My daughter is a first-time voter, one of the millions expected to transform the demographic contours of the 2014 election. But if the harrowing experience that we have faced in getting her registered is anything to go by, the expected surge in the number of voters may be more of a myth than reality.

Whose vote is it anyway?

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Udaipur (Rajasthan) [India], January 8:  Indian Institute of Management Udaipur invites applications for a Two-Week On-Campus Summer Program in Management primarily designed for MBA aspirants. This program is for students who want to experience student life at an IIM as a build-up to applying for an MBA program and those interested in a one-time experience. This two-week summer program is the first ever offered by any IIM. The program will be held at IIM Udaipur campus from June 01, 2025, to June 14, 2025.

IIM Udaipur Opens Admission for Its Unique Summer Program in Management

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], January 8: Writing a new chapter of success, BMW Group India has achieved its best-ever annual car deliveries with 11% growth. The company delivered 15,721 cars (BMW and MINI) and 8,301 motorcycles (BMW Motorrad) between January - December 2024. BMW sold 15,012 units and MINI 709 units.

BMW Group India continues its trailblazing performance Highest-ever annual car sales of 15,721 units with +11% growth

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], January 8: Denovo Bioinnovations Pvt. Ltd., an R &amp; D-driven, IP-backed deep-tech company specializing in advanced wound closure and handheld surgical robotics, has raised Rs1.96 Crore in its latest funding round led by Campus Angels Network. This funding will propel Denovo's efforts in product development, clinical validation, regulatory approvals, and to be ready for the commercialization of the products.

Denovo Secures Rs 1.96 Crore in Funding led by Campus Angels Network

"This is the most significant free speech case in at least a generation," said Timothy Edgar, a former U.S. national security and intelligence official

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New Delhi [India], January 8: Attention, skincare lovers! Obagi Medical, a globally renowned brand in medical-grade skincare solutions, is proud to announce its exclusive launch in India with Nykaa, the country's leading beauty and lifestyle destination. Founded in the United States, Obagi Medical is celebrated for its innovative and clinically proven products that address a range of skin concerns, including aging, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone. This milestone not only reinforces Nykaa's commitment to democratizing beauty by bringing the finest global brands to discerning Indian consumers but also highlights its pivotal role as a pioneer in introducing dermatological skincare solutions to Indian shores.

Nykaa Partners with Obagi Medical to Bring World-Class Medical Skincare to India

Both the Agrawal family and Temasek have signed a term sheet for a stake sale by the Agrawal family

Haldiram

Stock Market Highlights, January 8, 2025: The benchmark equity indices showed great resistance on Wednesday as the BSE Sensex reovered around 650 points from its day's low to settle at 78,141.06, down

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Stocks to Buy Today: Narayana Hrudalaya and Pfizer shares have been rising with heavy volumes

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Optimism on revenue growth based on projected improvement in technology spending in CY25

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Stocks to Watch, Jan 8, 2025: From Tata Steel to Dr. Reddy's Labs, here is a list of stocks that will remain in focus today

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Real estate consultant Anarock plans to double its office leasing team size to 100 professionals this year for catering to rising demand of premium workspaces from corporates.
Mumbai-headquartered Anarock entered into office leasing segment in April 2024, expanding its business from housing brokerage, capital market transactions, and leasing of retail as well as industrial and warehousing spaces, among others.
In an interview with PTI, Peush Jain, Managing Director, Commercial Leasing and Advisory at Anarock, said the office leasing team has grown to 50 professionals across India, blending seasoned industry experts with young, dynamic talent proficient in research, advisory, and transaction management.
"In 2025, we aim to double our team size, emphasising quality over quantity. Hiring efforts will target high-demand markets like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, focusing on strengthening transaction management, client advisory, and market research verticals to meet rising demand," .

myHQ by ANAROCK today announced a strategic partnership with WeWork India, a flexible workspace provider, under which myHQ will be the latter's solitary technology, marketing, and sales partner for its products, including day passes, conference room

From Siraj vs Head to Kohli vs Konstas, check out the top controversial moments from the India vs Australia series

Virat Kohli's controversial picture in Australian newspaper

Benign raw material costs, execution of healthy order book to aid growth, say analysts

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He further emphasized that the strengthening of the Panchayati Raj system in Sambalpur aligns with the larger vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote decentralized development

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He cited the 'Sheeshmahal' as an example, referencing a report by a leading newspaper revealing excessive expenditure on the Delhi CM's residence, based on the CAG report

Sanjay Raut

Challenging the decision of the Biden Administration to investigate the activities of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and his companies, an influential Republican lawmaker on Tuesday said such selective actions risk damaging critical alliance partners.
In a strongly worded letter to US Attorney General Merrick B Garland, Congressman Lance Gooden, member of the House Judiciary Committee, demanded answers on the Justice Department's selective prosecution of foreign entities and the potential harm such actions pose to US's global alliances and economic growth and that if there is any Geroge Soros connection to it.
The Department of Justice's selective actions risk damaging critical alliances with key partners like India, one of America's strongest allies in the Asia-Pacific region, Gooden said in his letter dated January 7.
Instead of pursuing cases with tenuous jurisdiction and limited relevance to US interests, the DOJ should focus on punishing bad actors at home, rather than chasing

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Battery swapping will only increase the cost for a consumer to run the vehicle, say e2W players

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The temporary work permits are the only real way to employ Indian immigrants in the US, since national caps make it nearly impossible for them to get a green card

H-1B Visa

In smaller Indian cities and towns, where opportunities for advancement are few and dwindling, the nounis emerging as something of a social and cultural phenomenon

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The visit is private and Trump has scheduled no official meetings, Kleist said. Trump Jr. does not have an official role within his father's incoming administration