Day: October 8, 2024

Ola Electric Faces Government Scrutiny After 10,000 Customer Complaints

Manish Kumar

India’s electric vehicle (EV) market has seen rapid growth in recent years, fueled by government incentives and a growing demand for greener transportation options. As a pioneer in the electric scooter industry, Ola Electric has played a crucial role in this EV revolution, capturing 27% of the market share. However, recent developments indicate that Ola Electric may be struggling to maintain its reputation, as it faces a significant backlash over its customer service, potentially jeopardizing its leading position in the sector. Government Action Following Massive Customer Complaints India’s Central Consumer…

Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir Elections 2024: Key Wins and Losses in a Day of Political Surprises

Manish Kumar

The 2024 election results from Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir have delivered a mix of victories, defeats, and unexpected outcomes. While the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a significant victory in Haryana, the National Conference (NC)-Congress alliance triumphed in Jammu and Kashmir. As celebrations and reflections begin, let’s take a closer look at how some of the key leaders fared in these elections. Haryana Elections: BJP Secures Victory, Key Wins, and Surprises Nayab Singh Saini (BJP): Secures Chief Minister’s Position Incumbent Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini retained his seat…

Hezbollah Backs Lebanon Ceasefire Efforts, Drops Gaza Truce as Condition

Manish Kumar

Naim Qassem Signals Possible Shift in Hezbollah’s Stance Amid Escalating Tensions with Israel Hezbollah’s deputy leader, Sheikh Naim Qassem, announced the group’s support for ceasefire efforts in Lebanon in a televised address on Tuesday, a notable development amid rising tensions and ongoing Israeli military operations in the region. For the first time, Qassem’s remarks did not include a reference to a ceasefire deal in Gaza as a condition for halting Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel, marking a potential shift in the group’s policy. Hezbollah’s Support for Lebanon Ceasefire Speaking on behalf…

Nobel Prize in Physics 2024 Awarded to John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton

Manish Kumar

Groundbreaking Contributions to Artificial Neural Networks Honored John J. Hopfield and Geoffrey E. Hinton have been jointly awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics for their pioneering work in the development of artificial neural networks, a critical foundation for modern machine learning. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, Stockholm, made the announcement on October 8, recognizing their profound influence on both physics and artificial intelligence (AI). “The laureates’ work has already been of the greatest benefit,” stated Ellen Moons, chair of the Nobel Committee for Physics. “In physics, we use…

India Mobile Congress 2024 to unveil 2 nd edition of ‘Aspire’ Start-up Program with over 900 Start-ups

Manish Kumar

IMC’s flagship program ‘Aspire’ to feature showcases and discussions on 5G use cases, AI, Deep Tech, Electronics, Enterprise, Green Tech, Industry 4.0, Security, Semiconductors, Smart Mobility, Sustainability, and Telecommunications equipment among others New Delhi, 8th October 2024: As the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024 approaches, IMC today announced the second edition of the Aspire, the flagship start-up program introduced in the last edition. The program was a success last year with over 400 startups participating and showcasing their innovations in various sectors in technology. The eighth edition of India Mobile Congress is…

CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum Marks 83 Years of Excellence on CSIR Foundation Day

Manish Kumar

The CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP) proudly commemorated the 83rd Foundation Day of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) with a ceremony on October 7, 2024 that showcased its achievements in research and commitment to sustainability. Sh. Chandrasekhar N, ED and Head (R&D), BPCL graced the Event as Chief Guest while Sh. Rama Rao Marri, VP & MD of Lummus Technology was the Guest of Honor. The celebration began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, a symbol of enlightenment and new beginnings. In his inaugural address, Director…

Event Highlights: Chief of Defence Staff Attends While Chief of Air Staff Reviews Parade

Manish Kumar

An immaculate ceremonial parade, a breath-taking demonstration of air power and a spectacular static display of state-of-the-art equipment marked the celebrations of the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF) at the Air Force Station, Tambaram in Chennai, Tamil Nadu on October 08, 2024. Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan graced the celebrations, while the ceremonial parade was reviewed by Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh. In his address, the Chief of Air Staff underscored the need for IAF to remain prepared to meet any contingency that challenges the national interests. He stated…

Jammu and Kashmir Elections: Can Nominated MLAs Alter the Path to Power?

Manish Kumar

The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections have garnered nationwide attention as they mark the first polls in the region since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. With 90 seats at stake, political parties are scrambling to secure the magic number of 46 needed for a majority. However, an unforeseen factor has added an extra layer of complexity to this already tight race—the Lieutenant Governor’s (LG) ability to nominate five Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs). The debate surrounding these nominations has raised concerns, with many questioning how these five individuals…

PM Modi Shares Heartfelt Gratitude as He Marks 23 Years in Leadership

Manish Kumar

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed his heartfelt gratitude for completing 23 years as the head of a government. Shri Modi recalled his time as the Chief Minister of Gujarat and said that Gujarat emerged as a shining example of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas,’ ensuring prosperity for all sections of society. Reflecting on the past decade, the Prime Minister said that India’s developmental strides have ensured that our country is being viewed with utmost optimism globally. He reassured the citizens he would keep working tirelessly and not rest…

Obama Calls Hamas Attack Horrific, Hopes for Peaceful Future Between Israel and Palestine

Manish Kumar

Former President of the United States, Barack Obama has denounced Hamas’ attack against Israel and called it ‘horrific.’ Barack Obama took to his X handle and posted about Hamas Attack Anniversary on October 7. He said that a year ago, Hamas launched attack against Israel that killed over 1400 Israeli citizens. He referred to these citizens as defenseless women, children, and the elderly. He said that the Hamas kidnapped more than 100 people. Obama mentioned that the peace seems more distant than ever. He said despite the odd circumstances, hope…