Social opinion remains a barrier to entrepreneurship in India
This anecdote points to a major but often underappreciated barrier to entrepreneurship: social opinion. You are reading a premium articleThis anecdote points to a major but often underappreciated barrier to entrepreneurship: social opinion. Should they follow social opinion and get a secure job or forge their own path and set up a business? Thus, social opinion is often the first entry barrier an aspiring entrepreneur faces. Barriers need to be further reduced and positive social opinion about entrepreneurship must permeate across all geographies, socio-economic classes and organizations.
Source:Mint
January 08, 2024 15:38 UTC
Significance of BRICS expansion and what it means for India
As BRICS expands its membership, the global geopolitical and economic landscape is complex and cannot be viewed from simplistic binaries or prisms. The five countries had been invited to join BRICS in the 15th BRICS Summit held at Johannesburg in August 2023. It is true that the global geopolitical and economic landscape is complex and can not be viewed from simplistic binaries or prisms. Third, while many are dubbing BRICS+ as an alternative to G20, several members of BRICS+ are important members of G20. In conclusion, while the expansion of BRICS is important in economic and geopolitical terms, it is important to understand the complexities and nuances of the global geopolitical and economic landscape.
Source:dna
January 08, 2024 15:15 UTC
LiveMint Unveils AI-Themed Union Budget 2024: An Opportunity for Brands to Surge Ahead
LiveMint, the world’s fastest-growing news website (Similarweb, Sep 2023), is set to launch reader and advertiser engagement initiatives for the upcoming Union Budget 2024. With a theme centered around Artificial Intelligence (AI), Mint’s Union Budget offerings present a distinct platform for brands to align with innovation and India’s limitless potential. This year’s Union Budget, the 6th presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, is built on the pillars of inclusive growth, macroeconomic stability, and sustainable development. Mint users will be able to ask questions or queries to the AI-enabled chatbot which is fed with previous budget data and will be updated with the latest data on Budget Day 2024. “Mint’s Union Budget 2024 coverage based on artificial intelligence is designed for brands to captivate their target audience with a theme that resonates with the pulse of the future.
Source:Mint
January 08, 2024 15:08 UTC
Spotlight on different Asset Classes
Ashok Kumar ByExpress News ServiceThe most popular asset class in India, even today remains debt. Though non-traditional, an emerging asset class that many young people are gravitating towards is Cryptocurrencies. The highest profile, even if somewhat minimally invested, traditional asset class in India remains Equity. Though non-traditional, an emerging asset class that many young people are gravitating towards is Cryptocurrencies. The highest profile, even if somewhat minimally invested, traditional asset class in India remains Equity.
Source:Indian Express
January 08, 2024 14:36 UTC
CES 2024 Event Live Updates: Big Tech Brands to Announce Latest Innovations in Las Vegas
Generative artificial intelligence is expected to be the biggest theme at CES 2024, with brands likely to add AI to everyday devices. Other highlights include mixed reality/augmented reality headsets and glasses, as well as health tech devices. CES 2024 Event: What to ExpectThe CES 2024 event, scheduled to take place from January 9 to 12 in Las Vegas, will offer consumers a preview of new technologies and prototypes that could have a significant impact in the future. Additionally, mixed reality/augmented reality headsets and glasses, as well as health tech devices, are expected to be on display. - Advertisement -Big Announcements and InnovationsCES 2024 is set to be a platform for big tech brands to announce and showcase their latest innovations, ranging from AI PCs to smart TVs.
Source:Indian Express
January 08, 2024 14:22 UTC
Sprouts Farmers Market has released a slew of new store opening dates for the beginning of this year
Source: globenewswire.comUS: The new stores on tap for Sprouts Farmers MarketOne of the fastest-growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural, and organic food in the United States, Sprouts Farmers Market Inc., has released a slew of new store opening dates for the beginning of this year. The healthy grocer will debut the following new stores: Friday, January 12: 2000 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, Florida. These must-try meals arrive as part of Aldi's biggest plant-based range to date. The consortium will own and control 53.7% of Casino's share capital once the restructuring plan is completed, the supermarket retailer had said. Source: reuters.comUK: Birds Eye expands potato range with product launchBirds Eye has expanded its potato range with the launch of new Seasoned Potato Bites.
Source:Economic Times
January 08, 2024 13:16 UTC
Banana prices are going up in India
Due to falling cultivation and the spread of disease in major producing areas, banana prices have gone wild in India. Banana inflation increased to 16.5% in November from 2.2% four months ago, according to consumer inflation data released last month. Experts indicate that banana prices may have more upside. The modal price of bananas in Azadpur Mandi of Delhi, one of the largest fruit and vegetable markets, on January 6 was₹2,900 per 100 kgs against ₹1,800 per 100 kgs in October 2023, traders added. "This year, production of bananas has been affected due to erratic weather conditions and diseases in major producing states," said one trader/exporter.
Source:Economic Times
January 08, 2024 13:14 UTC
Ayodhya Pran Pratishtha Ceremony: Things To Keep In Mind Before Reaching 'Ram Ke Dham'
Ayodhya Pran Pratishtha Ceremony: Things To Keep In Mind Before Reaching 'Ram Ke Dham'Exploring options to reach Ayodhya with ease! Don't worry, we have got you covered. Check out train, bus, and air options from India and abroad for your travel or pilgrimage needs.
