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The First Berserker: Khazan players around the world will be pleased to note that a major surprise awaits them if they have pre-ordered the Standard or Deluxe editions of the game. More than being cosmetics, these armour sets are all set to provide users major bonuses that can be handy in navigating through the early missions in the game. If you are one among those struggling with the uphill task of defeating challenging enemies, then this could be a valuable deal for you, Game Rant reported. Also, players who wish to take on the look of their pre-order gear will be allowed to do so in the late-game armour. However, it must be noted that these features get unlocked only after users get to complete the main story.

employment opportunities for women are currently concentrated in metropolitan and industrial hubs, with Maharashtra leading with 28.7 per cent, followed by Tamil Nadu (14.2 per cent) and Karnataka (14.1 per cent), staffing and workforce solutions provider TeamLease Services said in a report — 'No Women Left Behind 2.0'. States like Telangana (7.8 per cent), Gujarat (7.2 per cent), and Uttar Pradesh (6.6 per cent) also contribute significantly to contractual employment opportunities, especially for women, it added. Even as urban centres drive employment, the report noted that there is huge potential to expand opportunities in tier II and III cities for broader workforce inclusion.

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is looking into the proposal to allow basic non-programmable calculators in class 12 accountancy exams to easy cognitive load associated with lengthy calculations, according to board officials. A panel will be formed to come up with guidelines on their use to maintain uniformity, they added. Currently, CBSE allows students with special needs in both classes 10 and 12 to use calculators. The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISEC) allowed class 12 students to use calculators in 2021.

DEX+ allows users to trade directly on decentralised exchanges (DEXs) through the MEXC app and website, offering access to a wide range of on-chain assets. The initial version of DEX+ will support the Solana ecosystem, enabling users to trade over 10,000 tokens available on Raydium and pump.fun, with future expansion to additional DEXs and blockchain networks, with support for the BSC chain launching on March 26, allowing users to trade trending assets on BSC soon.

Eli Lilly has launched Mounjaro (tirzepatide) in India, a drug hailed for its ability to manage diabetes and trigger dramatic weight loss. Originally designed for type 2 diabetes, its secondary benefit—helping users shed up to 20% of their body weight—has turned it into a global phenomenon. But while the buzz is strong, the drug comes with a steep price tag: ₹3,500 for a 2.5 mg vial and ₹4,375 for 5 mg, making long-term use an expensive commitment.

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Dental care provider Clove Dental announced the opening of its 600th clinic in Gurugram on its 14th anniversary. Established in 2011, Clove Dental has grown into a network spanning over 26 cities, having served more than 3 million satisfied patients. Similar to all our existing clinics, the new Gurugram clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and adheres to strict safety and hygiene protocols. Louis Shakinovsky, Group Chairman of Global Dental Services, said in a statement, «Credibility is doing what you say. Our Clove team has unquestionably done this convincingly. Since its inception in 2011, Clove Dental has been on a mission to transform dental care in India. A few years ago, I had envisioned an ambitious goal to reach 600 clinics. It makes me feel joyous to see this become a reality.” Amarinder Singh, Founder & CEO of Clove Dental, said, „At Clove Dental, we believe that trust is the foundation of effective healthcare. Our commitment to transparency ensures that patients are fully informed about their treatment options and computer-controlled pricing. We provide clear communication, and detailed treatment plans for all procedures, ensuring complete compliance to the measures laid by the Dental Council of India. At Clove Dental, we implement world-class quality control processes, leveraging AI and computer vision for unmatched sterilization adherence—pioneering a first-of-its-kind standard in global dental care.“

Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood has hinted at a possible rise in electricity prices, blaming it on a Rs 27,000 crore debt left by the previous AAP government with power distribution companies (Discoms) through the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC). Responding to a question by AAP MLA Imran Hussain in the Delhi Assembly, Sood said that Discoms have the authority to increase rates to recover the debt. He claimed that during the previous government's rule, the Delhi High Court had instructed DERC to issue a tariff order, but the administration failed to protect public interests. «The previous government has left a debt of Rs 27 thousand crores of regulatory assets with the discoms through DERC. To recover this, the companies are authorised to increase the electricity rates. During the tenure of the previous government, on the orders of the High Court, DERC was ordered to bring tariff orders,» Sood said. He added, «That government could not protect the interests of the public. In the coming time, electricity prices will rise, and perhaps some people even want this for their political gains. However, the government remains in touch with DERC and is closely monitoring the situation.»

Registering for GST as a freelancer or small business owner seems simple on paper. A quick look at the mandatory requirements on the official website shows that you need just two documents–your picture and proof of the residence where you will conduct your business, like an electricity bill or a rent agreement.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The World Development Report 2024 by the World Bank highlights a critical issue: emerging economies like India risk being caught in the ‘middle-income trap’, where stagnant productivity and an inability to harness innovation hinder their transition to high-income status.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Tejas Networks recently bagged PLI (production-linked incentives) sops worth ₹123.45 crore from the department of telecommunications under the government’s overarching ‘Make in India’ push. For the Tata Group-backed optical and data networking product manufacturer, which had reported a bottom line of ₹166 crore in the December quarter, the PLI for FY24 has enthused investors.

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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Mumbai: Succession planning at Bajaj family’s financial services businesses begins by identifying young leaders and grooming them for years so that they can step up in future, Sanjiv Bajaj, chairman and managing director, Bajaj Finserv said. “We identify them early.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Tiny, niche back offices for high-tech, specialised work are being set up by new-age companies in India at an increasing pace, a trend that experts believe has the potential to take the global capability centre (GCC) wave to the next level in the country. According to industry insiders, companies such as M31, d-Matrix, and MemryX, among several others, are increasingly setting up focused ‘nano’ GCCs in India.

Indian promoters to form investment companies abroad. The banks fear such offshore entities are intended to sidestep the curbs on foreign currency remittance and undertake activities which are against the spirit of overseas investment regulations. At least two leading private sector banks have stalled overseas direct investment (ODI) proposals by Indian entities to set up overseas non-banking finance companies (NBFCs), two persons familiar with the discussions with the banks told ET.

Hindustan Copper aims to generate around Rs 2,400 crore revenue over the next 20 years from its recent contract with a JSW Group firm which has been appointed as a mine developer and operator for two blocks in Jharkhand, a top company official said on Sunday. JSW Group's South West Mining Ltd (SWML) secured a contract on a revenue-sharing basis in January through a competitive bidding process for Rakha copper mining, comprising two blocks — Rakha and Chapri — in Jharkhand, for a period of 20 years, extendable by another 10 years. «The contract is an important development and key to the revival of Jharkhand operations. It is on a revenue-sharing basis. We estimate earning a revenue of around Rs 2,400 crore over the next 20 years,» Hindustan Copper Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) Sanjiv Kumar Singh told PTI in his first interaction after assuming the charge. Singh, who took over as the chief of the Kolkata-based PSU on Friday, was the director (mining) since 2022 and was also holding additional charge of director (operation) until early March.

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This latest word game from The New York Times requires players to identify related words from a six-by-eight letter grid based on a given theme. However, solving it can be tricky, and that’s where today’s NYT Strands hints, answers, and Spangram for March 23, 2025, come in handy.