The Idea of You: See what we know about Anne Hathaway starrer rom-com’s release date, streaming platform,
Anne Hathaway stars in The Idea of You as Sophie, a 40-year-old single mother who unexpectedly falls for Hayes Campbell, the 24-year-old lead singer of a boyband, while at Coachella with her daughter. The film explores their whirlwind romance and the challenges they face due to their age difference and Hayes' fame. Key Points
Economic TimesSarkar will be poor company for great art
Housing National Museum’s treasures in North-South Blocks is not a good idea. Both atmosphere and public access would be suboptimal. Let’s think of an Key Points
Times Of IndiaWhat Modi’s rise tells us about us
Discover what the rise of Modi tells us about the human condition and nature of society. Explore the cultural construct of the nation-state and its historical roots. Gain insights into the mythic Idea behind the secular nation-states. Learn about the tribes of Europe and the emergence of powerful historical ideas. Dive into the concept of a single document anchoring a republic. Uncover the significance of Modi's rise in understanding the human condition and nature of society. Key Points
Times Of IndiaVodafone Idea share price jumps ahead of Q3 results today. Buy or sell?
Q3 results today: Vodafone Idea shares today opened upside and went on to touch an intraday high of ₹14.95 apiece level, logging around 2.5% rise against the previous close Key Points
mintAmrit and the terror of impermanence
The concept of "amrit," or immortality, has been a prevalent Idea in various cultures throughout history. However, the Idea of impermanence has been fiercely fought in Indian schools of philosophy. While the concept of immortal gods and nectar has been poetic stories for rich and powerful classes, the real value is in immortal ideas or sanatan dharma - the realization that all matter is impermanent and happiness lies beyond material attachment. Key Points
The Economic Times
In relief for Vi & Adani, DoT mulls waiving 5G minimum rollout fine
While Vodafone Idea had bought spectrum in the 26 GHz band as well as in the mid-band (3300-3600 MHz), Adani bought airwaves only in the 26 GHz band. Vodafone Idea bought mid-band spectrum in 17 circles and 26 GHz airwaves in 16 circles whereas Adani bought spectrum in six circles. Key Points
Economic TimesVodafone Idea denies link-up with Musk's Starlink, stock tanks 5%
Vodafone Idea denied media reports claiming it was in talks with Elon Musk's Starlink. The telecom company refuted the speculation, prompted by BusinessWorld's December 29 report, suggesting discussions during the Vibrant Gujarat summit. Vodafone Idea said that it is not engaged in any such discussions with Starlink and is unaware of the basis for the news item. Key Points
Economic TimesFranklin Templeton MF gets Rs 1,398 cr from Vodafone Idea
Franklin Templeton MF side-pocketed its exposure in the telecom player and in January 2020, various securities issued by Vodafone Idea in the schemes were segregated from the total portfolio. The creation of segregated portfolios is a mechanism to separate distressed, illiquid, and hard-to-value assets from other more liquid assets in a portfolio. Key Points
Economic TimesVi now seeks time till Dec to clear its statutory dues
Vodafone Idea has requested an extension until the end of December to clear all of its outstanding statutory dues citing liquidity issues and slower fundraising. In a reply to the Department of Telecommunications input, Vodafone Idea said it hopes to secure cash from banks and third party investors in the near future, and its promoters are committed to supporting the business. Key Points
Economic TimesThere is a right way to investing always
Those who claim to know what to do are either delusional or deluding others, or both. This means those who freely admit that they have no Idea are better off because they actually acknowledge reality and are closer to the right way that you should be investing. Key Points
Economic Times
‘Castes that form only 4% of the total population in Karnataka enjoy 10% reservation’
EWS quota is against basic Idea of reservation, according to Prof. A.B. Ramachandrappa, State convener of Manava Bandhutva Vedike Key Points
The HinduBJP’s Sangamam politics: What is driving Modi govt projects highlighting north-south links
Youth exchange programmes are part of the Union government’s sustained effort to connect disparate regions such as Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, and Andhra Pradesh and Varanasi based on historical links. It is seen as an attempt to deepen the BJP's southern base. Key Points
The Indian ExpressAs Vodafone Idea dials in again for fundraise, will the call connect this time or go unanswered?
