Waymo Co-CEO Tries to Make a Case for the Safety of Driverless Cars
Waymo’s co-chief executive, Tekedra Mawakana, knows she needs to earn the public’s trust. It won’t be easy. Source link
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Indian Equity Markets: Middle East war, crude prices to steer Dalal Street this week; Fed, inflation data also in focus
Developments in the ongoing Middle East conflict and the movement in crude oil prices will be the key drivers for Indian equity markets this week, analysts said, with investors also closely tracking the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, inflation data and foreign fund flows after a bruising selloff in Dalal Street.Market participants are bracing…
It Was Going to Be Magic City Night at the Atlanta Hawks. Then the Outrage Poured In.
The famous strip club is a symbol of the authentic city to many people in Atlanta. But others wondered whether the N.B.A. should be promoting it. Source link
Middle East conflict forces Indian exporters to reroute shipments, absorb higher costs
Indian exporters and logistics providers are scrambling to limit disruptions from the worsening Middle East conflict by closely tracking shipping carriers, planning consignments earlier and exploring alternate routes, even as freight rates, insurance premiums and transit times rise sharply amid uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz.The main response from the exporting community has been defensive…
War in Iran Has Grounded Gulf Airlines Like Emirates
Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways have become some of the world’s largest and most profitable thanks to their location at the center of busy travel routes. Source link
FPI profile: Foreign investors pull out Rs 52,704 crore in a fortnight as Middle East conflict rattles markets
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) turned aggressive sellers in Indian equities in March, pulling out Rs 52,704 crore (around USD 5.73 billion) from the cash market in the first fortnight of the month. The withdrawals come amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the weakening of the rupee and growing concerns over the impact of elevated crude…
Market recap: Mcap of top-10 firms erodes Rs 4.48 lakh crore; SBI, HDFC Bank see sharpest fall
A sharp sell-off in equities last week led to a significant erosion in the market value of the country’s most valuable companies, with the top 10 firms together losing Rs 4.48 lakh crore. Banking heavyweights State Bank of India and HDFC Bank saw the steepest decline in their valuations during the period. The fall in…
Trump’s forced labour probe: China faces closest scrutiny; what does it mean for India?
India’s exports of solar panels, electronics and garments may come under closer scrutiny after the United States launched a fresh trade investigation into the presence of forced labour in global supply chains, a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has said.Earlier on March 12, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced the probe…
Dubai air travel disruptions: Air India cancels, IndiGo reschedules flights after UAE restricts operations
Air India cancelled several flights scheduled for Sunday, to the United Arab Emirates, especially Dubai, as the evolving West Asia crisis has led to operational restrictions and schedule changes across the region.In a statement posted on X, Air India said UAE airport authorities had instructed airlines to reduce operations. “In view of the latest instructions…
Middle East crisis: How will Americans pay for the Iran war as oil prices soar
The Middle East crisis is no longer just a geopolitical standoff, rather it has now escalated into a full-scale war zone, with the potential to send shockwaves through multiple economies. Analysts have warned that the US and Israel’s attack on Iran could carry direct consequences for consumers and the broader economy. At the heart of…