximately $12.15 to $12.40. Here’s what the…

  • Finance

    UK trade secretary, investment minister firm up 17 new export, investment deals during India visit

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    The UK on Wednesday said its Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds and Investment Minister Poppy Gustafsson announced 17 new export and investment deals during their visits to India this week. It also said that New Delhi’s recent Union budget drives more opportunity for British insurance companies to expand their presence in India. British insurance companies in particular have gained more potential to expand in India following the recent Indian budget, which increased the amount of foreign direct investment (FDI) permitted in the insurance sector from 74 per cent to 100 per cent, a readout by the UK said. The UK has…

  • Home Kitchen

    Warning issued to anyone buying fruit and veg at the supermarket

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    Picking up a selection of fresh fruits and veggies during your weekly shop is essential for a healthy and balanced diet. They’re ideal for snacking or incorporating into meals, but depending on where you’re buying from, fresh produce can go bad pretty quickly. And many supermarkets, in a bid to reduce food waste, have scrapped ‘best-before’ dates on their products and urged customers to use their initiative instead. While this is effective most of the time, it can still be hard to know how to pick the freshest fruit and vegetables from the shop, that’ll see you through the week.…

  • Legal Law

    Chegg sues Google, explores sale after AI search summaries hit revenues

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    Chegg is suing Google parent Alphabet over claims the search engine’s artificial intelligence summary tool has hit its revenues, leading the US-listed educational technology group to weigh up a sale of the business. California-based Chegg, which provides study tools for students, filed the complaint on Monday claiming that Google AI Overviews, which presents users with summary answers to their queries, serves to keep users on Google’s own site. Chief executive Nathan Schultz said the search giant’s AI search changes had “unjustly retained traffic that has historically come to Chegg, impacting our acquisitions, revenue and employees.” He added this was “materially…

  • Medicine

    Oxford Drug Design awarded £1m PACE funding to progress uUTI treatment

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    Oxford Drug Design has been awarded £1m in funding to progress its uUTI (uncomplicated urinary tract infection) antibacterial programme, as announced by PACE (Pathways to Antimicrobial Clinical Efficacy). PACE will support novel antimicrobial projects over the next three years, with Oxford Drug Design set to receive £1m to accelerate the optimisation of its novel therapeutic against uUTIs. In the UK, there were over 1.8 million hospital admissions involving UTIs between 2018-19 and 2022-23, with the condition being responsible for around 236,000 deaths in 2019. UTIs are also the most common outpatient infections in the United States, with between 50% and…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Marco OTT Release Date: Here’s where you can watch Unni Mukundan’s A-rated Malayalam film

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    Unni Mukundan’s Marco, the critically acclaimed Malayalam blockbuster is now available on an OTT platform. Know about its in detail here. The Malayalam film Marco directed by Haneef Adeni has created history with its theatrical release. It became the first A-rated Malayalam film to cross the Rs 100 crore mark worldwide. The film features South actors Unni Mukundan, Yukti Thareja and Kabir Duhan Singh in lead roles. The film was released on December 20, 2024 in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada languages. The Pan India film is now available on OTT. Marco OTT Release date Unni Mukundan’s Marco, the critically…

  • Auto

    Used EVs becoming cheaper than equivalent ICE cars

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    Used electric cars are representing better value to second-hand buyers, as their prices undercut some combustion-engined equivalents.  Cox Automotive, which owns Manheim Auctions, has reported a “stabilisation” in used vehicle prices, especially for EVs, which are now typically cheaper to buy than equivalent diesels and free of the economic volatility that dogged them earlier in the decade.  The average price of a two-to-four-year-old EV sold by Manheim Auctions was £15,142 as of this week, up 1.1% (£162) from January but down 6.5% (£1,061) year on year.  That was 23% (£3477) cheaper than an equivalent diesel car, the average price of which was…

  • Business

    Amrut launches its ₹10 lakh marquee Indian single malt whisky

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    Amrut’s expedition in Indian single malt whisky space is riding high on India’s growing wealth and premiumisation drive as the distiller has launched the country’s oldest & rarest single malt while the company celebrates its 75th anniversary, priced at more than Rs 10 lakh.Amrut, renowned for its single malt whisky and even considered a pioneer in this space to take desi single malt whisky to more Indians and the world, has launched Expedition, which is the oldest single malt ever produced in the country. This expression has undergone an unprecedented 15-year maturation period, a milestone never before seen in Indian…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson steps down; EV maker plans to double production

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    Brand new Lucid electric cars sit parked in front of a Lucid Studio showroom in San Francisco on May 24, 2024. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Electric vehicle maker Lucid Group on Tuesday said CEO Peter Rawlinson has stepped down as the company expects to more than double vehicle production this year to 20,000 units. Lucid said Marc Winterhoff, the company’s chief operating officer, has taken over as interim CEO. Rawlinson will serve as a “strategic technical advisor to the chairman of the board, stepping aside from his prior roles,” the company said. Winterhoff told CNBC on Tuesday that it…

  • Home Kitchen

    Jamie Oliver’s mushroom soup will be ‘full of flavour’ with 2 items

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    The weather is cold again and winter is dragging on – but one Jamie Oliver winter warmer meal you can make in just a few minutes might help see you through. The celebrity chef has shared a recipe on his website to turn mushrooms into home-made soup which will beat any tinned soup using just two ‘exciting’ additions. Jamie told his fans that his mushroom soup recipe is inspired by the ‘small and mighty’ European nation of Montenegro, which puts boosting flavour at the heart of its cooking with fresh foods. Jamie Oliver said: “Inspired by the small but mighty…

  • Legal Law

    Supreme Court rejects ISPs again in latest bid to kill NY’s $15 broadband law

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    “To broadband ISPs and their friends complaining about the New York law and proposed Massachusetts laws mandating a low-income broadband service offering: you asked for complete deregulation at the federal level and you got it. This is the consequence,” Gigi Sohn, executive director of the American Association for Public Broadband, wrote today. Sohn called on ISPs to join with consumer advocates to support a federal law guaranteeing “limited but meaningful oversight over broadband… Until then, my colleagues and I will go to every state that will listen to ensure that Internet users are protected from anticompetitive and anticonsumer practices.” AT&T…

  • Medicine

    Meeting the demands of a changing pharma packaging landscape

    February 26, 2025 - By 

    Marcelo Cruz, vice president of marketing and business development at Tjoapack, discusses the trends changing the contract packaging industry, explains how Tjoapack ensures continued growth and shares his hopes for the industry’s future. What broader trends are you seeing in the contract packaging industry?  There is a growing need for smaller batch sizes, especially in biologics, such as personalised medicines. This approach greatly increases the complexity of the supply chain. Larger companies may not be fast or flexible enough to take on these small-batch projects, but experienced and flexible contract packaging organisations (CPOs) can help address this need. This is…

  • Tours Travel

    You’ll feel like you’re in Oz at Carlsbad’s magical flower fields

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    There’s a big bloom coming to the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch, along with many tiny flutters. On March 1, the property alongside I-5 opens for its annual springtime seasonal celebration, with color and scent supplied by 55 acres of ranunculus flowers that typically bloom for six to eight weeks. Dating back to the 1960s, this roadside spectacle has become one of Southern California’s most familiar rites of spring, along with the hunt for wildflowers in the desert and renewed rivalry between Dodgers fans and Padres people. Admission to the fields (via timed-entry tickets) is $22 per adult, $20 for…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Was Singham Again 2024’s most costliest film? Know Ajay Devgn starrer’s budget here

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff and Arjun Kapoor featured together for the first time in Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again. Singham Again was one of the much-awaited films of the year 2024, which knocked the theatres around the world on the occasion of Diwali on November 1. Apart from Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff and Arjun Kapoor were seen in important roles in the film. While Salman Khan’s cameo also attracted attention, but it was the movie’s budget that ignited conversations.  Singham Again budget The…

  • Auto

    Volvo EX40 Review 2025, Price & Specs

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    You’ve guessed it: the interior is exactly the same as the old XC40 Recharge’s. This is a good thing, meaning it avoids falling into the hands-free, overly-minimalist approach of the EX30 and EX40.  While there’s no ignition or starter button in here (get in, select drive and off you go), there are still several buttons and physical on/off/volume controls for the stereo, plus buttons on the steering wheel to easily access useful functions.  Our car was equipped with a portrait-orientated 9.0in infotainment touchscreen, paired with a 12.3in digital instrument display. Both displays are crisp and clear, and Volvo’s Google-powered user interface is still one…

  • Business

    India’s UltraTech Cement to spend $206 million to enter cables, wires business

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    UltraTech Cement, India’s top cement maker by capacity, will spend 18 billion rupees ($206 million) to start up a wires and cables business, deepening its foothold in the construction materials business, the company said on Tuesday. The wires and cables business will be part of UltraTech’s building products division, which includes waterproofing products, TMT steel bars, plywood, sanitary ware, hand tools as well as electrical components such as switchboards. The investment, to be spread over two years, will involve UltraTech building a plant by December 2026 with the aim of capturing demand in a sector that, the Aditya Birla group…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Home Depot (HD) Q4 2024 earnings

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    Home Depot on Tuesday topped Wall Street’s quarterly sales expectations, even as elevated interest rates and housing prices dampened consumer demand for large remodels and pricier projects. For the full year ahead, the company said it expects total sales to grow by 2.8% and comparable sales, which takes out the impact of one-time factors like store openings and calendar differences, to grow by about 1%. Home Depot projected adjusted earnings per share will decline about 2% compared to the prior year. In an interview with CNBC, Chief Financial Officer Richard McPhail said “housing is still frozen by mortgage rates.” Yet…

  • Finance

    SOPA urges government to delay soybean sales until July 15 to protect farmers from price drop

