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Missouri residents could see a roughly $138 million tax break under legislation intended to offset a surge in local property tax collections caused by higher vehicle values

Surrey School District has quietly pulled four books from the reading curriculum for students in Grade 10 and above due to concerns about controversial themes.In November 2023, a panel of 12 teachers decided to pull the books from the recommended reading curriculum.The books will still be available in the library and teachers can apply to teach them, but they won’t be part of the recommended reading lists.The four books are: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie and In the Heat of the Night by John Ball.Ritinder Matthew, the communications officer for the Surrey School District, told Global News on Thursday that the review of these four books began more than a year ago after feedback from parents and others in the community.“We received a lot of feedback from families of students not feeling safe in the classroom when these resources were used,” she said.Using To Kill a Mockingbird as an example, Matthew said the review found the “portrayal of Black characters as one-dimensional, the use of the white saviour trope, the use of ableist language, the use of the N-word, noting it’s normalized in the text and not necessarily used as a slur, but often as another word for Black people.

Harsha Upadhyaya, CIO-Equity, Kotak AMC, says it is definitely difficult to find value buys in this market, but there are several sectors which are likely to grow at a decent teens kind of earnings trajectory. Those are the names which will have potential to outperform the market. Maybe the volatility will increase, but still there is enough growth on the table. Upadhayaya further says: “It is not that mid and smallcaps will not give returns or correct a lot at this point of time, it is just that from a risk-reward perspective, it makes sense to have a little bit of tilt towards largecaps and that is what we have been suggesting to most of our investors.”

Google has started de-listing some of the apps in India alleging that they were non-compliant with its Play Store policies, ET has learnt. Murugavel Janakiraman, founder and MD of Matrimony.com, which operates portals including BharatMatrimony said that Google took down five to six of its apps on Friday.

Atishi is also likely to present the budget for the 2024-25 financial year next week on March 4, according to sources. This will be Atishi’s first budget as Delhi’s Finance Minister after she was inducted into Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s cabinet in March last year. The budget session of the Delhi assembly began on February 15 and was expected to run until February 21.

Narendra Modi on Friday said the upcoming semiconductor units will further strengthen India's «transformative journey» towards technological self-reliance. The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved proposals to set up three semiconductor plants, including a mega fab by Tata Group, at a cumulative investment of Rs 1.26 lakh crore, as India moves to position itself as a global powerhouse in chip manufacturing. Modi said on X, «With the Cabinet approval of three semiconductor units under the India Semiconductor Mission, we are further strengthening our transformative journey towards technological self-reliance. This will also ensure India emerges as a global hub in semiconductor manufacturing.»

With PSU stocks rallying non-stop amid heavy buying by retail investors, Anish Tawakley, Deputy CIO – Equity, ICICI Prudential AMC, says his team has turned cautious on the PSU space since the start of 2024 due to valuation concerns and have been gradually trimming PSU holdings. “Over the past three years, PSUs have moved from being one of the cheapest segments in the market to a situation where some of the PSUs are today overvalued. This has been largely possible owing to the good work done by the PSU managements coupled with the way the government has ensured that these companies worked in the interest of the shareholders,” Tawakley says. Edited excerpts from a chat with the fund manager: ICICI Prudential Business Cycle Fund has outperformed in the last 3 years by nearly doubling money. These 3 years have been very interesting because many cycles came and went. How did you manage to thrive in the shifting cyclical landscape? Anish Tawakley: Three years back the economy had spare capacity and was experiencing weak demand.

Electronic Arts will reduce 5% of its workforce as part of a restructuring plan that also includes a reduction in real estate, the company said on Wednesday, as the video game industry struggles to grow amid high interest rates. The company, which makes gaming titles such as «Star Wars Jedi: Survivor», expects to incur about $125 million to $165 million in charges related to the move.

Rihanna, SRK arrive for Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant pre-wedding celebrations Radhika Merchant is the younger daughter of Viren Merchant and Shaila Merchant, who are the founders and owners of Encore Healthcare. Radhika's father is the CEO of Encore Helathcare and also a board member of APL Apollo Tubes, a steel manufacturing company while her mother Shaila is the director of Encore Helathcare. Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant pre-wedding festivities begin in Jamnagar | Watch Radhika's elder sister, Anjali Merchant is married to Akash Mehta- a businessman and a partner at EY.

heavy to very heavy rain, and snow is likely in Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, and Muzaffarabad on 1st and 2nd March. The authorities in Kashmir have also extended the winter vacation for valley schools by four days given the forecast of inclement weather. The schools, which were scheduled to reopen after a three-month winter vacation on March 1, would now resume on Monday.

