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Manufacturing activity in US was at record bottom December, marking 10th consecutive month of contraction. The Institute of Supply Management (ISM) index slipped to 47.9 from 48.2 in November.The latest figures mark the lowest reading for the year, with production levels falling below November’s numbers. While employment showed a minor uptick of 0.9 percentage points,…
This is a representative image. NEW DELHI: Manufacturing activity in the country eased in Dec, marking the slowest improvement in the health of the sector in two years as export orders slowed and employment in the sector moderated while business sentiment faded to its lowest in nearly three and half years, a survey showed on…
NEW DELHI: As another week of December begins, stock markets will also invoke hopes for investors but also caution. Foreign investors, currency movement and global macroeconomic data announcements will drive investor sentiments for the week. Notably, this week will not have the usual five days of trading as Thursday, December 25 will mark a stock…
When it comes to the spectrum of colors, light is often talked about. Different shades represent different frequencies. However, surprisingly enough, one other medium also offers a spectrum of colors. ‘Colors of noise’ represent random sounds, and their power varies on frequency. Let’s explore what colors of light exactly are, and how they can impact…
Mars Express mission has uncovered a remarkable geological formation on Mars that resembles a butterfly. Situated in the Idaeus Fossae region, this unusual crater has intrigued scientists across the globe, providing valuable insights into the planet’s complex geological history. The butterfly shape was formed by a shallow-angle impact, which caused debris to be ejected in…
India’s services sector regained momentum in November as firms reported a quicker rise in new business and only mild price pressures, helping the industry rebound after losing pace in October, according to PTI. The latest HSBC India Services PMI survey showed a broad improvement in operating conditions, supported by stronger domestic demand.The seasonally adjusted HSBC…
NEW DELHI: Manufacturing activity softened in Nov as export orders eased due to the impact of US tariffs while job creation in the sector slowed to a 21-month low, a survey showed on Monday. Registering 56.6 in Nov, the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) was above the neutral mark of 50.0 and its…
Reality star Kim Kardashian recently discovered ‘low brain activity’ in the frontal region during a scan, potentially linked to chronic stress from studying for the California bar exam. This news follows her earlier revelation of an aneurysm diagnosis. Despite the findings, doctors assure no elevated Alzheimer’s risk, noting her positive outlook. Kim Kardashian has found…
We all like to plan ahead – for a wedding, for a big exam, or for a work trip- preparing for an upcoming event helps us enjoy the process more, and makes us more aware of what lies ahead. Then, why don’t we plan ahead for sleep? Yes, that is right!Sleep banking means getting extra…
Humming is often viewed as one of the simplest activities that we indulge in, often unconsciously, sometimes humming a tune, or just softly buzzing to ourselves. This modest behavior does a lot more than just killing time. Recent scientific research shows that humming can actually unleash potent health benefits by increasing the production of nitric…
