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ReNew Energy Global Plc (ReNew) on Wednesday reported a 31 per cent rise in net profit to Rs 493.9 crore (USD 59 million) in the September 2024 quarter pushed by higher income. It posted a net profit of Rs 377.1 crore (USD 45 million) in the July-September period of preceding 2023-24 fiscal, the Nasdaq-listed entity said in a statement. ReNew's total income in the second quarter also rose to Rs 2,988.7 crore (USD 357 million) from Rs 2,863.2 crore (USD 342 million) during the same period last financial year.

Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said he has sought an appointment with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to discuss the «reduction» in loan amount to the state this year, from the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). The Chief Minister will be travelling to the national capital tonight. «There is a launch of Nandini products in Delhi, so I'm going. I have also sought appointment with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, because NABARD loan to the state this year has been reduced. Last year, Rs 5,600 crore was given, this year it is Rs 2,340 crore. It has been reduced by 58 per cent,» Siddaramaiah said. Speaking to reporters here, he noted that the NABARD comes under the Finance Ministry. «I will make a request to her.»

U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs. The closure comes as a precautionary measure, with embassy staff instructed to shelter in place. «Out of an abundance of caution, the embassy will be closed, and embassy employees are being instructed to shelter in place,» the department said.

Margi Systems, a US company founded by Shrinath and Shrikant Acharya. Margi created the first widely available Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) card that enabled full DVD playback on laptops. It is a standard for peripheral cards used in laptops. Users could connect this hardware, plug in a DVD and enjoy movies on their laptops with a Margi card. This was a disruption in the 1990s.

Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, was already listed under the «wanted» section on the FBI website in English. However, Indian authorities clarified that Yadav is not absconding—he was jailed for alleged robbery and is currently out on bail. The FBI's intensified interest in Yadav comes amidst rumors circulated by Pannun’s organization, Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), suggesting Yadav may be in Haryana or Punjab. Yadav is facing charges in a New York court for his alleged role in the Pannun murder-for-hire plot. The FBI has already arrested Nikhil Gupta, an Indian-origin man accused of working with an undercover officer and a DEA informant to orchestrate the killing.

The anonymous plantiff said he attended the party with friends and consumed alcohol that had been provided to him by other individuals at the party, the lawsuit claimed. He now lives in Georgia. ALSO READ: Sean 'Diddy' Combs-Jennifer Lopez love story: The reason why the two never tied knot will shock you

Zomato is leading India's food delivery space with a market share of 58% in the first quarter of FY25, according to a report by Motilal Oswal. Recently-listed rival Swiggy lags with a 42% share. In the rapidly growing quick commerce space, Zomato-owned Blinkit commands a 46% market share, followed by Zepto at 29% and Swiggy Instamart at 25%, in Q1FY25. «Zomato has continued to gain market share from Swiggy from FY22 to 1QFY25, aided by its stronger execution. According to reported gross order value (GOV), Zomato’s market share grew from 54% in FY22 to 58% in 1QFY25,» the report said.

The ‘AI Collaboration Index’ report by Atlassian – a team collaboration and productivity software company – surveyed 5,000 knowledge workers across India, the US, Australia, Germany, and France. It outlines four stages of AI collaboration – from basic adoption as a simple tool (stage 1) to advanced usage as a strategic partner and decision-making advisor (stage 4). Even at the earliest stages of AI adoption, Indian knowledge workers are experiencing significant productivity gains. In India, those using AI as a simple tool (stage 1) report saving an average of 104 minutes per day, compared to the global average of around 45 minutes. This jumps to a whopping 127 minutes per day for strategic AI collaborators (stage 4), equivalent to more than an extra workday each week.

Time is running short for negotiators at the United Nations climate talks in Azerbaijan to solve a difficult puzzle

National Association of Realtors (NAR) India has partnered with Universal Consulting Opportunities (UCO), a subsidiary of Stellar MLS, to set up a National Multiple Listing Service (MLS). MLS aims to revolutionize Indian real estate by introducing a standardized and centralized property listing system. With India’s real estate market projected to reach $1 trillion by 2030, the introduction of MLS could significantly elevate industry standards and boost the economy, NAR said in a press statement adding that MLS will address the information gaps and reduce fraudulent practices to create a trustworthy ecosystem for property transactions.

