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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. On Thursday, early-stage venture capital firm Stellaris Venture Partners launched its largest-ever investment vehicle—a $300 million fund. The fund was heavily oversubscribed, but the firm’s partners decided not to raise more than this.

Universal Account Number (UAN) of employees, the ministry said in a release on November 21, 2024. EPFO online services not available without active UAN: Here’s how to activate it According to the release, “In the first stage, employers are required to complete the process of UAN activation through Aadhaar-based OTP for all their employees joining in the current financial year by 30th November 2024, starting with the latest joinees. They must then complete the process for all employees working with them..”

International Cricket Council finds itself in a spot of bother as its all-powerful board meets on Friday to thrash out the long-awaited schedule of next year's Champions Trophy with an unyielding Pakistan refusing to consider the 'Hybrid' model of hosting the event despite India's refusal to play there. The meeting will be held virtually. India's decision not to send the team to Pakistan and the PCB's defiant stand in not acceding to the hybrid system have placed the future of the marquee event in balance. «At this point, the hybrid format is the best option. We hope that all the parties involved will take a wise call for the sake of the tournament. It's not good for the tournament to have it without India and Pakistan,» a source close to the development told PTI. The ICC members are trying to sell the point to the PCB that without the blue riband India vs Pakistan fixture, the Champions Trophy will lose all its sheen and, more importantly, there will be massive financial implications.

Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar is back in the headlines, not for his acting prowess. He is all set to reignite his passion for motorsports by returning to the racing track. Known for his versatility both on-screen and off, Ajith’s upcoming racing endeavor has captured the attention of fans and fellow celebrities alike, with many hailing his fearless pursuit of dreams. Fellow actor Madhavan has expressed his admiration for him. Madhavan praised Ajith’s relentless pursuit of his dreams, highlighting his incredible determination and unwavering commitment. Madhavan shared his excitement about the upcoming racing season, expressing his eagerness to watch Ajith in action on the track. For Madhavan, Ajith's drive to follow his passions, regardless of challenges, is truly inspiring. «What an unbelievable and incredible man… He just goes after his dreams, no matter what… » Madhavan said in a post with a video of Ajith Kumar in racing gears. The respect between the two actors is clear, with Madhavan acknowledging Ajith’s remarkable ability to chase his goals with such dedication.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: India’s bankruptcy regulator and the central government will consider making mediation mandatory between defaulting companies and their creditors before moving proceedings into bankruptcy courts, two persons informed about the development said.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Bengaluru: Stellaris Venture Partners, which has backed companies such as personal care brand Mamaearth and SaaS startup Whatfix, announced the launch of its largest ever fund with a corpus of $300 million on Thursday. The new fund will continue backing early-stage tech startups in the seed and series A stages and will invest in 25-30 startups over the next three years.

M3 MacBook Air, which boosted the base configuration from 8GB to 16GB. The M4 MacBook Air is also rumoured to feature a 12MP Centre Stage camera with Desk View support, replacing the current 1080p FaceTime HD camera, catering to modern productivity needs.After the release of the M4 MacBook Air, Apple’s attention is expected to shift towards updating its high-performance desktop range, including the Mac Studio and Mac Pro.

Millions of obese Americans would be eligible to have popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic covered by Medicare or Medicaid under a new rule the Biden administration proposed Tuesday morning

Vir Das taking center stage as the first Indian to host the prestigious event. Sharing a clip from the event, Das in an Instagram post Das referenced the Hollywood icon Will Smith’s infamous 2022 Oscars moment — where Smith slapped Chris Rock for a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith — while humorously critiquing the Emmy broadcast's low visibility, earning laughter and applause for his witty delivery. «All the major platforms are here and humbly, I feel that next year, one of you should really broadcast this show. What do you think?» Vir Das said amid cheers from the crowd. «Who does Will Smith have to slap tonight for us to get some eyeballs, guys?» Das, who previously won an International Emmy for his stand-up special «Landing», embraced the spotlight with confidence and charm. The Indian comedian shared moments from the red carpet and his hosting debut on social media, where his performance received accolades from fans and peers alike. His playful jab at the lack of widespread broadcast for the International Emmys, paired with a geopolitical punchline about sanctions and tariffs, showcased his signature blend of humor and cultural insight.

