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Jitendra Singh in the House during the Question Hour. «In this Budget a nuclear mission has been announced...I'm sure in the times to come, the history would record that this has been one of the most path breaking decisions in the history of independent India. And if one was asked to define in a single sentence, the hallmark of this decision...is the true vindication of Homi Bhabha's dream,» the minister said while replying queries of the members. About private players' participation in the nuclear sector, Singh said an important component of the nuclear mission is that India will go in with the public-private participation, in a big way, in the manufacturing of small modular reactors, which are particularly relevant to a country like India.

Bank of Baroda on Thursday announced that it has gone live with the new Pradhan Mantri Vidyalaxmi (PM-Vidyalaxmi) Scheme to provide financial support to meritorious students. The PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme is an initiative by the central government for students seeking financial assistance to pursue higher education and to ensure that financial constraints do not deprive the youth of India from pursuing quality higher education. Applicants can digitally apply for an education loan under the PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme from Bank of Baroda through the PM-Vidyalaxmi portal, the public sector lender said in a release.

While established IT hubs such as Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad continue to dominate, Nagpur is emerging as a formidable player in this digital revolution. Once considered a Tier-II city, Nagpur is now gaining traction as a center for AI-powered financial solutions, cloud computing, and fintech innovations. With a thriving IT ecosystem and increasing global investments, the city is leveraging GenAI to enhance customer experiences, drive automation, and accelerate digital transformation. Corpay Technologies: A catalyst for change in Nagpur’s tech landscape A significant contributor to this transformation is Corpay Technologies India Private Limited, a Global Capacity Centre (GCC) based in Nagpur. The company has been making waves internationally, reinforcing Nagpur’s position on the global IT map. Corpay Technologies India Private Limited is a part of Corpay Inc., a NASDAQ-listed company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Operating in over 150 countries, Corpay Inc. boasts an annual revenue of over $4 billion and an adjusted net income exceeding $1 billion, making it one of the global leaders in financial technology. Corpay has cemented its position as an industry leader across three core business verticals:

European Union has urged its citizens to stockpile enough food and other essential supplies to sustain them for at least 72 hours if crisis happens, the European Commission has said. “In case of extreme disruptions, the initial period is the most critical,” the document says, setting out possible scenarios, from war to cyber attacks and deadly disease to climate-driven floods, reports Politico. In a fresh guidance issued on Wednesday, the commission stressed the need for Europe to shift its mindset, to foster a culture of “preparedness” and “resilience.” ALSO READ: 'Elon, I want to thank you': Trump makes it official, makes big statement amid Tesla Takedown protests

Oisin Lenehan, a 29-year-old originally from Belfast, Ireland, was enjoying a casual evening with his friends Kyle and Sarah at their home in Rye, Australia. Wanting to treat the group, he decided to order dinner through Uber Eats. With a couple of drinks and a relaxed atmosphere, he confidently placed an order for two pizzas, chips, and garlic bread. However, what seemed like a routine takeaway soon turned into a comedy of errors. Lenehan unknowingly selected an old address from his Uber Eats history, sending the entire order to a hotel in Dublin where he had stayed months earlier during Christmas. It was only after confirming the purchase that he realized the mistake. Shocked and amused, he immediately tried to resolve the issue while his friends laughed at the mix-up.

Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, on Thursday which aims to improve the country's disaster management system. The Bill, which amends the Disaster Management Act of 2005, was cleared in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday through a voice vote. The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill makes several important changes to the existing law. The original Act set up key bodies, including the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), to manage disasters at national and state levels. These authorities have a key role in planning for and responding to disasters. However, the new Bill gives more responsibilities to these authorities.

Tesla struggles with falling sales and share price and global protests against his brand for his support to US President Donald Trump, its CEO Elon Musk looks at India with hope. Long seen as a potential disruptor for India's EV, Tesla is finally entering India, opening a showroom in Mumbai to sell its imported cars and has plans to set up a manufacturing plant in Maharashtra. However, Tesla has lost years dilly-dallying on its India entry and meanwhile Indian EV makers have grown enough to make things difficult for it. Many think the company may not after all be able to disrupt the Indian market in any significant way nor reap any huge dividends. Tesla may face another big challenge in India. Its global rival BYD (Build Your Dreams), which sells cars imported from China in India, could be planning to manufacture in the country. According to unconfirmed media reports, the Chinese EV giant is planning to set up a factory in Telangana. BYD, together with Indian EV makers such as Mahindra and Tata; the JV between India's JSW and China's MG Motor; and Korean and Japanese automakers CAN make it difficult for Tesla to benefit from the Indian market in any substantial way.