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    The Soybean Processors Association of India (SOPA) has urged the Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan not to sell soybean before 15th July so that soybean sowing is not affected adversely because of very low soybean prices In its representation to the government, SOPA has said that NAFED, one of the agencies, which has procured soybean from farmers at Minimum Support Price (MSP) under the Price Support Scheme of the government, is going to start selling the soybean in the open market from March 3 onwards. The current mandi price of soybean ranges between Rs 3900 to Rs 4100 per…

  • Home Kitchen

    Creamy garlic pasta recipe is ‘comforting’ meal ready in 25 minutes

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    If you’re craving a rich, creamy dish that’s packed with flavour but doesn’t take a whole evening to make, this creamy garlic pasta is just what you need. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect choice for a quick and satisfying meal that combines the indulgence of garlic butter with the smoothness of double cream. Not only is this recipe simple to prepare, but it also brings a touch of luxury to your weeknight dinners, without breaking the bank. Sharing this recipe online, BBC Good Food said: “This creamy tagliatelle recipe makes a comforting midweek meal. Any long pasta…

  • Legal Law

    Judge: US gov’t violated privacy law by disclosing personal data to DOGE

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    “The plaintiffs have made a clear showing that they are likely to suffer irreparable harm without injunctive relief,” the order said. “DOGE affiliates have been granted access to systems of record that contain some of the plaintiffs’ most sensitive data—Social Security numbers, dates of birth, home addresses, income and assets, citizenship status, and disability status—and their access to this trove of personal information is ongoing. There is no reason to believe their access to this information will end anytime soon because the government believes their access is appropriate.” The American Federation of Teachers, which represents 1.8 million teachers and nurses,…

  • Medicine

    Berry to showcase its packaging solutions at Expo West

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    Berry Global will demonstrate its market leadership in innovative packaging solutions for natural, organic, and healthy lifestyle products at this year’s Expo West exhibition, being held at the Anaheim Convention Centre, California, USA, from 4th to 7th March.  On Stand 2497 in Hall C, Berry will present its wide range of patient-centred packs for markets including OTC medicines, vitamins, supplements, and nutraceuticals, which combine ease of use and functionality with circular design.  A major highlight will be the company’s recently launched ClariPPil pill bottle range, a clarified polypropylene (PP) alternative to coloured PET versions that offers significant benefits in areas such…

  • Gaming

    롤대리 서비스에서 고객의 피드백은 어떻게 처리되나요?

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    고객의 피드백은 어떻게 처리되나요 롤대리 서비스를 이용하는 고객들은 서비스 이용 중 다양한 피드백을 제공할 수 있으며, 이러한 피드백이 어떻게 처리되는지는 업체마다 차이가 있을 수 있다. 롤대리 서비스는 기본적으로 고객이 원하는 랭크를 달성하는 것을 목표로 하지만, 과정에서 발생하는 문제나 개선 요청이 있을 수 있기 때문에 피드백을 반영하는 시스템이 중요하다. 고객의 피드백을 효과적으로 처리하는 방식은 서비스의 신뢰도와 만족도를 결정하는 중요한 요소 중 하나이다. 대부분의 롤대리 업체들은 고객의 피드백을 실시간으로 반영하기 위해 상담 채널을 운영한다. 일반적으로 카카오톡, 디스코드, 텔레그램 등의 메신저를 통해 고객과 직접 소통하며, 진행 상황에 대한 문의나 요청 사항을 신속하게 처리할 수 있도록 하고 있다. 예를 들어, 특정 챔피언을 우선적으로 플레이해달라는…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Sanya Malhotra birthday special: ‘Mrs’ is a remake of this critically acclaimed Malayalam film

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    Sanya Malhotra has turned 32 years old on Tuesday. The actor has recently clinched attention to herself with the recently released OTT film Mrs But do you know that it is a remake of a highly appreciated Malayalam film? Bollywood actor Sanya Malhotra, who raised temperature in the last single Aankh with Sunidhi Chauhan clinched the nation’s attention with her OTT film ‘Mrs’. For the unversed, Sanya Malhotra plays the lead role in this film along with Nishant Dahiya, Kawaljit Singh and Siya Mahajan in the Zee5 film. ‘Mrs’ has been directed by Arati Kadav and produced by Jyoti Deshpande,…

  • Auto

    Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    Ferrari fits a folding hard top to its V12 grand tourer The Ferrari 12Cilindri is a more relaxed-feeling car than the 812 Superfast that preceded it because of the existence of the SF90. That’s true in Coupe form and now is our chance to try it as a convertible, or the Spider in Ferrari-speak.The 12Cilindri Spider is the folding-topped version of Ferrari’s grandest V12 tourer, which will go on UK sale this autumn and cost from £366,500 before you specify a single option, and you can bet a Ferrari retailer will encourage you to do that.With the SF90 as the…

  • Business

    Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV nears merger plans as DTH industry struggles amid streaming boom

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    Mumbai: The Tata and Bharti groups are finalising a merger between their loss-making direct-to-home (DTH) businesses, Tata Play and Airtel Digital TV, respectively, said people with knowledge of the matter. This comes as Indian consumers are cutting the cord and migrating to digital platforms for video consumption and live streaming.The merger will take place through a share swap and help bump up Airtel’s non-mobile revenues through convergence. Airtel will hold more than 50% in the combined entity, said the people cited. Tata Play, India’s largest DTH provider, was originally Tata Sky and began as a joint venture with Rupert Murdoch’s…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Chegg sues Google for hurting traffic as it considers alternatives

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    Chegg seen at the New York Stock Exchange on Feb. 13, 2025.  Danielle DeVries | CNBC Chegg on Monday filed suit in federal district court against Google, claiming that artificial intelligence summaries of search results have hurt the online education company’s traffic and revenue. The legal move come nearly two years after former CEO Dan Rosensweig said students engaging with OpenAI’s ChatGPT assistant were cutting into Chegg’s new customer growth. Chegg is worth less than $200 million, and in after-hours trading Monday, the stock was trading just above $1 per share. Chegg has engaged Goldman Sachs and will look at…

  • Finance

    Electronics, electrical industry must target $100 bn exports: Piyush Goyal

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    The Indian electronics and electrical industry should look at increasing exports to $100 billion over the next 5-7 years and shun protectionism while prioritising consumer interests, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said Monday. The export volume of electronic goods ranks second in the country against 167th in 2015, he said at an event organised by Indian Electrical And Electronics Manufacturer’s Association.

  • Home Kitchen

    Gordon Ramsay reveals 1 ingredient he adds to make perfect scrambled eggs

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    Scrambled eggs may seem simple, but there’s one crucial ingredient Gordon Ramsay swears by to take them to the next level. The acclaimed chef, restaurateur and TV personality recommended adding crème fraîche for a perfect balance of texture and flavour. In a video with Hexclad, where he demonstrated his method for cooking flawless scrambled eggs, Ramsay revealed that he adds a dollop of crème fraîche at the end, which cools the eggs and creates a silky, smooth consistency. In the video, Ramsay uses a non-stick pan to prepare scrambled eggs, finishing them with fresh chives for an added burst of…

  • Legal Law

    Apple promises $500 billion in US investment in wake of tariff threats

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    On Monday, Apple announced plans to invest more than $500 billion in the US over the next four years. This is the “largest-ever” spending commitment that Apple has made in the US, supporting “a wide range of initiatives” focused on artificial intelligence, chip manufacturing, advanced research and development, and worker training. About 20,000 jobs will be created over those four years, Apple said, “of which the vast majority will be focused on R&D, silicon engineering, software development, and AI and machine learning.” Apple’s plans include building a 250,000-square-foot server-manufacturing facility in Houston—which will open in 2026 and “play a key…

  • Medicine

    Unlocking the potential of digitalisation and smart packaging

    February 25, 2025 - By 

    In this article, Max van Heeswijk, IT manager at Tjoapack, explores how the digitalisation of pharmaceutical packaging and the broader supply chain, as well as the introduction of smart packaging, can help pharmaceutical companies make their products fit for the future. He also explains how companies can unlock the potential of these new technologies for their projects.   The global pharmaceutical industry has grown considerably, due to an ageing population and advances in available treatments. This growth has substantially impacted the pharmaceutical packaging market, which is expected to experience an increase from $135.2 billion in 2023 to $284 billion in 2032,…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Loved Akshaye Khanna in Chhaava? 7 films on OTT that speak volumes about the actor’s calibre

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    We bring to you some of Akshaye Khanna’s all-time performances, which will be loved and talked about for ages. The special thing is, that these films are available on OTT platforms and you can watch them in the comfort of your home. Movie groovers have been loving senior actor Akshaye Kumar’s performance in Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava. The actor who played the role of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in the period drama has been a part of several cult classics over the years. He has also played bad, good and grey characters on screen in his 28 years of film career. The…

  • Auto

    Morgan Supersport: Plus Six replacement to be revealed in March

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    For the new flagship, it seems more likely that Morgan will use lessons from the limited-edition Midsummer to produce a considerably more exclusive and upmarket model, clearly differentiated from the Plus Four, that will justify higher prices and more interest in the firm’s bespoke programme. Some people inside Morgan have been calling for this move for some time as rivals take similar approaches, Autocar understands. The Supersport will use an evolution of the Plus models’ CX extruded-aluminium chassis, plus a version of the outgoing Six’s 3.0-litre BMW-derived turbocharged inline six, which currently makes 335bhp but is thought to be reliably capable…

  • Business

    Delhi HC allows Adyar Gate Hotels to use ‘Dakshin’ mark for Chennai outlet, limits expansion

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    A division bench (DB) of the Delhi High Court on Monday set aside its single judge’s order that restrained Adyar Gate Hotels from using the name and mark ‘Dakshin’ in any form for its standalone restaurant in Chennai. The mark allegedly infringed upon ITC Ltd’s established brand and goodwill associated with the ‘Dakshin’ name.The DB comprising justices Navin Chawla and Shailender Kaur allowed Adyar Gate Hotels to only use the ‘Dakshin’ mark on the existing outlet, and not expand its use till Justice Amit Bansal heard the matter on March 18. It noted that Adyar Gate Hotels had been using…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) earnings Q4 2024

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    Warren Buffett walks the floor ahead of the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in Omaha, Nebraska on May 3, 2024.  David A. Grogen | CNBC Berkshire Hathaway on Saturday reported a massive surge in fourth-quarter earnings from its operating businesses, driven in large part by insurance, while its cash holdings swelled to record levels. The Warren Buffett-led conglomerate said its operating profit — which encompasses earnings from the company’s wholly owned businesses — skyrocketed 71% to $14.527 billion during the final three months of 2024. That was led by by a whopping 302% jump in insurance underwriting from the year-earlier…

  • Digital Marketing

    The Ultimate Review Marketing Guide: Strategies, Tools, & Tips

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    For customers, your business is only as good as the reviews they find online. “Your brand is what other people say about you when you’re not in the room.” Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon With the rise of review platforms like Google Business Profile, Yelp, and Facebook, reviews are now one of the most influential factors in customer decision-making. In fact, 93% of consumers say online reviews impact their purchasing decisions. Exactly! Reviews aren’t just opinions – they are the key success factor in the competitive market. And the best part? You can actually shape the story your reviews tell.…

  • Gaming

    야간 근무 직업의 건강 위험은 무엇입니까?

