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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Mumbai: At the 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL), CEO Punit Goenka addressed shareholders’ concerns, outlining strategies for growth and updates on ongoing legal challenges. He reaffirmed the company’s commitment to navigating the evolving media landscape while creating long-term value for stakeholders.

This comes ahead of the 2 December 2024 deadline for the SDR naming and marketing rules. Asset managers that filed a request to adopt one of the four labels before October 2024 will have until 2 April 2025 to comply. Columbia Threadneedle adopts SDR 'Sustainability Focus' labels on nine funds The M&G Positive Impact fund was launched in 2018, holds £209m in assets and is managed by John William Olsen and head of impact strategy Ben Constable-Maxwell. The strategy aims to identify high quality, high impact investments to include in the portfolio, which is diversified across six area...

Continued growth in production of iron ore in the current financial year shows the robust demand conditions in the user industry. Coupled with growth in aluminium and copper, these growth trends point towards continued strong economic activity in user sectors such as energy, infrastructure, construction, automotive and machinery.

Ben Affleck is gearing up to celebrate his first Thanksgiving since his divorce from Jennifer Lopez. Affleck is reportedly in a happy space after he has parted ways with Lopez. The Oscar-winning 'Good Will Hunting' dream team of Ben Affleck and Matt Damon is busy filming their upcoming movie RIP in Los Angeles. This Thanksgiving is a pivotal moment for Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez- the first holiday season they've spent apart since submitting their divorce filing back in August. According to reports, Ben Affleck is prioritizing time with his children amid a busy filming schedule. ALSO READ: Ben Affleck-Jennifer Lopez divorce: Actor rocks new look ahead of Thanksgiving, pic goes viral

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd on Thursday said the Ministry of Corporate Affairs has levied penalties on certain past and present directors and officials, including CMD Dilip Shanghvi, for non-disclosure and not obtaining approval of its board and shareholders for certain related party transactions. The company has received an order from the Regional Director, North Western Region, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, for alleged violations of certain provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries said in a regulatory filing. «A total combined compounding fee is levied on certain past and present directors/officers of the company — Dilip Shanghvi (Rs 9.5 lakh), Sudhir Valia (Rs 9 lakh); Sailesh Desai (Rs 9 lakh); K Subramanian (Rs 1.5 lakh); Uday Baldota (Rs 6 lakh) and C Muralidharan (Rs 1.5 lakh),» the filing said. This matter pertains to the earlier investigation carried out by SEBI, in which a settlement was reached with the markets regulator in February 2021 without admission or denial of guilt; however, on the same matter, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs also initiated an investigation in parallel in 2019, it added.

supply chain and manufacturing capabilities. Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) major ITC too is focusing on digitising its business strategies, so it remains not only agile but also resilient and efficient, ready to adapt to an ever-changing landscape. In an interaction with ET Digital, B Sumant, Executive Director, ITC Ltd, explains how the FMCG company is embedding digital innovation in its operations, minimizing the environmental footprint while maintaining high-performance levels. Our initiatives are anchored on synchronizing planning and forecasting, ensuring a resilient supply chain, adds Sumant. Edited excerpts: The Economic Times (ET): Can you list a few key strategies companies are implementing to enhance resilience in their supply chains especially in the face of global disruptions? B Sumant (BS): Digital is at the core of everything we do at ITC today. We are institutionalizing a ‘Digital First Culture’ with digital adoption being implemented across every node of our operations spanning Smart sourcing, Smart insighting, Smart manufacturing, smart distribution and Smart consumers. In today's volatile global landscape, building resilience in our supply chain is not just about surviving disruptions—it's about thriving in them. At ITC, we leverage cutting-edge technologies such as AI, ML, and IoT to drive real-time insights and automate processes. These technologies make our supply chain more agile and responsive, enabling real-time inventory optimization and stock management.

Vande Bharat train services were operational with enhanced safety features and modern passenger amenities as on November 21, the government has informed the Lok Sabha. In a written reply on Wednesday, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said these safety features and modern passenger amenities were automatic train protection system KAVACH, faster acceleration, fully-sealed gangway, automatic plug doors, better ride comfort, mini pantry with provision of hot case, bottle cooler, deep freezer and hot water boiler, among many others. The minister was responding to questions raised by nine MPs from various political parties who wanted to know the rationale behind launching the Vande Bharat Express, their occupancy, amenities, passenger feedback and services in Maharashtra as well as on the New Delhi-Kathgodam route. Vaishnaw said, «Presently, 22 Vande Bharat services, on originating or terminating basis, are catering to the needs of stations located in the state of Maharashtra.»

«The situation in Bangladesh is now not normal. An interim government has taken over the reins there, which has launched attacks on minorities. I would appeal to the people who are secular to launch a movement to change the present government in Bangladesh», the CPI(M) leader told reporters. Notably, former Bangladesh Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud, in an interview with PTI, accused the interim government headed by chief advisor Muhammad Yunus of allowing «mobocracy» to replace democracy.

Shares of Prestige Estates Projects Ltd.(up 2.59 per cent), Oberoi Realty Ltd.(up 1.35 per cent), Brigade Enterprises Ltd.(up 0.74 per cent) and Phoenix Mills Ltd.(up 0.41 per cent) ended the day as top gainers in the pack.

Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that all measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-IV), except those affecting schools, will remain in force until 2 December. The court emphasised the urgency of taking action against officials responsible for «serious lapses» in implementing these anti-pollution measures. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) informed the court that show-cause notices had been issued to the Delhi Police Commissioner, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) Commissioner, and the Delhi Transport Department for failing to comply with orders aimed at curbing air pollution in the capital. The court criticised the authorities, citing a report that revealed an «abject failure» to enforce GRAP-IV restrictions effectively.

Shares of Exide Industries Ltd.(up 2.7 per cent) and Bharat Forge Ltd.(up 0.29 per cent) ended the day as top gainers in the pack.

IDEAS 2024) to export defence products and equipment including advanced drones, fighter jets, commercial and logistic ships, electronic warfare equipment, and radars, Ministry of Defence Production Secretary Lt Gen (Retd) Chiragh Haider told PTI. Haider said the 12th edition of IDEAS held last week amidst tight security in Karachi was a big success and ended with a lot of potential export agreements.

Tech Mahindra (TechM), India’s fifth-largest IT services company, has established a development centre at its office in Bengaluru, in partnership with electronic design and computer storage device manufacturing firm Universal Scientific Industrial (Shanghai), USI. It is USI’s first engineering offshore development center (ODC) in India. Located at Tech Mahindra’s Bengaluru office, the development center will accelerate innovation in smart device engineering, Tech Mahindra said in a statement. The center marks a milestone for USI as it expands its engineering capabilities to India, for enhancing device software development, hardware design, and testing.

Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) serves as a central entity in fostering economic growth and diversification in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. ADIO’s strategic emphasis on nurturing knowledge-based industries is the driving force behind Abu Dhabi’s aspiration to become a leading global center for innovation and sustainability.

Hemant Soren was sworn in as the 14th Chief Minister of Jharkhand on Thursday in a grand ceremony attended by several prominent political leaders. Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar administered the oath of office and secrecy to the 49-year-old leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM). This marks Soren's fourth stint as Chief Minister. He retained the Barhait seat in the recent assembly elections, defeating BJP's Gamliyel Hembrom by a margin of 39,791 votes.

generative AI (GenAI) will significantly enhance the effectiveness of their tax functions, said a study on Thursday. Globally, 87 per cent of leaders echo this sentiment, underscoring GenAI's potential to revolutionize tax functions worldwide, said a EY Tax and Finance Operations (TFO) Survey 2024. Based on insights from 1,600 leaders across 32 countries and 18 industries, including 70 CFOs and tax leaders of leading Indian corporates, the global survey highlighted key challenges in the tax and finance domain. It said, «94 per cent of CFOs and finance and tax leaders in India believe generative AI (GenAI) will significantly enhance the effectiveness of their tax functions — a remarkable increase from just 19 per cent in 2023, highlighting a growing recognition of GenAI's potential in the tax landscape.»

sugar industry. NFCSF President Harshvardhan Patil warned that the «misinformation» could potentially disrupt sugar sales, particularly among major buyers like Coca-Cola and Pepsi, who might be pressured to avoid purchasing sugar from Maharashtra and Gujarat. «The media report is far from ground realities,» Patil told reporters, emphasising that the federation has already reached out to the US Consulate, Union Home Ministry, and Prime Minister's Office. An investigation is currently underway. Explaining the unique harvesting practices, Patil highlighted the difference between southern and northern states. In Maharashtra and Gujarat, manual harvesting remains prevalent, with skilled workers supplied by middlemen called 'mokadam' who are responsible for recruiting and transporting labourers.

Miao joins a host of high-ranking figures, including two former defence ministers, to fall foul of a sweeping crackdown in the country's military in just over a year. Analysts say corruption may have eroded Chinese combat readiness — raising fears in Beijing as it conducts its largest military build-up in decades.

The XUV 9e sports a coupe-SUV design with a sloping roofline and a distinct triangular headlamp arrangement. It measures 4,789 mm in length and offers 663 liters of boot space plus an additional 150 liters in the front trunk. The BE 6e features a more sculpted design with a minimalist front end. It measures 4,371 mm long and provides 455 liters of boot space and a 45-liter front trunk. Both SUVs offer two battery pack choices: 59 kWh and 79 kWh, using LFP chemistry. Mahindra claims the larger battery provides a real-world range exceeding 500 km. Both models support fast charging, reaching 20% to 80% charge in 20 minutes with a 175 kW DC charger. The XUV 9e with the 79 kWh battery generates 286 hp and 380 Nm of torque, achieving 0-100 kmph in 6.7 seconds. The BE 6e with the same battery produces 288 bhp and 380 Nm of torque, also achieving 0-100 kmph in 6.7 seconds.

State Bank of India, are reviewing their exposure to Adani Group and examining whether they need to tighten their due diligence when offering new loans to them, after the U.S. accused Chairman Gautam Adani of bribery, eight bankers said. Bank of India, Union Bank, ICICI Bank, Canara Bank, IDBI Bank and RBL Bank, which have a relatively smaller exposure to the group, are also undertaking a similar exercise. A review would not necessarily entail any change in the lenders' credit approach with regards to the group.