TikTok and its Chinese owner ByteDance have turned to a veteran US Supreme Court lawyer as they prepare to ask the justices to block a law that could ban the popular short video platform in the United States. Noel Francisco, who served as US solicitor general during Republican President-elect Donald Trump’s first administration, will represent TikTok along with his partner Hashim Mooppan at law firm Jones Day, court papers show. As the Justice Department’s top Supreme Court advocate from 2017 to 2020, Francisco defended Trump’s ban on people from six predominantly Muslim countries entering the United States. He has argued…
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India has emerged as a green leader among the G20 nations, boasting the lowest per capita CO2 emissions. With this, India is setting am example of sustainable development. In 2023, India’s per capita CO2 emissions were around 2.1 metric tons per person, compared to much higher figures in countries like Saudi Arabia, which had the highest per capita emissions at over 17 metric tons per person. China had the highest CO2 emissions among G20 countries, while Argentina had the lowest. India’s per capita emissions were the lowest among the G20 nations, highlighting its efforts in maintaining a lower carbon footprint.India’s achievement…
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) is an Indian organization headquartered in Mumbai, India. Founded by Dhirubhai Ambani, the present Reliance Industries CEO is his son Mukesh Ambani.Reliance has its entities across domains like vitality, petrochemicals, materials, common assets, retail, and broadcast communications. Reliance is one of the most prominent businesses in India, the biggest “traded on an open market” organization in India by showcase capitalization, and the biggest organization in India as estimated by income after it outperformed Indian Oil Corporation sometime back. On 18 October 2007, Reliance Industries became the first Indian company to cross $100 billion market capitalization.The…
For more than a week, residents in northern New Jersey have been baffled and concerned by the appearance of large, unidentified drones flying over the region at night. From Morris County to areas near Newark, sightings of these strange aircraft have sparked confusion, speculation, and official investigations, turning the quiet skies into a hotbed of intrigue. Resident Reports Flood In The mysterious drones, described by witnesses as “car-sized” and resembling small planes, have been seen flying back and forth for hours under the cover of darkness. Residents have captured footage and images of these aircraft, some of which look like…
Lab-grown diamond startup True Diamond has raised $1 million in a seed funding round led by Titan Capital, with participation from Huddle Ventures, Zeropearl Ventures, and prominent angel investors such as Ashutosh Valani, Priyank Shah, Aashka Goradia Goble, Mamaearth founder Ghazal Alagh, Abhishek Goyal, and Anmol Jain. The startup plans to use the raised capital to fuel the growth strategy, including building a skilled team, establishing exclusive boutique outlets in Mumbai and Delhi NCR, and launching robust branding and marketing initiatives. Sustainability in lab-grown diamonds Founded in January 2024 by Parin Shah and Darayus Mehta, the Mumbai-based startup specializes in…
SUMMARY In ecommerce, outsourcing often includes services like logistics, warehousing, customer support, and even IT solutions Ecommerce businesses outsource services for cost efficiency, scalability and access to expertise However, outsourcing can develop some challenges including loss of control, communication barrier and data security In today’s fast-paced ecommerce landscape, businesses are continuously seeking ways to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. One of the most effective strategies that companies employ is outsourcing. This approach allows ecommerce companies to focus on core functions while leveraging external expertise to manage various aspects of their supply chain. But what exactly is the role of outsourcing…
Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (AVGC-XR) have emerged as transformative industries in India, contributing significantly to the media and entertainment sector’s growth. Poised to grow at an impressive 14-16% CAGR over the next decade, this sector is unlocking opportunities across employment, innovation, and cultural preservation. Recognising this potential, the Government of Rajasthan stepped forward with the launch of its groundbreaking AVGC-XR policy on December 4, marking a pivotal moment in the state’s journey towards becoming a global hub for creative technologies.Rajasthan’s vision: Blending tradition with innovationRajasthan, known for its timeless heritage and vibrant culture, aims to leverage…
Apple has released iOS / iPadOS 18.2 into public beta, as spotted by MacRumors. It includes access to the second wave of Apple Intelligence features that were already available to developers, like the AI-generated custom emoji feature Genmoji and the Image Playground feature that generates pictures. It also adds ChatGPT integration, Visual Intelligence for searching using iPhone 16 cameras, a more robust Siri with improved responses to queries, and OpenAI’s ChatGPT is an option to step in and answer instead. ChatGPT access is free and doesn’t require an account to use it.Access to some of the Apple Intelligence features is…
SUMMARY The SaaS company said Jain’s resignation came into effect immediately and it is in the process of filling the vacancy A qualified company secretary from ICSI, Jain previously worked with companies such as PharmEasy, Games24x7, and Pantomath Capital Advisors Unicommerce’s net profit rose 21% YoY to INR 4.47 Cr in Q2 FY25, while operating revenue jumped 13% to INR 29.30 Cr Listed SaaS platform Unicommerce’s company secretary and key managerial personnel (KMP) Ajinkya Jain has quit the company citing “personal reasons and commitments”. In a filing with the BSE, the SaaS company said that Jain stepped down from his…