• Arts Entertainments

    Test to Adrishyam Season 2, a look at OTT releases of the week

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    The first Friday of April has a lot stored for cinema lovers as many action-thriller films or series are releasing on the OTT platforms. Here’s a look at the films or series which will be released on various OTT platforms this week. Nayanthara is making a comeback after Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan this Friday. However, her upcoming release is not a theatrical one. The South Indian beauty will be seen opposite R Madhavan and Siddhart starrer film on Netflix. Moreover, Kieran Kyle, this year’s Academy Award winner in a supporting role will also be seen in an OTT film on…

  • Auto

    MG 4 XPower | Autocar

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    A final model-year change is the addition of a one-pedal driving mode, for those who prefer to drive EVs without using the brake pedal much. That’s very welcome – but there’s a delay to the retardation kicking in, which makes it harder to control precisely than it ought to be. Not that one-pedal driving is what will motivate many XPower owners. So is this a Q-car, or a hot hatch, or something else entirely? The answer is probably closest to the last of those ideas.  The standard, single-motor, rear-drive MG 4 actually remains the discerning driver’s choice for those who like…

  • Business

    Trump’s Russia oil tariff threat depends on China, India reaction: Russell

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose secondary tariffs of 25% to 50% on buyers of Russian crude oil is just crazy and bold enough to perhaps achieve his stated aim of a ceasefire in Ukraine. What matters now is the reaction of the other three key players to this latest move by the mercurial and inconsistent U.S. leader. Do Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping believe that Trump will actually follow through, and if he does what will it mean for their energy situation? India and China are effectively the only…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Huawei 2024 revenue surges to near-record high on smartphone comeback

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    The Huawei booth at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, 2025. Arjun Kharpal | CNBC Huawei on Monday reported a sharp jump in 2024 revenue as its core telecommunications and consumer businesses accelerated. Huawei reported revenue for 2024 of 862.1 billion Chinese yuan ($118.2 billion), a 22.4% year-on-year rise. It is the company’s second-highest revenue figure ever, according to CNBC calculations, just shy of the record 891.4 billion yuan reported for 2020. Net profit fell, however, to 62.6 billion yuan, a decline of 28% versus 2023. Huawei said this was a result of increasing investments. It comes as the Chinese…

  • Digital Marketing

    What’s Viral & How to Boost Your Brand?

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    TikTok isn’t just another social media platform—it’s a cultural powerhouse shaping trends across industries. Nearly 20% of all people aged 18 and older worldwide use TikTok, making it a goldmine for brands looking to capture attention, drive engagement, and stay ahead of the curve. In this blog, we’ll break down the hottest TikTok trends and show you how to leverage them to boost your brand’s visibility and growth. February 2025 TikTok Trends List 1. “Wow, What an Offer” – February 21, 2025 This TikTok trend has already generated 21.6K videos, proving how a simple sarcastic audio can turn into a…

  • Finance

    Trump’s reciprocal tariffs on India: Your one-stop guide to understand the impact on different industries

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    Indian industry and government officials are uncertain whether US President Donald Trump will proceed with his threat to impose reciprocal tariffs on its key trading partners, including India, on April 2. According to a senior government official, the domestic industry is “paranoid” and has been sending communications to the government, seeking protection against the impacts of these tariffs. Stakeholders are hopeful that America may defer its decision to impose reciprocal tariffs from April 2, as India is one of the few countries with which the US has decided to negotiate a trade agreement. Here is a list of Q &…

  • Home Kitchen

    Chicken breasts will come out juicy and tender with one simple trick

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    Chicken breasts are a go-to protein for many home cooks, but they often have a reputation for being dry and bland. With little fat content, they can easily become overcooked, resulting in a tough, chewy texture. However, culinary experts have revealed a simple trick that ensures juicy, flavorful chicken every time: a quick brine using a common pantry staple. According to Simply Recipes, brining is a classic cooking technique often used for large cuts of meat like turkey, but even a quick 30-minute soak in a simple saltwater solution can transform chicken breasts, making them more tender, juicy, and flavorful.…

  • Legal Law

    TSMC’s $100 billion pledge won’t resurrect US chipmaking, says Intel’s ex-CEO

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s pledge to spend an extra $100 billion on advanced manufacturing plants in the US will do little to help the country restore its global lead in chipmaking, according to Pat Gelsinger, who was forced out as chief executive of Intel late last year. His comments come less than a month after the White House hailed the investment from TSMC, the world’s largest chip manufacturer, as an important milestone in efforts to bring production of the most advanced semiconductors back on to US soil. “If you don’t have R&D in the US, you will not have semiconductor…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Kareena Kapoor at Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI gala 2025: Ramp walk with Taimur in my belly most memorable one

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    Kareena Kapoor arrives in Manish Malhotra costume for the Gala dinner at Lakmé Fashion Week 2025 on March 30, 2025 in Mumbai, India. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan says she has walked down the ramp many times, but the one when she was pregnant with her first child Taimur Ali Khan, will always be memorable. Kareena was speaking at the Lakme Fashion Week X Fashion Design Council of India gala which marked the 25 years of the fashion extravaganza on Sunday (March 30, 2025) night. The event, which closed the 2025 edition of LFW X…

  • Medicine

    H&T Presspart launches snap-fit closure solution for advanced therapeutics

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    H&T Presspart (a division of the Heitkamp & Thumann Group), a developer and manufacturer of drug delivery components and devices for the pharmaceutical market, has announced the launch of Vytal, a ready-to-use (RTU) snap-fit closure solution for advanced therapeutics.  Vytal is designed to meet the growing demands of small- to medium-batch production of advanced therapeutics, including biologics, mAbs, and cell-based therapies.  In recent years, the pharmaceutical industry has experienced a transformative shift, with biologics and advanced therapies emerging as key drivers of global healthcare advancements. However, the production of these complex biotherapeutics presents unique challenges and the need for specific containment…

  • Real Estate

    Ep17 – Property Perspective – Deposit Disputes

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    #Propertyperspective #landlordlordnews Welcome to episode 17 of our new sofa chat – Property Perspective. We delve into various topics and insights for Lancaster and Morecambe landlords. The end of a tenancy can be a stressful time but with the right planning and fair considerations, it can go very smoothly. Josh and Michelle explore what kind […]

  • Arts Entertainments

    April releases: 7 upcoming K-dramas that should keep a tab on | See full list

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    Shin Min-a and Park Hae-soo team up in the limited series thriller Karma. Several other Korean dramas are also gearing up for release. Have a look at K-dramas releasing in April. April will offer a variety of fantasy dramas, hard-boiled thrillers and more to watch. While some will be released on OTT, others will be released on Korean channels and later on YouTube. Have a look at the top 5 Korean dramas that will be releasing in April.  1. Way Back Love Release date: April 3 Main cast: Gong Myung, Kim Min-haChannel: TVing Pachinko actress Kim Min-ha is making a…

  • Auto

    Remembering the mad local car firms at the Geneva motor show

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    It produced something similar for the 1998 show, called the Rocket, again using that Korean V8 but with styling more akin to a pre-war Auto Union grand prix racer – although “we won’t go too near the stand, because these cars often disappoint when you get close”. If they had been unconventional in the 1990s, Sbarro and Rinspeed both really let loose in the 2000s, as exemplified by the latter firm’s millennium duo: a retro hot-rod pick-up truck with an integrated crane, called the Tatooo.com (huh?), and “an odd underwater scooter that looks like it’s from a B-grade Hollywood sci-fi movie”,…

  • Business

    On a cultural high: Indian travellers embrace musicals, operas & lit fests

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    Jayatri Biswas, a 33-year-old owner of an ice-cream brand from Kolkata, has long been a musical theatre enthusiast. Last year, she flew to Mumbai to watch Mamma Mia! at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC). This year, she nearly missed The Phantom of the Opera, but managed to book a last-minute ticket before the show wraps up on Sunday. “When I heard that NMACC was going to be putting on The Phantom of the Opera, I knew I had to watch it at any cost!” Biswas said. She isn’t alone. Be it Broadwaystyle musicals, operas, fine arts, or literature…

  • Finance

    Products from concessional steel for MSMEs need to be fully exported

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    Companies procuring steel at concessional rates under a special mechanism being finalised by steelmakers to support the micro, medium and small enterprise (MSME) sector will need to ensure that the finished products are solely for exports, people privy to the matter said. The new mechanism, which would be operationalised after planned imposition of a safeguard duty on specified steel imports, would be extended to MSMEs and members of the Engineering Exports Promotion Council (EEPC), the people said. “Discussions are on on the mechanism…It would be implemented once safeguard duty is imposed…This is being done to shield domestic consumers from rise…

  • Home Kitchen

    ‘Life changing’ scrambled egg hack iso simple but not many do it

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    There is a simple scrambled egg hack that not many people know about and it’s one that is super easy to do. Scrambled eggs can be made a number of ways and there are plenty of tips and tricks to make sure they are as tasty as they can be. You can add ingredients like cream or cottage cheese to change the texture or you can cook them for longer on a lower heat to make sure they are creamier. However, there is an even simpler hack to know about and it’s surprising that not more Brits are aware of…

  • Legal Law

    FBI raids home of prominent computer scientist who has gone incommunicado

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    A prominent computer scientist who has spent 20 years publishing academic papers on cryptography, privacy, and cybersecurity has gone incommunicado, had his professor profile, email account, and phone number removed by his employer Indiana University, and had his homes raided by the FBI. No one knows why. Xiaofeng Wang has a long list of prestigious titles. He was the associate dean for research at Indiana University’s Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering, a fellow at the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and a tenured professor at Indiana University at…

  • Medicine

    B4B Payments strengthens its presence in the pharma sector

    March 31, 2025 - By 

    As a specialist in scalable, secure corporate payment solutions, B4B Payments continues to enhance its support for the pharmaceutical sector, offering innovative, compliance-friendly solutions to streamline operations and improve financial processes. B4B Payments, a globally recognised leader in prepaid cards and embedded payment services, has a longstanding presence in the pharmaceutical industry. Building on years of innovative payment infrastructure experience, B4B Payments is further strengthening its offering with tailored financial solutions designed to help pharmaceutical companies streamline their payment processes and ensure security, scalability, and compliance. Simplifying pharmaceutical payments The pharmaceutical industry faces unique challenges when managing complex financial transactions…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Bridgerton Season 4: Netflix image featuring Penelope, Eloise elates netizens; here’s why

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    In the new pictures shared by the makers, Nicola Coughlan’s Penelope and Claudia Jessie’s Eloise can be seen walking down the street holding hands, where Eloise gives a surprised reaction while Penelope chuckles. Bridgerton season 4 is gearing up for its release soon. The makers of the popular history-romantic show treated the fans by sharing new stills from the upcoming show. On Friday, streaming giant Netflix shared a glimpse from the sets of Bridgerton on social media platform Instagram. In the new pictures shared by the makers, Nicola Coughlan’s Penelope and Claudia Jessie’s Eloise can be seen walking down the…

  • Auto

    Honda ZR-V Review 2025, Price & Specs

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    The ZR-V departs more from the template set by the Civic mostly on the inside – if only a little.  The dashboard has the same design, featuring a horizontal strip of air vents – and the clicky physical buttons and dials for the climate control are as welcome as ever. The 9.0in touchscreen for the infotainment isn’t the crispest or most generously sized, and its factory sat-nav system isn’t especially clear, but shortcut buttons and wireless smartphone mirroring mean it’s largely simple and easy to use. The cabin materials have had a gentle quality uplift from the Civic’s, however, with…

  • Business

    Shivalik Small Finance Bank plans M&A to grow

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    Shivalik Small Finance Bank has started exploring M&A opportunities to expand the secured portfolio in its balance sheet, seeking to de-risk its overall book amid evident stress in loan assets that do not have collateral backing. Shivalik, the only small finance bank to have transformed from an urban cooperative bank, is looking to acquire a non-banking finance company (NBFC) with focus on secured business. three people familiar with the development said. Secured advances include collateralized assets, like a home-loan financed house that can be used as a security when instalments go unpaid. The bank has identified two-three prospective merger candidates,…

  • Finance

    India’s merchandise exports may fall slightly to $435 billion in 2024-25: GTRI

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    The country’s merchandise exports, which have been contracting since October last year, are expected to decline slightly by the end of this fiscal year and fall below USD 435 billion, think tank GTRI said on Sunday. Exports dipped 10.85 per cent in February to USD 36.91 billion due to volatility in petroleum prices and global uncertainties. “At this rate, India’s total merchandise exports for FY’2025 are expected to be below USD 435 billion, slightly lower than USD 437.1 billion in FY’2024,” Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) Founder Ajay Srivastava said. During April-February 2024-25, the exports stood at USD 395.63 billion…

  • Home Kitchen

    Bananas will last longer without going bruised if wrapped up in 1 item

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    Bananas are one of the most wasted foods in British households as they often turn brown and spotty after just a few days, but there is a simple way to keep them yellow for much longer. Many people do not realise they are storing bananas wrong as they should never be placed inside a fruit bowl, and should instead always be kept separate from other fruits.  Kendall, a baker and the founder of A Bit of This, A Dash of That, has shared that bananas also stay fresh for much longer if their stems are wrapped up. She confessed that…

  • Legal Law

    EU will go easy with Apple, Facebook punishment to avoid Trump’s wrath

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    The EU is set to impose minimal fines on Apple and Facebook-owner Meta next week under its Digital Markets Act, as Brussels seeks to avoid escalating tensions with US President Donald Trump. According to people familiar with the decisions, the iPhone maker is expected to be fined and ordered to revise its App Store rules, following an investigation into whether they prevent app developers from sending consumers to offers outside its platform. Regulators will also close another investigation into Apple, which was focused on the company’s design of its web browser choice screen without any further sanctions. Meta will also…

