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Live mannequin display of woman at Dubai mall sparks debate over ethical marketing: Viral Video
A Dubai clothing store, Manto Bride, sparked controversy by employing a live model, Angelina, to pose as a mannequin at its storefront in Dubai Festival City Mall. The stunt, which Angelina shared on Instagram and TikTok, quickly went viral, amassing hundreds of thousands of views and generating mixed reactions online. Critics labeled the display as "inhuman" and "modern-day slavery," while others praised it as innovative marketing.
J-K on verge of becoming success story among Indian states: LG Manoj Sinha
Lt Governor Manoj Sinha highlighted Jammu and Kashmir's potential as a key success story in India and a socio-economic global model. Meeting Eliska Zigova, Czech Republic's Ambassador to India, at Raj Bhawan, they discussed investment opportunities in sectors like industries, tourism, start-ups, handloom, handicrafts, food processing, agriculture, and allied areas. Sinha emphasized 'historic and transformative changes' under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, inviting Czech trade and business leaders to explore these opportunities.
New PPI model in works, govt working on WPI base revision: DPIIT secretary
The industry department has developed a new Producer Price Index (PPI) model to better capture input prices, shared with the IMF, according to DPIIT Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. Moving towards PPI, consultations with MoSPI and necessary procedural clearances are ongoing, though no timeline has been provided.
How Sebi action will impact profits of discount stock broking firms like Zerodha and Groww
Market regulator Sebi mandated in its July 1 circular uniform brokerage charges that are not based on volumes. Due to this, tech-first brokers are staring at impact on valuations. Platforms like Shoonya and Mstock charge zero brokerage fees, and they are bracing for impact from Sebi's instructions. Venture fund-backed startups like Groww, Upstox, Zerodha and listed discount broker Angel One will also have to start charging their customers.
Tesla cars for first time on Chinese government purchase list
Tesla's Model Y has been included in a list of electric and plug-in hybrid models that local governments in China can purchase as service cars. This is the first time Tesla's cars have been eligible for government purchases in China. The Jiangsu provincial government published 56 batches of new energy vehicle procurements for use as service cars by party, government, and public organizations.
What is the value proposition of a CNG bike vs EV & ICE models? Bajaj Auto’s Rakesh Sharma answers
An average customer earning Rs 30,000 to Rs 40,000 per month can expect to save about Rs 1,500 per month by using CNG as a fuel. Also, CNG, while still a carbon-based fuel, has far less carbon content, and to that extent, it is much more beneficial from an environmental point of view than diesel or petrol, says Rakesh Sharma, ED, Bajaj Auto.
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Sebi diktat: Big impact if brokerages do not change their revenue model: Ajay Kejriwal
The Sebi diktat on differential offerings could impact profit in the range of say 2% to 5% minimum to up to 30%. So, depending on the brokerage model, what they are offering, and what kind of model they are retaining. So the brokerage houses will have to tweak their models, says Ajay Kejriwal, CEO, Choice Equity Broking.
US allies allege China is developing attack drones for Russia
Chinese and Russian companies are collaborating to develop an attack drone similar to Iran’s Shahed model, which has been used extensively by Russia in Ukraine, according to European officials. The companies began developing and testing this drone in 2023, preparing it for shipment to Russia. This move signifies a potential shift towards providing lethal aid, which Western officials have warned against. Despite Beijing's portrayal of neutrality, U.S. officials have expressed concerns about China’s indirect support for Russia through components and dual-use technologies. China's embassy in the U.S. denied providing weapons, urging dialogue and peace instead.
Corporates embrace more flexibility amidst the hybrid work model
About 30% of occupiers are expected to expand their use of flexible office space over the next 12 months, while 17% are likely to consolidate their offices into fewer locations, CBRE said in its latest ‘2024 India Office Occupier Survey’.
Tesla deliveries set to fall for second straight quarter
The company is expected to deliver 438,019 vehicles for the April to June period, according to an average estimate based on forecasts from 12 analysts polled by LSEG, seven of whom slashed their expectations in the past three months. The EV maker is expected to announce the results on Tuesday.
Natasa Stankovic continues to evade congratulating Hardik Pandya on T20 victory, shares chic look on Instagram
Later, the actress provided an update but still chose not to address or mention the victory. She posted a carousel of photos on Instagram, featuring herself in a white cropped shirt, gray striped pants, and holding a designer mini bag, with the caption "fit check."
