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25.07 / 11:19

Twitter Platform Strategy XCOM show social blues Opinions elon Elon Musk’s Pivot to X Draws Strong Opinions Across Twitter

Elon Musk’s rebranding of Twitter to X elicited excitement, exasperation and effrontery from users as they adjusted to the billionaire’s latest change in remaking the social-media platform he acquired last year. Reactions in the Twitterverse after Musk’s announcement on Sunday ranged from dismay at Musk bringing an end to Twitter’s globally recognized blue bird brand to jokes and sarcasm about the new “X" branding to excitement about the billionaire’s ambition to turn X.com into a so-called everything app—in which the platform would offer an array of services including audio, video, messaging and banking.

25.07 / 10:12

Provident show social ESIC-run social security scheme adds over 15 lakh new members in May

New Delhi: Around 15.14 lakh new members joined the Employees‘ State Insurance Corporation or ESIC-run social security scheme in May, according to an official data released on Tuesday. The latest data is part of a report -- Payroll Reporting in India: An Employment Perspective - May, 2023 -- released by the National Statistical Office (NSO). It showed that the gross new enrolments with ESIC rose to 1.67 crore in 2022-23, from 1.49 crore in 2021-22.

25.07 / 10:11

Twitter PayPal CEO Tesla XCOM social blues elon Rebranding Twitter to ‘X’: Is it a step towards Elon Musk's everything app?

Elon Musk has rebranded Twitter to 'X,' replacing the iconic blue bird logo. Twitter CEO Linda Yaccarino confirms the change, stating that 'X' will build on Twitter's impact and transform global communication further. Even though it seems like a new development, it is probably not! Elon Musk had hinted about it during the $44 billion takeover bid.

25.07 / 09:59

Citi Amazon JPMorgan Citigroup HSBC social JPMorgan, Citi under fire for funding fossil fuels in the Amazon

As the Amazon may face a catastrophic tipping point that’s eroding its status as a major carbon sink, a new study maps out which banks have pumped the most money into oil and gas extraction from the world’s largest rainforest.

25.07 / 08:43

MET Man Instagram composer social Hilarious prankster stuns bank employee with a whopping loan request!

loan takers. However, one such call took an unexpected turn when a quick-witted man decided to play a hilarious prank on a bank employee, leaving her momentarily speechless. The incident, which quickly gained popularity after being shared on Instagram, features a man identified as the prankster engaging in a witty banter with the unsuspecting bank employee named Nisha.

25.07 / 08:03

Digital Remark Dreams Adventure country social 10-year-old globetrotter Aditi Tripathi achieves remarkable milestone: 50 countries visited

Aditi Tripathi, a 10-year-old girl of Indian origin residing in London, has achieved what many can only dream of—visiting 50 countries before reaching double digits in age. Aditi's impressive adventure began at an early age, courtesy of her accountant parents, Deepak and Avilasha Tripathi, who were determined to provide their daughter with an unparalleled global experience. While many parents might worry about the impact on education, Aditi's parents masterfully balanced both worlds.

25.07 / 07:37

Provident Aviat Action Airlines social Stranded information Mumbai Air India passengers stranded for over 10hrs due to delay and lack of information on flight from Bengaluru to Mumbai

Air India flight bound for Mumbai from Bengaluru faced an unexpected 10-hour delay at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA). Frustrated travelers were left waiting near the departure gates with no clear information about the cause of the delay, leading to growing unease.

25.07 / 06:55

Twitter film voice social Do Indians read Bhagavad Gita? Netizens react on Ram Gopal Varma’s tweet about Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer

Indian viewers have expressed reactions to Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer, which has stirred controversy with its depiction of sex scenes involving the revered Hindu text, the Bhagavad Gita. Now, maverick filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has commented on it. Oppenheimer's intimate scenes sparked controversy even before its premiere.

25.07 / 05:25

Citi social Future Who will finance the mega cities of the future? | Mint Explains | Mint

ACCORDING TO THE UN’s Sustainable Development Goal... moreACCORDING TO THE UN’s Sustainable Development Goals Report, 2022, , seven out of 10 people are likely to be living in urban areas by 2050 The India story is no different: by 2047, half of the country’s population will be living in urban areas.

25.07 / 05:25

UPS Platform COP film social UP: Fishermen eat dolphin after catching it from Yamuna, one held

Yamuna River here and then eating it, the police said on Monday, adding that the video of the incident went viral on social media platforms. They informed that one fisherman was arrested after the cops took cognizance of a purported video of the incident. A complaint has been lodged by Chail Forest Ravindra Kumar on Monday, according to PTI reports. Pipri SHO Shravan Kumar Singh said that a dolphin got trapped in a net when four fishermen from Naseerpur village were fishing in Yamuna on July 22 morning.

25.07 / 04:43

COST Provident Progressive Aware Align performer social Why SMEs need to embrace sustainability

sustainability. Therefore, it’s imperative that India’s small businesses, which contribute 27% to the country’s GDP, must pay attention to this agenda.