  • Medicine

    Five countries account for 68% of trade in pharma products in the EU-27

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    Germany, France, Belgium, Italy and the Netherlands account for up to 68% of trade in pharmaceutical products in the EU-27. This is outlined in a report prepared by Logista Freight, Logista’s long-haul, full-load transport subsidiary. It analyses the pharma sector’s trade relations within the European Union, a market that moves 3.3 million tonnes per year, amounting to more than 250 billion euros.  The report gives an overview of the main trade flows among Member States, with trade from Ireland to Belgium, from Germany to the Netherlands and from the Netherlands to Germany in the top positions. The results of this assessment…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Saif Ali Khan hotel brawl case: Actor Amrita Arora testifies in court says, ‘we saw someone barging…’

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    Bollywood actor Amrita Arora testified in the 2012 Saif Ali Khan hotel brawl case, revealing that an NRI businessman barged into their enclosure before the alleged altercation. Saif, accused of assault, maintains he acted in self-defense. Bollywood actor Amrita Arora Ladak appeared as a witness in court on Saturday in the 2012 assault case involving actor Saif Ali Khan. The case stems from an alleged altercation at a five-star hotel, where Khan was accused of attacking NRI businessman Iqbal Sharma and his father-in-law, Raman Patel. Witness account of the incident Arora, who was part of the dinner group with Khan,…

  • Auto

    Dacia Spring vs Leapmotor T03: UK’s cheapest EVs face off

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    So Stellantis gives credibility to Leapmotor in the form of brand recognition and a dealer network, but that’s about where the Stellantis involvement ends. The T03 isn’t a cut-down Vauxhall Corsa: it’s a pure Leapmotor development. There’s a battery under the floor, a motor in the front and, like many Chinese cars, a design that is inoffensive but very derivative. If the front has shades of cross-eyed Smart Forfour, from the back it could be absolutely anything. Instead, it draws you in by being apparently overspecced in almost every way, at least on paper. At the UK launch, Leapmotor’s PR…

  • Business

    Chennai bound domestic flight suffers tyre burst, lands safely

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    A Chennai-bound flight from Jaipur, before the scheduled landing, experienced a tyre burst on Sunday morning and authorities facilitated an emergency landing for the aircraft, airport officials said. All the passengers and the crew are safe and they deplaned safely upon landing, they said. Before landing, the pilot detected the tyre-burst and alerted authorities, and they acted as per norms for landing under such circumstances. “Upon visual inspection of the aircraft, wheel no 2 was found damaged with trye pieces coming out from the tyre-left interior…” according to officials.

  • Finance

    Global risks won’t abate, need to be more purpose-oriented: Finance secretary Ajay Seth

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: Finance secretary Ajay Seth Saturday said global uncertainties may not subside over the medium term and India has to do things differently in a more “purpose-oriented” manner to realise its goal of emerging as a developed nation by 2047. In this “era of uncertainties” and amid a “very tough global environment”, India has to grow at a fast pace for over 20 years while ensuring inclusive development, he added. Seth was speaking at an event of the Skoch Development Foundation in the capital. “It’s not just about growth, but it’s about inclusive growth. But we have to be…

  • Home Kitchen

    Key oven method ‘everyone forgets’ for perfect crispy roast potatoes

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    Social media is overrun with tips and tricks on how to make the perfect crispy roast potatoes, from boiling them in stock or gravy to parboiling until they’re practically mashed. However, Ann Russell, the TikTok cooking and cleaning extraordinaire, who has won hearts with her amazing advice and kind nature, has said there is one method that people seem to forget – and it will ensure the perfect potatoes every time. In a video posted on TikTok she said that so many people have so many incredible recipes – but one thing they all forget to mention is moisture – or…

  • Legal Law

    What could possibly go wrong? DOGE to rapidly rebuild Social Security codebase.

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    Like many legacy government IT systems, SSA systems contain code written in COBOL, a programming language created in part in the 1950s by computing pioneer Grace Hopper. The Defense Department essentially pressured private industry to use COBOL soon after its creation, spurring widespread adoption and making it one of the most widely used languages for mainframes, or computer systems that process and store large amounts of data quickly, by the 1970s. (At least one DOD-related website praising Hopper’s accomplishments is no longer active, likely following the Trump administration’s DEI purge of military acknowledgements.) As recently as 2016, SSA’s infrastructure contained…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    At the Lakmé Fashion Week 2025 x FDCI, artisans take the runway

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    Designers Zaid Khatri, Amruta Vankar, Mubbasirah Khatri, Muskan Khatri, and Shakil Ahmed during the Design Craft Presents Artisan Designers of Somaiya Kala Vidya show in the 25th year of Lakmé Fashion Week 2025 at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai | Photo Credit: Perfect Shadows / FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week / RISE Worldwide Indian fashion is entering an era of quiet reckoning — one where the silent hands behind couture’s most intricate weaves and prints are finally stepping into the light. For decades, artisans remained the invisible scaffolding of Indian fashion’s most-celebrated narratives. Now, the script is shifting. At…

  • Medicine

    Steriline advanced filling innovations exhibited at INTERPHEX

    March 30, 2025 - By 

    Steriline, a European manufacturer of highly specialised robotic filling machines and complete aseptic filling/finishing lines, will attend Interphex. The company will welcome visitors on 1-3 April at stand 2537 in the Javits Center, NYC, displaying a Robotic Vial Filling Machine utilising Planar Motor technology, a magnetically levitated transport system.  The solution consists of a unique platform that levitates movers above a stainless surface providing 6 degrees of precise motion and zero friction. This allows for the transport of containers (vials, syringes, cartridges, etc.) from station to station in the filling and closing operation, without any mechanical components or particle generation. The…

  • Arts Entertainments

    This actress lost her career to director’s one-sided love, had worked with A-listers including Aamir Khan

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Know about an actress who was able to make a big name in Bollywood without any godfather. She made her debut in 1983 with Manoj Kumar’s production Painter Babu and with her second film, she reached the heights of stardom. But one sided love affected her career. In the last several decades, there have been many actresses in Bollywood who have impressed the audience with their beauty and talent. However, when it comes to longevity, the film career of actresses was not as long as that of actors. Today we will talk about an actress who was able to make…

  • Auto

    Why Zagato and Touring see a bright future for coachbuilding

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Zagato insists that his firm will embrace new technology, rather than fear it. He cites artificial intelligence and 3D stamping as beneficial for its small-scale projects, explaining: “You don’t have to invest thousands of euros in moulds or tooling, because you can quickly build the parts to create one-off and few-off cars. We’re already building many one-offs with 3D stamping.” “We’re living through a technological challenge created by the war between EVs and ICE cars,” he continues. “If electric motors win, the standardisation in the industry will be maximised. I can see a time when you won’t be keen to own…

  • Business

    Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, Gujarat CM inaugurate 5.4 GW solar cell plant

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Chikhli: Union Minister for Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday inaugurated a 5.4 GW solar cell manufacturing plant in Gujarat’s Chikhli. India is emerging as a global hub for clean energy and next-generation technologies. The new facility in Gujarat, set up by Waaree Energies, will produce high-efficiency solar cells, reinforcing India’s position as a leader in clean energy production worldwide. A state-of-the-art AI-equipped control room was also inaugurated at the Chikhli facility. It will significantly boost efficiency and streamline operations. “From being nowhere 10 years ago, India is now the 3rd largest producer of…

  • Finance

    India, US eye $500 billion trade target: Sectoral talks in coming weeks to drive the next big leap

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    India and the US have decided to hold sectoral talks under the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA) in the coming weeks, the commerce ministry said on Saturday. It was decided after the four-day negotiations of senior officers from India and the US. These negotiations ended on Saturday here. “Sectoral expert-level engagements under the BTA will start virtually in the coming weeks and pave the path for an early negotiating round in person,” the ministry said. In order to realise the shared objective of promoting growth that ensures fairness, national security and job creation, both sides have through four days of…

  • Home Kitchen

    Broccoli will be ‘delicious and appealing’ by using easy chopping tip

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Have you ever considered how much broccoli you may be wasting when cooking the vegetable? Riverford Organic Farmers claim you may be cutting it wrong, leading to loads of waste. The Devon-based store took to TikTok to explain how you can be more efficient with the green – and, at the same time, make it more presentable on your plate. “So many people cut broccoli completely wrong,” they began in a video. “What is quite commonly done is people cut away the florets from the top and then discard the stalk,” a member of staff explained. However, guidance is on…

  • Legal Law

    Elon Musk’s X has a new owner—Elon Musk’s xAI

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Elon Musk today said he has merged X and xAI in a deal that values the social network formerly known as Twitter at $33 billion. Musk purchased Twitter for $44 billion in 2022. xAI acquired X “in an all-stock transaction. The combination values xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion ($45B less $12B debt),” Musk wrote on X today. X and xAI were already collaborating, as xAI’s Grok is trained on X posts. Grok is made available to X users, with paying subscribers getting higher usage limits and more features. “xAI and X’s futures are intertwined,” Musk wrote.…

  • Medicine

    PSG Biotech showcases Flow Technology at INTERPHEX

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    PSG Biotech is showcasing bioprocessing efficiency at INTERPHEX 2025 with its single-use flow control solutions. The launch takes place 1-3 April at the Javits Center in New York City, where bioprocess professionals will witness firsthand how PSG’s precision technology is reshaping pharmaceutical manufacturing.  Visitors can explore PSG Biotech’s flow control technologies, headlined by the dramatically enhanced SumoFlo Single-Use Coriolis Flow Sensor portfolio – a technology that’s “redefining accuracy standards” in the industry.  The SumoFlo “represents a leap in single-use Coriolis flow sensor technology”. The spotlight falls on the newest breakthrough – the CSEN-8103-032 sensor – which shatters previous limitations with a flow range spanning 20…

  • Tours Travel

    How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Kat Dennings

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    To television viewers, Kat Dennings is probably best known for playing down-on-her-luck characters — first in a six-season run as Max Black on the CBS sitcom “Two Broke Girls,” and, more recently, as Tim Allen’s estranged-but-reunited daughter on ABC’s “Shifting Gears,” which aired its first-season finale earlier this month (all episodes are available for streaming on Hulu). But to hear her tell it, there’s hardly a down-on-your-luck aspect of her real-life ideal Sunday itinerary, which starts with double belly rubs for her two cats, ends with drifting off to “Columbo” and includes an eclectic lineup of museums, rare-book-browsing and dinner…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Ajay Devgn returns with a bang in ‘Raid 2’ teaser out, with Riteish Deshmukh joining cast

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Raid 2 showcases Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor, Rajat Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, Supriya Pathak, and Amit Sial in an action-packed sequel filled with suspense and high-stakes drama. Ajay Devgn, known for his powerful performances, gave Bollywood another blockbuster last year with the much-awaited Singham Again, marking the third film in the Singham franchise. This year, the actor is all set to create a storm at the box office once again with his upcoming movie Raid 2. The teaser for the film was released today, Friday, and fans are already buzzing with excitement. In Raid 2, Devgn steps back into…

  • Auto

    MWIC Bonus Episode 4: Autocar meets Rolls-Royce CEO Chris Brownridge

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Join our WhatsApp community and be the first to read about the latest news and reviews wowing the car world. Our community is the best, easiest and most direct place to tap into the minds of Autocar, and if you join you’ll also be treated to unique WhatsApp content. You can leave at any time after joining – check our full privacy policy here. used cars for sale In partnership with Newsletter Get all the best car news, reviews and opinions direct to your inbox three times a week. You can unsubscribe via any email we send See our full privacy notice for more…

  • Business

    Centre to do tariff math, seeks auto parts data

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    The Centre has asked the auto parts industry for data on exports to the US, specifically on the number of companies involved and volume of products shipped to the nation, to assess the impact of President Donald Trump’s move to levy 25% tariff on imports of cars and components. Industry stakeholders, meanwhile, have requested the government to seek details from their US counterparts of the specific parts and vehicles that will be published in Annex I of the Federal Register-the US government’s daily journal-in the coming days to get clarity on the new tariffs. Trump Wednesday said the 25% tariff…

  • Finance

    NCLAT reduces Google’s ₹936 crore penalty to ₹217 crore over competition law violation

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Friday slashed to about ₹217 crore the Competition Commission of India’s ₹936-crore penalty imposed on Google parent Alphabet Inc. The appellate tribunal partly allowed the US tech major’s appeal against the October 2022 order, ruling that it had indeed misused its dominant position in the Android mobile app market, but not agreeing with all directions issued by CCI. CCI found discrimination in the tech giant’s policy of charging third-party apps a 15-30% service fee via Google Play Billing System (GPBS) on Play Store transactions, while its own app YouTube used another payment…

  • Home Kitchen

    Gordon Ramsay’s easy chicken skewers that are perfect for a barbecue this summer

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Gordon Ramsay has shared a simple recipe that is a must add for your summer barbecue this year. The famous Michelin-starred chef known for his fiery personality and culinary expertise, has shared his chicken skewer recipe. These skewers are full of flavor and perfect for grilling outside – they’ll no doubt be a crowd pleaser for your quests. They are not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to experiment with different marinades or seasonings to your taste. Chicken skewers make a great addition to any barbecue because they cook evenly and quickly. Plus, they’re easy to…

  • Legal Law

    Ex-FCC chairs from both parties say CBS news distortion investigation is bogus

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    The Federal Communications Commission’s news distortion investigation into CBS drew a public rebuke from a bipartisan group of five former FCC commissioners, including two former chairmen. The group criticizing current Chairman Brendan Carr includes Republican Alfred Sikes, the FCC chair from 1989 to 1993, and Democrat Tom Wheeler, the FCC chair from 2013 to 2017. They were joined by Republican Rachelle Chong, Democrat Ervin Duggan, and Democrat Gloria Tristani, all former commissioners. “These comments are submitted to emphasize the unprecedented nature of this news distortion proceeding, and to express our strong concern that the Federal Communications Commission may be seeking…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Divyam Mehta’s new collection features skirts inspired by South-Indian mundus

