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U.S. officials say a new study provides reassurance that pasteurization kills bird flu virus in cow’s milk

AI-generated code. OpenAI revealed that in testing, individuals who used CriticGPT to review code generated by ChatGPT performed better 60 per cent of the time compared to those who did not use the model. The research findings have been documented in a recently published paper.The RLHF framework involves human evaluators, known as AI trainers, providing feedback on the AI's performance to help adjust and enhance the model's behavior.

Sebi on Friday cancelled the registration of LFS Broking and barred its MD Saiyad Jiyajur Rahaman from being employed or associated with any registered intermediary for five years for violating market norms. The regulator also cancelled the registrations of LFS Broking as a stockbroker, portfolio manager, depository participant, and research analyst. «I note that since the Noticee No. 2 (Saiyad Jiyajur Rahaman) has not acted with integrity, and honesty and has not displayed ethical behaviour and fairness, he ceases to be a fit and proper person in terms of the Intermediaries Regulations,» Sebi's Whole time member Kamlesh C Varshney said in the 56-page order.

Finra has issued a reminder to member firms regarding their regulatory obligations when incorporating generative AI and similar tools into their operations.

Indian students (75 females and 71 males) have been awarded the prestigious Erasmus Mundus scholarships for the 2-year master’s programme in Europe under Erasmus+ for the 2024 academic year, making India one of the top recipients of the scholarship. Worldwide, 2603 students from 137 countries have been awarded scholarships this year for the Erasmus Mundus Joint master’s degree, which offers a study programme jointly delivered by an international consortium of higher education institutions. 2024 also marks the 20th anniversary of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s program, a milestone that underscores the program's positive impact on students, higher education institutions, and countries beyond the EU. India has been the largest beneficiary of the programme, with over 2000 students receiving the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship since its inception in 2004. Overall, more than 6,000 Erasmus+ short and long-term scholarships have been awarded to Indian students since the program opened to international students in 2004, providing access to state-of-the-art education and research facilities, international exposure, and valuable professional networks and thus opened up wider professional opportunities. To mark both these milestones, the Delegation of the European Union to India hosted an event for the grantees, celebrating the growing people-to-people links and mobility between the EU and India. These scholars are set to embark on their international degree programs in Europe starting this September.

These literary treasures not only enhance our comprehension of ourselves and others but also equip us with tools to improve mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. In this article, we delve into a curated selection of the most insightful, influential and the best books on human psychology, each offering unique perspectives and groundbreaking research.

Foreign investors are increasingly interested in the Indian corporate debt market as domestic government securities are set to debut on the JPMorgan Emerging Market local currency debt index on June 28, expected to bring in $20-25bn in passive inflows. Recent data indicates higher purchases in corporate bonds and ETFs, along with a strong demand for dollar bonds. Despite the current investments remaining tepid, investors can anticipate an uptick as more foreign investors engage with Indian debt instruments, which have traditionally been overlooked in favor of government bonds.

Two sources close to the story told Forbes this move is part of a pivot towards investing in AI and defence technology startups. Earlier this year, the company were part of a seed funding round for AI risk management platform ValidMind.

Plenty of happy couples can trace their meet-cute moment to an online dating app

The site of Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji fish market left empty after it was razed six years ago, will be replaced by a waterfront stadium and glistening skyscrapers according to plans for its redevelopment

Zomato now have strong prospects of joining the blue-chip Nifty50 index, according to a report by Nuvama Alternative & Quantitative Research Analysis.Abhilash Pagaria, head of Nuvama Alternative & Quantitative Research Analysis, stated in a recent note that if Jio Financial and Zomato enter the derivatives segment before mid-August, they are highly likely to join the Nifty 50 in the September review, along withTrent.According to Pagaria, if included in the Nifty 50, Jio Financial could attract $466 million in passive fund buying, Zomato $491 million, and Trent $463 million.The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has implemented significant changes in equity derivatives regulations, affecting stock selection for futures & options (F&O).Key changes include raising the average daily delivery value requirement for a stock to qualify for the F&O segment to ₹35 crore (up from ₹10 crore) in the cash market over the past six months, and increasing the market-wide position limit to at least ₹1500 crore (up from ₹500 crore).SEBI has introduced a product success framework to curb market manipulation through illiquid securities. If trading volumes remain low over six months, the derivatives will be discontinued.

