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( MENAFN - KNN India) New Delhi, Nov 30 (KNN) In the financial year 2024-25, nine Indian states have earmarked a total of USD 18 billion for ongoing or proposed cash transfer schemes for women, a significant move that accounts for 0.5 per cent of India's GDP, according to Goldman Sachs Global Research. These schemes have emerged as key Political tools for state governments, offering direct financial benefits to women while aiming to secure political support ahead of elections. One of the standout examples is Maharashtra, where the Mahayuti alliance led by the BJP has successfully used the“Ladki Bahin Yojana” to win its second consecutive term. Launched by outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in 2024, the scheme offers Rs 1,500 per month to eligible women between the ages of 21 and 60, provided their households earn less than Rs 3 lakh annually. With a budget allocation of USD 5.4 billion-1.1 per cent of the state's GDP-Maharashtra has the largest share of this budget among all states. Karnataka follows closely, having launched its own scheme in 2023, with a budget of USD 3.6 billion, or 1 per cent of its GDP. Haryana, with a proposed allocation of USD 2.5 billion, promises the highest per capita transfer of Rs 2,100 a month to women above 18 years from households with an income of less than Rs 2 lakh annually. Other states like Madhya Pradesh and Delhi also feature prominently, though with smaller allocations, particularly Delhi's modest budget of USD 0.2 billion. Goldman Sachs predicts that the schemes will have varying economic impacts. Haryana's program is expected to consume 1.7 per cent of its GDP, while states like Delhi and Tamil Nadu will see a relatively smaller fiscal impact, at 0.2 per cent and 0.4 per cent, respectively. The rise of such cash transfers-beginning with Assam in 2020 and followed by West Bengal in 2021-has marked a trend of gender-focused financial inclusion, where direct benefits to women are increasingly becoming central to political strategies. (KNN Bureau) MENAFN30112024000155011030ID1108941693 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.JHVEPhoto/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Investment Thesis IMAX Corporation ( NYSE: IMAX ) is well-known for its technology in offering superior premium cinematic experiences. Its proprietary brand has a stranglehold on the oversight of quality control over the entire filmmaking process, while alternative Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.

I’m A Celeb viewers in tears as Oti’s husband gives her very meaningful gift in jungle surpriseTrae Young collected 34 points and 10 assists and the visiting Atlanta Hawks never trailed en route to a 136-107 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. Reserve De'Andre Hunter added 22 points for the Hawks, who have won four games in a row. Jalen Johnson chipped in 15 points, six steals and one block. Onyeka Okongwu returned after missing five games due to a knee injury and scored 15 points off the bench, Zaccharie Risacher contributed 14 points and Clint Capela had 11 points and 13 rebounds. Scottie Barnes had 19 points, eight rebounds and three steals for the Raptors, who have lost 10 straight games. RJ Barrett added 17 points, and Jakob Poeltl (groin injury) was back in the lineup after missing four games and had 13 points. Bruce Brown made his season debut and scored 12 points off the bench for Toronto, which committed 31 turnovers. Atlanta led 35-25 after one quarter, taking advantage of 10 Toronto giveaways. Toronto started the second quarter with a 6-2 run, but Young's 3-pointer bumped Atlanta's lead to 14 points, 47-33, with 8:36 to play in the frame. The Raptors then used an 11-2 surge to cut the margin to five with five minutes remaining. However, the Hawks stayed in control before settling for a 64-58 lead at the break after the Raptors' Chris Boucher canned a 31-foot 3-pointer at the halftime buzzer. Atlanta shot 43.8 percent from the field in the first half and had nine turnovers. Meanwhile, Toronto shot 57.9 percent overall during the first two quarters while committing 17 turnovers. Atlanta was up 76-64 with 9:21 left in the third quarter after Risacher's dunk following Young's steal. A 7-0 rally extended Atlanta's lead to 17 with 5:41 remaining in the frame, and Hunter's 3-pointer stretched the gap to 21 points, 99-78, with 2:53 to go. Atlanta had a 104-82 cushion after three quarters and saw its advantage reach as many as 31 in the fourth. --Field Level Media/Reuters

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Saturday, November 23, 2024 Munich Airport has been honored with the prestigious “Airport Innovation Award” by the leading aviation publication, International Airport Review. The accolade highlights the airport’s dedication to innovation management, particularly through a groundbreaking project focused on employee and crew control systems. The Airport Innovation Award celebrates airports worldwide that excel in enhancing passenger experiences, boosting operational efficiency, and advancing sustainability. This year’s finalists featured Amsterdam, Vancouver, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Munich airports. As a key participant in the Airports for Innovation network, Munich Airport continuously pioneers digital solutions, including the introduction of the service robot JEEVES, designed to elevate the travel experience. One of the airport’s most notable achievements is the implementation of a digital allocation system to optimize employee control points. Leveraging advanced LIDAR sensor technology, the system automates the monitoring and assignment process with exceptional precision. It can accurately track complex pathways and oversee control procedures without collecting personal data. In case of any irregularities, the system immediately alerts personnel to intervene, ensuring smooth and secure operations. This innovation underscores Munich Airport’s commitment to blending technology and efficiency for a safer and more seamless airport environment.