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    건강 위험은 무엇입니까 야간 근무 직업은 여러 면에서 건강에 부정적인 영향을 미칠 수 있으며, 그 위험은 신체적, 정신적, 그리고 장기적인 건강 문제로 나타날 수 있다. 가장 큰 위험 중 하나는 수면 부족과 불규칙한 수면 패턴으로 인한 신체적인 문제이다. 사람의 생체 리듬은 자연스럽게 낮에 활동하고 밤에 쉬는 형태로 이루어져 있다. 그러나 야간 근무를 하게 되면 이 리듬이 깨지게 되어, 수면의 질이 저하되고 수면 시간이 불규칙해진다. 불충분한 수면은 피로를 가중시키고, 면역 체계의 기능을 약화시켜 감염에 취약하게 만든다. 또한, 체내 호르몬 분비에도 영향을 미쳐, 코르티솔(스트레스 호르몬) 수치가 증가하고, 멜라토닌(수면 호르몬)의 분비가 감소한다. 이로 인해 스트레스가 쌓이고, 수면을 통한 신체 회복이 어려워져 전반적인 건강…

  • Finance

    RBI Monetary Policy Committee’s Kumar reveals a key reason behind February rate cut

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    A sharp slowdown in India’s manufacturing sector – a key driver of job creation – was a major factor in the monetary policy committee’s (MPC) decision to cut the key repo rate earlier this month, an external member told Reuters. “In particular, there was a concern about the weaknesses of the manufacturing sector, which is important for job creation, due to subdued urban consumption and slow growth of private investments,” Nagesh Kumar said on Friday, adding the views were his own and not those of the committee. “The challenging global economic environment with threat of major trade wars erupting also…

  • Home Kitchen

    Jamie Oliver says use one unusual ingredient to make the ‘best’ burgers ever

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    While many foodies will already have a go-to way to make a classic American-style burger, Jamie Oliver says the “best” way includes one surprising element. In a recipe shared on his website, the TV chef gives a step-by-step guide to making his spicy beef burger, including many ingredients that will be familiar to barbecue veterans like gerkins, American mustard and a sesame-topped brioche bun. But in order to spice up the iconic dish, he introduces a slight twist – white vinegar. The condiment should be used to dress the red onion in a bowl, alongside a pinch of sea salt.…

  • Legal Law

    EV battery manufacturing capacity will rise when 10 plants come online this year

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy, and the environment. Sign up for their newsletter here. Ten new electric vehicle battery factories are on track to go online this year in the United States. This includes large plants from global battery giants such as Panasonic, Samsung, and SK On, and automakers such as Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Stellantis, and Toyota. If they all open in 2025, the country’s EV battery manufacturing capacity is poised to grow to 421.5 gigawatt-hours per year, an increase of 90 percent from the end of 2024,…

  • Medicine

    Tillotts Pharma celebrates 15 years as part of the Japanese Zeria Group

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    Tillotts Pharma (“Tillotts”) marks its 15th anniversary as a member of the Japanese Zeria Group, celebrating a period of growth and collaboration together. The milestone was commemorated in December 2024 with Tillotts’ CEO, Thomas A. Tóth von Kiskér, and members of the leadership team visiting Zeria. During this occasion, Mr. Sachiaki Ibe, chairman of the board of directors and CEO of Zeria Pharmaceutical Co, presented Mr. Tóth a symbolic piece of Japanese art featuring Mount Fuji as a gift to honour Zeria’s appreciation for Tillotts’ accomplishments since the acquisition. Over the past 15 years, Tillotts has consistently achieved strong double-digit…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Guru Randhawa admitted to hospital after serious injuries, singer says his spirit remains unbroken

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    Guru Randhawa, one of India’s most popular singers, has posted pictures from the hospital. The actor shares details about a recent accident and the injuries that followed. Famous Punjabi singer-turned-actor Guru Randhawa has been admitted to the hospital, he has given this news by posting a picture from the hospital bed on social media. After seeing this picture, the concern of his fans has increased. On Sunday, February 23, the singer gave a health update by sharing his latest shocking photo from the hospital. He revealed that he got injured while shooting an action scene for…

  • Auto

    Chips ahoy: Why computing giants suddenly care about cars

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    “In the past, if firms were building a cheap car, they would use the cheapest chip they could. “For medium cars they would use a medium-price chip, and for high-end cars they would use an expensive chip. Then Tesla put high-performance chips in all their cars and focused on software,” he explains. “With a software-defined vehicle, you put the highest-performance computer and richest software in the car and over the life of the car keep upgrading it.” It’s the same approach, notes Kani, that Apple takes with its iPhones. And while established car firms were slow to react to Tesla,…

  • Business

    Home demand strong, but mellowing, says Pirojsha Godrej

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: Demand for residential properties remains “very strong” across major cities but the euphoria seen in the last few years is mellowing down a little bit, said Pirojsha Godrej, executive chairperson of Godrej Properties. Godrej Properties is one of the leading real estate developers in the country. It became the largest listed realty firm in 2024 in terms of sales bookings or pre-sales by selling more than ‘28,000 crore worth of properties. In an interview with PTI, Godrej noted that there is no demand slowdown in the housing market, as reflected from the company’s pre-sales numbers. “Am I seeing…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Warren Buffett’s eagerly anticipated annual letter lands Saturday. Here’s what to expect

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    Warren Buffett is about to address shareholders and countless admirers following a series of market-moving events — a fresh trade war, devastating wildfires as well as a shocking stock-selling spree at his own Berkshire Hathaway . The 94-year-old “Oracle of Omaha’s” must-read annual letter will be released Saturday at 8 a.m. ET along with Berkshire’s fourth-quarter earnings. Investors are more eager than ever to hear from Buffett about his thinking on the broader market as well as any impact he sees from President Donald Trump ‘s punitive tariffs and the California wildfires on Berkshire’s sprawling businesses. Wildfire exposure While Berkshire,…

  • Finance

    A flexible MPC wary of accommodative turn, but may back measured rate cuts

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    Mumbai: The Reserve Banks of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) may deliver interest rate cuts in a measured way and raise liquidity, but it is unlikely to shift its monetary stance from neutral to accommodative as it weighs the implications of the global trade war on financial markets. All members of the MPC said that there is a need to continue with the neutral stance to retain flexibility and to act appropriately as global financial conditions evolve. RBI executive director Rajiv Ranjan also highlighted the subtle change in the wording of the stance to “…a durable alignment of inflation with…

  • Home Kitchen

    Jamie Oliver says gravy will ‘taste like heaven’ if cooked with 1 item

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    He’s the celebrity chef who has made a living trying to produce tasty, affordable and generally healthy food and now Jamie Oliver has turned his attention to a Sunday roast staple – gravy. No roast dinner could ever be complete without generous helpings of gravy. But you don’t need to turn to instant powdered gravy, as convenient as it might be, and instead you can whip up your own ‘flavoursome’ gravy which will ‘taste like heaven’ despite being ‘really easy’ to make, Jamie Oliver promises. The Channel 4 chef has released a recipe to make your own gravy using your…

  • Legal Law

    In war against DEI in science, researchers see collateral damage

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    In the 1990s, Lane, as NSF director, ushered in the requirement that, in addition to intellectual merit, reviewers should consider a grant proposal’s “broader impacts.” In general, he said, the aim was to encourage science that would benefit society. The broader impacts requirement remains today. Among other options, researchers can fulfill it by including a project component that increases the participation of women, underrepresented minorities in STEM, and people with disabilities. They can also meet the requirement by promoting science education or educator development, or by demonstrating that a project will build a more diverse workforce. The Senate committee turned…

  • Medicine

    GEODIS receives GDP certification for ocean freight logistics

    February 24, 2025 - By 

    Following the already completed CEIV Pharma (Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics) certification by IATA (International Air Transport Association) covering air freight for the GEODIS Pharma team in Frankfurt am Main, GEODIS’ ocean freight service in Hamburg has now successfully achieved GDP (Good Distribution Practice) compliance through Bureau Veritas. With the certification, GEODIS is now GDP-compliant throughout Germany. The GDP certification confirms that GEODIS adheres to stringent guidelines and standards that guarantee the safe and seamless transport of pharmaceutical products. This includes temperature control, storage, and handling of medications to ensure their efficacy and safety. In the…

