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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The Indian stock market has a gap-up opening on Tuesday, 25 March, setting the stage for an early uptrend. However, the market was unable to sustain higher levels, leading to a mild correction as traders reassessed their positions.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Accenture Plc is outpacing India's top IT firms in securing lucrative, large-scale contracts, fuelled by its robust consulting businesses and early adoption of generative AI solutions. The global consulting and technology giant has widened its significant lead in deals exceeding $100 million, a stark contrast to the challenges faced by India's homegrown IT services industry.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Are you inundated with spam calls? Soon, you will be able to see the caller's name flash on your phone screen without installing a third-party app like Truecaller. India’s private telecom operators Vodafone Idea Ltd, Bharti Airtel Ltd, and Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd have tapped vendors such as HP, Dell, Ericsson, and Nokia for servers and software needed to make this feature possible, according to three senior executives familiar with the matter.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Bengaluru: Logistics company Delhivery Ltd expects its three-month-old quick-commerce business to end this fiscal year with ₹100 crore in revenue and its new warehouses catering to online-first brands and e-commerce platforms to break even in a few months. The Gurugram-based firm is also looking to expand its quick-commerce business to major metropolitan cities in a few months, said Milind Sharma, Delhivery’s newly appointed head of rapid commerce and direct-to-consumer brands.

Asset Management Company, Axis Mutual Fund Trustee, its former chief executive Chandresh Nigam, and three former officials have settled a case of violation of mutual fund rules with Sebi by paying ₹6.2 crore as the settlement amount. The other three officials of the asset management company (AMC) who have settled with Sebi include former compliance officer, Darshan Kapadia, former head of equity, Jinesh Gopani, and former dealer Pawan Jhangiani. The regulator alleged that the fund house had failed to ensure an adequate control environment for dealing room activities. «Failure of AMC to monitor the activities of the dealers resulting in front-running of Axis Mutual Fund trade by Viresh Joshi,» Sebi said in an order on Tuesday.

Jeremy Clarkson has taken aim at Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The Top Gear host had just one word to say on the problems Tesla has been facing recently. Clarkson called Elon Musk an «idiot» and attributed the backlash against Tesla as «payback.» In 2008, Clarkson gave a harsh evaluation of the Tesla Roadster on BBC’s Top Gear viewers, starting a feud with Elon Musk. A BBC segment depicted the vehicle experiencing brake issues at 55 miles. The review led Elon Musk to file a lawsuit against the BBC. The legal proceedings did not change Clarkson's point of view regarding the vehicle.

Earth Day was first celebrated by Gaylord Nelson, who sought to unite the various environmental movements across the US.

President Donald Trump’s crypto project World Liberty Financial said it plans to launch a stablecoin redeemable one-for-one with the United States dollar, an announcement that comes as his administration throws its support behind the digital tokens that underpin most crypto transactions.

From concerns about losing their homes to regrets about not accepting a previous severance offer that could have potentially paid them three times as much money, there were “a lot of tears” among some of Hudson’s Bay Co. ULC’s roughly 9,000 employees this week as Canada’s oldest departmental store started liquidating its outlets on Monday.

Competition Commission of India (CCI) is investigating whether the guidelines and advisories issued by industry bodies Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA), Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) and Indian Broadcasting & Digital Foundation (IBDF) violated competition laws and promoted cartelisation in the advertising industry, according to probe-related documents seen by ET. The investigation was initiated following an August 2024 order by the CCI allowing its director-general to conduct a probe after receiving complaints about possible cartelisation in the advertising industry. The antitrust watchdog on March 18 and 19 searched the premises of these organisations and seized documents. In its application in February seeking approval for the search from a Delhi court, the CCI observed that the allegations pertain to the conduct, guidelines and advisories of these associations, which operate at different levels of the same supply chain.

subsidy program that will benefit satellite internet providers like Elon Musk’s Starlink, but some state and federal officials worry the technology isn’t robust enough to connect Americans on a mass scale and at affordable rates. The Biden administration’s vision for the Broadband Equity and Access Deployment Program (BEAD), designed to deliver fast, reliable home internet service to every US household, leaned heavily on fiber-optic lines, a technology that’s expensive to install but can last for decades. The shift toward satellites is a result of extensive lobbying by Musk and has gained Republican support, including from Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz. State and former federal officials, several of whom spoke to Bloomberg on the condition of anonymity, described pitfalls with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s new approach, which gives more opportunities for satellite terminals that are initially inexpensive, but can cost more over time. One state official shared internal data that showed satellite service costs consumers 53% more over the course of 30 years. Satellite service would also cost more than twice as much to maintain over that time frame, according the data.

government security auctions in March, treasury experts said.