Indian equity closed on a lower note on Friday after reaching record high levels in the early hours. The NSE Nifty 50 hit a new all-time high of 24,174, surpassing the psychological level of 24,150. However, the index later closed 34 points or 0.14% lower, than its previous close, at 24,011. 

ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund on Thursday announced the launch of ICICI Prudential Energy Opportunities Fund, an open-ended equity scheme that will predominantly invest in the energy theme.

HCG, India's largest speciality cancer care chain on Friday acquired controlling stake in 196-bedded Visakhapatnam-based cancer hospital Mahatma Gandhi Cancer Hospital and Research Institute (MGCHRI) for an enterprise value of Rs 414 crore. HCG will have initial 51% stake in MGCHRI, with plans to complete the acquisition of the additional 34% stake over the next 18 months. The revenue from operations of Visakhapatnam hospital for FY24, was Rs 120.2 crore with an EBITDA of Rs 42.2 crore. HCG said the acquisition is poised to significantly bolster cancer chain's annual EBITDA by Rs 3 per share and gain a leadership position with a dominant share in Vizag region.

Eicher Motors, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Ashok Leyland are Ambits picks in Automobiles sector. Ambit has initiated coverage on the nine OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) which also include Bajaj Auto, Escorts Kubota, Hero MotoCorp, Maruti Suzuki India, in addition to Eicher Motors, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Ashok Leyland.

Market Research Society of India (MRSI), India’s foremost industry-led market research organisation, has formed its Managing Committee for the tenure of 2024–2027. Nitin Kamat, Chief Growth and Partnerships Officer, TAM Media Research, has been elected as the new president. He takes over from Paru Minocha, Managing Director, South Asia, Insights Division, Kantar.

Insurance is a critical factor that can help to mitigate the risks that are associated with the occurrence of any event in the economy by offering financial coverage to individuals and businesses. Whether you are buying insurance for yourself and your family or for a business, it should be a well thought through process and involve critical analysis of the risks we are seeking protection against.

Sebi approving a revision in eligibility criteria for entry and exit of stocks in the derivatives market, Jio Financial Services and Zomato have high chances of earning a seat in the bluechip Nifty50 stocks. «If we assume Jio Financial and Zomato make it to the F&O segment before the third week of August, then there is a very high chance of them making it to the Nifty 50 in the September review,» according to an analysis by Nuvama Alternative & Quantitative Research.

On Thursday, gold and silver settled on a positive note in the international as well the domestic market. On MCX, gold August futures contract settled at Rs 71,572 per 10 grams with a gain of 0.68% and silver july futures contract settled at Rs87,048 per kilogram with a gain of 0.10%

₹422.95 apiece on the BSE.Emkay Global assigned a ‘Buy’ rating to Man Industries (India) shares with a target price of ₹500 per share, implying a 27% upside.Man Industries stock price has more than doubled within one year, reflecting improved business fundamentals as well as greater visibility on execution of its announced expansion plans. Also, industry tailwinds in the form of demand growth for pipes as well as capacity growth by peers have provided meaningful clarity on Man Industries charting a similar path, analysts said.Also Read: Jio tariff hike impact: Reliance, Bharti Airtel jump, Vodafone Idea share falls 2.5%“We reckon the optimism around such tailwind and growth aspirations are mostly in the price = ‘potential’.

Wheat yields plummeted last year to 1 ton per hectare (2.5 acres), his smallest harvest ever, as the worst drought period in three decades envelops the North African nation. The 25-foot-deep well on Sadiri’s plot dried up, and he can’t afford to dig any deeper. So now he’s trying barley, a more resilient crop. Sadiri is among 1.2 million grain farmers suffering the brunt of climate change in Morocco, where the frequency of droughts has quintupled this century. The impact will ripple far beyond its borders: The country stands to bring in record volumes of wheat — at a time when major shippers like France and Russia are suffering harvest setbacks of their own — and less of its fruit and vegetables will line store shelves in Europe, the US and the rest of Africa.