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US Navy ship in the Red Sea on Thursday shot down missiles and drones that had been fired by Iran-backed Huthi rebels in Yemen, possibly at Israel, the Pentagon said. Three «land-attack cruise missiles and several drones» were intercepted by a destroyer, Pentagon spokesman Brigadier General Pat Ryder told reporters.

Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican artist, has revealed his tour schedule for the upcoming year in support of his latest album, "Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana," featuring 22 songs.

NEW DELHI : HP Inc. has introduced a refurbished laptop programme in India, offering used but cost-effective computers for both retail consumers and businesses through HP-certified partners who will provide after-sales support. The programme, which has been launched for the Indian market, will be expanded to other markets in 2024, the company said in a statement Thursday.

RBL Bank has announced the launch of GO Savings Account, a zero-balance account with a simple account opening process and easy-to-operate features. This account will be available to customers of all age groups.

As the world grapples with rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions, real estate has emerged as a critical player in the fight against climate change. Currently, a mere 10% of India’s total buildings are certified green. In a scenario where the real estate and construction sector accounts for 36% of the world’s total energy consumption and is responsible for nearly 40% of greenhouse gas emissions, this is a wake-up call to an industry that is a vital part of the solution.

Stockbroker Canaccord Genuity is bulking up its equity research team with two new hires.

Montreal’s McGill University is delaying a $50-million investment to help its community “learn or improve their French” as Quebec plans to nearly double tuition for out-of-province students.

₹139,999. Its open sale will begin from October 27. The foldable smartphone comes in two colours -- Vulture Black and Emerald Dust.

On Tuesday, the New York Times and The Wall Street Journal put out alerts saying a blast at a Gaza hospital was caused by an Israeli airstrike, killing more than 500 people, citing Palestinian officials. It soon became clear the story wasn’t going to end there. Israel denied it was responsible.

Bard, Google's powerful artificial intelligence chat service, is going to be included into Google Assistant so that it can provide a wider variety of features. The news was shared on social media on October 4, 2023, by the Made by Google team, which served as the source of the announcement. The connection is designed to greatly improve Google Assistant's capabilities, making it possible for the virtual assistant to carry out responsibilities such as organising emails, arranging holidays, and even producing papers.

I am in the process of buying a home. My real estate agent is getting all the paperwork done along with the home loan application. The agent told me that I would also have to buy home loan insurance. I am sceptical about this. Is it necessary to buy home loan insurance? —Name withheld on request While taking a loan, banks and non-banking financial firms generally insist on certain insurances.

Airports Authority of India (AAI), the Delhi Pollution Control Committee and others to file their objections within two weeks to the maintainability of a plea seeking directions for prohibiting landing and take-off at airports in the national capital at night. The NGT was hearing a petition which sought directions to ban landing and take-off, except for international flights, at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport and all other airports located within the city limits from 10 PM to 6 AM due to noise pollution.

Credit cards provide a revolving line of credit, offering a financial cushion for your business. This flexibility allows you to make necessary purchases or cover unexpected expenses, even when cash flow is tight. You can then repay the balance over time or in full to suit your business needs.

ALSO READ: Go First case: Govt may clarify on amendments in IBC on leased aircraft The recent IBC changes, dated 3 October, state that Section 14(1) - imposing a moratorium on insolvency proceedings - does not cover deals related to aircraft, engines, airframes, or helicopters. This alteration has enabled Go First's lessors to advocate for the repossession of their assets in tribunals and courts.

car insurance is also a legal requirement. And with a diversified insurance market that offers a variety of options, selecting the right car insurance policy can be challenging. Here is quick guide on the key factors you must consider when selecting a suitable insurance policy for your car: Before exploring insurance policies, it is important to assess your needs.

gold jewellery. The HUID Code will be unique to each item of jewellery, and customers will be able to readily verify its authenticity and other details using the BIS Care App. At present two precious metals namely gold and silver have been brought under the purview of Hallmarking. Many individuals buy gold during upcoming festivals, however, they should make sure that they buy the hallmarked jewellery and confirm the same. How much gold can you buy in cash without and with PAN, Aadhaar proof? The move aims to ensure quality of gold jewellery and artefacts to consumers. Note that White gold alloy is covered under mandatory hallmarking. The BIS hallmark on gold jewellery and artefacts is made up of three parts: the BIS emblem, the Purity of Gold, and a six-digit alphanumeric HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification).

Gaza’s al-Ahli hospital on October 17th, which killed hundreds of people. Israel later denied that it was carrying out air strikes in the area; the explosion, it said, was caused by a misfired rocket launched by Islamic Jihad, another militant group in Gaza. By the time Israel issued its denial, though, details had ceased to matter.

UBS and Bell Potter have underwritten Liontown Resources’ equity raising for $375 million at $1.80 a share, or a 35.5 per cent discount to the last close.

Twenty Point Programme in Q1FY24, data released by MoSPI showed. The performance has declined from Q1FY23 when it achieved over 80% completion in 10 of 14 projects. Further analysis indicates that target completion, even among indicators where it had performed well, had declined.

Reuters. Claims of responsibility for the hospital blast varied, with many Arab leaders alleging Israeli involvement, while Hamas officials in Gaza attributed it to an Israeli airstrike. Israel denied any involvement and presented evidence suggesting the blast resulted from a rocket misfire by Islamic Jihad, another militant group operating in Gaza.

An independent assessment of Origin Energy’s $18.7 billion takeover offer from two North American suitors has beefed up shareholders’ leverage to argue for a higher offer, despite it being deemed fair and reasonable.