D23 BRAZIL
Giant 'heat storms' are scorching the Earth. This is the story of the biggest one on record
Heat storms have increased dramatically, causing severe global consequences including excess deaths and environmental catastrophes. Recent heat storms have been identified as a new classification, representing larger and more persistent heat events. The intensity of these heat storms has worsened due to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions. Associated weather patterns have significantly disrupted ecosystems and agriculture worldwide.
US hiring appetite is healthy as economy powers ahead
The labor market in the US is poised for notable growth as nonfarm payrolls are anticipated to climb in September. Economists foresee the unemployment rate holding steady at a low 4.1%. Promising economic data highlights strong consumer spending and substantial capital investments, painting a picture of economic resilience.
India catches iPhone 18 fever as launch-day frenzy sweeps Apple stores nationwide
Apple's new iPhone 18 series launched across India with eager fans lining up. The premium iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models are now available for purchase. Customers cited upgraded features and brand appeal as reasons for their purchases. Excitement for the new devices was visible in major cities nationwide. This launch precedes India's important festive shopping season.
Sugar rush on Dalal Street: Stocks soar up to 59% in August, but are valuations turning risky?
Sugar stocks have witnessed remarkable growth on Dalal Street this August, with several firms recording substantial increases in share prices attributed to rising sugar values. Nevertheless, analysts remain split regarding the sustainability of these valuations. The sector's progress is supported by positive fundamentals and ethanol blending mandates, yet investors are advised to keep a vigilant eye on potential policy shifts and global market trends.
India attracts capital. Now it must build what the world pays royalties for
India has emerged as a major investment destination, but much of the value generated by foreign companies still flows overseas through dividends, royalties and intellectual property payments. The column argues that India must move beyond being a manufacturing and consumption base by building globally competitive brands, proprietary technology and Indian-owned intellectual property.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Fixtures: Format, groups, full schedule, match timings, and streaming details
FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest ever with 48 teams. Hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the tournament runs from June 11 to July 19. A new format includes 12 groups and a Round of 32 knockout stage. Indian fans can expect late-night match timings. India has not qualified for this edition.

Andor Season 2: Check out premiere date and cast
Disney announced the premiere date for Season 2 of Andor at the D23 Expo in Brazil. The Star Wars series, starring Diego Luna, will return to Disney+ on April 22, 2025. Season 2 will continue Cassian Andor’s journey from a thief to a Rebel hero.

Marvel’s Thunderbolts: What we know about special preview, trailer, cast and release date
Marvel Studios revealed a special look at Thunderbolts during D23 Expo in Brazil. The clip shows an explosive chase scene featuring a group of antiheroes, including Bucky Barnes and Yelena Bolova. Thunderbolts is set to release in May 2, 2025.

Captain America: Brave New World: See trailer, cast, production team and release date
Marvel released a new trailer for Captain America: Brave New World at D23 Brazil. The film stars Anthony Mackie as Captain America and Harrison Ford as Thaddeus ‘Thunderbolt’ Ross, who transforms into the Red Hulk. The movie will be released on February 14, 2025.

Mufasa: The Lion King: Here’s trailer, plot, cast and release date
The latest trailer for Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King reveals Mufasa's and Scar’s early life, struggles and the path leading Mufasa to become a great leader. The film premieres on December 20.

Vinicius unleashed boosts nervy Brazil to much-needed win
The 23-year-old electric winger scored twice and delivered a much-needed statement performance that Brazilian fans have long been waiting for. The Real Madrid rising star may be one of the best players in the world but until now that fiery spark has not been seen in his national team performances. Even in Brazil's Copa America opener this year - a goalless draw against Costa Rica - Vinicius ended up being substituted halfway through the second half after not managing a single scoring attempt.

Copa America 2024 live in USA: Schedule, broadcast, fixtures, TV channel, teams, first match, final
Copa America 2024 is all set to be commence this month as the US are gearing for one month of soccer extravaganza.

Torrent Pharma Q3 Results: Net profit jumps 52% YoY t Rs 443 crore
The company had reported a net profit of Rs 292 crore during the corresponding period of the previous year. Revenues rose 10% YoY to Rs 2,732 crore during Q3FY24, compared to Rs 2,491 crore in Q3FY23.

Torrent Pharma posts 24% jump in net profit to Rs 386 crore in Q2FY24
India sales that constitute over half of Torrent's revenues grew 18% YoY to Rs 1,444 crores in Q2FY24. Torrent said the growth was led by continued double digit growth in chronic therapies, revival in gastro demand, traction in consumer division, and new launches.

Torrent Pharma Q4 Results: Firm back in the black with PAT of Rs 287 cr; board okays Rs 5000 crore fund raise
Revenue rose 17% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 2491 crore in Q4FY23. The company said the performance was led by robust growth across branded markets including India and Brazil, Torrent said its board has approved a fund raise exceeding Rs 5,000 crores.

Torrent Pharma Q2 Results: Firm posts 1% drop in PAT to Rs 312 crore
Revenues rose 7% YoY to Rs 2,291 crore during Q2FY23

Torrent Pharma Q2 Results: Firm posts 1% drop in net profit to Rs 312 crore
Revenues rose 7% YoY to Rs 2,291 crore during Q2FY23, compared to Rs 2,137 crore in Q2FY22.

KEC International is seeing strong revival: Why it is this week's stock pick
The company’s performance has been down in the past few quarters, but is likely to improve due to a boost in the global construction industry and an upswing in the domestic infrastructure sector.

Sugar stocks hit upper circuit as govt focuses on ethanol blending
A gazette notification by the Oil Ministry directed oil companies to sell ethanol-blended petrol with a 20 per cent ethanol as per the Bureau of Indian Standards specifications with effect from April 2023.
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