Mark Zuckerberg’s love for combat sports concerns Meta

Zuckerberg has forthrightly expressed his love for combat sports such as MMA and extreme sports such as hydrofoiling.

Meta in its financial report stated that, the CEO’s interest in adventures and fight games is not only a personal risk but also a potential hazard for the investors.

Zee-Sony Merger: NCLT in spotlight as SIAC denies emergency relief

After the deal was terminated in January, Zee apparently has reached out to the Sony executives to reconsider the termination and has also offered for talks this month.

Zee has asked NCLT to prevent Sony Group-owned firms from adopting any further steps that could jeopardise the execution of the scheme.

Karnataka government announces uniform fares for all cabs

For vehicles priced below 10 lakh rupees, the minimum fare is set at 100 rupees for travel up to 4 kilometres, with an additional charge of 24 rupees for each extra kilometre travelled. (Representative image by Waldemar via Unsplash)

Based on the cost of the vehicle, they will be classified into three categories according to the Transport Department’s new fare structure.

Byju’s troubles: Employees’ January salaries finally credited amid CEO’s pledge and ongoing struggles

The edtech is dealing with the twin crises of a cash crunch and some of its investors seeking to oust the leadership to reconstitute the board. (Image source: Moneycontrol)(Image source: Moneycontrol)(Image source: Moneycontrol)

The ed-tech has finally credited January salaries, following CEO Byju Raveendran’s pledge and ongoing challenges.

CAIT issues advisory to traders to switch from Paytm to other payment apps in light of RBI restrictions

Bhartia and Khandelwal underscore the importance of risk mitigation for traders, urging them to explore alternative payment applications that are compliant with regulatory guidelines. (Image sourced from CNBC)

CAIT National President B.C.Bhartia and Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal said that the recent restrictions imposed by RBI on Paytm have raised concerns about the security and continuity of financial services provided by the platform.

Setback for Sony. Emergency arbitrator denies any relief to Sony in SIAC

The Singapore International Arbitration Center is the first Asian arbitration institution to offer this process and has received over 130 applications since 2010 for the appointment of an Emergency Arbitrator. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

Sony had initiated arbitration proceedings for an alleged breach of terms by Zee Entertainment. In response, Zee initiated legal action to contest Culver Max and BEPL’s claims at the Singapore International Arbitration Centre.

Sanjay Jaju appointed as MIB secretary, Apurva Chandra moved to health ministry

On January 2, 2024, The Competent Authority approved assignment of additional charge of the post of Secretary, Department of Health and Family Welfare to Apurva Chandra, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting with immediate effect and till the appointment of a regular incumbent or until further orders, whichever is earlier. (From left to right: Sanjay Jaju and Apurva Chandra)

Apurva Chandra assumed charge as Secretary in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in August 2021. A civil engineer by education, Chandra had earlier served as Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Employment.

Bombay High Court upholds music licensing authority; Phonographic Performance Ltd prevails

Multiple videos were circulating on social media of a Lok Sabha election results day discussion on Sharma-owned India TV news channel that claimed that Sharma used foul language against Nayak.

This win allows PPL to continue its licensing operations unhindered, preventing infringement and seeking remedies against unauthorized use of its vast catalog comprising more than 70 lakh songs from renowned labels like Aditya Music, Lahari Music, Sony Music, and T-Series.