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Comedy duo “Magical Lovely” stirs anticipation On the 21st, Tokyo played host to a spectacular event featuring comedy duo “Magical Lovely” members Noda Crystal (38) and Murakami (40). Held at Shinjuku Sumitomo Building’s Triangle Plaza, this special occasion was the “M-1 Grand Prix 2024 Eve Festival – 20th SPECIAL LIVE.” The stage was set for a showdown Anticipation reached a fever pitch as fans awaited the finals of the “M-1 Grand Prix,” Japan’s premiere manzai championship, with a grand prize of 10 million yen. The event gathered past winners like Westland (2022), Nishikigoi (2021), Magical Lovely (2020), and others, alongside finalists. An enthusiastic crowd, eager for the exciting competition, filled the venue, where the loser revival round took place before the ultimate contest. Recalling unforgettable performances Audience members had previously submitted questions, including inquiries on the most memorable “M-1” performances. Reflecting on iconic acts, Magical Lovely fondly recalled laughs from “Tutorial’s BBQ” and “Milk Boy’s Cornflakes”. However, Noda confidently claimed, with applause underscoring his words, that their own act was unrivaled in humor. A peek behind the scenes on the eve of the finals Inquiring about pre-final rituals, “Nishikigoi” Watanabe Takashi (46) candidly shared his night involved a typical outing, hinting at a visit to a mature entertainment pub. His partner, Hasegawa Masaki (53), revealed a late-night routine watching UFO-related YouTube videos, staying true to form until the early hours. This glimpse into the lively M-1 Grand Prix highlights the undying passion and humor that grips fans and comedians alike. Behind the Laughter: Insights into the M-1 Grand Prix Phenomenon The M-1 Grand Prix is more than just a comedy competition in Japan—it’s a cultural event that captivates audiences and offers a stage for comedic innovation and excellence. As the competition grows in popularity, it is essential to explore its impact, the dynamic format, and what sets it apart from other entertainment events. Pros and Cons of the M-1 Grand Prix Format One of the significant advantages of the M-1 Grand Prix is its ability to discover and propel new talent into the national spotlight. This competition is a platform for comedians to showcase their uniqueness and comedic edge, often leading to varied entertainment opportunities. However, some critics argue that the high-pressure environment can stifle creativity, pushing comedians to prioritize audience-friendly jokes over more avant-garde performances. Innovations in Japanese Comedy Japanese comedy, particularly in formats like the M-1 Grand Prix, is known for its fast pace and wordplay characteristic of “manzai” duos. Contestants continuously innovate by leveraging digital platforms to refine and rehearse their performances, engaging with global comedic trends to appeal to both local and international audiences. Security Aspects and Audience Experience Security measures at events like the M-1 Grand Prix are stringent, ensuring a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all attendees. With large crowds expected, organizers implement comprehensive safety protocols, including crowd control measures and emergency response plans. Sustainability and Future of the M-1 Grand Prix As the entertainment industry faces calls for sustainability, the M-1 Grand Prix is exploring eco-friendly practices. From reducing waste at events to utilizing energy-efficient technologies, the competition is aligning with broader sustainability goals. Fans and organizers alike are keen to see how these initiatives will unfold in future festivals. Predictions for Upcoming Competitions The M-1 Grand Prix continues to evolve, with predictions indicating a shift towards more diverse comedic styles and storytelling techniques in upcoming years. As new comedic voices emerge, the competition will likely broaden its appeal and reinforce its status as a cornerstone of Japanese entertainment. For more about Japanese culture and entertainment, visit Japan Travel.Manmohan Singh: technocrat who became India's accidental PM

ISTANBUL Turkish Airlines' new routes to Australia are vital for the development and expansion of the country’s relations with Türkiye, said the consul-general of Australia in Istanbul. "We not only have people-to-people links that are refreshed and brought closer; the number of people that can travel directly is much further expanded," Tony Huber told Anadolu. "You’re seeing a lot of tourists both ways. You’re seeing a lot of businesspeople that are making their way now, and you’re also seeing a general business expanding between the two in different areas, services related," he said. Huber predicted that as familiarity between the two countries grows, prospective investment opportunities will surpass those of the past. At the end of November, Turkish Airlines began flying to Sydney — the air carrier's second destination in the country after Melbourne. Huber said Turkish Airlines’ connections offer the biggest network in the world, adding: "I think that Australian businesses see the opportunities." ⁠Trade relations On bilateral trade and