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Delhi-based fashion designer Divyam Mehta’s new collection Still Waters | Photo Credit: Special arrangement With deliberate, calculated precision, Delhi-based fashion designer Divyam Mehta defines the inspiration behind his newly launched summer collection Still Waters. He borrows the collection’s design language from South Asian contemporary art, tribal rugs and nautical stripes, but manipulates its grammar to create mundu skirts, oversized jackets paired with dresses, gilets, pyjama trousers, tops and layered tunics. “For the moodboard,” he explains, “we were mainly looking at modern art from Cambodia, Indonesia and South India, but these inspirations have been manipulated and edited to create something abstract,…

  • Medicine

    Advances in parenteral drug delivery products

    March 29, 2025 - By 

    Daniel Jones, marketing specialist, ZwickRoell highlights advances in parenteral drug delivery products and testing methods. Pioneers in the pharmaceutical industry quickly understood the medical benefits of parenteral drug delivery. Decades worth of evolving systems that promised to optimise and fine-tune efficacy, safety, and patient comfort precede today’s on-body-delivery systems. And as the industry continues to move the needle forward to meet even higher expectations while adhering to increasingly intricate and strict standard requirements, collaborative efforts from testing equipment manufacturers remain essential.  From the early invention of glass syringes in the 1940s to the introduction of autoinjector technology for military use…

  • Tours Travel

    Long Beach’s VIP Records unveils plans for a museum

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    In the early 1990s, Kelvin Anderson Sr. built a makeshift recording studio in the back of his Long Beach record store, a vinyl-filled paradise called the World Famous VIP Records on the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. He wanted to give youth a creative outlet in the gang ridden neighborhood. Word quickly spread around the city, and aspiring artists started sprinkling in. Folks like Snoop Dogg, Warren G and Nate Dogg — who were part of a trio dubbed 213, the Long Beach area code at the time — famously cut their first demo…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Adolescence 15-year-old star Owen Cooper set for Hollywood debut in Wuthering Heights

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Owen Cooper, breakout star of Adolescence, is set to make his Hollywood debut as young Heathcliff in the upcoming adaptation of Wuthering Heights. Owen Cooper, the 15-year-old actor who made waves with his breakout performance in Adolescence, is quickly becoming one of 2025’s most talked-about young stars. His compelling portrayal of a teenager accused of murder in Stephen Graham’s Adolescence has earned him global recognition, leaving audiences eager to see what comes next for the talented actor. And the wait is nearly over as Cooper gears up for his big Hollywood debut. After captivating viewers in Adolescence, Cooper is set…

  • Auto

    Hot new Skoda Elroq vRS to be revealed next week

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Skoda will reveal the new Elroq vRS next week as the second electric car from its sporting sub-brand – and it’s set to be one of the company’s most powerful cars yet. To be unwrapped next Thursday morning (3 April) before a public debut at the Milan Deign Week a few days later, the Skoda Elroq vRS will be the latest entrant into a growing class of sporting electric crossovers, going up against the likes of the Mini Aceman JCW, Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce and Abarth 600e. The Czech firm has released a preview image that confirms the “most dynamic Elroq…

  • Business

    Relief for domestic flyers as regulator rejects Delhi Airport’s proposal for hike in charges for domestic flyers

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    In a relief for flyer airport tariff regulator Airport Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) hasn’t allowed Delhi Airport to increase charges on domestic departing passengers from Rs 129 for the period of 2024-2029. The GMR group-owned airport had sought higher User Development Fee (UDF) ranging from from Rs405 to Rs 610 depending on peak hours and non-peak hours. UDF is a fee levied by operators to recover the expense they have incurred upgrading infrastructure at airports. A Parliamentary Affairs Committee had earlier expressed their dissatisfaction over “arbitrary” rise in user development fees (UDF) and ticket prices, arguing that the existing framework…

  • Digital Marketing

    How It Works & Top Alternatives

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    We all look for customer reviews when we have to make a big purchase such as a mobile phone or even a skin care product. In fact, close to 75% of consumers read online reviews of a business to find more about them. That’s where review syndication comes in. Review syndication is the process of distributing customer reviews across multiple platforms, ensuring they appear on retailer websites, brand websites, and other relevant channels. Many businesses today often turn to review syndication to enhance their online reputation, boost SEO, and improve conversions by displaying more reviews across different sites. Sounds great,…

  • Finance

    Cabinet approves Rs 37,216 cr subsidy on phosphatic, potassic fertilisers

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a Rs 37,216 crore subsidy on phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilisers for the Kharif (summer-sown) season this year as part of its efforts to provide soil nutrients at a reasonable rate. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a proposal for fixing the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for Kharif season 2025 (from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025,) on Phosphatic and Potassic (P&K) fertilisers. The budgetary requirement for Kharif season 2024 will be Rs 37,216.15 crore, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told reporters here. The minister said the…

  • Home Kitchen

    Berries will last ‘so much longer’ if stored with 35p item in fridge

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Doing the weekly food shop is a lot more expensive than it once was. Because of this, making your money go as far as possible is key – which involves cutting down on food waste.  Unfortunately, this isn’t always easy. Fresh produce, especially berries, can spoil pretty quickly even if they’re stored in the fridge. However, food storage experts have shared an easy way to prolong their lifespan, keeping them fresh so you can enjoy them for longer.  Elizabeth Adams from London storage company Urban Locker has hailed the common item as one of the best ways to keep your berries…

  • Legal Law

    Elon Musk and Trump win fight to keep DOGE’s work secret

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) don’t have to turn over information related to their government cost-cutting operations, at least for now, a federal appeals court ruled yesterday. A federal judge previously ruled that 14 states suing the federal government can serve written discovery requests on Musk and DOGE. Musk, DOGE, and President Trump turned to the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit in an attempt to block that order. A three-judge panel at the appeals court granted an emergency motion for a stay in an order issued yesterday, putting the lower-court ruling…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Quirkk India, a Varanasi-based fashion label, stands out with its quirky handpainted images

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Art-inspired handpainted image on a Quirkk India ensemble | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Mudit and Surbhi Katoria’s fashion brand, Quirkk India, may be less than a year old, but it is already making waves with its eye-catching designs. Specialising in shirts, tunics, and trousers featuring a vibrant mix of hand-painted and printed imagery, the Varanasi-based label blends geometric patterns, flora, fauna, and pop-art aesthetics. Their designs — ranging from nods to Frida Kahlo and Van Gogh to playful pet portraits with a quirky twist — have intrigued buyers, as seen at a recent exhibition by the Crafts Council of Telangana…

  • Medicine

    Verista to showcase tray inspection systems at INTERPHEX 2025

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Verista, a provider of automation, compliance, and quality solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, is excited to announce its participation at INTERPHEX 2025, on 1-3rd April at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City, NY, at booth 2860. Verista will be exhibiting its latest products and services, highlighting the COUNTQ Tray Inspection System, an advanced AI-enabled inspection and reconciliation system designed to revolutionise the counting and verification of vials, syringes, ampoules, and other tray-loaded parts in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Verista’s technical experts will also be at the booth.  The COUNTQ system delivers 100% electronic verification of product counts in just 15 seconds, significantly…

  • Tours Travel

    Bob Baker Day to bring healing (and SpongeBob) to L.A.’s puppet lovers

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    The all-things-puppetry extravaganza that is the yearly Bob Baker Day at Chinatown’s Los Angeles State Historic Park has landed on its themes and parade-leading grand marshal for its 2025 edition, set for April 13. Animated characters SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star will launch the festivities at 10 a.m. with a parade that will span the grounds. The “SpongeBob SquarePants” stars are not the first animated characters to lead the processional. Back in 2023, Pinocchio from Guillermo del Toro’s Oscar-winning film led the walkaround. SpongeBob will be joined by Logan Hone and his Feel Good Music Train, Tierra Del Sol’s large-scale…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Shruthi Narayanan, actress who garnered attention for leaked online video, shares new post

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    The actress had previously made her Instagram account private. Shruthi just made it public and posted a clip that demonstrates how to create a clone using artificial intelligence. file, has shared a video on her Instagram stories. A video of Tamil actress Shruthi Narayanan has created a stir online. This 14-minute clip is rapidly going viral on Reddit. It is being told that it was recorded during a private audition. The clip allegedly exposes the harsh realities of the casting couch in the Tamil film industry. The video was being shared on platforms like X, Instagram and Telegram and has…

  • Auto

    Car makers brace for huge financial impact of Trump tariffs

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Car makers in the UK and Europe are bracing for what for many will be the biggest financial shock since Covid when the newly announced 25% tariff on cars imported into the US are applied on 2 April. The tariffs apply to all cars and light commercials imported into the US that aren’t covered by the Mexico-US-Canada automotive tariff agreement, significantly raising the cost of doing business in the US.

  • Business

    India’s steel giants to join forces for global deals, raw materials & tech

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: India is formulating a framework to bring together the country’s public and private sector steelmakers to jointly seek raw materials, technology and export opportunities globally, a move that will equip the industry with better bargaining power during deal discussions. The proposed international comprehensive cooperation framework, being spearheaded by the steel ministry, can help both the public and private sectors with sourcing coking coal and seeking technology transfer at competitive terms, union steel secretary Sandeep Poundrik told ET. He said the ministry is also readying the third leg of the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for specialty steel. The partnership…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Lululemon (LULU) earnings Q4 2024

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Lululemon store in Manhattan, New York City, U.S., on July 15, 2024. Beata Zawrzel | Nurphoto | Getty Images Lululemon beat Wall Street expectations for fiscal fourth-quarter earnings and revenue, but issued 2025 guidance that disappointed analysts. On an Thursday earnings call, CEO Calvin McDonald said the athleticwear company conducted a survey earlier this month that found that consumers are spending less due to economic and inflation concerns, resulting in lower U.S. traffic at Lululemon and industry peers. However, he said, guests responded well to innovation at the company. “There continues to be considerable uncertainty driven by macro and geopolitical…

  • Finance

    Deeper cut to duty for US on cards; four to five products specific to US under consideration

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    NEW DELHI: India is likely to undertake another round of import duty cuts ahead of April 2, people familiar with the matter said. US President Donald Trump’s threatened reciprocal tariffs announcement is expected that day against trading partners who, he says, have been “ripping off” his country by imposing high levies. The government is now drawing up a list of products that are very specific to the US as this round of cuts, outside of the proposed trade agreement, will be on most favoured nation (MFN) basis, implying the reduced duty would apply to all MFN imports of those products.…

  • Home Kitchen

    Sausages will be ‘juicy and golden’ if you follow one simple rule

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    There’s nothing quite like sausages. Whether served with mash, stuffed into a sandwich or playing the starring role in a hot dog – there are endless ways they can be enjoyed. None the less, they aren’t always easy to cook. Luckily, if you have an air fryer, the process may be about to get a lot simpler. According to Pinch Of Nom, they are easier than you think to cook in an air fryer. And, once you know how to cook them, they should turn out “perfectly” every time. In a video shared on TikTok, people were told exactly what…

  • Legal Law

    Trump can’t fire us, FTC Democrats tell court after being ejected from office

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Two Democratic members of the Federal Trade Commission who were fired by President Trump sued him today, saying their removals are “in direct violation of a century of federal law and Supreme Court precedent.” “Plaintiffs bring this action to vindicate their right to serve the remainder of their respective terms, to defend the integrity of the Commission, and to continue their work for the American people,” said the lawsuit filed by Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya in US District Court for the District of Columbia. Trump last week sent Slaughter and Bedoya notices that said, “I am writing to…

  • Medicine

    Sustainability in life sciences supply chain

    March 28, 2025 - By 

    Stephen Cawley, chief compliance officer, Biocair shares the challenges and innovations in sustainability for the life sciences supply chain. Sustainability is no longer a peripheral concern but a central strategic goal for businesses. Achieving sustainability goals within the life science industry involves navigating a complex web of supply chain challenges while maintaining the quality and safety of sensitive products.   The importance of the supply chain in meeting sustainability targets  The supply chain forms the backbone of the global pharmaceutical ecosystem, enabling the movement of sensitive, high value and potentially lifesaving products across the globe. Its significance in helping us achieve…

  • Tours Travel

    Padel is the new racquet sport bouncing onto the courts of L.A.

