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A confidential memo shows that MrBeast has ordered a full assessment of the internal culture in his YouTube empire and an investigation into “allegations of inappropriate behavior by people in the company."

portfolio of stocks, are gaining traction among investors with the asset base of the category growing to Rs 1.43 lakh crore in three months ended June 2024, marking an increase of 31 per cent from a year ago. Interestingly, some of the focused funds offered by the mutual fund houses such as Invesco India Focused Fund, Mahindra Manulife Focused Fund, JM Focused Fund and HDFC Focused 30 Fund delivered a remarkable return of 40-60 per cent in the past year, industry data showed. Focused funds are a type of mutual fund where the fund manager selects a concentrated portfolio of stocks, typically limited to a maximum of 30 due to regulatory constraints. This requires the fund manager to be highly skilled in stock selection, as they need to identify the best investment opportunities across the market without bias toward any specific market cap or sector.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said the Election Commission has the exclusive right to decide the schedule for Assembly elections in the Union Territory. However, he expressed hope that the democratic exercise would be conducted soon in Jammu and Kashmir, which has been under the central government rule for over six years after the fall of the PDP-BJP government in 2018. Talking to reporters after inaugurating the newly constructed building of the Malaviya Mission Teachers Training Centre at the University of Jammu, LG Sinha also referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks during his visit to Srinagar in June that the Assembly elections will be held soon and the statement of Home Minister Amit Shah in Parliament on August 5, 2019 that delimitation will be followed by Assembly polls and then statehood at an appropriate time. «It is happening in the same sequence… I hope the Assembly elections will take place soon,» Sinha said.

Michael Kugelman, Director of the South Asia Institute at The Wilson Center, said on Saturday that the longer Bangladesh's interim government stays in power, the higher the chances of the military assuming a more definitive role in the country's politics. His remarks come amid ongoing political unrest in Bangladesh, following the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, which has left the timing of general elections uncertain. Kugelman emphasized that the Awami League, Hasina's party, is currently sidelined, with no representation in the interim government. However, he noted that if unrest persists, the Awami League might regain favour in future elections.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has condemned recent remarks by Congress leaders comparing the unrest in Bangladesh to potential scenarios in India. Speaking at the platinum jubilee celebrations of the Rajasthan High Court in Jodhpur, Dhankhar expressed his disapproval of these comparisons, which he believes undermine national stability. “Be on watch out!!! Efforts by some to infuse a narrative that what happened in our neighbourhood is bound to happen in our Bharat, is deeply concerning. How can a citizen of this country having been a Member of Parliament, and the other who has seen enough of Foreign Service takes no time in saying that what happened in the neighbourhood will happen in India!” Dhankhar said.

Muhammad Yunus condemned recent attacks on minority communities in the country, calling them «heinous,» and called on the youth to protect Hindu, Christian, and Buddhist families. Speaking at Begum Rokeya University in Rangpur, Yunus urged students to ensure the safety of minorities and not let their efforts be undermined. These remarks come following the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government on August 5, which led to at least 205 incidents of attacks on minority communities across 52 districts, according to the Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council and the Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad. Thousands of Bangladeshi Hindus are attempting to flee to neighboring India to escape the violence. Yunus, addressing students who are leading protests, assured them that many were watching their efforts and encouraged persistence in their cause. «There are many standing by to make your efforts futile. Don't fail this time,» Yunus stated during his speech.

tourism sector has the potential to resolve 50 per cent of the country's employment challenges with the right government support, Lemon Tree Hotels Chairman and Managing Director Patanjali Govind Keswani said on Saturday. Delivering his address at the first National Conclave on India 2047, organised by IIM Calcutta, he said India's tourism sector is on the verge of hitting the inflexion point. Keswani pointed out that several countries have seen that the tourism sector contributes as much as 15-20 per cent to their GDP and account for 25 per cent of employment. Expressing disappointment over the government's approach towards the tourism sector, he said, «In India, tourism contributes only 6.5 per cent to GDP and a similar share in employment. This sector holds enormous potential for creating jobs.»

During the press conference, Kalyan reminisced about the 1973 Kannada classic Gandhada Gudi, which featured Dr. Rajkumar as a forest officer dedicated to protecting the environment. Reflecting on this, Kalyan remarked, “Around 40 years ago, a hero was someone who safeguarded forests from poachers and smugglers. Now, however, the hero is often portrayed as someone who destroys forests and engages in smuggling.” The actor-turned-politician expressed discomfort with this shift in cinematic narratives. “I am part of the film industry, and I struggle with the current trend in storytelling. I wonder if we are sending the right message,” Kalyan said. He emphasized his intention to influence positive change through politics, stating, “What I could not achieve in reel life, I hope to accomplish in real life.”

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, the epitome of ethereal beauty and regal poise, has long been the subject of fascination for millions. The former Miss World, with her captivating smile and arresting eyes, has carved a niche for herself as one of Bollywood's most iconic actresses. But beneath the icy exterior of the quintessential Indian beauty lies a fire that occasionally bursts forth, captivating audiences in unexpected ways. The recent resurgence of rumors about her personal life has once again thrust the actress into the spotlight. However, it's her on-screen persona that continues to intrigue and provoke discussion. While the world is busy speculating about her personal life, let’s delve into the Aishwarya that has ignited the silver screen — the one who isn't afraid to break free from the mold. The actress has often been typecast as the quintessential Indian beauty, a role she has effortlessly embodied. Yet, there have been moments when she has shattered expectations, showcasing a different facet of her personality.