economic ties, Huber said the trade level between Australia and Türkiye is rather modest, and that reflects the distance between the two countries and the fact that there are many other countries that Australia is supplying that are closer to it. But that paradigm is changing, and now the parties are seeing around 2-3 billion Australian dollars ($1.28 billion to $1.92 billion) in trade, and it is roughly balanced. "Last year, we had an increase in agriculture exports, and that reflected the fact that there were competitive and seasonal products that Türkiye needed at the time, and Türkiye has products evenly based across a wide range that are being sent to Australia," he said. There are also new areas of business that Türkiye is engaging with Australia in within the services area, and one of those is aviation, he underlined. He said cargo flights are also in the cards for business relations between Türkiye and Australia. Turkish Airlines is aware of the available slot range, and despite some residual restrictions delaying shipments in certain areas, the skies are largely open, offering numerous opportunities and substantial capacity, he emphasized. Turkish Airlines is serving many routes that Australia has not, he said. He recalled that Australia has a new airport, Western Sydney Airport, which is due to open next year that is interested along with the country's other major airports in supplying air freight. "So we have air freight connectivity. We have all the features," he added. ⁠Istanbul hub for Australian businesses Türkiye is advanced in manufacturing and services, and it is taking its strength into new areas of business that it was not doing before and reduces its reliance on other countries, Huber said. Australia is also a great supplier of food and commodities, and it is a particularly fortunate country in terms of supplies of some of the critical minerals that are needed to help fuel the change to green-friendly process to economies all around the world, he stressed. "I think that certainly Türkiye and Australia have complementarity," he noted. On the other hand, Türkiye has become an important market and Australia has some very great strengths, he said. "We hope that we can develop new links with Türkiye, not only in the supply of the minerals themselves, but in the services and the knowledge that we have," he added. Last year, Australia had only hundreds of students from Türkiye, but since the direct flights were implemented, the country has seen an expansion to around 6,000 or 7,000 students from Türkiye, he said. "Istanbul as a hub, I think it will come on the agenda a lot more than had been in the past. "Old shipping is much slower, but the connection that Istanbul offers, with I think around 340 destinations, really does open up opportunities for Australian businesses to link to those other parts of the world," he added. Touching on energy field, Huber said there are great opportunities between the two countries, as Australia has vast reserves of gas and Türkiye has gas pipelines which pass through it. "So we are all participants in the supply chain of the energy market," he said. For both countries' efficiency, the technology can be shared, he added.

( MENAFN - IANS) Kuwait City, Dec 22 (IANS) In a special gesture, Kuwait's Prime Minister sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah came to see off PM Modi at the airport Sunday evening as he wrapped up his historic two-day visit to the West Asian country and left for India. "Thank you Kuwait! This visit was historic and will greatly enhance our bilateral relations. I thank the government and people of Kuwait for their warmth. I also thank the PM of Kuwait for the special gesture of coming to the airport for the see-off," PM Modi posted on X just before his departure. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi held back-to-back meetings with the country's Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah besides holding bilateral discussions with the country's PM Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. "Held fruitful discussions with HH Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah, the Prime Minister of Kuwait. Our talks covered the full range of India-Kuwait relations, including trade, commerce, people-to-people ties and more. Key MoUs and Agreements were also exchanged, which will add strength to bilateral relations," said PM Modi. According to the Prime Minister's Office, the two leaders discussed a roadmap to strengthen the strategic partnership in areas including political, trade, investment, energy, defence, security, health, education, technology, cultural, and people-to-people ties. "They emphasised on deepening economic cooperation between the two countries. The Prime Minister invited a delegation comprising the Kuwaiti Investment Authority and other stakeholders to visit India to look at new opportunities in the fields of energy, defence, medical devices, pharma, food parks, among others. The leaders also discussed cooperation in traditional medicine and agricultural research," read a statement issued by the PMO after the meeting. "They welcomed the recent signing of the Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC) under