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    The ball pops up in the air and soars into an arc, drifting against the blue sky, then comes down with a plunk on the glass wall behind Jon Guerra. Out. “Your swing is too hard,” Guerra says to me. Guerra, who goes by Coach Jon, is sending lobs across the net toward me and three other students at the Padel Courts, a hideaway just off Sunset Boulevard in Little Armenia. We’re learning padel, a racquet sport played with foam paddle rackets on a tennis-like court surrounded by tempered glass walls. And it’s proving to be quite a challenge. “Don’t…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Kim Soo Hyun-Kim Sae Ron’s private chat leaked, deceased’s family slams Korean actor once again

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    The conversation between late actress Kim Se Ron and Korean actor Kim Soo Hyun has been made public recently by the actress’s parents. It is being claimed that the actress was a minor at the time of their relationship. A new controversy has now started with the leak of alleged messages between South Korean star Kim Soo Hyun and late actress Kim Sae Ron. These messages have surfaced on social media amid the commotion over the affair between them. On March 27 (Thursday), Kim Se Ron’s family held a press conference with their legal representative Boo Ji Seok, in which…

  • Auto

    The best Porsches on sale now

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    Porsche is synonymous with performance and quality, but which is the best from each model group? Owning a Porsche is quite a boast. But with so many models on sale, how do you choose the best for your driveway?  Ever since Ferdinand Porsche released the 356 in 1948, the Porsche brand has become synonymous with performance and quality.  Whether you’re looking for a car to run around a race track, a daily driver or an SUV for school pick-ups, there’s a Porsche that’s tailored to your needs.  We know the Porsche 911 S/T is an incredible five-star car and the Porsche 911 GT3…

  • Business

    Adani Energy acquires Mahan Transmission

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    Adani Energy Solution Ltd, the electricity transmission unit of the billionaire Gautam Adani-run conglomerate, on Thursday announced the acquisition of intra-state transmission project Mahan Transmission Ltd. In a stock exchange filing, the company said it has “executed Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) with REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL) for acquiring 100 per cent equity shares of Mahan Transmission Limited (MTL)”. MTL is a Rs 2,200-crore intra-state transmission project. The project scope includes establishment of 2,800 Mega Volt-Amperes (MVA) of substations capacity and 740 circuit kilometers (ckm) of transmission line, taking AESL’s transmission network to 26,668 ckm and 89,986 MVA…

  • Digital Marketing

    40+ Positive & Negative Review Response Examples & Templates

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    Do you think your job is done once you have successfully collected online customer reviews? You are wrong! You should know that responding to both positive and negative customer feedback also helps you to build a loyal customer base and attract new customers to your business. Approximately 93% of customers expect businesses to respond to their online reviews. Therefore, it is important that you acknowledge consumer feedback quickly and authentically. Does this not increase your burden, especially if you have a multi-location business? Review response templates can help you speed up your response time while strengthening the positive connection with…

  • Finance

    RBI to cut rates again on April 9, then just once more in August: Reuters poll

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    The Reserve Bank of India will cut interest rates at a second straight meeting on April 9, with just one more cut expected in August, which would mark the shortest easing cycle on record, a Reuters poll of economists found. With inflation in India easing to a seven-month low of 3.61% in February and the economy forecast to grow at 6.4% this fiscal year, the weakest in four years, the central bank has room to cut rates further. A strong majority of economists, 54 of 60 in the March 18-27 Reuters poll, expected the RBI to cut its benchmark repo…

  • Home Kitchen

    Potatoes will sprout and go mouldy if common food storage mistake is made

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    The experts at Which? have delved into the question about whether packaging helps to keep vegetables fresh in the fridge. In a recent TikTok video, Which? looked at a variety of different vegetables and how plastic packaging can impact the longevity of freshness. Packaging can significantly impact the freshness of vegetables by influencing factors like respiration, moisture loss, and protecting from spoilage. Orange Packaging noted that the correct packaging should allow the vegetables to breath, allowing them to release gases and moisture as part of their normal respiration. They noted that if plastic wraps or films are applied incorrectly, they…

  • Legal Law

    Anti-diversity lawsuits likely to hurt the scientific community, say scholars

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    The Scholars Program has provided funding for around 3,500 students to support their studies in scientific fields. With these lawsuits, “there are students who are currently enrolled, students who will be enrolled, who see themselves being attacked,” said Matt Hartings, an associate professor of chemistry at American University. The potential loss of these programs, Harpalani added, could have a detrimental effect on scientific research: If underrepresented scientists no longer have the resources to continue in their careers, the field might lose important role models and new ways of thinking. Mindiola shared a similar sentiment. “I think what makes science move…

  • Medicine

    Pfizer Global Supply embarks on digital transformation

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    Pfizer Global Supply (PGS) produces over 23 billion doses of medicine annually across its network of 42 global sites. In 2016, the division embarked on a journey to optimise operations and support Pfizer’s overarching purpose of “breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.” The goal was to revolutionise the company’s manufacturing operations, leveraging data-driven insights to drive world-class performance. This initiative began with the leadership of the president of PGS. PGS’ network of facilities, stemming from more than 30 legacy pharmaceutical companies, relied on a wide range of systems and datasets, each with unique standards and protocols. As a result, obtaining actionable insights…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Delhi HC refuses to hear plea seeking modification in Honey Singh’s ‘Maniac’ song lyrics

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    PIL was filed in the Patna High Court alleging obscenity and objectification of women in the lyrics of Honey Singh’s song, by actress Neetu Chandra. The Delhi High Court refused to hear a plea seeking modification in the lyrics of Yo Yo Honey Singh’s song ‘Maniac’ on Wednesday. The comments were made by the high court bench of Chief Justice DK Upadhyay and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela during the hearing of a suit submitted by Luv Kush Kumar. His attorney had claimed that the song sexualised women and normalised profanity by utilising the Bhojpuri language. ‘There is no religion in…

  • Auto

    Trump announces 25% tariff on all cars imported to US

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    A new tariff of 25% will be imposed on all cars and car parts imported into the United State, president Donald Trump has announced. This new levy will come into effect from 2 April, and will apply both to finished machines shipped into the country and car parts imported for vehicles assembled there. President Trump claimed the tariffs would lead to “tremendous growth” for the US auto industry, adding that it would create more investment for US-baed car makers and therefore more jobs. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said “this is very exciting”, adding: “What we’re going to be doing is a 25% tariff for…

  • Business

    Tata Motors, Samvardhana Motherson and others auto cos may face Trump’s 25% tariff heat, shares slump

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 25% tariff on all auto imports has sent shockwaves across the global automobile industry—and Indian auto companies are not spared from the ripple effects. While India’s direct vehicle exports to the US are minimal, the impact will be felt through global supply chains. During early trading hours, most of the auto stocks tumbled—Tata Motors fell over 5%, Eicher Motors lost nearly 2%, Hyundai slipped nearly 1.7%, Samvardhana Motherson plummeted almost 6.4%, Sona BLW dropped over 4.4%, and Balkrishna Industries shed 3.4% (as of 9:30 am). Also Read: Most carmakers & consumers stand…

  • Finance

    State debt to hit Rs 94 lakh cr: Report

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: States’ debt is projected to reach ₹94.4 lakh crore by March 2025, accounting for 32.7% of gross state domestic product (GSDP), according to a CareEdge Ratings report released Wednesday. The debt is expected to rise further to ₹103.6 lakh crore by FY26 due to capital expenditure and a growing revenue deficit, the report noted. In 2019, the debt-GSDP ratio was 29.3%. The analysis covered 15 states that accounted for 87% of India’s GSDP in FY24, including Bihar, Gujarat, Kerala, Maharashtra and UP. Revenue deficit is forecast to hit 0.6% of GSDP in FY25 and 0.63% in FY26. Fiscal…

  • Home Kitchen

    Experts warn this one killer substance is hiding in everyday foods

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    Salt hiding in everyday foods such as bread and sausages may be driving up obesity rates, a study suggests. Researchers looked at survey data from almost 5,000 people and gathered urine samples from 558 men and 702 women. Men with the highest levels of sodium in their urine were six times more likely to be obese than those with the lowest levels. For women, risk increased by almost five times. Annika Santalahti, of the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare in Helsinki, Finland, said the stronger trend in men may be because “men consume more food, and also more of…

  • Legal Law

    The Atlantic publishes texts showing Trump admin sent bombing plan to reporter

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    White House didn’t want texts released Prior to running its follow-up article, The Atlantic asked Trump administration officials if they objected to publishing the full texts. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emailed a response: As we have repeatedly stated, there was no classified information transmitted in the group chat. However, as the CIA Director and National Security Advisor have both expressed today, that does not mean we encourage the release of the conversation. This was intended to be a an [sic] internal and private deliberation amongst high-level senior staff and sensitive information was discussed. So for those reason [sic]—yes,…

  • Medicine

    CARBOGEN AMCIS receives GMP certification following ANSM inspection

    March 27, 2025 - By 

    CARBOGEN AMCIS has announced that it has successfully secured GMP Certification at its sterile drug product manufacturing site in Saint-Beauzire, France. The French regularity authority ANSM (Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé) conducted its first inspection from the 20th to the 24th of January, earlier this year. This inspection is a routine process conducted by the ANSM as it ensures the company is complying with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Following the successful completion of the inspection, the pharmaceutical process development and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing company received its GMP certificate for its facility, which opened in…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Ajey – The Untold Story Of A Yogi: This actor will be seen in the biopic of UP CM Yogi Adityanath

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    The journey of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to power was not easy. He did many penances in his journey from a Yogi to the Chief Minister. Now a film based on his life history has been announced. The life story of CM Yogi Adityanath is no less than a film story. It has emotion, masala and struggle to reach power. All preparations have been made to bring this story to the big screen. ‘Ajey – The Untold Story of a Yogi’. A biopic of CM Yogi Adityanath is being made with this name and its first look has…

  • Auto

    Nissan boss hints at new GT-R and Z in halo car pledge

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Incoming Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa has vowed that “driving excitement will always be at the heart” of the firm, hinting that halo cars such as the Z and GT-R will remain a key part of the brand’s future – and be offered worldwide. The current R35-generation GT-R will finally be discontinued shortly, having been in production since 2007. However, it hasn’t been offered in Europe for several years, due to emission regulations. Nor has the Z. Asked about the importance of performance cars to Nissan, Espinosa said: “Driving excitement will always be at the heart of Nissan. This is what…

  • Business

    Parliamentary panel suggests AI-driven stringent airfare regulation mechanism, more teeth to DGCA on pricing

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    A parliamentary panel has recommended a new Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven “stringent” airfare pricing regulation mechanism for monitoring airfares, saying the current regulatory framework under the DGCA “lacks” the capacity to proactively regulate them. The Department-Related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture in its 375th report “Demands for Grants (2025-26) Of Ministry of Civil Aviation” also recommended that the DGCA be empowered with quasi-judicial authority to impose temporary price caps or penalties on airlines engaging in “exploitative” practices. The panel, headed by JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, in its report, has also recommended developing a mobile application, “Airfare Vigil,”…

  • Digital Marketing

    What It Is and How to Calculate It

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Every minute, billions of conversations occur online globally, and your brand has a choice. You can choose to lead the conversation narratives or be swallowed by the fierce competition from competing brands. Brands that dominate the share of voice in their market don’t just steer conversations. They dominate the industry. Most strikingly, those with at least 10% extra share of voice grow rapidly compared to their counterparts. The thing is, you don’t have to shout louder. You should be smart and strategic in creating meaningful connections and showing up in relevant channels that matter the most.  Channels like PR, SEO,…

  • Finance

    NHAI raises record Rs 18,380 crore via InvIT

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    The National Highways Authority of India has raised Rs 18,380 crore through InvIT, the largest monetization transaction ever in the roads sector. With this fourth round of monetisation, the total funds raised via InvIT stands at over Rs 46,000 crore since 2020. While Rs 8,340 crore were raised in unit capital from domestic and international investors, Rs 10,040 crore was raised in debt from domestic lenders, the ministry of road transport and highways said in a statement issued on Wednesday. The National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT), the Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT), was set up by NHAI in 2020 to support…

  • Home Kitchen

    ‘Cool Original’ Doritos have flavour people didn’t expect

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    For years, Doritos lovers have munched away on their favourite Cool Original tortilla chips without a second thought to the actual taste. Now, after more than three decades in the UK, the true flavour of these iconic blue packet crisps is causing quite a stir. Originally hitting US shelves 30 years ago, Doritos made their debut here in 1994 and quickly became a staple snack. Launched alongside the tangy cheese variety, Cool Original soon found its way into the hearts and pantries of Brits nationwide. Ideal for dunking in salsa or simply savouring solo, many fans remained none the wiser…

  • Legal Law

    Apple barred from Google antitrust trial, putting $20 billion search deal on the line

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Apple has suffered a blow in its efforts to salvage its lucrative search placement deal with Google. A new ruling from the DC Circuit Court of Appeals affirms that Apple cannot participate in Google’s upcoming antitrust hearing, which could leave a multibillion-dollar hole in Apple’s balance sheet. The judges in the case say Apple simply waited too long to get involved. Just a few years ago, a high-stakes court case involving Apple and Google would have found the companies on opposing sides, but not today. Apple’s and Google’s interests are strongly aligned here, to the tune of $20 billion. Google…

  • Medicine

    Avantor provides first look at recently completed hydration expansion

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Avantor, a global provider of mission-critical products and services in the life sciences and advanced technology industries, presented highlights of the recently completed expansion at its flagship European manufacturing site at Drug, Chemical & Associated Technologies Association (DCAT) Week 2025. Dr. Brophy’s presentation took place on 17th March. DCAT, which runs 17-20th March in New York City, is an annual event for companies engaged in the Bio/Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Value Chain.  The new production facility’s advanced technologies quadruple the site’s capacity for manufacturing, formulating, and filling United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) purified water and Water for Injection (WFI)-based hydration solutions. These high-purity solutions are essential…

  • Technology

    MPs demand government reconsider response to Post Office compensation report

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    The government has fallen short in its response to recommendations made to speed up financial redress for subpostmasters affected by the Horizon scandal, say MPs. Sir Alan Bates said the subpostmasters are “up against the government spin machine”. MPs on the business and trade select committee took what they describe as an “unusual step” and asked the government to “reflect” on and “revise” its response to the committee’s report on subpostmaster redress, published in January. While the committee welcomes an acceleration in payments made to scandal victims, which has reached £768m, it is disappointed that key recommendations were ignored.…

  • Tours Travel

    L.A.-China flight diverted, delayed after pilot forgets passport

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Possessing valid documentation is the second item on the State Department’s checklist for U.S. tourists traveling internationally. It’s required for pilots, too, as an estimated 257 passengers found out the hard way last weekend. United Airlines Flight 198 left Los Angeles International Airport at 1:47 p.m. Saturday for a roughly 14-hour journey to Shanghai, China. However, the plane was instead diverted to San Francisco as the pilot “did not have their passport onboard,” according to an airline spokesperson. The plane landed in the City by the Bay at 5:05 p.m. The plane was delayed more than 3 hours before taking…

  • Arts Entertainments

    ‘The Batman 2’ gets a new title and genre shift on Warner Bros.

