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  • Cyril Han Named New CEO of Ant Group, Replacing Eric Jing

    Cyril Han Named New CEO of Ant Group, Replacing Eric Jing

    Cyril Han is set to become the new CEO of Ant Group, replacing Eric Jing starting March 1, according to an internal memo confirmed by a spokesperson. Eric Jing will stay on as chairman. Han, who was named president in March during a major company restructuring, will still report to Jing. His main job involves overseeing Ant’s digital payment, connectivity, and finance services.

    Ant Group is part of Alibaba, a huge online shopping company that owns 33% of it. They run the popular mobile payment app Alipay. In July 2023, Ant was fined $984 million for problems related to how they run the company.

    Cyril Han joined Alipay in 2014 and has held various important roles, including chief financial officer and vice president of strategic investment. Recently, Ant reported a net profit of 7.59 billion yuan ($1.04 billion) for the first quarter of the year. Bloomberg was the first to share the news about Han’s new role.

    ($1 = 7.2700 Chinese yuan)

  • Rohit Sharma’s Captaincy Struggles: Four Losses in a Row!

    Rohit Sharma’s Captaincy Struggles: Four Losses in a Row!

    Rohit Sharma is facing a tough time as both a Test player and captain. His recent return to the Indian cricket team came with a loss at the Adelaide Oval during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Fans and experts are questioning his decisions and strategies, especially after India lost 3-0 to New Zealand at home. This latest defeat marks four straight losses for Rohit as captain, putting him in a challenging group of Indian captains with this unfortunate record.

    With his current streak of losses, Rohit joins famous captains like Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, both of whom have also lost four Test matches in a row. Sachin Tendulkar and Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi hold an even tougher record with more consecutive losses. On the flip side, India won the first match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy under Jasprit Bumrah’s leadership, but Rohit’s four losses in five matches put him under pressure.

    Back in 2020-21, Kohli went through a tough phase of losing four matches, including a significant defeat in Adelaide. He later bounced back and led the team to some victories. Similarly, MS Dhoni faced this problem twice in his career. Once was during India’s difficult tours of England in 2011 and 2014, close to his retirement.

    In 1959, one of India’s early captains, Datta Gaekwad, lost four matches in a row when cricket in India was still developing. In a brief captaincy in 1999-2000, Sachin Tendulkar experienced five consecutive losses before stepping down. An all-time negative record is held by Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, who lost six matches in a row in 1967-68.

    Fans are hoping Rohit can turn things around and avoid getting close to this record, as the Indian team seeks a positive result in the upcoming third Test at the Gabba.

  • Apply Now for 128 Apprentice Jobs at Metro Railway Kolkata!”

    Apply Now for 128 Apprentice Jobs at Metro Railway Kolkata!”

    Metro Railway Kolkata is Hiring! Apply Now for Apprentice Positions

    Great news for young job seekers! Metro Railway Kolkata is looking for new Apprentice workers. If you’re interested, you can apply online on their official website at mtp.indianrailways.gov.in.

    This job opportunity is for 128 positions, and here’s what you need to know:

    Job Openings:
    – Fitter: 82 positions
    – Electrician: 28 positions
    – Machinist: 9 positions
    – Welder: 9 positions

    Who Can Apply?
    To apply, you must:
    – Have completed your 10th grade with at least 50% marks from a recognized school.
    – Hold a National Trade Certificate in your chosen skill from NCVT/SCVT.

    Age Requirement:
    You must be between 15 to 24 years old to apply.

    How Are Candidates Selected?
    Metro Railway will choose candidates based on their performance. They will create a list of the best applicants by looking at the average marks from both 10th grade and your trade training.

    Application Fee:
    It costs ₹100 to apply, but if you belong to SC/ST/PwBD or are a woman, you don’t have to pay anything. You can pay with a Debit Card, Credit Card, or through Internet Banking.

    Important Dates:
    – Application Start Date: December 23
    – Application End Date: January 22, 2025

    For more details, check the Metro Railway Kolkata website. Don’t miss out on this chance!

  • Syrians Joyfully Topple Assad Statues in Historic Moment

    Syrians Joyfully Topple Assad Statues in Historic Moment

    On Sunday, many Syrians across the country celebrated as they toppled and stomped on statues of Hafez al-Assad, the deceased father of current President Bashar al-Assad. Hafez ruled Syria for nearly thirty years until 2000, when his son Bashar took control. This event marked a powerful moment for a nation that has lived under the harsh rules of the Assad family for over fifty years.

