Trump signals hard line on China with hawkish cabinet picks

  • US president-elect's picks for top roles in incoming administration lean heavily on China hawks..

Meet Wi-Fi 8, which will trade speed for a more reliable experience

  • The next generation of Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi 8, is currently being developed behind closed doors. This time, the emphasis isn’t on pure speed, but instead on improving the user experience. Wi-Fi 8, known right now as IEEE 802.11bn Ultra High Reliability, still re….

How India, Pakistan and China Might Cooperate on Air Quality

  • Perhaps what is needed to help India and Pakistan fight air pollution is to invite China's help as a leader in urban pollution abatement..

How Global Cybercrime Rings Are Scamming Millions Daily — And What You Can Do To Protect Yourself

  • As scams become more sophisticated, even tech-savvy users are losing money to fake bookings, phony job offers and social media traps..

India’s Troubled Truce with China

  • The recent agreement between India and China ending their years-long military standoff along their shared Himalayan border was motivated, from India's side, largely by economic considerations. But whatever benefits India reaps from increased Chinese investmen….

Microsoft Patch Tuesday security updates for November 2024 fix two actively exploited zero-days

  • Microsoft Patch Tuesday security updates for November 2024 addressed 89 vulnerabilities, including two actively exploited zero-day flaws. Microsoft Patch Tuesday security updates for November 2024 fixed 89 vulnerabilities in Windows and Windows Components; Of….

India tests long-range cruise missile (VIDEO)

  • India’s military has conducted a maiden test of a long-range cruise missile amid efforts to enhance domestic weapons development  Read Full Article at RT.com.

The world looks set to fall 'frustratingly' short of a peak in emissions, and gas is the major driver

  • Global emissions look to rise in 2024, a new Carbon Budget report reveals. Climate scientists say it's "grim news" because the world has the technology to change that. What's missing, they say, is political will..

Apple expected to scale up iPhone production in India following Trump win

  • Following Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election and the possibility of a renewed US-China trade war, Indian officials believe Apple may scale up its manufacturing capacities in India to mitigate potential tariffs and avoid supply chain disrup….

At White House, Indonesia's new leader straddles US-China rivalry

  • white house — President Joe Biden and President Prabowo Subianto met Tuesday at the White House, marking the 75th anniversary of U.S.-Indonesia relations, part of a multination visit by the newly inaugurated leader of Southeast Asia's largest economy. "I wi….

Trump risk: The rupee could get caught in the crossfire of a currency

  • The US election is a game-changer for foreign-exchange markets. Both the rupee and RBI are likely to be tested. Holding the rupee steady could get harder if a currency race for the bottom breaks out between the US and China..

Violent extortion threats forced him to transform his life. He wasn't alone

  • For months, B.C. businessman Jas Arora got calls demanding money and threatening him and his family if he didn’t pay up. While recent RCMP allegations accusing Indian agents of orchestrating a campaign of violence and intimidation have calmed the situation, A….

The Value of Face-to-Face meetings: Accor’s Research Reveals a Path to Higher Revenues

  • In an increasingly digital business landscape, the value of face-to-face meetings remains undeniable. New research from Accor, a global leader in hospitality, indicates that professionals globally across industries believe their ability to generate revenue co….

New SiteMinder Research Reveals the 2025 Hotel Guest Will Demand “Everything”

  • SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel distribution and revenue platform, has today released SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report 2025, revealing the emergence of the ‘everything traveller’ – a new, multifaceted traveller who reflects the dynamic shifts with….

YouTube is Allowing Creators to Restyle Licensed Songs for Shorts Using AI

  • YouTube has announced the testing of restyled music tracks created by AI for YouTube Shorts. The experimental feature enables a… The post YouTube is Allowing Creators to Restyle Licensed Songs for Shorts Using AI appeared first on MEDIANAMA..

UPSC Quiz – 2024 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 13th November 2024

  • For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) – CLICK HERE The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. ….

COP29: India, other developing countries demand fair climate finance commitments

  • During the negotiations, the LMDCs emphasised the principle of “common but differentiated responsibilities” (CBDR) to address the pressing financial gaps hindering effective climate action.

Razorpay launches venture investment program to support early-stage B2B startups

  • Razorpay launches Venture Investment Program to support early-stage B2B startups with funding, mentorship, and tech resources..

All options, including exit, open for Siemens Gamesa India, says CEO

  • Siemens Energy considers all options for its wind business in India, including partnerships or potential exit, amid global losses..

Zinka Logistics IPO opens today at ₹259-273 price band

  • Zinka Logistics IPO offers fresh shares and stake sale, attracting anchor investors, with a price band of ₹259-273..

Swiggy’s stock market debut: Will it deliver listing gains?

  • With large IPOs like LIC and Hyundai India faltering, Swiggy’s listing today is expected to be muted, as analysts remain cautious amid subdued retail demand and challenging market conditions.

