As the second Test match between India and New Zealand unfolds at the MCA Stadium in Pune, New Zealand won the toss and elected to bat first. Both teams are eager to capitalize on their respective strengths. As it’s a must-win encounter for the hosts, India, buoyed by a passionate home crowd, aimed to build […]
In 1959, a group of seven determined women in Mumbai set out on a remarkable journey that would change their lives forever. With a mere ₹80 and a vision for financial independence, they founded Shri Mahila Griha Udyog Lijjat Papad. Their goal was not only to create a source of income for themselves but also
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Demystifying Carbon Trading: An Overview and Its Significance In the battle against climate change, carbon trading has emerged as a key tool, allowing governments and industries to curb greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Despite its growing prominence, carbon trading is often misunderstood. This article simplifies the concept, exploring how it works and why it is
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Imagine applying for a job in the 15th century. You’re not just competing against a few candidates; you’re up against the likes of artists, architects, and inventors. Enter Leonardo da Vinci—the ultimate Renaissance man—who didn’t just paint the Mona Lisa and dream up flying machines; he also crafted the very first resume in the world.
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When people think of the most profitable companies in the world, names like Apple or Google (Alphabet) dominate the conversation. But the title of the world’s most profitable company doesn’t belong to a tech giant—it belongs to Saudi Aramco, the state-owned oil juggernaut from Saudi Arabia. Aramco’s Unrivaled Profits Between fiscal years 2016 and 2023,
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Asian Paints, based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, is a global leader in the paint manufacturing industry, renowned for its ornamental paints, industrial finishes, and interior design solutions. As the largest paint company in India and the third-largest in Asia, Asian Paints operates in over 65 countries, with manufacturing facilities in 16 nations. This iconic brand has
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The U.S. economy is set to continue driving global growth through the remainder of 2024 and into 2025, propelled by strong consumer spending that has withstood high inflation and the elevated interest rates aimed at curbing it, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In its latest World Economic Outlook, the IMF revised its U.S.
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Have you ever noticed in a movie or TV show that while most characters flaunt sleek, modern smartphones, there’s always that one character stuck with a flip phone or outdated brick? And more often than not, they turn out to be the villain. There’s an intriguing reason behind this: Apple’s strict “no-villain” rule. While
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Scientists are constantly exploring new ideas to counteract global warming, and geoengineering is one of the most debated areas. One recent proposal suggests injecting 5 million tons of diamond dust into the stratosphere each year, which could potentially cool the Earth by 1.6°C. While this approach may sound futuristic, the study indicates it could avoid
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In the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis and the recent economic disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, central banks around the world have employed several unconventional tools to stabilize their economies. Among these tools, quantitative easing (QE) has garnered significant attention due to its scale and impact. But what exactly is QE, how
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