GOLD FIELDS
All that glitters is gold: Athletics biggest gainer in govt funding for Paris Olympics preparations
According to official data from the Sports Authority of India's (SAI) Mission Olympic Cell (MOC), which is available with PTI, the government has spent a whopping Rs 96.08 crore for athletics.
Revitalize gold and copper: India's path to mineral independence and economic growth
Gold prices surged due to global instability, while copper demand increased with Industry 4.0. India imports 95% of both. Privatizing PSUs like Hutti Gold Mines, KGF, Hindustan Copper, could boost production and jobs. FY24 imports were 795t gold, 2.2mn tonnes copper. Exploration reveals KGF's rare earth potential. PSUs need investment, tech, and professional management to revive.
For gold medal athletes, you need gold medal administrators also, says IIS CEO Rushdee Warley
Rushdee Warely, CEO of the Inspire Institute of Sport, compares his role to that of a conductor leading an ensemble of staff. The high-performance centre in Karnataka supports athletes across various disciplines with international standard infrastructure. Warely's professional background and vision have led to the success of producing international medalists and preparing athletes for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Radhika Merchant dazzles in Manish Malhotra's real gold embroidered vidai lehenga
Radhika Merchant, wife of Anant Ambani, stunned in Manish Malhotra's design styled by Rhea Kapoor at her vidai. Her lehenga featured gold embroidery, Banarasi dupatta, and legacy jewellery styled by Dolly Jain. The newlywed donned a traditional ivory and red lehenga by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla for her wedding.
Budget 2024: AMFI urges tax concessions for debt mutual funds, releases 16-point proposal
The Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) has released 16-point proposal for Union Budget FY 2024-25 requesting tax concessions in debt mutual funds, parity in taxation on gold and Gold ETF MF, and that all mutual funds should be allowed to launch pension oriented MF schemes with uniform tax treatment as National Pension System (NPS).
NASA satellite GOLD makes startling discovery. What are these X- and C-shaped formations around Earth? Details here
NASA's GOLD satellite discovered unexpected shapes in Earth's ionosphere, challenging existing beliefs and emphasizing the need for further study.
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Sable, Jena up against world-class field in Paris Diamond League in tune-up to Olympics
Top Indian 3000m steeplechaser Avinash Sable and javelin thrower Kishore Jena aim to sharpen their Olympic preparations at the Paris leg of the Diamond League, with Neeraj Chopra withdrawing due to injury. Sable seeks redemption after past setbacks, facing tough competition including Kenyan Abraham Kibiwot. Jena, battling ankle pain, will challenge top throwers like Jakub Vadlejch and Arshad Nadeem. Both athletes strive to excel in the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.
Neeraj Chopra: Indian farmer's son who made Olympic history
Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic javelin gold medalist, returns to defend his title in Paris after making history in Tokyo 2021. Hailing from a farming background, Chopra's success inspired youth across rural India to take up javelin. With multiple accolades including a world championship, Asian Games, and Commonwealth Games golds, Chopra remains humble and driven. His personal best is 89.94m, aiming for over 90m amidst tough competition like Germany's Max Dehning. Despite fame, Chopra stays grounded, embodying the spirit of a "man of the people."
US Olympic track and field trials 2024 weekend schedule: Noah Lyles, Sha'Carri Richardson to be seen in action, how to watch live
The road to Paris Olympics 2024 is closing in steadily with Noah Lyles, Sha'Carri Richardson to be be seen in action this final weekend at the iconic Haywire Field. Multiple Olympic berths will be up for grabs during the final two days of this Olympic track and field trials.
The US Olympic track and field trials reaches halfway mark: Players who made it to Paris
The US Olympic track and field trials are currently underway and right now almost half way done. These trials have helped us recognize some American stars who are sure medal contenders, while also witnessing a few heartbreaks of players who couldn't make it by a whisker.
USA's Usain Bolt! Meet Noah Lyles who is America's best hope to win Gold at Paris Olympics 2024
USA sprinter Noah Lyles has hogged limelight ahead of Paris Olympics 2024. He has his eyes on the great Usain Bolt's records.
US Track & Field Olympic Trials 2024: Schedule, Top contenders, where to watch
Representing the United States at the world stage is almost every athlete in the country's dream and some of them will finally be able to fulfil their heart's desires as the 2024 US Track & Field Olympic Trials begins. Nearly a thousand participants will be seen at the Trials amongst whom a handful will be selected for the upcoming Paris Olympics scheduled this year.
Neeraj Chopra wins gold in aavo Nurmi Games in Finland, clears fitness concerns
Neeraj Chopra won gold at the Paavo Nurmi Games in Finland, expressing contentment with his fitness for the Paris Olympics despite falling short of his personal best throw. The 26-year-old, India's only first track-and-field Olympic gold medalist, overcame an adductor injury to achieve a winning throw of 85.97m. Chopra plans to maintain his health and seek medical advice to address recurring adductor issues. He is training in Germany and will have potential sessions in Turkey before the upcoming Olympic Games.
AI 'Gold Rush' for chatbot training data could run out of human-written text
AI systems such as ChatGPT may soon face a scarcity of online data that fuels their intelligence growth. A study by Epoch AI predicted a depletion in the publicly available training data within the next decade, likening it to a "literal gold rush" and raising concerns about the sustainability of AI advancement. Tech giants are racing to secure quality data sources, with future options potentially involving sensitive private data or synthetic data generated by AI.
Sarabjot Singh shoots gold at Munich World Cup
Sarabjot Singh secured India's first gold at the ISSF World Cup in the men's 10m air pistol event, outshooting top competitors with a score of 242.7 in the final. He narrowly edged out Bu Shuaihang of China. The 22-year-old's stellar performance, marked by consistent shooting and nerve under pressure, earned him his second individual ISSF World Cup medal.
