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Singapore Government Raises Minimum Wages for Expats
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Singapore Government Raises Minimum Wages for Expats

18th March, 2024: Singapore Government has implemented new regulations regarding minimum wages for foreign workers, particularly focusing on the Employment Pass (EP) policy. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has announced adjustments to the EP minimum qualifying salary, increasing it from $5,000 to $5,600 per month. This increment will be progressively raised with age, reaching up to $10,700 for individuals in their mid-40s. These changes aim to maintain equitable opportunities for local employees across all age demographics. The EP is a work permit that allows foreign professionals, managers, and executives to be employed in Singapore. The minimum qualifying salary for the EP is based on the top one-third of local PMET1 wages, ensuring that EP holders meet high-quality standards. The...
Tata Motors demerge its businesses into two separate listed companies
Automobile

Tata Motors demerge its businesses into two separate listed companies

The Board of Directors of Tata Motors Limited has approved the proposal of demerger of Tata Motors Ltd into two separate listed companies housing A) the Commercial Vehicles business and its related investments in one entity and B) the Passenger Vehicles businesses including PV, EV, JLR and its related investments in another entity. The demerger will be implemented through an NCLT scheme of arrangement and all shareholders of TML shall continue to have the identical shareholding in both the listed entities. Over the past few years, the Commercial Vehicles (CV), Passenger Vehicles (PV+EV), and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) businesses of Tata Motors have delivered a strong performance by successfully implementing distinct strategies. Since 2021, these businesses have been operating independentl...
Tiger Woods Officially Ends 27 Year Old Nike Contract
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Tiger Woods Officially Ends 27 Year Old Nike Contract

Jan 10, 2024: In a historic announcement that has sent shockwaves through the world of golf, Tiger Woods has officially called end of his legendary 27-year partnership with the iconic sportswear brand Nike. This significant move not only marks the end of an era but also raises intriguing questions about the future of both Woods and the sport itself. Taking to social media, Woods expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Nike co-founder Phil Knight, acknowledging his "passion and vision" that brought them together when he first turned professional. An exciting journey that began in 1996, shortly after Woods clinched his third consecutive U.S. Amateur Golf Championship, sealing a monumental five-year deal reportedly worth $40 million. Throughout the years, Woods has been the face of Nike, ...
Tesla Recalls 1,617,643 Vehicles in China Over Safety Concerns
CHINA

Tesla Recalls 1,617,643 Vehicles in China Over Safety Concerns

Beijing, 5th Jan 2024: In a recent announcement, the government regulator has mandated a recall of 1,617,643 Tesla vehicles, comprising both imported and domestically produced models. This recall affects various popular Tesla models, including the Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y, manufactured between August 26, 2014, and December 20, 2023. Notably, this recall covers a significant portion of the vehicles Tesla has sold in China. The recall has been initiated due to two critical safety concerns identified by China's State Administration for Market Regulation. The first issue affects 7,538 vehicles and involves a problem with the door unlock logic control. Specifically, in the event of a collision, the non-collision side door latch may detach from the latch mechanism, leaving the ...
Nestle India set first stock split date; Big Opportunity for Investors
Market

Nestle India set first stock split date; Big Opportunity for Investors

Mumbai, 21st December, 2023: Nestle India, the owner of popular brands like Nescafe, Maggi, and Kit Kat, is set to proposed stock split. The board of directors of this leading FMCG company has announced that January 5, 2024, will serve as the record date for the previously announced stock split. On October 19, Nestle's board granted approval for a stock split in the ratio of 1:10. This means that each equity share with a face value of ₹10 will be divided into 10 shares, each with a face value of ₹1. The stock split will result in an increased number of outstanding shares, thereby enhancing the liquidity of the share. Taking into account the most recent shareholding pattern available on the BSE, promoter entities presently hold a 62.8% stake in the company. Foreign institutional investo...
Adobe acquired Rephrase.ai, AI-driven video creation startup
ACQUISITION

Adobe acquired Rephrase.ai, AI-driven video creation startup

Adobe, the renowned software company, has recently acquired Rephrase.ai, an AI-driven video creation startup based in Bengaluru, making it their first generative AI acquisition in India. According to the Economic Times, Adobe plans to integrate Rephrase's technology stack and generative AI video capabilities into their native video-editing platform, Creative Cloud. This strategic move aims to enhance and expand Adobe's range of services. The acquisition of Rephrase.ai will empower Adobe to seamlessly incorporate AI-driven video content tools across their software suite. This comes at a time when corporations are actively seeking AI-powered solutions to complement their daily work processes. Rephrase.ai, founded in 2019 by Ashray Malhotra, Nisheeth Lahoti, and Shivam Mangla, all g...
Nepal Bans TikTok, Citing Disruption of Social Harmony
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Nepal Bans TikTok, Citing Disruption of Social Harmony

