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Jay Shah set to become youngest ICC Chairman, replacing Greg Barclay

Jay Shah's participation aligns with a precedent set by former ICC chairman N. Srinivasan, who attended BCCI meetings during his tenure in 2014-2015.

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah, with strong backing from England and Australia, is poised to become the International Cricket Council’s youngest chairman, replacing incumbent Greg Barclay in December 2024.

FSSAI extends deadline for FBOs to deplete “100% fruit juice” packaging

For carbonated drinks, which are taxed at 28% with an additional 12% cess, the industry has requested a reclassification.

The extension is designed to allow food business operators adequate time to phase out existing packaging materials while continuing to comply with the updated labelling requirements.

Narayana Murthy highlights population control as key to India’s sustainability

In October 2023, Infosys founder, Narayana Murthy suggested that young Indians should work 70 hours a week to help India compete with economies that have seen significant growth in recent decades.

At a recent convocation ceremony, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy emphasized the urgent need for population control measures in India and the role of professionals in national progress.

Narayana Murthy turns 78: Celebrating the visionary behind Infosys

Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys and one of India's most respected business leaders, celebrates his 78th birthday today.

On his 78th birthday, we take a look at the life and legacy of Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys.

FSSAI launches major initiative to detect microplastics in food

Earlier this year, the FSSAI issued its definition of single-malt and single-grain whisky, which came into effect on March 1.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) introduces a new project aimed at detecting and analysing microplastics in food products, following alarming findings by the FAO.

X’s global run-ins: A growing challenge for Elon Musk’s social media platform

Under the new structure, the Premium+ plan—which offers an ad-free experience, priority support, and enhanced algorithmic visibility—has increased to Rs 1,750 per month on the web, up from the previous Rs 1,300.

As Elon Musk’s X faces increasing scrutiny, the platform has been banned or restricted in several countries, reflecting broader concerns.

X announces closure of operations in Brazil, services to continue

Pickles played a crucial role in X's interactions with various governments, serving as the company's spokesperson in battles with countries such as Brazil.

X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter, has announced it will cease its operational presence in Brazil, effective immediately. Despite this decision, the platform will remain accessible to users across the country.

Lenskart CEO seeks “visionary EIRs” for next-gen D2C eyewear brands

Lenskart’s latest move signals its commitment to innovation and global expansion, positioning itself at the forefront of the D2C market.

Lenskart.com is on the lookout for three Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIRs) to spearhead the development of next-generation direct-to-consumer (D2C) eyewear brands.

Starbucks’ financial struggles led to CEO Laxman Narasimhan’s abrupt exit

Narasimhan’s efforts to turnaround decline in the same-store sales didn’t reap results, worsening the situation as the company cut guidance in April as US sales declined and China business’ growth decelerated.

Howard Schultz – Narasimhan’s predecessor and ex-CEO and founder earlier stated that Starbucks needed to reset focus and fix US operations which were the main reason for the company’s recent difficulties.

Ethical and Legal Implications of Brands Congratulating Influencers and Athletes

This raises concerns about the authenticity of the brand's messaging. If a brand did not stand by the influencer or athlete during their journey, is it ethical to suddenly align themselves with their success?

Congratulatory messages often blur the lines between genuine appreciation and opportunistic marketing, writes KlugKlug’s Vaibhav Gupta.