    In their capital city, Damascus, people were excited to stand on a broken statue of Hafez, expressing their hope for a brighter future. The celebrations followed reports from rebels, who said Bashar al-Assad had fled the country amid fighting that led to the capture of city after city by the opposition forces.

    Bashar al-Assad became president in 2000 after his father’s death and has been in power since then. Since 2011, he has responded to peaceful protests with violence, turning the country into a battlefield and creating one of the deadliest conflicts in recent history, which has killed hundreds of thousands and forced millions to leave their homes.

    Hafez al-Assad began his rule in 1970 after a coup. He built a powerful and cruel government where anyone who opposed him could be arrested or killed. Even after he died, many statues and pictures of him were everywhere in Syria, reminding citizens of his long rule.

    Recently, the removal of Hafez’s statues has spread beyond Damascus. In cities like Jaramana and Aleppo, protesters celebrated as they brought down his statue, cheering and applauding. In Daraa, where protests began in 2011, a rebel fighter was even seen dragging one of Hafez’s statues behind his motorbike!

    In Hama, where a terrible massacre happened in 1982, rebels cheered as they took down another statue. Young people celebrated, shouting “freedom forever.” They also drove cars through the streets, passing buildings with murals of Bashar al-Assad.

  • Anwar Gargash Talks About Assad’s Future Amid UAE Ties”

    Anwar Gargash Talks About Assad’s Future Amid UAE Ties”

    Manama: Anwar Gargash, a top official from the UAE, answered questions about Syria and President Bashar al-Assad. In the past, the UAE has tried to improve Assad’s image in the Arab world. When asked about Assad’s possible visit to the UAE, Gargash responded by saying that, at the end of the day, it really doesn’t matter where Assad goes. He compared this situation to Kaiser Wilhelm II, who went into exile in 1918, stating that it’s not a crucial part of history. Even when journalists pushed him to confirm if Assad was in the UAE, Gargash did not directly answer. There has been talk that Assad might escape to the UAE, where his family owns properties in Dubai. On Saturday, data showed private jets flying between Syria and the UAE. Gargash shared these thoughts on Sunday during the Manama Dialogue at the International Institute for Strategic Studies in Bahrain.

  • Indian Student Harshandeep Singh Shot Dead in Canada: Updates and Arrests

    Indian Student Harshandeep Singh Shot Dead in Canada: Updates and Arrests

    A 20-year-old Indian student named Harshandeep Singh was shot and killed in an apartment in Edmonton, Canada, on Friday. Police have arrested two suspects, Evan Rain and Judith Saulteaux, both aged 30, and charged them with first-degree murder.

    Harshandeep, who worked as a security guard, was found by police in the building’s stairwell after they were called about a gunshot around 12:30 a.m. on December 6. Officers think he was shot from behind while being pushed down the stairs by three people, according to some CCTV footage. After the shooting, the suspects ran away. Emergency services tried to help Harshandeep and took him to the hospital, but he was sadly declared dead.

    Police have recovered a weapon and believe Harshandeep was targeted. An autopsy is scheduled for December 9 to figure out more about his death. This incident comes soon after another Indian student named Gurasis Singh was stabbed to death in Ontario. Gurasis was 22 and studying business at Lambton College. A man named Crossley Hunter, aged 36, has been charged with his murder.

    The authorities are still looking into both cases but believe Gurasis’s murder was not racially motivated. Lambton College shared their sadness over Gurasis’s passing and said they are helping his family with funeral plans.

  • Uttar Pradesh’s Bright Idea: Keeping Stray Cattle Safe at Night”

    Uttar Pradesh’s Bright Idea: Keeping Stray Cattle Safe at Night”

    To keep stray cattle safe, Uttar Pradesh has introduced a bright and easy idea: putting glowing, reflective strips around the necks and horns of cows and bulls. These strips shine brightly when car headlights hit them, making it easier for drivers to see the animals at night and preventing accidents. Local officials say this plan is working, but they are still gathering proof to show its success.

    In Pilibhit, where this project started, the task has been exciting but also tough, similar to the challenging nature of the animals themselves. Workers have placed reflective tapes on 450 stray bulls along three busy roads: Bareilly-Haridwar NH-74, Pilibhit-Basti NH-730, and Bhind-Lipulekh NH-731. Each animal costs Rs 400 for this bright upgrade, especially helping animals with black fur that are hard to see at night.

