From Malaysia allowing visa-free entry to Indians starting December 1 to updates on rescue work in the Uttarkashi tunnel, read to know more about the latest trending news in our November 27 news roundup.
Indian Golfer Aditi Ashok wins Andalucia Costa del Sol Open de Espana
Star Indian Golfer Aditi Ashok has clinched her second Ladies European Tour Tournament of 2023 by bagging the Andalucia Costa del Sol Open de Espana. Aditi went on a late charge to overtake Anne Van Dam of the Netherlands to clinch the title.
Uttarkashi Tunnel rescue: Manual drilling to start shortly, says NDMA
The National Disaster Management Authority has informed that manual drilling will soon begin in the Silkyara tunnel rescue operations, alongside the ongoing top-down drilling. It is noteworthy that a total of 41 workers are trapped in the collapsed Uttarkashi tunnel.
NMC to allow non-biology students to take NEET-UG in 2024
According to a notice issued by the National Medical Commission (NMC), even non-biology students will be able to appear for the NEET-UG 2024 exam. This means that students who have passed their 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science will also be eligible for the exam.
Visa-free entry into Malaysia for Indians throughout December
Malaysia has announced a 30-day period during which it will allow Visa-free entry to Indians and Chinese, starting December 1. With this move, Malaysia has joined Thailand and Sri Lanka, who had recently announced similar relaxations to boost tourism around New Year’s Eve.
S&P raises India’s FY24 growth forecast to 6.4% amid good domestic momentum
The S&P Global Ratings have increased India’s growth forecast for the Financial Year 2024 to 6.4%, thanks to strong domestic momentum. It is noteworthy that S&P had set India’s growth prediction at 6% amid weak exports and high food inflation.
By 2032, generative AI to replace 46% of time spent on accounting tasks in India
Thanks to its rapid growth in the country and immense potential, Generative AI is likely to replace 46% of all time spent on accounting tasks in the country, a study revealed. The study further stated that book-keeping and accounting will be the most impacted jobs by the advent of AI.
Ranbir Kapoor’s “Animal” earns ₹4 crore days before release with 1.3 lakh tickets already sold
After the movie’s trailer won heart on the internet, Ranbir Kapoor’s upcoming film ‘Animal’ has already earned ₹4 crore days before its release on December 1. Via advanced booking, a total of 1.3 lakh tickets have already been booked for the much-anticipated action flick.
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