Samsung India research unit adds Hindi to Galaxy AI, ramps up tech for rest
Samsung's cutting-edge Hindi AI model for Galaxy AI integrates colloquialisms, conversational speech data, and English word mix handling. The development showcases meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a seamless user experience. This advancement underscores Samsung's commitment to linguistic innovation and diverse language support, setting a new standard in AI technology.
IMD plans 3 more radars in Delhi-NCR to improve forecasting capability
In the next two to three years, Delhi-NCR will receive three more Doppler radars, a flood warning model, additional weather stations, and rain gauges to enhance weather forecasting, as announced by IMD chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra. He clarified that recent heavy rains were not a cloudburst but approached the threshold, attributing the extreme weather event to multiple monsoonal systems and thermodynamic instability.
Is Hardik Pandya-Natasa Stankovic marriage over? Serbian model refuses to congratulate husband post T20 WC win on Instagram
Stankovic's silence on Instagram, where she did not congratulate her husband or his team members, has fueled ongoing rumors of their potential separation. These speculations have intensified, particularly after fans noticed Natasa had removed the 'Pandya' surname from her Instagram handle. Hardik and Natasa, who wed in May 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown, have a 3-year-old son named Agastya Pandya.
Baidu launches upgraded AI model, says user base hits 300 million
The new model will be accessible to the public via web and mobile app interfaces, with developers able to integrate the technology through Baidu's Qianfan AI platform, the company's Chief Technology Officer Wang Haifeng said at a corporate event.
AI companies train language models on YouTube's archive − making private videos a privacy risk
Exploring the intricate nexus of big tech self-regulation, privacy concerns, and legal safeguards in AI development underscores the imperative for ethical AI model training and deployment.
No more licensed biz, Paytm to focus on distribution model
Digital payments major Paytm wants to stay away from getting into any regulated businesses and would rather focus on building distribution heft. The senior leadership have taken a conscious call to not go after regulatory licenses but rather work with licenced entities and distribute products better.
OpenAI signs multi-year content deal with Time magazine
In response to user queries, the chatbot will cite and link back to the original source on Time.com, the companies added in a statement. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announces International airport at Hosur
The Tamil Nadu government will build a new international airport in Hosur for socio-economic development altogether in Hosur, Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri districts, Chief Minister MK Stalin announced in an assembly on Thursday.
AI's hunger for power can be tamed
Tech firms investing in AI must prioritize energy-efficient algorithms to combat environmental impact and rising power consumption, shifting away from current energy-intensive models towards more sustainable practices.
New mineral fund rules restrictive: Chhattisgarh government
Chhattisgarh government red-flags new District Mineral Foundation guidelines, citing potential misuse of funds meant for people affected by mining activities.
Experts weigh in with 'infra for online exams', UPSC model
Experts suggest building an online infrastructure and examining the model of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for conducting prelims and mains examinations. They suggest using artificial intelligence and question banks to reduce the chances of leakage. Former UPSC chairman Deepak Gupta emphasized the importance of assessing medical fraternity members who focus on multiple choice questions.
One CM, 2 Deputy CMs BJP's new model
BJP's strategy of appointing two deputies for chief ministers in big states helps balance caste equations, starting from Uttar Pradesh and expanding to Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.
Fund released for farmers was due month ago, PM Modi did no special favour to them: Congress
Congress criticizes PM Modi for delayed release of PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi fund, calling it farmers' legitimate entitlement. Demand for legal MSP, farm loan waiver to benefit farmers.
Fund released for farmers was due month ago, PM Modi did no special favour to them: Congress
Taking charge as prime minister in his third term, Modi on Monday signed his first file authorising the release of the 17th instalment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi fund, amounting to nearly Rs 20,000 crore that will benefit around 9.3 crore farmers.
Tesla to recall 1.25 lakh vehicles over faulty seat belt warning system
Tesla is recalling 125,227 vehicles in the U.S. due to a malfunction in the seat belt warning system, increasing collision injury risks, the NHTSA reported. Affected models include 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y. Tesla will issue an over-the-air software update in June.
SC refuses to entertain BJP plea challenging Calcutta HC order on ads against TMC
The petition was dismissed as withdrawn as a bench of justices JK Maheshwari and KV Viswanathan said it was not inclined to interfere with the Calcutta High Court order. Significantly, the bench verbally observed that prima facie the advertisements issued were "disparaging".
Karnataka govt to pay Rs 80 lakh hotel bill of PM Modi's stay in Mysuru: Minister
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre announced state government will pay PM Modi's Rs 80 lakh hotel bill for his visit to Mysuru to mark 50 years of Project Tiger, amid Model Code of Conduct restrictions, resolving the issue of the threatened legal action by the hotel.
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