Vodafone Idea is considering fundraising options to raise equity capital, crucial for its survival in the telecom industry. The company remains engaged with parties for network expansion and 5G rollout. The stock has seen gains, but concerns about debt and network upgrades persist. Key Points
Economic TimesStocks in news: LIC, SBI Cards, Bharti Airtel, Zomato, Vodafone Idea
The Board of SBI Cards has declared an interim dividend of Rs 2.5 per share for the financial year ending 2023-24. The company has also fixed a record date of March 28 for the proposed dividend. Key Points
Economic TimesExplained: Why Vodafone Idea shares surged over 12% today
Vodafone Idea shares surged over 12 per cent to hit a 52-week high during intraday trade on Friday. Read on to know what led to the surge in the telecom operator's share price. Key Points
India Today
Bombay High Court asks I-T dept to refund Rs 1,128 crore to Vodafone Idea within 30 days
Vodafone Idea tax refund case: The Bombay High Court said that the income tax department failed to follow procedure and directed the tax authorities to refund Vodafone Idea Rs 1,128 crore. The court sought action against the assessing officer for causing loss to the exchequer. The court directed the process to be completed in 30 days. Key Points
Economic TimesTrai imposes over Rs 1 cr penalty on Voda Idea for failure to curb pesky calls, SMS
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) Telecom regulator Trai has imposed over Rs 1 crore penalty on Vodafone Idea for failure to curb pesky calls and SMS, the company said on Friday. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) levied the fine on September 28, Vodafone Idea (VIL) said in a regulatory filing on Friday. “Failure […] Key Points
ThePrintVodafone Idea shuns traditional tech to cut cost of 5G rollout
Vi is doing 5G trials in various circles with vendors such as Mavenir and Samsung using vRAN and ORAN deployment. The total cost of ownership or deployment capex will likely be lower on vRAN and ORAN as it allows vendor interoperability. Thus, it could work well for Vi due to its balance sheet constraints, Ashwinder Sethi, principal at consultancy firm Analysys Mason, told ET. Key Points
Economic TimesAirtel, Vi give 7-8% salary hikes, up to 110% bonuses as competition to retain talent heats up
Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea have given 7-8% increments and up to 110% in bonuses to employees for the fiscal 2023 cycle. However, the increments are lower than expected, with experts predicting average increments of 10-12%. While Vodafone Idea is incentivizing employees to retain talent and to replace those who exit, Reliance Jio is holding back increments and performance-linked incentives for the time being. The incentives for Jio employees meeting the required rating are predicted to be 100% with hikes of around 6%. Key Points
Economic TimesMarkets@record high! But, do you know when to sell?
Selling can seem very black and white but it is actually a lot more grey than we care to admit. Selling can feel like a breakup in a relationship and we know how painful it can be. One of the hardest things in investing is knowing when the right time is to sell. Key Points
Economic Times
With new fund infusion, does Vodafone Idea stand a chance of revival?
Vodafone Idea, struggling under debt, announced a refinancing plan of up to Rs 45,000 crore. The capital infusion aims to pay off dues, expand 4G and roll out 5G. However, challenges like debt servicing and government payouts remain. Survival is crucial for India's telecom sector. Key Points
Economic Times'Lok Sabha polls not fought on level playing field,' says Rahul Gandhi in Washington
The Leader of Opposition in the Lower House is on a four-day visit to the United States. He claims that the elections have destroyed the Idea of 'Modi'. Key Points
ThePrintVodafone Idea seeks shareholder approval for ₹20,000 crore fundraise
In a bid to shore up its finances, Vodafone Idea (VIL) held an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on April 2, seeking shareholder approval to raise a staggering ₹20,000 crore through issuing new securities. The outcome of the vote is yet to be announced. Key Points
mintBharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea exit WiFi JV
Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea have both agreed to sell their stakes in FireFly Networks, a WiFi infrastructure provider, to Singapore-based Manipura Digital Infrastructure OPCO Pte. Ltd. for a total of Rs 12.1 crore. Airtel and Vodafone Idea will each receive Rs 6.05 crore for their stakes. This move ends the joint venture initiated in 2014, with the transaction set to finalize within 45 days of the agreement signing Key Points
Economic TimesBreakout Stocks: How to trade Vodafone Idea, Angel One and MOSL on Thursday
Vodafone Idea has formed a new 52-week high on Wednesday. Fundamentally, the company is expected to secure funding (~Rs 20,000 crore in the form of debt and equity) from investors as per the latest earnings conference call. Key Points
Economic Times
Caste census politics — what Bihar thinks today, Bihar used to think day before yesterday
Kanshi Ram was a genius & a political visionary, his ideas gave India an OBC prime minister. But Bihar-style caste census would be a very sad offering to the rest of the country. Key Points