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    The Batman 2 as Warner Bros. reveals a new title and genre shift. The sequel’s new direction hints at a fresh take on the iconic superhero. Scroll down to read for more updates on the highly anticipated film. The status of The Batman 2 remains unknown, as the film’s latest postponement has pushed its theatrical release date to 2027. However, Matt Reeves’ next blockbuster receives a few changes when the sequel’s filming schedule is delayed. According to Warner Bros. Spain, The Batman 2’s title has changed, with the studio officially listing the film as “Untitled Batman film,” implying that The…

  • Auto

    Aston Martin Vanquish Volante revealed as 214mph V12 roadster

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Aston Martin has revealed the drop-top version of its 824bhp V12-powered Vanquish flagship. Taking the Volante name, it is technically identical to its coupé sibling, which arrived in September 2024 to revive the Vanquish nameplate as one of the few V12 cars on the market. In drop-top form, this is one of only two new GTs – alongside the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider – to offer open-top driving with a 12-cylinder soundtrack. The fabric roof is operated by a K-fold mechanism, similar to the arrangement in the new Vantage Roadster. The roof can be opened in 14 seconds and closed in 16…

  • Business

    Meeting RBI’s priority sector targets to be easier for banks

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Mumbai: Private lenders, which together largely make up the financial sector’s nearly 40% Nifty weighting and are the traditional favourites with overseas investors, could be the biggest beneficiaries of eased loan limit and borrower category norms on priority loans-without having to dilute underwriting standards or rely heavily on tradable certificates. Experts also believe the proposed increase in loan and asset classification limits will make it easier for all categories of banks, including private lenders, to achieve the disbursement targets, while potentially boosting margins. Private lenders usually fell short of achieving the targets set for them. “A majority of changes are…

  • Digital Marketing

    60 Pinterest Statistics You Should Know in 2025

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Pinterest is not just a collection of pretty pictures and DIY projects anymore. It’s evolved, grown, and, let’s be honest, probably changed more than you realize. For many, knowing the latest Pinterest numbers and trends isn’t optional—it’s essential. Who’s using it? How are they engaging? And more importantly, is it still a goldmine for sales and brand discovery? If you’ve been wondering whether Pinterest is still worth your marketing effort, let’s just say that there’s more happening under the surface than meets the eye. And trust us, the numbers tell a story you don’t want to miss. Let’s get into…

  • Finance

    Yields of March help states borrow more in absence of G-Secs

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Mumbai: States have increased their borrowings in the last month of the financial year, as raising funds is comparatively cheaper with low yields, due to the absence of central government security auctions in March, treasury experts said. Cut-off on 10-year SDL paper “The absence of G-Sec supply has facilitated strong absorption of SDL issuances by institutional investors. They are also positioning ahead of the April policy, anticipating rate cuts in April and/or June to drive mark-to-market gains in the next fiscal year,” said Venkatakrishnan Srinivasan, founder of Rockfort Fincap, a debt advisory firm. As many as 21 states jointly raised…

  • Home Kitchen

    UK households with fridge freezers face higher charges from April 1

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    They are a household staple found in every kitchen up and down the country – but the cost of running your fridge freezer is set to increase from April 1. That’s because energy bills are rising yet again, pushing up the cost of running every household appliance from kettles to air fryers, washing machines and tumble dryers. Currently, electricity costs an average of 24.86p per kWh, and it will go up to 27.03p per kWh from April 1, when Ofgem increases prices of gas and electricity by an average of 6.4%, or £111 a year.  According to Ideal Home, an…

  • Legal Law

    FBI probes arson of Tesla cars and facilities, says “this is domestic terrorism”

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    The Federal Bureau of Investigation yesterday launched a task force “to try to nail the criminals setting fire to Tesla vehicles and charging stations,” and is looking into an anarchist blog that has been “calling for more” attacks, The New York Post reported. “The bureau has received reports of 48 instances so far this month related to Tesla vehicles, dealerships and charging stations and is investigating at least seven of them in conjunction with local law enforcement, The Post has learned,” the article said. “The agency’s newly formed 10-person task force will deploy ATF personnel—special agents and intelligence analysts from…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    FICCI FLO works on contemporary reimagining of Toda embroidery and jamakkalams

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    The Toda threads and jamakalam revowen showcase by FICCI FLO | Photo Credit: R Ravindran India’s rich array of crafts and the artisans behind it all  have countless stories to weave.  Take P Sakthivel from Bhavani near Erode, for instance. He is the third generation from his family to be engaged in the art of weaving jamalakkalams but today, the circumstances of his business have changed, he says. “Powerlooms have taken over and there are fewer people now who are making jamakkalams the traditional way,” he says. Anuradha Halan, who has been working with Toda artisans from the Nilgiris, has…

  • Medicine

    BrePco Biopharma and Piramal Critical Care announce MHRA approval

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    BrePco Biopharma (BPCO) and Piramal Critical Care (PCC) has announced that the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) issued a grant of a Marketing Authorisation for the use of Neoatricon – the first paediatric strength solution for infusion of Dopamine Hydrochloride.   PCC has secured the commercialisation rights for the EU, UK, and Norway and will be responsible for distributing Neoatricon in these regions. Developed by BPCO, Neoatricon is an age-appropriate, ready-to-use, sterile solution for infusion of Dopamine Hydrochloride. It is available in a concentration of 1.5mg/mL in a 30 mL vial and a higher strength containing 4.5mg/mL in a 50 mL vial. Paul Breen, director of BPCO said: “The approval of this…

  • Technology

    Kroll reviewing Post Office Horizon’s current integrity and discrepancy identification

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    The Post Office has appointed a specialist investigator to review the integrity of current Horizon system data and the processes used to identify discrepancies. This follows a report by the Post Office scandal public inquiry, published in September 2024, which raised concerns about the current version of the controversial system. Investigation firm Kroll will review the latest version of the system, which is at the heart of the Post Office scandal, which saw thousands of subpostmasters wrongly blamed and some imprisoned for account shortfalls caused by computer errors. A Post Office spokesperson said: “Post Office is carrying out a review…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Sonu Nigam concert: Stones, bottles hurled at singer during performance at Delhi University, he reacts

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    The situation led to Sonu Nigam halting his performance midway, as he, without losing his calm, urged the crowd not to behave in such a rash manner. Singer Sonu Nigam’s performance at the Delhi Technological University’s (DTU) Engifest 2025 took an ugly turn when a section of the crowd began hurling stones and bottles at the stage during the Sunday event. The circumstances led to Sonu Nigam halting his performance midway, as he, without losing his calm, urged the crowd not to behave in such a rash manner.  “Main aapke liye aaya hun yahan pe so that we can all…

  • Auto

    Official: Peugeot e-208 GTi green-lit by new CEO

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    Peugeot will launch a GTi variant of the e-208, new boss Alain Favey has confirmed, with the hot hatch set to spearhead an effort to “nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations”. It will be the first GTi model since the previous-generation Peugeot 308 went off sale in 2021 and Peugeot’s first sporty electric car. Speaking to media today, Favey said: “I’m in a position to confirm that we will reintroduce the GTi on the e-208 as soon as possible. We’ve made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced.” He added that it is a “signal” about “what it means to reconnect to our past, our…

  • Business

    SC upholds Bombay HC order, directs MSEB Holding Co’s eviction from HSBC building

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    Resolving a longstanding landlord-tenant dispute between Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corp and the MSEB Holding Co, the Supreme Court has refused to interfere with a Bombay High Court order that directed eviction of the latter from the two floors of the bank’s building in Mumbai. The apex court, however, gave MSEB and Maharashtra State Distribution Co time till December 31 to vacate the premises and give its peaceful possession to the bank. A Bench led Justice Dipankar Datta while dismissing the appeal gave liberty to MSEB to vacate and give possession of the premises to Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corp…

  • Digital Marketing

    40+ Snapchat Statistics Every Marketer Should Know in 2025

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    Once known for disappearing selfies and teenage streak obsessions, Snapchat has quietly grown into one of the most culturally influential platforms of our time. It’s where Gen Z lives, laughs, shops, and even makes life decisions—one Snap at a time. But what exactly makes Snapchat tick in 2025? It’s the way Snapchat users engage. From filters to chats and brand discovery through Spotlight, the platform has become a daily habit and not a mere app. Launch Date 8 July 2011 HQ Santa Monica, California People Evan Spiegel (CEO)Bobby Murphy (CTO)Derek Andersen (CFO)Julie Henderson (CCO)Ajit Mohan (CBO) Type Photo SharingInstant MessagingVideo…

  • Finance

    Finance Bill 2025 offers unprecedented tax relief; collection target realistic: Nirmala Sitharaman

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said the Finance Bill 2025 provides unprecedented tax relief, and the 13.14 per cent projected growth in personal income tax collection is “realistic” and supported by solid data. Replying to the discussions on Finance Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha, Sitharaman also said the customs duty rationalisation announced in the Budget will support manufacturing units, domestic value addition, promote exports, facilitate trade and also provide relief to the common people. In the 2025-26 Budget, the government has hiked income tax rebate to Rs 12 lakh per annum from Rs 7 lakh earlier. For the…

  • Home Kitchen

    How to make bolognese sauce tastier with Mary Berry’s 1 ingredient

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    Mary Berry, Britain’s beloved culinary royalty, has shared her twist on creating the most sumptuous and succulent bolognese recipe. Ideal for a cosy weeknight dinner, Mary’s take on this staple not only promises comfort but an elevated taste experience courtesy of her unique prep method. During a segment on BBC, Mary shared her “delicious” spin on a national classic, saying: “Nothing beats a hearty supper when you’ve worked up an appetite, and this recipe is my delicious version of one of our nation’s go-to dishes. We Brits cook bolognese more than any other meat recipe, so here is how it…

  • Legal Law

    Current SEC chair cast only vote against suing Elon Musk, report says

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    A new report says that when the Securities and Exchange Commission sued Elon Musk less than a week before President Trump’s inauguration, only one member—the current chairman—voted against filing the lawsuit. The vote behind closed doors was 4–1, with three Democrats and Republican Hester Peirce joining to support the lawsuit over Musk’s late disclosure of a Twitter stock purchase in early 2022, Reuters reported today. The one dissent reportedly came from Republican Mark Uyeda, who was subsequently named acting SEC chairman by Trump. Uyeda also asked SEC enforcement staff “to declare that a case they wanted to bring against Elon…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Nail art is Thiruvananthapuram’s latest fashion fix

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    Nail art has become Thiruvananthapuram’s latest fashion fix, and the trend shows no signs of fading. The city is home to several dedicated nail art studios. Many beauty salons have also introduced specialised nail makeover sections, catering to the growing demand. The customer base spans all ages, from teenagers to people in their seventies.  | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT It was a slow start for Thara Devi when she opened her studio, D Artistry, at Vazhuthacaud in July 2020. “The market for nail art was sparse at best, with only the occasional bride as a client,” she recalls. But within…

  • Medicine

    APM Steam highlights HVAC insulation services

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its innovative HVAC insulation services, designed to provide significant energy savings and enhanced operational efficiency for biopharmaceutical and pharmaceutical facilities. APM Steam’s team of experts can quickly assess insulation opportunities, and work directly with top insulation manufacturers in the country to capture significant energy savings.  The Heat Loss Study offered by APM Steam includes a detailed site walk and thorough review of hot water, steam, and chilled water plants and distribution systems. An engineering team delivers a full review of findings, offering actionable recommendations to repair faulty…

  • Technology

    ‘Bankenstein’ and a cold calculation means banking crashes will continue

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    Banks are operating a “spaghetti” tech structure that is creating a game of “technology Jenga” for IT managers updating their systems. Making changes to IT systems has huge knock-on effects, with upgrades risking downtime. But banks are willing to accept a certain level of downtime – this will only change when the cost of downtime in the form of customer compensation and fines is higher than the cost of achieving 99.999% availability. In the aftermath of a three-day outage at Barclays, bosses at the UK’s biggest banks were forced to explain to MPs why their digital systems had been…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Jaat Trailer Out: Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, look over the top in Gopichand Malineni’s film | WATCH

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    After causing Gadar, veteran actor Sunny Deol will next be seen in South director Gopichand Malineni’s Jaat. The trailer of this film has been released on Monday. Sunny Deol is gearing up for his next action drama film Jaat. Finally the makers have released the much-awaited trailer of the film, in which once again Sunny Deol’s strong action avatar was seen. The film has been directed by famous South Indian director Gopichand Malineni. However, the makers have yet not revealed the exact release date of this action-drama. Jaat trailer is out now Sunny Deol is gearing up for his next…

  • Auto

    Mild-hybrid diesel Toyota Hilux goes on sale at £49,640

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    A new mild-hybrid diesel Toyota Hilux has gone on sale in the UK, priced from £49,640, with the brand claiming it offers the same capabilities as its regular counterpart plus better refinement and responsiveness. It uses the same 2.8-litre turbo diesel four that was already offered in the Hilux but adds an electric motor-generator and a 48V lithium ion battery, reducing the stress on the engine. For example, the electrical assistance reduces the engine’s idle speed from 720rpm to 600rpm and can supply a significant portion of the power needed to maintain a steady cruise. Its rapid power delivery compared with the diesel lump is…

  • Business

    venezuela oil tariff impact india: Venezuela oil import: Trump’s new trade twist may shake up India’s cost game

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on oil and gas imports from any country purchasing Venezuelan crude, a move that could have significant implications for India’s energy sector. The decision, set to take effect from April 2, is part of Trump’s broader strategy of using tariffs as a tool to exert economic and diplomatic pressure. While the measure targets Venezuela, it is expected to have a ripple effect on countries that rely on its crude, including India, China, Spain, and Italy. Announcing the tariffs on Truth Social, Trump accused Venezuela of being “very hostile to the United…

  • Finance

    India proposes to remove 6% Google tax from April 1, a day before Trump’s retaliatory tariffs come into effect

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: India proposes to remove the 6% equalisation levy imposed on online advertisement services offered by companies such as Google and Meta — known widely as the Google tax — from April 1. The move is likely aimed at placating US President Donald Trump, who has threatened retaliatory tariffs on countries imposing digital taxes on US tech companies from April 2. The provision is included in the 59 amendments to the Finance Bill moved by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Parliament on Monday. The other significant amendment proposes to remove the word “indirectly” in a provision governing offshore…

