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The Star
2 days ago
- Health
- The Star
Crosswords and Sudoku are not enough to keep your brain fit
Just doing sudoku or puzzles is very effective in keeping mentally fit as it only requires calling up information you already know. — Filepic Muscles need exercise to be strong. Your brain is no different – challenges sharpen its skills. So, to maintain mental fitness, it's important to continually take on new activities. This stimulates brain structures strongly subject to age-related processes and can help prevent dementia, according to the Alzheimer's Research Initiative (AFI), a Germany-based non-profit organisation. Taking up a new hobby, learning a foreign language or joining a local theatre group will therefore not only spice up your life, but also boost your brain. When we think of ways to train our mind, doing crosswords and Sudoku puzzles often come to mind. But they're not very effective, the AFI says, because they only require you to call up information you already know. Watching television isn't mentally demanding either. This can't be said, however, about reading, doing jigsaw puzzles or playing parlour games. Listening to music, making music and dancing to music also stimulates the brain. The AFI recommends that you not listen to the same songs over and over, but frequently change your personal playlist, giving your brain more variety. ALSO READ: Make music to keep the brain healthy Cultivating old friendships and building new ones not only pays emotional dividends, but mental ones too – social contact, conversing, and reading your interlocutor's facial expressions and body language all exercise your brain. ALSO READ: Be social for your brain (and ward off dementia) Breaking up routines is beneficial as well. 'When you take a walk, run errands or go on an excursion in your area, choose unfamiliar routes and destinations,' suggests Alexandra Borchard-Becker, a consultant with Germany's Consumer Initiative Association. Other things you can do for more variety include brushing your teeth with your non-dominant hand or going to an unaccustomed shop or supermarket for your grocery shopping. – dpa
Business Upturn
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Upturn
ASK Automotive enters JV with Germany's TDH to manufacture sunroof control cables for passenger vehicles
By Aman Shukla Published on June 26, 2025, 15:33 IST ASK Automotive Limited has officially entered into a Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) with Germany-based T.D. Holding GMBH (TDH) for the production and marketing of sunroof control cables and helix cables for passenger vehicles. This move follows board approval on June 25, 2025, and marks a strategic collaboration to tap into the growing demand for advanced automotive components in India. The new joint venture company (JV Co.), to be incorporated in India, will focus on supplying these specialized components to OEMs, Original Equipment Suppliers, and Tier 1 suppliers in the Indian automotive market. Under the agreement, TDH will hold a 51% stake in the JV Co., while ASK will own 49%. The board of directors for the JV Co. will comprise five members, with ASK nominating two and TDH three. TDH will also contribute its technical expertise and manufacturing know-how to the venture, ensuring global-quality standards in product development. Both parties have confirmed there are no related party concerns or conflicts of interest, although two directors will be common to both ASK and the JV Co. This partnership reflects ASK Automotive's commitment to expanding its product offerings and deepening its presence in the high-precision component segment, especially for the evolving needs of India's passenger vehicle industry. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Intel announces major restructuring for July 2025: Department closures and 20% job cuts expected
Intel layoffs in July 2025: Intel lays off automotive staff as the chip giant prepares another wave of job cuts following the shutdown of its automotive division this July under CEO Lip‑Bu Tan's restructuring plan . Intel confirmed that over 100 employees in Santa Clara will be notified under California's WARN Act. At the same time, the full automotive unit—centered in Munich—is being wound down, with most staff set to lose roles. The move comes amid a wider industry cost‑cutting drive and follows May's 15–20 % reduction plans across manufacturing and foundry teams. As Intel refocuses on core chips and data-center architecture, this latest cut highlights tensions between innovation ambitions and harsh economic realities. Read on to see who's affected—and why this pivot matters for the semiconductor landscape. Why is Intel doing layoffs? As part of its continuous cost-cutting and restructuring plan, which is being spearheaded by the company's new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, Intel has started to lay off workers in California. According to a CRN report, 107 Intel