Emmy-nominated actor Edgar Ramirez has been tapped to star in ‘Borderlands’, Liongate’s movie adaptation of the popular video game of the same name. As per Variety, Ramirez will play the role of business titan and arms manufacturer Atlas, the most powerful person in the game’s universe. The rest of the ensemble cast […]
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Yahoo Answers shutting down on May 4
It’s time to bid adieu to one of the internet’s favourite dinosaurs! Yahoo Answers, a digital platform where users posted public questions on different topics, is shutting down forever. As per The Verge, Yahoo Answers, which is one of the longest-running web Q&A platforms, is shutting down on May 4. In addition to […]
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Pete Davidson, Phoebe Dynevor are dating
American comedian-actor Pete Davidson and ‘Bridgerton’ fame star Phoebe Dynevor are officially dating after sparking romance rumours earlier this year. As per Us Weekly, the two are indeed a couple and are trying to make a long-distance romance work. The outlet confirmed that they are “going strong, despite not being able to physically spend time together.” […]
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Eklavya Schools Hiring for 3,479 Posts, Monthly Salary up to Rs 2 lakh per
Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), Ministry of Tribal Affairs, has invited applications for the recruitment of various teaching staff. Interested candidates can apply at tribal.nic.in on or before April 30. The recruitment drive is being carried out to fill 3,479 vacancies in 17 states across the country. The eligible applicants […]
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Flipkart partners with EDEL to accelerate deployment of EVs
E-commerce marketplace Flipkart said on Tuesday it has partnered with Mahindra Logistics Ltd (MLL) as one of its key logistics partners to help fast track deployment of electric vehicles across its logistics fleet in the country. Flipkart has committed to 100 percent electric mobility in its logistics fleet and will deploy more than 25,000 electric vehicles (EVs) by […]
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Certain high BP medications may alter heart risk in people with HIV
New research has found that when people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) develop high blood pressure, the type of medication chosen for their initial treatment may influence their risk of heart disease, stroke, and heart failure. The findings of the study were published in Hypertension, an American Heart Association journal. With current anti-retroviral […]
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Covid-19 pandemic spreading faster in second wave
COVID-19 is spreading at a faster rate than the previous wave in India, the central government on Tuesday amid the rising number of coronavirus infections. India reported over 96,000 new COVID-19 cases and 440 related deaths in the last 24 hours, as per the union health ministry update on Tuesday […]
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Maharashtra has seven out of top 10 districts with most active Covid-19 cases
Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan on Tuesday informed that of the top 10 districts having the most active COVID-19 cases in the country, seven are from Maharashtra, one from Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, and Delhi, each. Addressing a press conference, Bhushan said, “Of the top 10 districts having most of active COVID cases, seven districts are from Maharashtra, […]
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HBO sets month-long celebration for ‘Game of Thrones’ 10-year anniversary
Good news for all the ‘Game of Thrones’ fans as HBO recently announced the launch of The Iron Anniversary, a month-long celebration to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the series premiere. It has been almost two years since the beloved fantasy series went off the air, but April 17 marks the 10th anniversary of […]
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Philippines reports record 382 coronavirus deaths
The Philippines today recorded 382 novel coronavirus deaths, the largest single-day increase in casualties, after previously unreported fatalities were validated then added to its tally. The health ministry said total confirmed cases have increased to 812,760, after 9,373 infections were reported today. Deaths have reached 13,817. “There were 341 deaths […]
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upGrad records an Annual Revenue Run Rate of USD 165 million
upGrad, South Asia’s largest higher edtech, today announced that it has crossed the milestone of USD 14 million a month and achieved an Annual Revenue Run rate (ARR) of USD 165 million. The edtech major now targets 25 percent revenue growth in the next quarter (April-May-June) with profitability in sight. “It’s been […]
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External factors might help children to develop internal control
The findings of a recent study suggest that the ability to control one’s own behavior, known as executive function, might not exist at all in the head. A new theory proposes that it develops with many influences from outside the mind. The theory, detailed in Perspectives on Psychological Science, draws […]
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S&P raises Tata Steel rating to BB-minus on deleveraging, strong operating momentum
S&P Global Ratings on Tuesday raised its issuer credit rating on Tata Steel and its subsidiary ABJA Investment Co Pte Ltd to BB-minus from B-plus. It also raised the long-term issue ratings on senior unsecured notes issued by ABJA. S&P said the benefits of strong cash flows and management’s commitment to lower debt should help Tata Steel to materially deleverage over the next […]
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Aakash joins Byju’s universe in a deal worth nearly $1 billion
Edtech company Byju’s on Monday confirmed the acquisition of education institution Aakash Educational Services Ltd (AESL), as it looks to boost its presence in the test preparation segment and add omnichannel capabilities to both entities. The cash-and-stock deal was closed at almost $1 billion last week, making it one of […]
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Delhi 10 pm to 5 am Night Curfew till April 30
Delhi today imposed a night curfew till April 30 to tackle a steep rise in Covid infections and a day after the country reported over 1 lakh cases in a single day. The “sudden increase in Covid-19 cases” and “high positivity rate” meant a night curfew was needed, the Delhi […]