Bengaluru software engineer earning Rs 58 lakh pens note on loneliness
The post has gone viral on social media, with many others sharing similar experiences. Amit Mastud, Co-founder and CTO of Upscale, advised him to join a startup or start something of his own, seeing that it could be an energizing and valuable experience. Other Twitter users shared their experiences and expressed empathy towards the software engineer. Key Points
Economic TimesPlayer survived hockey accident like Adam Johnson's, has had PTSD for years
Clint Malarchuk recalls surviving a freak hockey accident similar to the one that killed Adam Johnson: His throat was cut by a skate during a game. He's had PTSD. Key Points
InsiderStart preparing for a buy-on-dips approach: Anand James explains why
The writing is on the wall with 18300 on the horizon. There are two opportunities ahead of us. One, play for a bounce off 50 DMA, near which we have closed for the last two days. Second, prepare for a buy on dips approach, while taking cues from the fact that even a tiresome bear phase that unfolded in Dec 2022, when similar conditions prevailed, lasted only for three months. Key Points
Economic TimesTerrorism in Kashmir is changing. Look for lessons in an operation two decades old
Hill Kaka, where militants had dug in during early 2003, became the de facto headquarters of Terror Inc. Then the Army launched its biggest pincer movement called Op Sarp Vinash. Key Points
ThePrintRemains of a Chinese rocket that delivered spy satellites burned up over the skies in Nepal: Report
The remains of a Chinese rocket used for delivering spy satellites burned up over skies in Nepal after a similar incident was reported in Texas, U.S.A Key Points
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US obesity docs expect Lilly weight-loss drug to show similar heart benefit as Wegovy
Some leading U.S. obesity specialists say they expect Eli Lilly’s (LLY.N) powerful weight-loss drug Zepbound will produce the same or similar heart benefits as Novo Nordisk’s (NOVOb.CO) popular Wegovy as they belong to the same class of medicines. Key Points
ReutersWoman's video of cab driver trying to scam her sparks wave of similar stories
Anisha Dixit took to Instagram to share her experience with a cab driver and asked netizens if it was a scam. Her post prompted a wave of similar stories. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesIt was full budget for some: 7 mid and smallcap stocks from fisheries, animal husbandry sector
While it was an interim budget with no change in taxation laws and many other parts, for some sectors it was literally a full budget. The reason, the announcements made for them were pretty similar to what has been done in the past when a full budget is presented. So, when an announcement about fisheries, animal husbandry or rural housing is made, the companies in the whole chain will get impacted in a similar manner had these announcements been made in a full budget. From an perspective of investing what needs to be realized is that in the last couple of years, there has been an effort on the policy level that other parts of the rural economy which are not agricultural related get the boost. Given the fact that it is not an easy task to change the rural income matrix, it might take some time for them to get reflected in the bottomline and not every company in the chain would be able to do it also. Key Points
Economic TimesPfizer's updated Covid vaccine effective against 'Eris' variant in mice study
EG.5, nicknamed by some as "Eris", is similar to the XBB.1.5 subvariant and a sub-lineage of the still-dominant Omicron variant. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesK-pop group Twice member Chaeyoung apologises after posting picture wearing T-shirt with Swastika
Twice member Chaeyong explained that she was unaware of the true meaning of the tilted swastika on the shirt and expressed remorse for not having properly reviewed it. Chaeyoung pledged to be more attentive in the future to prevent any similar incidents from happening. Key Points
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Former Agniveers to have 10% quota in CISF
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced 10 per cent reservation for former Agniveers in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). The decision has come a week after it made a similar provision for former Agniveers in the BSF. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaChinese troops on Indian borders is akin to what is happening in Ukraine: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said, In my view, the basic idea behind the troops in Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh is similar to what is happening in Ukraine. I mentioned this to the Foreign Minister (S Jaishankar) but he completely disagrees with me and thinks it is a ludicrous idea. Key Points
Economic TimesFinMin asks ministries/departments to follow guidelines on issuance of mobiles, laptops to officers
The finance ministry has directed various departments to follow guidelines for issuing mobiles, laptops, and similar devices to eligible officers of the Government of India for official work. The Department of Expenditure issued guidelines in July, allowing central government officers to receive devices costing up to Rs 1.3 lakh, which can be retained for personal use after 4 years. Key Points
Economic TimesAfter France and UAE, Indonesia could be next in line to make UPI deal with India
India and Indonesia have reached an agreement to promote local currencies and work on a real-time payment mechanism. The two countries are also looking to expand digital payments between them, including exploring the use of UPI and similar tools. Indian exporters could settle their trade payments in Indonesian rupiah, while the other party could earn in Indian rupees. Key Points
Economic TimesDPIIT to roll out mandatory quality norms for home electrical appliances; one order to cover 85 standards
These products, which are divided under six categories, include Vacuum Cleaners, Electrical Shavers Hair, Massage Appliances, Electric Steam Cookers, Electric Heating Tools, Electric Coffee Makers, and Electric Food Processors. Most of the imports are coming from China. As many as 85 standards will be covered under one quality control order for safety of household, commercial and similar electrical appliances, Joint Secretary in the DPIIT Sanjiv told PTI. Key Points
