UP BULLDOZER BRAND
CM Yogi Adityanath promotes UP's 'bulldozer brand', invites CNH to manufacture them alongside tractors
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath advocated for CNH Industrial to manufacture bulldozers in Uttar Pradesh alongside tractors. He emphasised the positive transformation of the state since 2017 under the Modi-led government. Adityanath attributed improvements in law and order to a strong government policy against crime and criminals. The state has become a favorable destination for business investments, attracting foreign companies. He acknowledged local contributions to the region's development, especially in Jewar.
India fallen way down list of nations deemed liberal democracies under Modi govt: Sonia
Sonia Gandhi, in her memoir, critiques the Modi government's impact on India's democratic institutions and social fabric. She highlights the growing wealth disparity and lack of transparency in governance under the current regime. Gandhi expresses concern over the media's loss of independence and the suppression of dissenting voices in society.
Prince Harry has made it ‘very clear’ he and Meghan ‘will not be controlled by the palace’ as Uganda pulls out of Invictus Games
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have decided to remain non-working royals with the Duke of Sussex clearly stating that 'it is very clear' that he and Duchess will not be controlled by the palace. Prince Harry has made it clear that they won't let the palace dictate their support for independent causes. In a related development, Uganda pulled out of the Invictus Games following a directive sent to officials.
In the 1950s, US scientists planned to use nuclear bombs to blast a harbor on the Alaskan coast: Project Chariot, a Cold War scheme to reshape the map with atomic blasts
In 1958, the US proposed Project Chariot to blast a harbor in Alaska. This plan was part of Operation Plowshare, seeking peaceful nuclear explosive uses. Local Iñupiat resistance and environmental groups opposed the project, which was shelved. Scientists warned of radioactive fallout and permafrost thawing from the proposed blasts. The project was quietly abandoned, never officially canceled by the government.
Mamata Banerjee blames BJP for 'avoidable tragedies' linked to SIR exercise in Bengal
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condemned the BJP's alleged instigation of the SIR exercise, citing multiple suicides and suicide attempts as tragic consequences. She vowed to fight against the implementation of NRC in Bengal, assuring citizens that her government stands with them and will protect their rights.
Omar Abdullah's NC, BJP join hands in J&K House to vote out PDP's 'anti-bulldozer' land bill
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s National Conference (NC) and the BJP on Tuesday joined hands in the assembly to block the PDP’s proposed “anti-bulldozer bill,” which sought to grant ownership rights to residents occupying state land for over 20 years. Before the vote, Omar argued that the bill would “legitimise illegal constructions on state land” and could not be justified.
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Film producer Vipul Shah's Sunshine Pictures files draft papers for IPO to raise funds
Sunshine Pictures Ltd is raising funds through an IPO of 83.75 lakh equity shares, including a fresh issue of 50 lakh shares and an Offer-for-Sale of 33.75 lakh shares by promoters. The proceeds will be used for long-term working capital and general corporate purposes. The listing aims to enhance the company's visibility and brand image.

Ceat to acquire Michelin's Camso brand for USD 225mn
Camso is a Canadian brand that makes tyres for tractors, harvesters, bulldozers and other off-highway vehicles which command higher margins compared to tyres for passenger vehicles and two wheelers. Michelin had in 2018 acquired the brand for nearly USD 1.5 billion.

Rohit & Co's stellar show catalyses Disney+ Hotstar's sponsorship revenues for ODI World Cup
The success of the Indian cricket team in the Asia Cup, coupled with the marketing strategies of Disney+ Hotstar, has attracted more companies to sponsor the ICC World Cup. Disney Star earned Rs 480 crore in sponsorship revenue from the Asia Cup, with double the number of advertisers compared to the previous edition, according to a source. Many brands that sponsored the Asia Cup have signed multi-billion rupee deals for the World Cup.

Kuki leader advocates creating new Union territories in Manipur
BJP MLA Paolienlal Haokip has proposed the creation of three separate union territories to resolve Manipur’s ethnic conflict. Haokip said the Manipur state should be reorganised into three territories granting ethnic communities political and administrative recognition of its separation.

