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Pope Francis Inspires Hope Across The Globe For A Reason
His Recent Autobiography Shows A Zest For Inclusion And Diversity That Long Predates His Papacy
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February 27, 2025
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Alibaba makes Wan 2.1 open source
Chinese e-commerce leader Alibaba said on Wednesday its video- and image-generating artificial intelligence model Wan 2.1 is now publicly available—or open source—in a move likely to increase its uptake and intensify competition in AI.
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February 27, 2025
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EU chief leads team for trade deal talks
Negotiations between India and the European Union (EU) on a trade deal, including tariff and non-tariff barriers, and the creation of a bilateral strategic agenda will be in focus during European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen's visit to New Delhi this week.
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February 27, 2025
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India Quotient's fund draws global interest
VC firm is raising $130 mn for its largest fund to back early-stage ventures
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February 27, 2025
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IndiGo to induct 3 more Boeing 787-9
IndiGo on Wednesday said it will induct three more Boeing 787-9 planes in its fleet under a damp lease arrangement with Norse Atlantic Airways, as it prepares to launch flights to Europe from mid-summer this year.
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February 27, 2025
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BP to boost oil and gas investment to $10 bn
P slashed investment in renewable energy and said on Wednesday that it will increase annual oil and gas spending to $10 billion, in a major strategy shift aimed at boosting earnings and shareholder returns.
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February 27, 2025
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Meet the World's 24 Superbillionaires
Of the 24 people, 16 qualified as centi-billionaires, meaning they have a net worth of at least $100 billion
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February 27, 2025
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Trump to sell 'gold cards' for $5 mn path to US citizenship
U.S President Donald Trump unveiled plans Tuesday to sell new \"gold card\" residency permits for a price of $5 million each and said Russian oligarchs may be eligible.
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February 27, 2025
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$1.4 bn tax demand on Volkswagen: HC asks for affidavit
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday directed the customs department to explain through an affidavit how its September 2024 show-cause notice raising a tax demand of $1.4 billion from Skoda Auto Volkswagen India was not barred by limitation.
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February 27, 2025
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Mega-cap meltdown: Stock pickers get their mojo back
Big tech will face perhaps its earnings test on Wednesday, when AI darling Nvidia reports results after the bell
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February 27, 2025
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UpGrad to create an AI incubator
Edtech unicorn UpGrad has earmarked ₹100 crore to create an artificial intelligence (AI) incubator, to boost innovation in learning and skilling space, a top company official said.
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February 27, 2025
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Zydus set to launch VaxiFlu-4 vaccine
Zydus Lifesciences on Wednesday said it is introducing a vaccine for protection against new strain of influenza virus.
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February 27, 2025
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Hotel investments shift to smaller cities
Of 47,500 hotel rooms signed across more than 486 properties in 2024, 74% were in tier-II, III and IV cities
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February 27, 2025
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Apple Votes for Its Diversity Policies
Apple shareholders voted to keep the tech giant's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies on Tuesday, a win for management which had opposed efforts by a conservative group to scrap the program.
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February 27, 2025
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India Must Seize Supply Chain Disruption as Opportunity: Kant
He said that India has the potential to dominate sectors like battery manufacturing
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February 27, 2025
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Spotify CEO Urges EU to Hit Apple for Flouting Tech Rules
Ek said the iPhone maker's attempts to step into line with the EU's Digital Markets Act DMA are a \"farce\"
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February 27, 2025
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Lenders warn of credit risk as EU eases ESG rules
The EU's executive arm proposes scaling back CSRD, exempting 80% of initially covered firms
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February 27, 2025
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Melatonin pills could help repair DNA
Melatonin supplements could boost the body's ability to repair DNA damage related to night shift work, potentially lowering cancer risk among this group of workers, a study suggested.
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February 26, 2025
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Apple voters may reaffirm diversity
Apple shareholders are expected to reject an attempt to pressure the technology trendsetter into scrapping its corporate programmes designed to diversify its workforce.
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February 26, 2025
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RBI's bank domain name switch does little to tackle online fraud
Moving banks to '.bank.in' websites will not really address the dangers that lurk in digital spaces
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February 26, 2025
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'Qcom may struggle to maintain growth'
India's booming quick-commerce sector may struggle to maintain its current pace of growth as expansion beyond major cities remains limited and competition from larger e-commerce players intensifies, according to a report by Blume Ventures.
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February 26, 2025
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UltraTech Cement to spend $206 mn on cables, wires biz
UltraTech plans to deepen its foothold in the construction materials business
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February 26, 2025
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Snapchat provides a glimpse into the future of AR glasses
Snapchat's fifth-generation Spectacles, while not consumer-ready, represent a significant leap in AR tech
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February 26, 2025
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Reel revolution: How micro-dramas are redefining entertainment
Industry experts point out that the boundaries between long-and short-form storytelling are blurring
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February 26, 2025
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Centre weighs solar manufacturing sops
The plan has the backing of top advisers in the PM's office, and is expected to be presented in the cabinet soon
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February 26, 2025
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India Considers Bankruptcy Law Revamp
The government is considering changes to its bankruptcy laws, including streamlining court processes, amid growing concerns over lengthy proceedings and low recovery rates.
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February 26, 2025
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Lilly Cuts Price of Zepbound Vials to Battle Cheaper Copycats
Eli Lilly & Co. is ramping up the fight against cheaper, copycat versions of Zepbound by lowering prices for a version of its blockbuster obesity drug.
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February 26, 2025
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China's currency defence takes toll on big banks, bond funds
China's strategy of defending its currency by choking local liquidity is sending ripples throughout the financial system, squeezing banks and fuelling losses at bond funds.
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February 26, 2025
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Larisa eyes small cities after merger with AM Hotel
The company will operate under three distinct brands—Larisa Hotels, AM Hotel Kollection and 8Fold Hotel
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February 26, 2025
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Karnataka ordinance does what microlenders feared
Collection efficiency of NBFC MFIs has fallen below 90% in northern districts of Karnataka
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