  • Real Estate

    Ep 12 – Property Perspective – Inventories, Inspections & Checkouts

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    #Propertyperspective #landlordlordnews Welcome to episode 12 of our new sofa chat – Property Perspective. We delve into various topics and insights for Lancaster and Morecambe landlords. This week we touch on something that is sometimes overlooked, particular by self managing landlords and that is the photographic reporting of the property – in particular the inventory, […]

  • Arts Entertainments

    Hardik Pandya’s rumoured girlfriend spotted watching India-Pakistan match, has worked in a superhit film

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    There is a buzz about the Champions Trophy 2025 match between India and Pakistan on Sunday. Many Bollywood stars have also arrived to watch this cricket match. Also, Hardik Pandya’s rumoured girlfriend Jasmine Walia has been seen in the dugout. The biggest rivalry in the world of cricket has been between India and Pakistan. Both the teams have proved this on-field rivalry in the history of cricket. Today, on Sunday, the Champions Trophy match between both countries is going on in the UAE. Indian team’s star player Hardik Pandya took two wickets in the first innings. Also,…

  • Auto

    The genesis of self-propelled buses and vans

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    It would be reasonable to assume that motorised commercial vehicles came some time later than cars, considering how puny the very first cars were. Take the Benz Viktoria of 1893, for instance: its single cylinder put out just 3hp. But you would be dead wrong: that very car was used to create the first combustion-engined bus in 1895 – the year of this magazine’s foundation – and shortly afterwards the first combustion-engined van. And we can go back even further, all the way to the 1830s, when the first steam-powered buses were tried (at about 12mph) in London. “It is…

  • Business

    SBI aims to be Net-Zero by 2055: Chairman C S Setty

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    Mumbai: State Bank of India Chairman C S Setty on Sunday said the largest Indian lender is targeting to be Net-Zero by 2055. The bank will be celebrating its centenary year of existence then, he said. Setty made the remarks after flagging off the “SBI Green Marathon Season 5” event in the financial capital, according to a statement. Over 10,000 runners participated in the 5km, 10km and 21 km categories of the event held here. There will be similar events in Vizag, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Pune, Guwahati, Bhubaneswar, and Patna. Running legends Vinod Kumar Sharma, Barun Kumar, Vishak Krishnaswamy, Ashish…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Walmart sell-off bizarre, buy stock despite tariff risks: Bill Simon

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    Walmart stock may be a steal. Former Walmart U.S. CEO Bill Simon contends the retailer’s stock sell-off tied to a slowing profit growth forecast and tariff fears is creating a major opportunity for investors. “I absolutely thought their guidance was pretty strong given the fact that… nobody knows what’s going to happen with tariffs,” he told CNBC’s “Fast Money” on Thursday, the day Walmart reported fiscal fourth-quarter results. But even if U.S. tariffs against Canada and Mexico move forward, Simon predicts “nothing” should happen to Walmart. “Ultimately, the consumer decides whether there’s a tariff or not,” said Simon. “There’s a tariff…

  • Finance

    Pace of India-Asean trade agreement review talks slow; next round likely in April

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    The next round of negotiations for reviewing the India-Asean free trade agreement in goods is expected in April, though the pace of talks is slow, an official said. A free trade agreement in goods between India and the 10-nation bloc ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) was signed in 2009. The ASEAN trade deal came into force in January 2010. In August 2023, both sides announced a complete review of the existing agreement in goods by 2025. “The pace of talks is slow,” the official said. ASEAN as a group is India’s one of major trade partners with about 11…

  • Home Kitchen

    Supermarket instant coffee dubbed better than Kenco and Nescafe – and 22% cheaper

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    A supermarket coffee has been called better than Kenco and Nescafe, and it’s a lot cheaper. The UK’s biggest retail brands sell their own product alongside those offered by big brands, whose name comes with a more hefty price, and one has been dubbed the best. Marks and Spencer’s Fairtrade Gold Freeze coffee was ranked as number one in a taste test carried out by consumer advisor Which?, scoring 69%. Testers scored 10 instant coffees, judging them on appearance, aroma, flavour and mouthfeel, the Sun reports. Kenco Gold Indulgence scored 68%, and Douwe Egberts’s Pure Gold 66%. M&S’s coffee costs…

  • Legal Law

    SEC’s “scorched-earth” lawsuit against Coinbase to be dropped, company says

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    On Friday, a Coinbase executive declared the “war against crypto” over—”at least as it applies to Coinbase.” According to Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plans to drop its lawsuit against the largest US cryptocurrency exchange as the agency shifts to embrace Donald Trump’s new approach to regulating cryptocurrency in the US. The SEC sued Coinbase in 2023, accusing Coinbase of “operating its crypto asset trading platform as an unregistered national securities exchange, broker, and clearing agency” and “failing to register the offer and sale of its crypto asset staking-as-a-service program.” “Since at…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Indian textile is (finally) having its moment

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    We are at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity where I am trying to sneak a picture of a block print of cultural icon Begum Akhtar on a blouse. Its wearer, Mamta Varma, runs Bhairavi’s Chikan in Lucknow, with 300 women who do fine chikankari embroidery. Noting my interest she reveals that the unusual blouse was made by Meeta Mastani, co-founder of Delhi-based printmakers Bindaas Unlimited, to commemorate the singer’s 100th birthday. A few feet away, the inimitable Darshan Mekani Shah, founder of Kolkata-based not-for-profit Weavers Studio Resource Centre, points to a gold-and-black cotton sari covered in hand-woven motifs of earrings. “This is…

  • Medicine

    Betacom and Siemens launch platform to accelerate manufacturing innovation

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    Betacom has announced a partnership with Siemens Industries. The companies have deployed a private 5G network platform at MxD (Manufacturing x Digital), the National Center for Cybersecurity in Manufacturing in Chicago. The platform is the first complete private wireless network to operate behind a Siemens firewall, demonstrating the future of secure enterprise connectivity.  “Manufacturing enterprises need more than just network connectivity – they need a complete solution that seamlessly enables Industry 4.0 applications while maintaining total control of their data and operations,” said Johan Bjorklund, CEO of Betacom. “By partnering with Siemens at MxD, we’re providing manufacturers with a blueprint for digital…

  • Real Estate

    Lancaster Property Market: A Strong 2025 Ahead

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    The UK housing market has had its ups and downs, but 2025 is shaping up to be a much steadier year—especially here in Lancaster. After a challenging 2024, things are looking brighter with affordable homes, high demand, and improved financial conditions helping both sellers and buyers. Renewed Confidence Last year, uncertain interest rates, a slow […]

  • Arts Entertainments

    5 must-watch K-dramas for beginners: From romance to action, these shows will hook you instantly

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    A perfect family watch. This coming-of-age drama about a group of childhood friends is full of warmth, humor, and heart. It’s for for those who enjoy a good mix of family, friendship, and romance. Korean dramas (K-Dramas) have taken the world by storm, capturing the hearts of viewers with their compelling storylines, unforgettable characters, and unique blend of romance, action, and emotion. If you’re new to the world of K-Dramas and are wondering where to start, here are 5 must-watch shows that will get you hooked from the very first episode! 1. Start-Up (2020) Set in the…

  • Auto

    How to open your own car museum

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    This visionary, this deal maker, this man who had come close to death was ready for them – and made an offer they couldn’t refuse. “My big idea to give something back to Taunton was to open a car museum in the centre of the town, and I knew just the place: a failing food store called County Stores that had been trading since 1832,” says Hawkins. “I told the council I wouldn’t make buying my land difficult if they would help facilitate my plans. They agreed.” That was the easy bit. The hard part was relieving the owners of…

  • Business

    Global electric wheels take turn on to Indian roads

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    Mumbai: As growth in established electric vehicle (EV) markets slows, global giants are turning their attention to India, where the sector is still in the early stages of evolution. To capitalise on this opportunity, manufacturers are adopting premium positioning and expanding into assembly of completely knocked down (CKD) vehicles.The competitive landscape is shaping up as a two-tier system—mass market and premium. While companies such as Tata Motors, JSW MG Motor and others focus on the price-sensitive segments, international brands are aiming for premium positioning. Chinese giant BYD, number one in global EV sales, has made significant inroads into India with…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Buffett says Berkshire will continue to increase investment in Japan trading houses

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    Warren Buffett, chairman and chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway, photographed during a 2011 trip to Japan. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Berkshire Hathaway is committed to its Japanese investments for the long term and has reached an agreement with the companies to own beyond the initial 10% ceiling, Warren Buffett said in his annual letter to shareholders released Saturday. “From the start, we also agreed to keep Berkshire’s holdings below 10% of each company’s shares. But, as we approached this limit, the five companies agreed to moderately relax the ceiling,” Buffett said. “Over time, you will likely see…

  • Finance

    Govt working out scheme to prevent distress sale of farmers’ produce: Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday said the government is working out measures to ensure that farmers do not have to sell their produces, especially fruits and vegetables, at throwaway prices. Speaking after inaugurating the ‘Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela’ 2025 — being held in the national capital from February 22-24 — he emphasised the need to take new seeds varieties and farm technologies from labs to agriculture filed at the earliest. Chouhan said the government is holding discussions with farmers directly as well as through their organisations to understand the problems and then making schemes to address the…

  • Home Kitchen

    Jamie Oliver says chicken will be juicy and tender if cooked with one item

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    Air fryers have revolutionized home cooking, offering a quick and convenient way to achieve crispy, golden meals with minimal oil. However, while they’re great for creating crunch, they also have a tendency to dry out certain foods, especially chicken. Many home cooks have struggled to keep their air-fried chicken juicy and tender, often ending up with a meal that’s more tough than tasty. But celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has discovered the perfect solution. He’s revealed that the secret to moist and flavourful air-fried chicken lies in one simple ingredient. In his latest advice on air fryer cooking, Jamie explained that…

