Microsoft’s India operations remain unaffected by recent layoffs, as confirmed by country head Puneet Chandok. Microsoft plans to invest $3 billion in India to enhance its AI and cloud infrastructure. The layoffs impact a small percentage of employees globally, focused on underperformance.
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Belgian authorities are closely tracking fugitive Indian businessman Mehul Choksi's case as he reportedly left Antigua for medical treatment, while retaining his Antiguan citizenship. Reports suggest Choksi is in Antwerp with his wife and may use forged documents to acquire Belgian residency. Indian and Antiguan governments continue to cooperate on the case.
Amazon Prime Video is now streaming reruns of 'The Apprentice,' the reality show starring Donald Trump, starting with its first season. New seasons will be released weekly, with the seventh season coming in April.
In Raipur, a 13-year-old boy has been detained by police for allegedly raping a three-year-old girl, who is now in critical condition and receiving intensive care. The incident occurred when the boy lured the toddler, a neighbor, to an isolated location while her parents were napping.
Stock market recommendations: Bajaj Broking Research recommends buying NHPC and Symphony stocks amidst positive market signals. Nifty and Bank Nifty are expected to see upward movements.
US President Donald Trump confirmed the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, to India. Rana, linked to conspirator David Coleman Headley, challenged the decision in US courts, but the US Supreme Court denied his final petition, allowing his extradition where he will face justice in India.
Congress intensified its counter-attack on the USAID funding controversy, demanding PM Modi respond to Donald Trump's allegation of receiving $21 million to influence Indian elections. Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera questioned Modi and demanded a white paper on funds received from developmental agencies. The party also called for legal action against RSS-BJP for spreading lies.
Delhi Airport's Terminal 2 will close for repairs on April 15, 2025, prompting airlines like IndiGo and Akasa to shift operations to Terminal 1, which will then operate at full capacity. DIAL is trialing baggage transfers between T3 and T1 to ease connections, aiming for a 120-minute transfer time from T1 to T3, despite the lack of an air train.
N Srinivasan resigned as vice-chairman and MD of India Cements after it became a subsidiary of UltraTech. His daughter and wife also stepped down from their roles. Srinivasan ended his 50-year association with the company, which faced financial issues recently and was acquired by Aditya Birla Group for Rs 3,954 crore.
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on 17 December 2024, causing significant damage and loss of life. India expressed condolences and extended a relief assistance of USD 500,000 to support recovery efforts, emphasizing the strong relationship under the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC). India's commitment to humanitarian aid and disaster response is reaffirmed in this gesture.