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Новости за 07.08.2024

Tass.com 

Inflation in Russia was zero over week — statistics

The price drop at the same time was 3.3% for beet, 3,2% for carrots, 2% for tomatoes, 1.8% for cucumbers, 1.6% for potatoes, 1.1% for bananas, 1% for chicken eggs, 0.7% for onions, 0.4% for sausages, 0.3% for pasta, and 0.2% for millet

Phys.org 

Three forgotten women who wrote fairytales that subverted the Grimms' gender norms

Rapunzel, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty—these well-known stories and others, first published by the Brothers Grimm in Kinder- und Hausmärchen (Children's and Household Tales, 1812), have become shorthand for what we collectively think of as fairytales. They are stories with a strong moralistic undertone in which humble and obedient women are rewarded while transgressive women suffer—all before an interchangeable background of castles, kings and sorcery.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Maruti Suzuki to recall 2,555 Alto K10 vehicles for possible defect; affected customers advised against driving the vehicle

Maruti Suzuki has announced a recall of 2,555 Alto K10 vehicles due to a potential defect in the Steering Gear Box Assembly, which could affect the vehicle's steerability. Owners of the affected vehicles are advised not to drive them until the part is replaced. The company will arrange for inspections and replacements at no cost through authorized dealer workshops.

Committee to Protect Journalists 

Pakistani journalist in hiding after police raid his home over protest reports

New York, August 7, 2024—Pakistani police have raided the home of digital journalist Usman Khan three times, forcing him into hiding to avoid detention for his coverage of protests over alleged human rights abuses in southwestern Baluchistan province. “Pakistani police must immediately cease their attempts to detain independent journalist Usman Khan and allow the media...

Business Standard 

Abbott India Q1 results: PAT rises 13% to Rs 328 cr, income at Rs 1,625 cr

Drug firm Abbott India on Wednesday said its net profit increased by 13 per cent year on year to Rs 328 crore for the first quarter ended June 30, 2024. The company reported a net profit of Rs 290 crore in the April-June quarter of last fiscal. Total income rose to Rs 1,625 crore for the period under review as against Rs 1,535 crore in the June quarter of FY24, Abbott India said in a regulatory filing. Shares of the company on Wednesday ended 1.29 per cent up at Rs 28,159.95 apiece on the BSE.