Allahabad HC acquits accused Surender Koli, Maninder Singh Pandher in Nithari killings case
In 2007, 19 cases were lodged against Pandher, his domestic help Koli. Both were sentenced to death for rape & murder. CBI filed closure reports in 3 cases due to lack of evidence. Key Points
ThePrintUS continues monitoring India's restrictions on ICT imports, raises concerns on digital trade barriers
The United States has expressed ongoing concerns about India's restrictions on the import of certain information and communications technology (ICT) products, including laptops, tablets, and servers. In its National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers for 2024, the US Trade Representative highlighted issues such as politically motivated content takedown requests and complex customs procedures in India. Key Points
Economic TimesGlobalFoundries eyes tieups for fab unit in India
GlobalFoundries was earlier in talks with a few companies from the country. Those plans, however, did not materialize owing to the latters lack of credible expertise and experience in manufacturing electronics products, a source said. Key Points
Economic TimesHollywood Foreign Press group to be shut down as Golden Globe Awards sold to private investors
The sale comes as HFPA struggled to repair its reputation after backlash over its ethics and lack of diversity, which led U.S. TV network NBC to drop the Golden Globes ceremony. Key Points
ThePrintResidents of Dombivli project protest over lack of promised amenities
Angry residents of Runwal My city housing complex, who had been raising their grievances with the builder over several emails and meetings for the last four years, took to the streets after their demands were not met. They held placards criticising the developer. Their complaints ranged from lack of proper roads, non-availability of water, to lack of access to the club house, lack of boundary wall and unpaid property tax by the developer. | Mumbai news Key Points
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Skill gap widens at mid-senior level as technological advances gather speed
As technology continues to evolve, leadership roles require urgent decision-making and upskilling. A McKinsey report predicts that automation will displace 800 million jobs by 2030 but also create 950 million new jobs. Cloud, data, and AI are identified as the biggest skill gaps for mid-senior professionals. Key Points
Economic TimesModi charisma key factor for BJP to retain all Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat
Lok Sabha polls in Gujarat will be held in a single phase on May 7. Counting of votes will be held on June 4. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesPaytm & its payments bank discontinue inter-company agreements to reduce dependencies
Paytm didn't say what agreements were being terminated. Payments bank agreed to simplify shareholders’ agreement to 'support Paytm Payments Bank‘s governance, independent of shareholders'. Key Points
ThePrintMutual Funds or stocks: Where should you invest for better returns?
Investing in equities through mutual funds offers a straightforward solution to many challenges, bringing several benefits. One advantage is disciplined diversification. Fund managers adhere to rules that enforce diversification across the portfolio. Most individual investors lack the expertise or discipline to achieve this level of diversification. Key Points
Economic TimesAgra court hands two life imprisonment for killing Dalit man 15 years ago
Three people had brutally beaten up victim, a bicycle mechanic, over minor dispute in 2007. Third accused was let off due to lack of evidence. Key Points
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Governance lapses, irregularities prompt LPs to drive changes in startup investments
An LP (an individual or an entity) is the money behind a VC or private equity fund. In the past 12-18 months, allegations of governance lapses or financial irregularities have surfaced at startups such as BharatPe, Trell, Zilingo, Mojocare, Phablecare and 4B Networks. Prompted by these reported instances of mismanagement and lack of oversight, LPs are driving changes in their relationships with VCs who recommend and manage their investment funds. Key Points
Economic TimesReliance Jio posts slowest profit, revenue growth in six quarters
Reliance Jio Infocomm, the telecom arm of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries (RELI.NS), reported its slowest profit and revenue growth in six quarters on Friday, hit by higher expenses and a lack of recent tariff hikes. Key Points
ReutersUS stocks: Wall Street ends down as debt-ceiling clouds hover
International Business News: US stocks fell, with the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average both down by 0.73% and 0.77%, respectively. The Nasdaq Composite dropped 0.61%. Key Points
Times Of Indialack of coordination and quota led to Karnataka defeat: BJP leaders
The anti-incumbency against the party's state government and inability to counter Congress '40% Sarkara campaign' were also cited as major reasons for BJP's defeat, sources said. The meeting was attended by BJP general secretary (organisation) BL Santhosh, national general secretaries Arun Singh, CT Ravi, state unit head Nalin Kateel and former CM Basavaraj Bommai. Key Points
Economic Times10 Inspirational Quotes by Jack Ma on Entrepreneurship and Persistence
Jack Ma Yun is a Chinese business tycoon, investor and philanthropist. He is a co-founder of the global technology firm Alibaba Group. Key Points
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Tucker Carlson emerges on Twitter, doesn’t mention Fox News
Tucker Carlson posted a two-minute video on Twitter, two days after Fox News fired him, talking about a lack of honest political debate in the media. In the post, he didn’t address why he suddenly became unemployed. Key Points
India TodayShefali Shah: 'A person once told me 'You look so good on TV but', was just amused at this ridiculous lack of decency'-Entertainment News , Firstpost
The actress then shared the one comment that left her amused. 'The most epic one was years ago when one person said “T.V pe toh achi lagti hai”. I wasn’t angry I was just amused at this ridiculous lack of decency.' Key Points
FirstpostFox News boss was angry with anchors for fact-checking Trump: ‘Bad for business’
Donald Trump News: “This has to stop now. This is bad business and there is clearly a lack of understanding," Suzanne Scott said. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesMaya raises student suicides, blames ‘caste exploitation’
Government neglect, lack of rule of law and increasing caste exploitation are leading to increasing cases of suicide in higher educational institutes. The governments need to take urgent steps to check the trend, Maya said. Key Points
Hindustan TimesKashmiri artist on mission to revitalize traditional folk theatre ‘Bhand Pather’
Bhand Pather is a centuries-old form of Kashmiri traditional folk theatre. It frequently takes place in public areas. According to the Guru Shishya Parampara, it is an oral tradition in which the scripts are passed down from one generation to the next. Key Points
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