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The Montreal Canadiens fell 4-3 to the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden Saturday afternoon. The Rangers force teams to be at their best, and the Canadiens gave a good account of themselves, allowing the winning goal with just 23 seconds left. It feels as though it’s all going wrong with the Montreal Canadiens, but they actually entered their weekend afternoon series against the New York Rangers and Boston Bruins with a 4-2-1 record in their last seven. Wilde Horses Head Coach Martin St. Louis changed up just about every line and pairing for this contest, and he got a good response from his troops. A new line that he tried had some good moments – including the first goal. It was Christian Dvorak in the middle for Brendan Gallagher and Juraj Slafkovsky. That’s an interesting threesome because Gallagher will always drag his mates into the fight, but if his mates don’t have any talent, it really doesn’t matter. Gallagher excels at bringing out the best in good players. Dvorak should do more overall. He has the talent to do more, and there has been an expectation since he was acquired for a first-round draft choice that he’s a better player than he has shown in Montreal. Slafkovsky is in the learning phase of his career and one of the things that he can learn is to compete harder. Slafkovsky can benefit from seeing just how much Gallagher works and demands from his mates. On the first goal, it was Gallagher who won the puck in the corner. He then fed Slafkovsky who battled for his puck win, then Slafkovsky fed Mike Matheson in front of the net for the goal. It was a goal that demanded hard work from players who have the balance and strength on their skates to achieve wins in puck battles. Nick Suzuki had a strong game with Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook. Suzuki kept in a puck at the blue line in the third period. He fed to Cole Caufield who somehow find the five-hole even though the gap was the diameter of the puck. Caufield has 14 on the season. He is on pace for exactly 50 goals in the season. Late in the third period, the Canadiens tied the game on a tremendous play from the same line. It was Caufield with the pass to free Lane Hutson who faked a shot and slid a perfect pass cross-crease to Suzuki for the tally. Jonathan Quick had no chance. It was also one of Kirby Dach’s best games of the season as he lined up with Josh Anderson and Joshua Roy. Dach played with a lot of edge. The Canadiens actually won the analytics battle but fell short in special teams allowing three power-play goals. Suzuki’s line had an 87 Goals Expected share and Dach’s line had a 77. It’s not always beautiful, this game of hockey. The Rangers make you play an ‘ice-pack’ game with a lot of tough and known battlers like Jacob Trouba, Chris Kreider, Sam Carrick and Matt Rempe in their line-up. If you are not ready to fight, this Rangers team will make you look like cowards. The Canadiens were ready to battle – they did not back down; they were not intimidated. Part of becoming a regular NHL is understanding there are a lot of elements to the sport and they aren’t all pretty. Despite it being the last day of November, this one felt like a playoff game. It was also a good chance for a young line-up to learn lessons well. They got angry, and they got hungry to compete. That’s a good thing. Wilde Goats Another of the NHL’s ridiculous half-measures is a concussion spotter watching the game upstairs. It’s a great idea, but it isn’t one that the league actually cares to do properly. The rules are discretionary and different spotters seem to have different standards. In the first period, Josh Anderson sought revenge on Jacob Trouba for a vicious hit on Justin Barron the last time the clubs met. Many will argue that Trouba’s hit was clean, while here it was described as predatory. Ultimately it was a legal hit in the weird world that is the “principal point of contact” NHL: as long as any hit delivered involves contact with something else before crushing the head, then it’s fine. The Canadiens clearly didn’t think it was clean because they couldn’t wait for Trouba to get on the ice – Anderson understood the assignment and pummelled him. Two times through the 55-second beatdown Trouba lost his legs. He was concussed: losing your legs from under you is a concussion symptom. However, it was apparently not a concussion symptom in the gondola at Madison Square Garden where the spotter remained. He never made a call downstairs to pull Trouba for evaluation. When Trouba’s major penalty ended, he got a series of stick-taps from the Rangers’ players on the bench. He then took his regular