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Mass layoffs at PwC after exodus of clients in China
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP is reducing staff in China due to declining revenue prospects and client exodus. Over 100 employees across Beijing, Shanghai, and other locations are being laid off. The firm faces regulatory scrutiny and client losses, prompting job inquiries from competitors. PwC's mainland China arm could face record fines and operational suspension.
No 'communication' from Sebi after initial inquiries: Quant MF
Quant schemes had liquid assets, which include large-cap stocks, T-bills, G-Secs, gold, and silver, worth approximately 53.5% of their total equity AUM, the asset manager said.
12 Lessons from Polls 2024
Lessons in governance and strategy for corporate India from the 2024 Elections and the formation of the third NDA government include the importance of competition, cooperation, feedback, communication, supply chain management, consumer knowledge, CEO dynamics, outsider directors, underdogs, and consistent performance.
NASA warns of powerful solar storm and blackouts. When it is likely to hit earth
A significant solar flare has been released by the Sun, peaking at X1.4, according to NASA Solar flares are intense bursts of radiation but cannot harm humans directly, impacting GPS and communication signals. The associated coronal mass ejection from Region 3697 is expected to enhance Earth’s magnetic field, leading to potential geomagnetic storms.
GCCs open multiple career opportunities for freshers
India's economy has experienced significant growth due to the establishment of global capability centres (GCCs), which benefit from the country's skilled workforce, low operational costs, and digitisation. These offshore units, set up by multinational corporations, centralise various business functions and operations to improve productivity, presenting numerous job and career advancement opportunities, especially for early career professionals.
Northern Lights, Aurora Borealis forecast: When will it occur again?
The present solar cycle is ideal for the formation of Auroras. The present solar cycle which began in 2019 will end in 2030. The solar activity will peak in 2025 and 2026.
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Biggest solar flare in 10 years hits Earth, more to come. Know about geomagnetic storms that disturb our planet
The X8.7 solar flare was seen blasting out of the active sunspot region of the Sun responsible for the recent solar weather. It also caused the dazzling display of Northern Lights that stretched across the nation on Friday night.
Powerful solar storm impacts Earth, says ISRO
A powerful solar storm from Sun's region AR13664 hit Earth in May 2024, causing disruptions to communication and GPS systems. ISRO reported an intense geomagnetic storm with X-class flares and Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs). The event, comparable to the historic Carrington event, led to trans-polar flight diversions. ISRO observed effects on the Ionosphere and radio wave reflection.
Huge Solar storm brings Northern Lights in the US and UK: When and where to watch
This weekend, a captivating celestial event awaits as a rare and powerful solar storm is set to grace both the United States and the United Kingdom with the dazzling Northern Lights.
Solar storm 2024, aurora lights, northern lights: How long these events will continue?
Solar storm 2024 has created stunning aurora lights and northern lights in last two days across the earth. Now, the question remains, how long these celestial event will persist?
Strong solar storm could disrupt communications and produce northern lights in US
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued a rare geometric storm watch - the first in nearly 20 years. The watch starts Friday and lasts all weekend.
Air India Express cancels 85 flights, issues ultimatum to striking employees
Following the termination of 30 crew members at Tata-owned Air India Express due to a mass sick leave protest, the airline has revealed plans for assistance from its sister carrier, Air India. According to a spokesperson, Air India will step in to operate on 20 routes of Air India Express, aiming to mitigate any inconvenience caused by the disruption. As a result of the sick leave protest, Air India Express had to cancel 74 flights on Thursday, significantly impacting flight operations for the week.
Protein powders: Top medical research body issues alert, says 'supplements don't increase muscles, are unnecessary & harmful'
India's top medical research bodies, ICMR and ICMR-NIN, issue dietary guidelines cautioning against protein supplements, citing potential harm. Debunking myths, they emphasize adequate protein intake from balanced diets, stating supplements don't significantly enhance muscle growth. The guidelines stress the risks of prolonged supplement use, advocating for a varied diet for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians to meet protein needs efficiently.
Early career promotion sounds juicy but learn how to digest it first
Young professionals are no longer waiting years for promotions, instead stepping up early in their careers. Early promotions offer skill development, confidence, and career advancement. Employers value leadership potential, problem-solving skills, adaptability, and market awareness. Challenges include workplace biases and maintaining work-life balance. Strategies for success include showcasing achievements, improving skills, taking risks, and building relationships.
'Not sex scandal, but mass rape': Rahul Gandhi hits out at JD(S) Prajwal Revanna
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has made serious allegations against JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, accusing him of mass rape and creating explicit videos. Meanwhile, Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara has issued a lookout circular for Revanna, who is currently abroad and has requested more time to appear before the Special Investigation Team (SIT). The SIT is considering its options, and another victim has come forward with a complaint against Revanna.
