A ransomware attack on the National Payments Corporation of India was attributed to the RansomEXX group, disrupting services for 300 small banks. A GST notice for Rs 32,403 crore against Infosys was withdrawn. Apple reported record quarterly revenue in India. Intel announced layoffs, and several smartphone brands launched new models in India.
The Department of Defense has received a list of DOGE officials tasked with cutting 8% from next year’s budget. “We welcome DOGE to the Pentagon,” said Secretary Pete Hegseth. “And I hope to welcome Elon to the Pentagon very soon.” The Pentagon employs 3.7 million personnel with a budget exceeding $850 billion, but it has…
ONGC has officially announced the Apprentice Recruitment 2024 for 2,236 vacancies. Eligible candidates with qualifications such as BA, BCom, BSc, BBA, BE, and BTech can apply online between October 5, 2024, and October 25, 2024. Selection is merit-based, deriving from qualifying exam marks. Results are expected on November 15, 2024.
Universal Pension Scheme: India is working on a voluntary pension scheme to provide social security to all citizens, especially workers in the unorganised sector, traders, and self-employed individuals. The initiative under the EPFO aims to consolidate existing pension programs, ensuring broader coverage and simplified procedures.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
By switching the next space station crew to a different ferry ship, the Starliner astronauts will get home a bit earlier than planned.
India set a record for most consecutive tosses lost in ODIs, with Pakistan choosing to bat first in their Champions Trophy match. Losses began November 23rd, surpassing Netherlands’ record of 11. India remain unchanged, aiming for semi-final qualification. Pakistan made one change, with Imam replacing Fakhar Zaman. Both teams look forward to their high-stakes encounter.