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Reliance Industries starts testing country's first smart television operating system
Reliance Industries is beta testing its Android-based Jio TV OS for a Diwali launch. Competing with Samsung and LG, it will run 4K TVs under BPL and Reconnect, announced by Akash Ambani. Licensing deals and JioCinema integration drive revenue. Jio TV OS is open source. Bug fixes are ongoing amid market trends showing a decline in small-screen TV demand.
Fancy a career in gaming? Check out the in-demand roles, skills and more
Video games have evolved from mere leisure activities to lucrative career options, driven by technological advancements and increased accessibility. The industry demands skilled professionals like developers, designers, and testers. Various courses and certifications cater to these roles, enhancing employability. Essential skills include proficiency in game engines, programming languages, and soft skills like creativity and communication.
Transform your CX with G7 CR's disruptive approach towards customer experience
G7 CR Technologies, a Noventiq company, revolutionizes unified customer experience in the tech industry, driving business transformation and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Skills minister Jayant Chaudhary calls for a renewed focus on ITIs
Skills Development Minister Jayant Chaudhary emphasized revitalizing Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and advocated for blended learning approaches at ITIs and National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs). At a review meeting of the Directorate General of Training (DGT), he underscored enhancing industry collaboration through flexible partnerships and dual training systems. Chaudhary highlighted the modernization of ITIs with updated infrastructure, relevant curricula aligned with market needs, and specialized training programs.
View: India's pharma giants set sights on superior quality standards
India, known as the 'pharmacy of the world,' ranks third in global drug production and supplies vaccines to over 200 countries. With a target to reach $120-130 billion by 2030, maintaining high quality is crucial. Focus areas include robust investigations, skilled workforce development, and embedding quality in product development. India faces increased scrutiny from global regulators, necessitating adherence to stringent quality standards. Recent moves by CDSCO aim to streamline drug export licensing. Upholding quality is key for India's pharmaceutical industry to remain a reliable global supplier.
Enhance collaboration with industry to increase effectiveness of apprenticeship: MSDE minister Jayant Chaudhary
During a comprehensive review of the skilling schemes with the top ministry officials, Chuadhary reiterated on providing quality skill training to the youth, across the country, with a special focus on marginalized communities, backward areas, and new-age market relevant skills, the ministry of skills development and entrepreneurship (MSDE) said in a statement.
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IT Minister’s back, policy honchos hope data rules will allay sector’s concerns
The re-appointment of Ashwini Vaishnaw as the minister of electronics and information technology has sparked hopes for continued dialogue between the industry, technology policy groups, and the government before the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules are enforced. The government aims to build on the policy work done so far, including drafts for the Digital India Bill and safeguards for AI.
I want to be one of the nicest guys they knew: Titan MD CK Venkataraman
Titan MD CK Venkataraman, who has been MD of Titan and Tanishq for four years, shares his experience in balancing the interests of various stakeholders, securing employee buy-in, and life after Titan. He explains that most decisions are about optimising stakeholder interest, but dealing with strong personalities with contrasting views is crucial.
Trai reviewing norms for inactive landline and mobile connections, seeks feedback
The telecom regulator is seeking input on defining inactive landline and mobile connections as part of a discussion paper for a revised national numbering plan. It also seeks industry suggestions on reusing numbering resources from inactive connections.
Lok Sabha results googly may unsettle Indian companies unfamiliar with coalition pitch
Post-election, certain Indian businesses face uncertainty after years of stability under Modi's single-party majority. Concerns arise about decision-making and reforms as BJP's weaker mandate shifts dynamics. Industry veterans note silence from typically vocal business leaders, who now await potential changes in the new cabinet amid speculations about Modi's altered work style.
“EORS is going to be a game changer”: Uptownie’s Co-Founder Shivani Agarwal on the fashion brand’s partnership with Myntra
Myntra, a popular e-commerce platform, offers a vast selection of women's western wear, including trendy tops. Uptownie, a well-loved brand on Myntra, provides affordable and trendy fashion for Indian consumers. The ongoing End Of Reason Sale on Myntra presents great deals on Uptownie's viral products.
What should investors do with their portfolios now? Samir Arora answers
But the same government also on the margin may change a little, little bit as feedback from the fact that their results are disappointing. But beyond a little bit here or there, what exactly will change and also at the index level, instead of stock A, stock B will do well, that is how life is.
RBI, payment industry meet discusses contours of new draft PA guidelines
The digital payments industry representatives met with senior officials of the Reserve Bank of India to share their feedback on the recently released draft guidelines for payment aggregators. This comes when US payment giant Stripe seems to be withdrawing from the domestic payments market in India.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi' star Sharmin Segal finally responds to trolls: 'I gave my all to Alamzeb's character'
Sharmin Segal, star of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, has addressed the criticism and trolling she faced for her performance. In a recent interview, Segal emphasized the importance of acknowledging both positive and negative feedback, stating that it helps her grow as an actor. Despite initially avoiding comments and reviews, she now engages with the audience's opinions, appreciating the love and constructive criticism.
