Manufacturing slowdown: US factory activity slows as tariffs push up prices; services sector cushions overall growth

US manufacturing slipped to a four-month low in November as tariffs pushed up prices and dampened demand. According to news agency Reuters, the slowdown caused a build-up of unsold goods, raising concerns that it may drag down wider economic growth. Manufacturing hit by rising prices and weak demand S&P Global said the flash US manufacturing…

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Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: “If you always put limit on everything you do, physical or anything else. It will spread…” |

Bruce Lee, widely regarded as one of the most influential martial artists in history, was far more than an action-film icon. Born in 1940, he reshaped global cinema with his philosophy, discipline, charisma, and unmatched physical brilliance. Lee approached martial arts not as a rigid system, but as a living expression of personal freedom. His…

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Sunjay Kapoor’s Rs 30,000 crore will: Priya Kapur’s 6-year-old son opposes plea by Karisma Kapoor’s children; claims case based on ‘speculation and guesswork’ |

The legal drama over the Rs 30,000 crore estate of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, intensified on Friday, with his 6-year-old son of his wife, Priya Kapur, opposing a plea filed by actor Karisma Kapoor’s children challenging the will’s authenticity. Appearing before Justice Jyoti Singh, senior advocate Akhil Sibal, representing the minor boy, argued that the…

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Columbia considers 20% expansion in undergraduate admission intake: University weighs capacity and funding pressures

Columbia University is contemplating a major boost in its undergraduate enrollment numbers, with plans to potentially raise the intake for Columbia College and SEAS by 20%. This initiative, motivated by economic challenges and a drop in international applicants, emerges after welcoming its largest first-year cohort in history. Columbia University is considering a significant expansion of…

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IND vs SA: ‘This game is going to go deep’ – Ryan ten Doeschate outlines Team India’s plan heading into Day 2 of Guwahati Test | Cricket News

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate shared his thoughts on the pitch in the Guwahati stadium and the role Kuldeep Yadav played on Day 1. (AP Photo/Anupam Nath) India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said the opening-day pitch in Guwahati aligned well with the team’s current home approach but maintained that the surface does not…

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IPO market cools after shutdown: US listings slow as SEC backlog delays approvals; tech slump adds pressure

The strong run in US initial public offerings has lost momentum due to the government shutdown and increased investor caution, as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) works through a backlog of regulatory filings, according to market participants.Many IPOs expected in late 2025 are likely to be pushed to 2026 as the SEC clears “hundreds…

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Governance reforms: CAG Murthy lays out roadmap for Viksit Bharat; stresses access, data-driven systems

CAG K Sanjay Murthy (ANI) Comptroller and Auditor General of India K Sanjay Murthy on Friday said expanding access, strengthening data-driven governance and advancing institutional maturity in financial management are key pillars for achieving the Viksit Bharat vision, PTI reported.Speaking at the Viksit Bharat talk during the 100th Common Foundation Course at the Lal Bahadur…

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