Banks’ reap productivity gains via digitalisation: RBI Dep Gov Patra

  • RBI Deputy Governor highlights significant productivity gains in Indian banks through digitalisation, including cost savings and efficiency improvements..

Indian IT firms key beneficiaries of H-1B visa sponsorship, data shows

  • In the current fiscal so far, 9,265 Amazon employees have availed of the H-1B visa facility, followed by Infosys (8,140 employees), Cognizant (6,321), Google (5,364) and TCS (5,274).

Comviva, Amazon Web Services to collaborate for SaaS products

  • Comviva will offer Communication Service Providers next-generation software products and platforms built on Amazon Web Services through a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model.

AI to help create 2.73 million tech jobs as adds 33.89 million workers by 2028: ServiceNow report

  • To harness this momentum, companies and policymakers must make concerted efforts to upskill and ensure a smooth transition to a tech-enabled workforce, the report suggested.

Honeywell’s not-for-profit arm says it has funded over 40 deeptech start-ups

  • In FY24, HHSIF supported 13 innovations—eight start-ups and five EIR programs—with a focus on agri-tech, clean-tech, health-tech, and green-tech initiatives.

무역 전쟁 분석 : 관세 인상부터 잠재적 지정학 격화

  • Donald Trump is back. Listen to the Big Take Asia Podcast to find out how countries across Asia are bracing for everything from higher tariffs to potential geopolitical flare-ups https://t.co/2y27rPnXJk— Bloomberg Asia (@BloombergAsia) November 13, 2024 Treas….

경제, 정치와 지정학, 인플레이션의 상관관계

  • Qualified candidates who have slighted Donald Trump may be out of the running for jobs in his administration. But the president-elect probably could not staff a credible cabinet if he only hired officials who had never disparaged him https://t.co/2Xx87ONFXU ….

667 UK-owned businesses in India generated over ₹5 lakh crores in revenue: report

  • According to the report, fifteen UK companies have achieved triple-digit turnover growth rates, with Vedanta leading as the largest UK company in India by revenue, generating over ₹1,50,100 crores in 2023.

Putting Indian potato products on world map — the HyFarm way

  • HyFun Foods, a leading supplier of quality frozen food products, focuses on sustainable practices and global expansion..

UK businesses drive growth and sustainability in India, generating over Rs 5,000 bn in revenue: Report

  • UK businesses are making a big impact in India, generating over Rs 5 trillion in revenue and employing over half a million people. The India-UK Free Trade Agreement is expected to further boost this growth, particularly in sectors like renewable energy and t….

India's October palm oil imports rise 60% m/m, trade body says

  • India imported more palm oil in October due to festive demand. Palm oil imports reached 845,682 metric tons, a 60% increase from September. Refiners increased purchases to stock up after recent lower imports. Soyoil imports decreased while sunflower oil impor….

India's edible oil imports dip 3 pc to 159.6 lakh tonnes in 2023-24: SEA

  • India imported less edible oil in the 2023-24 oil marketing year. The total import was 159.6 lakh tonnes, a 3.09 percent decrease. Higher domestic oilseed production and reduced demand contributed to the decline. Crude palm oil and RBD palmolein imports fell.….

Credit Card Security Chips: How do they protect against fraudulent transactions?

  • Credit Cards: EMV chip technology, mandated by the RBI for debit and credit cards, enhances security by creating unique, one-time codes for transactions, making it difficult for fraudsters to replicate card information..

EU's data privacy laws stymie India's investigation into airline bomb hoax calls

  • Stringent privacy controls implemented by the EU, coupled with the lack of an India-EU bilateral cross-border sensitive data treaty like the US Cloud Act, is hurting India's pursuit of perpetrators of bombing hoaxes..

Centre takes charge of mineral exploration licences as states falter

  • This move follows disappointing state-level efforts and seeks to streamline the process for more effective mineral resource discovery..

BSNL Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity Launch Announced by DoT

  • Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the government-run telecom service provider, launched a direct-to-device satellite connectivity service on Wednesday. The Indian Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced the launch, calling it the “India’s first Sa….

Indian CubeSat to Travel to the Moon Soon on Japanese Lander

  • India’s HEX20Labs has partnered with Japanese firm ispace for a mission to send a CubeSat into lunar orbit. Scheduled to launch on ispace's M2 mission, the Indian CubeSat will ride aboard the lander Resilience, aiming to orbit the Moon and conduct critical te….

Guwahati to host India Int’l Science Festival 2024 for 1st time in Northeast

  • HT Digital GUWAHATI, Nov 13: For the first time, the India International Science Festival (IISF) will be hosted in Guwahati, bringing one of India’s premier science festivals to the Northeast, Chief Secretary to the State Government Ravi Kota announced on Wed….

