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  • Get Ready for MHT-CET 2025 with Target Learning Ventures’ Mock Test -Meri Taiyari

    Mumbai 18th, March 2025: Target Learning Ventures’ Pvt. Ltd., a leading publishing house in India, has launched its ‘Meri Taiyari’ MHT-CET Mock Test 2025. Designed for students taking the MHT-CET 2025 in April, this test replicates the exam’s pattern and difficulty, enabling students to effectively practice and gauge their readiness. Target’s philosophy of ‘child in mind, teacher at heart’ drives everything they do. It perfectly aligns with their mission to provide innovative and effective resources that not only nurture young minds but also ignite a deep passion for learning and academic success.

    Target Learning Ventures’ is set to conduct MHT-CET mock tests scheduled for March 23rd, and April 6th, 2025, with timings from 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM. Students can register via the following link: https://targetpublications.org/mock-2025#register. This is a practice exam that mirrors the real one, with the same level of challenging questions. Participants will receive a detailed performance report in their first mock test, which includes accuracy, strengths, weakness, develop strategies for improvement, analyze subject-wise accuracy and speed, identify incorrect answers, and identify knowledge gaps and rank. However, after their second mock test, they can see if they have improved and track their progress.

    Dilip Gangaramani, Founder, Director & CEO of Target Learning Ventures’ Pvt. Ltd., said, “We are thrilled to announce our ‘Meri Taiyari’ MHT-CET Mock Test 2025 for aspiring students who are preparing for the CET exam. We have been successfully doing this in the past and we couldn’t be more excited! This mock test offers something unique, and they won’t find anything like it elsewhere. We were the pioneers in introducing the first-ever MHT-CET book for students, and we are once again leading the way by introducing one of the best experiences in mock test to students. This commitment to excellence ensures that every student receives the support they need to reach their fullest potential.”

  • Houthi group targets US warships again, claims third attack in 48 hours

    US Navy aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75). Photo Courtesy: Wikimedia Commons

    Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi group on Tuesday claimed it conducted the third attack on US warships in a span of 48 hours, media reports said.

    The Houthis said on Telegram they had targeted the USS Harry S. Truman carrier group with missiles and drones, making the attack the “third in the past 48 hours” in the northern Red Sea, reported The Times of Israel.

    US targets Houthis

    Air Force Lt. Gen. Alexus G. Grynkewich, director for operations for the Joint Staff, said that, under the president’s direction, US Central Command began precision strike operations against the Houthis to restore freedom of navigation and American deterrence, reported US Department of Defense website.

    “The initial wave of strikes hit over 30 targets at multiple locations, degrading a variety of Houthi capabilities,” he said.

    Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell on Monday during his public briefing that the US Central Command, at the direction of President Donald J. Trump, launched a series of attacks at key terrorist Houthi targets in Yemen, March 15.

    “Over the weekend, U.S. Central Command forces initiated a series of operations consisting of precision strikes against Iran-backed Houthi targets across Yemen to restore freedom of navigation and re-establish American deterrence,” Parnell was quoted as saying by the website.

    The Houthis, he said, have been targeting US military ships and aircraft as well as commercial ships and the ships of other nations.

    “They threaten our personnel overseas,” he said. “Houthi terrorists have launched missiles and one-way attack drones at U.S. warships over 170 times and at commercial vessels 145 times since 2003.”

    The U.S., Parnell said, will continue to use “overwhelming, lethal force” against the terrorist Houthi targets until the U.S. achieves its goals.

    “There is a very clear end-state to this operation, and that begins the moment that the Houthis pledge to stop attacking our ships and putting American lives at risk,” he said.  

    Trump warns Iran

    Trump said Iran will suffer ‘dire consequences’ if Houthis conduct further attacks.

    In his post on Truth Social, Trump said: “Every shot fired by the Houthis will be looked upon, from this point forward, as being a shot fired from the weapons and leadership of IRAN, and IRAN will be held responsible, and suffer the consequences, and those consequences will be dire!”

