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In response to Business Standard's queries, the World Bank said the project was under preparation. The state-level DPI index will help analyse gaps to strengthen the digital economy, support financial inclusion, and increase public-private innovation. An official, who did not wish to be named, said the index would evaluate different states based on the level of adoption of DPIs.
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2 years ago Read more at Business Standard

The Tibetan government-in-exile on Thursday urged all democratic countries to press China to release the Panchen Lama. Penpa Tsering reiterated a long-standing call for the release at a large gathering organised to mark the 35th birthday of the spiritual leader. Bihar YouTuber Manish Kashyap joined the party in the presence of the party's Delhi MP Manoj Tiwari.
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2 years ago Read more at Hindustan Times

KL Rahul appears to hold a slight edge over Sanju Samson. The national selection panel is expected to finalize the 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup in the Americas by the end of this month.Another area of debate in shaping the final squad may revolve around the selection of an additional bowler.
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2 years ago Read more at The Times of India

Global commodity prices are expected to soften this year and next, the World Bank says. Commodity prices plunged nearly 40% between June 2022 and June 2023. The central bank has to be extremely attentive to commodity-price movements, particularly energy and food.
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2 years ago Read more at Mint

Tech Mahindra reported fourth-quarter revenue below analysts' estimates on Thursday due to weakness in the communications and media vertical as macro headwinds weighed on overall demand. Vedanta Limited reported on Thursday, 27.21 per cent year-on-year fall in its consolidated profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 1,369 crore for the quarter ended March 31, 2024 (Q4 FY24) Six people were killed and at least 7 injured after fire engulfed three buildings belonging to hotels near Pat
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2 years ago Read more at Business Standard

'Poor Understanding Of India, We Attach No Value To It': MEA Rebuffs US Report On Human Rights India on Thursday rebuffed a US State Department report alleging human rights abuses. In his letter, Kharge said Congress’ manifesto is aimed at providing ‘nyay’ (justice) to the youth, women, farmers, labourers and the marginalised people of all castes and communities. READ MORE ‘We’re Judged By What We Do At
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2 years ago Read more at News18

IndusInd Bank reported a net profit of Rs 2,349 crore for the January-March quarter of financial year (FY) 2023-24, which marks a 15% jump as compared to Rs 2,043 crore clocked in the year-ago period. The net profit is beating the market estimates of Rs2,261 crore. Nestle India said that it expects headwinds in the near term on account of an expected rise in cereal, grain, and milk prices.
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2 years ago Read more at Moneycontrol

Cassona Global Imaging Company Ltd. has announced a strategic partnership with Medical Scientific Ltd., a supplier of various medical equipment systems and components. This partnership aims to leverage the competencies of both renowned organizations to supply state-of-the-art mammogram machines to healthcare institutions across the country. The partnership is because of the critical role it plays in addressing breast cancer, leading cause of death among women.
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2 years ago Read more at The Business & Financial Times

The week-long initiative started with radio sensitization programs on malaria prevention followed by a clean-up exercise to create a healthier environment for residents. AngloGold Ashanti has already held a webinar for its employees to educate them on their role in the zero-malaria agenda. The theme for the 2024 edition is “Accelerating The Fight Against Malaria For A More Equitable World”.
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2 years ago Read more at GhanaWeb

Magnetic cilia are small artificial hair-like structures whose movement is controlled by tiny magnetic particles embedded inside of them. They are a popular material, frequently being used in soft robotics, droplet and particle control systems, sensors and microfluidics applications. NC State researchers have developed a new technique for making magnetic cilian that are reprogrammable, allowing them to be repurposed for new functions or uses.
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2 years ago Read more at Technology Networks