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Time of India
03-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Assam tea's 200-year legacy gets global tribute at NY Summer Fancy Food Show
1 2 3 4 5 6 Dibrugarh: In a landmark celebration of India's rich legacy of tea, the Indian Tea Association (ITA) has participated in the Summer Fancy Food Show, 2025, at the Javits Centre, New York, marking the bicentennial anniversary of Assam tea — an industry that has fundamentally shaped the global tea culture and remains a cornerstone of India's agricultural heritage. The three-day event started from June 29 and concluded on July 1. ITA's special participation commemorated two centuries of Assam tea, since its discovery in 1823, when Major Robert Bruce, guided by the indigenous knowledge of Maniram Dewan, first discovered wild tea plants growing in the upper Brahmaputra valley. Today, Assam annually produces 650-700 million kgs of tea, representing more than 50% of India's total tea production, employing over 700,000 workers across various categories. The centrepiece of the commemoration was a specially curated tea lounge, designed to give global buyers, importers and tea connoisseurs the finest experience of Assam tea. The lounge featured prominent exhibitors, including Goodricke Group Ltd, Hindustan Unilever Limited, Tata Consumer Products, Luxmi Tea Co. Pvt Ltd, MK Shah Exports Ltd and Rossell Tea. Visitors at the show not only experienced the sensory appeal of premium teas, but also learned about the industry's commitment to sustainability, innovation and community development. A significant highlight was the B2B networking session held on June 30 at the Consulate General of India, New York. The participating companies showcased a comprehensive range of orthodox and CTC teas sourced from their Assam estates. In 2024, India approximately exported 17 million kg of tea to the US, accounting for around 6.5% of India's total export volume and nearly 14% of US's total tea imports.
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Plea to rescue fishermen stranded in Iran
Member of Parliament C. Robert Bruce has appealed to Minister for External Affairs S. Jaishankar to take immediate steps to rescue 33 fishermen from Idinthakarai village in the district who were now stranded in Iran. In a memorandum to the Minister, Mr. Robert Bruce said 33 fishermen from Idinthakarai were working in the mechanised boats of Iran for the past several months. After the Iran – Israel war, the families of these fishermen cannot contact their breadwinners and hence the families were worried. Hence, the Ministry of External Affairs should take immediate steps for ensuring their safe return to their native place, Mr. Robert Bruce said. The MP has also sent a similar appeal to the Ambassador of India to Iran at Tehran seeking his intervention in rescuing the stranded Idinthakarai fishermen.
New Indian Express
22-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Tirunelveli MP Robert Bruce slams railway board for assigning TN aspirants exam centres in other states
TIRUNELVELI: Accusing the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) of attempting to prevent Tamil candidates from attending competitive exams, Tirunelveli MP C Robert Bruce on Saturday condemned the allocation of exam centres in other states for Tamil Nadu aspirants and warned of a massive protest and legal action if the issue is not addressed immediately. In a statement Bruce said that for instance, a woman candidate from Thachanallur in Tirunelveli, who had applied for the railway recruitment exam scheduled for June 23, was asked to appear for the exam at Rajadhani Institute of Engineering and Technology, located in Nedumparambu near Attingal, around 18 km from Varkala railway station in Kerala. Calling the decision highly condemnable and discriminatory, Bruce pointed out that Tirunelveli, often referred to as the Oxford of South India, has numerous colleges and examination infrastructure. It is unfortunate and objectionable that instead of allotting centres within such a well-equipped district, the railway board is sending candidates to other states." He questioned, "Does the railway board intend to keep Tamil Nadu students from appearing in the exams by doing this?" He further urged the board to provide exam centres within the candidates' districts immediately, or continued 'biased decisions' by them would lead to a massive protest. Public interest litigations would also be filed in the appropriate court to stop the alleged discrimination.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cineplex Announces Voting Results for its 2025 Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders
TORONTO, May 21, 2025 /CNW/ - (TSX: CGX) - Cineplex Inc. ("Cineplex" or the "Company"), Canada's leading entertainment and media company, is pleased to announce that, at its Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders held today, each of the items of business referred to in its management information circular dated April 7, 2025 (the "Management Information Circular") was approved by Shareholders. The voting results for each item of business are as follows: Election of Directors: Each of the individuals listed as nominees in the Management Information Circular was elected as a director of the Company. Name of Nominee % Votes For % Votes Withheld Jordan Banks 93.01 % 6.99 % Robert Bruce 92.83 % 7.17 % Janice Fukakusa 92.92 % 7.08 % Donna Hayes 93.29 % 6.71 % Ellis Jacob 93.18 % 6.82 % Rania Llewellyn 93.19 % 6.81 % Sarabjit Marwah 92.77 % 7.23 % Nadir Mohamed 93.01 % 6.99 % Phyllis Yaffe 93.00 % 7.00 % Appointment of Auditors: The appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditors of the Company and the authorization of the directors to fix their remuneration was approved. Votes For: 85.52%Votes Withheld: 14.48% Advisory Vote on Say-on-Pay: