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Veteran Actress Barbara Rush Passes Away at 97

Veteran Actress Barbara Rush Passes Away at 97

Barbara Rush, a Golden Globe-winning actress, embarked on her journey in the entertainment industry in the 1950s. Her breakthrough role came in 1954 with the science-fiction film “It Came from Outer Space,” which earned her the Golden Globe Award for Most Promising Newcomer. Illustrious Career Spanning Decades Over the course of her seven-decade career, Rush …

AU Small Finance Bank Seeks Universal Banking License

Merger Announcement: AU Small Finance Bank and Fincare Small Finance Bank

AU Small Finance Bank has merged with Fincare Small Finance Bank, marking a significant consolidation in the banking sector. The merger, finalized on April 1, 2024, through an all-stock deal, strengthens AU SFB’s presence in South India and enhances its customer base and distribution network. Key Points Merger Details Fincare SFB shareholders received 579 equity …

Lt Gen JS Sidana is New Director General of EME

Lt Gen JS Sidana is New Director General of EME

Lieutenant General JS Sidana has taken over as the 33rd Director General of the Department of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (DGEME) and Senior Colonel Commandant of the EME Corps on April 1, 2024. Decorated Career During his 38-year career, Lt Gen Sidana has held many important regimental, command, instructional, and staff appointments. Before his current …

Top-10 Largest Universities in United States 2024

Top-10 Largest Universities in United States 2024

In the dynamic landscape of global education, universities stand as beacons of knowledge dissemination, research excellence, and academic prowess. As of 2024, several institutions worldwide boast remarkable scale and infrastructure, accommodating vast student populations and facilitating groundbreaking research across diverse disciplines. Let’s delve into the top 10 largest universities in United States, unraveling their academic …

Sanjay Nayar Appointed as New ASSOCHAM President

Sanjay Nayar Appointed as New ASSOCHAM President

The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), a prominent industry chamber, has appointed Sanjay Nayar as its new President. Nayar has replaced Ajay Singh, the Co-Founder of SpiceJet airline, whose tenure has ended. Nayar’s Background Sanjay Nayar is a well-known figure in the global financial markets. He was the former Chief Executive …

Paradip Port Emerges as India's Top Cargo-Handling Port in 2023-24

Paradip Port Emerges as India’s Top Cargo-Handling Port in 2023-24

Paradip Port Authority, Odisha, surpasses Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla, to become India’s leading cargo-handling major port in the fiscal year 2023-24, handling 145.38 Million Metric Tons (MMT) of cargo, marking a 7.4% growth from the previous year. Achievements Coastal Shipping Hub Handled 59.19 million metric tonnes of coastal shipping traffic. Managed 43.97 million metric tonnes …

Kodaikanal Solar Observatory: Celebrating 125 Years of Unraveling the Mysteries of the Sun

Kodaikanal Solar Observatory: Celebrating 125 Years of Unraveling the Mysteries of the Sun

Perched atop the picturesque Palani Hills in Tamil Nadu, the iconic Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (KSO) recently commemorated a remarkable milestone – its 125th anniversary of studying the celestial body that sustains life on Earth, the Sun. On April 1, 2024, the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and …

IOCL and Panasonic Partner for Lithium-ion Cell Manufacturing in India

IOCL and Panasonic Partner for Lithium-ion Cell Manufacturing in India

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) has collaborated with Panasonic Energy to establish a joint venture aimed at producing lithium-ion cells in India. This strategic partnership comes in response to the anticipated surge in demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage solutions within the country. Key points Initial Understanding to Joint Venture: The collaboration follows …