which new Joint Working Groups in the areas of trade, investment, education, technology, agriculture, security and culture have been set up in addition to the existing JWGs on Health, Manpower and Hydrocarbons," it added. Both leaders also witnessed the signing and exchange of bilateral agreements and MoUs after the talks. It included an MoU on defence cooperation, cultural exchange programme, an executive programme on cooperation in the field of sports and the framework agreement on Kuwait joining the International Solar Alliance. In what was the first meeting between the two leaders, Prime Minister Modi met and the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah held discussions at the Bayan Palace and re-affirmed their full commitment to further expand and deepen bilateral cooperation while agreeing to elevate the bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership. The leaders recalled the strong historical and friendly ties between the two countries with PM Modi thanking the Amir for ensuring the well-being of over one million strong Indian community in Kuwait. The Amir also expressed appreciation for the contribution of the large and vibrant Indian community in Kuwait's development. "Excellent meeting with His Highness the Emir of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. We discussed cooperation in key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, IT, fintech, infrastructure and security. In line with the close relations between our two countries, we have elevated our partnership to a strategic level and I am optimistic that our friendship will flourish further in the future," the Prime Minister said. The PM appreciated the new initiatives being undertaken by Kuwait to fulfill its Vision 2035 and congratulated the Amir for successfully holding the GCC Summit earlier this month. Reciprocating Prime Minister's sentiments, the Amir expressed appreciation for India's role as a valued partner in Kuwait and the Gulf region and looked forward to greater role and contribution of India towards realisation of Kuwait Vision 2035. The Amir of Kuwait also conferred upon Prime Minister Modi 'The Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer', the highest national award of Kuwait. PM Modi dedicated the award to the long-standing friendship between India and Kuwait, to the Indian community in Kuwait and to the 1.4 billion people of India. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the conferment of the award - instituted in 1974 and conferred only on select global leaders - on the historic visit of a Prime Minister of India to Kuwait after 43 years added a "special meaning" to the occasion. PM Modi also met with Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, the Crown Prince of the State of Kuwait. Both leaders had also met on the margins of the UNGA session in September, earlier this year. "Prime Minister conveyed that India attaches utmost importance to its bilateral relations with Kuwait. The leaders acknowledged that bilateral relations were progressing well and welcomed their elevation to a Strategic Partnership. They emphasised on close coordination between both sides in the UN and other multilateral fora. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that India-GCC relations will be further strengthened under the Presidency of Kuwait," said PM Modi. MENAFN22122024000231011071ID1109021429 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.

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Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh has died at the age of 92. Singh was one of India's longest-serving prime ministers and he was considered the architect of key liberalising economic reforms, as premier from 2004-2014 and before that as finance minister. He had been admitted to a hospital in the capital Delhi after his health condition deteriorated, reports say. Singh was the first Indian leader since Jawaharlal Nehru to be re-elected after serving a full first term, and the first Sikh to hold the country's top post. He made a public apology in parliament for the 1984 riots in which some 3,000 Sikhs were killed. But his second term in office was marred by a string of corruption allegations that dogged his administration. The scandals, many say, were partially responsible for his Congress party's crushing defeat in the 2014 general election. Singh was born on 26 September 1932, in a desolate village in the Punjab province of undivided India, which lacked both water and electricity. After attending Panjab University he took a master's degree at the University of Cambridge and then a DPhil at Oxford. While studying at Cambridge, the lack of funds bothered Singh, his daughter, Daman Singh, wrote in a book on her parents. "His tuition and living expenses came to about £600 a year. The Panjab University scholarship gave him about £160. For the rest he had to depend on his father. Manmohan was careful to live very stingily. Subsidised meals in the dining hall were relatively cheap at two shillings sixpence." Daman Singh remembered her father as "completely helpless about the house and could neither boil an egg, nor switch on the television". Singh rose to