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DoT mulls using drones, balloons for 5G connectivity in emergencies

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is considering using drones and tethered balloons to restore 5G connectivity during emergencies and natural disasters. Trials are likely to be conducted soon to test this initiative, with a decision expected by June next year. This approach aims to provide temporary 5G networks during disasters, offering connectivity in remote locations or when normal telecom services are disrupted. The government believes this method is more convenient than setting up new... Читать дальше...

Indians give eateries cold shoulder amid head-spinning heat

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Extreme heatwave conditions across India have significantly impacted restaurants, pubs, and bars, leading to a sharp decline in sales and footfalls, with some outlets reporting up to a 40% decrease. Al fresco dining and high street locations are worst affected, especially during lunch hours, which are seeing a notable drop in business. The heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 50 degrees Celsius in some places, has led people to avoid outdoor dining, impacting sales till about 6 pm.

Feud in Godfrey Phillips: Samir Modi accuses mother Bina of staging assault on him

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

A Godfrey Phillips spokesperson rejected the accusation. "These allegations are entirely false and atrocious," the person said. "The alleged episode occurred outside the board room when the audit committee meeting was in progress at about 12 noon. This has been captured on in-house CCTV cameras, which can be provided to the relevant investigating authorities."

Economy expands 7.8% in Q4, lifting FY24 growth to 8.2%

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

This is the highest annual growth since FY17, excluding the 9.7% post-Covid rebound in gross domestic product (GDP) in FY22 after the 5.8% contraction in FY21. The advance estimate released in February had pegged FY24 growth at 7.6%. Economists and government expect the high growth to continue though tepid private consumption remains a concern.

At 5.6% of GDP, FY24 fiscal gap beats target

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

In absolute terms, the FY24 fiscal deficit stood at ?16.54 lakh crore, down from the revised estimate of ?17.35 lakh crore and FY23 level of ?17.38 lakh crore, showed the official data released on Friday. A lower-than-anticipated deficit in FY24 and a generous surplus transfer by RBI earlier this month make the government's goal of reining in fiscal gap at 5.1% of GDP in FY25 seem more realistic now, experts said.

Global capability centres go big on hiring gig employees

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

India's multinational hubs are increasingly turning to hiring contingent workers to meet immediate talent needs while remaining cautious about permanent recruitment due to a bearish global outlook. There has been a significant rise in demand for gig employees in the last six months, with an expected increase of up to 70,000 gig workers in the next six months. This trend allows companies to create a balanced workforce that is agile and cost-effective, with access to specialized skills.