We continue to expect CAGR of 20% and 20% ROE this year: VP Nandakumar, Manappuram Finance
Manappuram Finance MD, VP Nandakumar, remains unaffected by RBI regulations, with strong profitability and 19% AUM growth. NIMs fell to 15%. Nandkumar says: "We have a level playing field even when we introduced that. So, it has not affected the business negatively. We are right on track as far as our guidance is concerned."
Neeraj Chopra clarifies: Not injured, withdrawal from Golden Spike meet a precautionary move
Neeraj Chopra withdraws from Ostrava Golden Spike meet as a precaution due to adductor discomfort, prioritizing fitness for Tokyo Olympics. He will attend as a guest, with Julian Weber replacing him at the event.
Mercedes-Maybach, 7 kg gold and diamonds: Actor Kangana declares assets worth over Rs 90 cr; debt stands at Rs 17 cr
Actor Kangana Ranaut, gearing up for her debut Lok Sabha polls from Mandi in Himachal Pradesh, has disclosed assets totaling nearly Rs 91 crore. The official affidavit further states that she holds approximately Rs 2 lakh in cash. Here are the notable highlights from Kangana's asset declaration. Kangana's affidavit reveals her collection of luxury cars, listing four vehicles under her ownership. These include a Mercedes-Maybach valued at Rs 3.9 crore, a BMW priced at Rs 98.25 lakh, a Mercedes Benz costing Rs 58.65 lakh, and a Vespa scooter.
We want to score more field goals: Craig Fulton, head coach, Indian men’s hockey team
Coach Fulton shares insights on team adjustments, performance improvements, and challenges faced in Olympics preparation. Emphasizes the importance of balancing squad rotation, building depth, and preparing for top opposition in upcoming events for Paris Olympics.
RBI cautions banks on gold loan disbursals through fintech startups
RBI cautions banks on gold loan disbursement concerns through fintechs like Rupeek, IndiaGold, and Oro Money. Banks evaluating next steps post IIFL Finance issue. Asset quality improved at Rupeek, with partnerships with Federal Bank, Indian Bank, and South Indian Bank.
Crypto gold rush: Cryptos to buy before they continue rocketing in value
Top cryptos like KangaMoon (KANG), Solana (SOL), BNB (BNB), Core (CORE), and NEAR Protocol (NEAR) show potential for significant price surges, with KANG leading in community growth and P2E market targeting.
CMS Info Systems to enter gold logistics, loan collection services
CMS Info Systems plans to expand into gold logistics and retail loan repayments collection, having already piloted these ventures. With over Rs 2,000 crore revenue in fiscal 2023, CMS aims for incremental growth. The company sees potential in India's formalizing bullion sector and the evolving lending ecosystem. It has collaborated with major clients and institutions for its pilot programs. Confident in delivering revenue targets, CMS anticipates upper-half performance in its revenue target range of Rs 2,500-2,700 crore for fiscal 2025.
Olympic sports bodies criticize track and field's move to pay USD 50,000 for Paris gold medalists
World Athletics faces criticism for offering USD 50,000 per gold medal at Paris Olympics, with President Coe pledging USD 2.4 million. ASOIF disapproves, questioning the values of Olympism. Concerns raised about IOC presidential contest and impact on athletes' endorsements.
Consider these meme coins to buy while gold & silver prices soar
Meme coins like KangaMoon, Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Book of Meme, Pepe, and Dogwifhat are gaining popularity among traders seeking alternatives to gold and silver. These coins show strong growth potential and unique characteristics in the cryptocurrency market.
Why are Nike's new 2024 Olympic uniforms causing stir online?
Nike is facing flak for a uniform that Team USA's track and field members may don during the Paris Olympics. Apart from netizens, professional runners have also commented on the controversy.
In a first, athletes to get around Rs 42 lakh for winning gold medal in Paris Olympics
World Athletics has announced a groundbreaking decision to award prize money to Olympic track and field athletes for the first time. Gold medalists at the Paris Olympics will receive $50,000 each, with payments for silver and bronze medalists starting from the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. This move marks a significant departure from the traditional amateur status of the Olympics and reflects a broader trend in sports towards recognizing athletes' contributions and achievements.
How this 640 gm gold nugget was accidentally discovered in a field? May have fallen off a train
A 67-year-old treasure hunter made a remarkable discovery near Much Wenlock in Shropshire, unearthing England's largest-ever gold nugget weighing 64.8 grams, named 'Hiro’s Nugget' after his wife. Despite arriving late and facing technical issues, Brock's persistence led to this significant find about 5-6 inches underground. The nugget, valued between £30,000 and £40,000, failed to sell at auction despite initial bids of £12,000. Brock's intention to share proceeds with the landowner reflects fairness in his treasure hunting.
With winnability as BJP's criterion, 10 sitting MPs of Rajasthan jittery about getting repeated
The BJP has fielded new faces on seven Lok Sabha seats in the first list of 15 out of 25 Lok Sabha seats of Rajasthan, leaving the fate of the remaining 10 incumbent MPs in balance. The party high command's feedback on winnability is crucial for all the seats.
Green Gold: How vegetable farming can bolster India's economic health
Vegetable farming in India has the potential to boost the country's GDP and overall economic health. With shorter growth cycles, multiple harvests, and higher profit margins, vegetable farming offers advantages over traditional field crops. The rising demand for fresh and nutritious vegetables, both domestically and internationally, presents export opportunities. Vegetable farming also promotes sustainability, creates jobs, diversifies agriculture, and encourages the adoption of sustainable farming practices.
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