Year: 2024

IT Boom: Indian Giants to Onboard 88,000 Fresh Graduates in 2024

Manish Kumar

Revival of Campus Recruitment India’s leading IT companies, including Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, HCLTech, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra, are returning to campuses to recruit fresh engineering graduates. This marks a significant shift after a year-long slowdown in hiring due to reduced demand. According to a Moneycontrol analysis, these top five IT firms are expected to hire between 81,000 and 88,000 freshers in the current financial year. TCS Leads the Pack Tata Consultancy Services, the country’s largest software exporter, plans to hire around 40,000 freshers, maintaining its FY24 numbers. In…

Obamas Endorse Kamala Harris for Democratic Presidential Nominee

Manish Kumar

Barack, Michelle Obama ‘proud’ to endorse ‘friend’ Kamala Harris Obamas say will do ‘everything’ to help Harris win the White House race Harris thanks for endorsement, says ‘means so much’ In a highly anticipated move, former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama have officially endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for the upcoming presidential election. The endorsement was announced via Twitter, with Barack Obama expressing his and Michelle’s belief in Harris’s potential to lead the nation. “Earlier this week, Michelle and I called our…

Apple Slashes iPhone Prices by Up to ₹6,000

Manish Kumar

Significant Price Reduction Across Models In an unprecedented move, Apple has announced a 3-4% price reduction across its entire iPhone line-up, marking the first time the tech giant has cut prices for its Pro models. This price drop translates to savings of between ₹5,100 and ₹6,000 for customers purchasing Pro or Pro Max models. Additionally, the iPhone 13, 14, and 15 will see a modest price reduction of ₹300, while the iPhone SE will become ₹2,300 cheaper. Reasons Behind the Price Cut The catalyst for this price reduction is a…

Madhya Pradesh Labourer Finds $100,000 Diamond: What Happens Next?

Manish Kumar

In a remarkable twist of fate, Raju Gond, a 40-year-old labourer from Madhya Pradesh, has unearthed a 19.22-carat diamond valued at nearly $100,000 (about Rs 83.7 lakh). Gond, who typically earns around Rs 350 a day to support his large family, has described this discovery as a life-altering event. The Journey to Fortune The story began two months ago when the monsoon season brought work opportunities to a halt. Gond and his brother Rakesh, facing financial strain, decided to search for diamonds on a 64-square-meter plot of government land in…

Paris 2024 Olympics: A Historic Opening Ceremony on the Seine

Manish Kumar

A Revolutionary Venue for the Opening Ceremony The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will commence on July 26 with an unprecedented opening ceremony, marking a historic shift from traditional practices. For the first time ever, the ceremony will take place outside of a stadium, unfolding along the picturesque Seine River. This decision reflects a bold move to incorporate Paris’s iconic landmarks into the Olympic festivities, promising a unique and unforgettable experience for spectators and participants alike. The Route and Parade Details The opening ceremony will feature a spectacular parade of athletes,…

PM Modi’s Firm Stand Against Pakistan on 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas

Manish Kumar

Honoring the Heroes of Kargil Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 25th anniversary of India’s victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War with a tribute to the fallen soldiers. At the Drass War Memorial, Modi laid a floral wreath to honor the officers and soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation. On July 26, 1999, the Indian Army concluded “Operation Vijay,” securing victory after nearly three months of intense combat in the icy heights of Kargil, Ladakh. This day is commemorated annually as ‘Kargil Vijay Diwas.’ Celebrating the Silver…

Sri Lanka’s Upcoming Presidential Election: A Crucial Vote Amid Economic Recovery

Manish Kumar

Date Set for September 21 Sri Lanka is set to hold its next presidential election on September 21, as announced by the Election Commission on Friday. This marks the first election since the 2022 economic crisis that led to widespread unrest and significant political changes in the country. The vote is seen as pivotal in determining the future of economic reforms in the financially troubled nation. Key Candidates and Nominations Incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe, aged 75, was the first to submit his nomination, along with a non-refundable deposit to the…

Startling Revelations about Puri’s Ratna Bhandar: Missing Valuables and Duplicate Keys

Manish Kumar

Suspicions Raised by Duplicate Keys and Unlocked Chests Justice Biswanath Rath, Chairman of the Puri Srimandir Ratna Bhandar Inspection Committee, made some startling revelations about the Ratna Bhandar during an exclusive interview with OTV on Thursday. Justice Rath narrated his experience inspecting the treasure trove, highlighting significant issues, including the presence of duplicate keys and numerous unlocked cupboards and chests. The Enigma of the Duplicate Keys During OTV’s Khola Katha programme, Justice Rath shared his skepticism about the duplicate keys provided to access the Ratna Bhandar. He noted that the…

Odisha Government presented Ambitious Rs 2.65 trillion Budget for 2024-25

Manish Kumar

On Thursday, the Odisha government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, presented its first budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, amounting to Rs 2.65 trillion. This budget, which is 15% higher than the previous year’s allocation, focuses heavily on agriculture and women empowerment. Major Allocations and Renamed Schemes Chief Minister Majhi, who also oversees the finance portfolio, introduced significant modifications to several existing schemes. The KALIA scheme was rebranded as the ‘CM-KISAN’ program, aligned with the Centre’s PM-KISAN scheme, to provide financial assistance to approximately 10 million…

Phantom Professors Scandal Rocks Anna University: 1 person holds 32 posts, 211 filled 2,500 vacancies

Manish Kumar

Anna University has been shaken by a scandal involving phantom professors filling numerous faculty positions across affiliated engineering colleges. The issue came to light after Arappor Iyakkam, a Chennai-based anti-corruption group, discovered that many faculty positions were held by non-existent professors. The university’s investigation revealed that 211 individuals were recorded as filling approximately 2,500 vacancies, with one person listed in over 30 different positions. University Investigation Vice Chancellor R Velraj confirmed the findings, stating that these 211 individuals were listed as full-time faculty across multiple colleges. “This doesn’t mean they…