KSEB Chairman and Management Director Biju Prabhakar has painted a grim picture of the finances of the State power utility, observing that it now has to spend ₹900 crore on power purchases and ₹300 crore on loan repayment every month. The observations are part of a note circulated among the officers' associations of the KSEB for their feedback and suggestions. Loans and overdraft together constitute around ₹10,874.26 crore. While the monthly revenue stands at ₹1,750 crore, the expenditure is ₹...Read More
NEW DELHI: Recognizing the exemplary services of four Mechanised Infantry Units of the Indian Army, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), on Wednesday presented the prestigious President's Colours to four battalions of the Mechanised Infantry during a solemn ceremony at the Mechanised Infantry Centre and School (MIC&S), Ahilyanagar. The Indian Army, in its statement, said the event was a recognition of their exemplary and meritorious service to the nation. On behalf of Presi...Read More
LocalThunk and PlayStack's acclaimed roguelike sensation launched for iOS and Android devices in September. Balatro has probably been one of the year's biggest indie sensations, having not only enjoyed widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike (including multiple nominations at The Game Awards), but also healthy sales across traditional platforms. In September, developer LocalThunk and publisher PlayStack also brought the game to iOS and Android, and since then, also seems to have be...Read More
Aluva and Ernakulam educational sub-districts were tied at the first position on the third day of the Ernakulam District Schools Arts Festival held at various venues at Kuruppampady near Perumbavoor on Wednesday. The schools under Aluva and Ernakulam sub-districts were leading the point tally, with 602 points each, according to results compiled by the organising committee around 7 p.m. Perumbavoor educational sub-district was at the second place with 569 points followed by North Paravur with 55...Read More
New Delhi [India], November 27 (ANI): Indian Railways is advancing the electrification of Broad Gauge railway lines at a mission-driven pace, achieving approximately 97 per cent electrification of its total Broad Gauge network, Union Minister of Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw stated in a written reply in the Lok Sabha. Vaishnaw noted that around 45,200 route kilometres of the Broad Gauge network have been electrified since 2014...Read More
Chennai ( Tamil Nadu) [India], November 27 (ANI): As a deep depression in the southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclone and move towards Tamil Nadu, the Indian Coast Guard has started coordinating with the state agencies to ensure seafarers' safety. The ICG said that its ships, aircraft and radar stations issued advisories for fishing boats to return to the harbour. "Deep Depression in the #BayofBengal likely to intensify into a cyclone and move towards #Tamilnadu, as per #...Read More
Panaji (Goa) [India], November 27 (ANI): Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar, known for his films with gripping storylines, shared his experience of being part of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and discussed his upcoming project, Wives of Bollywood. Speaking with ANI, he said, "I am very happy to be here. I have been attending for almost 20 or 22 years. I have been involved in various capacities -- sometimes as part of the standing committee, sometimes as a jury member, and someti...Read More
New Delhi [India], November 27 (ANI): Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Wednesday presented the prestigious President's Colours to four battalions of the Mechanised Infantry during a solemn ceremony at the Mechanised Infantry Centre and School (MIC&S), Ahilyanagar. The event was a recognition of their exemplary and meritorious service to the Nation. The President's Colours were awarded to the 26th and 27th Battalions of Mechanised Infantry Regiment and 20th and 22nd Batt...Read More
Bank of India (BOI) has raised ₹5,000 crore from a long-term bond (infrastructure) issue on a private placement basis. Bids amounting to ₹13,700 crore were received and the issue was oversubscribed by 6.85 times against the base issue size of ₹2,000 crore. It also had a green shoe option of ₹3,000 crore. The bank has decided to accept bids of ₹5,000 crore at coupon rate of 7.41% per annum, State-owned lender said in a filing on Wednesday. The issue was an unsecured, subordinated, redeemable, n...Read More
New Delhi, Nov 27: India and France have a huge potential for partnerships in renewable energy with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) spearheaded by the two countries turning out to be "a runaway success," Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday. Addressing the Asia Pacific Commission (APAC) 2024 Forum organised by the French Foreign Trade Advisors here, the minister said over 100 countries have taken membership of this alliance co-sponsored by India and France. Elabor...Read More
