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India should offer incentives to encourage local manufacturing of critical battery components, says CEA

New Delhi: The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has recommended offering incentives to encourage the local manufacture of critical battery components including battery management systems, liquid cooling systems and battery energy storage system (BESS) containers to help meet growing power demand and maintain grid stability. In a recent report based on a workshop of key stakeholders,…

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City shift: Housing ministry lays roadmap for Smart Cities SPVs beyond mission deadline; new advisory proposes five-pronged role in urban development

The ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs on Tuesday issued a detailed advisory to repurpose the Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) created under the Smart Cities Mission, aiming to leverage their institutional capacity for long-term urban transformation even after the scheme’s closure on March 31. The advisory encourages states and Union Territories to identify pressing urban…

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    ‘What’s cricket? Do you sit on a horse?’ – Liam Plunkett recalls early days in the US and rise of MLC | Cricket News

    Liam Plunkett (Image credit: MLC) Liam Plunkett is no stranger to cricketing revolutions. A 2019 World Cup winner with England and one of the sport’s seasoned globe-trotters, Plunkett is now at the forefront of a new frontier: cricket in the United States. As a senior figure with the San Francisco Unicorns in Major League Cricket…

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    RCB to be sold after historic IPL 2025 win? Owner Diageo breaks silence | Cricket News

    Diageo India, the Indian branch of UK-based Diageo Plc and owner of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) IPL franchise, has firmly rejected rumors of selling the team. In a letter addressed to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and its Surveillance Department on Tuesday, June 10, a Diageo India representative stated that the media reports suggesting…

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    BlackRock’s smallest deal of 2024 may end up being its most consequential

    BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has sent a clear message to investors: The world’s largest asset manager’s smallest acquisition last year could end up its most consequential. During an industry conference in March, the long-time executive said BlackRock’s $3.2 billion purchase of alternatives asset data provider Preqin — its smallest of the four deals announced in…

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    ‘I would certainly invoke it’: Trump signals readiness to use Insurrection Act as LA immigration protests escalate

    US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he is prepared to invoke the Insurrection Act if protests in Los Angeles escalate into what he defines as an “insurrection.” The comment comes amid ongoing demonstrations now entering its fourth day against the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown.“If there’s an insurrection, I would certainly invoke it. We’ll see,”…

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    Beyond screen time: 10 smart ways AI can revolutionise your studying

    Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming the way students learn, making education more adaptive, efficient, and engaging than ever before. Instead of simply spending more time on screens, students can leverage AI-powered tools to personalise their study experience, receive instant feedback, and access resources that match their unique needs and goals. AI is not just a…

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    Shah Rukh Khan’s wife Gauri Khan shares an update on Mannat renovation: ‘Makeover expected to be completed within the next year’ | Hindi Movie News

    Shah Rukh Khan’s family is temporarily living in a luxurious rented duplex in Bandra while Mannat undergoes renovation. Gauri Khan, the interior designer, is expanding her brand to Delhi. Mannat, a 27,000 sq ft heritage home, is being enhanced with two new floors and opulent interiors. Shah Rukh Khan and his family have moved into…

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