Youngest world chess champion D Gukesh's schooling, education …
6 days ago · 18-year-old Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh has made history, becoming the youngest world chess champion by defeating Ding Liren. The thrilling final match secured Gukesh the title and a $2.5 million prize. Following in Viswanathan Anand's footsteps, Gukesh's victory was celebrated with a lavish ceremony at his alma mater, Velammal Vidyalaya, where he …
Union Budget 2025: How long is the average budget presentation …
6 days ago · Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present her eighth Union Budget on February 1, 2025. Her longest budget speech, delivered in 2020, lasted 162 minutes, while her shortest was just 58 minutes in February 2024. Budget speech durations have historically ranged from 90 to 120 minutes, with some exceeding or falling short of this timeframe.
Modest growth seen for gold in 2025: World Gold Council
6 days ago · World Gold Council (WGC) in its report released today has said that the market consensus of key macro variables such as GDP, yields and inflation – if taken at face value – suggests a positive but much more modest growth for gold in 2025. An upside could come from stronger-than-expected central bank demand, or from a rapid deterioration of financial …
China November industrial output rises 5.4%, above expectations
3 days ago · China's industrial output accelerated to 5.4% growth in November, exceeding expectations, while retail sales slowed to 3.0%. Fixed asset investment saw a slight dip, growing at 3.3% in the first eleven months of the year. These figures suggest a mixed economic picture as stimulus measures begin to impact the economy.
FIFA World Cup 2034: Has FIFA rigged voting system to award …
6 days ago · FIFA's move to award hosting rights for soccer world cup to Saudi Arabia has generated debate on social media. Under its de facto leader, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia has unleashed a spending spree on global sports, turning the kingdom into a contender for the biggest events. On ...
Gold firms as focus shifts to Federal Reserve's policy meeting
3 days ago · Gold prices held steady on Monday as investors awaited the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting, where a third interest rate cut this year is anticipated. While a quarter-point reduction is expected, future rate cuts remain uncertain. Geopolitical tensions in Gaza and weakening demand in India also influenced gold markets.
Reddit AI companies: How Reddit, one of US' most-visited …
6 days ago · Reddit, a social media veteran and IPO newbie, is the new attractive resource for AI companies. Reddit's huge amount of data works well for AI companies, courtesy its voting system to sort out content quality. AI companies need data so their apps can respond to users' prompts and search queries with accurate results.
wall street news: More bad news for emerging markets?
6 days ago · Oppenheimer's projections claiming S&P 500 will continue bull run With this latest revelation, Oppenheimer Asset Management has now become the biggest bull of Wall Street, and their projections on S&P 500's growth is quite optimistic, with reports suggesting that the bull run of the stock index would continue throughout the next year, which is a great news for US …
Legacy in action: Continuity, storytelling and archiving at the Tatas
6 days ago · R. Gopalakrishnan and Harish Bhat's book, "Jamsetji Tata: Powerful Learnings for Corporate Success," explores the Tata Group's enduring legacy. The authors highlight continuity, storytelling and archiving as core principles behind the group's success, offering valuable lessons for family businesses seeking long-term growth and impact.
54 journalists killed in 2024, a third by Israel: Media group
Dec 12, 2024 · Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reports 54 journalists killed in 2024, a third by Israeli forces, mainly in Gaza. Palestine is labeled the most dangerous place for journalists over the past five years. Conflicting figures from the International Federation of Journalists cite 104 deaths, with over half in Gaza. Israel disputes the figures. Global journalist imprisonments also …