Titans suffer an unthinkable embarrassment with 13th loss of the seasonMajority of Indian manufacturers are embracing technology as a catalyst of future profitability and global competitiveness. However, a significant share of companies are allocating less than 10% of their budgets to technology, according to a study by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). ET Year-end Special Reads What kept India's stock market investors on toes in 2024? India's car race: How far EVs went in 2024 Investing in 2025: Six wealth management trends to watch out for India's manufacturing sector is going through a transformation, fueled by adoption of technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), robotics, and automation. This transformation can support the goal of increasing manufacturing's contribution to India's gross domestic product to 25% in the next few years, according to the report titled ' Smart Manufacturing : Unlocking India's Potential'. "By embracing these advancements, the country can gain a competitive edge globally and establish itself as a manufacturing leader," said Deepak Shetty, Chairman of the Council on Manufacturing Excellence, CII and CEO & Managing Director, JCB India Limited. The survey covered enterprises of varying sizes, ranging from ₹5 crore to over ₹24,000 crore. In the next two years, sectors aim to allocate 11-15% of their budgets towards technology investments to boost efficiency and innovation, the report mentioned. 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SACRAMENTO, Calif. , Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Reviver ® is proud to support the Winter Fest SoCal Car Show and Toy Drive, bringing joy to children and families in need. This past weekend, the Winter Fest SoCal Car Show and Toy Drive in Pomona, California , brought together car enthusiasts from across Southern California to celebrate the holidays and of course, all things cars. Attendees celebrated the season by decking out their cars, motorcycles and trucks, and supporting a good cause. This year's Winter Fest supported the Community Family Guidance Center (CFGC). CFGC helps southeast Los Angeles County's under-served children and their families heal from trauma, abuse, emotional, behavioral and mental health issues through proven interventions and compassionate guidance. "We're proud to partner with our community and fellow auto enthusiasts to make the holidays brighter for those who need it most," said Reviver Founder and Chief Strategy Officer Neville Boston . "Together, we can help create joy and ensure that every child experiences the magic of the season." If you missed Winter Fest or are not local to Los Angeles County , there are still many ways to give back. Reviver is inviting the community to join in spreading holiday cheer wherever they are by supporting a local toy drive . ABOUT REVIVER ® Reviver ® is a technology company on a mission to modernize the driving experience. As developer of the world's first digital license plate platform, Reviver products transform the license plate into a connected vehicle platform, enabling consumers and commercial businesses to digitize vehicle registration renewals and experience a growing set of personalization, convenience, and safety features, all managed through a mobile or web app interface. Reviver's digital license plates are legal for sale in Arizona and California , along with Texas for commercial fleet vehicles. Ten additional states are in various stages of adoption. Founded in 2009, Reviver is headquartered in Northern California , and is the official patch partner of the Sacramento Kings and the official innovation partner of the Sacramento Kings and Golden 1 Center. To purchase an RPLATE click here . To learn more about the RPLATE, click here . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/reviver-helps-drive-the-spirit-of-giving-this-holiday-season-302336678.html SOURCE ReviverSACRAMENTO, Calif. , Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Reviver ® is proud to support the Winter Fest SoCal Car Show and Toy Drive, bringing joy to children and families in need. This past weekend, the Winter Fest SoCal Car Show and Toy Drive in Pomona, California , brought together car enthusiasts from across Southern California to celebrate the holidays and of course, all things cars. Attendees celebrated the season by decking out their cars, motorcycles and trucks, and supporting a good cause. This year's Winter Fest supported the Community Family Guidance Center (CFGC). CFGC helps southeast Los Angeles County's under-served children and their families heal from trauma, abuse, emotional, behavioral and mental health issues through proven interventions and compassionate guidance. "We're proud to partner with our community and fellow auto enthusiasts to make the holidays brighter for those who need it most," said Reviver Founder and Chief Strategy Officer Neville Boston . "Together, we can help create joy and ensure that every child experiences the magic of the season." If you missed Winter Fest or are not local to Los Angeles County , there are still many ways to give back. Reviver is inviting the community to join in spreading holiday cheer wherever they are by supporting a local toy drive . ABOUT REVIVER ® Reviver ® is a technology company on a mission to modernize the driving experience. As