  • Legal Law

    Elon Musk to “fix” Community Notes after they contradict Trump

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    Elon Musk apparently no longer believes that crowdsourcing fact-checking through Community Notes can never be manipulated and is, thus, the best way to correct bad posts on his social media platform X. Community Notes are supposed to be added to posts to limit misinformation spread after a broad consensus is reached among X users with diverse viewpoints on what corrections are needed. But Musk now claims a “fix” is needed to prevent supposedly outside influencers from allegedly gaming the system. “Unfortunately, @CommunityNotes is increasingly being gamed by governments & legacy media,” Musk wrote on X. “Working to fix this.” Musk’s…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    In Pictures: Day 2 of FDCI India Men’s Weekend 2025

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    The weekend featured some of the 26 shows, from the country’s most established designers as well as bright new talent, including Rajesh Pratap Singh, JJ Valaya, Shantanu & Nikhil, Varun Bahl, Ashish N Soni, Bloni and more, showcasing innovative approaches and silhouettes to materials and techniques. This year also featured, for the first time, four women designers with an interesting take on men’s wear: Mandira Wirk, Mahima Mahajan, Nikita Mhaisalkar and Nirmooha by Prreeti Jaiin Nainutia.  Sunil Sethi, chairman, The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), explains how the organisation, which has about 400 members from the industry, works to…

  • Medicine

    CluePoints named as finalist in 2025 ACDM awards

    February 23, 2025 - By 

    CluePoints, provider of statistical and AI-driven software solutions, has been shortlisted for “Team Excellence in the Management of Clinical Data” at the 2025 ACDM Awards. CluePoints, along with its Research and Development Teams, released three new products in 2024, aiming to transform clinical trial review and leveraging industry-leading software to enhance the interrogation, analysis and presentation of data. Site Profile & Oversight Tool (SPOT) delivers adaptive site monitoring, enabling teams to swiftly pinpoint anomalies and translate insights into strategies and actions. Allowing sponsors and CROs to improve their ability to evaluate the performance of clinical trial sites and adjust site visit…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Yo Yo Honey Singh drops new track ‘Maniac’ and gears up for nationwide tour

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    Honey Singh recently released a deeply personal docu-film on Netflix, directed by Mozez Singh, offering an intimate look at his career highs, controversies, and battles with mental health. Renowned singer and music producer Yo Yo Honey Singh is once again capturing the spotlight with his latest hit, Maniac, from his upcoming album Glory. The track, which has already garnered attention for its catchy beats and energetic vibe, features Bollywood actress Esha Gupta in the music video. Additionally, the song has a Bhojpuri verse, adding a unique touch, which is performed by Ragini Vishwakarma. Maniac is presented by…

  • Auto

    Off-roading enthusiasts should be screaming for lighter batteries

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    The electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class I reviewed recently is an intriguing car. Tell me that loading your new 4×4 with four big blokes would take it over its gross vehicle weight and normally I’d tell you that I’d rather drive a 40-year-old Suzuki SJ 410 for the rest of my days than give it the time of day. And I do still think I have warmer feelings towards a small Suzuki. But give it time, think of it as a technical exercise and we will see where we end up. Because the idea of electrically powered 4x4s is not in itself a bad one. They should work well…

  • Business

    Schneider Electric plans to open 3 more plants in India

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: Energy management and automation major Schneider Electric on Saturday announced plans to open three more manufacturing plants in India. Speaking at the inaugural session of Elecrama 2025, Schneider Electric CEO Olivier Blum said that the company plans to make regular investments in India. The company currently has 31 manufacturing plants in the country. The three new plants will come up at Kolkata, Hyderabad and Ahmednagar, he said at the event organised by industry body IEEMA in Greater Noida. “India’s focus on digitalization, sustainability, energy transition, and infrastructure modernization presents unparalleled opportunities for growth,” Blum said. “We are leveraging…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Cramer says our new stock is a buy after dipping on slower start to 2025

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    Every weekday the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer holds a “Morning Meeting” livestream at 10:20 a.m. ET. Here’s a recap of Friday’s key moments. 1. The S & P 500 declined Friday, pushed lower by weaker-than-expected consumer sentiment data and a big drop in UnitedHealth Group shares on reports of a DOJ investigation into the insurer’s practices. This is the second day the S & P 500 is on track to close lower after the benchmark gauge notched a record close Wednesday. We exited our small position in Best Buy Thursday amid the turbulent week for Wall Street. 2.…

  • Pets

    What makes German Shepherds excellent working dogs?

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    German Shepherds excellent working dogs German Shepherds are renowned for their intelligence, loyalty, and versatility, making them one of the most sought-after working dog breeds in the world. Their natural drive, combined with their ability to learn quickly and adapt to various tasks, sets them apart as exceptional working dogs. Working Line German Shepherds, in particular, come from a lineage of world-class, champion WUSV winners paired with top IPO/IGP 3 titled stud dogs. These elite bloodlines ensure that the dogs possess the physical strength, mental sharpness, and unwavering determination required for demanding jobs. Their keen instincts and remarkable problem-solving skills…

  • Finance

    India’s GDP growth likely to improve to 6.2 pc in Q3FY25 from 5.4 pc in Q2FY25: Union Bank of India

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    India’s economic growth is expected to pick up momentum in the third quarter of the financial year 2024-25 (Q3FY25), with GDP growth estimated at 6.2 per cent, up from 5.4 per cent in the second quarter (Q2FY25), according to a report by Union Bank of India.The report highlighted that the negative gap between GDP and Gross Value Added (GVA) growth, which was observed in the first half of FY25 (H1-FY25), is likely to have neutralized in Q3FY25. It said “We estimate Q3FY25 GDP growth rate to mark an uptick to 6.2 per cent (5.4 per cent in Q2FY25), as the…

  • Home Kitchen

    Mary Berry’s ‘easy and delicious’ honey garlic chicken recipe is a ‘family favourite’

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    Honey garlic chicken is a popular meal option, thanks to its delicious flavours, and Mary’s recipe couldn’t be simpler. The recipe notes said: “Mary Berry’s sticky honey garlic chicken recipe is an old family favourite that’s quick, easy and delicious. “You can also use separate thighs and drumsticks.” The recipe serves six and takes less than one hour from start to finish, making it a super quick family meal. They can be served cold for a picnic or a buffet or hot, along with some chips and salad. Ingredients: Six chicken legs Six tablespoons of tomato ketchup Two tablespoons of…

  • Legal Law

    Under new bill, Bigfoot could become California’s “official cryptid”

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    You might suspect that a one-line bill about Bigfoot that bears the number “666” is a joke, but AB-666 is apparently a serious offering from California Assemblymember Chris Rogers. Rogers represents a California district known for its Bigfoot sightings (or “sightings,” depending on your persuasion—many of these have been faked), and he wants to make Bigfoot the “official cryptid” of the state. His bill notes that California already has many official symbols, including the golden poppy (official flower), the California redwood (official tree), the word “Eureka” (official motto), the red-legged frog (official amphibian), the grizzly bear (official animal), swing dancing…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    In Pictures: Day 1 of FDCI India Men’s Weekend 2025

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    Judging from the twelve designers who showcased their work on Day one alone, there is going to be plenty to pick from for your wardrobe this year, from gender fluid palazzos to edgy street wear. Sustainability was a theme that ran through the collection, with designers emphasising on the value of slow fashion, and the importance of creating clothes that last. The event was held in Jaipur’s graceful old Diggi palace, which dates back to the 19th century. Now a heritage hotel, it continues to be a home to the family that has always owned it. With expansive lawns and…

  • Medicine

    Ready-to-use hiPSC-derived cells help optimise lab workflows

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    AMSBIO announces a new range of ready-to-use Human induced Pluripotent Stem Cell (hiPSC) -derived cardiomyocytes, hepatocytes, and neurons. Supplied fully differentiated and available in high-purity formats, these ready-to-use cells help accelerate research by streamlining lab workflows, eliminating the need for in-house differentiation and minimising preparation time. Provided as functionally validated cells, researchers do not need to spend time on in-house validation and can instead apply them directly to their assays without additional steps. This is a major advantage for Contract Research Organisations (CROs) and life science labs who can save time and money on optimisation work. Outstanding batch-to-batch consistency ensures that AMSBIO’s…

  • Tours Travel

    Frustrated with crowded resorts, more skiers risk backcountry avalanches

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif.  — On a clear, cold day in mid-February, we had spent hours on backcountry skis trudging up and across a remote mountainside in the eastern Sierra when we noticed that the trees directly above us were much smaller than the others we had passed along the way. Still panting from the workout, I looked down the steep slope — something I had carefully avoided up to that point — and saw more suspiciously small trees stretching below us. “Avalanche,” said my ski partner, Howie Schwartz, a veteran backcountry guide. “Huge one, back in the ’80s, reached all the…

  • Arts Entertainments

    PM Modi praises Vicky Kaushal’s film, says ‘In dino Chhaava ki dhoom machi hui hai’

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    PM Modi praised Vicky Kaushal’s film ‘Chhaava’ at the inauguration of the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in New Delhi on February 21. The Prime Minister during the event gave a special mention to Vicky Kaushal ‘Chhaava’. He said that the movie is “making waves throughout the country”. The movie led by Vicky Kaushal was released in theatres on February 14. Praising the movie, PM Modi said, “In dino to Chhaava ki dhoom machi hui hai (Chhaava is making waves throughout…

  • Auto

    Breaking: Mini delays EV production at Oxford

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    Electric car production at Mini’s Oxford plant has been delayed for an unconfirmed amount of time, with the worldwide slowdown of EV sales blamed. The decision was confirmed to Autocar this evening by Mini parent company BMW Group. The German firm previously announced all non-Chinese market production of the electric Mini Cooper and Mini Aceman would move to Oxford from China in 2026. More than £600 million has already been spent readying the factory, and the nearby Swindon body pressing plant, for electric car production. That money has chiefly funded an extension of the body shop, the construction of a new area for battery installation and new…

