Debdutta Ghosh
Science & Technology
Data Analytics and Aviation Combines to Save Time and Lives After an Auto Accident
The first one hour after a critical and serious road accident is the most crucial time that whether the injured person would survive or not. It is called the Golden
Published on December 2, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Fracking Rights Sold Out in a National Park in Botswana
Recent report suggests that right frack for shale gas have been sold by the Bostwana government quietly in one of Africa’s largest protected conservation areas, reports The Guardian. The area
Published on December 2, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Oxfam Report Says World’s Richest 10% Produce Half of the Global Carbon Emissions
Half of the Earth’s climate-harming fossil-fuel is emitted by the 10% of the richest people. British charity Oxfam claimed in a report released on Wednesday that the poorest half of
Published on December 2, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
It has Proof of Turkey Smuggling Oil from Islamic State in Syria and Iraq, Claims Russia
Alleging that the Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan and his family had interests in the illegal smuggling of oil from Islamic State-held territory in Syria and Iraq and were benefiting financially
Published on December 2, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Yahoo Board to Weigh Selling off its Internet Business: Reuters
Later this week during a meeting, the Board of Yahoo would discuss the prospects of selling of its core Internet business, news agency Reuters reported. Quoting sources close to the
Published on December 2, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
German Parliament Backs Military Intervention in Syria Against IS Millitants
The German cabinet approved undertaking military support in their fight against the Islamic State (IS) militants in Syria. The proposal back in the parliament entails the sending to the region
Published on December 1, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Nokia Virtual Reality Camera to Cost $60,000 but would also be Available on Rent
While Nokia had unveiled Ozo, its high-end virtual reality camera designed to capture video and audio in full, 360-degree glory, the company announced the price of the futuristic device at
Published on December 1, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Economics
Even as Asia Pacific M&A Crosses $1 Trillion Mark, Chinese Banks Miss the Party
While the mergers and acquisitions in the Asia Pacific region crossed the $1 trillion mark for the first time aided by a surge in Chinese cross-border technology and telecoms deals,
Published on December 1, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Global LNG Supply Expected to Rise as Iran to Produce LNG from Five Gas Plants in Just Three Years
Iran has pledged to bring five LNG projects on-stream in the next three years. This was announced very recently by Hamidreza Araqi, Chief Executive of the National Iranian Gas Company
Published on December 1, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Volkswagen Employees at the Centre of a Emissions Scandal Related Tax Evasion Investigation
German prosecutors have announced an investigation into whether the Volkswagen emission scandal also constituted tax evasion after a couple of months since the German car maker admitted that it had
Published on December 1, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
India leads 120 Country Alliance to a Global Solar Alliance Program at Paris Climate Summit
An international solar alliance of over 120 countries was launched by India’s prime minister Narendra Modi along with the French president Francoise Hollande at the Paris COP21 climate summit. Hopes
Published on November 30, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Second Largest Diamond Ever Mined Found in Bostwana
Smaller only than a precious stone carved up to adorn the British crown jewels, the second-largest diamond ever unearthed is a nearly tennis-ball-size gem discovered in Botswana very recently. This
Published on November 30, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Turkey Refuses to Budge at NATO Over Downing of Russian Fighter Jet
After winning strong NATO support for the right to defend itself, Turkey’s prime minister dismissed on Monday any suggestion Ankara should apologize for downing a Russian warplane in its airspace
Published on November 30, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Economics
With a Second Quarter Growth of 7.4% India Now Fastest Growing Large Economy
With a reported growth rate of 7.4% in the second quarter, India becomes the fastest growing large economy on the planet. And this growth rate eclipses the growth of China,
Published on November 30, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
BP Completes Formalities for New Joint Venture with Rosneft
