Engineering goods exports rose 10.2% in December
January 16, 2024 09:50 pm | Updated 09:50 pm IST - HYDERABADIndia’s engineering goods exports increased 10.20% year-on-year to $10.04 billion in December. Engineering exporters body EEPC India said the performance came in the face of several challenges triggered by geo-political tensions and tight financial conditions in major advanced economies. “While it is certainly a strong rebound, the sector is not out of the woods yet as global economic uncertainties remain high,” chairman Arun Kumar Garodia said. “We remain cautiously optimistic and hope geopolitical tensions would ease, leading to improvement in the global macroeconomic situation,” Mr. Garodia said. It also wants the government to initiate measures such as low-cost credit and market support in the Budget to boost engineering exports.
Source:The Hindu
January 17, 2024 01:24 UTC
Entertainment industry extols Lord Ram, but no major film release before consecration ceremony
There will not be any blockbuster film ready for release on the subject, however, in the run-up to the consecration. ‘Unifying force of Lord Ram’Best-selling author Amish has co-produced and anchored a documentary on the subject, now ready for release, which encapsulates the story of Lord Ram and the history of the Ram Janmabhoomi in 78 minutes. He added that the documentary featured Manganiyar Muslims singing in praise of Lord Ram, as well as the Ram Rasiks who dress up as female devotees and consider themselves on Sita’s side. Advani, who led the Ram Temple movement in the 1990s; senior Archaeology Survey of India officials B.R. Bhajans take over social mediaThe social media space is getting inundated with bhajans and songs in praise of Lord Ram.
Source:The Hindu
January 17, 2024 01:24 UTC
The Hindu Morning Digest: January 17, 2024
January 17, 2024 06:22 am | Updated 06:23 am ISTHome Ministry cancels FCRA registration of Centre for Policy ResearchThe Union Home Ministry has cancelled the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) registration of Centre for Policy Research (CPR), a leading public policy research institution in New Delhi. Pakistan said the strikes killed two children and wounded three others in an assault it described as an “unprovoked violation” of its airspace. Won’t join Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra without seat-sharing formula: TrinamoolThe Trinamool Congress is unlikely to join its INDIA bloc partner Congress’s Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra if the seat-sharing arrangement is not worked out between the two. Kochi gears up as shipbuilding hub as PM Modi set to dedicate new projectsKerala’s port city of Kochi is set to become a bustling hub for ship repair and shipbuilding as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate projects worth ₹4000 crore on January 17, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said here on Tuesday. India, China tensions continued through 2021 and 2022, new details revealTensions between India and China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) continued through 2021 and till end 2022 in the backdrop of the standoff in eastern Ladakh and continued attempts by China to ingress into Indian territory, new details have revealed.
Source:The Hindu
January 17, 2024 01:23 UTC
Egalitarian Guru Gobind Singh
January 17, 2024 05:20 am | Updated 05:20 am ISTGuru Gobind Singh was only nine years old when his father the ninth Guru Tegh Bahadur was martyred. Guru Gobind was born in a historical period, when the country, particularly the northern parts, faced tremendous oppression and times were tyrannical, said Professor Kumool Abbi in a lecture. In 1699, Guru Gobind Singh formed the institution of the Khalsa. He believed, as stated in Zafarnama, “Only when all avenues fail, then it is righteous to pick up the sword.”While continuing to lead with steely determination, Guru Gobind Singh faced with fortitude, the execution of his two sons, Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh. Guru Gobind is credited with finalising the manuscript of Guru Granth Sahib, declaring it to be the ultimate Guru of the Sikhs.
Source:The Hindu
January 17, 2024 01:22 UTC
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Source:Dainik Jagran
January 16, 2024 23:22 UTC
Nihang kills man over 'sacrilege bid' in Punjab gurdwara - Telegraph India
A Nihang was arrested after he allegedly killed an unidentified man on the premises of a gurdwara here on Tuesday for "trying to commit" sacrilege, police said. Following the incident, senior police officials, including additional director general of police Gurinder Singh Dhillon, rushed to the historic Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi Chaura Khooh here. Speaking to reporters, the Nihang claimed that he acted in self-defence after he was attacked by the unidentified man. On the complaint of gurdwara manager Narinder Singh, an FIR has been registered against the victim, police said. Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by The Telegraph Online staff and has been published from a syndicated feed.
Source:The Telegraph
January 16, 2024 23:11 UTC
OpenAI Implements Policy Changes to Prevent AI Misuse in Political Campaigning and Lobbying in Major Democracies
- Advertisement -OpenAI Restricts Use Of Its AI For ‘Political Campaigning, Lobbying’OpenAI implements policy modifications to ensure its AI technologies do not pose a threat to the integrity of democratic processes during upcoming elections. Measures include promoting accurate voting information, enforcing responsible policies, and enhancing transparency to prevent potential misuse of AI in influencing elections. This aims to prevent potential misuse of AI in influencing elections. Restrictions on AI Use for Political Campaigning and LobbyingOpenAI permits the use of its technology for political campaigning and lobbying but imposes restrictions on the creation of chatbots that simulate real individuals such as candidates or local government representatives. The company is actively working to anticipate and prevent potential abuses, including misleading “deepfakes,” large-scale influence operations, and chatbots impersonating candidates.