shift. The NHL is perfectly happy to not penalize or suspend Trouba for his predatory hits. They are also fine with a spotter allowing the players to lose their equilibrium, instead of doing what they should know is appropriate. The NHL bylaws say that the spotter is looking for a player lying motionless, with coordination issues, or a blank look. The spotter didn’t see any coordination issues with Trouba’s legs buckling twice in 55 seconds after getting smashed on the chin. The legs must have buckled as a matter of coincidence. Though the concussion spotter is a good idea, the NHL has only paid lip service to it. Wilde Cards Ivan Demidov started his rookie season in the KHL with the best numbers ever for a ‘draft plus one’ pick. One month later, Demidov was benched and it wasn’t because of poor play. Demidov counted a magnificent 18 points in his first 20 games in the KHL for SKA St. Petersburg. He was the rookie of the month in the league. He was even near the top of the scoring in the entire league. With all of the success, the expectation was that Demidov would move from averaging 11 minutes a game to perhaps as high as 17 minutes and get elevated to the top line. What happened instead is the stuff of Russian legend. Demidov had his ice time diminished game by game, and Saturday morning in a 7-5 win for SKA, the phenom sat on the bench for the entire game – he didn’t get a single shift. ESPN’s world’s best hockey prospect sat there for 60 minutes and watched it all race by him. He’s been regularly getting five minutes and even less recently. All of these games count against his scoring record, so 18 points in 20 games is now 20 points in 31 games. Those not paying attention to details might think Demidov’s struggling. The truth is that his head coach is sabotaging his season. That head coach is also the money behind the SKA operation. Roman Rotenberg isn’t actually a hockey coach, he is an oligarch in the classic Russian style and he’s punishing Demidov for wanting to go to the NHL next season. Rotenberg’s formal educational training was to lead Gazprom, a Russian oil and gas company, not a hockey roster. The equivalent level of preposterousness would be if Geoff Molson took over behind the Canadiens bench and then didn’t play Cole Caufield. In Russia, if you have the money, you do anything you want. If you want to go from vice president of Gazprom to head coach of a hockey team, no one stops you. In fact, Rotenberg extended his own contract five seasons last year as head coach. No doubt his assessment of himself was that he thought he was excellent at coaching. The worst part about this is Demidov can not leave. He won’t be able to get out of his contract this year, and the Canadiens won’t be able to throw money at this to change events. It’s a 68-game season in the KHL. SKA has played 31. This sad story has 37 games left in it. The only hope is that the head coach decides that he wants to win games, instead of winning political points with his cronies. No doubt the Canadiens can’t wait to get him to North America. Demidov is a young man with tremendous talent. He will likely be the first 100-point player for Montreal this century when he hits his stride, and no businessman who bought his way behind a hockey bench is going to change that.SANTA CLARA, Calif. , Dec. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRVL), today announced a quarterly dividend of $0.06 per share of common stock payable on January 30, 2025 to shareholders of record as of January 10, 2025 . About Marvell To deliver the data infrastructure technology that connects the world, we're building solutions on the most powerful foundation: our partnerships with our customers. 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This decision has come when several organizations, including AHINDA, Dalit groups, and other social organizations, had called for a Vijayapura bandh on December 28. Anticipating potential disruptions and unrest due to the rescheduled bandh on December 30, the district administration has proactively declared holidays for all schools and colleges in Vijayapur. This decision was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff, given the possibility of large-scale protests. This decision has come when several organizations, including AHINDA, Dalit groups, and other social organizations, had called for a Vijayapura bandh on December 28 to protest Union Home Minister Amit Shah's comments on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and demand his resignation. However, following the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, the bandh had been postponed. AHINDA leader and former MLA Prof. Raju Alagur announced that the bandh will now be held on December 30. 