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North Carolina cleaning business owner faces scrutiny after saying his team did not count Indian callers as potential leads/Image: Getty Images A North Carolina cleaning business owner has come under scrutiny after saying he instructed his team not to count Indian callers as potential customers, raising concerns about possible discrimination based on ethnicity.Robert Nolen wrote on X that he teaches his staff to “profile every client” and said:“They were Indian so we didn’t count them as a lead.”He also said his team had separated Indian callers and discussed changing prices to discourage them from using the business. In another post,…

Having finished top of the table at the end of the group stage, there was uncertainty about how that would impact Rockets going straight into the final. Sunrisers had played one more game just two days ago, but would have taken confidence from winning it, while Rockets had not played since Monday.In the end, it was inconsequential. Rockets dominated in every department. While Sunrisers have relied heavily on performances from the brilliant Litchfield and Sutherland, in contrast Rockets have produced more all-round quality and had unlikely stars in the likes of Phillips and Sam Bates with the ball.Bates, an uncapped…

Kolkata: The sun played hide and seek as rain came and went at Galle on Sunday, teasing both teams before scuppering the chance of a full day’s play. When the light finally faded on the second day of the first Test against Sri Lanka, India were 460/9, a substantial total although it would not have felt as big as it would have at the start of the day.India’s Dhruv Jurel celebrates his half-century on Day 2 of the first Test against Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium on Sunday. (AFP)The reason was Sri Lanka’s response. After being put under…

Your weekly horoscope is here to provide you with the insight and guidance you need to navigate the ups and downs of life. Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you.Aries:At the beginning of the week, you may be blessed by a positive Moon. The messy situations from last week are likely to disappear, allowing you to feel happier and more confident. You may help the people around you, which could enhance your status in society. Your children’s health may remain good. You may be able to resolve several issues through effective communication. You may also…

In a world where technology is changing quickly, and many professional skills can be learned online, being good at your job is no longer the only thing that matters. The everyday skills you build, such as communicating clearly, handling setbacks, thinking critically and keeping your promises, can shape how people see you and how effectively you handle challenges.These skills may seem basic, but they can make a real difference in your personal and professional life. You do not need to master all nine at once. Start with one, practice it regularly, and gradually build a set of skills that make…

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday said if his party forms the government in Uttar Pradesh in 2027, it will declare August 16 a public holiday in honour of freedom fighter Avantibai Lodhi and ensure the rights and respect of the Lodhi community.Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav (Centre) at an event held to mark Avantibai Lodhi’s anniversary in Lucknow. (Sourced)Addressing a gathering of the Lodhi community at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Lucknow on her birth anniversary, Yadav announced: “In the Samajwadi government, August 16 will be declared a holiday on the birth anniversary of Virangana Avantibai Lodhi. Celebrations and…

7 companies set to tap primary market next week The IPO market is heading into another packed week, with seven companies scheduled to come out with public issues between August 17 and 21, seeking to raise more than Rs 6,400 crore collectively.The line-up includes Horizon Industrial Parks, backed by Blackstone, jewellery retailer Lalithaa Jewellery Mart, Shankesh Jewellers, Sunshine Pictures, Gaja Alternative Asset Management, Tempsens Instruments and Augmont Enterprises.The fresh batch of issues comes after five IPOs were launched this week and three companies had already entered the market earlier this month. With the seven upcoming offerings, the number of companies…

Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday dismissed an allegation that the BJP was involved in an “assault” that led to the death of Janab Mafik, the father of CJP volunteer Shaik Abdul Hafeez, and said those named in the FIR were criminals and would face stringent action.The 25-year-old Hafeez was allegedly attacked after inspecting a government school as part of the CJP’s “School Thik Karo” campaign.Mafik died on Saturday from severe head injuries sustained during the alleged assault at the family’s residence, according to a statement from the CJP.”Of the five people against whom an FIR has…

New Delhi: Quadria Group’s healthcare venture arm, HealthQuad has has announced to invest an disclosed sum in AI-driven patient monitoring platform LifeSigns. The fresh capital will be deployed in expanding the Chennai-based startup’s international footprint across Southeast Asia and the GCC region and strengthening its AI-led technology stack through selective integrations.Founded in 2019, LifeSigns is a US FDA-approved continuous patient monitoring platform, which integrates medical grade wearable and cloud dashboard with a predictive AI engine to provide safety alters by monitoring, heart rate, respiration, temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation. It flags early signs of deterioration to enable timely clinical…

NTA had constituted a committee after receiving several complaints regarding the three papers.New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will re-conduct the UGC-NET June 2026 examinations for English, Commerce and Sociology after multiple errors were found in the question papers, with highly placed sources also confirming concerns over the answer keys of the three subjects.The re-examinations will be held on September 9 and 10, NTA said in a public notice issued on August 16. The English paper will be conducted on September 9 from 9 am to 12 noon, while Commerce will be held the same day from 3 pm…