The three are Mark Swidan, Kai Li and John Leung, all of whom had been designated by the U.S. government as wrongfully detained by China. Swidan had been facing a death sentence on drug charges while Li and Leung were imprisoned on espionage charges. "Soon they will return and be reunited with their families for the first time in many years," the White House said in a statement. The release comes just two months after China freed David Lin, a Christian pastor from California who had spent near...Read More
Taal Thok Ke: Anti-Hindu violence is once again continuing in Bangladesh. Somewhere temples are being targeted. Somewhere acid attacks are being carried out on Hindus. Somewhere armed mobs are targeting Hindu homes. And on top of that, the Maulanas of Bangladesh are making venomous speeches threatening to kill Hindus. Meanwhile, ISKCON's Brahmachari Chinmay Prabhu is arrested without a warrant. He is put in jail and when the Indian government objects to this whole incident, the Bangladesh govern...Read More
CHENNAI: Several express train diversions, short termination, change in origination and rescheduling announced earlier by Southern Railway stands cancelled and would run as per normal schedule without any changes. Train 13352 Alappuzha-Dhanbad Express leaving Alappuzha at 6 am on November 28 (Thursday), Train 22648 Kochuveli-Korba Superfast Express leaving Kochuveli at 6.15 am on November 28 (Thursday) will run as per normal schedule. Earlier notified diversion to run via Perambur, Vyasarpadi ...Read More
New Delhi: Men with cardiovascular disease risk factors such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and smoking may have brain health decline, leading to dementia, 10 years earlier than women, finds a study on Wednesday. The findings of a long-term study, published online in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, showed that men with cardiovascular disease risk factors can have dementia onset a decade earlier -- from their mid-50s to mid-70s -- than similarly affec...Read More
The Bihar government has granted state minister status to the whips of its legislative Houses. Minister Sharwan Kumar presented the gazette notification. Two key bills passed amidst opposition walkouts over the Waqf Amendment Bill controversy. Minister Jayant Raj clarified intentions of amendments to property laws. The Bihar government has elevated the status of the whips in both Houses to that of 'Minister of State'. The official notification was tabled by Rural Development Minister Sharwan Ku...Read More
Oceanic Foods Ltd resolved allegations of disclosure violations by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) by paying a settlement fee of Rs 12.22 lakh. The case stemmed from non-disclosure of a NCLT petition and bank account freeze by its ex-CEO. SEBI concluded the proceedings post-settlement. In a move to resolve regulatory discrepancies, Oceanic Foods Ltd, a publicly traded firm, has paid Rs 12.22 lakh to settle allegations made by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). ...Read More
Two cheetah cubs born to African cheetah Neerva were found dead at Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh. Confusion initially arose over the number of cubs born. Neerva is healthy, and samples from the dead cubs were sent for examination to determine the cause of death. In a tragic turn of events, two newborn cheetah cubs were discovered dead at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. The grim finding was reported by park officials on Wednesday. Forest staff, equipped with radio telemetry, detected...Read More
The crane that crushed the elderly women to death (left), the deceased women (right) | F In a tragic incident, a 65-year-old woman was crushed to death by the alleged negligence of a crane operator in Bhayandar (east) on Wednesday evening. According to the police, the incident was reported near the Family Care Hospital located in the Indralok area of Bhayandar (east) at around 5:30 pm. The identity of the deceased was yet to be ascertained as her son who works in Mumbai was yet to return to Bh...Read More
Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, November 27: Amid suspense over the choice of the next Maharashtra Chief Minister, NCP chief Ajit Pawar said on Wednesday that discussions over government formation will take place in the national capital tomorrow and a final decision will be taken. Ajit Pawar said he, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis and Chief Minister-designate Eknath Shinde will reach Delhi tomorrow and further discussions will be held. He said discussions will be held for the post of Chief Minister a...Read More
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani faces U.S. charges in a $265 million bribery scheme, shaking his conglomerate. The Adani Group denies wrongdoing, while Indian politics and global finance react. Allegations involve market disclosure issues and economic fallout, including halts on projects and investments worldwide. Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's indictment by U.S. authorities has sent shockwaves through his vast business conglomerate. The Adani Group, denying all allegations, faces scrutiny o...Read More
