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Small business sales growth slowed in June as consumers took a pause on spending

AI startup Cropin Technology Solutions has unveiled a real-time intelligence solution to forecast future yields for 13 vital crops as artificial intelligence helps overcome bottlenecks in the farming industry. The Bangalore-headquartered company unveiled Sage, powered by Alphabet Inc.’s Google Gemini AI model, which converts the world’s agricultural landscape into a proprietary grid-based map and then delivers precise predictive intelligence based on historical data. Decision-makers can ask questions about crop performance and life cycle in their native language and get information on productivity, climate, farm practices and soil for the 13 crops that account for 80% of global food demand.

Jack Black announced he’s cancelling the rest of the Tenacious D world tour after his bandmate Kyle Gass made a joke about the failed assassination of Donald Trump that left him “blindsided.”

Union budget or in the latter part of the current fiscal year, two people aware of the matter said. The finance minister may allocate ₹4,000-5,000 crore for three public sector insurance companies, one of the two people cited above said, requesting anonymity. "The budget could also provide only a token capital for insurance companies, with more funds released after completing further assessments for fresh requirements," the person said.

Nicolas Cage fans have reason to rejoice as Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions have secured the North American distribution rights for The Surfer, a gripping thriller that made waves at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.

entertainment domains—TV, movies, music, and theater—here’s a roundup of the upcoming ceremonies that are set to captivate audiences worldwide. From the VMAs to the Grammy Awards and beyond, these shows promise thrilling performances, heartfelt acceptance speeches, and memorable moments, as mentioned in the report by Cinemablend.

Each bike is assessed based on key features, including frame material, size, and brake systems, ensuring that parents and young riders can make informed decisions. Additionally, we discuss the pros and cons of each option, highlighting performance aspects and potential drawbacks. Whether your child is just starting or looking to refine their skills, this guide will help you find the perfect BMX bicycle to enhance their riding experience.

Best vacuum cleaners: Top 9 options for easy and efficient cleaning at home and officeThe AQUA D PURE 4-in-1 water purifier is a state-of-the-art device with a spacious 12-litre storage capacity and a comprehensive 10-stage purification process that includes RO, UV, UF, and a TDS adjuster. This purifier integrates copper technology to introduce the health benefits of copper into the purified water.

Reasons to buyReasons to avoidThe Sony WH-CH520 wireless on-ear Bluetooth headphones offer exceptional value with up to 50 hours of playtime and DSEE upscale technology for premium sound quality. Featuring multipoint connectivity and dual pairing, these headphones seamlessly connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

traditional passive funds that simply track an index, factor-based funds operate on predefined rules or criteria—related to fundamentals or stock behaviour—to select stocks. These funds don't have a fund manager making investment decisions, yet they aren’t as straightforward as index trackers. They rebalance at regular intervals, typically every six months, to ensure alignment with their specified factors.

His comments came after the luxury fashion group replaced its former CEO Jonathan Akeroyd on Monday (15 July) and issued a fresh profit warning. The news led to a 20% slump in Burberry's share price, which has continued to fall as markets opened today. According to data from MarketWatch, the firm's shares are down almost 4% so far. Train has been a long-term investor in Burberry via Finsbury Growth & Income, and has repeatedly backed the company despite its declining share price damaging the trust's own performance. Nick Train: 'We should not have been surprised' at Hargreaves Lans...

Best LED TV: Enhance your viewing experience without breaking the bank, top 10 picks3. Sony Bravia 139 cm (55 inches) 4K Ultra HD Smart LED Google TVThe Sony Bravia 55-inch 4K Google TV, frequently found in Amazon deals, offers a premium viewing experience with its X1 4K processor and vibrant display technologies like Live Colour and 4K X-Reality PRO.

«It was largely the 125cc segment that has maintained and despite that the company has reported that kind of growth in overall motorcycle sales,» says Abhishek Gaoshinde, Sharekhan By BNP Paribas. Help us with your first cut on the earnings of Bajaj Auto. How do you see the numbers versus your estimates as well as what was the standout point for you in the earnings and the press release? Abhishek Gaoshinde: Broadly what we can see that the numbers were in line with the estimate given that kind of a volume growth and the product mix that the company has reported.

«Now it is high time and looking at the patterns and volumes, it looks like there can be further upside to all this realty and infra stocks even considering the budget is on the next week,» says Vishal Malkan, malkansview.com. Let us start with your view coming in just on the overall benchmark indices as well as in terms of if you would look at the Nifty Bank also what is it that we are watching out here? Vishal Malkan: I think Nifty and Bank Nifty are sustaining above the resistance levels which were there for 24,500 and 52,400 for both respectively. That means there is an undertone which is very strong, though the indices are not going in a big way, but we have sector performance and stock specific movement are great, so we should focus on that.

Jasprit Bumrah is noted not only for his remarkable consistency with the ball throughout formats, but also for his distinct bowling action. He made news for the first time after making his IPL debut, and his unusual action drew notice. Bumrah was sidelined for several months due to a back ailment, raising concerns about whether the top bowler would be able to bowl with the same energy that catapulted him to world-class status. Bumrah rebounded back in style, playing key roles in India's unbroken march to the 2023 ODI World Cup final and, this month, producing a player-of-the-tournament performance to help India win the T20 World Cup. Wasim Akram was overjoyed when a video of a young Pakistani fan successfully copying Jasprit Bumrah's unique bowling movement went viral. Bumrah, one of the world's top pacers, has been an inspiration to many aspiring pacers throughout the world. The little Pakistani boy's impersonation has struck a special chord with fans and cricketing groups worldwide.

plastic surgery trend grows, concerns over associated myths loom larger. Doctors at AIIMS Delhi have debunked several misconceptions about plastic surgery, emphasising that enhancing one's appearance through these procedures is neither as dangerous nor as painful as commonly believed. They highlighted advancements in anaesthetic techniques that have markedly reduced the discomfort typically associated with such surgeries. A major misconception is that plastic surgery involves a lot of pain. According to the doctors, facial surgeries are generally painless, although procedures like liposuction and abdominoplasty may cause more discomfort. However, advancements in anaesthetic drugs and pain management techniques have made these surgeries much less painful than perceived. Dr. Maneesh Singhal, professor and head of the plastic, reconstructive, and burns surgery department, told The Times of India that AIIMS Delhi sees a significant number of cosmetic surgeries, performing around 25-30 procedures every month. «These surgeries encompass a wide range of treatments, including scar correction, liposuction, gynecomastia, platelet-rich plasma therapy, and rhinoplasty. Most people opting for cosmetic surgery at AIIMS are in the 25-35 age bracket,» he said.

ONGC) achieved a milestone as its share price surged past Rs 323 with a 5.18 per cent intraday gain on Tuesday. This performance propelled ONGC's market capitalization to Rs 4.06 lakh crore, marking the highest in the company's history. The surge in share prices is a testament to ONGC's robust financial health and strategic direction.