The non-binding say-on-pay advisory resolution as set forth in the Management Information Circular on the Company's approach to executive compensation was approved. Votes For: 83.20%Votes Against: 16.80% Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan: The increase in the number of Common Shares which may be issued pursuant to the Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan as set forth in the Management Information Circular was approved. Votes For: 83.83%Votes Against: 16.17% About Cineplex: Cineplex (TSX:CGX) is a top-tier Canadian brand that operates in the Film Entertainment and Content, Amusement and Leisure, and Media sectors. Cineplex offers a unique escape from the everyday to millions of guests through its circuit of 172 movie theatres and location-based entertainment venues. In addition to being Canada's largest and most innovative film exhibitor, the company operates Canada's favourite destination for 'Eats & Entertainment' (The Rec Room), complexes specially designed for teens and families (Playdium), and an entertainment concept that brings movies, amusement gaming, dining, and live performances together under one roof (Cineplex Junxion). It also operates successful businesses in cinema media (Cineplex Media), digital place-based media (Cineplex Digital Media or CDM), alternative programming (Cineplex Events) and motion picture distribution (Cineplex Pictures). Providing even more value for its guests, Cineplex is a partner in Scene+, Canada's largest entertainment and lifestyle loyalty program. Proudly recognized as having one of the country's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Cineplex employs over 10,000 people in its offices and venues across Canada. To learn more, visit SOURCE Cineplex View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Robert Bruce's Strategic Moves: CMS Energy Corp Sees a -1.29% Portfolio Impact
Robert Bruce (Trades, Portfolio) recently submitted the 13F filing for the first quarter of 2025, providing insights into his investment moves during this period. Robert Bruce (Trades, Portfolio) is the founder of Bruce & Co, the investment firm that serves as the advisor to the Bruce Fund (BRUFX). The Bruce Fund is run by Robert Bruce (Trades, Portfolio) and his son, Robert Jeffrey Bruce. The Fund focuses primarily on common stock investments, though it also invests in high-yield and distressed debt. It may invest in some long-term U.S. government securities if the managers cannot find attractive opportunities elsewhere. The Fund invests mostly in small- and mid-cap stocks, with the occasional large-cap, as well as convertible and distressed bonds. The Bruces tend to hold their stocks for the long-term, generally preferring the securities of distressed companies that are trading at a significant discount but which they believe can make a turnaround. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 4 Warning Signs with UHAL.B. Robert Bruce (Trades, Portfolio) added a total of 2 stocks, among them: The most significant addition was The Chemours Co (NYSE:CC), with 200,000 shares, accounting for 0.87% of the portfolio and a total value of $2.706 million. The second largest addition to the portfolio was Venture Global Inc (NYSE:VG), consisting of 100,000 shares, representing approximately 0.33% of the portfolio, with a total value of $1.03 million. Robert Bruce (Trades, Portfolio) also increased stakes in a total of 2 stocks, among them: The most notable increase was AerCap Holdings NV (NYSE:AER), with an additional 33,500 shares, bringing the total to 183,500 shares. This adjustment represents a significant 22.33% increase in share count, a 1.1% impact on the current portfolio, with a total value of $18,748,200. The second largest increase was Fate Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ:FATE), with an additional 200,000 shares, bringing the total to 550,000. This adjustment represents a significant 57.14% increase in share count, with a total value of $434,500. Robert Bruce (Trades, Portfolio) also reduced positions in 9 stocks. The most significant changes include: Reduced CMS Energy Corp (NYSE:CMS) by 60,000 shares, resulting in a -20.98% decrease in shares and a -1.29% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $69.84 during the quarter and has returned 0.87% over the past 3 months and 4.96% year-to-date. Reduced AT&T Inc (NYSE:T) by 100,000 shares, resulting in a -12.94% reduction in shares and a -0.73% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $25.15 during the quarter and has returned 3.38% over the past 3 months and 18.95% year-to-date. At the first quarter of 2025, Robert Bruce (Trades, Portfolio)'s portfolio included 41 stocks, with top holdings including 8.61% in U-Haul Holding Co (NYSE:UHAL.B), 8.6% in AbbVie Inc (NYSE:ABBV), 8.37% in Allstate Corp (NYSE:ALL), 7.19% in NextEra Energy Inc (NYSE:NEE), and 6.91% in Duke Energy Corp (NYSE:DUK). The holdings are mainly concentrated in 9 of all the 11 industries: Utilities, Healthcare, Industrials, Financial Services, Communication Services, Consumer Defensive, Technology, Basic Materials, and Energy. This article, generated by GuruFocus, is designed to provide general insights and is not tailored financial advice. Our commentary is rooted in historical data and analyst projections, utilizing an impartial methodology, and is not intended to serve as specific investment guidance. It does not formulate a recommendation to purchase or divest any stock and does not consider individual investment objectives or financial circumstances. Our objective is to deliver long-term, fundamental data-driven analysis. Be aware that our analysis might not incorporate the most recent, price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative information. GuruFocus holds no position in the stocks mentioned herein. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