Recommendation letters can give freshers more visibility in a crowded hiring market
Recommendation letters can be valuable for early career professionals in enhancing job applications. They offer a personalized touch, validate skills, and help candidates stand out in competitive markets.
The new ChatGPT offers a lesson in AI hype
OpenAI highlighted ChatGPT-4o's improved reasoning abilities but tests showed mixed results. The bot struggled with logic puzzles like the Where's Waldo? puzzle and made errors in reasoning.
Mukesh Ambani's fintech juggernaut starts rolling: The road ahead
Ambani's latest fintech business under Jio Financial Servics Ltd (JFSL) aims to ride on extensive consumer network as well the data Reliance has acquired. The tracks that consumers leave while shopping and using Reliance products and services will form a strong databank for JFSL.
'Broadcasting policy must exclude OTT, online gaming and music': Stakeholders to TRAI
Media and entertainment industry stakeholders are urging the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to confine its recommendations on the National Broadcasting Policy (NBP) solely to matters within the broadcasting sector. They advocate for the exclusion of non-broadcasting concerns such as OTT, online gaming, film, and music, citing that these areas fall outside TRAI's jurisdiction.
India has sufficient domestic tyre capacity; imports must not be liberalised through free trade pacts: ATMA
ATMA in India opposes FTAs liberalizing tyre imports, with adequate manufacturing capacity. Calls to safeguard domestic industry from duty concessions. Rs 2,000 crore worth of tyres imported in FY24 despite domestic industry's capacity. Leading manufacturers invest Rs 35,000 crore in capacity expansion, technology upgrades, and R&D. Domestic tyre industry employs over 5 lakh people and supports 10 lakh rubber growers.
Novelis may go for up to $1.5 billion IPO in June
The wholly-owned subsidiary of Hindalco Industries intends to list its shares on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “NVL”.
Hero MotoCorp’s market cap reaches Rs 1 lakh crore
Hero MotoCorp’s market cap stood at Rs 100,803.27 crore at the close on the BSE on Tuesday, just behind TVS Motor Company, which had a market cap of Rs 101,390.72 crore. Investors have been upbeat on the stock on the back of the company’s focus on premium and electric vehicle segments.
'Srikanth' review: Rajkummar Rao's performance wins netizens' hearts; check what Twitter is saying
Rajkummar Rao's latest film, 'Srikanth,' directed by Tushar Hiranandani, has gained attention for portraying the inspiring life of industrialist Srikanth Bolla. Despite a mixed initial response, the film has received positive feedback, especially on Twitter, where fans praise Rao's 'award-winning' performance. Gems Of Music highlighted the music's excellence, while other users lauded the film's direction and impactful writing. Actor Suriya Sivakumar termed it a "beautiful rollercoaster ride," emphasizing its emotional impact and themes of resilience.
India needs financial risk coverage for commercial space launch industry
As space launches face more failures, communication issues, and debris threats, space insurance has become a recognised high-risk market. With India's growing space industry, the need for financial safeguards against launch risks is becoming increasingly crucial.
Kimitec from Spain joins hands with FIL industries to transform apple fruit industry in India
The partnership aims to transform the horticulture sector in India with a focus on apples and on opportunities in the area of agro-waste management. They will work towards creation of a circular economy for bio-stimulants and smart fertilisers derived from such processes. India will be the largest producer of Bio-waste in 2030 and the FIL-Kimitec partnership, Chabierski says, will focus to work with on upcycling waste management.
Ministry seeks feedback on coal gasification scheme by Mar 20
Ministry of Coal seeks feedback for coal gasification plants in India, allocating Rs 8,500 crore. Categories include PSUs, private sector, demonstration projects. National Coal Gasification Mission aims to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030. Government actively engaged in clean coal initiatives.
View: The dodgy art of getting only positive feedback
With the television boom at the turn of the century, Indian news channels began sending reporters to theatres to get viewers' reactions as they emerged from early shows of a film. These 'vox pops' are an innocuous exercise. With the advent of social media, however, came the bizarre trend of news websites assigning journalists to do what are called 'live reviews' from movie halls.
Battling job rejection? Here are some expert tips to bounce back stronger
The reasons could be many. In fact, the rejection may not even have anything to do with you. A company’s budget, expectations regarding a role, internal hiring, and numerous other factors can influence the employer’s decision.
Feedback is a thing of past, feedforward to now lead employees and organisations
Elaborating on the reason for the widespread adoption of this management method, Lokesh Nigam, Co-founder and Director of Kognoz, a technology-driven people consulting company, says that managers prefer feedforward to feedback because it is more future-oriented, solution-focused and collaborative. In his opinion, feedforward encourages open communication and continual learning and development by providing positive suggestions for potential actions.
The Art of Listening: How CXOs Harness Customer Feedback for Growth
As a result of shifting consumer dynamics, the CXO job has considerably changed. In the past, supervising customer service and seeing to it that customers' urgent requirements were satisfied were the main focuses of this position. However, as organizations came to understand the value of a comprehensive strategy for improving the customer experience, the CFO's duties grew.
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