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Big GST cheer for common man! Two-slab tax structure to replace 5-28% rates; Finance ministry shares important details
The Times of India
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The ministry of finance has released details on the proposed GST reforms, saying that a two-slab GST structure is being mulled. (AI image) Big GST relief soon! Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day speech announced that the Goods...
JLL Arranges $352.7M Financing For Fundrise National Industrial Portfolio
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) The 12 institutional-quality assets span 3.18M SF across strategic logistics hubs nationwide WASHINGTON, Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL's Capital Markets group announced today that it has arranged a $352.7 million...
The Evolving Landscape Of Climate Tech Funding In India
Inc42
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August 15, 2025
SUMMARY Over the last 18 months, Indian climate tech startups attracted over $2.2 Bn in new funding, a 340% jump from 2022 Notably, only about 3% of Indian climate tech startups have raised Series B or later rounds, highlighting the challenge of...
University of Technology Sydney suspends some IT, Maths, Physics, and B. Tech degrees: Is AI to blame?
Hindustan Times
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August 15, 2025
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) has announced a temporary suspension of new student intakes for a wide range of courses up to and including the Autumn 2026 semester. The move comes as the university reviews its offerings to ensure the...
Chinese economy runs on stable growth track in July, led by high-tech industries, modern services
Global Times
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Lujiazui Photo:VCGChina's economy was running on a steady development track in July, led by the rapid growths in high-tech industries and services sector, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said on Friday. In the rest of 2025, growing market...
Corporate Volunteer of the Year: Phyllis King, Waukesha County Technical College
BizTimes – Wisconsin
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August 15, 2025
As the new chief strategist for AI advancement at Waukesha County Technical College, Phyllis King is set to spearhead the development of the college’s artificial intelligence programs, fostering local and national collaborations. Prior to WCTC,...
Big Tech gains offset Wall Street losses after inflation data
ColoradoBiz
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August 14, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Most stocks fell on Wall Street Thursday after a disappointing report said inflation was worse last month at the U.S. wholesale level than economists expected. But gains for Amazon and some other influential Big Tech companies...
Starting small, dreaming big: How Sarah Geronimo took charge of her financial journey
Philstar
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August 15, 2025
Philstar.com August 15, 2025 | 12:00pm MANILA, Philippines — From being a multi-talented performer who has captured the hearts of Filipinos with her chart-topping hits and captivating performances, Sarah Geronimo is now inspiring fans in a new...
Academic technologists rejects FG loan, faults UniAbuja land revocation
The Sun Nigeria
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August 15, 2025
From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has rejected the Federal Government’s Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) programme, describing it as a distraction and a scheme that could...
Jio Financial Services Share Price Live Updates: Jio Financial Services Stock Details
The Economic Times
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August 15, 2025
Welcome to the Jio Financial Services Stock Liveblog, your real-time source for the latest updates and comprehensive analysis on a prominent stock. Dive into the current details of Jio Financial Services, including: Last traded price 327.4, Market...
Jules Hurst III Appointed Acting Defense Comptroller, Chief Financial Officer
Executive Gov
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August 14, 2025
Jules Hurst III has been appointed to perform the duties of the Defense Department’s under secretary (comptroller) and chief financial officer. The OUSD (C) announced Wednesday that he assumed the acting-capacity role on Aug. 11. Who Is Jules...
NIIRA 2025: An Insurance Masterstroke In Financial Cosolidation
This Day
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August 15, 2025
Tola Ogunnubi The financial arrangement that makes provisions against potential losses or risks is called Insurance. Insurance is a means of managing uncertainties and all forms of inherent risks in everyday activities through financial...
The Next Frontier for GPUs Is Sound: A Tech Founder's Vision for Real-Time Audio
Tech Times
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August 15, 2025
For years, graphic processing units (GPUs) have powered some of the world's most demanding experiences—from gaming and 3D rendering to AI model training. But one domain remained largely untouched: audio processing. Traditionally handled by aging...
Empowering Africa’s youth through innovation and financial inclusion with Mastercard
The Small Business Site
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August 14, 2025
Article provided by Mastercard June marks Youth Month—a time to celebrate the resilience, creativity, and boundless potential of Africa’s young people. In South Africa, youth represent a powerful force for change, yet many face significant...
Harnessing AI to advance financial inclusion
Zimbabwe Independent
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According to GSMA Association (GSMA), the sub-Saharan Africa region is at the epicentre of mobile money on the continent, with 835 million registered accounts. According to GSMA Association (GSMA), the sub-Saharan Africa region is at the epicentre...
Independence Day 2025: PM Modi Pledges ‘Made in India’ Semiconductor by Year-End, Unveils Major Tech Push
Times Now
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August 15, 2025
The Prime Minister said his government had removed these long-standing roadblocks and was now pushing the semiconductor agenda forward “in mission mode.” (Image: X) Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his Independence Day address on 15 August 2025...
5 Technological Investments Every Retail Business Should Make
Home Business Magazine - Minnesota
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August 15, 2025
While online shopping continues to grow in popularity, brick-and-mortar stores nevertheless remain relevant in today’s experience-driven consumer economy. Due to their unique ability to offer tactile, face-to-face interactions, retail businesses...
OS Therapies to Report Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provide Business Update on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
The Kingston Whig-Standard
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August 14, 2025
New York, New York–(Newsfile Corp. – August 14, 2025) – OS Therapies Inc. (NYSE American: OSTX) (“OS Therapies” or “the Company”), a clinical-stage cancer immunotherapy and antibody drug conjugate biotechnology company, today announced that it...
The Hidden Costs of Recovery: Facing Emotional and Financial Strain After a Traffic Accident
Psychreg
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August 14, 2025
8 Reading Time: 4 minutesWhat happens after the ambulance leaves, the paperwork is signed, and the initial treatment is done? For many accident survivors, that’s when the real challenge begins. Physical injuries might be healing, but emotional...
KTR on how Telangana became India’s premier tech & investment hub: Transformation was no accident—it was engineered
ETGovernment
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August 15, 2025
"Telangana was one of the first states to launch dedicated policies for Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Drones and Cybersecurity, backed by tangible initiatives in healthcare, education, and agriculture": KTR Over the past decade, Telangana...