Persistent bids to buy German company for $1.3 billion BENGALURU: In one of the largest cross-border acquisitions by an Indian IT services company, Persistent Systems has launched an all-cash bid to acquire Germany’s Nagarro for about $1.3 billion, reports Shilpa Phadnis. This transaction could create a $2.9-billion digital engineering and AI powerhouse with more than…
The festive Bonalu brought the Telugu film stars close to their fans in Hyderabad. As the celebrations drew to a close, popular actors and filmmakers came out to join in the traditional festivities. Their presence turned the temple visits and street celebrations into memorable moments for the crowds gathered in the Old City. Sandeep Reddy…
A single cup of coffee is remembered for forty years A simple cup of coffee is often forgotten before the last sip cools. Yet, in Turkish culture, there is a saying that refuses to let such a moment disappear so easily: “Bir fincan kahvenin kırk yıl hatırı vardır.” Literally, “A single cup of coffee is…
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, and yet it remains one of the most under-discussed health concerns in popular culture. These celebrities have chosen to change that, sharing their diagnoses openly and using their platforms to urge fans to wear sunscreen, get regular skin checks and take sun exposure seriously before it…
Every achievement begins with a challenge. Whether it is pursuing an ambitious career, mastering a new skill or stepping into unfamiliar territory, growth often comes from pushing beyond one’s limits. Tom Holland’s quote, “I personally think if something’s not a challenge, there’s no point doing it, because you’re not gonna learn much,” reflects the belief…
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ made box office history in its first weekend in theatres. The Sony-released superhero movie became the second-biggest North American opening ever with an astonishing USD 355 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. It was just a few million shy of ‘Avengers: Endgame’, which debuted to USD 357 million…
Before major surgeries and operations, doctors often detect diseases in humans using minimally invasive methods like a blood or urine test, before symptoms become severe. Now, researchers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) are applying a similar concept to coral reefs. They have shown that the water surrounding reefs contains chemical and microbial signals…
Jamsetji Tata (Image: Wikipedia) Some quotes explain themselves immediately. People read them once, understand the message and move on. Others behave differently. They stay in the mind for a while because the words appear simple at first, but become larger after a little reflection. This quote by Jamsetji Tata belongs to that second category. It…
Gold has retreated sharply from its record peak, declining by nearly 26 per cent, or around Rs 53,000 per 10 grams, from its all-time high of Rs 2,02,984 on the MCX. In recent sessions, the metal has largely moved within a narrow range, with the absence of fresh catalysts keeping prices directionless. Although gold has…
Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ has garnered a strong opening, crossing Rs 50 crore despite mixed reviews. The action-comedy, directed by Harish Shankar, faced a Day 2 dip but continues to draw crowds, especially in Telugu regions. However, early piracy has emerged as a significant challenge for the film. Pawan Kalyan and Raashii Khanna’s latest…