Rekha Jhunjhunwala cuts stake in this Tata group stock and 4 others
Jhunjhunwala owned about 1.8% stake in Tata Communications towards the end of December quarter, pared the stake in the company by 0.3%, bringing the overall holding to 1.6% at the end of March quarter.
Vistara cancels more than 45 flights as pilots report sick in mass
Vistara faced pilot shortages leading to the cancellation of over 45 flights, causing passenger dissatisfaction. Pilots reportedly reported sick due to discontent with new employment terms, affecting flight schedules. The airline's move to merge with Air India raised concerns among pilots about income reduction and seniority issues.
Cargo ship hits Baltimore's Key Bridge, bringing it down. Rescuers are looking for people in water
A container ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore early Tuesday, causing a section of the bridge to collapse into the river below. Several vehicles fell into the water, and rescuers are searching for survivors. The cause of the crash is unclear. The ship caught fire, and thick smoke billowed from it. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott called it "an unthinkable tragedy." Authorities are unsure how many people are in the water but may be looking for around seven individuals.
IIMC granted deemed-to-be-university status, empowered to award degrees
The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has been granted the status of a deemed university, allowing it to award degrees. The declaration extends to IIMC's regional campuses in Jammu, Amravati, Aizawl, Kottayam, and Dhenkanal. With this new status, IIMC can offer doctoral degrees. It is also the training academy for Indian Information Service officers. The UGC declared IIMC as a Deemed to be University, and the institute expressed its commitment to promoting education, training, and research in mass communication.
Trump's second-term agenda: revenge, trade wars, mass deportations
Trump has suggested the imposition of a 10% tariff on all imported goods into the United States, asserting that this measure would eradicate the trade deficit. Critics, however, argue that such a move could result in elevated prices for American consumers and potential global economic instability.
View: Usher in a new space race
Satellite spectrum, too, should be treated as a public utility, that too international by its very nature, connecting the unconnected to the world, fostering innovation and ushering in a new space race. GoI’s decision to recommend administrative spectrum for satellite communication in the Telecom Bill of 2023, passed in Lok Sabha last week, thus settles this long debate in this fractious sector and dials in a new era.
US and China race to shield secrets from quantum computers
Militaries would see their long-term plans and intelligence gathering exposed to enemies. Businesses could have their intellectual property swiped. People's health records would be laid bare.
Powerful solar flare knocks out radio communications. All about solar storms and their effects on Earth
NASA has captured the brightly colored imagery of a fiery flash on the sun’s surface, the phenomenon known as a Coronal Mass Ejection. It has already knocked out some radio communication on Earth for a short time on Thursday. Know how it may hit the Earth further and affect our lives soon.
Biggest solar flare in years temporarily disrupts radio signals on Earth
Multiple pilots reported communication disruptions, with the impact felt across the country, said the government's Space Weather Prediction Centre.
NASA warns solar storm may hit earth on November 30, can disrupt mobile communications
Solar storms typically disrupt radio and GPS signals. As a potent eruption of plasma and magnetic fields from the sun's corona, a CME can interact with Earth's magnetic field and ionosphere, leading to geomagnetic storms and auroras.
Solar Storms: Sun's increased activity sparks concerns of geomagnetic storms approaching Earth
Recent heightened solar activity, marked by increased sunspots and frequent coronal mass ejections (CMEs), presents a potential collision between these CMEs and Earth. These massive CMEs, ejecting billions of tons of material at speeds up to 3000 km/s, originate from the Sun's core. They can cause disruptions termed geomagnetic storms, graded on a G1 to G5 scale. Although a G1 storm poses minimal direct threats to life, it may impact power grids, GPS, and satellite operations.
Gaza communications blackout ends, giving rise to hope for the resumption of critical aid deliveries
Israel has signalled plans to expand its offensive south while continuing operations in the north, including Gaza City, where troops were still searching the territory's biggest hospital, Shifa, for traces of a Hamas command centre that Israel alleges was located under the building — a claim Hamas and the hospital staff deny.
UN stops delivery of food and supplies to Gaza as communications blackout hinders aid coordination
Israel announced that it will allow for the first time two tanker trucks of fuel daily into Gaza for the U.N. and communications systems. The amount is about half of what the U.N. said it needs to conduct lifesaving functions for hundreds of thousands of people in Gaza, including fueling water systems, hospitals, bakeries and its trucks delivering aid.
Gaza info blackout 'risks providing cover for mass atrocities': HRW
Internet access and the phone network were completely cut across the Gaza Strip on Friday, nearly three weeks after Israel began bombarding the enclave following an armed attack by Hamas militants that Israeli officials say killed at least 1,400 people, mostly civilians.
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