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Denton ISD’s pioneering program scouts out future educators in their classroomsTrump offers public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled nominee to lead PentagonWall Street's main indexes have closed largely unchanged, amid light trading the day after the Christmas break, as rising US Treasury yields weighed on some of the dominant technology megacaps. or signup to continue reading On a day of few catalysts, investors responded to yields on US government bonds inching higher, including the yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note hitting its highest since early May at 4.64 per cent earlier in the session. A strong auction of seven-year notes early on Thursday afternoon though helped yields come off slightly, with the 10-year note at 4.58 per cent in late-afternoon trade. Higher yields are traditionally seen as negative for growth stocks, as it raises the cost of their borrowing to fund expansion. With markets increasingly dominated by the megacap technology stocks known as the Magnificent Seven, crimping their performance - especially in lieu of other market catalysts - will put downward pressure on benchmark indexes. According to preliminary data, the S&P 500 lost 2.66 points, or 0.04 per cent, to end at 6,037.09 points, while the Nasdaq Composite lost 10.74 points, or 0.05 per cent, to 20,020.38. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 28.52 points, or 0.06 per cent, to 43,325.55. Among those megacap stocks, Tesla. Amazon.com and Meta Platforms slipped. Apple increased, continuing to edge closer to becoming the first company in the world to hit a market value of $US4 ($A6.4) trillion. The megacap tech stocks came off somewhat in the summer, as investors sought to rotate some capital into other sectors offering more value. Since the US elections in November though, they have resumed their drive upwards and have outperformed the equal-weighted version of the S&P 500, said Adam Turnquist, chief technical strategist for LPL Financial. "As a technician, what you want to see is breakouts in absolute terms and relative terms and the Mag 7 is checking the boxes there, so very constructive leadership going into the year-end," he said. The three main indexes have hit multiple record highs this year on hopes of a lower interest rate environment and the prospects of artificial intelligence boosting corporate profits. However, US stocks have hit a speed bump in the final month of the year following an election-led rally in November as investors assess the Federal Reserve's projection of fewer interest rate cuts in 2025. Looking ahead, LPL Financial's Turnquist said the last few weeks have seen significant reliance on the Magnificent Seven stocks driving markets higher, and we may be starting to see the cracks in this momentum. Therefore, to see further benchmark index increases, we will need to see input from other sectors of the economy. Markets in Europe, London and parts of Asia were closed on Thursday. One data release on Thursday showed the number of Americans filing new applications for jobless benefits dipped to the lowest in a month last week, consistent with a cooling but still healthy US labour market. Markets are in a seasonally strong period - called the "Santa Claus rally" - a pattern attributed to low liquidity, tax-loss harvesting and investing of year-end bonuses. The S&P 500 has gained an average of 1.3 per cent in the last five trading days of December and the first two days of January since 1969, according to the Stock Trader's Almanac. Cryptocurrency-related stocks were down after bitcoin declined. MicroStrategy, MARA Holdings and Coinbase Global all fell. Among the 11 S&P sectors which traded lower were consumer discretionary and the energy index, which tracked marginal weakness in US crude prices. Advertisement Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. We care about the protection of your data. Read our . Advertisement