Ricky Ponting is disappointed over the clash between the IPL 2025 mega auction and the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He labelled the scheduling as «the worst possible case scenario». The clash has forced Ponting, former Australian coach Justin Langer and other key personalities like Australia bowling coach Daniel Vettori to prioritise their IPL commitments over the crucial series-opener. The IPL auction is scheduled for November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It will have Ponting (head coach of Punjab Kings), Langer (coach of Lucknow Super Giants), and Vettori (coach of Sunrisers Hyderabad) absent from significant portions of the Perth Test. Ponting and Langer will do the commentary for Channel 7 on the first day of the first Test before flying to Jeddah.

architecture is definitely a great option. It is especially good for those who have a knack for brewing ideas, engaging in deep analysis and solving problems. Using these skills, the learnings from this degree can help you build spaces that are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and sustainable in the long run. But not every architecture graduate has to become an architect. There’s a lot more to this field than meets the eye. Wondering what other roles you can grab to build a successful career by leveraging this degree course? Here are 5 career paths: 1. Architectural Designer: As a customer, I’m sure a lot of times you must have conveyed your vision to a designer so that they can build what is required with utmost precision. This is what the role of an architectural designer is. They have to bring the client’s vision to life while making sure that they are safe and functional. To ace this role, knowledge of CAD software, an eye for visually compelling structures, knowledge of local and national building codes and regulations to ensure that the designs are legally compliant, and the ability to use 3D modelling tools are some of the key skills to acquire. With experience, individuals can climb to senior designer positions, and gain specialisation in areas like heritage renovation, urban designing, and sustainable designing to command higher salaries.

Dynamic Midcap Strategy, we follow the GSM investment philosophy. ‘G’ stands for growth, ‘S’ stands for strategic value and ‘M’ stands for margin expansion,” says Mohit Khanna, Fund Manager at Purnartha. In an interview with ETMarkets, Khanna said: “In the Multi-asset, Purnartha One Strategy, we optimize risk by actively managing the asset allocation using a VMS framework – ‘V’ stands for valuations, ‘M’ stands for macro outlook and ‘S’ stands for sentiments.” Edited excerpts:

The martech sector is creating significant opportunities for mid-career professionals, too, particularly those with a strong understanding of marketing strategies and cutting-edge technologies, says Trupti Oak, Vice President-People Management and Talent Acquisition, LS Digital. Marketing automation specialists, data analysts and data scientists, customer experience managers, content strategists and SEO experts are some of such roles that are in high demand for mid-career professionals, she says. Sonali De Sarker, SVP-HR, Epsilon India, estimates the industry to surpass $215 billion by 2027. This growth has skyrocketed demand for skilled engineers. “The adtech and martech fields offer exciting opportunities for mid-career professionals seeking a harmonious blend of creativity and technology,” she says.

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose drew upon his grassroots experiences to highlight «regional imbalances» between the state's northern and southern districts and claimed that lack of prosperity in the former region has led to a «disconnect» between the state government and its people. Speaking exclusively to PTI about various issues, Bose refrained from evaluating his constitutional colleague, Mamata Banerjee, but made it clear that he was «more concerned» about her performance as Chief Minister than as a politician. Expressing satisfaction with his tenure in office so far, Bose said, «These two years have taught me many positive things. It is a very refined state, which gives a lot of emphasis on art and culture.»

Sadar Bazar Trades Association, said that there is a 15 percent decline in footfall in the Sadar market compared to usual days. «There's a noticeable decrease in the number of people visiting Sadar Bazar, especially customers from other states who typically come for wholesale shopping. Many are now placing orders online instead of travelling here due to the severe air pollution,» Yadav said. Similarly, Sanjeev Mehra, president of the Khan Market Traders Association, said that there has been a sharp drop of 60 percent in footfall since the implementation of Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).

Residents in India's northern states woke up to another day of poor air quality on Wednesday, as a layer of dense fog shrouded most of the region, and pollution in the capital Delhi remained severe. India battles air pollution every winter as cold, heavy air traps dust, emissions, and smoke from farm fires started illegally in the adjoining, farming states of Punjab and Haryana.

Guyana, the first Indian PM to visit the country in 56 years. In an unprecedented gesture, he was received at the airport by President of Guyana, Mohamed Irfaan Ali, and over a dozen cabinet ministers. On PM's arrival, the President of Guyana shared a hug and exchanged pleasantries.

Donald Trump has chosen Howard Lutnick to be the next Commerce Secretary. Lutnick heads the brokerage and investment bank Cantor Fitzgerald. The Commerce Department oversees a variety of areas including computer chip factory funding, trade restrictions, economic data, and weather monitoring. The position also requires strong ties to business leaders. Lutnick served as co-chair of Trump's transition team alongside Linda McMahon. He also appeared on Trump's show «The Apprentice.»

Babulal Marandi exuded confidence saying that the BJP-NDA alliance will secure more than 51 seats in the polls and form the government as the people were discontented with the ruling Hemant Soren led-JMM party in the state. Speaking to ANI, Babulal Marandi said, «Today voting will take place for the second phase of the Jharkhand Assembly elections. The mood of the people in Jharkhand is to change Hemant Soren led-JMM government as they have suffered under their rule in these past 5 years. People will vote for a change.» The State BJP Chief further said that the Income Tax department recently conducted raids at several locations linked to the Chief Minister's personal assistant, alleging that such actions are only possible due to involvement with black money.