  • Home Kitchen

    Mary Berry’s tip that will keep your sandwiches fresh – don’t add this 1 item

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    If you prefer to prep your sandwiches for work or lunch and are always finding them soggy, Mary Berry says removing this one item will solve your problem. She says you should use fresh bread and that you should not put tomatoes or cucumbers in the filling as they’re they’re too wet. If you want those, you have to pop them in just before you serve, says Mary. Mary tends to make her sandwiches the day before she needs them which comes as a surprise to many. In her TV show Mary Berry Cooks, she told us exactly how to…

  • Legal Law

    Trump administration accidentally texted secret bombing plans to a reporter

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    Using Signal in this way may have violated US law, Goldberg wrote. “Conceivably, Waltz, by coordinating a national-security-related action over Signal, may have violated several provisions of the Espionage Act, which governs the handling of ‘national defense’ information, according to several national-security lawyers interviewed by my colleague Shane Harris for this story,” he wrote. Signal is not an authorized venue for sharing such information, and Waltz’s use of a feature that makes messages disappear after a set period of time “raises questions about whether the officials may have violated federal records law,” the article said. Adding a reporter to the…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Chennai-based artist Lakshmi Srinath’s latest collection at Tvam Art and Design Studio is a fusion of art, heritage, and fashion

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    The Gwalior Fort inspired stole | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement   At Tvam Art and Design Studio, the latest line of saris, blouses, and Western wear designed by artist and designer Lakshmi Srinath showcases her perspective of colours, Nature, and heritage. Among her creations, a wrap and a shirt inspired by the Raneh Falls stand out. Located on the Ken River in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, the falls has carved a deep canyon of pure crystalline granite in varying shades, juxtaposed against blue-green waters. The ochre granite and shimmering water are reflected in Lakshmi’s design. Lakshmi’s work for the Sanskrit film…

  • Medicine

    Beckman Coulter Life Sciences launches modular spectral flow cytometry solution

    March 25, 2025 - By 

    Beckman Coulter Life Sciences and an Operating Company of Danaher Corporation, “revolutionises” spectral flow cytometry with the industry’s first modular solution: the CytoFLEX mosaic Spectral Detection Module. When connected to the CytoFLEX LX or S Flow Cytometers, the CytoFLEX mosaic Spectral Detection Module delivers superior fluorescence sensitivity for dim and complex multicolour experiments and can detect nanoparticles as small as 80 nm. It uniquely provides two unmixing algorithms and up to 10 autofluorescence channels, with up to 88 detection channels. The richer data resulting from spectral analysis can help untangle the complexities of biological systems and diseases faster, with a nuanced understanding of…

  • Technology

    CIO interview: Sean Green, Birkbeck, University of London

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Sean Green, interim CIO at Birkbeck, University of London, tells Computer Weekly that the promise of the university of the future requires a challenging journey to get there. With the delivery of education being transformed through technology such as audio-visual and virtual reality, it’s an exciting time to lead higher education organisations on their tech journeys, but the excitement is reined in by diminishing budgets. In his current role, Green and his 150 IT staff are charged with overseeing four areas of responsibility. These are made up of IT services, information governance, library services and digital education, with the…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Mocking CJIs to politicians, a look at 5 biggest controversies of Kunal Kamra

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    While the comedian is being trolled for his comments on Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, let’s have a look at some of his famous controversies. Kunal Kamra is one of India’s most famous and controversial stand-up comedians in India. His sharp political satire often targets the government and various political figures, due to which he often gets into trouble. He entertains people with his humour but sometimes makes such absurd comments that people become uncomfortable. Recently, he has made such a controversial comment on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, after which he has once again come into the headlines.…

  • Auto

    Renault to revive ‘Fast and Furious cars’ as it taps into retro

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Renault will continue to tap into its back catalogue with plans to revive iconic “Fast and Furious cars” of the 1990s and early 2000s. Speaking at the launch of the new Renault 5 Turbo 3E, group design chief Laurens van den Acker said he believes there is “a window of opportunity” for more desirable retro revivals, like the Renault 4 and Renault 5. “If you wait too long, people have forgotten about them”, he said. “If you’re too early, it’s still not cool enough. “Ten years ago, we did the [Alpine] A110. It was perfect, because it was a ’50s, ’60s kind of car, and we…

  • Business

    RBI revises PSL norms; enhances cap on eligible home loans

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    MUMBAI – Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday enhanced the limit on housing loans that are eligible for calculating bank’s priority sector lending targets. The central bank issued revised norms on priority sector lending, which will come into effect from April 1. “The enhanced coverage of the revised guidelines is expected to facilitate better targeting of bank credit to the priority sectors of the economy,” the RBI said. However, the overall priority sector lending target remains unchanged at 40%. This means banks have to lend at least 40% of their total loans to these vulnerable segments in an attempt…

  • Finance

    Private capex share dipped to decadal low of 33% in FY24: ICRA

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Domestic rating agency ICRA on Monday said private capital expenditure’s share in the overall investments in the economy dipped to a decadal low of 33 per cent in FY24. Among the private companies, it was the unlisted players which were subdued in investments as compared to the listed entities, as per a report. It can be noted that for the last few years, the government has been driving investments, leading to concerns in some quarters over the private sector’s absence and its impact on the overall economic activity. The private sector has instead focused on deploying excess cash at reducing…

  • Home Kitchen

    Slow cooker Mini Egg chocolate fondant recipe ‘perfect for Easter’

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Easter is officially under a month away which means it’s time to crack out the cook books and head to the supermarket to gather all the luscious ingredients to make a proper feast. To help you make the day as magical as possible, Bored of Lunch’s Nate Anthony has shared a delectable dessert you won’t want to miss out on. In a TikTok video from February, Nate detailed his take on a slow cooker chocolate fondant pudding packed full of one of the most popular Easter treats around: Mini Eggs. His easy pudding requires minimal preparation, and enough patience to…

  • Legal Law

    Mom horrified by Character.AI chatbots posing as son who died by suicide

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Moutier told Ars that chatbots encouraging suicidal ideation don’t just present risks for people with acute issues. They could put people with no perceived mental health issues at risk, and warning signs can be hard to detect. For parents, more awareness is needed about the dangers of chatbots potentially reinforcing negative thoughts, an education role that Moutier said AFSP increasingly seeks to fill. She recommends that parents talk to kids about chatbots and pay close attention to “the basics” to note any changes in sleep, energy, behavior, or school performance. And “if they start to just even hint at things…

  • Medicine

    Carrier launches Lynx FacTOR – European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Carrier Global Corporation announces the launch of Carrier Lynx FacTOR, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution designed to transform product release processes in the pharmaceutical industry.  Lynx FacTOR automates end-to-end product release evaluations, minimising manual processes and safely accelerating product movement in the cold chain. The name FacTOR represents the critical impact of ‘time out of range’ in supporting product quality and patient safety. Pharmaceutical companies face numerous challenges in ensuring product integrity throughout the distribution journey. Manual processes, costly delays, siloed data and strict compliance requirements often hinder timely product releases at their next or final destination. Current processes can involve manual…

  • Arts Entertainments

    ‘Bahut achcha hua…,’ Aamir Khan reacts to son Junaid Khan’s ‘Loveyapa’ failing at box office

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Aamir Khan expressed happiness over the failure of his son Junaid Khan’s first theatrical release and said something that will surprise you. In a recent interview, Aamir Khan spoke openly about his son Junaid Khan’s Loveyapa and shared his thoughts on the film’s failure. During a conversation with Instant Bollywood, Aamir was asked about the progress of Junaid’s career in the last three-four years. Expressing confidence in his son’s journey, Aamir said that his son has made a strong start and has a lot of talent.  Aamir further added that Loveyapa did not do anything special at the box office…

  • Auto

    Smart #5 gets 366-mile range and 4×4-inspired special edition

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    UK deliveries of the Smart #5 – the brand’s biggest car yet – will begin in October. An EV that will attempt to win over buyers of large SUVs with its hardy character, it will be underpinned by an 800V electrical architecture and major on in-car technology. It sits on the same Geely SEA2 platform as the smaller #1 and #3 crossovers. The #5 measures 4705mm long, 1920mm wide and 1705mm tall, which makes it a similar size to the new Peugeot 5008, although it’s not a seven-seater.  While retaining a lot of Smart’s modern design cues, such as concealed door handles and rounded edges, it differs…

  • Business

    Flying soon? DGCA directs airlines to share passenger rights link with tickets

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has instructed Indian airlines to provide passengers with a link to their rights along with their air tickets, according to The Times of India report. With air travel increasing significantly—especially among first-time flyers—DGCA chief Faiz Ahmed Kidwai emphasized the importance of informing passengers about their entitlements in cases of service deficiencies, flight delays (due to airline-controlled factors), cancellations, denied boarding, and baggage issues. IndiGo has reportedly assured the regulator that it will implement this directive by Tuesday i.e. March 2025. “All airlines must actively communicate passenger-centric regulations and rights,” a DGCA official was…

  • Finance

    ITL weighs tractor exports from India instead of US

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Mumbai: International Tractors (ITL) that sells under the Sonalika brand is weighing the possibility of exporting tractors to Mexico and Canada from India instead of its Atlanta facility, to avoid being caught in the crossfire between the US and its neighbours over tariffs. This even as the company, India’s largest exporter of tractors, is bracing for a decline in its overseas shipment for the second straight year in fiscal 2024-25. The drop comes on the back of the company’s key export destinations including the European Union, North America and South Asia (excluding India) facing uncertainties amid a global trade war…

  • Home Kitchen

    Six ingredients make Dubai chocolate that’s healthier

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Dubai chocolate is everywhere, and it’s absolutely delicious. For those who haven’t tried it, it may look a little bit suspicious and as though the filling is grass – but it tastes unbelievably good and is, sadly, quite calorific. That’s why health influencer Lorraine, who posts on Instagram as @healthyfitbella_, shared a recipe for a pistachio yoghurt pot, that packs the same punch as the Dubai chocolate craze, but is much healthier. “Feeling pretty smug over this homemade chocolate pistachio yoghurt pot,” she admitted as part of the caption. Lorraine continued: “Eating well isn’t about restriction – it’s about balance,…

  • Legal Law

    Trump administration’s blockchain plan for USAID is a real head-scratcher

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Giulio Coppi, a senior humanitarian officer at the nonprofit Access Now who has researched the use of blockchain in humanitarian work, says that blockchain technologies, while sometimes effective, offer no obvious advantages over other tools organizations could use, such as an existing payments system or another database tool. “There’s no proven advantage that it’s cheaper or better,” he says. “The way it’s been presented is this tech solutionist approach that has been proven over and over again to not have any substantial impact in reality.” There have been, however, some successful instances of using blockchain technology in the humanitarian sector.…

  • Medicine

    Sapio Sciences integrates NVIDIA BioNeMo for AI-driven drug discovery

    March 24, 2025 - By 

    Sapio Sciences, the science-aware lab informatics platform, has announced the integration of the NVIDIA BioNeMo platform into the Sapio Lab Informatics Platform. This integration brings AI-driven computational drug discovery directly into Sapio ELN (Electronic Lab Notebook), helping to streamline workflows and improve decision-making in drug discovery. With the BioNeMo platform, researchers can accelerate drug discovery by leveraging science-specific AI frameworks, pre-trained models, and generative AI tools to streamline the identification of potential drug candidates and improve target selection accuracy. NVIDIA BioNeMo provides scientists with a framework for training and deploying large biomolecular language models at supercomputing scale. The integration of BioNeMo into the Sapio Platform…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Prateik Babbar, Priya Banerjee react to controversies surrounding their wedding and family reactions

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    Prateik Babbar married his longtime girlfriend Priya Banerjee on February 14, 2025. On this occasion, he did not invite anyone from his family, including his father Raj Babbar and brother Arya Babbar. Prateik Babbar, son of Raj Babbar and Smita Patil, recently married OTT actor Priya Banerjee, which made a lot of headlines. It was said that the actor did not invite anyone from his family including his father and brother. The couple tied the knot in the presence of friends and some relatives. Then a small event was held in Goa. Now the actors have given a joint interview…

  • Auto

    How car interiors are sparking new levels of creativity

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    After decades of ubiquitous grey, black and cream interiors, car makers are finally experimenting with more adventurous combinations of colours and materials. The new Fiat Grande Panda pairs a blue dashboard and seat upholstery with yellow mood lighting; Mini is stitching bold, brightly coloured patterns into the Aceman’s dashboard and door linings; and Volvo is using recycled plastic from discarded PVC windows for some of its interior materials paired with recycled fishing nets for floor mats in its EX30. As we usher in, at long last, an era of more adventurous and innovative and uplifting cabin design, here are the developments…

  • Business

    Parliamentary panel calls for stricter regulations on content glorifying alcohol, drugs, violence

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    The Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology has issued a series of recommendations to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) to strengthen regulations concerning films and audio-visual content that glorify alcohol, drugs, and violence. In its Demands for Grants 2025-26 report, the committee has expressed concerns about the impact of songs and clips that glorify alcohol, drugs, and violence on vulnerable audiences, particularly children and young adults. In light of these concerns, the committee has recommended the formulation of a comprehensive policy framework to strengthen existing guidelines and ensure strict compliance with court directives regarding content that promotes…

  • Finance

    India imports 8.47 lakh tons of DAP fertiliser from China by Februay

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    India has imported 8.47 lakh tonnes of di-ammonium phosphate (DAP) fertiliser from China till February in the current fiscal year, government data showed. The Chinese imports represent 19.17 per cent of India’s total DAP imports of 44.19 lakh tonnes during the period. In the previous fiscal year, China accounted for 22.28 lakh tonnes, or about 40 per cent, of India’s overall DAP imports of 55.67 lakh tonnes. DAP is the second most widely used fertiliser in India after urea. The country also imports DAP from Russia, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, and Jordan, both as finished fertiliser and raw materials such as…