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Sanjay Raut on Friday emphasised on the need for the opposition bloc MVA to project a chief ministerial face in Maharashtra ahead of the assembly polls, remarks coming after party president Uddhav Thackeray meets with top Congress leaders. So far, the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has refrained from collectively pitching for a CM face in the state where polls are due in October. Asked if he was pushing for Thackeray's candidature for the top post, Raut avoided a direct reply and maintained that his party president and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi have been at the forefront of raising their voice against policies of the BJP-led government at the Centre. Talking to reporters in New Delhi, the Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP said Thackeray and Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, have been constantly raising their voices against the Centre's «oppression». «There has to be a face for the state (polls). Had Rahul Gandhi been the face (of the opposition) in the Lok Sabha polls, then we could have defeated (the BJP-led NDA). It was only after Rahul Gandhi accepted the Leader of Opposition's post that the country saw some sense of confidence. So a face is needed for the opposition and also for the ruling party,» Raut commented.

Donald Trump said on Thursday that U.S. presidents should have a say over decisions made by the Federal Reserve, the most explicit indication so far of his interest in infringing on the central bank's independence should he regain the White House. «I feel the president should have at least (a) say in there,» the former president told reporters at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. «I think that in my case, I made a lot of money, I was very successful, and I think I have a better instinct than in many cases, people that would be on the Federal Reserve or the chairman.» Trump allies have drafted proposals that would attempt to erode the Fed's independence if he wins, the Wall Street Journal reported in April. The Trump campaign distanced itself from the report at the time.

Pakistan Army chief Gen Asim Munir on Thursday warned against attempts to create chaos in the cash-strapped country, saying the armed forces will foil any such move and safeguard national integrity. His remarks came after many teasing comments appeared on social media, often comparing Pakistan's situation with that of Bangladesh where a popular uprising swept away a government which had won a landslide electoral victory. «If someone tries to create chaos in Pakistan, by God, we will stand before him. No power in the world can harm Pakistan because this country is built to last,» Gen Munir was quoted as saying by the Inter-Services Public Relations, the army's media wing. Addressing a conference of Islamic clerics here, the army chief reiterated the military's dedication to preserving peace and stability in the country.

Canada just went through one of the most punishing bouts ofinterest rate hikes in history, and when you think about it, it’s quite remarkable we haven’t fallen into recession — at least not yet, anyway.

rupee rose marginally in early trading on Thursday, aided by gains in most Asian currencies, with dollar-rupee forward premiums also ticking up ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) monetary policy decision. The rupee was at 83.93 against the U.S. dollar as of 09:30 a.m. IST, compared with its previous close at 83.9550.

NASA's Perseverance rover raises the possibility that microbial life once existed on Mars. In the Jezero Crater, the rover discovered a mixture of organic materials, water, and a chemical energy source on a rock. The greatest proof of possible extraterrestrial life on the Red Planet has been found with this discovery, as per the reports of Yahoo news. For the past three years, Perseverance has been investigating the 28-mile-wide Jezero Crater. The rover discovered a rock known as "Cheyava Falls," which contains remains of organic materials, water, and perhaps even chemical reactions. The rock contains a crimson band full of «leopard spots,» which are probably the result of chemical reactions, and two vertical veins of calcium sulfate that were created by water.

Preamble of the Constitution in NCERT books figured in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday with Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge flagging the issue. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, however, categorically stated that these reports were false. Pradhan said: «The Constitution's Preamble, Fundamental Duties, Fundamental Rights and National Anthemc continue to be part of NCERT books and all claims to the contrary were misplaced. Kharge maintained that he has been informed of newspaper reports stating that the Preamble of the Constitution may be removed from the syllabus. »I demand from the government that it should table documents on the changes made in the NCERT syllabus," Kharge said, adding that while on the one hand Modi bows to the Constitution, on the other hand he is trying to alter it.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday said beneficiary families of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana in the state will now receive LPG gas cylinders for Rs 500. This initiative will benefit approximately 46 lakh families with an annual income of less than Rs 1.80 lakh, Saini added during his address at a state-level event organised in Jind on the occasion of Hariyali Teej. Additionally, as part of the Mukhyamantri Dugdh Uphaar Yojana, fortified milk will be provided to schoolgirls aged 14 to 18 for 150 days to combat malnutrition, the chief minister said. He added that this programme is expected to support around 2.65 lakh adolescent girls, according to an official release.

Nirmala Sitharaman replied to the discussion on the Finance Bill in Lok Sabha on August 7. The passage of the Finance Bill by Parliament completes the budget process. The Appropriation Bill for the central government's expenditure for 2024-25 was passed by the House on Monday. Without drastically increasing taxes, the govt has brought in simplified taxation regime and eased compliance, the FM said.

Public employees in Australia's most populous state have been told to end remote working in a directive from the premier of New South Wales as he seeks to reverse work-from-home habits established during the pandemic