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Adipurush faced mixed-to-negative reviews from critics - Asiana Times

Filmmaker Om Raut’s recent release, Adipurush, received a mixed-to-negative response from critics. However, despite the reviews, the film has managed to perform exceptionally well at the box office, surpassing the Rs 200 crore mark within the first two days of its release. In light of this success, Raut expressed his pride in the film’s performance and addressed the criticism regarding the changes made to the story of the Ramayana. Raut acknowledged that the Ramayana is a vast and expansive tale, and Adipurush merely showcases a small portion of it. He highlighted that understanding the entirety of the Ramayana would be…

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Chinese President Xi meets Bill Gates - Asiana Times

On Friday, Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, had a meeting with China’s President Xi Jinping amidst ongoing tensions between Washington and Beijing. According to Chinese state media, President Xi referred to Gates as “the first American friend” he had met in Beijing this year. Gates is the latest prominent US business leader to visit China since the country reopened its borders. In the coming days, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is also scheduled to visit China President Xi reportedly emphasized the importance of people-to-people relations as the foundation of Sino-US relations. He expressed his hope for continued friendly…

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Go Airlines aims to resume daily flights soon - Asiana Times

Go Airlines (India) Ltd., commonly known as GoAir, has been facing financial difficulties that resulted in the company filing for bankruptcy protection in May. GoAir, a low-cost airline based in Mumbai, has been operating domestic and international flights since its establishment in 2005. In recent years, GoAir has encountered a challenging operating environment due to intense competition within the Indian aviation industry and rising operational costs. The airline has struggled with high fuel prices, regulatory issues, and fierce competition from other low-cost carriers. The COVID-19 pandemic further exacerbated GoAir’s financial woes. The aviation industry experienced a severe downturn as travel…

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ADANI GREEN ENERGY: TOP RENEWABLE ENERGY COMPANY - Asiana Times

Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) is a leading renewable energy company led by Gautam Adani. It has the largest operating renewable portfolio in India with 8,216 MW. AGEL has been recognized globally for its ESG performance and aims to be among the top 10 ESG companies in the electric utility sector by 2025. Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), led by Gautam Adani, has achieved recognition as one of the top 10 renewable energy companies globally for its exceptional environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. Institutional Shareholder Services ESG, a renowned provider of ESG ratings and research, has ranked AGEL in…

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FastBeetle raises $3 million in Pre Series A - Asiana Times

FastBeetle raises $3 million in Pre Series A Jammu and Kashmir-based tech start-up FastBeetle Logistics Pvt. Ltd. has successfully raised an undisclosed amount in a Pre-Series A funding round at a valuation of $3 million. The round was led by KM Trans Group, a group of angel investors based in Jaipur, with advisory support from Alsisar Impact. FastBeetle Logistics, founded in 2019 by Sheikh Samiullah and Abid Rashid Lone, aims to disrupt the traditional delivery sector in J&K and expand its presence in the e-commerce market. The company has established a strong network of warehouses and delivery centres across major…

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Uttar Pradesh to support M-Sand manufacturers and MSMEs - Asiana Times

M-Sand, or manufactured sand, is an artificial sand produced by crushing stones and granite. It serves as a sustainable alternative to river sand, minimizing the environmental impact caused by excessive sand mining. Uttar Pradesh is introducing a policy to provide industry status and MSME-related benefits to M-Sand manufacturers, promoting its usage in construction. The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is set to introduce a new policy that will provide industry status to all entrepreneurs involved in the manufacturing of M-Sand, also known as manufactured sand. M-Sand is an artificial sand created by crushing large stones and…

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Adani stocks and the burden of Hindenburg's losses - Asiana Times

Four months after US short-seller Hindenburg Research released a damning report on the Adani Group, the conglomerate continues to struggle to shake off the impact. While two out of Adani’s ten stocks have shown strong recovery, a complete return to pre-Hindenburg levels still appears distant. Since Hindenburg’s report on January 24, which accused billionaire Gautam Adani’s empire of conducting “the largest con in corporate history,” the group’s market value remains down by over $100 billion, with the rout peaking at $153 billion. According to Abhay Agarwal, the founder and fund manager of Mumbai-based Piper Serica Advisors Ltd., there has been…

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Thor: Love and Thunder received mixed reviews - Asiana Times

Chris Hemsworth is an Australian actor known for his roles in both film and television. Born on August 11, 1983, in Melbourne, Australia, Hemsworth initially gained prominence for his portrayal of Kim Hyde in the Australian soap opera “Home and Away” from 2004 to 2007. Hemsworth’s breakthrough came when he landed the role of Thor, the God of Thunder, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. His portrayal of Thor in the 2011 film “Thor” catapulted him to international fame. He went on to reprise the role in multiple Marvel films, including “The Avengers” (2012), “Thor: The Dark World” (2013), “Avengers: Age…

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India's digital economy to reach $1 trillion by 2030 - Asiana Times

India’s digital economy has witnessed remarkable growth and is poised to expand even further in the coming years. India’s digital economy is projected to grow by over five times and reach a staggering $1 trillion by 2030, as per a collaborative research report by Google, Temasek, and Bain and Company. This growth is driven by the increasing demand for digital products and services, particularly in smaller cities across the country. The report, titled ‘India e-Conomy Report’, highlights that India is currently in its ‘Digital Decade’, with the internet economy projected to contribute 12-13 per cent of the country’s GDP by…

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Tata Digital targets revenue growth with app revamp - Asiana Times

Tata Sons has made a significant investment of over $2 billion in the Tata Neu super app, aiming to capitalize on its revamped version, which witnessed a surge in business during the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL). In an interview with ET, Pratik Pal, CEO of Tata Digital, shared that the company’s focus now lies on achieving profitability within a three-to-five-year timeframe. The app, which celebrated its first anniversary on April 7, underwent a complete redesign, along with enhancements in navigation and payment systems. These improvements led to a remarkable growth phase for the app, particularly in terms of…

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