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As per the regulatory filings from more than a dozen large electronics companies for fiscal 2023, the remunerations of Indian chief executives working in domestic and multinational companies were higher than the expat heads. For instance, Indian CEOs at Sony, Blue Star and Crompton Greaves took home more money than their foreign counterparts at the local units of Samsung, LG and Vivo that had a much larger scale of business. Industry executives attributed this trend to more companies betting on localising their senior management and being ready to pay a premium to such executives.

Star Trek Online enthusiasts with the launch of "Star Trek Online: Both Worlds," the 31st season of the iconic free-to-play Star Trek MMORPG. Scheduled to debut on January 23 for PC, the update will extend its reach to PlayStation and Xbox consoles on March 12. This latest installment promises an immersive experience as players confront the Borg King, the mastermind behind a perilous threat looming over the multiverse.

Gabriel Attal as the new prime minister of the country. The 34-year-old Attal is not only the youngest prime minister of the country but is also the first-ever openly gay PM of France. Also Read: India invites French President Emmanuel Macron as Chief Guest for Republic Day 2024 celebrations He is known to be a rising star of French politics as he takes on the role after a bruising year for Macron who saw opposition in the country over pensions and immigration schemes.

Nicole Eggert, renowned for her roles in Baywatch and 80s sitcom Charles In Charge, has disclosed that she is facing breast cancer at the age of 51. The actress revealed to People Magazine that she received a diagnosis of stage 2 cribriform carcinoma breast cancer in early December, describing the journey to diagnosis as «rough.» Despite the challenges, Eggert relies on inspirational quotes to navigate through this difficult time.

Retik Finance (RETIK) has not only captured the attention of the cryptocurrency community but has now etched its success in the annals of fundraising history. The highly anticipated Presale Stage 4 of Retik Finance has not only sold out but has propelled the project’s total funds raised beyond the impressive milestone of $6.5 million.

Investors who missed it earlier now have the opportunity to board the PSU bank bus offering attractive entry points to long term investors. Index returns by 12-stock Nifty PSU Bank is to the tune of 32% over a 1-year period which is higher than 11.36% returns delivered by Nifty Bank and 19.57% by broader Nifty50. Individually, Punjab National Bank (PNB), Central Bank of India and Union Bank of India have given returns of 66%, 62% and 51%. Other including Bank of Maharashtra, Indian Bank, Canara Bank, Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), UCO Bank Bank of India, Bank of Baroda (BoB) and State Bank of India (SBI) have given income of 49% and 4.27% during this period with index heavyweight SBI featuring as the biggest laggard. PSU banks remain beneficiaries of a benign macro with valuations offering comfort, JM Financial said while picking SBI and BoB as its top bet.

Tiger Woods, arguably the greatest golfer ever, announced Monday that he will part ways with Nike Corp. The brand has been synonymous with Woods for years, providing the clothing for his 15 major championships and 82 PGA titles.

Tiger Woods is no longer a Nike athlete after 27 years, ending a partnership between the swoosh and golf’s biggest star and raising questions about the future of both in the sport

Ashneer Grover has hit back at Bollywood star Ranveer Singh for sharing a photo of Maldives by mistake while joining in the boycott of the island, in a bid to promote Indian counterparts. Retweeting a post of Emmy-winning actor-comedian Vir Das, the former ‘Shark Tank India’ judge took a potshot at the ‘Gully Boy’ star’s general knowledge blunder.

Oppenheimer emerged as the dominant force at the Golden Globe Awards, securing five accolades, including the coveted top prize. Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr received recognition for their exceptional performances, with Christopher Nolan clinching the award for best director. The film's success was further underscored as it won best drama film. In the realm of television, Succession took the spotlight, garnering the most wins in the TV categories following its acclaimed fourth and final season. Meanwhile, Barbie made history by winning the inaugural box office achievement award, a testament to its global earnings of $1.4 billion (£1.13 billion).

lunar lander close to human remains and a marketing activity by a manufacturer of sports drinks. Since the landing of Apollo 17 in the year 1972, Peregrine Mission – 1 is the first US spacecraft to land on the surface of the moon, taking off at 7:18 am UK time. Astrobotic, the American company is controlling the robotic lander of a garden shed's size. The start-up has been paid $108m for getting the five scientific instruments that will be carried to the moon. The cost stands at a fraction of the cost for the launch of its mission.