developer of the world's first digital license plate platform, Reviver products transform the license plate into a connected vehicle platform, enabling consumers and commercial businesses to digitize vehicle registration renewals and experience a growing set of personalization, convenience, and safety features, all managed through a mobile or web app interface. Reviver's digital license plates are legal for sale in Arizona and California , along with Texas for commercial fleet vehicles. Ten additional states are in various stages of adoption. Founded in 2009, Reviver is headquartered in Northern California , and is the official patch partner of the Sacramento Kings and the official innovation partner of the Sacramento Kings and Golden 1 Center. To purchase an RPLATE click here . To learn more about the RPLATE, click here . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/reviver-helps-drive-the-spirit-of-giving-this-holiday-season-302336678.html SOURCE ReviverGCM tapping niche but lucrative market
John took many swipes at the album after he left the band In just eight years together as a band, The Beatles recorded thirteen studio albums - including seven from 1963 to 1966. John Lennon , Paul McCartney , Ringo Starr and George Harrison were prolific in the early days, delivering record after record to their legions of fans. However, they slowed down somewhat in the second half of the 1960s as their sound evolved. They stopped performing live in 1966 and that year's album 'Revolver' saw The Beatles move further away from their early style, using more studio technology and innovating with a new approach. The following year the band released their eighth studio album, ' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band ' - amid the 'summer of love'. It is arguably their most iconic work, capturing the counterculture movement, with Peter Blake and Jann Haworth's cover art one of the Fab Four's defining images. The psychedelic album was largely Paul's brainchild and came up with the idea for songs involving a fictional military band during a flight to London at the end of 1966. An avant-garde record, it is an early example of a concept album and was incredibly influential in the music world. 'Sgt Pepper' was said to be Paul's favourite work that the band produced. He was the driving force behind it while at the peak of his creative powers. In an interview with Mojo, Paul said about it: "I think it’s the most influential Beatles album. Perhaps, as you said, in inverted commas, it’s the most 'important', but not necessarily the best. '"Revolver' had some special moments on it. What’s called ‘The White Album’ had some very important moments on it. And 'Abbey Road'. There are other albums as good in different ways. But 'Pepper' is the most noticeable Beatles album because it was so different, and such a change from what was going on at the time." But the album was not universally popular among his colleagues. John took many swipes at it in interviews after he left the band. Writing in 1978 about wanting to spend less time with music and more time with his family, he said: "The lesson for me is clear. I've already 'lost' one family to produce what? Sgt Pepper? I am blessed with a second chance". John added: "If I never 'produce' anything more for public consumption than 'silence', so be it. Amen." Far Out Magazine also reports that John once said: "I actively dislike bits...which didn’t come out right. There are bits in 'Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds' I don’t like. Some of the sound in 'Mr Kite' isn’t right. I like 'A Day in the Life', but it’s still not half as nice as I thought it was when we were doing it”. Despite John's dislike of it, 'Sgt Pepper' was incredibly successful. Its list of great tracks include 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds', 'A Day in the Life' and the album's title track. It became 18 times platinum in the UK and topped the charts across the world. In his review of the album Neil McCormick of The Telegraph said: "It is impossible to overstate its impact: from a contemporary Sixties perspective it was utterly mind-blowing and original. Looking back from a point when its sonic innovations have been integrated into the mainstream, it remains a wonky, colourful and wildly improbable pop classic, although a little slighter and less cohesive than it may have seemed at the time."
MITCHELL, S.D. — The University of Jamestown men’s basketball team could not find a way back in a 78-69 loss to Dakota Wesleyan University on Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Tigers’ World’s Only Corn Palace. Midway through the first half, the Tigers (11-3) took an 18-9 lead and they were able to keep their lead to between seven points and 10 points for the remainder of the opening half taking a 40-30 lead into the half. ADVERTISEMENT The Jimmies (5-7) started the second half on fire trimming the deficit to three points at 57-54 with 9:10 to go before a quick 5-0 run stretched the lead out again. The Jmmies kept it up bringing it even closer at 71-69 with just over two minutes to go but the Tigers were able to salt the game away at the free throw line on their way to a nine point win. The Jimmies are back in action at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 3, when they go to Valley City State University.