  • Business

    India’s electronics exports top Rs 2.5 lk cr, thanks to smartphones

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    India’s electronics exports has become the fastest growing of the country’s top 10 segments and has for the first time breached the Rs 2.5 lakh crore mark in just 10 months of the current fiscal.The exports numbers achieved by the electronics sector till January in the current fiscal have already eclipsed last year’s Rs 2.41 lakh crore, as per analysis of data put out by the commerce ministry. Smartphone exports, particularly from iPhone maker-Apple, have been the driver of the surge in electronics exports. Smartphones, which is now the dominant category in electronics exports, have increased their contribution to 60%…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Block shares head for worst day in 5 years after earnings miss

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    Marco Bello | AFP | Getty Images Block shares plunged 18% on Friday, their steepest drop since 2020, after the company reported fourth-quarter earnings that missed estimates and issued guidance for 2025 that failed to reassure investors. In its financial report late Thursday, Block reported earnings of 71 cents per share, falling short of the average analyst estimate of 87 cents, according to LSEG. Revenue of $6.03 billion also missed expectations of $6.29 billion. The company posted $2.31 billion in gross profit for the quarter, a 14% increase year over year, but slightly below consensus estimates. The stock closed at…

  • Finance

    Financial firms must flag risks in leveraged products: RBI deputy governor Rajeshwar Rao

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    MUMBAI: Financial entities have a duty to ensure that customers fully understand the risks associated with leveraged products and speculative investing. Entities also need to shoulder part of the responsibility to educate consumers as it is not only the responsibility of regulators, Reserve Bank of India (RBl) deputy governor Rajeshwar Rao said at a conference by the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE).Rao, who oversees crucial departments of regulation, risk monitoring and enforcement since 2020, said though technology and digital innovations drive financial inclusion, they also bring with them the risk of excessive exposure…

  • Home Kitchen

    Make celery last longer using simple trick that ‘keeps its crispiness’

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    Storing food in the correct manner can lead to tasty and cost-effective results. This is the case with all sorts of basic perishable ingredients, such as fruit, potatoes, bread, herbs and others. Celery can be used in lots of different dishes, including pasta, breads, tagines, casseroles, stews, pies and roast dinners. It can also be eaten on its own, perhaps with a hummus dip. Experts have suggested keeping hold of the plant in a certain way to ensure it lasts longer and retains its distinctive crunch. This needs to be done in a certain place and using a specific material.…

  • Legal Law

    Apple pulls end-to-end encryption in UK, spurning backdoors for gov’t spying

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    “We are gravely disappointed that the protections provided by ADP will not be available to our customers in the UK given the continuing rise of data breaches and other threats to customer privacy,” Apple said. “Enhancing the security of cloud storage with end-to-end encryption is more urgent than ever before.” For UK Apple users, some data can still be encrypted. iCloud Keychain and Health, iMessage, and FaceTime will remain end-to-end encrypted by default. But other iCloud services will not be encrypted, effective immediately, including iCloud Backup, iCloud Drive, Photos, Notes, Reminders, Safari Bookmarks, Siri Shortcuts, Voice memos, Wallet passes, and…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Shop for automotive art, embroidered apparel designed by Indian royals at The Artisanal Tale

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    Saris at Chaasmi | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement If you are keen to know about the art, craft, culture and cuisine of erstwhile Indian royal families, this event brings a range of products crafted within palace studios. The Artisanal Tale, an event by design platform Royal Fables in association with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry Ladies Organization (FICCI-FLO) Chennai, brings together 12 royals who will present everything from automotive art, bespoke textiles, jewellery and heritage weaves.  Vidita Singh’s painting of a Delahaye at a polo match | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Vidita Singh of Barwani will be in…

  • Medicine

    An insider’s view of the pharma and biotech outsourcing space

    February 22, 2025 - By 

    Peter Belden, president of Tjoapack US, discusses leading multinational integrations, helping partner companies deliver treatments that address the needs of small patient populations and finding the right balance between personalised solutions and the value offered to clients.  What attracted you to Tjoapack?   Part of the attraction stems from Tjoapack being a family business, an environment I knew very well growing up. My father was a landscape architect, and working for him, I discovered the challenges and opportunities of a family business, which shaped my direction. Landscaping was not my passion, so after studying business and entering the corporate world, I…

  • Technology

    Fujitsu’s £600m-plus prize with His Majesty’s ‘cash cow’ in 2025

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    Fujitsu could land over half a billion pounds in contracts from HMRC alone this year as the UK public sector continues to reward the supplier, despite its role in the Post Office scandal. HMRC is the biggest source of Fujitsu’s UK government income, but there are hundreds of millions of pounds more contracts across the public sector, which Fujitsu has or is bidding for. The huge numbers come despite Fujitsu’s self-imposed pause on bidding for government contracts being in place and as it continues to refuse to fully commit its contribution towards repairing some of the damage it caused.…

  • Tours Travel

    How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Poppy Liu

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    With a toddler, a Shih Tzu and several chickens, actor Poppy Liu has a full house. “I’m raising so many beings,” said the “Hacks” star, who recently appeared in the Netflix drama series “No Good Deed” and will star alongside Tessa Thompson in the streamer’s upcoming series “His and Hers.” In Sunday Funday, L.A. people give us a play-by-play of their ideal Sunday around town. Find ideas and inspiration on where to go, what to eat and how to enjoy life on the weekends. “I love having chickens because it feels grounding to eat eggs from my own backyard,” she…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Aditya Pancholi’s conviction upheld in 2005 parking assault case by Mumbai sessions court

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    According to the submissions made before the court, on August 21, 2005, Pancholi assaulted a man named Pratik Pashine over a parking space in Andheri. A sessions court in Mumbai has upheld the conviction of actor Aditya Pancholi in a 2005 parking assault case but has modified the punishment handed to him by a magistrate. The court decided to release the 59-year-old actor on a bond of good behaviour rather than having him serve the one-year jail term originally imposed. The case dates back to August 21, 2005, when Pancholi allegedly assaulted Pratik Pashine over a parking…

  • Auto

    12,000 miles with a BMW i5: is this the ultimate electric estate?

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    It was late, dark and chilly if not as cold as when it snowed and the car obliged with 213 miles, or 2.6mpkWh, from 100%) and fast chargers are expensive. If I’d backed off, I’d probably have reached home, by slipstreaming a coach or truck if things had become critical. Or I could have carried on driving at the speed limit and taken five minutes for a ‘splash and dash’. That would probably have taken a few minutes longer than plodding on. The battery would have needed only a tickle to confidently get me home. I’d have been in the…

  • Business

    Lab-grown diamonds see price drop, natural ones shine with sustainability: Report

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    In its recently released Diamond Facts Report, the Natural Diamond Council has said that laboratory-grown diamond (LGD) prices have dropped significantly, with a 1.5-carat stone declining 83% since 2015. Natural diamonds, with prices influenced by rarity, have shown a long-term annual growth rate of 3% since 1970 and a 2% yearly increase in rough diamond prices since 2007, despite market fluctuation The report said that the majority of its manufacturing partners in India are adopting renewable energy and implementing sustainable practices throughout their operations. Efforts include using solar and wind energy, achieving Net Zero goals, reforestation projects, and investments in…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Alibaba shares soar nearly 15% in Hong Kong after stellar earnings

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    The Alibaba office building is seen in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, on Aug 28, 2024. CFOTO | Future Publishing | Getty Images Alibaba shares surged in Hong Kong Friday following stellar quarterly results, boosted by growth in the company’s cloud Intelligence and e-commerce segments. The Chinese tech giant’s shares soared 14.89%. “We expect the outlook for BABA’s ecommerce business to remain strong in 1HCY25F, driven by the continued trade-in subsidies,” Nomura said in a note Friday. In an attempt to stimulate consumption, China last year announced plans to allocate 300 billion yuan ($41.5 billion) in ultra-long special government bonds to…

  • Finance

    Unusual temperatures deepen Indian farmers’ rabi crop fears; rain patterns complicate matters further

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    A significant 70% rainfall deficit, combined with temperatures unusual for this time of the year, has put a big question mark over India’s winter crop output this year, ToI’s Neha Madaan reported on February 21. Wheat farmers in the northern regions could be staring at a sharp decline in rabi production, the report said.Typically, this weather pattern only emerges after Holi, but this year it seems to have arrived 20-30 days early. An official from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that from January 1 to February 20, 2025, the nation has recorded only 9.8mm of rainfall, starkly lower than…

  • Home Kitchen

    ‘Quick trick’ for mushrooms before cooking ‘boosts vitamin D by 20’

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    Mushrooms are hailed for their rich nutrient content, but Elliot Webb, an expert in the field, says we can unlock even more of their benefits with a dash of sunlight. Founder of Urban Farm-It and author of ‘Growing Mushrooms at Home’, Mr Webb has touted a light-infused secret for elevating mushrooms’ vitamin D levels. While it’s widely known that human skin synthesises vitamin D from sunlight, few realise that mushrooms boast this sunshine talent too. He revealed: “Mushrooms contain a compound called ergosterol, which transforms into a precursor of vitamin D when exposed to ultraviolet light. This means that simply placing…

  • Legal Law

    FTC investigates “tech censorship,” says it’s un-American and may be illegal

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    The Federal Trade Commission today announced a public inquiry into alleged censorship online, saying it wants “to better understand how technology platforms deny or degrade users’ access to services based on the content of their speech or affiliations, and how this conduct may have violated the law.” “Tech firms should not be bullying their users,” said FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson, who was chosen by President Trump to lead the commission. “This inquiry will help the FTC better understand how these firms may have violated the law by silencing and intimidating Americans for speaking their minds.” The FTC announcement said that…

