Новости за 04.05.2024

After weeks of anti-war protests at U.S. universities, some schools, including Brown, Northwestern, and Rutgers, reached agreements with pro-Palestinian protesters to avoid disruptions during final exams and graduation ceremonies. These deals, amid nationwide campus unrest and over 2,400 arrests since April 17, included commitments to review investments in Israel. While universities agreed to discuss divestment, they made no promises to change investments. The protests, which disrupted classes at some schools... Читать дальше...

Hi, this is Pratik Bhakta in Bengaluru. It’s been a busy news week for us here at ETtech covering some of the most important stories in the fintech space. We had a string of big exclusives, wrapping it up here just in case you missed reading them.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has pledged to prevent further petrol bomb attacks in Shillong after a recent spate of incidents. The government is working to ensure such violence doesn't happen again, with police taking steps to make arrests based on evidence. Seven attacks have occurred in less than a month, sparking fears of escalating violence. The CM emphasized the government's commitment to arresting those involved and maintaining law and order. High-profile figures, including Major... Читать дальше...

India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj, highlighted the significant progress in women's leadership within India's Panchayati Raj system. Speaking at a #CPD57 side event, she praised the system's decentralised power structure, facilitating active participation from all residents through the Gram Sabha. Kamboj noted the constitutional amendment mandating one-third of all elected roles be reserved for women, leading to 50% representation in 21 states. She emphasized women's transformative impact... Читать дальше...

Paramount Global will end exclusive negotiations with Skydance Media without a deal, opening the door for a rival bid. Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apollo Global Management have expressed interest in acquiring Paramount Global for $26 billion. The move comes amidst internal turmoil at Paramount, including the replacement of CEO Bob Bakish. Paramount has been struggling with the aftermath of Hollywood strikes, a soft advertising market, and competition in the streaming sector. The potential acquisition... Читать дальше...

Coforge's $220 million acquisition of Cigniti under CEO Singh's leadership aims to expand into new verticals, add fortune-500 clients, and strengthen North America market. Past acquisitions and focus on organic growth indicate a strategic approach to growth.

NPCI-built app to foray into ecommerce space via separate division. Despite marketing challenges, BHIM aims to improve user experience through partnerships and new initiatives like BHIM 2.0.

The bids were submitted after allowing time to the suitors to conduct a limited due diligence that included access to some data and confidential financial information. As the next step, NIIF will communicate a shortlist of suitors over the next few weeks after which two or at best three will be allowed to conduct detailed due diligence, according to the sources.

Godrej Properties, which is part of GIG, will have the right to use the brand for real estate development. GEG entity Godrej & Boyce will use the brand for any development on land parcels it owned on January 1 and it will not undertake any development outside of those holdings.

India's auto industry attracts global players like Honda and Suzuki for exports, with a focus on quality and cost efficiency. The country's emergence as a key manufacturing hub reflects its appeal to major auto manufacturers.

S Jaishankar refutes 'xenophobic' remarks on India's economy by Joe Biden, defends Citizenship Amendment Act, criticizes biased media, and praises PM Modi's leadership. He emphasizes India's openness to diverse societies and the importance of a fair global narrative.

Global and Indian companies like Coca-Cola, Apple, and Reliance Retail anticipate a successful year ahead with strengthened demand post-March, despite global economic challenges. Robust growth forecasts are backed by increased consumer spending and a positive outlook for India's GDP.

The Death of Robin Hood will begin production in February 2025. The story promises to be unique starring Hugh Jackman and Jodie Comer.

Study from Mexico suggest consumption of Avocado leads to reduced risk of diabetes in women. Study also points out that this consumption had no effect on men.