Source:dna
January 08, 2024 12:14 UTC
Indian Celebs Join Chorus Against Maldives, Ex-VP Adeeb Gives A ‘Reality Check’ To Muizzu-led Govt
Indian Celebs Join Chorus Against Maldives, Ex-VP Adeeb Gives A ‘Reality Check’ To Muizzu-led GovtCelebrities including Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan, Sachin Tendulkar, John Abraham, Shraddha Kapoor, Kangana Ranaut and others took to social media to advocate the "Visit Lakshadweep" message after Maldivian leaders mocked PM Modi's visit. As Lakshadweep vs Maldives row intensifies over controversial remarks made by island’s MP Zahid Rameez’s remarks, country’s former Vice President and Tourism Minister Ahmed Adeeb gave a ‘reality check’.
Source:dna
January 08, 2024 12:14 UTC
6 armed individuals arrested, thwarting potential heist
Mumbai: The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested six individuals, including a murder case accused, during a raid at a Borivali (east) guest house. Acting on a tip-off, ATS officials uncovered that a few men were allegedly staying at Ellora guest house and were conspiring to commit a crime in Mumbai. Mumbai, India - Jan. 7, 2024: Mumbai ATS arrested 6 people from Alora guest house Borivali with weapons in Mumbai, India, on Sunday, January 7, 2024. (Photo by Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)The apprehended individuals, deemed armed and dangerous, were taken into custody on Sunday morning. Furthermore, a Mahindra Scorpio Jeep, linked to one of the accused, was found parked at the guest house.
Source:Hindustan Times
January 08, 2024 11:43 UTC
KJ Chaupal: विदेशी अतिथि ने बढ़ाई साल के पहले चौपाल की शोभा, कृषि क्षेत्र में भारतीय नवाचारों की जमकर की सराहना
केन्या कृषि मंत्रालय के पर्यावरण निदेशक आइजक मारियारा ने KJ Chaupal में की शिरकत, बोले- भारतीय नवाचार केन्या के कृषि परिदृश्य को बदल सकते हैं'KJ Chaupal: 27 साल पहले किसानों व कृषि क्षेत्र के हित के लिए कृषि जागरण की स्थापना की गई थी. इसी कड़ी में 2024 के पहले चौपाल कार्यक्रम में सोमवार (8 जनवरी) को केन्या गणराज्य के काउंटी सरकार के कृषि मंत्रालय में पर्यावरण निदेशक, आइजैक मेन्ये मारियारा (Isaac Mainye Mariera) शामिल हुए. इसके साथ ही उन्होंने आगामी मिलेनियर फार्मर ऑफ इंडिया अवार्ड 2024 में केन्या की महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका की आशा व्यक्त करते हुए, उभरते वैश्विक कृषि परिदृश्य के प्रतीक के रूप में मारियारा की प्रशंसा की. मारियारा ने बताया कि कैसे वे पिछले दो दशक से अधिक समय से कृषि क्षेत्र से जुड़े हुए हैं. जबकि प्रत्येक की अपनी विशिष्टता है, वे कृषि परिदृश्य में देश का नेतृत्व करने के लिए एक साथ बंधे हैं."
Source:Dainik Jagran
January 08, 2024 11:31 UTC
GST revenues reveal a dissonance in consumption growth across States
Amid worries about weak consumer spending trends, Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenues for the first nine months of 2023-24 reveal a dissonance in consumption growth across States, with Gujarat, West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh among a dozen-odd States that are seeing weaker growth. While GST revenues have been robust through April to December 2023, growing at 11.7% and averaging ₹1.66 lakh crore a month, State GST collections have grown at a sharper pace of 15.2%. On the other hand, eight States, led by Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Telangana have seen State GST revenues rise in a range of 17% to 18.8%. Among the smaller States and union territories, most registered higher growth in State GST collections than the 15.2% national average. State GST revenues grew 49.6% in Mizoram, 35.8% in Nagaland, and 33.9% in Arunachal Pradesh, as per Bank of Baroda’s analysis of the Finance Ministry data.
Source:The Hindu
January 08, 2024 11:03 UTC
Boycott Maldives: PM Modi पर टिप्पणी के बाद सरकार का एक्शन, Maldives के राजदूत को किया तलब, hindi news, latest news, dainik jagran
By Jagran2024-01-08T08:54:01+05:30 ISTBoycott Maldives: भारत मालदीव विवाद के बीच आज सुबह मोदी सरकार ने मालदीव के राजदूत को तलब किया है। विदेश मंत्रालय ने मालदीव के राजदूत इब्राहिम शाहीब को तलब किया।वो दिल्ली के साउथ ब्लॉक में मौजूद विदेश मंत्रालय कार्यालय पहुंचे थे। बता दें कि पीएम मोदी के लक्षद्वीप दौरे पर मालदीव के सांसद की पोस्ट पर विवाद के बीच वह मंत्रालय पहुंचे थे।
Source:Dainik Jagran
January 08, 2024 10:26 UTC