employees who work in the company's Santa Clara headquarters would be impacted by the layoffs. A report made by California's WARN Act, which requires notice when 50 or more employees are laid off within 30 days, revealed the job losses, which are set to start on July 15. Which department will Intel shut down? Intel is closing its Munich, Germany-based automotive chip division. Jack Weast, a veteran of Intel, led the division that developed software-defined vehicle systems. Most of the unit's workers are anticipated to lose their employment. Have the Employees been informed about the layoffs by Intel? The company has informed affected employees that they will receive nine weeks of pay and benefits in addition to a 60-day notice period or a shorter four-week notice period. In contrast, the California layoffs are part of a larger wave anticipated to affect Intel's global factory operations in mid-July, when the corporation is anticipated to lay off an additional 20% of its personnel. The layoffs came after Tan declared that 15–20% of Intel's employees would be let go to optimize operations. The layoffs affect numerous engineering positions essential to Intel's chip development. These include cloud software architects, logic and product development experts, and physical design engineers. Additionally, other top leadership positions are being abolished, including vice presidents of IT, business leads, and engineering managers. Workers at the Santa Clara location focus on design projects for CPUs and GPUs. Intel will also cut up to 20% of its production workforce, according to an internal memo that The Oregonian got earlier this month. The company's internal chip production section, a crucial part of its foundry business, is anticipated to be the most severely impacted. For the latest and more interesting tech news, keep reading Indiatimes Tech.
Business Standard
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
AbhiBus (ixigo's bus biz) partners with CheckMyBus to simplify bus travel in India
AbhiBus (ixigo's bus business), one of India's leading online bus ticketing platforms, has entered into a partnership with CheckMyBus, a Germany-based global intercity bus metasearch engine. Through this collaboration, CheckMyBus will integrate AbhiBus's extensive network of 4,000+ bus operators and 3.5 lakh+ routes across India, making it easier than ever for both international and domestic travellers to search and book intercity and last-mile bus journeys across the country. CheckMyBus operates in over 90 countries, across 21 local domains and 12 languages, offering a one-stop comparison platform for intercity transport. With this integration, travellers from around the world can now access India's vast and diverse bus network on a global platform, gaining visibility into routes, schedules and prices alongside other modes of transport. Speaking on this, Rohit Sharma, COO, AbhiBus, said, This partnership is a major leap towards making India's extensive bus network more accessible to the world. By integrating with CheckMyBus, we're opening doors for international travellers to explore India with confidence, from the moment they land, all the way to their final stop. With Indian bus routes now globally discoverable, we're simplifying travel across the country and helping global explorers navigate it more affordably and effortlessly."
Business Upturn
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Upturn
ASK Automotive shares jump over 4% today after board approves joint venture with T.D. Holding for sunroof control cables
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on June 26, 2025, 09:26 IST Shares of ASK Automotive surged over 4% on Wednesday, June 26, hitting ₹521.50 on the NSE following a key corporate announcement. The company informed exchanges that its board has approved entering into a joint venture with Germany-based T.D. Holding GMBH to manufacture, market, and sell sunroof control cables and helix cables for passenger vehicles. As per the filing, ASK Automotive will hold a 49% stake in the new Joint Venture Company (JV Co.), investing up to ₹2.45 crore in one or more tranches. An initial infusion of ₹49 lakh will be made at the time of incorporation of the JV Co., with the remaining 51% stake to be owned by T.D. Holding. The move reflects ASK Automotive's strategic aim to diversify into emerging automotive component segments. The company will make further detailed disclosures after signing the joint venture agreement (JVA), as required under SEBI regulations. At 9:24 AM, ASK Automotive shares were trading 4.11% higher at ₹521.50. The stock's 52-week range stands between ₹333.30 and ₹525. Market capitalization is currently around ₹10,288 crore. Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Always conduct your own research or consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions. Author or Business Upturn is not liable for any losses arising from the use of this information. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