  • Samsung targets to cross 100 mn Galaxy A series unit sales this year

    Smartphone maker Samsung is targeting to cross 100 million Galaxy A series unit sales in India this year as it expands its portfolio with the launch of two new models — A56 and A36, each available in three variants, a senior company official said on Monday.

    Samsung India, Mobile Experience, Vice President, Aditya Babbar said the new A series devices would be made in India.

    • Also read:Samsung launches entry-level Galaxy F06 5G at ₹9,499

    “As per Counterpoint Research, there are 89 million happy customers on A series. We are targeting greater than 100 million devices in A series this year,” he noted.

    Babbar said that according to Counterpoint Research, last year, Samsung was an absolute leader in the price segments of ₹25,000 to ₹35,000 and ₹35,000 to ₹50,000 in which Galaxy A56 and Galaxy A36 are being launched, and the company expects to maintain that trend.

    Samsung has launched three variants of Galaxy A56 in the net effective price range of ₹41,999 to ₹44,999 apiece, with the high-end model having 12 GB system memory and 256 GB internal storage.

    The three variants of Galaxy A36 have been priced at ₹32,999 to ₹35,999.

    • Also read: Samsung launches Galaxy S25 series; to be manufactured at Noida plant

    “Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G measure just 7.4 mm in thickness. There are a lot of segments first that are coming in the phone. We are bringing AI in these phones,” Babbar said.

    Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G smartphones come with a triple-camera system, featuring a 50-megapixel (MP) main lens. Both devices are dust and water-resistant with an IP67 rating.

    Galaxy A56 5G has Exynos 1580 chipset, and Galaxy A36 5G runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Mobile Platform.

  • College Vidya findings INR 1.5 Crore financial aid disbursed in 2024, sets INR 5 Crore target for 2025

    December 26, 2024 : A recent analysis by College Vidya, India’s leading online education platform, has revealed the significant impact of its financial aid program across states like Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Maharashtra, Bihar, and West Bengal. The platform disbursed INR 1.2 Crore in 2024, benefitting 5,751 students nationwide. This initiative has been instrumental in supporting learners facing financial challenges, enabling them to pursue their academic aspirations without compromise.

    Statewise, Uttar Pradesh led the way, with 807 students receiving aid amounting to INR 12.1 lakh. It was followed by Delhi and Maharashtra, with 769 and 621 students benefiting from INR 12.2 lakh and 11.3 lakh, respectively. Bihar and West Bengal also saw notable contributions underlying the platform’s commitment to bridging financial gaps in education.

    Speaking about the impact of the initiative, Rohit Gupta, COO of College Vidya said, “Reports suggest that more than 70% of students cite financial constraints as the primary reason for discontinuing their education. At College Vidya, we believe that money shouldn’t become a barrier for students willing to acquire quality education. By providing the necessary financial support, we aspire not only to empower individual students but also to set an example for other institutions, urging them to join us in creating a more equitable and inclusive education system. We are committed to scaling this initiative to INR 5 Crore in 2025, ensuring that even more students have the opportunity to fulfill their academic dreams.”

    College Vidya has been at the forefront of redefining online education in India. In addition to providing financial aid, the platform is working towards creating greater awareness and addressing misconceptions surrounding online education. Through its novel initiatives like the CV Partners model and Subsidy Refer and Earn program, the company strives to bridge gaps in education and empower learners with the tools and resources they need to excel in a digital-first world.

  • Hackers target YouTube creators, send fake brand collaboration offers with malware

    Cyber Crime

    Hackers target YouTube creators, send fake brand collaboration offers with malwarePixabay

    In an alarming trend, cybercriminals are now increasingly targeting popular YouTube creators by exploiting fake brand collaboration offers to distribute malware, a report showed on Monday.

    The malware, disguised as legitimate documents like contracts or promotional materials, is often delivered through password-protected files hosted on platforms such as OneDrive to evade detection, claimed CloudSEK, a cybersecurity firm.