Washing Machine, while a reliable workhorse, is facing tough competition from a range of top load alternatives that cater to those seeking a more tailored solution for their laundry needs. These smaller models not only promise efficiency but also boast features that cater to the evolving needs of modern households. Beyond the realms of Samsung, various other top brands have stepped into the arena, offering their own compact washing solutions that aim to redefine the laundry experience.

Maldives Deputy Minister Of Youth Empowerment to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who recently undertook a trip to the Union Territory of Lakshwadeep, sparked outrage in the country. Several Indian netizens took to social media to call out the racist remarks against Indians and the PM. Hashtags such as #ExploreIndianIslands and #MaldivesOut also trended on X (formerly Twitter)

NFL star Travis Kelce. The cat, named Olivia Benson, has a net worth of $97 million. This makes the feline one of the richest cats in the world. Kelce, who is tight end at Kansas City Chiefs, has net worth of $40 million, as per a report in New York Post. As per a recent compilation by the website AllAboutCats.com resembling a Forbes-style list of the globe's wealthiest pets, a Scottish Fold cat has secured a significant fortune through its appearances alongside its owner in numerous music videos.

Jo Koy was selected as the host for the Golden Globes 2024. Notably, more renowned comedians, such as Chris Rock, purportedly declined the hosting opportunity. Additionally, former Golden Globes hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler reportedly conveyed that they are no longer interested in taking on the role. Koy is the second Asian host in Globes history. Sandra Oh emceed the show in 2019. He wants to the inspire those from the Asian community in his first major hosting gig.

Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed as «heroic» the successful conduct of an operation by the Indian Navy to free a merchant ship from the clutches of pirates in the North Arabian Sea. Addressing the 58th conference of the DGPs and the IGPs here, Modi also referred to the success of India's first solar mission craft Aditya L1 and said it is a testament to the power of India and the prowess of Indian scientists. «Two days ago, the Indian Navy completed a very successful heroic operation.

India vs Afghanistan: The Board of Control for Cricket (BCCI) on Sunday released Team India's squad for the upcoming IDFC First Bank T20 international series against Afghanistan. The T20 series will mark the return of skipper Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli, who will play the shortest format of the game after 14 months. The selectors have decided to give some rest to India's star pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj who bowled some impressive spells in South Africa.

The 81st Golden Globe Awards will be broadcast live from the Beverly Hilton hotel, beginning at 8 pm (ET) on January 7, Sunday. It will air beginning at 5 pm on the West Coast. It will be the first major broadcast of awards season, with a new home on CBS.

Bollywood movie of 2023 managed to earn ₹3.5 crore on Day 17. The Rajkumar Hirani movie has earned ₹212.22 crore net in India so far. As per Sacnilk, the movie has crossed ₹250.5 crore gross Box Office in the domestic market while earning ₹164 crore in the overseas market.

Salaar box office collection Day 16: After less than optimal collection on Friday, Prabhas' Salaar: Part One- Ceasefire' saw an improvement in its box office collections, minting ₹5.3 crore on Day 16 in the second week since its release. This is the third Saturday run for the movie. The film, available in Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil, and Hindi has performed well in the first 16 days at the box office, earning a net of ₹387.05 crore in India, according to data by Sacnilk.

ALSO READ: OTT releases this week: From Tejas to Hi Nanna, Watch THESE movies or web series over the weekend The movie, directed by Maneesh Sharma and produced by Yash Raj Films, marked the entry of the production house's fifth entry in its spy universe. The four previous movies include Ek The Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, and Pathaan.