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  • ICC Under Fire: U.S. and Russia Challenge Court’s Authority

    ICC Under Fire: U.S. and Russia Challenge Court’s Authority

    The head of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Judge Tomoko Akane, is upset with the United States and Russia for interfering with the court’s work. She called their actions terrible and compared them to terrorizing the ICC.

    U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, whose party will control Congress soon, called the ICC a “dangerous joke” and said anyone who tries to help the ICC will face sanctions. He got angry after the ICC decided to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defense minister for serious crimes during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This is the first time the ICC has gone after a leader from a major Western ally.

    The ICC is struggling because it doesn’t have its own police and relies on countries to carry out its arrest orders. Some countries, like France, say they will think about the legal protections Netanyahu might have before acting. Austria said it would follow the warrant reluctantly, while Hungary expressed support for Israel instead of the ICC.

    Global legal expert Janina Dill warned that these threats could hurt international justice efforts. Meanwhile, Karim Khan, the ICC’s chief prosecutor, is facing serious personal allegations. He is accused of trying to pressure a coworker into a relationship. An investigation is starting, but it’s uncertain if this will be discussed at the ICC meeting.

    The ICC was created in 2002 to bring people who commit terrible crimes to justice, but it has faced criticism for not being effective and not being able to capture wanted leaders.

  • IIT Kanpur Class of 2025: 579 Job Offers on Placement Day 1!

    IIT Kanpur Class of 2025: 579 Job Offers on Placement Day 1!

    The Class of 2025 at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has kicked off the 2024-25 placement season with an impressive start! On the very first day, students landed 579 job offers. Out of the 523 students looking for jobs, many got positions through campus hiring and Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), which are job offers given to students before the placement week starts. Some students received more than one offer, and 199 students decided to accept their PPOs right away.

    In addition, 13 students succeeded in getting international job offers. This exciting day saw strong participation from 74 well-known companies. Big names like Microsoft, Texas Instruments, Databricks, Google, American Express, SLB, and Deutsche Bank were among the top companies hiring students from IIT Kanpur.

    Professor Manindra Agrawal, the director of IIT Kanpur, said, “The high number of job offers, including many international ones, shows how much the world values IIT Kanpur’s high-quality education and our talented students.”

  • Nasa’s Exciting Experiments with Artificial Clouds Revealed!

    Nasa’s Exciting Experiments with Artificial Clouds Revealed!

    NASA is conducting exciting experiments to make artificial clouds high in the sky! These clouds are made by releasing special chemicals like trimethyl aluminum (TMA) from rockets. They help scientists learn more about Earth’s atmosphere, which is the area surrounding our planet.

    When these chemicals are released between 80 to 400 kilometers up in the air, they create glowing trails. These bright trails allow scientists to see how air moves and changes in the atmosphere. NASA says that these substances are safe for the environment and are only released in small amounts, much higher than where airplanes fly.

    The main purpose of these experiments is to understand important things like how energy moves in the air, what happens between different gases, and how these things can affect space weather. This is key information for knowing how solar activity can impact satellites and technology on Earth.

    NASA is also doing related research, like studying gamma rays during thunderstorms, to improve our understanding of Earth’s atmosphere. They carry out these experiments all over the world, launching special rockets from different locations suited for each study. Recently, they did some cloud experiments over Norway, but they have no plans to do any over France soon.

    NASA is careful about being transparent and ensures that their experiments do not harm the environment. If they changed the natural conditions too much, it would mess up their research. While some people are worried and think these clouds might be harmful or that NASA is changing the weather, the agency is focused on understanding the mysteries above us.

  • Congress Criticizes Government for Slowing GDP and Manufacturing Growth

    Congress Criticizes Government for Slowing GDP and Manufacturing Growth

    On Monday, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh criticized the Indian government for not helping private investment in manufacturing. He made this statement after a report showed that the Indian economy grew by only 5.4% from July to September 2024. This is a big drop compared to last year when it grew by 8.1%.

    Ramesh pointed out that the government’s promises, like tax cuts and incentives for production, do not match reality. He said, “Make in India has turned into Make-Believe in India.” He also mentioned that manufacturing growth has slowed down to just 2.2%.

    Exports are also troubling, growing by only 2.8%. This shows that the Prime Minister’s goal of making India a global manufacturing hub has not been achieved. According to Ramesh, the “Make in India” program started ten years ago, but manufacturing and exports are still struggling.

    He highlighted that the share of manufacturing in India’s economy has dropped from 18.1% in 2011-12 to 14.3% in 2022-23. Ramesh raised concerns about unemployment too, pointing out that jobs in manufacturing have decreased from 51.3 million in 2017 to 35.65 million in 2022-23.

