Sep 14, 2023
Nipah scare in Kerala: Schools, colleges shut in Kozhikode till Sept 17
Kerala has extended holidays for schools and colleges in Kozhikode till September 17
So far, Nipah virus has killed two people and infected three others in Kozhikode
A five-member central team has reached Kozhikode to take stock of the situation
Sep 14, 2023
SoftBank's Arm valued at nearly $60 bn in stellar Nasdaq debut
SoftBank's Arm Holdings was valued at nearly $60 billion in a strong Nasdaq debut on Thursday
Arm had secured a valuation of $54.5 bn on Wednesday after pricing its IPO at the top end of the marketed range
Arm fetched $4.87 billion for SoftBank, which still holds a 90.6% stake
Sep 14, 2023
RBI says 15 large NBFCs to comply with enhanced regulatory requirements in FY24
RBI on Thursday announced the list of NBFCs in the Upper Layer under Scale Based Regulation for NBFCs for FY24
The framework categorises NBFCs in Base Layer (NBFC-BL), Middle Layer (NBFC-ML), Upper Layer (NBFC-UL) and Top Layer (NBFC-TL)
Once an NBFC is classified as NBFC-UL, it shall be subject to enhanced regulatory requirement for at least 5 yrs
Sep 14, 2023
NASA releases new study report on UFOs, shares findings: 'Origin of numerous UAP...'
The US space agency NASA on Thursday released a new study report on unidentified flying objects (UFOs)
NASA said lack of limited number of high-quality observations made it impossible to draw any conclusion
Many witnesses, often military aviators, have reported seeing objects they did not recognise over US airspace
Sep 14, 2023
SRK beats SRK! 'Jawan' tops big box office record of 'Pathaan', sees 2 cr footfalls in 8 days in India
'Jawan' saw the biggest first week at box office for any Hindi movie so far and is tipped to earn over Rs 1,000 crore at global box office
On Thursday, Red Chillies Entertainment said on X that the movie earned over Rs 660 crore in Gross Box-office Collection worldwide so far
'Jawan' and 'Pathaan' are the only two films to top Rs 300 crore net collection in the first week in Hindi
Sep 14, 2023
'New Delhi Declaration' at G20 Summit made G7, BRICS look like sideshows: Economist Jim O’Neill
PM Modi now looks more like a 'visionary statesman' than Chinese prez Xi, says British economist Jim O'Neill
The New Delhi Leaders' Declaration has offered further confirmation that the G20 is the only body with the scope and legitimacy to offer truly global solutions, says O'Neill
Two-day G20 Summit happened in New Delhi on Sept 9, 10
Sep 14, 2023
Manipal Group launches medical learning and test prep app MedAce with live tutoring feature
Offers micro learning modules, live tutoring sessions, online dissection lab, 3D interactive learning, and gamified assessments
Provides PG aspirants with personalised solutions for NEET PG/NExT/INICET/FMGE preparation
Platform is developed in accordance with NExT or National Exit Exam guidelines and adheres to CBME (Competency-Based Medical Education) curriculum
Sep 14, 2023
Lodha, RMI host Sustainability Conclave; present strategies for sector-level sustainability
Lodha, RMI organised a 2-day Sustainability Conclave for the net-zero road map for India’s built environment
The conclave focused on the adoption of strategies that make cities heat resilient, advanced adoption of superefficient air conditioning and fans in India, etc
Lodha committed to becoming a net-zero carbon company by 2035
Sep 14, 2023
Increased participation of new players, evolving regulatory framework to significantly boost Indian spacetech industry: Deloitte
Continued expansion of the new space economy and enabling frameworks will propel India towards scaling up its global space economy to 9 per cent from the current 3 per cent by 2030
Space-as-a-service could potentially transform sectors such as telecommunications, agriculture, health, education, infrastructure, navigation, and strategic defence
Review of global spacetech initiatives and the extension of the PLI scheme to help in making the Indian space sector globally competitive
Sep 14, 2023
Artha Group launches new syndicate fund for family offices and UHNIs, to finalise its first investment in current quarter
The VC firm currently manages assets worth Rs 1000 crore.
The new fund will target bridge funding for growth-stage startups.
New fund to invest in 8-10 companies annually, with each investment at least Rs 10 crore.
Sep 14, 2023
HDFC Mutual Fund launches HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund; here’s all you need to know
An open-ended equity scheme investing in Pharma and Healthcare companies
NFO Period: September 14, 2023 to September 28, 2023
HDFC Mutual Fund sees a big opportunity for Indian pharma companies
Sep 14, 2023
At 3.1%, Delhi records lowest retail inflation in all Indian states/UTs in August
Delhi recorded the lowest inflation in all states and Union Territories (UTs) in August at 3.09%
The highest inflation was posted by Rajasthan at 8.60 per cent followed by Telangana and Haryana
Assam and West Bengal were the other two states with lowest inflation in Aug at 4.01% and 4.79%, respectively
Sep 14, 2023
No upper age limit for Miss Universe contestants from 2024, organisation announces historic decision
Previously the pageant had an upper age limit of 28.
Current Miss Universe announced the decision at New York Fashion Week.
Miss Universe Organisation has seen multiple policy changes under its new owner.
Sep 14, 2023
'Hardest thing I've ever had to write': Laid off Google employee seeks help, says she is 'sole provider' to her family
One of the employees impacted by Google layoffs on Wednesday has sought help on social media
The former HR employee has reached out to people through her social media for any opportunities
Alphabet is the first "Big Tech" company to lay off employees this quarter
Sep 14, 2023
Sensex, Nifty settle at record highs; DCW & Kalyani Steel jump 15%
Indian stock markets settled with mild gains on Thursday.
Nifty50 ended above 20,100, Sensex topped 67,500-mark.
Broader markets outperformed; rose over a per cent each.
Sep 14, 2023
'INDIA wants to destroy Sanatan Dharma': PM Modi slams Opposition over comments by Udhayanidhi Stalin
PM Modi attacked the INDIA alliance over comments on 'Sanatan Dharma' by DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin
Udhayanidhi recently sparked a controversy after he compared 'Sanatan Dharma' with dengue and malaria
While Congress has backed Udhayanidhi, Mamata Banerjee and Raghav Chadha have opposed Stalin's remarks
Sep 14, 2023
UPSC Mains start on September 15, check out the guidelines and all that is allowed
The Mains examination will begin on September 15.
UPSC released the admit card for this round on August 29.
Only the candidates who clear the Mains exam will be allowed to appear in the next round.
Sep 14, 2023
Odisha EOW to question ‘Dulhe Raja’ actor Govinda in Rs 1,000 crore online ponzi scam case: Report
Odisha EOW will question Bollywood actor Govinda in connection with a Rs 1,000 crore online ponzi scam case
The company in question took lakhs from investors in various states of the country
The EOW has arrested the company’s country and Odisha heads Gurtej Singh Sidhu and Nirod Das respectively on August 7
Sep 14, 2023
Coca-Cola unveils futuristic AI-crafted flavour Coca-Cola Y3000; know all about it
Coca-Cola Y3000 is a limited edition mystery flavour
The company brought human intelligence and AI together
Coca-Cola Y3000 Zero Sugar will be available for a limited time in select regions, including the United States, Canada, China, Europe, and Africa
Sep 14, 2023
Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services IPO subscribed 10% on Day 1; retail portion partially booked
Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services to open between Sept 14-18.
Price Band fixed at Rs 156-164 apiece, lot size of 90 shares.
Issue size likely to be over Rs 563 crore, listing at BSE & NSE.
Sep 14, 2023