    “Once downloaded, the malware can steal sensitive information, including login credentials and financial data, while also granting attackers remote access to the victim’s systems,” said security research Mayank Sahariya.

    At the end of the email, the threat actor includes instructions and a OneDrive link to access a zip file containing the agreement and promotional materials, secured with the password. When the YouTube victim clicked the URL in the email, they were directed to a Drive page.

    The adversary leverages malware and sophisticated techniques for targeted attacks. Their actions suggest a well-organised group with access to diverse tools and resources.

    Key characteristics of the campaign include email payload where the malware is hidden within attachments such as Word documents, PDFs, or Excel files, often masquerading as promotional materials, contracts or business proposals.

    Cyber Crime

    Fhishing emails are sent from spoofed or compromised email addresses, making them seem credibleIANS

    The phishing emails are sent from spoofed or compromised email addresses, making them seem credible. Recipients are lured into downloading the attached files, believing they are legitimate business offers.

    Once the attachment is opened, the malware installs itself on the victim’s system. This malware is typically designed to steal sensitive data, including login credentials, financial information, and intellectual property, or to provide remote access to the attacker.

    Businesses and individuals in marketing, sales, and executive positions are the primary targets, given their propensity to engage in brand promotions and partnerships.

    “With content creators and marketers as primary targets, this global campaign underscores the importance of verifying collaboration requests and adopting robust cybersecurity measures to protect against such threats,” Sahariya added.

    (With inputs from IANS)

  • Direct tax collection may exceed the budget target of Rs 22.07 lakh crore in 2024-25

    The Income Tax Department expects that the direct tax collection in the current financial year can exceed the budget target of Rs 22.07 lakh crore. This information was given by Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) Chairman Ravi Agarwal. Ravi Agarwal said that there has been an increase in corporate and non-corporate taxes.

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    The Income Tax Department is confident that direct tax collections will exceed the budget target for the second consecutive year. This reflects the country’s strong fiscal position driven by robust economic growth.

    Net direct tax collection increased by 15.4% from April 1 to November 10

    India’s net direct tax collection, which includes corporate tax and individual income tax, rose 15.4 per cent to Rs 12.1 lakh crore during the current fiscal from April 1 to November 10, according to the latest CBDT data.

    Government released tax refund of Rs 2.9 lakh crore

    Gross direct tax collection during this period grew by more than 21 per cent to Rs 15 lakh crore. The government issued tax refunds of Rs 2.9 lakh crore, which is 53 per cent higher than the same period last year.

    Direct tax collection target of Rs 22.07 lakh crore in the current financial year
    During the current financial year, the government has set a target of direct tax collection of Rs 22.07 lakh crore. This includes Rs 10.20 lakh crore from corporate tax and Rs 11.87 lakh crore from personal income tax, non-corporate tax and other taxes.

    Direct tax collection target set in the Union Budget is Rs 18.23 lakh crore

    In the financial year 2023-24, direct tax collection including corporate and personal tax was Rs 19.58 lakh crore, which was Rs 16.64 lakh crore in the previous financial year. During this period, the annual growth rate was 17.7 percent. In the Union Budget 2023-24, the target of direct tax collection was fixed at Rs 18.23 lakh crore and later in the Revised Estimates (RE) it was increased to Rs 19.45 lakh crore.

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  • Direct tax collections poised to surpass budget target for 2024-25

    Direct tax collections poised to surpass budget target for 2024-25

    Direct tax collections poised to surpass budget target for 2024-25IANS

    The Income Tax Department expects to surpass the direct tax collection target of Rs 22.07 lakh crore fixed in the Union Budget for the current financial year, according to Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) chairman Ravi Agarwal.

    Agarwal told journalists collections from corporate and non-corporate taxes have risen and the Income Tax Department believes that it will cross the budget target for the second year in a row. This reflects the strong fiscal position of the country driven by robust economic growth.