Monster Hunter Wilds delivers its adventure to global audiences, who have been hunting the dangerous creatures for almost a month now. Both returning hunters and those new to the series stay committed to playing Monster Hunter Wilds during High Rank, exactly because the game provides fascinating challenges beyond the primary story.

Alstom has achieved a key milestone with the delivery of its 500th electric locomotive to Indian Railways, the company said on Tuesday. The company highlighted that all of these locomotives are fully manufactured in India, underscoring a major step in both Alstom’s and India’s Railways' modernisation efforts. The 500th fully India-made Prima T8 WAG12B e-locomotive was delivered from Alstom’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Madhepura, Bihar. The delivery event was attended by key dignitaries, including Mr. Manish Kumar, Chief Administrative Officer of Indian Railways, along with senior officials from Alstom.

March 29 Solar Eclipse 2025. Weather, however, is still an essential condition that will determine whether enthusiasts in the entire northeastern United States and eastern Canada will view the partial eclipse without impediments.

Ayushman Bharat and will get health coverage of Rs 5 lakh. Preparations to provide the benefits of Ayushman Bharat to gig and platform workers are almost complete, Sumita Dawra, Secretary, Labour and Employment Ministry, told in an exclusive interview. India's gig and platform economy is expanding, offering new jobs in sectors like ridesharing, delivery, logistics, and professional services. NITI Aayog has projected that the gig economy in India will employ over one crore workers in 2024-25, subsequently reaching 2.35 crore by 2029-30. Recognizing the contribution of the gig and platform workers to the nation's economy, Union Budget 2025-26 announcements had provision for registration of online platform workers on e-Shram portal, issue of identity cards, and and healthcare coverage under Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY). Dawra said schemes for gig and platform workers will be started soon.

Gnanamma Healthcare Centre announced its transition to becoming a near net-zero electricity health facility. This milestone has been achieved through the recent installation of a 6.05kW solar power plant with battery energy storage, which now meets up to 100% of the facilities' electricity needs. The green facility was launched in the presence of Dr Mehriba K. Sohliya, District Medical, Health Officer, West Khasi Hills, hospital administration and WRI India. With technical support from WRI India, the facility has installed a solar power plant, battery storage, and energy-efficient appliances, including indoor lights, ceiling fans, flood lights, water purifier, water heater, and an autoclave. This transformation ensures that Gnanamma Healthcare Centre operates almost entirely on renewable energy, setting a precedent for sustainable healthcare in the region.

Now in their 19th year, these awards are intended to honour asset managers, research & ratings teams, wealth managers, fund selectors, service providers, consultancies and individuals who have a key part to play in the evolution of sustainable investing.  At a time of regulatory upheaval and greater scrutiny than ever before on sustainable investing, these awards have an important part to play in identifying leaders and best practice in this rapidly evolving area. Entries will close on 9 May and the shortlist will be announced in late June. We will celebrate the winners of the Sustain...

The survey will gather information to help the watchdog better understand the ESG ratings market, examining elements such as the business models and group structures used to provide these scores, how the ratings are constructed and distributed, as well as the policies and processes implemented by firms. FCA to cut down on financial sector regulation as it prepares to launch five-year strategy The results will inform the FCA's cost benefit analysis (CBA), policy development and «help ensure that the future regulation is both proportionate and tailored to the needs of the market».  "...

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career growth followed a linear trajectory, with professionals spending years in the same industry before advancing. However, today’s job market is more dynamic, and many individuals are embracing non-linear career paths—taking breaks, switching industries, and exploring multiple roles. While unconventional, these career moves can lead to greater success, adaptability, and fulfillment when planned strategically. Here are five ways a non-linear career path can be rewarding: 1. Broader and More Diverse Skillset Switching industries and roles exposes individuals to a wide range of skills, from technical expertise to soft skills, making them highly versatile. Employers value professionals with diverse experiences, as they bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions. For example, a writer with data analytics experience can leverage both skill sets to stand out in the job market. Highlighting interdisciplinary skills can position you as a valuable asset.