Wipro, a leading IT company, has appointed Srini Pallia as its new CEO and Managing Director, effective immediately, succeeding Thierry Delaporte. Rishad Premji, the Chairman of Wipro, expressed confidence in Pallia’s abilities, acknowledging his instrumental role in the company’s substantial evolution over the past four years. Premji praised Pallia’s client-centric approach, growth-oriented mindset, strong execution skills, and commitment to Wipro’s values as attributes that qualify him as an ideal leader for the company’s upcoming phase of expansion and profitability. With over thirty years of experience at Wipro, Pallia will be based in New Jersey and will report directly to Premji.…
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In a recent interview at his New Delhi residence, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi surprised the Newsweek team by inviting them to touch his blue jacket. Revealing it was made from recycled plastic bottles, Modi showcased his fusion of innovation and tradition. This moment captured Modi’s trademark blend of innovation, tradition, and adept messaging, albeit with some controversy. The vest, reminiscent of the “Nehru Jacket” popularized by India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, has been rebranded as the “Modi Jacket” under Modi’s leadership, symbolizing national pride and fashion. Modi, known for his contradictory persona, embodies both a relentless modernizer and…
The Permanent Mission of India to the UN in New York recently marked India’s notable progress towards achieving Zero Hunger (SDG 2) during an event hosted at the United Nations Headquarters. The gathering centered on ‘Achievements in Food Security: India’s Strides Towards Sustainable Development Goals.’ A pivotal moment of the occasion was the acknowledgment of The Akshaya Patra Foundation’s extraordinary achievement of serving ‘4 Billion Meals’ under the PM POSHAN Abhiyaan initiative, signifying a significant advancement in nourishing India’s future generations. Prime Minister Modi praised The Akshaya Patra Foundation for its commitment, highlighting the cultural importance of nutrition and community…
Neuralink, the brainchild of Elon Musk, recently streamed a remarkable demonstration featuring Noland Arbaugh, a 29-year-old who became paralyzed following a diving accident. In this captivating video, which has garnered significant attention on social media, Bliss Chapman, a Neuralink engineer, proudly introduces Arbaugh as the first recipient of the groundbreaking Neuralink implant, affectionately referring to him as his inaugural “telekinetic friend.” Arbaugh astounded viewers by effortlessly maneuvering a computer cursor with his mind, showcasing the functionality of the brain-computer interface (BCI) as he engaged in a game of chess. Drawing parallels to the iconic Jedi mind control depicted in the…
Kriti Sanon embarked on her professional journey initially as a model before transitioning into acting, eventually establishing herself as one of the leading actresses of her generation within Bollywood. Presently, she revels in the success garnered by her recent projects such as “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya” and “Crew.” However, her path to success was strewn with challenges, as she recently voiced her frustration regarding losing out on roles to individuals with familial ties to the industry. Making her Bollywood debut alongside Tiger Shroff, a star kid, in the 2014 film “Heropanti,” Kriti Sanon clinched the Filmfare Award for…
India has recently announced an allocation of US$ 1.02 billion in incentives aimed at stimulating local manufacturing, complementing substantial private investments totaling over US$ 13 billion. These efforts are part of the larger US$ 24 billion (Rs. 1.97 trillion) production-linked incentive scheme (PLI) launched in 2020. The PLI initiative, which spans across 14 sectors ranging from electronics to drones, has attracted participation from major global and Indian companies including Apple, Foxconn, and Samsung Electronics. This initiative is in line with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to establish India as a leading manufacturing hub. The PLI scheme has yielded…
According to preliminary assessments by the Indian Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), there has been a notable 17% year-on-year rise, totaling US$ 49.16 billion (Rs. 4.1 lakh crore), in the value of mobile devices manufactured in India during the fiscal year 2024 (FY24). Despite stagnant domestic sales figures, the export of mobile devices has remained strong, with smartphone sales holding steady at 145-150 million units in FY24, witnessing a slight increase in the last quarter. The production value for the domestic market is estimated to have surged by 11%, climbing from US$ 31.1 billion (Rs. 2.6 lakh crore) in FY23…
In Swalath Nagar, located in Malappuram district, Kerala, the country’s largest Ramzan prayer congregation is set to take place on Saturday, April 6th. This spiritual gathering, where thousands of believers gather to seek blessings during the Night of Destiny, symbolizes the essence of Lailatul Qadr, observed on the 27th night of Ramadan. Madin Academy, situated in Swalath Nagar, Malappuram, renowned for its significant contributions to spirituality, knowledge dissemination, and humanitarian efforts, has been organizing this spiritual event for several years. It is widely acknowledged as the largest prayer congregation in the country, attracting believers from various regions. The yearly Ramadan…
Morgan Stanley, a global brokerage firm, has adjusted its GDP growth forecasts for India, foreseeing a stronger outlook for the financial year 2024-25 (FY25). The firm upgraded its GDP growth projection to 6.8%, up from the previous estimate of 6.5%. Additionally, for the ongoing financial year (FY24), Morgan Stanley revised its growth forecast upward to 7.9%. The firm anticipates India’s GDP growth to maintain its resilience, with an expected growth rate of approximately seven percent in the fourth quarter of FY24, ending in March 2024. This growth momentum is expected to be broad-based, with diminishing gaps between rural and urban…
A recent study conducted by Seoul National University College of Medicine in South Korea suggests a potential connection between migraine and an increased risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This research, published in Scientific Reports, adds to previous findings indicating that migraine might elevate the susceptibility to various health conditions, including gastrointestinal disorders. Notably, over 1 billion individuals worldwide experience at least one migraine attack annually, underscoring the significance of exploring its potential health implications. Previous investigations have linked migraine to several health concerns, such as stroke, heart disease, epilepsy, sleep disturbances, anxiety, depression, and gastrointestinal ailments like irritable bowel…
