Indian Media and Entertainment Sector Set to Reach ₹3.08 Trillion by 2026, Despite Slower Growth in 2023

The Indian media and entertainment sector, valued at ₹2.3 trillion in 2023, is poised for significant growth in the coming years, according to the annual media and entertainment (M&E) report by Ficci and consulting firm EY.

Odisha Government Partners with Education Ministry to Implement PM SHRI Scheme

The Odisha government is poised to collaborate with the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to implement the PM SHRI Schools scheme. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two entities

NCERT to Introduce New Textbooks Only for Classes 3 to 6, CBSE Informs Schoolsy

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has conveyed to its affiliated schools that the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) will introduce new syllabi and textbooks exclusively for classes 3rd to 6th for the academic year 2024-25.

Decline of COVID-19 Variant JN.1 as Emerging Subvariant Takes Hold

The prevalence of the dominant COVID-19 variant, JN.1, is waning as an emerging subvariant gains ground, signaling a shift in the trajectory of the pandemic. JN.1, which surged in the U.S. late last year, has seen a significant decrease in its contribution to new COVID-19 infections.

Karnataka Health Minister Accuses Centre of Disrupting Anti-TB Drug Supply

Karnataka’s Health Minister, Dinesh Gundu Rao, has voiced concerns over interruptions in the supply of anti-tuberculosis (TB) drugs by the Central government. Rao highlighted the critical shortage of medications, putting the lives of over 80,000 TB patients at risk annually in the state.

Argentina’s President Plans Mass Government Job Cuts

Argentina’s President, Javier Milei, has announced plans to terminate the employment of 70,000 government workers as part of his aggressive measures to trim the bloated state apparatus.

Central Government Employees Anticipate Pay Hike and Arrears on March 30: 7th Pay Commission Updates

Central government employees are eagerly awaiting potential salary increases and arrears, with reports suggesting that they might receive them on March 30.

Tech Mahindra Plans Merger of Two US-Based Subsidiaries to Enhance Operational Efficiency

Tech Mahindra, a prominent IT services and consulting company, has announced its intention to merge two of its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Born Group and Tech Mahindra (Americas).

Airbus Abandons Potential Acquisition of Atos Data Division, Leaving Atos in Limbo

Atos, an IT services company facing financial challenges, has hit another roadblock in its attempt to sell off part of its business to address its debt issues. Airbus, a potential acquirer of Atos’s big data and security business.

Zee Entertainment Streamlines Operations, Lays Off 50% of Bengaluru Tech Unit Staff

In a move to optimize resources, Zee Entertainment Enterprises has announced a significant reduction in its workforce at the Technology & Innovation Centre (TIC) in Bengaluru.

Vodafone Idea Launches Vi Movies and TV App for Comprehensive Entertainment

Vodafone Idea has unveiled a new all-in-one entertainment app, catering to the telco’s subscribers with a plethora of over-the-top (OTT) content and live TV.