    In specific sectors like garments, exports fell from $15 billion in 2013 to $14.5 billion in 2023. Meanwhile, countries like Bangladesh and Vietnam have passed India in garment exports.

    Ramesh also linked the problem to cheap imports from China, stating that many small businesses in India have closed because they cannot compete. He said that over a third of small businesses making stainless steel in Gujarat have shut down due to these imports.

    Lastly, Ramesh compared the current situation to when Manmohan Singh was Prime Minister, noting that India’s share of global exports grew much faster during that time. The latest reports show that India’s GDP in the second quarter of the current financial year is estimated at ₹44.10 lakh crore, a moderate growth compared to last year’s figures, but much less than the Reserve Bank of India’s prediction of 7%.

  • Partha Chatterjee’s Bail Hearing Delayed Amid Serious Money Laundering Claims

    Partha Chatterjee’s Bail Hearing Delayed Amid Serious Money Laundering Claims

    On Monday, the Supreme Court paused the hearing about TMC leader Partha Chatterjee’s bail request. Chatterjee is involved in a money laundering case related to a job scam in West Bengal. Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan wanted to look at more documents before making a decision.

    During the hearing, Chatterjee’s lawyer shared information about how long he has been in custody for other cases. The Court asked for details about how long Chatterjee has been in police custody and judicial custody. This case is about problems with hiring primary school teachers, and many witnesses are expected to speak, but the trial hasn’t started yet.

    Chatterjee, who is 73 years old, has been in jail for almost 2.5 years. His lawyer, Mukul Rohatgi, told the Court that there are 183 witnesses in this case, but things are moving slowly. On the other hand, Additional Solicitor General SV Raju, representing the Enforcement Directorate (ED), warned that the charges against Chatterjee are serious. The ED found over Rs 21 crore in cash connected to Chatterjee.

    The Supreme Court recognized the seriousness of the case and mentioned that the investigation is ongoing and the conviction rates in money laundering cases are low. It was shared that a chargesheet has been filed, but the investigation is still continuing. It was also noted that Chatterjee is in judicial custody for another case with the CBI.

    Chatterjee was arrested by the ED in July 2022 for his part in the West Bengal School Service Commission (SSC) recruitment scam, which involves problems in hiring teachers and non-teaching staff for government schools. His associate, Arpita Mukherjee, was also arrested. The ED discovered over Rs 49 crore in cash, gold bars, and important documents linked to Chatterjee and Mukherjee.

    After Chatterjee’s arrest, he was removed from his ministerial duties, and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) kicked him out of all party roles, including secretary general. Meanwhile, the Calcutta High Court has ordered the CBI to investigate illegal hiring for several staff positions and teachers in the state.

  • Sensex Rises: Stocks Jump Over 15% – Find Out Which Ones!

    Sensex Rises: Stocks Jump Over 15% – Find Out Which Ones!

    Today was an exciting day for the Indian stock market! The Sensex, which is a big indicator of how stocks are doing, went up a lot. In particular, some stocks really shined, rising more than 15%. This big jump made many investors happy and cheering for their favorite companies.

    Among the superstar stocks were companies from different sectors like technology and textiles. If you had invested in these stocks, you would have seen your money grow quickly. The excitement in the market shows a strong interest and confidence from traders.

    Keep an eye on these rising stars as they could give more surprises soon!

  • Today’s Market Highlights: Winners and Losers in Stocks!

    Today’s Market Highlights: Winners and Losers in Stocks!

    Today, many companies’ stocks hit their lowest prices in a year. Coffee Day Entertainment, Debock Sales & Marketing, Bright Solar, Dhanvarsha Finvest, and Kamdhenu Ventures were some of them.

    In the stock market today, the NSE Nifty fell by 144.96 points, closing at 24,276.05, while the BSE Sensex rose by 445.29 points to end at 80,248.08.

    On a brighter note, some companies like Ramco Systems, Zinka Logistics Solutions, Pudumjee Paper Products, Par Drugs & Chemicals, and Pokarna Ltd reached new highest prices.

    In the Nifty 50 index, the biggest winners included UltraTech Cement, Apollo Hospitals, Grasim Industries, JSW Steel, and Shriram Finance. However, HDFC Life, Cipla, NTPC, SBI Life, and HUL saw their stocks decrease.

  • Manglam Builders Launches Stunning Luxury Project in Jaipur

    Manglam Builders Launches Stunning Luxury Project in Jaipur

    Manglam Builders is making a big move in Jaipur by buying a 3.5-acre piece of land on Ajmer Road for ₹107 crores. They’re planning to create a fantastic mixed-use project that will include shops, a five-star hotel with 200 rooms, a fun multiplex, and office spaces.

