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Red Lobster restaurants still open amid bankruptcy scare: Active outlets, special deals, all you need to know
Red Lobster is a household name when it comes to mega restaurant chains across the entire United States. However, the organization is currently suffering a major setback as it has recently filed for bankruptcy, immediately putting hundreds of their outlets at a risk of closing down, giving food enthusiasts a massive jolt.
Prince Harry in search of permanent UK home. Will he ultimately return? This is what we know
Prince Harry is looking for different homes in the UK. He gave up his house in Frogmore Cottage last year and hasn't had a permanent place to stay in London since then.
South China Sea: Why are China and Philippines tensions heating up?
An escalating diplomatic row and maritime incidents between China and the Philippines have heightened tensions in the South China Sea. China's assertive claims over disputed features within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone, despite an international court ruling against them, have led to confrontations, including dangerous encounters at sea. International condemnation of China's actions has prompted the Philippines to adopt a firm stance and seek support from allies like the United States and Japan, while refraining from invoking the Mutual Defense Treaty to avoid escalating the conflict.
Payment for imported software not royalty, rules SC
A bench of Justices BR Gavai, BV Nagarathna and Pankaj Mithal rejected a batch of review petitions filed by the Commissioner of Income Tax both on merits as well as on the grounds of delay. This means tax liability of foreign software seller without a permanent establishment in India would reduce to the 2% equalisation levy introduced via Finance Act 2020 from the 10%-15% royalty tax, which the Indian buyer has hitherto been liable to withhold.
Exclusive: Startups under I-T scanner again; payments startups & processing charges
Indian startups are under scrutiny from the income-tax department over the funding that they’ve raised. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
There are no permanent enemies in politics, says Dushyant Chautala
Former Haryana Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala criticized the Modi government, stating the Opposition lacks strategy for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. In an interview, he discussed the JJP's alliance with BJP, farmers' issues, and the Congress' internal conflicts, suggesting Rahul Gandhi lacks leadership qualities.
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Philippines summons China envoy over standoff, dares Beijing to seek arbitration
The Philippines has summoned China's envoy to protest against "aggressive actions" in the South China Sea, accusing China's coastguard of using water cannon against a civilian boat supplying troops at the Second Thomas Shoal. The Philippines accused China's coastguard of damaging the boat and injuring some crew members. The Philippines has called China's interference in its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) unacceptable and demanded Chinese vessels leave the area.
Green Card approval rate drops to record lows as Indians face a wait of more than a century
Only 3% of green card applicants in the US are expected to get permanent status in FY 2024, leading to a backlog of 34.7 million pending applications. The Green Card Lottery has a declining win rate, and the family-sponsored and employment-based immigration systems face challenges.
India asks US to make domestic H-1B visa renewals permanent, ease visas for traders & investors
India has asked the US to simpliy procedures and fast-track processing for timely visas. India also urged the US to establish a permanent system for H-1B visa renewal and address challenges faced by domestic businesses. A pilot program for H-1B visa renewal within the US is set to begin, excluding dependents.
Dead by Daylight Codes for January 2024: Here’s how to get free benefits
Discover active Dead by Daylight codes for January 2024, offering rewards like Bloodpoints, Charms, and Cosmetics. Redeem easily using the provided guide to enhance your gameplay.
Google to shut ‘Important’ tab in Files app soon, permanently delete documents
The feature was introduced last year and was exclusively available for devices in India that hold critical documents, like government IDs.
Manipur government announces permanent housing scheme for displaced families
The officials said that approximately 4800 to 5000 houses have been reported to have been destroyed in valley and hilly areas of Manipur.
One Nation, One Student ID: What is APAAR, how to make an ID, and should parents, students be concerned?
Each individual will possess a unique APAAR ID, linked to the Academic Bank Credit (ABC), a digital repository housing information about the credits earned by students throughout their educational journey. With the APAAR ID, students can digitally store all their certificates and credits, whether obtained through formal education or informal learning. When a student completes a course or accomplishes a milestone, it receives digital certification and is securely stored by authorized institutions.
TSMC expects permanent US approval to supply chip tools to its China factory
Last October, the Biden administration published a sweeping set of export controls, including a measure to cut off China from certain semiconductor chips made anywhere in the world with US tools, vastly expanding the reach of a bid to slow Beijing's technological and military advances.