MI Concept + Design joins Canada’s Trade Mission to India spotlighting growth in the themed leisure, gaming and entertainment attractions industry

  • MI Concept + Design announces participation in Canada's Trade Mission to India and attendance at IndiaJoy, Asia's largest digital entertainment trade show.

StockNews.com Begins Coverage on UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI)

  • StockNews.com assumed coverage on shares of UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI – Free Report) in a research report released on Sunday morning. The firm issued a sell rating on the Wireless communications provider’s stock. UTStarcom Stock Up 12.9 % Shares of UTSI stock op….

Eltek (NASDAQ:ELTK) Shares Pass Above 200 Day Moving Average – Time to Sell?

  • Shares of Eltek Ltd. (NASDAQ:ELTK – Get Free Report) passed above its 200-day moving average during trading on Tuesday . The stock has a 200-day moving average of $10.54 and traded as high as $11.00. Eltek shares last traded at $11.00, with a volume of 19,529….

Gogoro (GGR) to Release Quarterly Earnings on Thursday

  • Gogoro (NASDAQ:GGR – Get Free Report) is scheduled to release its earnings data before the market opens on Thursday, November 14th. Gogoro has set its FY 2024 guidance at EPS.Parties that are interested in participating in the company’s conference call can do….

Trenitalia and Rail Europe strengthen partnership to expand high-speed rail reach to new markets

  • LONDON, Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trenitalia, Italy's state-owned rail operator, and Rail Europe, the leading distributor of European train tickets, are proud to reaffirm their long-standing partnership at the World Travel Market fair in London, by enhanc….

Sodium-ion Batteries Materials, Technologies and Global Markets Report 2024: Revenue Data from 2023, Estimates for 2024, Forecasts for 2025, and CAGR Projections Through 2029

  • Dublin, Nov. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Sodium-ion Batteries: Materials, Technologies and Global Markets to 2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.The Sodium-ion Batteries Market was valued at USD 318 million in 2024, and is e….

Sima Ved & Sham Al Zahabi, Two Visionary Women Join Forces to Launch Dao Clinic in Dubai, Introducing Cutting-Edge Wellness and Beauty Solutions to the Region

  • DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apparel Group, a global leader in retail and lifestyle, is proud to announce the grand opening of Dao Clinic Dubai, a dermatological and aesthetic care clinic set to transform the beauty industry ….

Toast (NYSE:TOST) Price Target Raised to $35.00 at Piper Sandler

  • Toast (NYSE:TOST – Get Free Report) had its target price raised by equities researchers at Piper Sandler from $25.00 to $35.00 in a report issued on Monday,Benzinga reports. The firm presently has a “neutral” rating on the stock. Piper Sandler’s price target ….

Needham & Company LLC Forecasts Strong Price Appreciation for Genpact (NYSE:G) Stock

  • Genpact (NYSE:G – Get Free Report) had its price objective raised by research analysts at Needham & Company LLC from $42.00 to $55.00 in a note issued to investors on Monday,Benzinga reports. The brokerage presently has a “buy” rating on the business services….

Global Barrier Shrink Bags Market to Reach USD 4.9 Billion by 2034, Driven by Demand in Meat Packaging | Future Market Insights, Inc.

  • The UK is projected to reach USD 102.6 million in barrier shrink bag revenue by 2034, driven by increased prime cattle slaughter and beef production in 2024. Barrier shrink bags, offering superior protection against oxygen, moisture, and contaminants, are in ….

India well-placed in a post-global world, want to triple business here, says Bain’s top boss

  • To the local industry leaders, the consultant will offer advice on adjusting in a post-global world, energy transition and AI..

Google Chrome 131.0.6778.70 (offline installer)

  • Google Chrome is a browser that combines a minimal design with sophisticated technology to make the web faster, safer, and easier. Google Chrome is one of the best solutions for Internet browsing Read more....

Ahead of Swiggy IPO listing Sensex opens with over 170 points drop, Nifty at 23,800

  • Sensex Today, Swiggy Price & IPO Listing Live: Swiggy's IPO is set to be listed on stock exchanges today. Despite high demand, Swiggy shares are trad.

Indian kids now spend 60% more time watching videos online than two years ago: Kantar report

  • Gen Alpha's influence is rapidly growing, shaping family decisions from food to technology, according to the 2024 Kidscan India Report by Kantar. This digitally-savvy generation is spending more time online, influencing purchasing decisions, and even impacti….

Razorpay’s funding venture to invest in early-stage B2B companies

  • Razorpay Venture Investment Programme, as it is named, will scout for opportunities in sectors like fintech, travel, healthcare, hospitality, retail and ecommerce. But the company intends to invest only in business-to-business (B2B) startups. The Reserve Bank….

India Game Developer conference kicks off in Hyderabad

  • Sanjay Jaju, secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting emphasised that the video gaming industry is essentially led by content and creativity and the ministry would work with the Game Developer Association of India to create high-quality talent at s….