    India’s net direct tax collections, comprising corporate tax and personal income tax, shot up by a robust 15.4 per cent to Rs 12.1 lakh crore, from April 1 to November 10 during the current financial year, according to the latest figures released by the CBDT.

    On a gross basis, direct taxes surged by over 21 per cent to Rs 15 lakh crore on a gross basis during the period. The government issued tax refunds of Rs 2.9 lakh crore which is a 53 per cent increase over the same period last year.

    The government’s target to collect Rs 22.07 lakh crore during the current financial year comprises Rs 10.20 lakh crore from corporate tax and Rs 11.87 lakh from personal income tax, non-corporate tax and other taxes.

    CBDT meets officials to dispel doubts on faceless tax assessment.

    Union Budget Estimates (BE) by Rs 1.35 lakh crore or 7.4 per cent reflecting the strong fiscal position of the country driven by robust economic growthIANS

    The net direct tax collections for the financial year 2023-24 had also clocked a double-digit growth to exceed the Union Budget Estimates (BE) by Rs 1.35 lakh crore or 7.4 per cent reflecting the strong fiscal position of the country driven by robust economic growth.

    The net direct tax collections, comprising corporate tax and personal income tax shot up to Rs 19.58 lakh crore in 2023-24, compared to Rs 16.64 lakh crore in the preceding financial year, representing a double-digit increase of 17.7 per cent.

    The target for direct collections was fixed at Rs 18.23 lakh crore in the Union Budget for 2023-24 and later increased to Rs 19.45 lakh crore in the Revised Estimates (RE). The provisional Direct Tax collections (net of the refunds) have exceeded the BE by 7.40 per cent and RE by 0.67 per cent, CBDT said.

    (With inputs from IANS)

  • Brokerage Firms Bullish on Signature Global Issue BUY Rating with Target Price

    November 16, 2024 : The Leading Brokerage firms seem to be bullish on Signature Global (India). Post their (Signature Global) Q2FY25 result announcement, ICICI Securities and Motilal Oswal have given a BUY call on Signature Global stock.

    While ICICI Securities has maintained BUY call, with the target price of ₹2,007, Motilal Oswal has given a target price of ₹2,000 per share.

    The shares of the company were trading at 1298.05 a piece up 3.41% at the closing hour of 14th November 2024, Thursday. The total market cap stands at 18,238.99 crore.

    Brokerage Firm Recommendations

    Motilal Oswal has kept its BUY rating with a target price of ₹2,000 per share, indicating a 56% upside potential. The brokerage noted Signature Global’s strong performance, with pre-sales of ₹27.8 billion in Q2 FY25—up 183% year-on-year—boosted by the recent launches of Titanium SPR (group housing) and Daxin Vistas (township project) in the first half of FY25.

    Similarly, ICICI securities have retained its BUY rating with revised target price of Rs 2,007.

    The brokerage firm noted that the developer achieved a 63% sales booking CAGR from FY21 to FY24, primarily through affordable and mid-income housing projects. In H1 FY25, the developer recorded sales bookings of ₹59 billion, driven by the launch of the Titanium project in Sector 71, Gurugram, and the Daxin Vistas project in Sohna, Gurugram.

    “Given its strong launch pipeline of projects with cumulative GDV of over INR 450bn during FY24-28, we estimate 21% sales booking CAGR over FY24-27E, ranging between INR 110-130bn annually over FY25-27E. Factoring in strong H1FY25 result, we raise FY25/26E sales bookings by 7% each to INR 108bn and INR 114bn, respectively,” it added.


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  • India-UAE bilateral trade set to surpass $100 billion target before 2030

    India-UAE bilateral trade set to surpass $100 billion target before 2030

    IANS

    The bilateral trade between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is on track to surpass the $100 billion target well before 2030, underscored by a notable 12.7 per cent (year-on-year) increase, according to a report on Tuesday.

    The UAE remains India’s third-largest trading partner and second-largest export destination (FY2022-23).