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Is the world on the brink of total war?Advisors Asset Management Inc. Sells 16,060 Shares of Steelcase Inc. (NYSE:SCS)Gov. Glenn Youngkin has included Martinsville in a list of nine new organizations for the Advancing Virginia Main Street Designation. This decoration with the "Stay Uptown" flag in on a light pole in uptown Martinsville along Church Street. Bill Wyatt In a news release Monday, the Governor's Office announced the newly designated communities will receive intensive services to help strengthen their downtowns, including market analysis, marketplace development, capacity building, design assistance, organization development, economic strategies, and façade renderings for redevelopment projects. Koger Holly Kozelsky "This designation is a significant milestone for Martinsville. It means we are now state-recognized and officially included on the DHCD [Department of Housing and Community Development] Map of Main Streets to Visit and See in Virginia, placing Martinsville on a prestigious list of must-visit destinations," said Spencer Koger, Uptown Partnership executive director. "As an Advancing Main Street community, we are now part of a network of other designated areas across the state, providing opportunities for collaboration and shared growth." People are also reading... Since, 1985, the DHCD has been providing assistance to localities engaged in downtown commercial district revitalization through the Virginia Main Street program, which is build around a community's unique heritage, culture, and historic building attributes. "The Virginia Main Street program has been instrumental in nurturing small businesses, growing local economies, and preserving historic downtowns for nearly 40 years," Youngkin said in the release. "I applaud these newly designated Virginia Main Street communities for their commitment to revitalization, and I look forward to you community's continued success." Koger said the recognition opens the door to new grant opportunities and significantly strengthens grant applications from both Uptown Partnership and other organizations in Martinsville, especially when grants favor Main Street accredited cities. "Additionally, we will receive official DHCD signage that proudly states our Advancing Main Street status, further showcasing our commitment to revitalization," Koger said. "Importantly, as part of this program, we are now eligible for the highest amount of award dollars on grants we apply for, if accepted. This designation is a tremendous asset that will enhance our community's ability to grow, attract investment, and showcase Martinsville as a vibrant and forward-thinking city." In addition to Martinsville, other communities included in the designation were the cities Buena Vista, Covington, Galax, Hampton, Newport News, and Petersburg and the towns of Clarksville and Colonial Beach. "This achievement was the result of over two years of tireless effort by Uptown Partnership," said Koger. "We worked diligently to meet the rigorous requirements for the application process, which included attending numerous workshops, conferences, and meetings with DHCD representatives." Martinsville's city council also supported the effort with the passing of official resolutions and fulfilling various required forms and submissions. "Our efforts were also bolstered by strong support from business and property owners, who recognized the value of this designation for the community," Koger said. "Uptown Partnership's collaborative approach and dedication were instrumental in ensuring Martinsville reached this important milestone." "Downtowns are the heart and soul of many communities across the Commonwealth, and these newly designated communities are no exception," said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Caren Merrick in the release. "The Virginia Main Street program offers crucial investments to support their economic development while preserving the unique cultures and histories that make Virginia's downtown areas such tourism destinations. Main Street investments are a key driver to making Virginia the best place to live, work and raise a family." Since 1985, Virginia Main Street communities have generated more than $2.6 billion in public and private investment. New businesses locating, expanding, or relocating to Virginia Main Street communities have created more than 27,000 jobs, the release said. "We are extremely proud of our Virginia Main Street communities and are excited to be continuing a strong tradition of supporting local economies across the Commonwealth," said Bryan Horn, VDHC director. Koger said the designation has the potential to shape Martinsville's future in profound ways. "It will highlight our area as a vibrant destination for visitors and businesses, increasing our visibility and appeal. This recognition will support ongoing efforts to advance city initiatives, attract new businesses, and provide a welcoming environment for families looking to join our community," said Koger. "By showcasing Martinsville as an Advancing Main Street community, we position ourselves as a leader in downtown revitalization, paving the way for continued growth, economic development, and a stronger, more connected community." Get Government & Politics updates in your inbox!

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