Mom-and-Pop Store Day: Why kiranas will survive the corporate blitz
In India, mom-and-pop stores are typically neighbourhood grocery stores. Apart from being social connectors for the local community, they also serve as an informal credit source, especially in rural areas. Customers can buy on credit on a weekly or monthly basis.

Delhi based artist's collection of breathtaking AI-generated artwork of women from various states is breaking the Internet
People of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh are less than impressed though!

India proposes framework to combat fake online reviews and ratings
The government has drafted a framework for companies ranging from Alphabet Inc's Google, Meta Platform's Facebook and Instagram, Amazon.com Inc, as well as travel sites or food delivery apps which depend on consumer reviews to validate products and services.

Fresh wipe: How Nobel Hygiene is making a place for itself in the diaper market
With a penetration of as low as 6%, the disposable diaper market, especially the adult diaper segment, is shrouded in stigma around incontinence. A Mumbai-based company wants to change that perception.

Uttar Pradesh polls: 'Bulldozer Baba' and his whirlwind tour of the heartland
Yogi's firebrand image is on full display as he starts addressing amid sloganeering and cheering. Hitting out at the previous Samajwadi Party government led by Akhilesh Yadav, Yogi says: "As if they have decided not to mend their ways. There is a huge difference in what they call themselves and what they do. Though they call themselves socialists, they act like terrorists and think like dynasts (naam toh samajwadi, lekin kaam aatankwadi, soch pariwarwadi hai)."

Modi government wants 'surveillance state', says Mamata Banerjee, calls for opposition unity
“Prashant Kishor’s phone is tapped and I talk to him, so my conversation also gets recorded. I cannot talk to anyone as my phone is also tapped. The BJP has completely bulldozed the federal structure,” Mamata said.

Offered huge bags of money, but we said no: Subroto Bagchi tells Mindtree staff
Bagchi tells Mindtree staff, founders were offered "huge money bags" to give away the IT giant.

Brunei's oldest Indian Mohinder Singh Bhullar: A successful entrepreneur, flag-bearer
His journey from Punjab began in 1936, when he travelled to Malaysia and stayed in Sarawak - one of the two Malaysian states on the island of Borneo.

The tricky business of being siblings at work
Corporate families discuss the ups and downs of sharing responsibilities with their brothers and sisters.

Not ruling out joint sitting if all options on land bill fail: Venkaiah Naidu
"Of course, there's a provision in the Constitution for a joint sitting, but first of all I have to exhaust the discussion in the Rajya Sabha...

Designers like Rohit Bal, JJ Valaya now go online with affordable ready-to-wear lines
This time he doesn't have to fear bulldozers because his new ready-to-wear, or RTW, line is being launched online. And the label will be affordable, he said.

Vertu's new Aster smartphone avoids gemstones, gold embellishment
Chief executive officer of Vertu, maker of , showed up for an interview in London dressed in navy suit with chocolate-brown briefcase at his side.

Amma for PM: Jayalalithaa best candidate outside Congress and BJP
The likelihood of having the most number of MPs in regional parties, and of winning the last lap is with the Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa.
Durbar resumes in a peaceful Srinagar for six months
As durbar resumes functioning in Srinagar for the six-month stint, Kashmir is cool and normal.
Azam Khan contests Mayawati claim on Muslims
Khan asked Maya to remember her promise to release those Muslim youth who were falsely branded as terrorists, nabbed and thrown behind the bars.
Tatas swear by the name of West Bengal, but will they have a second thought?
The Tatas are perhaps never going to invest in West Bengal again, at least not so long as Mamata Banerjee's government is in power.
Mayawati to install more of her statues
BSP chief and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati is set to get three more of her statues installed in the state capital where two imposing bronze memorials are already in place.
Bejing auto show spotlights booming China market
On display at next week's Beijing auto show: Global automakers' hopes that booming China will drive sales this year as demand elsewhere slumps.
Asian money talked in 2007
You would expect a year marking the 10th anniversary of the Asian crisis to be hectic, and 2007 didn’t disappoint.
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