    The local villagers have been very helpful and even helped pay for much of the project costs. “It’s an ambitious project,” said Virendra Singh, who is in charge of the effort. However, while villagers supported the workers, the process was not always safe. The workers didn’t have protective gear and tranquilizers, making them vulnerable to the very animals they were helping. Singh explained that they were only able to succeed thanks to the villagers’ support. However, without better safety gear, they can’t continue this effort widely.

    Currently, there are about 15 lakh stray cattle in the state, with 12 lakh living in shelters. A private company has created reflective tapes in different sizes to fit animals of all shapes. This project is also helping both the Animal Husbandry Department and the Transport Department work together to mark dangerous roads where more help is needed. Additional transport commissioner Pushpsen Satyarthi stated, “This is about keeping the roads safe for both people and animals, stopping accidents, and saving lives.” Right now, the reflective tapes shine brightly in the headlights of passing cars—a small sign of hope in the dark roads of Uttar Pradesh. Whether this bright idea can lead to lasting change is still a question that remains open.

  • Jaipur Court Awards ₹99 Lakh to Girl Injured by Power Line

    Jaipur Court Awards ₹99 Lakh to Girl Injured by Power Line

    A court in Jaipur has ordered Jaipur Vidyut Vitaran Nigam Limited to pay 99 lakh rupees (about 9.9 million) to the family of a five-year-old girl. This happened because a high-voltage power line fell on her in March 2015, which resulted in her arms being amputated. The decision was made on November 28 and the money is meant to help with her ongoing medical treatment and future care.

    Details of the Compensation
    The court said the compensation money will be kept in a fixed deposit account. The family will get 6% interest on this money every year, starting from 2016 (the year the claim was made). This interest will be paid to the family each month to help pay for her medical needs.

    When the girl turns 21, she will be able to take out 25 lakh rupees (about 2.5 million) for her own use. The rest of the money will continue to help with her care as she grows up.

    Court’s Message
    The judge pointed out how important daughters are to families. He shared that this compensation is meant to help lessen the pain caused by this terrible accident. This ruling brings closure to a case that showed how serious it can be when public utilities neglect safety.

  • Siraj and Head Share Sportsmanship Moments After Heated Adelaide Test

    Siraj and Head Share Sportsmanship Moments After Heated Adelaide Test

    In an exciting second Test match at Adelaide Oval, Indian bowler Mohammed Siraj and Australian player Travis Head showed great sportsmanship despite some heated moments.

    On Day 2 of the match, Siraj dismissed Head for a solid score of 140 runs, and their exchange became quite intense. After Head was out, Siraj celebrated and gave him a little send-off, leading to a fiery moment between them. Head later said he complimented Siraj by saying “well bowled,” but Siraj disagreed, claiming that Head didn’t say anything nice at all. They even had a friendly chat when Siraj went in to bat later, but it wasn’t as dramatic.

    After the match ended, which Australia won by 10 wickets, the rivalry seemed to cool down as Siraj and Head hugged it out. Australia celebrated their victory with Pat Cummins taking five wickets and ending India’s innings at just 175 runs. The Australian openers made quick work of chasing down the 19-run target in just over 3 overs.

    Before Day 3 began, Siraj spoke about the situation and denied Head’s claim of saying “well bowled.” He expressed that while he enjoyed bowling against Head, he felt annoyed after being hit for a six earlier in the match. Siraj insisted, “It’s a lie that he said ‘well bowled’ to me.”

  • Siraj and Head’s Controversial Encounter in Adelaide Test!

    Siraj and Head’s Controversial Encounter in Adelaide Test!

    In the recent Adelaide Test, India lost to Australia by ten wickets, making the Border-Gavaskar Trophy tied. However, the match will be remembered for a dramatic moment between Indian bowler Mohammed Siraj and Australian batsman Travis Head on Day 2. When Siraj got Head out, he gave him a fiery send-off even after Head scored an impressive 140 runs. The crowd in Adelaide didn’t like Siraj’s actions.

    Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden shared his thoughts on the situation. He felt it’s okay for a bowler to have some fun with the batsman, but he criticized the Indian team for not acknowledging Head’s fantastic innings. Hayden said, “There should’ve been a moment of humility. When a player performs so well like Head did, it’s good sportsmanship to say ‘well played’”.

    On Day 2, Head mentioned he congratulated Siraj by saying ‘well bowled’ after getting out, but Siraj didn’t react nicely, leading to a few exchanged words. However, Siraj claimed that Head never said ‘well bowled’ and accused him of lying.

    Despite the drama, Australia won the match easily, chasing down a small target of 19 runs in just 3.2 overs. Now, India and Australia will play the third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane from December 14-18.