political prominence as India's finance minister in 1991, taking over as the country was plunging into bankruptcy. His unexpected appointment capped a long and illustrious career as an academic and civil servant - he served as an economic adviser to the government, and became the governor of India's central bank. In his maiden speech as finance minister he famously quoted Victor Hugo, saying that "no power on Earth can stop an idea whose time has come". That served as a launchpad for an ambitious and unprecedented economic reform programme: he cut taxes, devalued the rupee, privatised state-run companies and encouraged foreign investment. The economy revived, industry picked up, inflation was checked and growth rates remained consistently high in the 1990s. Manmohan Singh was a man acutely aware of his lack of a political base. "It is nice to be a statesman, but in order to be a statesman in a democracy you first have to win elections," he once said. When he tried to win election to India's lower house in 1999, he was defeated. He sat instead in the upper house, chosen by his own Congress party. The same happened in 2004, when Singh was first appointed prime minister after Congress president Sonia Gandhi turned down the post - apparently to protect the party from damaging attacks over her Italian origins. Critics however alleged that Sonia Gandhi was the real source of power while he was prime minister, and that he was never truly in charge. The biggest triumph during his first five-year term was to bring India out of nuclear isolation by signing a landmark deal securing access to American nuclear technology. But the deal came at a price - the government's Communist allies withdrew support after protesting against it, and Congress had to make up lost numbers by enlisting the support of another party amid charges of vote-buying. A consensus builder, Singh presided over a coalition of sometimes difficult, assertive and potentially unruly regional coalition allies and supporters. Although he earned respect for his integrity and intelligence, he also had a reputation for being soft and indecisive. Some critics claimed that the pace of reform slowed and he failed to achieve the same momentum he had while finance minister. When Singh guided Congress to a second, decisive election victory in 2009, he vowed that the party would "rise to the occasion". But the gloss soon began to wear off and his second term was in the news mostly for all the wrong reasons: several scandals involving his cabinet ministers which allegedly cost the country billions of dollars, a parliament stalled by the opposition, and a huge policy paralysis that resulted in a serious economic downturn. LK Advani, a senior leader in the rival BJP party, called Singh India's "weakest prime minister". Manmohan Singh defended his record, saying his government had worked with "utmost commitment and dedication for the country and the welfare of its people". Singh adopted the pragmatic foreign policies pursued by his two predecessors. He continued the peace process with Pakistan - though this process was hampered by attacks blamed on Pakistani militants, culminating in the Mumbai gun and bomb attack of November 2008. He tried to end the border dispute with China, brokering a deal to reopen the Nathu La pass into Tibet which had been closed for more than 40 years. Singh increased financial support for Afghanistan and became the first Indian leader to visit the country for nearly 30 years. He also angered many opposition politicians by appearing to end relations with India's old ally, Iran. A studious former academic and bureaucrat, he was known for being self-effacing and always kept a low profile. His social media account was noted mostly for dull entries and had a limited number of followers. A man of few words, his calm demeanour nevertheless won him many admirers. Responding to questions on a coal scandal involving the illegal allocation of licences worth billions of dollars, he defended his silence on the issue by saying it was "better than thousands of answers". In 2015 he was summoned to appear in court to answer allegations of criminal conspiracy, breach of trust and corruption related offences. An upset Singh told reporters that he was "open for legal scrutiny" and that the "truth will prevail". After his time as premier, Singh remained deeply engaged with the issues of the day as a senior leader of the main opposition Congress party despite his advancing age. In August 2020, he told the BBC in a rare interview that India needed to take three steps "immediately" to stem the economic damage of the coronavirus pandemic, which had sent the country's economy into a recession. The government needed to provide direct cash assistance to people, make capital available for businesses, and fix the financial sector, he said. History will remember Singh for bringing India out of economic and nuclear isolation, although some historians may suggest he should have retired earlier. "I honestly believe that history will be kinder to me than the contemporary media, or for that matter, the opposition parties in parliament," he told an interviewer in 2014. Singh is survived by his wife and three daughters.

