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transforming farming practices across the world. Digital agriculture is an umbrella term for any type of farming or agronomic methods that integrate digital technologies (including information communication technologies) and analytics. Successfully utilizing these technologies can deliver a wide range of benefits at both a macro and micro level.

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Thailand has updated the criteria for investing in digital tokens, easing some restrictions.

Pak launches tit-for-tat attack against Iran Pakistan has expressed concerns about the safe havens enjoyed by Pakistani-origin terrorists in Iran and the inaction taken by Iranian authorities despite concrete evidence provided by Pakistan. The operation, named «Marg Bar Sarmachar,» was conducted based on intelligence about imminent large-scale terrorist attacks planned by these terrorists.

World Economic Forum Annual Meeting at Davos after the Asian nation conducted strikes in Iran, the foreign ministry said on Thursday. In a recent escalation of tensions between Pakistan and Iran, both countries have conducted military strikes on each other's territories, leading to civilian casualties and a diplomatic standoff. Pakistan carried out strikes in the Siestan-o-Baluchistan province of Iran, targeting alleged «terrorist hideouts» and claiming the elimination of a number of terrorists.

Budget expectations: According to a report by the World Gold Council, India is the second largest consumer of gold jewellery in the world and the interim Budget with strategic moves can give the industry a shot in the arm. The World Gold Council report said much of the Indian gold market was very traditional, reflecting important cultural and religious ties. This can be seen in the long-standing preference for 22-carat jewellery and the dominance of bridal jewellery. But the gold market is evolving, with changing tastes and designs. In recent years, for example, demand has grown for lightweight and studded jewellery. These stones and jewellery are considered as the power, success, and reputation for the Indian women thus providing them social and economic security, the value of which can never be undermined. Also Read: A bold Budget can pave way for India to be Global South's voice Budget boost for India — a jewellery factory of the world India today is the factory for the world in jewellery segment and has potential to become the market for the world. The Gems and Jewellery industry has become one of the largest businesses in India, playing an important role in the Indian economy. If we consider the statistical data, it is seen that it contributes to almost 7% of the country’s total GDP, and 15.71% of India's total merchandise exports.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has introduced a dedicated weather webpage for the region. This timely initiative, launched with just four days remaining until the grand event, aims to provide attendees and organizers with crucial weather-related information. Multilingual weather data for key locations The newly unveiled webpage offers comprehensive weather updates, covering essential parameters like temperature, precipitation, humidity, and wind patterns.

Q3 results today: Amid high volatility on Dalal Street, bulls are expecting Q3 results 2024 to provide some support to the buyers as most of the analysts are recommending stock specific approach in the current market scenario. For such investors who believe in stock stock-specific approach, a total of 22 listed companies are going to declare their respective Q3 results today. Those 22 listed companies include IndusInd Bank, Polycab India, Tata Communications, Poonawalla Fincorp, Metro Brands, Finolex Industries, Mastek, South Indian Bank, etc.

Investing.com-- Most Asian currencies moved little on Thursday after clocking steep losses in the prior session, while the dollar fell slightly from a one-month high as strong U.S. retail sales data spurred more doubts over early rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has announced on 16 January, that the Aadhaar card will NO LONGER be an acceptable document for date of birth. The EPFO, under the Ministry of Labour and Employment in the Government of India, notified the removal of Aadhaar Card as an acceptable document for date of Birth after a directive from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). According to UIDAI’s Directive (Circular No.

Saurabh Mukherjea, Founder, Marcellus Investment Managers, says the first big difference is we are optimistic that the private sector capex story revs into high gear. Private sector capex really has not done much in India since FY19. All the heavy lifting has been done by government capex, which has roughly tripled by our estimates since FY19. Private sector capex plays are very different from public sector capex plays and therefore in our portfolio, we have names such as RSI, RHI Magnesita, which is a play on the steel demand in India continuing to run up and all the steel plants in India needing more capacity to be installed. Similarly, Grindwell Norton is a play on private sector capex as an abrasive provider. The public sector capex beneficiaries would be cement, EPC companies. What about some of the compounders in the portfolio, the likes of Trent as well, fifth Tata Group company to top the Rs 1 lakh crore market cap? How do you see that as a performer along with Astral? Saurabh Mukherjea: In retail, what has happened in Indian apparel retailing is very interesting. It has become a very demanding market because of the rise of online and how online and social media have shaped the tastes of the Indian consumers. If you are a run-of-the-mill apparel retailer in India, not on the cutting edge of fashion, you do not have sharp pricing, I think you are finding life very difficult and we will see that in the Q3 results.

Smriti Irani Wednesday highlighted the importance of normalising conversations around women's health. She said that women's healthcare systems or conversations were never mainstreamed and called it one of the greatest challenges. Speaking at a session linked to the Women's Health Programme at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Smriti Irani said, «I think women's healthcare systems or conversations never were mainstreamed and that has been one of the greatest challenges.

CNN reported. The top US diplomat had traveled to Davos for the annual World Economic Forum on Monday and was scheduled to fly back to Washington on Wednesday. A Bloomberg report said the aircraft was a Boeing plane.

International Battery Company (IBC), which manufactures lithium-ion cells for electric vehicles and plans to set up a factory in Karnataka, closed its maiden funding round at $35 million, led by RTP Global. The round has also seen participation from Beenext, Veda VC along with other strategic Korean and US investors and supply partners.

The cost to overdraw a bank account could drop to as little as $3 under a proposal announced by the White House, the latest move by the Biden administration to combat fees it says pose an unnecessary burden on American consumers, particularly those liv...

A Texas-based advisor who managed $160 million in client assets at Edward Jones has joined Raymond James Financial Services, the firm’s independent advisor channel, the firm announced Tuesday.

Fintech Flourish has rolled out a platform that will make it easier for registered investment advisors to provide fee-based annuities for their clients.

Automatic enrollment might be the single biggest factor that has boosted 401(k) savings over the past 18 years, and it could soon be used to sign up employees for emergency savings accounts.

The state-run power provider in the Russian republic of Dagestan has asked crypto miners to turn off their rigs this winter to avoid power outages and blackouts.

Kate Middleton has undergone a planned abdominal surgery at a private hospital in London and will recover in the medical clinic for 10 to 14 days, Kensington Palace announced Wednesday.

In a recent joint SKKN and Kim Kardashian Instagram post, the beauty brand SKKN hinted at an upcoming launch of color cosmetics, with a speculated date of Jan 26th, 2024.