Hinduja Tech, a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland, is set to acquire Germany-based engineering firm Tecosim Group for €21 million (approximately ₹190 crore). This strategic move is designed to expand Hinduja Tech’s presence in the European market and enhance its global capabilities in mobility engineering services. Background on Hinduja Tech Hinduja Tech, established as a leading…
Indian ed-tech giant Byju’s, once valued at $22 billion, faces a total shutdown if insolvency proceedings continue, warned its CEO in a court filing. The financial troubles of the company could lead to thousands of employees quitting and a complete halt of its services. Recent Setbacks Byju’s, backed by notable investors like Prosus and General…
Donald Trump has pledged to end the Ukraine-Russia war following a congratulatory call from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The two leaders spoke over the phone on Friday, marking Trump’s first conversation with a foreign leader since officially becoming the Republican Party’s presidential nominee. This call highlights the growing international awareness of Trump’s potential impact on…
The Odisha government has renamed the Biju Patnaik Sports Award to the ‘Odisha Rajya Krida Samman.’ The Sports and Youth Services Department issued an official notification on Saturday. Honoring Outstanding Achievements This prestigious award recognizes sportspersons from Odisha who have achieved outstanding performance in recognized sports. It celebrates their contributions to making Odisha and India…
The Bangladesh government, led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, imposed a nationwide curfew and deployed military forces after violent protests over the government job quota system escalated. The unrest reached a critical point on Friday when protesters stormed a jail in Narsingdi, freeing hundreds of inmates and setting the facility ablaze. Official Announcement and Response…
Odisha’s popular dessert, Rasagola, received a melodic tribute with the unveiling of the Rasagola Anthem. The event took place in the presence of Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj and renowned Odissi vocalist Padma Shri Shyamamani Devi. This anthem celebrates the beloved sweet treat and beautifully captures the divine tale of Lord Jagannath and Goddess Lakshmi’s celestial…
For four nights at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, speakers attempted to rebrand Donald Trump. They aimed to portray him as a caring family man, changed by a near-assassination attempt at a rally. Trump seemed to embrace this effort as he accepted the party’s nomination. Shift in Tone Trump told the Washington Examiner that…
Infosys to hire 15,000-20,000 freshers in FY25 · Workforce reduced by 1,908 in Q1 · Infosys hit all-time high post Q1 results Infosys is planning to hire 15,000-20,000 freshers for the fiscal year 2025, according to Chief Financial Officer Jayesh Sanghrajka. During a press briefing announcing the company’s Q1 results, Sanghrajka stated that the hiring plans will…
Singapore High Commissioner to India Simon Wong extended a significant offer of support to Odisha, emphasizing collaboration on skill development and green energy initiatives. This gesture marks a deepening of bilateral relations between Singapore and the Indian state. Wong, accompanied by Cheong Ming Foong, Consul General of the Republic of Singapore, was the first foreign…
Air India’s non-stop flight from Delhi to San Francisco, carrying 225 passengers and 19 crew members, was diverted to Russia’s Krasnoyarsk International Airport (KJA) on Thursday. The diversion was due to a technical issue detected in the cargo hold area. The airline explained that the cockpit crew of flight AI183 took this precautionary measure after…