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Deion: Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter insured for bowl gameNews summary Third quarter revenue of $24.4 billion , up 10% year over year Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) revenue of $11.4 billion , up 34% year over year, with servers and networking revenue of $7.4 billion , up 58% Client Solutions Group (CSG) revenue of $12.1 billion , down 1% year over year, with commercial client revenue up 3% at $10.1 billion Diluted earnings per share of $1.58 , up 16% year over year, and non-GAAP diluted earnings per share of $2.15 , up 14% ROUND ROCK, Texas , Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Full story Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL ) announces financial results for its fiscal 2025 third quarter. Revenue was $24.4 billion , up 10% year over year. Operating income was $1.7 billion and non-GAAP operating income was $2.2 billion , both up 12% year over year. Diluted earnings per share was $1.58 , and non-GAAP diluted earnings per share was $2.15, up 16% and 14% year over year, respectively. "We continued to build on our AI leadership and momentum, delivering combined ISG and CSG revenue of $23.5 billion , up 13% year over year," said Yvonne McGill , chief financial officer, Dell Technologies. "Our continued focus on profitability resulted in EPS growth that outpaced revenue growth, and we again delivered strong cash performance." Cash flow from operations was $1.6 billion , and Dell ended the quarter with $6.6 billion in cash and investments. Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results Information about Dell Technologies' use of non-GAAP financial information is provided under "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" below. All comparisons in this press release are year over year unless otherwise noted. Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) delivered record third-quarter revenue of $11.4 billion , up 34% year over year. Servers and networking revenue was $7.4 billion, up 58%, with demand growth across AI and traditional servers. Storage revenue was $4.0 billion , up 4%. Operating income was $1.5 billion . "AI is a robust opportunity for us with no signs of slowing down," said Jeff Clarke , vice chairman and chief operating officer, Dell Technologies. "Interest in our portfolio is at an all-time high, driving record AI server orders demand of $3.6 billion in Q3 and a pipeline that grew more than 50%, with growth across all customer types." Client Solutions Group (CSG) delivered third quarter revenue of $12.1 billion , down 1% year over year. Commercial client revenue was up 3% at $10.1 billion , and Consumer revenue was $2.0 billion , down 18%. Operating income was $694 million . Operating Segments Results Conference call information As previously announced, the company will hold a conference call to discuss its performance and financial guidance on Nov. 26 at 3:30 p.m. CST . 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ROME — Pope Francis inaugurated his Holy Year at Rome's main prison on Thursday, bringing a message of hope to inmates and involving them in the Catholic Church's once every quarter-century celebration that is expected to bring about 32 million pilgrims to Rome. Francis stood up from his wheelchair, knocked on the door to the chapel at Rebibbia prison and walked across the threshold, reenacting the gesture he performed at the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica two nights earlier on Christmas Eve. The opening of the Holy Door at the basilica officially kicked off the Jubilee year, a church tradition dating to 1300 that nowadays occurs every 25 years and involves the faithful coming to Rome on pilgrimages. "The first Holy Door I opened at Christmas in St. Peter's. I wanted the second one to be here, in a prison," Francis told the Rebibbia inmates before he entered. "I wanted each of us here, inside and out, to have the possibility of throwing open the door of our hearts and understanding that hope doesn't disappoint." Francis dedicated the 2025 Jubilee to hope and made clear that prisoners would be an important part of it: The final grand event of the Jubilee is a special Mass for inmates at St. Peter's on Dec. 14, 2025. Francis has long made prison ministry an important part of his priestly vocation and has made several visits to Rebibbia since becoming pope in 2013 while also including prison visits in many of his foreign trips. His message is always one of hope, believing that people who are serving prison sentences need something to look forward to more than most. That is especially true in Italy, where prison overcrowding and inmate suicides are at record highs, according to the Antigone Association, which tracks prison conditions. According to Antigone's 2024 report, 88 prisoners killed themselves in Italian lockups this year — more than any other year — and Italy's inmate population was 132% over the system's capacity. In a statement Thursday, Antigone called on Italian authorities to hear Francis' appeal to give