Source:The Telegraph
January 16, 2024 22:08 UTC
“Ram Temple Not An Aggressive Assertion Of Hindus:” Dr. David Frawley – Hindu Press International
USA, January 15, 2024 (hindustantime.com): Politics escalates in India as the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is set to take place on 22nd January, 2023. While many argue that politics is overpowering religion, others say the grand Ram Temple is an assertion of their rights by the majority Hindu community of India. In the latest edition of HT Podcast, American author and astrologer, Dr. David Frawley speaks on the history of the Ram Temple and how the Congress regime under Nehru ignored the rightful rights of the majority Hindu community in the country. Dr. Frawley argues that a secular India should not be based on subverting or dominating the Hindus and denying them equal rights. Watch the latest edition of HT Podcast for all the details.
Source:Hindustan Times
January 16, 2024 21:36 UTC
Winter hair care: 20 ways to prevent static hair during winters
Just when you think you have your hair care routine under control, the winter season sweeps in and challenge everything you thought you had accomplished o your hair goals are adjusted again. Why does the cold, dry climate result in a lack of movement and frizz and how can you overcome winter hair problems to maintain healthy, shiny locks throughout the year? Winter hair care: 20 ways to prevent static hair during winters (Photo by Shutterstock)What Causes Static Hair? Low humidity, indoor heat and lack of moisture in the winter air affect dry, static hair. To moisturize your hair, we recommend using scalp care products that work overtime.
Source:Hindustan Times
January 16, 2024 17:36 UTC
Elton John's achieves rare EGOT status with Emmy win for concert special
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Elton John has achieved EGOT status. HT ImageThe famed British singer-pianist secured an Emmy Award on Monday night for best variety special (live) for “Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium,” a three-hour concert documentary that streamed on Disney . Click hereJohn said he was “incredibly humbled” for joining the elite group of EGOT winners who have won Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony awards. David Furnish, John's husband and a producer on the concert special, said John was overjoyed Monday night about winning his first-ever Emmy, and he “screamed out loud." We woke him up in the middle of the night,” Furnish said while holding John’s award backstage.
Source:Hindustan Times
January 16, 2024 17:35 UTC
China’s perspective on ties with Pakistan and CPEC’s prospects
This year marks a decade since the announcement of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). This brief analyses Chinese-language literature to understand the country’s current stance on Pakistan and the CPEC. While the Chinese government wants the CPEC to be successful, China’s strategic community now shows little optimism on the initiative. The Chinese national flag is seen in Beijing, China. Significantly, China’s current reticence comes on the back of reported cuts to the CPEC budget (by a substantial 56%) in 2022.
Source:Hindustan Times
January 16, 2024 17:31 UTC
Huge benefit! Gmail for Android gets new, easy-to-use, unsubscribe button
The problem will now be solved as the Gmail Android app will now include an unsubscribe button in the emails. Check when you will be able to see the unsubscribe button on your Gmail Android app. Gmail unsubscribe button for Android appAccording to an Android Police report, Gmail for Android will be integrating a new unsubscribe button on top of the email, enabling users to get rid of unwanted newsletters or emails that they receive on a daily basis. As per the report, Android app users will be able to locate the unsubscribe button at the top right corner of the email. Therefore, Google might be rolling out the feature gradually for all the Gmail Android app users.
Source:Hindustan Times
January 16, 2024 17:19 UTC
5 essential gadgets for students: MacBook Air, Kindle, Canon Pixma and more
5 essential gadgets for students: If you're a student who has just started their term year, then having gadgets as companions can become extremely helpful during your learning journey. Be it for college assignments, projects, or impromptu Netflix binge sessions, essential gadgets can come in handy everywhere. Check out the 5 essential gadgets for students including laptops, tablets, printers, and more. Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 UltraB0CCS3K22L-2The top offering from Samsung, the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra features a 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display on the front with a refresh rate of 120Hz. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra packs an 11200 mAh battery with support for up to 45W wired charging.
Source:Hindustan Times
January 16, 2024 17:11 UTC
MrBeast posts first video on X and gets Elon Musk boost! Will it bolster X's video-first strategy?
Ever since he took over X (formerly Twitter), billionaire Elon Musk has implemented a myriad of changes on the microblogging platform. However, that isn't attracting advertisers on the platform, even though X's latest move involves becoming a “video-first platform”. X video-first platform strategy gets MrBeast boosterX has been encouraging content creators to post more long-form video content on the microblogging platform. Posting his first video, MrBeast wrote, “I'm curious how much ad revenue a video on X would make so I'm reuploading this to test it. Promoting the video, X chief Elon Musk wrote, “First MrBeast video posted directly on 𝕏!”X has said that it has become a video-first platform.
Source:Hindustan Times
January 16, 2024 17:04 UTC
WhatsApp reportedly working to bring Polls to WhatsApp Channels; Know what’s coming
Now, it has also been reported that WhatsApp is planning to bring Polls to WhatsApp Channels. Polls in WhatsApp ChannelsAccording to a WABetaInfo report, WhatsApp recently submitted a new update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version to WhatsApp beta 24.1.10.76. For the unaware, WhatsApp Channels is a one-way broadcast tool for admins to send text, photos, videos, stickers, and polls. And with the latest WhatsApp beta update, the developers have introduced a new way for admins to interact with their followers. By sharing Polls in WhatsApp Channels, users can get feedback, and opinions directly from their followers.
Source:Hindustan Times
January 16, 2024 17:04 UTC