Новости за 04.04.2024

IPL 2024's viewership has broken all records since IPL history, as per latest reports by BARC.

Spider-Man 4 featuring Tobey Maguire is every fans' dreams. Maguire's performance in "The Amazing Spider-Man" was lauded, paving the way for discussion over possible Spider-Man 4.

Christian Bale's next movie "The Bride" will see the Batman actor in Frankenstein’s monster look. First photos of "The Bride" are out.

The image revealed by Disney closely follows the style of the 2019 live-action adaptation. With this latest glimpse, Mufasa: The Lion King aims to immerse audiences once more in the breathtaking beauty of the majestic savannah.

Xbox Game Pass video games are being released on Xbox Series X|S, Cloud, Console and PC. These games are part of Game Pass' April release.

This documentary follows a horrific story of a girl by the name of Jennifer Pan who was involved in orchestrating a home intrusion that killed her parents.

As the third season of Resident Alien, based on the comic books by Peter Hogan and Steve Parkhouse, wrapped up on SYFY on April 3, fans are now wondering what lies ahead for the beloved series.

An Indian villager was killed and another injured in Tripura's Sepahijala district after the Border Security Force (BSF) fired to disperse a group of attackers along the India-Bangladesh border. The BSF stated that the incident occurred when around 30 to 40 Indian smugglers, violating the border curfew, attempted to smuggle contraband items to Bangladesh. The mob attacked BSF personnel, leading to injuries on both sides. The BSF fired in self-defence and to protect government property, resulting... Читать дальше...

WTA Finals relocating to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2024-2026, with $15.25M prize. Saudi Tennis Federation hosts top players. Mixed reactions highlight significance of the move for women's tennis.

Bengaluru's Ferns Estates has acquired a luxury hotel in Goa with plans to develop additional suites, aiming to capitalize on the high demand for such accommodations. The company secured a ₹150 crore project loan from Bajaj Finance for this expansion. With Goa being a popular tourism destination, the move is expected to enhance Ferns Estates' profitability. Additionally, the company plans to add about 1,000 keys to its resort portfolio over the next 3-5 years, targeting diverse locations to cater to a wide range of travelers.

China's BBK Group, the largest smartphone manufacturer, is breaking its sales structure for three brands, Oppo, Realme, and OnePlus, to de-risk the business under increased government scrutiny. The plan is to allow individual brands to have their own sales and marketing teams, ensuring they are not clubbed together in case of further government action.

As per Broadcast Audience Research Council data for 2+ age groups across urban and rural markets, the overall watch time for the tournament has jumped 29% to 8,028 crore minutes, compared to the previous year. In the previous edition, 30.7 crore viewers tuned in to watch the first 10 matches of the IPL, which translated to a watch time of 6,230 crore minutes.

Motorola, a Chinese smartphone brand, plans to double its smartphone sales volume in 2024 due to premiumisation. The company aims to become the third largest smartphone brand globally within 8-12 quarters. In India, the company's business has doubled, particularly in its premium Edge series models.

The Indian Army is set to enhance its engagement with the industry by expanding its internal design bureau and creating new structures for testing and innovation. The Army Design Bureau (ADB) will be expanded, and new cells will be established for greater interaction with the industry. The army plans to set up test bed brigades to try out new equipment and is considering creating an 'adversarial force' for wargaming future challenges. These initiatives aim to promote innovation and develop futuristic capabilities... Читать дальше...

​​The announcement comes a day after ET reported that the company had ceased production of its ShanIPV vaccines in India, which may lead to a potential shortage in the country.

Five global private equity firms, including Warburg Pincus, Permira, EQT, Bain, and TPG, are interested in bidding for Bharat Serums and Vaccines (BSV), which is seeking over $1 billion. The firms will sign expressions of interest soon and start due diligence on the Mumbai-based biopharmaceutical company. Advent International, the current owner, acquired BSV in 2019 and now wants to sell it. Some contenders may partner with pharmaceutical companies for the bid. Advent has engaged Jefferies and JP Morgan for the sale process.

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has rejected a proposal from telecom firms to offer refunds for part or full payments in case of spectrum surrender. The demand was raised during the notice inviting application (NIA) for the upcoming spectrum auction, which starts on June 6. The DoT has not mentioned the names of the firms, and the NIA provides an option to surrender spectrum acquired in the auction after 10 years.

The Bengaluru-headquartered chain Thursday said it has signed a lease agreement with MASA Hotels for a 300-room hotel at Mumbai's international airport, which will operate under its new five-star brand.

Pune-based Serum Institute of India (SII) is prepared to increase production of injectable poliomyelitis vaccine (IPV) to fill the gap left by France's Sanofi closing its manufacturing plants in India. SII currently supplies half of the 20 million IPV doses to the government's immunization program and can provide additional doses with a 3-4 month notice. Adar Poonawalla, SII CEO, stated that supplying IPV to the government at current prices is unviable for most companies, but SII continues to do so as a service to the nation.

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) is seeking input on pricing and spectrum quantum for future auctions of new bands for mobility and satellite communication services. The Department of Telecommunications has identified frequency ranges 37-37.5 GHz for International Mobile Telecommunication (IMT), 37.5-40 GHz, and 42.5-43.5 GHz for international mobile telecommunication (IMT) and satellite gateway links.

Bajaj Auto plans to disrupt the entry-level motorcycle market with the world's first CNG-run motorcycle, aiming to halve monthly fuel expenses. The bi-fuel motorcycles, priced at a premium, will challenge Hero MotoCorp's dominance. Bajaj aims to capitalize on the mileage-conscious entry-level segment, where it currently holds an 8% share. The move aligns with government carbon reduction goals and leverages Bajaj's experience in CNG three-wheelers. Launching first in Maharashtra and Gujarat, Bajaj... Читать дальше...

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested three individuals, including two Pakistani nationals, at the Sonauli border between Nepal and India. The arrests were made based on information suggesting their intent to carry out terrorist activities in India. One of the arrested individuals, Altaf Bhat, a Kashmiri, had received training from Hizbul Mujahideen in Pakistan. The ATS stated that the ISI, along with Hizbul Mujahideen, aimed to recruit Indians to spread terrorism in India, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.

Dabur India, a packaged consumer goods maker, has forecasted mid-single-digit revenue growth for the quarter ending March 2024. The company, which depends on rural markets for nearly half of its annual sales, expects improvement in consumption in the coming months due to macro-economic indicators. The company expects high single-digit growth in the home and personal care segment, while healthcare and foods segments are expected to register low single-digit growth.

"Parasyte: The Grey" is releasing on Netflix as the Korean sci-fi drama is inspired by a popular Japanese manga.

India transitioning to living wages with ILO, affecting labor costs. Disparities in pay among different worker types. Global minimum wage increases noted. Italy resists implementing minimum wage. Challenges anticipated for MSMEs, SMEs, and gig workers.