prisoners hope. It called for structural reforms that put into practice the constitutional principles of "a punishment that is dignified, humane and looks to the social reintegration of those who are in prison." In his homily, Francis suggested the prisoners think of hope as an anchor that is fixed on the ground and that they try to hold tight to the rope that is attached to it, even if it sometimes hurts their hands. "Hold onto the rope of hope, hold onto the anchor," Francis said. "Never let it go." Speaking to reporters outside, Francis recalled that whenever he speaks to prisoners, the first thing he always asks himself is "why them and not me." "Because we all can fall, the important thing is to not lose hope, to hold onto that anchor of hope," he said. Back at the Vatican for his noon blessing, Francis called prison "a cathedral of pain and hope" as he repeated his message. He also doubled down on his 2025 wish for peace in the world and for wealthy countries to reduce or eliminate the debt owed by poorer countries. "One of the things that characterizes Jubilees is the remission of debts," Francis said, calling the debts owed by many poor countries simply "unsustainable." Francis' outing to Rebibbia on a frigid morning was his final big event of the week after he celebrated Christmas Eve Mass on Tuesday evening at St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his Christmas Day blessing from the loggia overlooking the square. The 88-year-old pope, who often suffers from respiratory infections in winter, has a few days to rest before gearing up for the New Year's Eve vigil and Mass the following day. With the St. Peter's Holy Door now open to the public, a steady stream of pilgrims was filing into the basilica, a pace that is expected to continue through next year until the door closes on Jan. 6, 2026. Francis' 2025 involves a dizzying calendar of Jubilee events that will sorely test his stamina, with special Jubilee Masses for all the main groups of pilgrims who are being celebrated during the year: Adolescents, migrants, teachers and law enforcement, among others. So far, he has only one foreign trip under study: A May visit to Turkey to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, Christianity's first ecumenical council.METAIRIE, La. (AP) — If Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi has any definite ideas about who'll play quarterback for New Orleans against Washington on Sunday, he's not ready to share that information. Rizzi maintained on Wednesday that there's still a chance that Derek Carr could clear the concussion protocol and function well enough with his injured, non-throwing left hand to return against the Commanders. Meanwhile, reserve QBs Jake Haener and Spencer Rattler split first-team snaps during Wednesday's practice, which Carr missed, Rizzi said. “We're not going to name a starter right now,” said Rizzi, who also made a point of noting that Carr would not be placed on the club's injured reserve list and would not need surgery. “We're going to see how that progression plays out, first with Derek and then obviously with Jake and Spencer.” Carr, whose latest injury occurred when he tried to dive for a first down during Sunday's 14-11 victory over the New York Giants , has already missed three starts this season because of a separate, oblique injury. New Orleans lost all three of those games, with Rattler, a rookie, starting and Haener, a second-year pro, serving as the backup. In his three starts, Rattler completed 59 of 99 passes (59.6%) for 571 yards, one TD and two interceptions. Haener has gotten sporadic work this season in relief of both Carr and Rattler, completing 14 of 29 passes (48.3%) for 177 yards and one TD without an interception. Rizzi said he finds the 6-foot-1 Haener and 6-foot Rattler “very similar in a lot of ways," adding that whichever of those two might play “doesn't change a whole bunch" in terms of game-planning. “They're both similar-size guys. Their athletic ability is very similar,” Rizzi said. “They're similar-style quarterbacks. We're not dealing with opposites on the spectrum.” The Saints also signed another QB this week — Ben DiNucci — to help take scout team snaps at practice, now that Rattler and Haener are not as available to do that while competing to possibly start if Carr is indeed unable to play. The Saints (5-8) have won three of four games since Rizzi took over following the firing of coach Dennis Allen. That allowed New Orleans to remain alive in the NFC South Division, currently led by Tampa Bay (7-6). Rizzi said Carr has not had any setbacks this week in terms of progressing through the NFL's concussion protocol. “By the end of the week, if's he's not able to get any reps in any form or fashion, then obviously we'll go with one of the other guys,” Rizzi said. NOTES: RB Alvin Kamara did not practice on Wednesday because of an illness. ... WR Chris Olave, who is out indefinitely because of concussions this season, has returned to meetings at Saints headquarters. He as not, however, made plans to return to practice yet because he still plans to meet first with neurological specialists to try to assess the risks of returning to action during what's left of this season. 