Chinese drone companies rule the markets- in some segments, almost 70% of all commercially available drones come from China. Many people may not realise it, but drones have highly practical applications in agriculture, infrastructure, photography and most importantly, defence and security. Though such Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have been around for quite some time, their use has been highlighted in recent years, particularly the ‘drone wars’ during the recent skirmish with Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. China has taken the lead in developing high-quality drones that offer a variety of solutions, from a better vantage point for photographers to helping patrol…
Author: Abizar Attari
Abizar Attari
I’ve always had a fascination with storytelling. Analyzing diverse perspectives and helping people understanding them simply is my life’s motto. I live to create stories that you’d love to read. When I’m not writing, you'll find me having a leisurely stroll on the beach or in the park.
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Mumbai: PC Jewellers Ltd, a Delhi based jeweller, is seeing an increased interest from investors after it declared an 80% surge in its Q1 FY26 revenue to the bourses. This small cap stock has invoked strong interest with its shares rising up to 15% in intraday trade following the announcement. The company has seen its returns rise around 227% in the past one year, primarily due to the company’s focus on operational efficiencies and its intent to become debt free by the end of this financial year. PC Jewellers has seen a remarkable turnaround lately, reporting a net profit of…
The opportunity to earn a living motivates people to pursue various professions. Many aspire for a glamorous profession, while others may seem boring and uninspiring, and are ignored. Your uncle’s restaurant business may be earning him far less than what you think, yet the chaiwala outside your office could be out-earning your monthly paycheck! Many don’t believe such simple jobs can earn you that much, but you’ll be surprised how well they can help you get a consistent income. A recently viral Reddit thread named- “ What boring business would you start today” discusses such opportunities in detail, where people…
Mumbai: At the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 3, Tata Group’s retail arm Trent has forecasted its CAGR for 2025-26 to be around 20% as against its 5-year average of 35% from 2020 onwards. After this news broke, Trent shares have witnessed a 9% fall in early morning trades on July 4, sparking concerns about the company’s long-term prospects. During the AGM, the company showcased its ambition to scale its revenue by 10x, explaining how the company’s revenue had already doubled when the goal was set in FY23. The company operates in various retail formats, including fashion, retail,…
Washington, DC: US President Donald Trump announced a new trade deal with Vietnam, where import duties have been slashed from 46% to 20% from next week. This development comes at a time when many other countries, including India, have been negotiating with the Trump administration for a trade deal to protect their interests against reciprocal US tariffs. “Vietnam will pay the United States a 20% Tariff on any and all goods sent into our Territory, and a 40% Tariff on any Transshipping. In return, Vietnam will do something that they have never done before, give the United States of America TOTAL…
The talent war for AI researchers continues to get the spotlight. Facebook parent Meta has been accused of going to unprecedented levels to poach OpenAI researchers in recent days. Meta’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg aims to recruit a team of experienced researchers for his superintelligence lab, led by Alexandr Wang from Scale AI. Publicly, about 8 researchers have already left OpenAI for Meta, including Shengjia Zhao, Shuchao Bi, Hongyu Ren and IIT alumnus Trupit Bansal. Many believe Meta’s aggressive tactics have gone too far, even as OpenAI’s chief research officer Mark Chen experienced feeling like “someone has broken into our home…
New Delhi: It is next to impossible to access any kind of service without an Aadhaar card. This unique 12-digit identifier is linked to almost every aspect of our public lives- our bank accounts, mobile phone connections, train tickets and now even passport applications. Now that the government knows who you are, they want to identify where you live. The Department of Posts, in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad and ISRO, has released a policy document for DHRUVA (The Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address), outlining the framework for a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for a unique code for…
Mumbai: Jio BlackRock has launched three low-risk debt schemes after it received SEBI’s nod to commence mutual fund operations in May. These schemes include the Jio BlackRock Liquid Fund, Jio BlackRock Overnight Fund and Jio BlackRock Money Market Fund. Targeted at conservative, first-time investors, these funds come with a minimum ticket size of Rs. 500. The Net Asset Values (NAV) of these funds will be declared daily, with an almost negligible exit load, a unique proposition that other Mutual Funds may find hard to beat. Jio BlackRock Liquid Fund Aiming to invest in short-term instruments, this mutual fund seeks to…
India celebrates July 1 as National Doctors’ Day to commemorate the gratitude, compassion and dedication of the doctors who work tirelessly to promote health and well-being. Treating patients is not only about writing prescriptions or diagnosing diseases, it is about understanding every challenge the patient is facing and offering a solution for a better, healthier future. This Doctor’s Day, we spoke to 10 doctors to understand what this day means for them. Dr. Preeti Singh, Chief Medical Officer at Lissun “Being a doctor is not simply about treating symptoms or offering prescriptions, it is about entering someone’s story at a…
New Delhi: Sahyadri Hospital Group, a major hospital chain in and around Pune, has received strong interest from leading hospital chains, including Malaysia-based IHH and IPO-bound Manipal Healthcare, for a buyout. The hospital chain, which includes a capacity of 1,200 beds across Pune, Ahmednagar and Nashik, was acquired by the Canadian pension fund Ontario Teachers Pension Plan (OTPP) from the Everstone Group in 2022. Sources say that the proposed deal is estimated at Rs.6,838 crore. Currently, OTPP owns nearly 100% of the hospital chain, and it has been instrumental in expanding its reach to oncology and other specialities. As the…