With the Russian state-controlled oil group Rosneft looking to further explore and develop one of the largest oil and gas condensate fields in the Siberian region and is on the
Published on November 30, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Musk’s Tesla faces German battle over battery-powered homes
If the dream of Elon Musk of millions of households producing all their own power becomes a reality, it will probably happen first in Germany. But there would be a
Published on November 27, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
India’s InMobi Is Giving Facebook And Google A Run For Their Money
Global IT giants Facebook and Google are being given tough competition in claiming mobile advertising from a very unlikely source – a small Indian startup. Since its very recent inception,
Published on November 27, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Miss World Canada ‘Barred From China Flight’, Allegedly for her Activism for Chinese Cult Falun Gong
China allegedly barred Canada’s Miss World contender from boarding a plane at Hong Kong to the Chinese city hosting this year’s pageant. Since an invitation for the event had not
Published on November 27, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Accused of Poor Checks on Wealthy Clients, FCA Fines Barclays £72m Over ‘Elephant Deal’
Holding a top bank responsible for running the risk of laundering money or financing terrorism by conducting the deal for politically sensitive people, a £72m penalty was slapped on Barclays
Published on November 26, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
In Addition to Hydrocarbon Taxation Support, UK To Create ‘Shale Wealth Fund’
The UK is desperate to join the club of elite countries that produce either natural gas from shale formations or crude oil from tight formations at an international level. Only
Published on November 26, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Science & Technology
National Weather Service Scientists Say Current El Niño Could Become Strongest on Record
A key location on the Pacific Ocean is far hotter than the highest temperature recorded during the 1997 El Nino. El Nino this year could be among the most powerful
Published on November 26, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Its Britain’s Time to Join Forces in Syria for Airsitrikes Against Isis: Cameron
Britain says its time it stepped directly into the Syrian crisis with possible joint air strikes. British Prime Minister David Cameron said that “subcontract its security to other countries” was
Published on November 26, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Economics
Stocks Up On Talk of Aggressive ECB Easing, Euro on Shaky Ground,
As talk of aggressive stimulus from the European Central Bank next week gained ground, the euro slipped back towards seven-month lows, bond yields fell and European shares rallied on Thursday.
Published on November 26, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Science & Technology
Drones to Prevent Shark Attacks in Australia, App to Provide Real time Public Alert on Phones
Following a series of attacks on surfers, shark-tracking drones are being deployed to protect Australia’s beachgoers. As part of a strategy by the New South Wales (NSW) government, the trial
Published on November 25, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Apple Buys out Facial Recognition Technology Startup Faceshift
In what is being termed as “more or less” confirmed reports, Apple is said to have acquired Faceshift. Faceshift is is a Zurich-based startup focused on creating technology that allows
Published on November 25, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
From Solar Power to Manure, Developing Nations Seek Climate Technology before Paris Summit
Developing nations are starting to seek green technologies through a UN system meant as a building block for a global deal on climate change next month with projects including solar
Published on November 25, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Economics
Amidst a Month of Slowing US Consumer Spending, Business Sending expected to Rise
Pointers indicate towards a moderate economic growth in the fourth quarter as more households chose to boost savings taking advantage of the rising incomes, resulting a very negligible rise in
Published on November 25, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Science & Technology
Loneliness increases Risk of Premature Death in Older Adults by 14% – Study
A major new study supported by the national Institute of Health claims that loneliness can increase the risk of premature death in older adults by 14%. The results of the
Published on November 24, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Pfizer Allergen Giant Deal Attacked by Politicians in the US
Identifying the deal as an attempt to avoid legitimate taxes, politicians in the US have come down heavily on the $160 billion deal between drugs giant Pfizer’s and botox-maker Allergan.