ThePrintPop Kaun? episode one review: Farhad Samji's new show barely manages to make you laugh-Entertainment News , Firstpost
The rest of the episodes of Pop Kaun? could be funnier or maybe just funny. The opening one wasn't. Key Points
FirstpostTDSAT directs DoT to adjust excess Rs 755.52 cr collected from Voda Idea towards statutory dues
“…we hereby direct the respondent (read: Government of India) to adjust Rs 755.52 crore towards liability of this petitioner (read: Vi) for licence fee and towards spectrum usage charges (SUC) within 15 days from today,” the Telecom Disputes Settlement & Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT) said in an order, dated December 15, 2023. Key Points
Economic TimesVodafone Idea to make significant investments to roll out 5G: KM Birla
Vodafone Idea is set to make significant investments in rolling out 5G networks and expanding 4G coverage throughout India, said Kumar Mangalam Birla, additional director, Vodafone Idea. This commitment was announced at the 7th India Mobile Congress, reflecting the company's determination to support the government's vision, including initiatives like OpenRAN. Key Points
Economic TimesVodafone Idea board meet on April 6 to mull preferential issue of equity shares
This comes after the telecom operator on Tuesday received shareholders approval to raise Rs 20,000 crore through equity linked instruments. Besides raising funds via equity, the cash-strapped operator is also engaging with its lenders for tying up debt funding. Key Points
Economic Times
Vodafone Idea shares zoom 9% on fundraising plans; will the operator taste success?
Vodafone Idea has been struggling for a while to raise capital, which is of utmost significance given the high debt on books. Further, it needs heavy capital investments for network upgradation and rollout of 5G services to compete with rivals Airtel and RJio. On Thursday, AB Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said that the group remains committed and is making all efforts to rope in external investors. The stock had rallied following the comments. Key Points
Economic TimesFormer President Kovind panel set to submit report before Lok Sabha polls
The panel's next meeting is scheduled for February 10 and, before that, it may hold consultations with some more legal luminaries and political leaders, the people said. The committee has so far received responses from 26 of the 47 parties from which it had sought their views on simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Key Points
Economic TimesDaily brief: How shooters got Idea to pose as media persons in Atiq's murder
Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesDeepak Tijori claims Mohit Suri stole his Idea for Zeher but didn't give credit
Deepak Tijori insisted that it was originally his Idea to make a film based on Out of Time. He also shared how he wanted to talk about this to Udita Goswami. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesDay after Kharge’s Opposition unity talk, Rahul targets Trinamool at Meghalaya campaign stop
Congress leader calls BJP a "classroom bully"; hits out at TMC saying, “(In Goa), the Idea was to help the BJP. This is exactly the Idea in Meghalaya.” Key Points
The Indian Express
Scientists find new hack to deal with a warming planet; Here's how
Government scientists propose injecting ice high in the upper atmosphere to reduce water vapor, a greenhouse gas, as a potential method to counteract human-caused warming. However, the Idea is still in the early stages of research and not currently implementable. Key Points
mintBillionaire Kumar Mangalam Birla returns to Vodafone Idea board
Kumar Mangalam Birla also serves as the chairman of conglomerate Aditya Birla Group, which held an 8.36% stake in Vodafone Idea as of Feb. 7 Key Points
FinancialexpressShekhar Kapur: Earlier, the Idea of sexuality meant seducing the girl, but now you’d be caught in MeToo movement
Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur believes that the #MeToo movement has brought positive change to the world of cinema, eliminating the Idea of seduction as a love language and emphasizing the importance of consent. Kapur feels that the movement has had a lasting impact on the industry, improving the treatment of women and making it a more welcoming place for child actors. He has always tried to portray strong female characters in his projects, such as Bandit Queen and Mr. India. | Hollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesIt takes is a touch of magic to change lives
Spacie was also playing rugby on weekends at the Bombay Gym and there was always a bunch of young men watching. “I was looking for a way to make a difference. I had reached out to lots of NGOs and tried different ways but it always seemed to be about Us helping Them | Mumbai news Key Points
Hindustan TimesTech Layoffs in 2023 Are Feeding a New Startup Surge
Hundreds of thousands of workers lost jobs at Google, Meta, and other giants in recent months. Some are deciding to build their own companies. Key Points
WIRED
Sanjiv Bhasin on 5 stocks to bet on in Samvat 2080
Idea is my Diwali pick for the next year and I hope everyone will make money in that. Second pick is Ambuja Cement. In cement, Ambuja is doing extremely well. The port side logistics is adding to its margins and we know that price hike on cement is around the corner. Key Points
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