I fully understand India's aspirations: UN Secretary General on New Delhi's bid for permanent membership of UNSC
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres stated that he understands India's desire to become a permanent member of the UN Security Council, but emphasized that the decision lies with member countries. He believes that the Security Council should be adjusted to reflect the realities of today's world, as the current composition represents the post-World War II era.
Philippines accuses China Coast Guard of firing water cannon at its boats
Since taking power in June 2022, however, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos has insisted he will not let China trample on his country's rights in the sea, and has gravitated towards the United States as he seeks to strengthen defence ties. Tensions between Manila and Beijing flared earlier this year after a Chinese coast guard vessel allegedly used a military-grade laser against a Philippine coast guard boat near Second Thomas Shoal.
EV startup Oben Electric raises $4.9 million in funding
The funding will help Oben Electric increase production capacity to 1,00,000 units per year at its 3.5-acre manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, and expand distribution, per a statement.
Exclusive: Reliance JioMart fires 1,000, a bigger layoff round likely
This is part of a larger cost-cutting measure over the next few weeks which will include reducing the 15,000 workforce in the wholesale division by two-thirds, three officials privy to the development told ET.
Exclusive: Reliance JioMart lays off 1,000 employees; govt groups may submit AI rules framework soon
Layoffs have now hit Reliance Industries, with its wholesale format JioMart sacking over employees, as per people in the know. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Participation in SCO & Quad not contradictory or mutually exclusive for India: Modi
In an interview to Nikkei during his ongoing Japan trip Modi stressed that New Delhi has never wedded itself to security alliances. "Instead, we engage with a wide range of friends and like-minded partners around the world based on our national interests."
Immigrating to Canada under the Express Entry system is set to change. Here's all you need to know
The amendment adds that the Minister’s annual report to Parliament must include instructions to establish any category for foreign nationals in Express Entry. These instructions should include the economic goal it supports and the number of invitations issued under this category. Express Entry includes categories like the Canadian Experience Class, the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and a component of the Provincial Nominee Program.
Exclusive: Sequoia's Shailendra Singh interview; govt sets up platform for user complaints against social media firms
It's Tuesday today. More remarkably, it is the last day of February, bringing two months of 2023 to a close, already! To make things interesting, we have some big stories lined up for you in today's edition of the ETtech Morning Dispatch.
JPMorgan CEO says too early to declare victory against inflation, Fed may raise rates above 5%
JPMorgan Chase & Co's CEO Jamie Dimon's warning came after Federal Reserve officials said more rate rises are on the cards, although none were ready to suggest that January's hot jobs report could push them back to a more aggressive monetary policy stance. From a peak of nearly 7% in June, the Fed's preferred measure of inflation stood at 5% in December - well above its 2% target but heading steadily downward.
Special selection board to consider women Army officers promotion, Supreme Court told
Senior advocate R. Balasubramanian, representing the Ministry of Defence, told a bench headed by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud that the issue of promotion of these women officers will be examined by a special selection board, which would sit for 13 days - from January 2 to 22, 2023.
Indian Army gets exclusive rights of new combat uniform
The Indian Army on Thursday received exclusive Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) of the new Camouflage Pattern and Design of Improved Combat Uniform. The registration process to establish ownership of Indian Army was completed by the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademark.
Exclusive | Go digital or go obsolete, says Dell Technologies' Chuck Whitten
Indian companies are in a new era in terms of the rate and pace of digital transformation, said Chuck Whitten, Co-COO, Dell Technologies. US tech firm will continue to invest in all parts of its India biz, he said.
Russia backs India, Brazil for permanent membership in UN Security Council
In his address to the General Assembly just an hour before External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's speech, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that the UN and Security Council have to be aligned to contemporary realities. He said Moscow sees the prospect of making the Security Council more democratic, exclusively, through broadening the representation of countries from Africa, Asia and Latin America.
There is no Diet Coke employment; you can’t have security of permanent employment & moonlight too: Manish Sabharwal, Teamlease
“The moonlighting debate has been around for decades. It will be around for a few more decades and people and organisations will choose the side that works best for them. Just make your choices and live with them. People in the middle of the road get hit by trucks from both sides.”
Dolkun Isa makes stunning allegation on how China has gamed UN system
Isa, in his book made exclusively available to ET, recalled how China manipulated the system to deny him entry at a meeting of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) held in New York in 2018. Isa alleged that even efforts made by Permanent Missions of US, Germany and Europe Union to get him accreditation for the UNPFII event in 2018 did not yield results.
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