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Global Customer Effort Score (CES) Software Market Size, Share and Forecast By Key Players-Wootric,Delighted,Zonka Technologies,Boast,SurveySensumBengaluru - The Indian government is reportedly looking to relax some conditions for Mr Elon Musk’s satellite high-speed internet company, suggesting that Starlink might soon obtain regulatory approval to operate in India after a marathon pursuit. Data security concerns and pushback from domestic telecom companies have delayed Starlink’s approval since 2021, when it opened an Indian subsidiary and accepted pre-registrations but was warned by India not to do so without a licence. Decisions have been complicated by Mr Musk’s close relationship with incoming US president Donald Trump, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government wary of upsetting the politically influential billionaire. India is also keen for Mr Musk to fulfil his promise of building a factory in the country for his Tesla electric cars. The American company’s impending arrival in the world’s second-largest telecommunications market could transform the provision of fast, affordable, and reliable internet to underserved regions in India, particularly in remote areas. Some 37 per cent of the 1.4 billion people in India are still without internet access , according to EY-Parthenon, a consulting company. Unlike terrestrial internet providers, which rely on cables or fibre-optic infrastructure, satellite connectivity is ideal for reaching rural, remote, or hilly areas where laying cables is impractical or too expensive. Starlink is already operating in more than 100 countries and has capabilities that are superior to its rivals, but it has not been straightforward to get a foot in India’s door. In October, India’s Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said Starlink must address the government’s security concerns before licence approval is given to the satellite-based internet service launched by Mr Musk’s aerospace company, SpaceX. India’s National Security Directive on the Telecommunications Sector (NSDTS) mandates that telecom service providers procure and deploy trusted product or components from trusted sources only. Starlink has requested exemptions from certain provisions, citing technical limitations, to operate in India. Experts said that India would relax only some restrictions. “It’s not unusual for telecom operators to get exemptions or interim exemptions from NSDTS (so that they can use the equipment), especially for something that is non-critical, as long as they promise to comply with it later,” said telecom and public policy consultant, Mr Prasanto K. Roy. But he added that the Indian government’s greater concern would be about satellite calls that it cannot intercept in case of a security threat. “Starlink would have to provide government agencies call data records on demand, and pass all calls through a gateway located in India that would also allow interception if legally demanded,” said Mr Roy. Starlink’s exact licensing terms are not known publicly. The Ministry of Communications and SpaceX did not respond to ST’s queries. Mr Musk’s appointment to a US government department in Mr Trump’s future administration worries some experts in India, as the businessman is now a political individual. As an American company, Starlink would already be governed by the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America (RISA) Act, which allows the US government to gain access to data in the satellite spectrum, noted Mr Nikhil Pahwa, founder of the website MediaNama, which analyses technology and telecom policy. “Someone who might potentially be able to use the companies he owns for political gain is someone we need to think twice about,” he said. Mr Pahwa added that “internet connectivity must be neutral”. Satellite communication is a small, niche sector in India. It currently stands at US$2.3 billion (S$3 billion) a year, but a KPMG India report expects it to reach US$20 billion by 2028. While the Elon Musk-led Starlink and Amazon’s Project Kuiper await Indian government operating approvals, the two Indian telecom companies that control 80 per cent of the terrestrial internet market have already received authorisations to launch their own satellite-based internet services. In November 2023, Bharti Group-backed OneWeb India received authorisation to launch French operator Eutelsat’s commercial satellite broadband services. In June 2024, Jio Satellite Communications, a joint venture between Luxembourg-based SES Astra and Mr Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio, also received approval to offer satellite connectivity. But analysts believe that technically, Starlink has a significant advantage over other satellite communication providers, not just in India but globally. Non-profit orbital data tracker CelesTrak said that SES operates 38 medium-earth orbit satellites at a high altitude, beaming signals to