Новости за 01.04.2024

Wuhan is back in the news, but this time it's not about a virus. The city's new fashion trend is going viral, with young professionals ditching suits for pyjamas and sweatpants in the office. This reflects a larger trend towards comfort and individuality, symbolizing a shift in lifestyle and work culture. This fashion movement, showcased on Xiaohongshu, China's Instagram, merges the WFH and WFO legacies of the Covid era.

Rajasthan Royals secured their third consecutive win in the IPL by defeating Mumbai Indians by six wickets. The team bowled first, stopping Mumbai at 125 for nine and then chasing down the target with 27 balls to spare. Riyan Parag and Akash Madhwal contributed to the victory. MI's disastrous start led to booing from fans, but the Royals' impressive performance and Riyan Parag's unbeaten record secured their victory.

Pleasures of swimming in summer extend far beyond mere physical relief. Immersed, you experience a profound sense of weightlessness, a temporary escape from the gravity that binds us to both Earth and to everyday life. It's a moment of liberation, where worries float away with each gentle stroke and the mind finds solace in the soothing rhythm of the water.

A severe storm in West Bengal's Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, and Coochbehar districts led to five deaths, multiple injuries, and widespread property damage. Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured assistance to the affected states and expressed condolences. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the affected areas, met with families of the deceased, and assessed the damage. Governor CV Ananda Bose also inspected the affected regions.

The March Madness Music Festival is finally here and fans are going gaga over the star-studded lineup of performers that include the likes of Zedd, Jonas Brothers, Mumford & Sons, Black Keys, and many more! Here's a complete guide to watching this epic concert live!

California's proposed law on the right to disconnect after work reflects universally accepted rights regarding working hours, rest, and privacy. However, implementing this law is complex, as it must consider various factors such as the nature of the business, communication urgency, and extent of remote work. France, where this right first became law, leaves it to be decided between employers and employees without sanctions, recognizing the need for flexibility. Enforcing the right to disconnect digitally requires innovative solutions... Читать дальше...

Food waste is a growing issue globally, with an estimated 1.05 billion tonnes wasted in 2022, compared to 931 million tonnes in 2019. Despite this, 783 million people are going hungry worldwide. India is not immune, with the average household wasting 55 kg of food per year. Reducing food waste will require improvements in storage and distribution, as well as efforts to change cultural attitudes toward food waste.

India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, has highlighted the government's concern over the ban on Russian-origin unpolished diamonds by the EU and G7 nations, which could adversely affect the domestic diamond polishing industry, particularly in Surat, Gujarat. Jaishankar emphasized efforts to delay, soften, or prevent the ban altogether, considering it a priority issue.

Trump Media's 2023 loss of USD 58.2 million, with revenue over USD 4.13 million, after merging with Digital World Acquisition Corp., led to Nasdaq trading. Share prices mirrored meme stocks' volatility.

NCLAT annulled insolvency plea against Ansal Hi-tech Township Ltd in Greater Noida, upholding NCLT's decision on insufficient criteria. Multiple entities like RERA Act, promoter, and threshold limit were vital in the ruling.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has delivered two Dornier 228 planes to the Guyana Defence Force, according to President Mohamed Irfaan Ali. The aircraft arrived at Cheddi Jagan International Airport aboard two Boeing C-17 Globemaster military transport planes. The delivery follows President Ali's visit to an HAL facility in India, where he expressed interest in the Hindustan 228 aircraft. A HAL delegation later visited President Ali as a follow-up to his visit to India.

YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy attends Iftar party in Andhra Pradesh as part of election campaign bus tour, canvassing through various villages. He will resume canvassing for the upcoming elections, covering more villages in the state.

Legal experts have stated that while there's no constitutional or legal bar preventing Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal from remaining in office while in judicial custody, it would be practically impossible to run the government from prison.

India investigates 'Insoluble Sulphur' dumping from China and Japan, potentially leading to anti-dumping duties. The process aims for fair trade practices under WTO regulations, protecting domestic industries from cheap imports.

Sukhbir Singh Badal opts out of Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing candidate selection. Probable candidates discussed for key seats. BJP to contest solo in Punjab post NDA split over farm laws.

Former Union Minister and Sultanpur MP Maneka Gandhi confirmed her candidacy in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, attributing the delay in the announcement to the decision on her constituency. She expressed gratitude for being fielded by the BJP again from Sultanpur and mentioned that Varun Gandhi, currently unwell, would not be involved in her election campaign. Maneka also outlined her plans for the constituency.

As inflation continues to trend downward and the Federal Reserve signals its willingness to cut interest rates this year, rates volatility dropped to the lowest level since February 2022, creating a broadly favorable environment for stocks. The S&P 500 gained 10% in the first quarter — its strongest start to the year since 2019 — and posted 22 new all-time highs in the first three months of 2024.

India's microfinance sector is highly concentrated, with the top 10 states representing 85% of the market, leaving many districts and villages with limited access to credit. Sa-Dhan, a microfinance industry body, is investigating reasons for this disparity and aims to encourage lenders to reach under-penetrated areas. Despite recent growth in financial inclusion, many districts have a penetration ratio of less than 30%, indicating a need for expansion in these regions.

India's microfinance sector is highly concentrated, with the top 10 states representing 85% of the market, leaving many districts and villages with limited access to credit. Sa-Dhan, a microfinance industry body, is investigating reasons for this disparity and aims to encourage lenders to reach under-penetrated areas. Despite recent growth in financial inclusion, many districts have a penetration ratio of less than 30%, indicating a need for expansion in these regions.

IRB Infrastructure Trust, an affiliate of IRB Infrastructure Ltd, announced on Monday that its special purpose vehicles (SPVs) have made an upfront payment of Rs 6,111 crore to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for toll operate transfer (TOT) projects. This payment includes Rs 4,428 crore for TOT12 and Rs 1,683 crore for TOT13.

After Mukhtar Ansari's death, the Banda jail superintendent faced a threat call. Ansari's health deteriorated, leading to hospitalization for cardiac arrest. A magisterial inquiry followed amid opposition party concerns over his alleged 'slow poisoning' death in jail.

India's imports from China saw a 3% decline in calendar year 2023 compared to 2022, according to the commerce and industry ministry. Meanwhile, exports to both China and the EU increased by 7.1% and 2.1%, respectively, during the same period. This announcement follows a recent report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) showing that India's trade dependence on China and the EU increased in 2023.

"My Hero Academia Memories" episodes will be released by makers before the premier the anime's season 7. Four episodes of "My Hero Academia Memories" will be released on Saturday, April 6, 13, 20, and 27.