  • Medicine

    PSL advances vacuum tray drying technology

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    PSL (Powder Systems Limited) has enhanced its CakeStand vacuum tray dryer, featuring modular options tailored to the evolving needs of pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and fine chemical manufacturers. Designed to address process inefficiencies, compliance complexities, and scalability challenges, CakeStand provides a flexible and future-proof drying solution. Its advanced design supports laboratories, pilot plants, and full-scale commercial production, ensuring seamless scalability as manufacturing demands grow. As pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and fine chemical manufacturers face increasing regulatory scrutiny, sustainability targets, and the rise of high-potency compounds, CakeStand provides an advanced vacuum tray drying solution designed to address these critical challenges. The next generation of vacuum tray drying has…

  • Tours Travel

    Trump administration backtracks on eliminating thousands of national parks employees

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    Following a loud public outcry about job cuts at the National Park Service — and a relentless media campaign from outdoors enthusiasts across the country — it looks like the Trump administration has reconsidered. A plan to eliminate thousands of seasonal workers at the beloved federal agency appears to have been reversed. Last month, prospective seasonal employees — the people who collect the entrance fees, clean the trails and restrooms and help rescue injured hikers — received emails saying their job offers for the 2025 season had been rescinded. This week, a memo sent from the Department of Interior to…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Doctor Prisoner to Business Proposal, 5 K-dramas that you can now watch in Hindi

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    Korean drama’s fever has taken over Indian audiences. Their unique stories and tremendous acting have created a strong fan following in India. Let us suggest you some K-dramas that you can now watch in Hindi. For the last few years, the dominance of Korean dramas has been seen in India. Korean dramas are famous for their unique story and great graphics. Compared to earlier, now people give more importance to the story and content of the film rather than the language. The OTT platform has given importance to good content, breaking the bond of the language of web series and…

  • Auto

    BMW Neue Klasse platform to reduce price of EVs and add range

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    New Gen6 EV architecture includes slimmer batteries, more efficient motors and clever tech New electric powertrain technology will allow BMW Group to launch electric cars at a cheaper price but while offering more range and better efficiency than today’s cars, the firm has claimed. The Munich firm has been working on an entirely new electric vehicle architecture, which will start to be rolled out with its forthcoming line of ‘Neue Klasse’ models. Now labelled ‘Gen6’, the platform will first be used for the next BMW iX3, which will be unveiled in September and was previewed with the Vision Neue Klasse SUV concept. The…

  • Business

    India’s EV race with China depends on trains

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    The road to faster adoption of electric vehicles in India will pass through the railways — not the romantic train travel that stirred the imagination of writers for over a century and continues to inspire Bollywood, but efficient high-speed journeys.If linking trains to EVs seems odd, that’s only because the complementary nature of the two modes of transport has gone unexplored. That’s changing. A recent study of 328 cities in China shows that there may indeed be a connection.The research covers the period from 2010 to 2023. Those were crucial years, both for China’s world-beating EV penetration — 48% currently,…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Block (XYZ) earnings Q4 2024

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    Jack Dorsey, CEO of Square, speaks on stage at the Bitcoin 2021 Convention, a cryptocurrency conference held at the Mana Convention Center in Wynwood in Miami, Florida, on June 4, 2021. Joe Raedle | Getty Images Block reported fourth-quarter results on Thursday that fell short of Wall Street expectations. The stock dropped more than 7% in extended trading. Here is how the company did, compared to analysts’ consensus estimates from LSEG. Earnings per share: 71 cents adjusted vs. 87 cents expected Revenue: $6.03 billion vs. $6.29 billion expected Revenue increased about 4.5% from $5.77 billion a year earlier. Block, formerly…

  • Finance

    Machine learning, AI models to power RBI’s deep check

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will use artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) tools to predict future outcomes, spot abnormal activities, and manage risks in a fast changing financial landscape.Besides catching hints of asset bubbles and sensing early signs of market disruptions by analysing patterns from historical data, macroeconomic numbers, and market behaviour, AI and ML models may come handy in ‘stress testing’ of banks. It could help regulators to be better positioned in ensuring that banks have enough capital to absorb shocks from slowing economy and plunging markets. The regulator is revamping its standing committee of…

  • Home Kitchen

    Mum shows how to make tasty family meals for less than £1 per serving

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    In light of escalating living costs, one savvy mum has revealed her secret to creating budget-friendly, scrumptious family meals at just £1 per serving. Meal planning is an everyday challenge, from sourcing supermarket ingredients to cooking and ensuring variety while sticking to a budget. Amid the financial squeeze, this mum has succeeded in crafting four tasty, nutritious meals that are a hit with the entire family. Grace Mortimer, a Sunday Times bestselling author and celebrated online food guru, enjoys helping parents whip up easy yet delightful dishes using economical products. On her latest shopping trip at Aldi, she impressively transformed…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    ‘Hosting Miss World will put Telangana on the global tourism map’

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    Tourism Secretary Smita Sabharwal during an interview on Telangana hosting Miss World 2025, in Hyderabad on Thursday. | Photo Credit: NAGARA GOPAL As Telangana prepares to host the 72nd edition of Miss World from May 4 to 31, the event is expected to place the State on the global tourism map. Smita Sabharwal, Principal Secretary of Youth Advancement, Tourism and Culture, in an exclusive interview with Siddharth Kumar Singh shared insights on the significance of the event and its potential to showcase Telangana’s rich heritage and hospitality to the world. How did the conversation begin about Miss World 2025 coming…

  • Medicine

    The challenges of interpreting pharmacopeia

    February 21, 2025 - By 

    Beccy Bell, associate director of Laboratory Services at testing and regulatory consultancy Broughton, outlines the challenges of interpreting the guidance, and measures that can be put into place to ensure pharmaceutical products are compliant with the guidance outlined in several jurisdictions.   Pharmacopeias contain the official standards for the quality of substances in medicines and how to make them. There are four Pharmacopeias: British, European, U.S. and Japanese. While the four sets of standards are largely harmonised, there are nuances that are open to interpretation.  All four Pharmacopeias share the same purpose and goal to ensure that there is quality and…

  • Technology

    What is IBM Cloud? | Definition from TechTarget

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    IBM Cloud is a suite of cloud computing services from IBM that offers software as a service (SaaS), platform as a service (PaaS) and infrastructure as a service (IaaS) models. The platform provides modern cloud platform capabilities, including artificial intelligence (AI) for analytics or automation, advanced security, compliance, data protection and scalability. IBM Cloud is suitable for various enterprise cloud environments. It works for hybrid clouds, where customers combine on-premises cloud infrastructure with virtual cloud services, and multi-cloud approaches, which combine cloud services from different providers. IBM describes the platform as “open by design,” meaning it can integrate with other…

  • Tours Travel

    Could building ‘SuperAdobes’ lead to a more fireproof Los Angeles?

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    At the southern edge of the Mojave Desert on an unusually warm Saturday in February, dozens of people mill throughout the living space of a 2,300-square-foot three-bed, two-bath house with a connected two-car garage. A couple gliding past the open kitchen marvel at the room’s “good natural lighting.” In the hallway outside the expansive main bedroom, a tall bearded man compares the space to a “luxury Airbnb experience,” while two grade-school-age boys play with a light switch on the wall, flicking the ceiling fan on and off. “I’ve never seen a house like this,” one of them says, “but I…

  • Arts Entertainments

    ‘Suriya 45’ shooting halted by Chennai Police due to unapproved setup? Here’s what we know

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    National Award-winning actor Suriya has been shooting for his upcoming film ‘Suriya 45’ in Chennai. Meanwhile, the police suddenly stopped the shooting. Read further to know why. Tamil superstar Suriya will soon be seen in the film ‘Suriya 45’. Fans are excited about the film. The actor was shooting for this film for some time. However, in the meantime, shocking news has come out about the film. According to media reports, the police reached the shooting set and suddenly stopped filming. Reportedly, temporary stages were prepared for the shooting in Velichai village of Kelambakkam-Vandalur area of ​​​​Chennai, due to which…

  • Auto

    Alpine A390 crossover to be revealed on 27 May

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    That interior is centred on the hydraulically assisted driver’s seat, which can switch from the standard driving set-up to one that mirrors an F1 bucket. The pedals also raise, while the steering wheel transforms from wide to narrow and displays extra information such as the weather. The cabin has also been designed for the front passenger to “share the driving experience”. As well as getting the same type of seat (although without the ability to change position), a panel is fitted to the dash displaying upcoming road information. This means, according to Villain, that they are “no longer a passenger, and now a co-pilot”. …

  • Business

    Number of operational EVs in India likely to cross 28 mn-mark in 2030: IESA

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    The total number of operational electric vehicles (EVs) in India is likely to cross the 28 million-mark by 2030 fuelled by increasing demand and incentives, the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) said in a report. India continues to make significant and sustained inroads in its decarbonization journey, with rapid increase in sales of EVs, supported by demand and supply incentives, growing consumer demand, and a focus on developing charging infrastructure, IESA said in a statement. The outlook for electric vehicle sales continues to be positive, driven by increasing environmental awareness, customer interest, advancements in battery technology, and readily available and…

  • Legal Law

    How do I know if I need a lawyer for workplace harassment?