Modi, known for his preference for privacy, is recognized by many familiar faces in India's business world as a trusted ally of billionaire Mukesh Ambani. Updated: December 15, 2024 8:03 PM IST By Edited by Most of the people that make headlines around the success of Reliance Chaimran Mukesh Ambani are either their close family members or distant relatives but here is a story about a man who is called the ‘right-hand’ of Mukesh Ambani. Billionaire Mukesh Ambani has a trusted hand in whom he saw the spirit trust and loyalty. We are talking about Manoj Modi, the Director at Reliance Retail and Reliance Jio. Here are all the details you need to know about the man who is reportedly consulted by Mukesh Ambani before every big decision. Manoj Modi and Reliance Group Modi started working with Reliance when Mukesh Ambani’s father, Dhirubhai Ambani, was at the helm of the affairs. However, the relationship of Manoj Modi and Mukesh Ambani go way back to their college days, where they were studying at Mumbai University’s Department of Chemical Technology. Their long-lasting friendship took a professional turn in the early ’80s when Modi started to work at Reliance, under the stewardship of Dhirubhai Ambani. Role of Manoj Modi in major Reliance deals Modi, known for his preference for privacy, is recognized by many familiar faces in India’s business world as a trusted ally of billionaire Mukesh Ambani. For those unversed, Modi played a significant role in the talks that led to a gigantic $5.7 billion contract with Facebook Inc. in April. Stand by Ambani’s side, Modi assisted his family in sealing the deal with this renowned social media firm, as per individuals acquainted with the matter. Modi maintains a tight-knit relationship with Mukesh and his wife Nita Ambani. Currently, he’s often seen working with the new generation of the Ambani family, specifically Mukesh’s children, Akash and Isha Ambani. “It’s not a company that advertises its organizational structure but the industry knows that Ambani and Modi are a strongly-bonded team — and together drive deal negotiation and relentless execution to the last level of detail,” Vani Kola, managing director of venture capital firm, Kalaari Capital Partners, who requested Manoj Modi to make a rare public appearance last year, was quoted saying in a report by Livemint. Reports also have it that Modi’s impact on RIL extends beyond administrative roles. He has been a key figure in monumental projects such as the Hazira petrochemical complex, the Jamnagar refinery, and the ambitious rollout of Reliance Jio, among others. For breaking news and live news updates, like us on or follow us on and . Read more on Latest on . TopicsLOS ANGELES (AP) — Democrats and Republicans agreed on at least one thing before November’s election: California would play a central role in determining control of the U.S. House. Indeed it did.
NEW YORK , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovative technology and media company zuMedia Inc. announced today the launch of the official fatSu website at www.fatSu.com . fatSu is the purple TikTok sensation who has danced her way into the hearts of millions throughout the world, spreading her message of joy through acceptance. Though fatSu creators Phyllis Jager and Barry Terach come from two entirely different worlds and backgrounds, they share the goal of actualizing a better way for people to understand and embrace one another, and they've joined forces to demonstrate these ideals via their newly-birthed social hero, fatSu. fatSu's whimsical antics bring joy and a sense of acceptance to all as she spreads the message that everyone should feel comfortable in their own bodies regardless of who they are or what they look like. Through their many principled initiatives, PJ and Barry are striving to battle a variety of social affronts that affect us all on a daily basis. For instance, their UNH8 cause provides a tangible, contractual way for people to commit themselves to stopping hate, and Be A Better Citizen provides opportunities for everyone to educate and equip themselves with tools that can improve both their confidence as well as the lives of those around them. fatSu is one of PJ's and Barry's star ambassadors determined to demonstrate compassion and acceptance throughout the cosmos. By supporting numerous zuMedia campaigns, her crusade is to lead the way and promote admirable virtues such as kindness and decency through her huge-hearted benevolence. On the fatSu website, users can learn about fatSu's origins and of her message, and purchase fatSu merchandise such as exquisite fatSu