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The Rs 20,000-crore follow-on public issue of Adani Enterprises Ltd will open on January 27 and close on January 31, while bidding by anchor investors will start on January 25, according to the company's red herring prospectus. The price band has been fixed at Rs 3,112-3,276 per share, indicating a discount of 15 percent at the lower end to 18 January's market close. Rs 64 discount has also been offered to retail individual investors. Retail investors can bid for in lot of four shares and in the multiple of 4 FPO equity shares thereafter. On January 19, a day after the announcement of FPO details, the stock closed 3.8 percent lower on the NSE at Rs 3458 apiece. Around Rs 10,869 crore out of the Rs 20,000-crore issue will be used for funding capital expenditure requirements of its subsidiaries in relation to certain projects of the green hydrogen ecosystem, improvement works of certain existing airport facilities, and construction of greenfield expressway. The firm will … [Read more...] about Adani Enterprises FPO from Jan 27, price band fixed at Rs 3,112-3,276

Alex of Drippin [WOOLLIM ENTERTAINMENT] Alex of boy band Drippin will temporarily suspend his activities, according to his agency on Thursday. Woollim Entertainment said Alex had been in declining health, and that it held lengthy discussions with his parents over what to do. “We have reached an agreement that it would be best for Alex to take a break and fully focus on recovering,” the agency said. “So we have decided to put a halt on Alex’s activities.” “Drippin will be active as a group of six in the meantime,” the agency said. “We are sorry to worry fans with sudden news, and we will do our best for the artist’s recovery.” Drippin debuted in October 2020 with its first EP, “Boyager.” It also released an EP, “A Better Tomorrow,” and a single, “Free Pass.” BY HALEY YANG [[email protected]] … [Read more...] about Alex of boy band Drippin suspends activities

Boy band Trendz will release new music in March, according to its entertainment agency Global H Media on Friday. [GLOBAL H MEDIA] Boy band Trendz will release new music in March, according to its entertainment agency Global H Media on Friday. The upcoming release comes just four months after the band dropped its single "Blue Set Chapter. [Unknown Code]" in November last year. The boy band of seven — Havit, Leon, Yoonwoo, Hankook, ra.L, Eunil and Yechan — debuted in January 2022 with its first EP “Blue Set Chapter 1. Tracks.” Prior to its debut, the band was known for uploading dance cover videos of other K-pop idol groups. The one-year-old rookie band is seeing a rise in popularity with record-breaking album sales. Its last single sold three times more than its previous release "Blue Set Chapter 2. Choice," and five times more than its debut EP. At the 2022 Asia Artist Awards in Japan held in December, the band received the Focus Award. Earlier this month, Trendz unveiled … [Read more...] about Boy band Trendz to release new music in March

As COVID-19 forced companies, especially in the tech industry, to ‘overpay’ some workers, industry experts believe they were bound to accept corrections. (Illustration by Suneesh Kalarickal) Amidst mass layoffs by tech gains and startups, former co-founder and MD of BharatPe, Ashneer Grover, suggests a salary reduction of about 25 percent-40 percent as an alternative. “I just don’t get why Founders won’t go down that path. Everything gets repriced - energy, capital, technology. Why not people…?” he said in a LinkedIn post . However, industry leaders are divided over the practicality of his suggestion in current times. While some feel it's a knee-jerk reaction rather than a long-term plan, others support the idea, saying it’s a sour soup to avoid fever. Thumbs up Employees can be retained on a reduced salary, temporarily, till the company achieves its financial target, said Pratik Vaidya, MD & CVO (Chief Visionary Officer), at consulting firm Karma Global. … [Read more...] about Ashneer Grover’s suggestion to avoid layoffs: Band-aid or long-term solution?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invoked the common colonial past of the "Global South", calling on the countries to come together and help shape the new world order. "In the last century, we supported each other in our fight against foreign rule. We can do it again in this century to create a new world order that will ensure the welfare of our citizens," the Prime Minister said while addressing the Voice of Global South Summit on January 12. Global South refers to countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Oceania, previously referred to as the Third World nations. The two-day summit, being held virtually, is looking to bring together countries these countries on a common platform. Modi said the Global South had the largest stake in the future, as it accounted for around 75 percent of the world's population. "We should also have equivalent voice. Hence, as the eight-decade-old model of global governance slowly changes, we should try to shape the emerging order," he … [Read more...] about PM Modi invokes colonial past, says ‘Global South’ must band together to shape world order

