Apple to roll out iOS 17.3 next week with ‘Stolen Device Protection’ feature
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Apple has confirmed that it will be releasing iOS 17.3 update next week to the public, with new features like Stolen Device Protection and collaborative Apple Music playlists.
PM Modi releases commemorative postage stamps on Ram temple in Ayodhya
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday released commemorative postage stamps dedicated to the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and a book of stamps issued on Lord Ram by more than 20 countries.
BJP-JD(S) seat-sharing to be finalised after Pran Pratishtha event: Kumaraswamy
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy said here on Thursday that it has been decided to complete the procedures, including seat-sharing and other details, by involving BJP and JD(S) leaders after the 'Pran Pratishtha' programme in Ayodhya.
‘Have to play some shots to put bowlers under pressure’, says Rohit on playing switch hit & reverse sweep
Bengaluru, Jan 18 - After putting an exhibition of breath-taking strokeplay via his unbeaten 121, followed by a few more boundaries in the double Super Over to ensure an Indian victory over Afghanistan, captain Rohit Sharma said his switch hit and reverse sweep
Global alliance calls for inclusive access to advanced AI
Davos-Klosters, Jan 18 - The AI Governance Alliance (AIGA) released on Thursday a series of three new reports on advanced artificial intelligence (AI). The papers focus on generative AI governance, unlocking its value and a framework for responsible AI development and deployment.
New Zealand records lowest annual food price increase in 2 years
Wellington, Jan 18 - New Zealand's food prices are 4.8 per cent higher than a year ago, the lowest annual increase since December 2021, the statistics department Stats NZ said on Thursday.
Japanese Communist Party appoints first-ever female chairperson
Tokyo, Jan 18 - The Japanese Communist Party (JCP) on Thursday decided to appoint incumbent policy chief Tomoko Tamura as the new chairperson, marking the first female head in the party's century-long history.
85% Indian CX leaders increasing investment in genAI: Report
New Delhi, Jan 18 - About 85 per cent of CX (Customer Experience) leaders are increasing their investment in generative AI for CX in India within the next year, a new report said on Thursday.
Sun Pharma jumps 3% on announcement of acquiring remaining stake in Taro for Rs 2,891 cr
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Sun Pharma has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Taro Pharmaceutical Industries pursuant to which Sun Pharma has agreed to acquire all of the outstanding ordinary shares of Taro not currently held by Sun Pharma.
UN Security Council adopted 50 resolutions in 2023
United Nations, Jan 18 - The UN Security Council (UNSC) adopted 50 resolutions and failed to adopt 10 draft ones in 2023, the world body said.
51 homestays,14 hotels open in Ayodhya for devotees
Ayodhya, Jan 18 - Nearly 51 homestays and 14 hotels have been inaugurated for devotees in Ayodhya, ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla on January 22.
Domestic air traffic to go up to 300 million by 20230: Scindia
Hyderabad, Jan 18 - India’s domestic air passenger traffic will grow to 300 million by 2030, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said here on Thursday.
45 police teams to provide ‘proximate security’ to VVIP invitees in Ayodhya
Ayodhya, Jan 18 - As many as 45 teams of hand-picked police personnel will be providing “proximate security” or protection from close quarters to the VVIP invitees visiting Ayodhya for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Temple on January 22, officials said.
UP govt raises sugarcane MSP by Rs 20 for all categories
Lucknow, Jan 18 - The Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday raised the minimum support price (MSP) for sugarcane by Rs 20 per quintal for all three categories of the crop.
Indian Navy rescues cargo vessel under drone attack in Gulf of Aden
New Delhi, Jan 18 - The Navy once again came to the rescue of a cargo vessel with 22, including nine Indians onboard, which came under attack by drones in the Gulf of Aden.
New Zealand PM makes first official speech of 2024
Wellington, Jan 18 - In his first official address of 2024 in Parliament, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon asked his party to "go hard" in Parliament and requested MPs to stay focused.
Indian equity valuations are now elevated across metrics, says brokerage
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Most sectors in India are currently trading at a premium to their respective last-decade averages (in terms of NTM P/E multiples), BNP Paribas said in a report on Indian equities.
Epic Games told to pay Apple over $73 mn in legal costs by court
San Francisco, Jan 18 - Apple has demanded that Fortnite creator Epic Games pay them more than $73 million for legal fees amid their ongoing dispute over App Store payment methods.
Jobs in S.Korean public sector hit record high in 2022 amid Covid
Seoul, Jan 18 - The number of jobs in the South Korean public sector reached an all-time high in 2022 as the government created more positions amid the Covid-19 pandemic, data showed on Thursday.
Yogi govt to provide e-carts for divyangs, senior citizens, pregnant women for Ram Lalla’s ‘darshan’
Ayodhya, Jan 18 - In order to ensure a smooth experience for devotees visiting Ayodhya, the Yogi government has made extensive preparations to operate e-carts for transporting pilgrims to the Ram Temple and Hanuman Garhi for 'darshan' of Ram Lalla.