Couldn't have asked for a better company to serve India with: Deepinder Goyal on Swiggy listing

  • Shares of food and grocery delivery player Swiggy made its debut on Dalal Street with a 7.69% premium over its IPO price of Rs 390 on NSE, listing at Rs 420..

MeitY, home ministry working to crack down on pro-Khalistan content

  • Organisations like Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) led by pro-Khalistani activist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun have been declared unlawful and banned in India, but sources said their content circulates through sympathiser handles. Security experts ET spoke with said the h….

Rs 9k-crore bonanza for Swiggy employees; crackdown on pro-Khalistan content

  • Happy Wednesday! Swiggy's employees are all set for big Esop gains as the company lists on the bourses today. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch..

Avicenna

  • A polymath born in Persia around 980 CE, Avicenna was, among other things, an astronomer, chemist, mathematician, poet, and the foremost physician and philosopher of his time. The Canon of Medicine, one of his most famous works, remained a standard medical te….

Elon Musk's Starlink a wolf in sheep's clothing, says thinktank

  • The Kutniti Foundation raises concerns over Starlink's potential entry into India, citing the company's close ties to US intelligence and military agencies. The think tank highlights Starlink's role as a dual-use technology, capable of both providing internet….

India at forefront of digital revolution, says RBI Deputy Governor Patra

  • India's digital economy is booming, with fintech driving digital payments and e-markets expanding rapidly. Deputy Governor of Reserve Bank of India, Michael Debabrata Patra, stated that the digital economy currently makes up a tenth of India's GDP and is proj….

Why the Indian stock market is falling: Analysis of recent trends

  • Indian stock markets have shown notable volatility over the past two days, with sharp declines unsettling investors and signalling potential shifts in market sentiment.

Stock Market Highlights 13 November 2024: Sensex, Nifty settle over 1 per cent lower amid inflation concerns

  • Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices: The Sensex and Nifty witnessed significant selling pressure on Wednesday as rising inflation concerns and sustained foreign investor outflows dampened sentiment, with the benchmark indices posting sharp losses. The BSE Sensex plu….

Insecticides India records ₹61 cr net profit in Q2

  • The company completed a buyback of 500,000 fully paid-up equity shares at ₹1,000 each, amounting to ₹50 crore, through internal accrual.

Ennoventure bags $8.9 million in Series A led by Tanglin Venture Partners

  • The round included participation from existing investors, such as Fenice Investment Group and additional SAFE investors.

Understanding the Health and Career Challenges of Software Developers

  • This analysis explores key issues such as physical health problems, salary concerns, and project management difficulties that are prevalent in the software development industry..

COP29 gets momentum with consensus on creation of carbon credits standards, India wants to conclude work on carbon market

  • At COP29, India is advocating for clear standards in carbon market creation and pushing for substantial climate finance for developing nations. India emphasized the need for accessible, predictable funding exceeding $1.3 trillion annually to support mitigatio….

Six in 10 employees avail one or more OPD benefits: Report

  • A new survey reveals a significant shift in how companies approach employee healthcare. More organizations are offering OPD insurance programs, with a focus on structured benefits and technology-driven solutions. The data highlights trends in doctor consult….

Global fossil emissions to reach record high in 2024; India's share to rise by 4.6%: Report

  • According to a UN report released last month, India's greenhouse gas emissions surged by 6.1 per cent in 2023, contributing to 8 per cent of the global total.

Growth of EVs create new job profiles across India

  • India's electric vehicle (EV) boom is fueling a job surge, with projections of 5 million direct and 30 million indirect jobs by 2030. The industry seeks professionals skilled in UI/UX engineering, embedded electronics, and battery management systems. Cloud co….

India's workforce to increase to 457.62 mn by 2028: Report

  • India's workforce is set to expand, adding over 33 million workers by 2028. The tech industry will see significant growth, with 2.73 million new jobs driven by AI. Retail, manufacturing, education, and healthcare sectors will also experience job creation du….

Sterlite Technologies secures ₹2,600 crore BharatNet project in Jammu and Kashmir

  • Sterlite Technologies to implement an automation-led fibre deployment approach, utilising drone surveys, GIS mapping, and AI-led network design.

Meghalaya hosts impact assessment workshop to boost agricultural programming

  • The three-day workshop on “Impact Assessment & Capacity Building Workshop for Akashvani’s Kisanvani and Doordarshan’s Kisan and Krishi Darshan Programme Producers from the East Zone and North East Region” began on November 12 with an inaugural session at the ….

STEERLife and Callidus Research Laboratories Forge Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Innovative Drug Development

  • - STEERLife, a pioneer in pharmaceutical development technologies, and Callidus Research Laboratories, a formulation development services company with a wealth ....