Published on November 24, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
‘Major Restructuring’ on the Cards for Rolls-Royce, Jobs to be Lost
A major restructuring program is on the cards for British engineering company Rolls-Royce said its new chief executive Warren East. The aero-engine maker was already under pressure to outline how
Published on November 24, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Economics
IMF Stress Importance on Tackling Bad Loans of European Banks for Economic Recovery
The IMF urged the European banks to clear up the bad loans while acknowledging that important things had been done in Europe, and the euro zone in particular, to shore
Published on November 24, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Fears of Escalating Tension Hit Russia and Turkish Markets Following Downing of Russian Warplane by Turkey
While denying charges that their warplane had violated Syrian airspace, Russia claimed they had proof that the jet had not left Syrian air space after Turkish fighter jets shot down
Published on November 24, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Petco to be Acquired by CVC Capital, CPPIB for $4.6 Billion
Funds affiliated with CVC Capital Partners and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board have entered into a definitive agreement to jointly acquire the Company from a group of investors led by
Published on November 23, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Science & Technology
Weakening Encryption Lets The Bad Guys In: Apple, Google And Microsoft
Claiming that weakening of encryption would be “exploited by the bad guys”, Apple, Microsoft, Google, Samsung, Twitter, Facebook and 56 other technology companies have joined together to reject calls for
Published on November 23, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Its Asia vs US in Green Car technology on US Turf
California is witnessing a unique battle of sorts among auto markers. In a bid to woo away green car buyers from Tesla Motors Inc, the battery electric vehicle leader, the
Published on November 23, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
David Cameron Announces Billions of Pounds for New Defense Equipment
During his confirmation of the Strategic Defence and Security Review for the parliamentary term British Prime Minister David Cameron announced an additional £12bn in defence equipment spending and two new
Published on November 23, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Pfizer Announces Allergen Buyout in the Historic Deal, Shifting Head Quarter to Ireland to Avoid Tax in the US
In a record deal for mergers and acquisitions, Pfizer Inc on Monday said it would buy Botox maker Allergan Plc for $160 billion. The company would also move its headquarters
Published on November 23, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Qualcomm Top Executive Snatched by Intel to Strengthen its Internet of Things Division
The rising popularity of the Internet of Things has given rise to a war for big companies. The hiring of Venkata “Murthy” Renduchintala of Qualcomm by Intel is a case
Published on November 21, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Captagon, The Drug Of Choice In War-Torn Syria, for all Sides
The Syrian crisis is being viewed as an entangled war between Syrian government, the rebel forces and Islamist fundamentalists – Isis, aimed to gain regional dominance based on an overlapping
Published on November 21, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Science & Technology
Scientists Claim Half of Tree Species in the Amazon at Risk of Extinction
In what is being viewed as the first comprehensive estimate of threatened species in the world’s largest rainforest, a study claims that more than half the myriad tree species in
Published on November 21, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Supply and Technology Gap Weave Complex Tale for E-Textiles
While wearables are gaining popularity both among select range of customers and present innumerable opportunities for fashion designers, the supply chain isn’t up to speed. This is the outlook of
Published on November 21, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
All Three Major US Auto Manufactures Now Have Labor Pact with UAW
After a late push for support by United Auto Workers leaders, Ford Motor Co’s U.S. union workers narrowly approved a four-year labor contract, the UAW said late Friday night. After
Published on November 21, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
African Nations Hope El Nino Finds Prominence in Paris World Environment Meet
El Nino is getting stronger and it is affecting certain parts of the globe than others. Record temperatures were experienced by South Africa’s capital, Pretoria, for two days in a
Published on November 19, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Anonymous Accuses CloudFare Web Services of Helping Isis
Alleging that it has helped the Islamic state propagandas, Anonymous has attacked web services startup CloudFlare for providing protection against cyberattacks to pro-Isis websites. The company is popular amongst groups
Published on November 19, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Science & Technology
For the First Time Scientists Locate a Planet in Formation in Far Space
For the first time ever, analyzing the special red light from space, astronomers have spotted a planet in the act of formation. There is still much that scientists don’t know
Published on November 19, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Amid New Inversion Clamp-down in the US, Pfizer Accelerates Talks of Allergan Takeover
As the U.S. Treasury prepared to clamp down further on such tax inversions, talks between Pfizer and Allergan for e takeover of the latter for a $150 billion deal would
Published on November 19, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Most Wanted Terrorist Accused of Plotting Paris Attacks Killed in Wednesday Raids
French officials finally confirmed on Thursday that the suspected mastermind of last week’s Paris attacks was killed in the police raid of an apartment north of the capital. Abdelhamid Abaaoud
Published on November 19, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Samsung to Bring in Retro Look Flip Phones: Reports
The technology market is abuzz about the possible return of retro styled flip phones – thanks to a reported effort by smart phone giant Samsung. Thanks to the likes of
Published on November 18, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
Business & Finance
Soon to be Held Study Predicts Wider Benefits Possible by Use of Technology Behind Digital Currencies Like Bitcoin
While the Cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin is a form of digital money, it has been at a center of a multi-country investigation of forgery, scientists at the new Imperial College
Published on November 18, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Facebook Allegedly Deactivates User with Name ‘Isis’
Facebook has blocked a female user bearing the same name of as the terrorist organization that claimed responsibility for last week’s attack in Paris. Suggesting that her Facebook profile was
Published on November 18, 2015
By Debdutta Ghosh
