Tackling untouchables: IISc patents tech to deal with MLPs, textile waste | India News
BENGALURU: In the global battle against waste, two streams stand out for their notorious resistance to recycling: multi-layered plastics (MLPs) and synthetic textiles. Dubbed “untouchables” in the recycling world, these materials are complex, chemically diverse, and largely destined for landfills or incineration.But a new technology developed at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) may offer […]
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs. Galaxy Z Fold6
It’s either time for an upgrade or it’s about time to try out the foldable life in general. Either way, this year’s Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 looks like a promising next step, but the steep price tag might make you think twice and consider the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 instead. The new Z Fold7 is […]
Trent reports healthy revenue growth despite monsoon, geopolitical disruptions
Tata-owned Trent its revenue growth including micro markets was healthy despite early onset of monsoon and geopolitical disruptions although fashion portfolio like for like growth during the June quarter was in low single digits. Trent’s revenue increased 19% to Rs 4,883 crore with a 9% increase in net profit at Rs 425 crore during the […]
ICC Test Rankings: Mohammed Siraj achieves career-high ranking after heroics at The Oval; Prasidh Krishna climbs too | Cricket News
Mohammed Siraj (BCCI Photo) Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has achieved a career-best 15th position in the ICC Test rankings after his match-winning performance in the fifth Test against England at The Oval, where India secured a historic six-run victory to level the series 2-2. Siraj’s Player of the Match effort of nine wickets for […]
RBI keeps rates on hold, cuts inflation estimate for FY26
MUMBAI: The six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its 56th meeting voted unanimously to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.5% and retained its neutral stance even as it maintained growth forecast for FY26 at 6.5% and lowered inflation projection to 3.1% from its earlier estimate of 3.7%. RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra said the […]
Explained: America’s Education Freedom Accounts programme; know who is eligible, how to apply and more
America’s Education Freedom Accounts programme New Hampshire’s Education Freedom Accounts (EFA) programme has quickly evolved into one of the most expansive school voucher systems in the U.S. The initiative allows eligible families to use public funds for private schooling, homeschooling, tutoring, and educational materials, bypassing the traditional public school route.From just over 5,300 students in […]
Asha Bhosle recalls backlash to bold songs like Piya Tu Ab To Aaja and Dum Maaro Dum: ‘Majrooh Sultanpuri left the studio and told me, ‘Beti, maine ganda gana likha hai’ | Hindi Movie News
Asha Bhosle has lent her voice to some of the most iconic songs in Hindi cinema, from the sultry Piya Tu Ab To Aaja to the rebellious Dum Maaro Dum and the dreamy Yeh Hai Reshmi Zulfon Ka Andhera. But in a recent interview, the legendary playback singer revealed that many of her bold tracks […]
Settling claims to get easier for heirs of deceased clients
MUMBAI: India’s central bank is moving to simplify how banks release funds or valuables belonging to deceased customers. Reserve Bank of India will impose a single, standard procedure for settling such claims for both deposits and safe-deposit lockers. This will replace the patchwork of rules that currently varies from bank to bank. A draft circular […]
Opposition flays state for ‘faulty’ roll-out of NEP | Goa News
Porvorim: Opposition MLAs launched a scathing attack on state govt during discussions on education grants, criticising the rushed implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) and a significant decline in enrolment at govt technical institutions.Carlos Ferreira accused govt of implementing the NEP without proper planning, stating that despite claims of reducing the content load, “they […]
Curb misleading claims, modernise onboarding and reporting: Sebi chief to portfolio managers
Mumbai, Portfolio managers need to modernise onboarding, reporting, and client engagement through digital solutions to stay competitive, Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Wednesday. Addressing the annual conclave of the Association of Portfolio Managers in India (APMI), the Sebi chief also urged the industry body to curb misleading claims being made by a few […]