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Wall Street Journal
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Wall Street Journal
‘The Party's Interests Comes First' Review: First-Generation Revolutionary
Joseph Torigian, a young scholar of both Communist Chinese and Soviet politics, has written a masterly biography of Xi Zhongxun, the father of China's present-day president, Xi Jinping. 'The Party's Interests Come First' is a scrupulously researched and keenly perceptive account of an important but, in the West, little-known historical figure. Mr. Torigian's first book, 'Prestige, Manipulation, and Coercion' (2022), revealed the pathological court politics that prevailed after the deaths of Joseph Stalin in the U.S.S.R. and Mao Zedong in China. The successions of power that followed in these Leninist regimes weren't the result of policy differences, bargains to gain support and maneuvers within party rules, as is often assumed. Instead, Mr. Torigian shows, they were the outcomes of intrigue, battles over ideology, historical animosities and violence. The biography of Xi Zhongxun (1913-2002) expands on that theme. Xi was a revolutionary and, after the formation of the People's Republic of China in 1949, held several high-ranking party offices from the 1950s to the early 1990s. He was never the country's ruler, as his son has become, but Mr. Torigian's examination of the elder Xi's life affords important insights into China's opaque and mysterious Communist regime of the 21st century. Mr. Torigian, an associate professor at American University's School of International Service, traces Xi's career as it developed from the first phase of the Chinese Civil War, through World War II and the triumph of Mao and the Communists, to the post-Mao reforms and the tragedy of Tiananmen Square in 1989.
Business Standard
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Nitco gains on securing Rs 261 crore order from Prestige Estates Projects
Nitco jumped 2.65% to Rs 133.60 after the company announced that it has received a fresh Letter of Intent (LoI) from Prestige Estates Projects for an additional tile supply order worth approximately Rs 45 crore. This new order comes on top of previous contracts totaling Rs 216 crore, bringing the cumulative value of orders from Prestige to around Rs 261 crore. These orders span across tiles, marble, and mosaic segments. The company expects to execute the full order over the next twelve months. Nitco emphasized that this development underlines a strong business environment and reinforces the trust that prominent real estate developers like Prestige Estates place in its execution capabilities. Nitco is a leading tiles manufacturer. Its collection includes ceramic, vitrified, mosaic, natural stone tiles, and high-quality marble. The company reported net loss of Rs 2.85 crore in Q4 March 2025 as against net loss of Rs 54.94 crore in Q4 March 2024. Net sales rose 30.37% YoY to Rs 93.19 crore in Q4 March 2025.
Powys County Times
7 days ago
- Business
- Powys County Times
Bluetongue rules 'risk devastating farmers' along the border
The Welsh Government have been warned that Bluetongue rules 'risk devastating farmers and livestock markets right the way along the border. MP for Brecon, Radnorshire and Cwm Tawe David Chadwick and Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds have demanded urgent action to support farmers in Powys and across the Welsh marches. New rules set to come into force on July 1 will see sheep unable to cross the Welsh border unless it has had a bluetongue test, even if it has been vaccinated, which can cost as much as £70 per animal. The Welsh Government has relaxed rules on cattle to allow vaccinated animals to enter, however sheep will not be subject to the change despite there being over 8 million sheep being farmed in Wales in 2024. Much of the trade taking place across the England-Wales border and local farmer James Gittins warned that "in the worst-case scenario, we are going to see the numbers of lambs produced in Wales drop by 10 to 20 per cent, from which it may never recover." Livestock markets such as Builth, Prestige and Welshpool are also set to be massively hit by the rules. In Westminster on Thursday, Mr Chadwick questioned the UK Government EFRA Minister about how it plans to prevent a de facto veterinary hard border between England and Wales and protect cross-border farms from economic harm. Chadwick warned that the cost of testing 'is a devastating burden our local farmers cannot afford to take on at a time they are already under such significant financial pressure'. While acknowledging the seriousness of the issue, the Minister declined to commit to additional support, citing devolved powers. 'These sudden and costly changes risk devastating farmers and livestock markets right the way along the border,' said Mr Chadwick. 'Cross-border movement is essential to how agriculture works in this region, it's not optional. If nothing changes, this will do serious damage to rural livelihoods and the local economy. 'We need urgent coordination between the Welsh and UK Governments to ease the burden and protect our farms.' In the Senedd, Jane Dodds raised the impact the policy is having on farmers' mental health, and urged the Welsh Government to work more closely together with a focus on vaccination over an unworkable testing and licensing scheme. Both representatives are calling for a joined-up, four-nation response to bluetongue, including surge funding for testing and vaccination. 'I've spoken with farmers, vets, and local markets and the message is clear, the current plan is unworkable,' said Ms Dodds. 'Testing is costly, slow, and does nothing to support already stressed farm communities. 'Vaccination must be at the heart of our response. We need a united approach between both Cardiff and London that puts farmers' wellbeing and practical realities first.'
Fashion Value Chain
21-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
TTK Prestige Debuts Tri-Ply Hexamagic Cookware Range
TTK Prestige, a household name in Indian kitchens, has launched its latest innovation in cookware — the Tri-Ply Hexamagic series. This new range marries the strength of tri-ply stainless steel construction with a unique honeycomb-patterned non-stick finish, offering unmatched performance and longevity. The Hexamagic design minimizes direct contact between ladles and the non-stick surface, dramatically improving durability. Available in fry pans and kadais, the collection is ideal for Indian cooking styles and rigorous daily use. Each piece in the collection carries a 15-year warranty on the tri-ply body and 3 years on the non-stick coating, ensuring long-term reliability. Prices start at ₹2,845 for a 20cm fry pan and ₹2,995 for kadais, reflecting Prestige's commitment to quality and affordability. 'With Tri-Ply Hexamagic, we're addressing the evolving cooking needs of Indian households with durable, high-performance cookware that's both innovative and accessible,' said a company spokesperson. This launch reinforces TTK Prestige's leadership in kitchen innovation and its dedication to improving everyday life for millions of Indian families.
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Business Standard
20-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Strong project pipeline to ensure sales momentum for Prestige Estates
The launches in the last quarter and a strong outlook has resulted in the stock gaining 21 per over the last month and 42 per cent over three months premium Ram Prasad Sahu New Delhi Listen to This Article After a muted first nine months of 2024-25 (9MFY25), which saw launch delays, Bangalore-based real estate major Prestige Estates Projects Ltd (PEPL or Prestige) ended the financial year on a strong note. The company saw a surge in bookings or presales on the back of four new launches in the fourth quarter (Q4FY25). The sales momentum is expected to continue in FY26 on the back of new launches and sustenance sales from recent launches. The launches in Q4 and a strong outlook have resulted in the stock gaining 21 per cent over the last month and 42 per cent over