receivers that provide internet connectivity. Eutelsat OneWeb’s network features more than 630 satellites at 1,200km above earth in low orbit. In comparison, as of September 2024, Starlink had 6,426 low-earth orbit satellites at some 550km from the planet’s surface, offering faster service. SpaceX plans to eventually have as many as 42,000 satellites as part of its ‘megaconstellation’. Not only is Mr Musk in a better position today to dominate satellite connectivity, but analysts also expect him to adopt aggressive pricing policies like he did in Kenya, where Starlink charged customers US$10 per month as opposed to US$120 in the US. Mr Musk’s immense wealth would allow him to take some initial losses from discounts on Starlink installation kits or monthly bills, some experts said. This could undercut domestic competitors in a price sensitive Indian market. Mr Gareth Owen, associate director at research firm Counterpoint, however, told Reuters that some of the fears about Mr Musk might be overstated, as “terrestrial networks will always be less expensive (and) businesses will never switch completely to satellite”. Starlink’s competitors in India are doing all they can to prevent or delay its entry to the market. Mr Ambani, whose Reliance Jio leads the Indian market, is calling for an auction to allocate satellite spectrum or airwaves, like India does for terrestrial internet, while Mr Musk is happy with administrative allocation, or direct licensing by the government, as is now the case. Unlike terrestrial spectrum used for mobile communications, satellite spectrum has no national territorial limits and is a globally shared resource. The efficient allocation of satellite spectrum is overseen globally by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a UN agency. “As a signatory to the ITU Treaty, India is bound by its international standard of administratively allocating spectrum,” said Mr Roy. Most countries follow direct allocations, but the US did conduct auctions for allocating spectrum along orbital slots in 2004. When this turned out not to be feasible, it reverted to administrative allocations. The country now charges annual regulatory and licence fees. The Indian government changed the telecommunication law in 2023 to require an administrative allocation of satellite spectrum. In October, Telecom Minister Scindia indicated that the government would administratively allocate satellite spectrum to Starlink in keeping with global practice. Jio expressed concerns in a Nov 15 letter to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India that a direct allocation would not create a level-playing field. Starlink reportedly said in its submission, however, that the Indian operators were “transparently self-serving”. Experts agree on the need for internet access to remote areas and greater competition in the Indian telecom sector dominated by a duopoly, but are divided on how licences should be given. Mr Roy said that an administrative allocation for satellite spectrum “made more sense” because “auctions are expensive, and ultimately the cost will be transferred to the consumer”. But, given the country’s history of corruption and arbitrariness in the allocation of 2G spectrum, some believe that auctions are the best model for India. In fact, the Supreme Court in 2012 cancelled the allocation of terrestrial spectrum licences in favour of auctions, to limit the discretionary powers of the government. The court rejected a government petition in May 2024 to clarify if the verdict also applied to satellite spectrum. “It’s a lesson India learnt, and we should not go back on that. Administrative allocation lacks transparency, and leaves room for discretion and corruption. Auctions are the most transparent, corruption-free and apolitical way to make a decision,” said Mr Pahwa. Vodafone Idea, Airtel and the Cellular Operators Association of India advocate a differentiated pricing strategy, where spectrum should be auctioned when serving urban areas to level the playing field with terrestrial networks which compete there, while administrative pricing could apply only for remote areas with fewer commercial players to improve access while keep prices there low. He added that auctions in the past created healthy competition as it allowed many new players to enter the market, like Norwegian operator Telenor, Russian telco Systema, and the UAE’s Etisalat. Mr Musk’s unfulfilled promise of a Tesla factory in India also hangs in the balance. There were hurried developments since 2021 as Tesla tried to reduce import duties on its electric cars, and even set up an office in Pune, but after Mr Musk cancelled a much-touted visit to India in 2024, talks have stalled. “We know that India is under pressure to give Starlink the right to provide internet access in exchange for a Tesla factory it has long wanted. But allocation of a public resource like spectrum should not be a trade, or a political or geopolitical decision,” Mr Pahwa warned.Trump's 25% tariff would be devastating for Canada — but it would be devastating for the U.S. too, economists say