WB approves $1.5 bn more to aid India’s low-carbon emission reforms

WB approves $1.5 bn more to aid India’s low-carbon emission reforms

New Delhi, June 29 - The World Bank on Saturday approved $1.5 billion in financing for a second operation to help India — which is the fastest-growing large economy in the world — accelerate the development of low-carbon energy.

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Telecom Act 2023 strengthens protections for citizen privacy: DoT

Telecom Act 2023 strengthens protections for citizen privacy: DoT

New Delhi, June 28 - The New Telecom Act 2023, which partially came into effect on June 26, strengthens protections for citizen privacy while safeguarding telecom networks, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) said on Friday.

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Apple launches Vision Pro in China, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore

Apple launches Vision Pro in China, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore

New Delhi, June 28 - Apple on Friday launched its virtual reality (VR) headset Vision Pro in China, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore.

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Jewellery, decorative item makers at high latent TB risk from silica dust: ICMR study

Jewellery, decorative item makers at high latent TB risk from silica dust: ICMR study

New Delhi, June 28 - Latent tuberculosis, which occurs without any symptoms is the highest among agate stone workers -- who make jewellery and decorative items, according to a study by researchers at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

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IT firm Corporate Infotech secures Rs 240 cr contract under govt’s ‘GovDrive’ project

IT firm Corporate Infotech secures Rs 240 cr contract under govt’s ‘GovDrive’ project

New Delhi, June 28 - IT solutions provider Corporate Infotech on Friday said it has secured a contract worth Rs 240 crore under the government's 'GovDrive' project to streamline the operations of nearly 50 lakh government officials.

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Byju Raveendran failed because he didn’t listen to anyone: Unacademy CEO

Byju Raveendran failed because he didn’t listen to anyone: Unacademy CEO

New Delhi, June 28 - Byju Raveendran, Founder and Group CEO of embattled edtech firm Byju's, faced setbacks as he put himself on a pedestal and stopped listening to anyone, said Gaurav Munjal, Co-founder and CEO of Unacademy on Friday.

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Nothing to launch CMF Phone 1 with MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chip

Nothing to launch CMF Phone 1 with MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chip

New Delhi, June 28 - London-based consumer tech brand Nothing on Friday announced that CMF Phone 1 will be powered by the new MediaTek Dimensity 7300 5G processor.

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Indian healthcare sector faced 6,935 cyberattacks per week in last 6 months: Report

Indian healthcare sector faced 6,935 cyberattacks per week in last 6 months: Report

New Delhi, June 28 - The Indian healthcare sector has become a major target for cybercriminals, experiencing an average of 6,935 cyberattacks per week over the last six months, compared to 1,821 attacks per organisation globally, a new report revealed on Friday.

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Mobile tariff hike may result in Rs 20,000 cr additional operating profits for telcos: Experts

Mobile tariff hike may result in Rs 20,000 cr additional operating profits for telcos: Experts

New Delhi, June 28 - The latest round of 15-20 per cent mobile tariff hikes for prepaid and postpaid plans by telecom service providers (TSPs) can result in additional operating profits of around Rs 20,000 crore for the industry once these hikes are

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Hyundai Motor, labour union agree to hire 1,100 new plant workers by 2026

Hyundai Motor, labour union agree to hire 1,100 new plant workers by 2026

Seoul, June 28 - Hyundai Motor and its labour union on Friday reached an agreement to hire 1,100 new manufacturing workers by 2026.

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IISER Kolkata study finds vascular growth factor key for colon, renal cancer treatment

IISER Kolkata study finds vascular growth factor key for colon, renal cancer treatment

New Delhi, June 28 - Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Kolkata, have identified a Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Receptor (VEGFR) that can pave the way for developing medical treatments for colon and renal cancers.

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Centre okays Rs 700 crore to set up institutes of pharma, medical technology

Centre okays Rs 700 crore to set up institutes of pharma, medical technology

New Delhi, June 28 - The Central government has earmarked Rs 700 crore to set up centres of excellence at the National Institutes of Pharmaceutical, Education & Research (NIPER) over the next five years to boost pharma and medical technology in the country.

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CSIR develops compact, affordable utility tractor for marginal and small farmers

CSIR develops compact, affordable utility tractor for marginal and small farmers

New Delhi, June 28 - The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI) has developed a compact, affordable and easily manoeuvrable tractor of low horsepower range to meet the requirement of the marginal and small farmers, the Ministry of

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6 out of 10 German firms plan new investments in India in FY25 over positive economic outlook

6 out of 10 German firms plan new investments in India in FY25 over positive economic outlook

New Delhi, June 28 - Driven by political stability and a skilled workforce, India's importance as an investment location for global companies is growing sustainably and at least six out of 10 (59 per cent) of German companies plan to increase their investments

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Why giving smartphones to calm down kids’ tantrums may not be healthy

Why giving smartphones to calm down kids’ tantrums may not be healthy

New Delhi, June 28 - Are you one of those parents who calm down their tantrum-throwing children with a digital device? Beware, it may hamper their ability to self-regulate their emotions later in adulthood, finds a study on Friday.

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NODWIN Gaming to acquire esports firm Freaks 4U Gaming for Rs 271 crore

NODWIN Gaming to acquire esports firm Freaks 4U Gaming for Rs 271 crore

New Delhi, June 28 - E-sports and gaming company NODWIN Gaming on Friday said that it will be acquiring Berlin-based global full-service gaming and esports agency Freaks 4U Gaming for Rs 271 crore.

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Maruti Suzuki Swift surpasses 3 mn sales mark in India

Maruti Suzuki Swift surpasses 3 mn sales mark in India

New Delhi, June 28 - The Maruti Suzuki Swift has achieved a new milestone of three million sales in India, the company said on Friday.

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India ahead of global countries in ensuring One Health goals: V.K. Paul

India ahead of global countries in ensuring One Health goals: V.K. Paul

New Delhi, June 27 - India has taken the lead in ensuring One Health goals, Vinod K. Paul, Member (Health), NITI Aayog, said on Thursday.

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Elon Musk’s mother wishes him b’day, says ‘Thank you for 53 yrs of joy & excitement’

Elon Musk’s mother wishes him b’day, says ‘Thank you for 53 yrs of joy & excitement’

New Delhi, June 28 - Elon Musk's mother Maye Musk on Friday wished the tech billionaire a happy birthday and thanked him for bringing "53 years of joy and excitement" into her life.

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Air pollution exposure during childhood may affect lung health later

Air pollution exposure during childhood may affect lung health later

New Delhi, June 28 - Early-life exposure to air pollution may have a direct effect on lung health later in life, reveals a study on Friday that underlines the need to reduce pollution.

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