    The total cost to build this project is expected to be ₹500 crores, and it will cover a huge area of 11 lakh square feet. This project will not only have shops but also a big banquet hall and luxurious hotel rooms. Ajay Gupta, who is the Director at Manglam Builders, said that the high demand for commercial spaces in Jaipur inspired them to create this luxury project.

    Manglam Builders is already well-known in Jaipur, with a land bank of 1000 acres and over 70 completed projects. They are also working on another project called ‘Pinkwalk’ in Jagatpura. Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is experiencing rapid growth in its real estate market. The city’s improved infrastructure and efforts by the state government to boost tourism and commerce are driving a strong demand for both commercial and residential spaces.

    The new project on Ajmer Road is located in one of Jaipur’s best areas, which is seeing a lot of development with many new projects. It’s close to the new Ajmer Road Bus Stand and other important places, making it a great choice for investors and users.

    This luxury project will provide high-quality commercial spaces designed to meet modern standards. Manglam Builders is working with well-known architects to ensure that the project looks great and is built using eco-friendly materials and methods.

    The retail areas will feature a mix of upscale shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. The five-star hotel will have all the luxurious amenities you can imagine. The multiplex will showcase the latest movies from Bollywood and Hollywood. The office spaces will be modern and equipped with everything businesses need, like high-speed internet and meeting rooms, along with a rooftop lounge offering beautiful views of the city.

    Manglam Builders is dedicated to quality and sustainability, making it a trusted name in Jaipur’s real estate market. This new project, with its prime location and luxurious offerings, is an exciting opportunity for investors, businesses, and anyone looking for premium commercial spaces in the city.

    Visit our website to learn more! (Disclaimer: This content is promotional, and TIL does not guarantee or endorse it.)

  • Pharma Stocks Rise: Nifty Index Sees Big Gains Today!

    Pharma Stocks Rise: Nifty Index Sees Big Gains Today!

    In New Delhi, the Nifty Pharma index showed good results on Monday. Some companies did especially well: Natco Pharma shares went up by 2.88%, Biocon by 2.8%, Gland Pharma by 2.43%, Mankind Pharma by 2.16%, and Granules India by 1.84%.

    However, some companies had a tough day. Cipla’s shares dropped by 1.71%, Aurobindo Pharma by 0.63%, and Ipca Laboratories by 0.62%.

    Overall, the Nifty Pharma index went up 0.94% to close at 22,450.20. The main stock market index, NSE Nifty50, rose by 144.96 points to reach 24,276.05. Meanwhile, the BSE Sensex increased by 445.29 points to hit 80,248.08.

    Out of the 50 stocks in the Nifty index, 33 saw their prices go up, while 17 saw their prices go down. Some of the most traded shares today were Vodafone Idea, Ola Electric Mobility, YES Bank, Suzlon Energy, and JP Power.

    Notably, Ramco Systems and a few other companies hit new 52-week highs in their share prices today. However, Coffee Day Enterprises and some others hit their 52-week lows.

  • Kerala Braces for Heavy Rain: IMD Issues Alerts for Cyclone Fengal

    Kerala Braces for Heavy Rain: IMD Issues Alerts for Cyclone Fengal

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned on Monday that Kerala will have heavy rain because of cyclone Fengal. This cyclone is now a strong low-pressure area over northern Tamil Nadu and is expected to grow stronger as it moves towards the Arabian Sea, passing through northern Kerala and Karnataka by December 3.

    Rainfall Forecast in Kerala
    Today, the IMD predicts light to moderate rainfall in most parts of Kerala, with some areas likely to see very heavy rain and thunderstorms. Tomorrow, heavy rain is expected in the northern and central parts of the state, along with some light to moderate rain and occasional thunderstorms over the next five days.

    Weather Alerts for Multiple Districts
    Red alerts are in place for five northern districts: Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, Kozhikode, and Malappuram, due to heavy rains. Palakkad, Thrissur, Idukki, and Ernakulam districts are under an orange alert, while Kottayam, Alappuzha, and Pathanamthitta have a yellow alert.

    School Holidays in Affected Areas
    Due to the weather, the district administration in Kasaragod announced that all schools, including professional colleges, tuition centers, anganwadis, and madrasas, will have a holiday on Tuesday. However, model residential schools will remain open. Similar holidays were also announced on Monday in Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Kottayam, and Wayanad districts.

    Government Advice
    Kerala’s Revenue Minister K Rajan urged everyone to be careful as rain is expected to get stronger in northern Kerala. According to the IMD, a red alert means very heavy rainfall over 20 cm in 24 hours. An orange alert means rain between 11 cm and 20 cm, while a yellow alert warns of rain between 6 cm and 11 cm.

    Residents are advised to stay informed about the weather and follow local instructions.