Barely 3 months after the NDTV episode, another lot of journalists, this time from the Network 18 group find themselves out in the streets, without a job to go to on Monday. I woke up to the news not surprised, but with a discernible sense of having reached rock bottom in terms of how bad things could get for the profession.

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A casual remark on the need for stricter regulation in Indian elite schools sparked off an intense debate between my cousin and I the other day. She was thinking of sending her 5 year old to the elite Dhirubhai Ambani International school in mumbai. I vociferously opposed the move, fervently arguing that these schools segregate the kids of rich and well-connected parents, huddling them together into closed coteries and perpetuating social exclusivity in an already grossly unequal world.

Social exclusivity: Too posh for their own good?

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 10: Celebrating 125 years of excellence, Jeena  &amp;  Company, a global leader in freight forwarding and supply chain solutions, stands at the cusp of a transformative journey. Jeena is drawing on its storied legacy to chart a bold new course, one rooted in inclusivity and equity. This milestone marks not only a reflection on the company's history but also an inspiration to reimagine its future.

Jeena and Company marks its 125th anniversary by recommitting to equitable opportunities in sports

Goa [India], January 10: In a landmark initiative that underscores the commitment to sustainability and community well-being, IHCL, Goa resorts has partnered with Bisleri International on their inspiring 'Bench of Dreams' project. This collaborative effort aligns seamlessly with IHCL's forward-thinking Paathya framework, which focuses on sustainability, social impact, and fostering holistic experiences for guests and the larger community.

IHCL Goa Resorts Joins Forces with Bisleri International on their \'Bench of Dreams\' Project, Paving the Way for Sustainability and Community Impact

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 10: The Physicians Association for Nutrition India (PAN India), in collaboration with the Indian Medical Association (IMA) Bengaluru, is set to host its landmark 30th Continuing Medical Education (CME) seminar in Bengaluru on January 12th, 2025. The event aimed at revolutionising the role of nutrition in healthcare across the country, will bring together leading healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers to discuss the critical impact of nutrition on preventing and treating Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).

PAN India to organise the 30th Continuing Medical Education (CME) Seminar in Bangalore

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 10: Mpower, an initiative of the Aditya Birla Education Trust, has significantly enhanced the mental well-being of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), contributing to a remarkable 40% reduction in suicide rates since 2020. This achievement highlights the success of Project Mann by Mpower, a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) that addresses the unique mental health challenges faced by CISF personnel, including prolonged working hours, loneliness, interpersonal issues, financial stress, and high-pressure living conditions.

Mrs. Neerja Birla Initiative Mpower Strengthens CISF Mental Health, Driving a Significant Decline in Suicide Incidents

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], January 10: GTPL Hathway Limited, India's largest Digital Cable TV Service Provider and a leading Broadband Service provider, announced its Financial Results for the Quarter ended December 31, 2024

GTPL Hathway Reports Stable Performance in Q3 FY25

Stock Market Highlights: Indian markets declined for the second consecutive session, ending the week on a negative note on Friday. The 30-share Sensex slipped 241.30 points or 0.31 per cent

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Stocks to Watch, Jan 10, 2025: TCS, IREDA, Tata Elxsi will be in focus post their Q3 results, also, Swiggy, Zomato, Vi and others will be on the radar

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British telecom firm Vodafone has sold its entire stake in Indus Towers for Rs 2,800 crore, the telecom infrastructure firm said on Friday.
Vodafone has sold 7.92 crore or 3 per cent stake in Indus Towers and used Rs 890 crore from the proceeds to clear lenders dues, the company said in a regulatory filing.
"Vodafone Group Plc announces that it has successfully completed the placing of its remaining 79.2 million shares in Indus Towers Limited ("Indus") representing 3.0 per cent of Indus' outstanding share capital through an accelerated book build offering on 5 December 2024," the filing said.
The company held 3 per cent stake through its indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries, Omega Telecom Holdings Pvt Ltd and Usha Martin Telematics Limited.
"Residual proceeds of Rs 19.1 billion (USD 225 million) have been used to acquire 1.7 billion equity shares in Vodafone Idea Limited through a preferential allotment of shares (a "Capital Raise"), increasing Vodafone's shareholding in Vi to 24.39

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Known as a long-time loyalist of Justin Trudeau, Arya's announcement came two days after Trudeau resigned amid growing discontent within the Liberal Party

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Shares of Atlas Cycles (Haryana) were locked in the upper circuit for the 10th straight day, up 10 per cent at Rs 112.78 on the BSE in Friday's intra-day trade.

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The US Defence Department has added dozens of Chinese companies, including games and technology company Tencent, artificial intelligence firm SenseTime and the world's biggest battery maker CATL, to a list of companies it says have ties to China's military, prompting some to protest and say they will seek to have the decision reversed.
The US has in recent years sought to restrict sharing of advanced technology, including semiconductors and artificial intelligence, deeming it to be a threat to national security. The Defence Department updates its list of Chinese Military Companies, or CMC list, annually. With the latest revision it includes 134 companies.
The National Defence Authorisation Act of 2024 bans the Department of Defence from dealing with the designated companies beginning in June 2026.
Tencent's Hong Kong-traded shares fell 7.3 per cent on Tuesday and the company said it would initiate a reconsideration process to correct this mistake, seek talks with the Defence ...

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The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries pumped 26.46 million barrels per day last month, down 50,000 bpd from November

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The province imported about 1.74 million barrels per day (bpd) of oil from Iran, Russia and Venezuela last year, accounting for about 17 per cent of China's imports

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Steel major Tata Steel on Tuesday said its crude steel production in the country grew by six per cent to 5.68 million tonnes in the third quarter of the current fiscal.
The company's crude steel output was 5.35 MT in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal.
"Tata Steel India crude steel production stood at 5.68 million tonnes. Production was up eight per cent quarter-on-quarter and six per cent year-on-year, aided by the commissioning of the five MTPA blast furnaces at Kalinganagar in September," the steel firm said in a regulatory filing.
Deliveries in India reached 5.29 MT for the third quarter, up 8.4 per cent year-on-year, due to steady sales in the domestic market and strategic presence in exports.
Tata Steel Netherlands reported liquid steel production of 1.76 million tonnes for the third quarter with deliveries at 1.53 million tonnes.
"Deliveries include volumes to UK operations of around 0.12 million tonnes. For nine months of FY25, deliveries were up 16 per cent 

Tata Steel is strengthening its new cold rolling milling (CRM) complex in Kalinganagar, Odisha, to serve domestic and world markets and maintain its leadership position in automotive steel, said a senior executive.

Subrahmanyan's '90-hour workweek' formula is one step ahead of Infosys founder Narayan Murthy's suggestion of working 70-hours a week

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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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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

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Though not officially announced, the 15-min delivery tab has been added to select locations in Mumbai and Bengaluru

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The changes involve simplifying the language and rationalizing information by using formulas and tables, and won't include any adjustments to tax rates and policy, the people said

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