25.07 / 04:43

Twitter Target Platform Tencent Insignia XCOM social elon Elon Musk explains why he’s dumping Twitter name and iconic bird logo

Elon Musk on Monday explained his decision to strip Twitter of its famous blue-bird logo as a move to remake the business into a broad platform for communications and financial transactions, a target he’s described as the everything app. “This is not simply a company renaming itself, but doing the same thing,” Musk said about the apparently spontaneous move over the weekend to crowdsource a logo from fans and adopt it as Twitter’s new insignia.

25.07 / 04:25

COST UPS Manufacturing performer social JK Paper Q1 Results: Net profit rises 18% to Rs 313 crore

JK Paper on Monday reported an 18.3 per cent increase in its net profit to Rs 312.56 crore in the June quarter. The company had posted a net profit of Rs 264.23 crore during the same quarter a year ago, JK Paper Ltd said in a regulatory filing.

25.07 / 04:25

Facebook Twitter Google Instagram Celebrity social Twitter turning into X is set to kill billions in brand value

Elon Musk decreed that Twitter’s product name would be changed to “X," and that he is getting rid of the bird logo and all the associated words, including “tweet." Musk’s move wiped out anywhere between $4 billion and $20 billion in value, according to analysts and brand agencies. “It took 15-plus years to earn that much equity worldwide, so losing Twitter as a brand name is a significant financial hit," said Steve Susi, director of brand communication at Siegel & Gale. Musk, whose company has already declined significantly in value since he purchased it for $44 billion in October, announced the change on Saturday night.

25.07 / 04:25

Twitter Reuters Microsoft Platform cover social lawsuits elon Twitter as X: Elon Musk's firm can attract lawsuits from firms like Meta, Microsoft, and others. Here's why

Elon Musk has always managed to show her liking for the alphabet ‘X’. However, this time, Musk's obsession for ‘X’ can bring him at the centre of several lawsuits. According to experts, companies including Meta and Microsoft already have intellectual property rights to the same letter. Moreover, the alphabet ‘X’ is so widely used and cited in trademarks that it would be rare for Twitter if it managed to transform into ‘X’ without any legal complications. "There's a 100% chance that Twitter is going to get sued over this by somebody," trademark attorney Josh Gerben told Reuter's Blake Brittain.

25.07 / 04:25

Twitter Reuters Microsoft Platform Meta Platforms cover social Twitter turns X: Memes flood social media; check out

Elon Musk's decision to rename Twitter as "X" could potentially face legal complications due to existing intellectual property rights held by other companies, including Meta and Microsoft, which also have trademarks associated with the letter "X." The widespread use and citation of the letter "X" in various trademarks make it susceptible to potential legal challenges. In the future, Twitter, now known as "X," might encounter issues defending its rebranded identity.

25.07 / 03:33

BLOCK Platform Highways show social Uttarakhand: Road near Nandaprayag on Badrinath NH blocked due to debris pile-up

Pursari on the Badrinath National Highway was blocked due to debris on Tuesday, according to an official statement.Chamoli Police shared the visuals from the spot on social media platforms, showing a huge pile of debris on the road. Further, according to the police, the road was blocked near Navodaya Vidyalaya Peepalkoti on Badrinath National Highway owing to the pile-up of debris.

25.07 / 03:33

Provident FIVE Booking Progressive Aware cover social Introducing the Best Book Sets For Kids That Promise Hours of Fun!

Book sets also allow children to track their own reading progress, progressing through the set as they learn and grow. Many book sets for children are structured into collections, giving them a sense of success as they read through them. Book sets allow youngsters who appreciate exploring a large globe to do it in a single universe, gaining new facts and ideas as they finish each book. Book sets can be a fantastic way to introduce youngsters to the enchantment and wonder of books, taking them on a journey of discovery with each page flip.List of the best Book sets for Kids

25.07 / 03:23

Provident Booking Aware Strategy cover social Power Top 6 RBI Grade B books to unveil the power of excellence

RBI Grade B books are also really helpful for interview preparation. A complete study guide with sample interview themes, success strategies, and expectations is included. Furthermore, these publications cover various topics, allowing candidates to feel well-prepared and confident during the interview. Candidates can gain a thorough understanding of the RBI Grade B recruiting process and the knowledge required to succeed by using these resources.List of the best RBI Grade B books

25.07 / 03:13

Provident Lowe's cover social EPFO interest rate credit news: Govt approves 8.15% rate for Provident Fund (PF) deposits for 2022-23

Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to increase the interest rate of deposits in Provident Fund (PF) to 8.15%. The new rate will be applicable for this financial year. Retirement fund body EPFO on March 28, 2023, had marginally raised the interest rate on employees' provident fund (EPF) deposits to 8.15 per cent for 2022-23 for its over six crore subscribers. As per an official order issued on Monday, the EPFO has asked the filed offices for crediting the interest at 8.15 per cent on EPF for 2022-23 into the accounts of members.

25.07 / 03:01

Provident Digital VISA Microsoft Platform social Microsoft, Alphabet, Visa earnings: 3 things to watch

Investing.com — Stocks were rallying on Monday to kick off a new week of earnings reports, highlighted by big tech companies starting on Tuesday, and before the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision on Wednesday.

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