    According to a report by Primus Partners, Bilateral trade reached $85 billion in FY 2022-23 and is expected to cross the 2030 target of $100 billion well before the expected timeline.

    The India-UAE economic relationship strengthened with the recent visit of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, to India. The two countries signed five MoUs, following the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Crown Prince.

    The India-UAE trade relations are entering a new era, driven by structural reforms like 2022 Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) that have dismantled long-standing barriers.

    India-UAE bilateral trade set to surpass $100 billion target before 2030

    IANS

    “This shows how this trade growth is not only strengthening existing sectors like gems, jewellery, and IT but is also paving the way for emerging industries such as green energy and food security,” said Nilaya Varma, CEO and Co-founder of Primus Partners.

    Both countries lead the path for key collaborative ventures, including the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) as well as the India-Israel-UAE-US (I2U2) coalition.

    The India-UAE economic relationship is set to be further cemented with initiatives like the implementation of a master dashboard to oversee critical infrastructure projects; establishment of a bilateral e-commerce marketplace for goods and services, potentially leveraging India’s Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) model and creation of an online digital repository highlighting investable projects in identified strategic sectors.

    Nader Haffar, Director of Primus Partners UAE, said that the bilateral relationship has evolved into a multifaceted partnership that is reshaping the future of regional and global trade.

    “This synergy between two of the world’s fastest-growing economies is creating new opportunities, fostering innovation, and building a foundation for long-term prosperity that could serve as a global model for emerging market partnerships,” Haffar added.

    Gems and jewellery, traditionally a cornerstone of trade, have seen increased activity under the CEPA. The metals, stones, gems, and jewellery sector is among India’s key exports to the UAE.

    Additionally, India’s agricultural exports to the UAE, including cereals, sugar, fruits, vegetables, and tea, contribute significantly to the trade basket, helping to address the UAE’s food security objectives.

    (With inputs from IANS)

     

  • Dismantling Maths Anxiety: The Inspiring Partnership Between REAP NGO and Target Publications


    REAP NGO Partners with Target Publications to Dethrone Maths Anxiety

    Empower Children and Eliminate Maths Anxiety

    MUMBAI: A wave of excitement swept through Reach Education Action Programme (REAP) NGO in Kalwa as over 70 children from grades 1 & 2, along with their educators, prepared for a thrilling Maths workshop hosted by the esteemed Target Publications Pvt. Ltd., Thane. REAP delivers quality education to marginalized and underprivileged children with a special focus on girls. As a token of their support, Target Publications provided each child with a new notebook.

    The workshop, led by the proficient Miss Payal Mehta, a 14-year teaching veteran with experience in teacher training across India, was a delightful blend of learning and fun.  Miss Mehta’s engaging session broke the ice with a creative activity related to Maths, followed by an application-based exploration of basic shapes and symmetry. Children not only participated but also explored new ways of learning about shapes. As Miss Mehta said, “Learning should be fun and engaging and the children certainly had a blast as they explored new ways of learning about shapes.”

    The workshop sparked a newfound enthusiasm for Maths among the children as the resource person not only unveiled clever tricks to solve problems in seconds but also employed joyful activities to banish any fear of the subject.

    Tushar Chaudhari, Executive Director of Target Publications, said, “Our workshop focused on symmetrical shapes to demonstrate the beauty and patterns hidden within Maths. By exploring symmetry, we wanted to inspire children to see the world through a mathematical lens, appreciating the order and harmony that exists around us. We hope this experience will spark their curiosity and encourage them to discover the fascinating world of geometry.”

    Joy Fernandes, Director of REAP, NGO, echoed Chaudhari’s sentiments: “We are incredibly grateful for this wonderful workshop for our children. Both the students and educators thoroughly enjoyed the learning experience. The key takeaway is that Maths isn’t a daunting subject – there are fun ways to learn tricks, solve problems, or any concept in Maths. By nurturing this love for Maths from a young age, we can ensure that children approach the subject with confidence, not anxiety.”