Amazon has introduced a handful of robots in its warehouses that the e-commerce giant says will improve efficiency and reduce employee injuries

oncologists questioned his claim that a strict diet helped his wife defeat stage 4 cancer, Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu Monday clarified that the diet plan was implemented in consultation with doctors and should be considered «facilitation in the treatment». During a press conference in Amritsar on November 21, Sidhu stated that his wife Navjot Kaur Sidhu had been declared cancer-free, emphasizing the role of dietary and lifestyle changes in her recovery. However, oncologists at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai warned that cancer patients should not delay or stop their treatment by following unproven remedies. In a video message posted on X on Monday, Sidhu said, «I want to say that a doctor is like God to me, and doctors have always been my priority. I have a doctor (Navjot Kaur Sidhu) at home. Whatever we have done was done with the consultation of doctors in a collaborative process.»

Vaibhav Suryavanshi has made history at the IPL 2025 auction, being sold to Rajasthan Royals for a remarkable Rs 1.1 crore. The teenage sensation is now a crorepati, setting the stage for what could be a bright future in Indian cricket. Vaibhav made his first-class debut for Bihar at just 12 years and 284 days. He recently smashed a 62-ball 104 in a youth Test against Australia and is part of India’s U-19 squad for the ACC U-19 Asia Cup.

HDFC Bank's stock soared as much as 3.2% on Monday, reaching a record high of Rs 1,801.90 on the BSE, driven by an anticipated increase in the heavyweight lender’s MSCI index weightage, which is projected to draw $1.9 billion in inflows. With the MSCI November 2024 index review coming into effect from Monday, the banking giant was in the spotlight as it underwent a weightage adjustment. This adjustment reflects the final tranche of a phased increase announced earlier this year, solidifying HDFC Bank's role as a key driver in the MSCI index realignment.

NSUI) staged a comeback in the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections after seven years, clinching the president and joint secretary positions. NSUI's Rounak Khatri emerged victorious in the presidential race, defeating RSS-backed Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad's candidate Rishabh Chaudhary by over 1,300 votes. Khatri got 20,207 votes while Chaudhary trailed with 18,864 votes.

Sivakarthikeyan recently brought his signature wit when discussing about social media. Speaking about his limited use of platforms these platforms, he jokingly suggested that getting his X (formerly Twitter) account blocked by Elon Musk would be a personal victory. “In the last two years, I’ve been using social media very less. If you want to use it, use the internet. This is my kind advice, but don’t use much of social media, especially Twitter. Maybe, I think Elon Musk might block my account—that will be the first success I think for me,” Sivakarthikeyan quipped during his conversation at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, according to IANS.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Globally, women are the ones who have been managing household finances. However, when it comes to business finances, women are significantly under-represented.

contingency plans for military deployments in Japan and the Philippines in case of an emergency over Taiwan, Japan's Kyodo news agency reported. They will be incorporated in a first joint operation plan to be formulated in December, according to sources familiar with Japan-US relations, Kyodo said late Sunday. A US Marine regiment which possesses the multiple-launch HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) would be deployed along Japan's Nansei island chain stretching from Kyushu to Yonaguni near Taiwan, Kyodo said.

India VIX inched higher to close at 16.10 on Friday, reflecting heightened market caution and a slight uptick in volatility.

HDFC Bank, HCL Tech, Zomato, RVNL among others will be in focus due to various news developments. Indian Bank The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) recommended Binod Kumar for the post of MD of Chennai-based Indian Bank.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Why do trees weep leaves without warning?Why do the old choose to die in their mountain hamlets?Why did his people turn to terror? In Robin Ngangom’s verse, Poet, part of his collection of poetry, My Invented Land (Speaking Tiger, 2023), the questions are both real and surreal. The bilingual poet, who writes in English and Manipuri, retired from North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong, in January this year.