Abhijeet Bajaj is a highly skilled Software Engineer with a robust academic background and diverse work experience in the tech industry. He holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from Columbia University, where he achieved a CGPA of 3.83/4.0, and a Bachelor's degree from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, with a CGPA of 8.43/10.0. His expertise lies in developing algorithms that enhance user experience in marketplace applications. Q 1: Can you describe your experience w...Read More
The Special Operations Group of Rajasthan Police has apprehended three physical training instructors along with a lecturer as part of their investigation into the fraudulent use of dummy candidates in recruitment examinations, according to officials on Wednesday. The instructors, accused of substituting 'dummy' candidates during a 2022 recruitment test, have been detained for their involvement. Additionally, the lecturer faces allegations of impersonating a candidate in another exam, officials ...Read More
Welcome back, Bigg Boss 18 fans! It's time to grab your popcorns again because in tonight's episode, you can expect high-voltage drama, unexpected rift in strong alliances and those fiery confrontations we all secretly love. Needless to say, this season is dishing out entertainment in full swing. Stay tuned as we bring you all the juicy live updates from November 27 episode straight from the BB house. Let's dive in, shall we?...Read More
Preparations for the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, are progressing rapidly. Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate development projects on December 13. The event, covering 800 more hectares than the last, will include increased accommodation and infrastructure, highlighting extensive government collaboration. Prayagraj is gearing up for a grand event, Maha Kumbh 2025, with preparations progressing swiftly under the watchful eye of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister...Read More
The new MacBook Pro M4 is here, and it features Apple's latest M4 chipset -- designed for taking care of intensive tasks and handling Apple Intelligence like a breeze. Manas and Yash have put it to the test. From everyday usage to professional video editing, 3D rendering, and software development, etc., they tested it all so that you can make the decision whether you should buy the MacBook Pro M4 or not.#macbookpro4...Read More
The Kerala government has decided not to increase the retirement age to 60, rejecting a recommendation from the Fourth Administrative Reforms Commission. This decision, made during a state cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, reflects the longstanding policy of retiring government employees at 56. The cabinet approved several other recommendations with modifications, such as creating the Kerala Civil Services Code. The Personnel and Administrative Reforms Department will over...Read More
Hard water stains can be a persistent problem in bathrooms and kitchens, leaving unsightly marks on glass, faucets, tiles, and other surfaces. These stains are caused by high mineral content, primarily calcium and magnesium, which can build up over time and be difficult to remove with basic cleaning methods. Fortunately, there are several effective and simple techniques to tackle these stains and restore shine to your surfaces. Here's a detailed guide on how to remove hard water stains easily....Read More
Excessive of too much is bad. But did you know that excess of salt consumption can lead to stomach cancer. What is food without salt. It is the key ingredient in all types of food. Meals taste b;and without these tiny white crystals. But how much salt is too much salt? Excess of anything is bad. It is important to keep sodium levels in check in order to manage blood pressure, electrolyte levels and more. Did you know that salt can actually lead to stomach cancer? Stomach cancer is the fifth m...Read More
Start by powdering 1/2 cup sugar in a dry grinder and keep it aside. Now, take whole wheat flour in a heavy-bottomed kadhai and roast on low flame. Once the kadhai starts heating, roast the flour evenly until golden brown and ensure that it's not getting too brown. You have to stir often so that there's even roasting. Roast until you get a nutty aroma from the whole wheat flour. Roast for about 10-12 minutes on a low flame and add 4 tbsp ghee to the flour mixture. Mix evenly and ensure that you'...Read More
Apache Kafka is a powerful distributed event-streaming platform, but to leverage its full potential, it's essential to understand how consumer offsets work. Offsets form the backbone of reliable message processing, allowing consumers to track and manage their progress. Let us delve into understanding Kafka consumer offsets. In Kafka, a consumer offset represents the position of a consumer within a partition of a topic. It essentially acts as a marker indicating the last consumed message, ensuri...Read More