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Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Cement deals slowing down? 2025 will see smaller, strategic acquisitions

India's cement industry is expected to continue its consolidation trend in 2025, following significant buyouts in 2024 by leaders UltraTech Cement and Adani Cement. With a current capacity of 641 million tonnes, acquisitions such as Penna and Orient Cement are driving expansion, focusing on market reach and regional dominance.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Naomi Osaka wins again to reach the quarterfinals at the Auckland WTA tournament

Naomi Osaka has started 2025 strong by defeating Julia Grabher 7-5, 6-3 to reach the Auckland tennis classic quarterfinals. Despite challenging conditions, Osaka progressed without dropping her serve. She received advice from her new coach Patrick Mouratoglou and showed no signs of her previous back injury.

New York Post 

John Chell tapped for NYPD chief of department, replacing accused sex pest Jeffrey Maddrey

John Chell has been tapped to permanently replace Jeffrey Maddrey as the NYPD’s chief of department after an explosive sex scandal led to Maddrey’s resignation. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced the personnel move Tuesday night as well as new official appointments for chief of patrol and chief of internal affairs — all effective immediately. Chell,...

Small Heath Alliance 

2025 Potential Cricket Stat

Stolen from Twitter.

Only 4 batters have a Test score that's the square root of the year (in 1936).

This year, 45 is the square root of 2025.

The next opportunity will be in the year 2116.

[x.com]

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

China's declining productivity: Factors behind economic slowdown

China's economic slowdown is closely tied to a significant drop in productivity. This downturn is driven by several factors, including a shift toward low-productivity sectors like real estate, demographic challenges, and inefficiencies in research and development. While government policies aimed at fostering innovation and technological advancement are in place, China faces an uphill battle in reversing the productivity decline, with experts questioning whether these measures can spark the growth needed for sustained prosperity.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Trade, tariff and Trump: How India can beat the big likely disruption in making

India should seek comprehensive engagement with the incoming Trump administration to address issues in trade, investment, technology, and finance. A focus on maintaining supply lines and diversifying markets is vital, particularly for sectors like pharmaceuticals, jewellery, and services. Leveraging opportunities from US tariff actions is crucial.

CBSNews.com 

California's fentanyl fight: Politicians v. grieving parents

This year-long investigation provides an unprecedented look at California's one-party supermajority legislature through the eyes of grieving parents who discover how California lawmakers kill popular bills by not voting.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Arvind Kejriwal speaks politely, then deceives people: Congress leader Sukhjinder Randhawa

Congress leader Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa accuses AAP and Arvind Kejriwal of failing to fulfill promises to women in Punjab and Delhi. He claims Kejriwal deceives people with polite talk. Kejriwal's recent scheme announcement raises controversy, as Delhi's WCD department denies official notification and alleged BJP pressure on officials.

The Toledo Blade 

Fiesta Bowl: Penn State bottles up Jeanty, beats Boise State 31-14

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Drew Allar threw three touchdown passes and No. 5 Penn State bottled up Heisman Trophy runner-up Ashton Jeanty for a 31-14 win over No. 8 Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl on Tuesday night, earning a spot in the College Football Playoff semifinals.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

NASA's Webb Telescope Spots Shocking 'Super-Puff' Planet in Kepler System!

NASA's James Webb Telescope discovers Kepler-51e, the fourth planet in the Kepler-51 system, known for its "super-puff" planets. Located 2,615 light-years away, this find revises planet mass estimates, explores planetary dynamics, and hints at habitability possibilities.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Stocks to buy in 2025: 66 ideas from top brokerages for your new year portfolio

ETMarkets has provided a compilation of 66 stocks recommended by six brokerages for those looking for investment opportunities in 2025. The brokers have varying views on the potential of the Nifty index, with targets ranging from 28,700 to 28,800. Investors are advised to consider the long term and adopt strategies such as 'buy on dips' for positive returns.