  • Home Kitchen

    How to make ‘beautifully golden’ muffins in minutes with air fryer recipe

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    This air fryer muffin recipe is perfect for when you don’t feel like using the oven but crave a sweet breakfast or teatime treat. Requiring just 10 minutes of prep, this recipe keeps things simple with a handful of basic ingredients, including your favourite toppings. Serving six to eight, this air fryer method guarantees perfectly risen muffins for the whole family with minimal effort. BBC Good Food shared this easy air fryer bake, saying: “Make beautifully golden brown muffins in your air fryer in no time. Add blueberries, chocolate chips or dried fruit, whatever you like. You can even double…

  • Legal Law

    Cybertrucks’ faulty trim prompts biggest recall yet, stokes Tesla investor panic

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    Every Tesla Cybertruck ever sold is being recalled so Tesla can fix an exterior panel that could potentially come unglued and detach while driving. If the “panel separates from the vehicle while in drive, it could create a road hazard for following motorists and increase their risk of injury or a collision,” Tesla explained in a safety recall report submitted Tuesday to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Tesla initially became aware of the issue in January and launched a study of the problem as more complaints came in, the report said. By March, social media complaints were getting…

  • Medicine

    CCT and Tower Cold Chain unite to unveil product launch at LogiPharma

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    Cold Chain Technologies (CCT) and Tower Cold Chain are set to make their biggest appearance yet at LogiPharma 2025, taking place in Lyon from 8-10th April. For the first time since joining forces, the two companies will present a united front, showcasing their latest innovations in temperature-controlled logistics for the pharmaceutical sector.  With a shared commitment to performance, sustainability, and global accessibility, Tower and CCT will be exhibiting at Booths 91A and 68, where they will unveil their newest product designed to set new benchmarks for efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in cold chain shipping.  As part of the “Let’s Go Further”…

  • Tours Travel

    How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Mark Duplass

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    Mark Duplass offers a warning before he starts talking about his ideal Sunday. “Be prepared,” he says. “There’s not gonna be a lot of leaving the house today.” 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. The actor-director-producer has settled into a comfortable rhythm with his wife, Katie Aselton, their two kids and their pack of rambunctious dogs. For them, home is Valley Village, a neighborhood the couple quickly fell in love with. “It’s…

  • Arts Entertainments

    All aboard laughter train! Zakir Khan’s ‘Delulu Express’ arrives soon, release date and where to watch

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    Zakir Khan’s rise to fame stems from his relatable storytelling, from the hilarious chaos of Mannpasand to the heartfelt tribute in Tathastu. Comedian and writer Zakir Khan is back with a brand-new stand-up special, ‘Delulu Express,’ more than a year after his last hit, ‘Zakir Khan: Mannpasand.’ Set to premiere on Prime Video on March 27, the special is highly anticipated by his growing global fan base, who continue to praise his relatable humour and impeccable comic timing. Produced by OML, ‘Delulu Express’ showcases Zakir’s signature blend of humor, pulling from his personal experiences and observations about work, life, and…

  • Auto

    Night light: We try overnight track ‘day’ in the Mazda MX-5

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    Within 30 minutes of arriving at the track I realise I have thoroughly underestimated the amount of faffing and form filling required to actually get moving.  I only achieve five laps out during daytime. And they were a bit of a blur to be honest. I didn’t manage to pick a quiet time and it felt like more serious racing machinery was constantly coming up in the rear view mirror and I was always off-line letting things pass and not quite learning the track. Night time soon comes and we head out on track. There were around 25 cars taking…

  • Business

    Rs 25,200 crore investment committed by 35 firms in 2nd round of PLI scheme for steel: Centre

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    Around 35 companies have shown interest in the second round of the PLI scheme for specialty steel, with commitment of Rs 25,200 crore investment, according to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Ministry of Steel is in the process of selection and signing MoUs with these companies, as per the commerce ministry. The ministry said that an incentive of Rs 3,600 crore is estimated to be disbursed to these projects. The Ministry of Steel estimates that an incentive of Rs 2,000 crore will be disbursed by the end of the scheme tenure, as per the ministry’s release. Centre has…

  • Finance

    India’s agri growth rate to be 20% in 2 years, says Nitin Gadkari; flags high logistics cost

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    India’s agricultural growth rate is expected to be 20 per cent in the next two years and the Centre’s first priority is to make the sector economically viable and create more jobs, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Saturday. Around 65 per cent of the country’s population is rural but they contribute only 12 per cent in growth, he said at a Business Today event here. In order to become a USD 5 trillion economy and achieve third rank in the work, the country’s rural economy and agriculture are very important, the Union minister for road transport and highways (MoRTH)…

  • Home Kitchen

    I spent £55 on Jeremy Clarkson’s farm shop delivery service

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    Products from Jeremy Clarkson’s Farm Shop range, ordered via Deliveroo (Image: Emily Heward | Reach PLC) Love him or loathe him, there’s much to admire about Jeremy Clarkson’s foray into food and drink. Since taking up farming, the Top Gear star has been a vocal champion of British agriculture and he puts his money – or rather, his customers’ – where his mouth is. His Diddly Squat Farm Shop in the Cotswolds sells only home-grown or locally-made produce, and at his pub The Farmer’s Dog down the road, he’s gone so far as to ban ketchup, coffee and Coca-Cola as…

  • Legal Law

    Judge orders Musk and DOGE to delete personal data taken from Social Security

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    The lawsuit was filed by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees; the Alliance for Retired Americans; and American Federation of Teachers. “Never before has a group of unelected, unappointed, and unvetted individuals—contradictorily described as White House employees, employees of either existing or putative agencies (multiple and many), and undefined ‘advisors’—sought or gained access to such sensitive information from across the federal government,” the lawsuit said. A temporary restraining order preserves the status quo until a preliminary injunction hearing can be held, although the legal standards for granting a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction are essentially the…

  • Medicine

    Domain Therapeutics progresses drug candidate for inflammatory diseases

    March 23, 2025 - By 

    Domain Therapeutics has announced it has nominated and is progressing DT-9046, a candidate with “game-changing” potential in multiple inflammatory disease markets, including atopic dermatitis (AD), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), arthritis but also neuroinflammation including migraine. PAR2 has emerged as a pivotal therapeutic in inflammatory diseases due to its unique ability to fine-tune immune and inflammatory responses, barrier integrity, and pain, however it is proven to be a difficult receptor for the pharmaceutical industry to target effectively. By leveraging Domain’s expertise to address challenging GPCRs, DT-9046 represents a groundbreaking advancement in PAR2 modulation employing a differentiated mechanism of action, targeting an allosteric…

  • Tours Travel

    Point Reyes’ historic dairies ousted over environmental concerns

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    POINT REYES STATION, Calif. — With fog-kissed streets featuring a buttery bakery, an eclectic bookstore and markets peddling artisanal cheeses crafted from the milk of lovingly coddled cows, Point Reyes Station is about as picturesque as tourist towns come in California. It is also a place that, at the moment, is roiling with anger. A place where many locals feel they’re waging an uphill battle for the soul of their community. The alleged villains are unexpected, here in one of the cradles of the organic food movement: the National Park Service and a slate of environmental organizations that maintain that the herds…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Shah Rukh Khan, Shreya Ghoshal, Disha Patani dazzle at IPL 2025 opening ceremony in Eden Gardens

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    The first match is being played on March 22, preceded by a grand opening ceremony where Shah Rukh Khan, Shreya Ghoshal, and Karan Aujla set the stage on fire. Videos and photos from the event have now surfaced. Kolkata’s Eden Gardens turned into a spectacle of glitz, glamour, and electrifying performances as the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 officially kicked off with a star-studded opening ceremony on March 22. With an enthusiastic crowd filling the iconic stadium, the evening was nothing short of magical. SRK sets stage ablaze The ceremony began on a high note with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan,…

  • Auto

    Ukraine needs vans, minibuses and pick-ups – can you help?

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    But there’s also a need for vans, minibuses and pick-ups, which, being four-wheel drive and much more rugged, can travel further towards the front lines than road-biased ambulances. But while Brake has a solid and trusted source for ambulances, “it’s harder to find reliable pick-ups”, he told us. “At the moment, we’re buying them at auction, and it’s very much pot luck what we get. I want to appeal to companies operating large fleets of vehicles like pick-ups.” Brake would take donated vehicles, but they need to be reliable enough to make the journey and still have a useful active life when…

  • Business

    Bhavnish Lathia assumes charge as Kotak Mahindra Bank’s CTO

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Kotak Mahindra Bank on Saturday announced the appointment of Bhavnish Lathia as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective immediately. This key appointment comes as part of the bank’s strategic focus on strengthening its leadership and advancing its technology-driven transformation, said the bank in a press release. Ashok Vaswani, Managing Director and CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank, praised Lathia’s contributions to the bank’s technology initiatives over the past three years. “Bhavnish has been instrumental in driving our technology initiatives for the last three years, building a world-class team of engineers to help drive our technology agenda,” said Vaswani. “The rapid…

  • Finance

    Govt disburses Rs 14,020 crore in ten PLI schemes so far

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    The government has disbursed Rs 14,020 crore under Production-Linked Incentive schemes for ten sectors, including electronics and pharma, since the launch of the support measure to boost domestic manufacturing, an official statement said on Saturday. In 2021, the government announced Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes for 14 sectors like telecommunication, white goods, textiles, manufacturing of medical devices, automobiles, speciality steel, food products, high-efficiency solar PV modules, advanced chemistry cell batteries, drones, and pharma, with an outlay of Rs 1.97 lakh crore. “The incentive amount of around Rs 14,020 crore disbursed under PLI schemes for 10 sectors,” the commerce and industry ministry…

  • Home Kitchen

    Bacon will be crispier if you ditch oil and cook it with 1 simple ingredient instead

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Everyone loves a bacon butty, but it can easily come out of the frying pan burned and soggy if you do not know how to cook it properly. When bacon is dropped into a hot pan, the white fat will render too quickly if you are cooking it in oil, which can result in unevenly cooked bacon that is burnt on the outside and undercooked in the middle However, Andy Cooks, a professional chef and cookbook author, has shared that the key to perfectly cooked “super crispy” bacon is to ditch oil and instead cook it with water. Andy explained:…

  • Legal Law

    Italy demands Google poison DNS under strict Piracy Shield law

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Spotted by TorrentFreak, AGCOM Commissioner Massimiliano Capitanio took to LinkedIn to celebrate the ruling, as well as the existence of the Italian Piracy Shield. “The Judge confirmed the value of AGCOM’s investigations, once again giving legitimacy to a system for the protection of copyright that is unique in the world,” said Capitanio. Capitanio went on to complain that Google has routinely ignored AGCOM’s listing of pirate sites, which are supposed to be blocked in 30 minutes or less under the law. He noted the violation was so clear-cut that the order was issued without giving Google a chance to respond,…

  • Medicine

    Quality control in the pharmaceutical industry

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    With increasing regulatory requirements and the need for full traceability, manufacturers are turning to advanced technologies like EyeVision Software to streamline quality control processes. Offering solutions for code reading, quality inspection, and seamless integration into production lines.  The pharmaceutical industry operates under some of the most stringent quality standards in the world. Every product must meet strict specifications to ensure safety and efficacy. Strict regulations require every product to be meticulously documented and tracked, from production to delivery. Compliance with FDA standards, including 21 CFR Part 11, is crucial for ensuring the integrity of electronic records and signatures. EyeVision Software…

  • Tours Travel

    L.A.’s Willy Wonka? The ‘father’ of the Xbox has turned to chocolate

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    There are technological and biological wonders inside the sleek San Gabriel offices of Seamus Blackley, which are evasively named — intentionally so — Pacific Light & Hologram. Best known as the creator of Microsoft’s Xbox video game console, Blackley can’t talk about his latest computer work — he’ll discuss it only under a “Friend-D-A,” a playful twist on a nondisclosure agreement. But he can chat about the 1970s Dodge camper one sees when entering the building. Complete with chalkboard-like scientific diagrams, the vehicle once belonged to Richard Feynman, the late Nobel Prize-winning Caltech physicist. Blackley has long been campaigning to…

  • Arts Entertainments

    The Big Bang Theory spinoff gets a title, focuses on beloved characters and exploring life

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    The Big Bang Theory spinoff, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, will focus on the character of Stuart Bloom, exploring his life after the original series with familiar faces and a blend of humor and heart. The highly anticipated spinoff from The Big Bang Theory has officially been named Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, a title that hints at the central focus of the new series. As reported by Deadline, the show will shine a spotlight on Stuart Bloom, the quirky comic book store owner played by actor Kevin Sussman, who was a beloved character on the original series.…

  • Auto

    MWIC Bonus Episode 3: Autocar meets Citroen CEO Thierry Koskas

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Join our WhatsApp community and be the first to read about the latest news and reviews wowing the car world. Our community is the best, easiest and most direct place to tap into the minds of Autocar, and if you join you’ll also be treated to unique WhatsApp content. You can leave at any time after joining – check our full privacy policy here. used cars for sale In partnership with Newsletter Get all the best car news, reviews and opinions direct to your inbox three times a week. You can unsubscribe via any email we send See our full privacy notice for more…

  • Business

    US tariffs feared to wipe out biggest export market for gems and jewellery industry; new hubs eyed

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Bengaluru: The Indian gems and jewellery industry, which contributes about 10% to the country’s merchandise exports, is preparing for potential US tariffs by expanding into alternative markets like Latin America, Vietnam, and Saudi Arabia. Industry leaders told ET that they are visiting these markets, seeking opportunities to mitigate the impact and sustain export growth. “We are still very optimistic and confident that the Indian government will protect the industry, and there might not be any tariffs. But if they do come, it is going to significantly impact the industry; nearly half of our business in the US, our largest export…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Micron (MU) Q2 earnings 2025