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre claimed that Biden has “restored independence” at the Department of Justice during a press conference Friday. “Does this episode undercut that argument that he would restore confidence? Because here we have in the headlines that he is now under investigation,” a reporter asked. “He’s restored independence in the Department of Justice. That’s what we’re doing here,” Jean-Pierre responded. “When we’re saying we’re gonna refer you to the Department of Justice that is restoring independence as it relates to issues like this. And that is important to the president.” (RELATED: ‘She Has Not Answered A Single Question’: CBS News Anchors Call Out KJP Over Biden Docs) “And it’s been consistent. What I am saying about investigations has been consistent for the last two years. You’ve heard me over and over again when it comes to a legal issue or matter like this, we have always referred to the Department of Justice. So there’s nothing here, … [Read more...] about KJP Claims That Biden ‘Restored Independence’ At The DOJ

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin “Please show up and embrace your divine feminine entirely. You can be strong yet kind, sensual yet classy, smart and witty, funny and bold...be all the things! Vulnerability is our greatest yet scariest connection as humans. Leading with honesty and intellect is key. Let's be honest, there is great power in beauty but knowing that women as a whole are so much more than our looks and voicing it, helps differentiate being an object vs. human.” - Nazanin Mandi, Transformational Life Coach , and Actress Often when we talk about sex and power it is because there has been an event that requires addressing. Rarely do we examine the power dynamics outside of an incident. Talking about things before they happen is a great way to create change, be more empowered, and develop a healthy relationship with our sexuality and power. Most women in business have experienced, at one point in time, a superficial and sexualized … [Read more...] about Sex And Power Dynamics – Women In Business

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin If you’re likely to find yourself in London this weekend and at a bit loose end, you could pop over to Audio Venue’s Ealing store to hear Europe’s only pair of Mark Levinson Monoblock amplifiers in a retail environment. The new ML-50 amplifiers have been made to celebrate Mark Levinson’s 50th anniversary. The exclusive package is limited to just 100 pairs globally. The design echoes some of the most popular and important models from the brand’s history and can drive virtually any loudspeaker system, regardless of cost. Since 1972, Mark Levinson's audio products have been setting standards for audio performance and have built a loyal following of passionate owners. In creating the ML-50 monaural power amplifier, the Mark Levinson team looked to its past to some of the most important monaural amplifiers that each especially influenced the design. The ML-50 model name refers to the first Mark Levinson power amplifier … [Read more...] about Limited-Edition Mark Levinson Monoblock ML-50 Amplifiers Reach London

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Do you enjoy player evaluation and want to pursue a full-time career in basketball? Want to know what it takes and what the day-to-day job entails? We answer these questions and a whole lot more in our recent sitdown with Director of Scouting at NBA Big Board Rafael Barlowe. Can you tell us how you got your start in the scouting/player evaluation industry and how long you have now been a part of the industry? Barlowe: “I started my journey back in 2010 as an unpaid intern with the Texas Legends. I really wanted to get into scouting, so I bet on myself and took the internship when I was 30 years old, knowing I wouldn’t get paid a penny. I exchanged the unglamorous intern duties like driving the team van and washing uniforms for access to the team and coaches. “But it wasn’t until 2016 that I decided to start my own NBA Draft website and YouTube channel. My experience with the Legends gave me the confidence … [Read more...] about The Life Of A Scout In 2023 With Rafael Barlowe

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin No matter what the weather is like outside, plan an indelible date for you and your special someone to celebrate Valentine’s Day. With a little forethought, you can have a memorable experience, whether you’re picnicking, trying a cold plunge for the first time, or exploring in nature for a scavenger hunt. Keep reading for fun rendezvous ideas as well as the top gifts that will pair perfectly with your outdoor tryst. Coordinate Outerwear and Stay Warm on Nature Trails For chillier weather, make sure your loved one is warm and comfortable during all your outdoor adventures. Before heading into the open-air, to explore an arboretum or local forest preserves, give your significant other a Nevadan Down Parka from Mountain Hardwear. With styles for both men and women , in four different colors, you can get yourself one too and either match or coordinate with your sweetie. Meant to be worn every day, these well-designed … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: The Smartest Gifts For Outdoor Dates