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Indian embassy here on Wednesday advised its citizens, including students, residing in Bryansk, Belgorod, and Kursk regions of Russia to relocate temporarily to safer places, citing recent «security incidents» in these areas following the intensification of the Russia-Ukraine war. The security advisory was issued hours after Russia's Belgorod border region declared an emergency under heavy shelling by Ukrainian forces that are pressing a major cross-border incursion into the adjacent Kursk region for a second week. An emergency was declared in Kursk last Saturday after Ukrainian forces on August 6 launched an incursion into the region, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, with both sides reporting casualties and territorial gains. «In view of the recent security incidents in Bryansk, Belgorod and Kursk regions, Indian nationals are advised to take necessary precautions and temporarily relocate outside these regions,» the Indian embassy said.

Maine utility regulators have unanimously rejected an electric utility’s proposal to proactively report high consumption that signals an illicit marijuana growing operation to law enforcement officials

Google has unveiled its next generation of Pixel phones

Hedge fund Elliott Management is escalating its fight against the management of Southwest Airlines

financial incentives for development of critical minerals, including lithium. Speaking during the Budget Seminar on National Critical Minerals Mission, Mines Joint Secretary Veena Kumari Dermal said there will also be an emphasis on securing loans from multilateral financial institutions for the development of the sector. The government, she said, will focus on global R&D collaboration across the critical minerals value chain. To encourage the participation of Indian public and private sector companies in the acquisition of assets abroad, the government will provide targeted subsidies for mining, and for setting up evacuation infrastructure.

Maddock Supernatural Universe, has captured significant attention this year. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, this horror-comedy drama features Abhay Verma and Sharvari in leading roles, alongside Mona Singh, Sathyaraj, and Suhas Joshi. The film, released on June 7, 2024, blends elements of horror, comedy, and drama, drawing from Indian folklore and mythology to weave its tale.

LONDON—As Britain’s oil and gas giants scale back their global green-energy ambitions, the U.K.’s newly elected government is launching a multibillion-dollar effort to regain the country’s place as a global pacesetter for clean energy. A new state-backed company, funded by increased taxes on oil and gas production, will invest in many renewable-energy projects around the country. Industry executives are split on whether the plan can meet the government’s ambitious goals.

WazirX announced on Wednesday that it is ending its custody arrangement with Liminal Custody following a major hack that resulted in the theft of Rs 2,000 crore ($230 million) from its multisig wallet. The Indian cryptocurrency exchange is currently in the process of migrating its remaining assets from Liminal Custody to new multisig wallets to enhance security. This move comes nearly a month after the breach that saw a significant portion of customer funds disappear. The hack on July 18 led to the loss of 45% of the exchange's customer funds. To prevent further issues and secure remaining assets, WazirX is taking careful steps to transfer its funds.

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FS Investments chief market strategist Troy Gayeski provides his outlook for the markets, the banking sector and a possible rate cut.  

Shehnaaz Gill recently provided a peek into the contents of her handbag, showcasing a mix of practical items and personal favorites. Shehnaaz shared the details in an Instagram video, revealing a variety of items she carries with her. In the video, Shehnaaz begins by pulling out a small bag dedicated to her collection of hair bands. She mentions that she often struggles to find them, whether at home or while out. Next, Shehnaaz presents a pouch filled with essential items, including band-aids, coconut water, and allergy medications. She emphasizes the significance of these items, particularly the need for coconut water and medications for managing allergies. Among the items she pulls out are dry shampoo, moisturizer, and sunscreen, with a special emphasis on the importance of sunscreen. She also reveals a serum, her favorite lip balm, and a hairbrush. Additionally, Shehnaaz shows her wallet, which holds cash, and a sunglasses case, noting that she keeps two pairs of sunglasses.

₹40,000. Positioned as a more affordable alternative, this TV promises a premium viewing experience without burning a hole in your pocket. But can it truly deliver on this promise?In this review, we'll talk about whether the Hisense E6N stands up to the big brands and if it offers real value for money.

Mirae Asset Mutual Fund has launched Mirae Asset Nifty500 Multicap 50:25:25 ETF, an open-ended scheme replicating/tracking Nifty500 Multicap 50:25:25 Total Return Index. The new fund offer or NFO of the scheme is open for subscription and will close on August 26. The fund aims to generate returns that closely mirror the Nifty500 Multicap 50:25:25 Total Return Index. With this new fund, the fund house aims to provide investors with a diversified investment approach with balanced exposure across various market capitalizations.

Shalini is a crypto reporter who provides in-depth reports on daily developments and regulatory shifts in the cryptocurrency sector.

DOMS Industries Ltd. with a target price of Rs 2620. The current market price of DOMS Industries Ltd. is Rs 2274.25 . DOMS Industries Ltd., incorporated in the year 2006, is a Small Cap company (having a market cap of Rs 13958.06 Crore) operating in Paper sector.

Why you need it: Smart speakers like the Amazon Echo are more than just audio devices - they’re the nerve centre of your smart home ecosystem. With built-in voice assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant, you can control lights, thermostats, locks, and more with your voice.

Funders’ requirements have eroded the authenticity and rigour of India’s NGO sector, making them more ‘fake and flaky.’ I described this phenomenon in my last column; in this piece, I will explore one of its aspects in greater detail. Which is the push for scale—the demand by funders for greater numbers, be it in terms of geographical coverage or the count of beneficiaries. Everyone wants more people to benefit— not just funders, but also NGOs, other stakeholders involved and communities.

ChatGPT via GPT-4o, with support for 10 new voices and the ability to stop Gemini mid-conversation for a more natural-sounding response.Meanwhile, Google has gone a step further by offering hands-free support with Gemini Live, meaning users can interact with the AI chatbot even when the app is in the background or their phone is locked.Gemini Live is currently rolling out to Gemini Advanced users on Android and will soon be available on iOS. Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro Fold users will receive one year of free access to Gemini Advanced, meaning they can access Gemini Live for free.Google has launched a special app for its Pixel phones called Pixel Studio, which allows users to bring their creative ideas to life with simple prompts.

₹117 crore in penalties to the government. The penalties were imposed after the ministry of heavy industries found that Okinawa allegedly violated domestic manufacturing criteria under the FAME-II (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles) scheme. The second edition of the scheme that’s designed to promote the adoption of electric vehicles in India concluded in March.

Oyo posted a net profit of Rs 229 crore for 2023-24, founder and chief executive Ritesh Agarwal said in a post on X. “One big learning for me over the years is under-promise and over-deliver,” he said, while adding that the net profit had exceeded his earlier estimate of Rs 100 crore. “Now with Rs 0.36 EPS (earnings per share) done, now to Re 1 EPS and beyond at FY25. Lots of improvements still left to do. Proud of what we are building together,” he wrote on the microblogging site.