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In recent news, the UN stated that North Korea has been actively involved in “malicious” cyber activities and crypto theft, contributing to nearly half of its foreign currency revenue and funding its weapons programs. 

Ather Energy, the leading electric scooter manufacturer, has introduced a new exchange program aimed at current scooter owners in Bengaluru who are interested in upgrading to the latest models, the 450X or the 450 Apex. This initiative, launched as a pilot program, targets select customers who registered for the Ather Upgrade program in January 2023. Under the Ather Upgrade program, valid until 31st March, owners of Ather 450 Gen 1 and Gen 1.5 who wish to upgrade to the 450X must complete their purchase, invoicing, and registration by 31st March 2024. Similarly, those opting for the 450 Apex have until 30th April to complete the process. Importantly, the entire transaction, including the handover of the old scooter, is expected to be completed on the same day. To participate, owners need to bring their scooter to the Ather Space Experience Center located in Indiranagar, Bengaluru. Trained personnel will conduct a thorough assessment of the scooter's condition and verify any pending traffic violations or fines. Based on these checks, Ather Energy will determine the eligibility of the owner for the exchange program.

The IPO is entirely a fresh equity issue of 30 lakh shares worth Rs 26 crore.

Sweden’s Riksbank has released its final report on its central bank digital currency (CBDC), the e-Krona, which focused on offline payments.

Hong Kong’s central bank cautioned the public Wednesday about schemes falsely claiming association with its e-HKD pilot projects. The warning comes as Hong Kong explores the potential of a central bank digital currency through various trial projects.

Neuralink on Wednesday live-streamed its first patient playing an online chess game using the company's chip implant to move the mouse. Neuralink is testing its brain implant technology for «people with paralysis to control external devices with their thoughts».

Time Technoplast, a leading manufacturer of polymer products, has seen its shares grow exponentially over the last four years, rewarding its shareholders handsomely. After facing two consecutive years of decline in CY18 and CY19, the company's shares made a sharp recovery in the subsequent year and have consistently maintained an upward trend since then. Over the last four years, the shares have grown from ₹24 apiece to the present trading price of ₹207, translating into a gain of 762%.

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Debi Lucas had a tremor in her arm. Her feet froze when she tried to walk and she fell into her coffee table, busting her lip. She went to a neurologist who thought she had Parkinson’s disease.

ALSO READ: James Anderson becomes 1st pacer and 3rd bowler to take 700 test wickets, Sachin Tendulkar calls it ‘simply magnificent’ Aaron first grabbed headlines in 2008 for his raw pace, but couldn't play for India as much as he would have loved to. Remembering one of the instances, Aaron ended up picking three wickets during his Test debut for India against West Indies in November of 2011, after speaking with Sachin Tendulkar. "We were playing at the Wankhede Stadium.

The FOMC day is finally here, and all the attention will turn to the Fed’s latest economic projections and Powell’s press conference.

have registered for using CUET-UG scores for their admission in UG programmes. More are joining...." Earlier in the day, the UGC chairman outlined the initiatives taken by the higher education regulator in the country for conducting the Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduates (CUET UG) 2024. Kumar said to improve the overall testing experience for candidates appearing in CUET UG 2024, the difficulty level of the entrance exam has been reduced to moderate, accessibility enhanced, and logistical challenges have been reduced to make the test stress-free for the candidates, reported ANI.

BEML successfully test-fired its indigenous 1500 HP engine for military vehicles at its Mysuru plant. The test-firing, inaugurated by Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane, marks a milestone in India's journey towards self-reliance in defense technologies. Advancing India's Defense Capabilities The 1500 HP engine project is a key step towards realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat. Giridhar Aramane highlighted the project's importance, stating that it represents a significant stride towards enhancing India's military capacity on the global stage. He emphasized that the engine's development heralds a transformative movement, showcasing India's prowess in defense technologies.

Investing.com-- Bitcoin sank to a two-week low on Wednesday, deepening losses to as far as $60,000 as investors locked-in profits ahead of a Federal Reserve meeting, while heavy capital outflows from a major exchange-traded fund also weighed. 

CUET-UG. Speaking to ANI, UGC chief M Jagadesh Kumar on Wednesday said National Testing Agency, responsible for conducting the CUET, will announce the cities where students have to write the test a week before the test date. «Since this time, NTA is conducting CUET-UG in hybrid mode, we will have more centres in cities, and students will get the centres of their choice. For security reasons, students can download admit cards a few days before the test,» he said.

BSE Sensex hovering near record highs. However, brokerage firms are adopting a cautious stance following this prolonged rally. Phillip Capital, in a recent report, predicted that Nifty's euphoric rally is likely to see a sharp decline.

North Korea has successfully conducted a ground-jet test of a solid-fuel engine for a new type of intermediate hypersonic missile amid heightened tensions on the Korean peninsula, according to Yonhap News Agency. Reportedly, hypersonic missiles are on the list of sophisticated weapons North Korean leader Kim Jong-un vowed to develop during a key party congress in 2021, along with nuclear-powered submarines, spy satellites and solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missiles. The missiles travel at a speed of at least Mach 5, five times the speed of sound, and are designed to be maneuverable on unpredictable flight paths and fly at low altitudes.

Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant will be under scrutiny on their return to action as the Indian Premier League begins on Friday, with the T20 World Cup hot on its heels. The 17th edition of the world's richest cricket league is expected to end close to the June 1 start of the World Cup in the West Indies and United States. Organisers have released only the first two weeks of the IPL schedule so far because it clashes with India's six-week-long general election.

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) manifesto for Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Stalin also announced a list of candidates from the ruling party of Tamil Nadu for the elections beginning April 19. Stalin's sister and member of parliament (MP) Kanimozhi and other party leaders were also present at event in Chennai.

SSC GD Answer Key: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is likely to release the answer keys for the recently concluded SSC GD Constable 2024 exam on their official website, https://ssc.nic.in/, on Wednesday, March 20, Hindustan Times reported. The computer-based test (CBT) for Constable vacancies across Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in the Assam Rifles was conducted from February 14 to March 7, 2024. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has undertaken a massive recruitment drive to fill 26,146 vacancies across various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

₹100 to ₹106 per equity share of face value of ₹10 each. TAC Infosec IPO will open for subscription on Wednesday, March 27, and close on Tuesday, April 2.