fragrances including her flagship scent "Iconic" , fatSu apparel and fatSu plushies. Visitors to the website can also download fatSu animated shorts and music. Additional fatSu videos can be found at the @HappenstanceManor page on TikTok. zuMedia Inc. is an innovative company that seeks to create groundbreaking technologies which can level the playing field for consumers, all with a sense of fun and the goal of allocating a substantial portion of its revenue to support humanitarian causes. In addition to its patented BACKSKIN advertising technology, zuMedia is the company behind the DMDb.com social and streaming platform. Soon to be released projects include PropertyDuds.com , the goal of which is to change the way consumers buy and sell their homes, and Feudr.com , a platform on which users can debate issues ranging from current events to the best way to clean a dirty pan. zuMedia can be found at www.zuinc.com . For more information, contact Phyllis Jager at pj@zuinc.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/zumedia-announces-fatsu-website-302323236.html SOURCE zuMedia Inc.Unai Emery feels confidence returning after Aston Villa end winless run
Carolyn Goodman passed the torch — or this case a gavel — to new Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley on Wednesday, marking a new era at City Hall as Berkley and Councilwoman Shondra Summers-Armstrong took their oath of office. Valley High School’s marching band filled the packed room with lively music, and confetti rained down as Goodman bid farewell at the start of the City Council meeting. “This is a phenomenal woman, and this is so exciting,” Goodman said about the new mayor. “The microphone and City Hall is yours.” “Shelley” chants broke out in the crowd. ‘I pledge to devote my life’ Berkley said she had intended to memorize her speech but had instead been busy learning the ins and outs of running her first meeting. She thanked Carolyn Goodman and Oscar Goodman for leading the City Council for a quarter century before Berkley won November’s runoff election against now-fellow Councilwoman Victoria Seaman. “Twenty five years of dedicated service from one family to any city is extraordinary,” said Berkley, a former U.S. congresswoman. Berkley thanked a plethora of people, including the 14 other candidates who had vied for the mayor’s post. “Thank you so much for running an issue-oriented, civil campaign,” she said. Berkley shared her roots to the city, which began in the early 1960s when her parents packed a car in New York state to move cross country. The young family had only intended to visit Las Vegas for a night, “and we never left.” “I’m very aware of the responsibility that you have entrusted me with,” Berkley said, “and I pledge to devote my life to working on behalf of the city of Las Vegas and the people who have chosen to make this remarkable city their home.” The mayor promised “unprecedented growth and prosperity,” adding: “We’re a world-class tourist destination. We should also be a world-class place to live and raise our families.” Berkley, 73, said in an earlier interview that she was prepared to serve her first four-year term and revisit her energy and well-being before deciding to run for re-election — capping her service at eight years maximum before retiring from elected office. Berkley and Summers-Armstrong inherit a city of nearly 650,000 residents and issues including the ongoing legal battle with the would-be developer of the defunct Badlands golf course , rising homelessness and a critical shortage of affordable housing. They will work alongside Mayor Pro Tem Brian Knudsen, Seaman and Councilwomen Olivia Diaz, Nancy Brune and Francis Allen-Palenske. ‘Let’s get to work’ Summers-Armstrong, who previously served in the Nevada Assembly, won her race to replace Cedric Crear , who did not seek re-election in his unsuccessful run for mayor. “It is really a privilege, and it’s an honor to serve Ward 5 and the city of Las Vegas,” the new councilwoman said. Her ward includes the Historic Westside. “This community is my community,” she said. “It has entrusted in me their hopes and their dreams for growth and jobs and redevelopment and advancement, and I will do my very best to work diligently with you to make these hopes and dreams come true.” She touted her parents, whom she said taught her and her sisters “professional decorum” and ingrained in them faith and a passion for public service. “Let’s get to work and do some really amazing things for Ward 5 and for the city of Las Vegas,” Summers-Armstrong concluded.Retired detection dog will have encore career as comfort dog