In a recently held meeting, Nepal banned the immensely popular social media application, TikTok. The move comes in response to concerns regarding the app's impact on "social harmony" within the country. Foreign Minister Narayan Prakash Saud has announced the immediate enforcement of the ban. Minister Saud emphasized that the decision was crucial in order to regulate the usage of the social media platform, which had been causing disruptions to social order, goodwill, and the dissemination of indecent content. To foster accountability, the government has demanded that social media companies register and establish liaison offices in Nepal, fulfill tax obligations, and adhere to the nation's laws and regulations. While it remains unclear what specifically prompted this ban, speculation ...
India’s leading escooter player Ola Electric raises $385 Mn
FUNDING

India’s leading escooter player Ola Electric raises $385 Mn

Bengaluru, 27th Oct 2023: Ola Electric, a leading player in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, has recently secured an impressive funding amount of Rs 3,200 crore. This substantial investment comes from prominent investors, including Temasek and State Bank of India (SBI). In an official statement, Ola Electric proudly announced the successful conclusion of this funding round, led by Temasek and SBI. The company plans to allocate these funds towards the expansion of its EV business, as well as the establishment of India's inaugural lithium-ion cell manufacturing facility. This facility will be situated in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu. Looking forward, the Bangalore-based firm is eager to accelerate its growth trajectory in the EV market. Ola Electric aims to achieve this by ramping up it...
The Secrets Behind DMart’s Low Price Strategy
BUSINESS

The Secrets Behind DMart’s Low Price Strategy

Founded in the bustling city of Mumbai in 2002 by the visionary leader and investor R K Damani, DMart has emerged as a leading supermarket chain in India. With a humble beginning of stores limited to four states during its initial 15 years, the company has now expanded exponentially to encompass an impressive network of 336 stores across 72 cities in 11 states. In this article will find out the Secrets Behind DMart's Low Price Strategy which sets apart from its competitors like Reliance retail, Spencer, Star market etc. First Lets Understand DMart's Philosophy When it comes to retail giants, DMart has made a name for itself with its low price strategy. Shoppers flock to DMart stores, eager to snag great deals on a wide range of products. But what exactly is the secret behind DMart's...
Global Digital Payment Transaction Volumes set to reach 1.3 trillion in 2023 
ANALYSIS

Global Digital Payment Transaction Volumes set to reach 1.3 trillion in 2023 

Paris, September 15, 2023 – The Capgemini Research Institute’s 2023 World Payments Report, published today, reveals non-cash transaction volumes will reach 1.3 trillion by 2023 globally. As consumers and businesses adopt new digital payment schemes, the report suggests this growth will accelerate to 2.3 trillion by 2027 growing at a rate of 15% annually. At a regional level, digital payments will grow by 19.8% across the Asia Pacific, 10.7% in Europe, and 6.5% in North America by 2027.  The expanding digital payment infrastructure, regulations, and open banking are swiftly changing how customers and businesses pay for goods and services. According to the report, by 2027, new payment methods (instant payments, e-money, digital wallets, account-to-account, and QR code payments) will...
What is Quantum Computing and how it will work
Tech

What is Quantum Computing and how it will work

Quantum computing is a field of computing that utilizes the principles of quantum mechanics to process and manipulate information. Traditional computers, known as classical computers, use bits to represent and process information, where each bit can be either a 0 or a 1. In contrast, quantum computers use quantum bits, or qubits, which can represent and process information as both 0 and 1 simultaneously, thanks to a property known as superposition. The power of quantum computing lies in its ability to leverage this superposition and another quantum property called entanglement. Entanglement allows qubits to be interconnected in such a way that the state of one qubit can instantaneously affect the state of another, regardless of the physical distance between them. This property enables ...
Premium Sneaker Brand Mainstreet Marketplace Secures $2 Million
FUNDING

Premium Sneaker Brand Mainstreet Marketplace Secures $2 Million

Bengaluru, 30th June, 2023: Premium Sneaker Resale platform, The Mainstreet Marketplace raises $2 million in a seed funding round led by zerodha's cofounder Nikhil Kamath, Abhijeet Pai’s fund Gruhas and others.  There was participation from Silverneedle Ventures, Deepinder Goyal, founder of Zomato, Sujeet Kumar, founder of Udaan, Amarjit Batra, managing director of Spotify India, Yogesh Chaudhary, director of Jaipur Rugs, Sujeet Kumar and Arjun Vaidya, founder of Dr. Vaidya. Comedian Tanmay Bhat, actors Mouni Roy and Ashish Chanchlani, musician Nikhil Chinappa also took part in the funding round. The D2C platform will deploy the funds towards hiring an experienced senior management team, expanding their brick-and-mortar into more cities, and building on the quality of their customer...