Xi Jinping is making China’s presence more felt across the Indo-Pacific region by testing US allies on sensitive issues, as Donald Trump’s attention is taken up elsewhere. From sending warships off Australia’s coast for unprecedented shooting drills to flying a record number of “grey zone” balloons around Taiwan, and putting pressure on Thailand over human rights issues, Beijing is ramping up efforts to project power in the region. China also issued a strongly worded warning on Taiwan to Tokyo — which doesn’t officially recognize Taipei — against “colluding” with separatists. Trump’s sudden embrace of Russia, skepticism of NATO allies and tariffs that punish friendly nations have fueled concerns about the US as a reliable security partner in Asia, where Washington has for decades provided a buffer to Beijing.

PLI) for domestic manufacturing of auto components, semiconductors, and electrolysers, have reduced supply chain dependence on external sources and increased the country’s domestic manufacturing capabilities. Additionally, as global supply chains look to diversify their manufacturing and supply sources, the “friendshoring” strategy has provided a strong impetus to India’s manufacturing and export sectors due to its positive trade disposition and deep talent pool. India is revamping its logistics sector by integrating technological solutions like ICEGATE, ULIP, and E-way bills to automate and optimise processes. Digitalisation, augmented connectivity, and cutting-edge innovations such as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Global Positioning System (GPS) are enhancing operational efficiency by providing transparency and reducing costs. A robust logistics sector drives economic integration by connecting regions and enabling seamless trade, which is essential for a strong national economy, allowing India to harness its full potential and achieve sustainable progress. In this context integrated logistics solutions with global connectivity are crucial for enabling emerging businesses to gain market access, scale up and succeed. Supporting emerging businesses with resilient supply chains

Samvardhana Motherson International shed some of their morning losses after a favorable view from CLSA, which expects the company's shares to potentially double over the next three years. The comments were made in a note on Thursday, March 27, according to a CNBC-TV18 report.

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Victoria Panova, Head of the BRICS Expert Council—Russia, Russia’s Sherpa in W20, and Vice Rector at HSE University. “The new members of BRICS are settling in. BRICS partners are getting adjusted to the process BRICS, but it was decided not to go immediately further in terms of expansion. Instead, new partner category was introduced.

US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday 25 percent tariffs «on all cars that are not made in the United States» effective 12:01 am eastern time on April 3. «We have to think about appropriate measures following this announcement. Naturally, we will consider all options,» Ishiba told parliament. «Japan has made significant investments and significant job creation, which doesn't apply to all countries… We are the number one (country) in investment in the United States,» Ishiba added. «The US president's understanding on this is significantly deepening. However, various things are happening, so we are considering all kinds of countermeasures, and those exist as our options.»

Ramadan, marked by fasting, prayers and acts of charity is a period of seeking forgiveness and taking time to reflect. The day begins with getting up before sunrise, morning prayers, and eating a pre-dawn meal called sehri while in the evening, the fast is concluded with an evening meal called Iftar which often comprises dates, fruits and other food items. Eid al-Fitr this year will be celebrated on either Sunday, March 30, or Monday, March 31, depending on the sighting of the moon in different parts of the world. On this special day, Muslims gather for prayers, visit family and friends, exchange gifts, give to those in need, and enjoy festive meals together. As the Islamic calendar follows the lunar cycle, significant dates shift forward by approximately 11 days each year. The sighting of the crescent moon marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid celebrations.

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UK, which erroneously reported a human case of the bubonic plague recently. Known for having caused the «Black Death», plague was responsible for the death of over 50 million people across Europe in the fourteenth century. To put the infection's mortality into perspective, the pandemic wiped out nearly half of the continent's population.

The ministry has put in place standard measures to maximise generation capacity, like ensure sufficient availability of coal, maximising hydropower, reducing the number of planned maintenance during the season, and optimising imported coal-based plants.

Indian diaspora withdrew more money than it invested in local bank deposits since October last year despite the sharp depreciation of the rupee, possibly indicating a tighter job market overseas, especially in the Gulf countries, as well as a fear of uncertainty in the global economy amid a looming tariff war, said people familiar with the matter. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data showed that there was a net outflow of $1.5 billion between October 2024 and January this year in non-resident deposits while the rupee depreciated 3.3% during this period. The outstanding NRI (non-resident Indian) deposits stood at $161.2 billion at the end of January, down from $162.7 billion at the end of October last year.

Athos Salomé, the «Living Nostradamus,» has boldly foretold the fate of Donald Trump's second term. Salomé foresees a future defined by realignments and economic distress as geopolitical chasms and domestic cleavages broaden.