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Spectator by Seema Goswami: The imitation game
People tend to conform to their social groups' sartorial choices, whether at work or with friends, to stay part of the pack, according to an opinion piece in HT Brunch. The author notes that people don't need a dress code, they naturally gravitate towards the same clothes as their superiors or peers. In a group of mothers, for instance, similar styles will emerge over time, decided by what the "alphas in the group are wearing". Key Points
Hindustan TimesPM Modi's answer to China's Belt and Road is all set for its first discussion
The proposed infrastructure link that would connect India to Europe via the Middle East to counter a similar Chinese initiative. The concept, known as IMEC, aims to create a network of railroads, ships, gas pipelines and internet cables. Key Points
Business TodayAfter Sidda, Kerala CM to hold Delhi protest; southern states allege economic discrimination
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Cabinet colleagues, along with Left Democratic Front MPs, will stage a dharna at Jantar Mantar to protest against the Centre's economic discrimination against Kerala. The move follows a similar protest by Karnataka government representatives in New Delhi, alleging raw economic deals. Key Points
Economic TimesCorrection are some times opportunities; 5 mid & smallcap cement stocks with upside potential of up to 30%
Cement has been a sector where most of the analysts have been caught off guards. The stocks have done well and a large number of analysts have been sticking to their stands that pricing and capacity utilization is an issue. What they probably ignored was the fact that any industry which has been facing headwinds for a long time tends to sort the issues and few players are able to make a comeback as consolidation takes place. Pretty much what we have seen in power. Due to government focus on infrastructure for the last nine years, a number of cement players have been able to improve their balance sheets and also become operationally efficient. With the policy continuity there is a high probability that we may see a similar trend in coming years. Key Points
Economic TimesVideo: 'Allahu Akbar' chants, Nazi symbols at huge pro-Palestine march in London
Officers arrested a man on suspicion of inciting racial hatred after he was spotted carrying a placard with Nazi symbols on it. Two others were arrested for wearing green headbands with white Arabic script - similar to those worn by Hamas. Key Points
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Elon Musk says X aka Twitter will get its first AI-powered feature very soon
Elon Musk has introduced an AI-based "See similar posts" feature on his rebranded social media platform, "X", as part of a larger overhaul to transition the entire system to AI. The advanced feature, among others in the pipeline, seeks to provide a more personalised experience, revolutionising the way users engage with content and receive recommendations. Key Points
India TodayElon Musk’s X aka Twitter will get its first AI-powered feature
Elon Musk has introduced an AI-based "See similar posts" feature on his rebranded social media platform, "X", as part of a larger overhaul to transition the entire system to AI. The advanced feature, among others in the pipeline, seeks to provide a more personalised experience, revolutionising the way users engage with content and receive recommendations. Key Points
India TodayOfficers entitled to Rs 1.3 lakh gadgets, can retain after 4 years
Central Government officers will be entitled to mobile, laptop or similar devices costing up to Rs 1.3 lakh, which can be retained by them for personal use after four years. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaRupee gains for second day tracking Asian peers; premiums inch up
The Indian rupee rose for a second straight session against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, mirroring similar moves in Asian peers, as risk appetite in the region rose on fresh bets of the Federal Reserve nearing the end of its rate tightening cycle. Key Points
ReutersZigana pistol: The unlikely link in the murders of Atiq Ahmed, Sidhu Moose Wala
While Atiq Ahmed hailed from Uttar Pradesh, Sidhu Moosewala was a citizen Canada. But the manner in which they died was eerily similar – gunned down in a hail of bullets full public view by their rivals. Even the weapon used to kill the duo was the same – Zigana pistols manufactured by Turkish firearm company TİSAŞ Key Points
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Soni Razdan’s birthday post for daughter Alia Bhatt is winning the internet: ‘Thanks for giving us Alia, she is your replica’
Alia Bhatt is actor Soni Razdan and filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt's daughter. She made her Bollywood debut with Student of the Year in 2012, and has established herself as one of the most talented stars in the business today. Key Points
The Indian ExpressUK probing TikTok, ‘want to make sure phones are not spyware,’ says security min
A person familiar with UK plans said at the weekend that the app would be banned, following a similar decision by the European Commission. Western governments have become increasingly worried about TikTok’s potential national security risk, in light of concerns around its parent company, ByteDance Ltd. Key Points
Hindustan TimesMalaika Arora joins Kareena Kapoor, Amrita Arora for fun outing. See pics
Kareena Kapoor, Malaika Arora and Amrita Arora stepped out for an outing in Mumbai on Thursday. The BFFs were joined by fashion designer Manish Malhotra. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesBollywood rallies behind Alia Bhatt after ‘invasion of privacy’; Anushka Sharma, Janhvi Kapoor share similar experiences, Karan Johar, Soni Razdan condemn incident
Alia Bhatt expressed anger after being photographed inside her own house by a couple of snooping photographers. Anushka Sharma, Janhvi Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor, Karan Johar, Swara Bhasker, and others have come forward in support of Alia, calling the incident 'shameful' and 'disgusting'. Key Points
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