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    lawyer for workplace harassment Workplace harassment can have a profound impact on your mental health, job performance, and overall well-being. If you are experiencing harassment at work, you may wonder, how do I know if I need a lawyer for workplace harassment? Understanding the legal framework surrounding workplace harassment and recognizing when to seek legal assistance is crucial. An employment lawyer who specializes in workplace harassment and constructive dismissal can help you navigate your options and protect your rights. Workplace harassment includes any unwelcome behavior that creates a hostile or unsafe working environment. In Ontario, the Ontario Human Rights Code…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Walmart (WMT) Q4 2025 earnings

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Walmart on Thursday said holiday-quarter revenue rose about 4% and e-commerce sales shot up 20% in the U.S., as growth in store pickup and home deliveries and gains with upper-income shoppers boosted results. In the fiscal year ahead, the discounter said it expects net sales to grow 3% to 4% and adjusted operating income to grow between 3.5% to 5.5% on a constant currency basis. The company said that includes a 150 basis point, or 1.5 percentage point, headwind from acquiring smart TV company Vizio and following a leap year in 2024.  In an interview with CNBC, Chief Financial Officer…

  • Digital Marketing

    Online Review Monitoring: Boost Your Brand’s Reputation

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Wondering how online reviews impact your business? Review monitoring is essential—not just for tracking feedback but for building trust, improving customer experiences, and protecting your brand. Picture this: you’re running a cozy café. A negative Yelp review appears, but you don’t notice it for a week. By the time you do, potential customers have already seen it and chosen other options. Now imagine catching that bad review immediately and responding on the spot. You could turn the situation around, showing customers you care about their feedback. That’s the power of efficient online review management. It allows you to respond quickly…

  • Technology

    Czy mogę uruchomić program Photoshop na moim komputerze Dell?

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Photoshop na moim komputerze Dell Program Adobe Photoshop jest jednym z najpopularniejszych narzędzi do obróbki zdjęć i grafiki, wykorzystywanym przez profesjonalnych fotografów, grafików, projektantów i wielu innych twórców. W związku z tym, wiele osób zastanawia się, czy ich komputer będzie w stanie uruchomić tę wymagającą aplikację, szczególnie jeśli chodzi o urządzenia marki Dell. Odpowiedź na to pytanie nie jest jednoznaczna, ponieważ zależy od specyfikacji komputera Dell, w tym m.in. jego procesora, pamięci RAM, karty graficznej oraz wersji systemu operacyjnego. Niemniej jednak, komputery Dell, zarówno laptopy, jak i komputery stacjonarne, oferują wystarczającą moc obliczeniową, by uruchomić Photoshopa – wystarczy wybrać odpowiedni…

  • Home Kitchen

    Mary Berry says add these 2 ingredients to carbonara to make pasta even richer

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Making a good spaghetti carbonara is a staple meal for many households – it’s quick and easy but still tastes delicious. To make yours even better, you can follow Mary Berry’s tips which will take your carbonara to the next level. The Bake Off judge and celebrity chef suggests to add two simple ingredients – a little extra Parmesan and a dash of white wine – to the sauce for even more depth of flavour. By following her recipe, you can create a rich and creamy meal featuring the addition of chestnut mushrooms and unsmoked streaky bacon. You could get…

  • Legal Law

    Trump order declares independent US agencies aren’t independent anymore

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    The White House fact sheet said the goal of this provision is to ensure that the president and attorney general “interpret the law for the executive branch, instead of having separate agencies adopt conflicting interpretations.” John Bergmayer, legal director of consumer advocacy group Public Knowledge, said Trump’s order is based on a “unitary executive” theory that “has made its way from the fringes of academia to the halls of power.” “In this latest Executive Order, the Trump regime purports to seize for itself the power Congress delegated to independent regulatory agencies, and as written, declares the White House’s interpretation of…

  • Medicine

    Infex and Justus-Liebig-University Giessen awarded £1 million grant from PACE

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Infex Therapeutics, an anti-infectives specialist, has announced that in collaboration with Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, it has been awarded a £1 million grant from PACE, to develop a BamA inhibitor targeting multi-drug-resistant (MDR) Gram-negative pathogens. BamA inhibitors are an entirely new class of antimicrobial drug designed to target infections caused by drug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria. BamA is a key novel protein specific to Gram-negative bacteria that was previously considered undruggable. By blocking BamA, these inhibitors weaken the bacteria’s defences, interfere with bacterial growth and make it easier for the body to fight off infection. The grant will allow Infex and JLU to optimise manufacturing processes…

  • Gaming

    Tôi có thể chơi poker trên bet789 không?

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    poker trên bet789 không Poker là một trong những trò chơi bài phổ biến nhất thế giới, thu hút hàng triệu người chơi bởi tính chiến thuật và sự kịch tính. Với sự phát triển mạnh mẽ của các nền tảng cá cược trực tuyến, nhiều người quan tâm đến việc có thể chơi poker trên bet789 hay không. Nhà cái bet789 là một trong những nền tảng cá cược trực tuyến uy tín, cung cấp nhiều trò chơi hấp dẫn, nhưng liệu poker có nằm trong danh sách đó? Trước hết, bet789 là một nhà cái chuyên cung cấp…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Raj and DK, Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s ‘Rakht Brahmand’ cancelled by Netflix due to fraud?

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Raj and DK, who are among the best directors in the OTT world, suffered a big blow. Their show ‘Rakht Brahmand’ is ​​missing from this year’s slate of Netflix. Raj and DK, the directors of OTT’s most popular shows ‘Family Man’, ‘Farzi’, ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ and writers of cult classics like ‘Stree’ suffered a big blow recently. The names of both have been making a lot of noise on the big screen too, but currently, the noise is about their two upcoming series ‘RaktBrahmand’ and ‘Gulkanda Tales’. However, reportedly Raj and DK’s company is currently at the centre of…

  • Auto

    Kia PV5 revealed: brand’s first van is radical VW ID Buzz rival

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    The Kia PV5 has been unveiled as the brand’s first van, conceived as a futuristic rival to the Volkswagen ID Buzz. The first in a new line of models dubbed Platform Beyond Vehicles (PBVs), it will be followed by a larger PV7 due in two years, aimed squarely at the venerable Ford Transit and Geely-owned brand Farizon’s SV. It has been developed from the ground-up as an electric van rather than using an adapted combustion-engine platform, as is the case with the Ford E-Transit Custom. Technical details have yet to be confirmed, but the PV5 concept shown in 2024 used a modified…

  • Business

    Enjoying free UPI? Google will make you pay!

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Mumbai: Google Pay, one of the leading Unified Interface Payments (UPI) platforms, has introduced a convenience fee for bill payments, such as those for electricity and cooking gas, charging customers who have hitherto been using the avenue for free when making low-value transactions. To be sure, the charges apply to payments made with credit and debit cards, with fees ranging from 0.5% to 1% of the transaction value, plus the applicable goods and services tax (GST).This follows Google Pay’s earlier decision to introduce a ₹3 convenience fee for mobile recharges over a year ago. In one instance that ET reviewed,…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Etsy stock tumbles on revenue miss, company reports drop in goods sold

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    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Are you aware that Social media referrals drive roughly 1 million website visits per month for some brands? That’s right—people locate brands, blogs, and businesses through platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and even TikTok. But here’s the hurdle: SMBs and agencies hustle hard to create content but often face frustrating roadblocks like low engagement on posts, link visibility problems, and clashing audience targeting. So, what’s the “hero move” here? Simple: You can increase website traffic through Social media strategies. Whether you’re an SMB regarding leads or an agency leading multiple brands, we’ve got battle-tested, actionable tips to assist you in…

  • Finance

    Smokey Affair: GST on cigarettes, tobacco products may be raised

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    India could consider raising goods and service tax on cigarettes and other tobacco products once it stops levying a compensation cess on these items.Cigarettes and other tobacco products currently face GST of 28% besides the cess and other levies, taking the total indirect tax to 53%. One of the suggestions being explored is to raise the GST to the highest permissible 40% and top that with an additional excise duty. The idea is to ensure that the tax revenue on these products does not fall once levying of the compensation cess ends, now scheduled for March 31, 2026. The government…

  • Home Kitchen

    How to keep milk and butter fresh for longer

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Proper storage can make all the difference in how long perishable items stay fresh, especially milk and butter. According to storage expert Scott Evans, owner of Pink Storage, many of us are making a crucial mistake by storing milk, butter, and other quick-spoiling foods in the wrong spots. Instead of the commonly used fridge door or top shelves, these items should be placed on the bottom shelf, at the back of the fridge, where temperatures remain consistently cooler. “Foods that are most costly and spoil the quickest should be kept towards the bottom shelves,” explained Scott. “This includes milk rather…

  • Legal Law

    AI making up cases can get lawyers fired, scandalized law firm warns

    February 20, 2025 - By 

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  • Medicine

    Is AI the only practical solution to more sustainable operations?

    February 20, 2025 - By 

    Distilling new insights from a recent podcast with an industry investor from Nordic Capital, ArisGlobal CEO Aman Wasan makes a robust financial case for advanced automation in processing pharma’s multiplying regulatory and safety workloads.  For life science R&D organisations to have a sustainable financial future, those companies must be in a position to maintain or grow profit while minimising the impact of significant and converging market pressures.   Economically and commercially, those pressures range from high interest rates and soaring costs, to increased global supply chain challenges and intensifying competition. Strategically, they also include market-defining changes to the make-up of drug…

  • Arts Entertainments

    9 romantic thriller Korean dramas on Netflix that are binge-worthy

    February 19, 2025 - By 

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  • Auto

    Season launch extravaganza showed the good side of ‘Netflix F1’

    February 19, 2025 - By 

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  • Business

    Patanjali Foods wins legal battle as SC quashes Rs 1.86 billion tax demand

    February 19, 2025 - By 

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    HSBC announces share buyback of up to $2 billion as annual profit jumps 6.5%

    February 19, 2025 - By 

    A view of the logo of HSBC bank on a wall outside a branch in Mexico City, Mexico June 14, 2024.  Henry Romero | Reuters Europe’s largest lender HSBC on Wednesday announced a share buyback of up to $2 billion as its annual pre-tax profit rose 6.5%, helped by the sale of its banking business in Canada. For the full year, HSBC reported revenue of $65.85 billion, down from $66.1 billion in 2023. Here are HSBC’s full-year results compared with LSEG mean estimates: Pre-tax profit: $32.31 billion vs. $32.63 billion Revenue: $65.85 billion vs. $66.52 billion While the profit before…