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Signage outside the Micron offices in San Jose, California, on Dec. 17, 2024. David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images Micron shares popped 6% in extended trading Thursday after the company reported second-quarter results that beat analysts’ estimates and offered better-than-expected guidance. Here’s how the company did: Earnings per share: $1.56, adjusted vs. $1.42 expected by LSEG Revenue: $8.05 billion vs. $7.89 billion expected by LSEG Revenue increased 38% from $5.82 billion during the same period in 2024, Micron said in a press release. The memory and storage solutions company reported net income of $1.58 billion, or $1.41 per…

  • Finance

    India, US in talks to settle tariff-related issues: MEA

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: India and the US are engaged in discussions to resolve tariff-related issues, with both nations working towards the framework for a bilateral trade agreement, external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Friday. “…I would like to emphasise that both India and the US are in discussions about this matter,” Jaiswal said during a press briefing, signalling a possible breakthrough in ongoing negotiations. Earlier, minister of state for commerce and industry Jitin Prasada told Parliament that India and the US were planning to negotiate a trade agreement, and that both countries would focus on increasing market access, reducing import…

  • Home Kitchen

    Martin Lewis MSE banana storage rule to stop peel turning black

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Bananas are ideal for a quick, healthy and tasty snack, but if you buy a whole bunch it can be easy to let some go to waste if they aren’t eaten quickly enough. Bananas ripen very quickly as they produce ethylene gas – a natural chemical compound that promotes ripening. As the fruit releases this gas it stimulates enzymes to break down starch into sugar, giving bananas their wonderfully sweet taste, and it also causes the fruit tissues to soften as the cells break down. The release of the gas is also what prompts the change in colour from green…

  • Legal Law

    California bill would force ISPs to offer 100Mbps plans for $15 a month

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Several states consider price requirements While the California proposal will face opposition from ISPs and is not guaranteed to become law, the amended bill has higher speed requirements for the $15 plan than the existing New York law that inspired it. The New York law lets ISPs comply either by offering $15 broadband plans with download speeds of at least 25Mbps, or $20-per-month service with 200Mbps speeds. The New York law doesn’t specify minimum upload speeds. AT&T stopped offering its 5G home Internet service in New York entirely instead of complying with the law. But AT&T wouldn’t be able to…

  • Lifestyle Fashion

    Four Tamil Nadu brands give the trusty koodai, a contemporary twist

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Much before the time of sleek, fancy lunch bags with zips and pouches, the trusty, sturdy koodais of varying sizes were the standard lunch companions. The woven wire bags, that somehow never wore out despite being stuffed with large snack and lunch boxes and water bottles, stood the test of time and for many, multiple years through school. The humble koodai is now, however, having a moment. They are in vogue and jazzed up with flaps, pouches, buttons and shiny buckles. The colour combinations you once thought were tacky (think green and violet) are now considered cute, and kitschy. The…

  • Medicine

    Optimising the future patient centricity of prefilled syringes

    March 22, 2025 - By 

    Marcelo Cruz, VP of business Development and Marketing at Tjoapack, explores the secondary innovations poised to revolutionise the patient centricity of PFSs over the next decade. The global prefilled syringe (PFS) market was worth $7.91 billion in 2023 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.4% to reach $20.62 billion by 2032. Europe dominated the global market in 2023 with a share of 40.33%.  One of the key reasons behind the success of the PFS format is the improved patient experience it offers. Coming already charged with a single dose, the PFS allows patients…

  • Tours Travel

    When my mom died, there was only one place to mourn: Disneyland

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    My mother, Donna, died unexpectedly earlier this month. On a recent Tuesday morning, she got up as normal, and even went to the salon. That evening, she was in the hospital. Thirty-six hours later, she was gone. These have been among the most difficult weeks of my life. I spent the first half of March at home near Chicago to grieve with my family and will likely be visiting often throughout the year to continue the process. I’ve never liked the past tense — grieved — as that implies a conclusion to something that changes us, alters our course and…

  • Arts Entertainments

    From stardom to struggles: The rollercoaster journey of actor Kim Sharma in bollywood

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    Kim Sharma’s journey in Bollywood, from a promising debut to personal struggles and career setbacks, highlights the unpredictable nature of fame and her resilience in forging a new path behind the scenes. In the glitzy world of Bollywood, where many dream of leaving a mark, few truly manage to carve out a lasting legacy. Some achieve instant fame with their debut, while others struggle to hold onto their moment in the spotlight. Kim Sharma, who made her mark in the iconic film Mohabbatein (2000), is one such actress whose career had a dazzling start but faced several roadblocks along the…

  • Auto

    It’s hard to believe, but this trusted body has its origins law-dodging

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    The AA today is a wide-reaching organisation whose services range from insurance and breakdown cover to giving driving lessons and general advice. It’s perhaps hard to believe, then, that this trusted body has its origins in a law-dodging activist group. The story begins in the pages of Autocar, dated 25 March 1905, with a delightfully sardonic letter from a motorist named Walter Gibbons, entitled To Circumvent Police Traps. These Edwardian equivalents of speed cameras were stopwatch-wielding policemen “hidden in hedges or ditches by the side of the most open roads in the country”, as motoring pioneer Earl Russell later put it to the…

  • Business

    Telecom equipment sales under PLI at Rs 78,672 cr, govt informs Parliament

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    Telecom equipment sales have reached Rs 78,672 crore under the production linked incentive (PLI) scheme, of which exports contributed Rs 14,963 crore till January 31, 2025, the government has informed Parliament. As part of the scheme, companies have invested Rs 4,081 crore and generated employment for 26,351 individuals as on January 31, 2025, Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of state for communications and rural development, said in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha yesterday. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) had notified the PLI scheme on February 24, 2021, to boost domestic manufacturing of telecom and networking products in India with…

  • Cryptocurrency

    FedEx cuts full-year results forecast on ‘uncertainty’ in economy, bad weather

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    A FedEx plane prepares to leave the FedEx Cargo Hub at Miami International Airport on Feb. 12, 2025 in Miami, Florida. Joe Raedle | Getty Images FedEx lowered its full-year profit and revenue forecasts on Thursday, as the parcel delivery firm battles stubbornly soft demand and uncertainty in the U.S. industrial economy as President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on trading partners. “Our revised earnings outlook reflects continued weakness and uncertainty in the U.S. industrial economy, which is constraining demand for our business-to-business services,” Chief Financial Officer John Dietrich said in a statement. FedEx shares fell 5.3% to $232.29 in after-hours trade,…

  • Digital Marketing

    The Ultimate Guide for Businesses

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    Ever noticed little golden stars with ratings for a business or product in a rich snippet when you search on Google?  They might seem small, but they hold a massive influence over whether people choose to click, visit, or buy. Did you know that businesses with a 4.5+ star rating get clicked on nearly 70% more than those with lower ratings? Think about it—when was the last time you booked a restaurant, bought a gadget, or picked a service without checking the business star rating first? Exactly.  Google Star Ratings are like a digital trust signal for potential customers, influencing…

  • Finance

    India’s forex reserves rise to $654.27 billion as of March 14

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    India’s forex reserves increased to $654.27 billion in the week ending March 14, 2025, up by $0.305 billion, according to data released by Reserve Bank of India on Friday. Previously, India’s forex reserves surged to $653.97 billion in the week ending March 7, 2025, up by $15.26 billion, said the Reserve Bank of India on Friday. India’s forex kittyThe central bank releases India’s forex reserves’ data every Friday, closely monitoring the economic indicator of foreign trade. The RBI, from time to time, intervenes in the market through liquidity management, including through the selling of dollars, with a view to preventing…

  • Technology

    Can I trade in my old laptop for a used laptop for sell?

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    my old laptop for a used laptop for sell When it comes to finding the best used laptop for sell listings, several websites stand out due to their extensive product range, competitive pricing, and trusted seller networks. These platforms offer a convenient and secure environment for purchasing pre-owned laptops, catering to both individual buyers and bulk purchasers. As the demand for affordable computing devices continues to rise, more consumers and businesses are turning to online marketplaces to buy used laptops at reasonable prices. One of the leading platforms for sourcing used laptops is Global Sources, which is renowned for its…

  • Home Kitchen

    Meghan Markle’s Netflix series causes ‘soaring demand’ for one food

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    With Love, Meghan, the new Netflix series from Meghan Markle, has been taking the world by storm. However, the series has certainly had some critics, just as many people have loved it and even been inspired by it. Many viewers have enjoyed watching the Duchess of Sussex make gift baskets for guests, rainbow food platters, and use edible flowers in her meal preparation. Fans of the series have clearly taken a leaf out of Meghan’s book, with these surging in popularity in the weeks since the show dropped. Tastewise, a generative AI consumer insights platform, have noted that edible flower…

  • Legal Law

    After “glitter bomb,” cops arrested former cop who criticized current cops online

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    The police claimed that “the fraudulent Facebook pages posted comments on Village of Orland Park social media sites while also soliciting friend requests from Orland Park Police employees and other citizens, portraying the likeness of Deputy Chief of Police Brian West”—and said that this was both Disorderly Conduct and False Personation, both misdemeanors. West got permission from his boss to launch a criminal investigation, which soon turned into search warrants that surfaced a name: retired Orland Park sergeant Ken Kovac, who had left the department in 2019 after two decades of service. Kovac was charged, and he surrendered himself at…

  • Medicine

    LCP Health Analytics launches new Medicines Oracle tool

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    LCP has developed a new platform, Medicines Oracle, that will aid in understanding how medicines are used across the NHS.  Using AI technology, the tool allows users to track NHS medicines usage across all GP practices and NHS hospitals, map these against health metrics, and dig deep into understanding variation in medicines use. This will be particularly helpful for stakeholders in medicines optimisation and usage, such as pharma companies and ICB and national commissioners.  The tool can also analyse prescription trends alongside disease prevalence and NHS performance metrics, meaning that NHS and industry stakeholders will better be able to understand variation…

  • Technology

    NAS storage: TrueNAS aims to make it big in Europe

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    Small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) and entry-level NAS maker iXsystems is less well-known this side of the Atlantic, but aims at getting more customers here than in the US. “Europe is clearly the region where our systems are being deployed more quickly,” said iXsystems director Brett Davis, speaking during a recent IT Press Tour event in Silicon Valley. “That’s because Europe is more advanced in terms of adopting open source solutions, and that’s more often the case in data storage.” iXsystems’ TrueNAS operating system has been downloaded more than 500,000 times, and is freely installable on any server hardware. It’s…

  • Arts Entertainments

    Dhanashree Verma profession: Is Yuzvendra Chahal’s ex-wife doctor, choreographer or influencer?

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma have officially been divorced on Thursday. Ever since the separation, people have been curious to know about Yuzi’s ex-wife. Read further to know about her profession. Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his ex-wife Dhanashree Verma were one of the most talked about couples. However, after much said and done, the couple was officially divorced on Thursday noon. For the unversed, the two got married in December 2020. Every now and then, the couple used to share cute videos on social media, but seems like all was not well all this while long. Now that the…

  • Auto

    Vauxhall Mokka Review 2025, Price & Specs

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    With an easy-to-use automatic gearbox, the Mokka is equipped to suit a good proportion of its general target audience. Thus configured, it performs adequately, although a more interested driver might still look for a little more power or driver engagement. For the latter, we would point you in the direction of a car fitted with the six-speed manual, which is a pretty natural-feeling ‘box to use although the gearchange has a rather long and vague throw. The pure-petrol provides a decent blend of performance, refinement and efficiency. At 1220kg, the Mokka is relatively light, so with 134bhp and 169lb ft,…

  • Business

    IndusInd Bank appoints independent firm to assess derivatives portfolio discrepancy

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    Private lender IndusInd Bank has said that its board of directors have decided to appoint an independent professional firm to conduct a comprehensive investigation to identify the root cause of the discrepancies found in the derivatives portfolio. The independent firm will also assess the correctness and impact of the accounting treatment of the derivatives contract. The firm will also identify any lapses and establish accountability for the discrepancies. The appointment of this firm is over and above the probe PwC is conducting in the banks derivatives portfolio. On 10th March 2025, IndusInd Bank had disclosed that discrepancies of nearly Rs…

  • Cryptocurrency

    Nike (NKE) Q3 2025 earnings

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    Nike on Thursday warned that sales will drop by a double digit percentage in its current quarter as the sneaker giant contends with new tariffs, sliding consumer confidence and a slower than expected turnaround. In a conference call with analysts, finance chief Matt Friend said Nike expects its sales decline in the fiscal fourth quarter, which is set to end in May, to be at the “low end” of the “mid-teens range.” It also anticipates its gross margin will fall between 4 and 5 percentage points as it ramps up efforts to liquidate excess inventory and stale styles that are…

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    Pillow stuffing from Thailand and China faces dumping probe

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    New Delhi: India has initiated an anti-dumping investigation on flexible slabstock polyol (FSP) imported from China and Thailand, according to a notification issued by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR). FSP is used for manufacturing upholstery, mattresses, pillows, bolsters, transport seating and packaging. The probe was initiated after Manali Petrochemicals Limited, the sole producer of FSP in India, filed an application alleging that cheap imports are hurting domestic industry. Manali Petrochemicals also urged that China be treated as a non-market economy. The DGTR said Manali Petrochemicals has provided prima facie evidence establishing that FSP imports have harmed the domestic…

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    Pizza Express offering pizzas matching 1965 prices – but you have to be quick

    March 21, 2025 - By 

    Pizza Express is rolling back the clock to celebrate its 60th birthday, offering pizzas for their original prices. The offer will be available when dining in one of the chain’s pizzerias on March 27 between 5pm and 6pm. It will be valid on any qualifying pizza, with one per person. The included pizzas are the Margherita for 33p, La Reine for 48p, the American for 45p, and the American Hot for 50p. Customers will be able to upgrade to a gluten-free Romana base for an extra £1.95. And from March 3 to 28, there will be a ‘1965 Icons’ set…