A billionaire-backed proposal to build an eco-friendly California city from scratch is off to a bumpy start to put their idea before voters this November

MUMBAI : For a sure sign that domestic dealmaking is picking up in India, as is the economy, turn to the recruitment scene at the country’s premier management schools. Investment banks and private equity firms are handing out more domestic postings than international gigs to graduating students of the Indian Institutes of Management, in a sign that the persistent funding winter perhaps is finally thawing. Large domestic as well as global firms including DE Shaw, Goldman Sachs and Premji Invest are hiring graduates for functions across wealth management, institutional equities, asset management and investment banking profiles.

Bhatt kicked off the event, setting the tone for a discussion focused on the transformative potential of executive MBA programs. She emphasised the relevance of the topic, acknowledging the challenges faced by mid-senior career professionals as they navigate through dynamic industries. Sanjay Gupta's insights Sanjay Gupta, a veteran with over 27 years of experience in advanced automotive technologies, shared profound insights into the challenges faced by mid-senior career professionals. He highlighted the initial enthusiasm and continuous learning experienced in the early years, but pointed out the potential stagnation that can occur after a decade or more in a particular role.

Anant Ambani, a son of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant, daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant, has an important economic significance. The wedding celebrations will begin on March 1 in Jamnagar, Gujarat, while the couple will tie the knot on July 12. Anant has grown up in Jamnagar so the venue has significance for the Ambani family. But Anant has also said that he was inspired to choose Jamnagar by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Wed in India' call. «It's a matter of pride and happiness when our PM said that one should get married in India,» he said.

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Centre has expressed strong concerns about five states not signing MoUs with the education ministry for PM SHRI schools and Punjab not implementing it despite continuing to take funds under the Samagra Shiksha scheme, sources said on Thursday. Odisha, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Delhi have not yet signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Union Ministry of Education, while 30 states and union territories (UTs) have done so. The scheme targets to upgrade 14,500 schools and is expected to benefit 1.8 million students. It also aims to ensure these schools serve as model institutes and encapsulate the spirit of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The government has already selected 6,448 schools from 28 states and UTs for the upgrade in the first round.

K Shivaram, a multifaceted individual known for his roles in bureaucracy, acting, and politics, breathed his last at a Bengaluru hospital on Thursday. He was 70 years old. Born on April 6, 1953, in Urugahalli village, Ramanagar district, Shivaram led a diverse life, leaving an indelible mark in various fields. K Shivaram: from bureaucracy to acting Shivaram, born to drama master Kempaiah and Chikkaboramma, ventured into different domains throughout his life. Despite facing challenges, he excelled in bureaucracy and made notable contributions to the world of acting. Notably, he holds the distinction of being the first person to clear the UPSC exam in Kannada, a significant achievement reflecting his dedication and prowess. K Shivaram: A Career Spanning Achievements

K Shivaram, a multifaceted individual known for his contributions to bureaucracy, acting, and politics, passed away at the age of 70 in Bengaluru. Born on April 6, 1953, in Urugahalli village, Ramanagar district, Shivaram ventured into various domains, leaving a mark of versatility and dedication.

Real-time data platform Aerospike has appointed Khushal Bhansali as its country head for India and South Asia. In his new role, Bhansali will lead Aerospike's business operations for these markets, focusing on expanding the company's presence, driving growth, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Teach For India has announced the opening of applications for the 2024 Fellowship program, inviting individuals interested in working towards educational equity for children. The Fellowship, a full-time paid position spanning two years, aims to nurture changemakers in the education sector. Eligibility Criteria

Delhi and vice-versa are advised to take alternative routes like Chilla Border route." About an hour ago, Delhi Police had also stated that traffic movement is heavy at Singhu border and advised the commuters to use Piao Maniyari, Saboli, Safiyabad, Singhu School Toll, and Zero Palla. “Traffic is heavy at Singhu Border as at Singhu Border only the service roads on both the carriageways of NH-44 are open for movement of traffic.