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Economic Times
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
A superior species?
To overthrow colonisers, people of the subjugated country or territory either go to war to beat back the invader, or start a freedom movement if the takeover is more subtle and is spread over decades. The latter may involve widespread protests, loss of lives, consistent media reportage and long-drawn-out negotiations. We're talking of humans colonising other humans. We fight for human rights even as we wear patriotism on our sleeves, singing rousing songs in our fight for independence. What do other species do when humans colonise their habitats? They migrate, wander into human habitats or simply die out. Felling trees, clearing grasslands, and polluting water, air and soil have been going on for so long that this kind of exploitation is viewed as something humans are entitled to, as it is believed that human beings are superior research and spiritual insights have revealed that all species have consciousness, intelligence and emotions, in varying degrees - some less, others more, and a few with minimal such attributes. If humans are the most evolved in these terms, it follows that the so-called superior species will show evidence of being mindful, with compassion, loving kindness, care, equity, and attitude non- possessive, non-exploitative and non-wasteful. Wherever these are present in a person, we could concede that he is a cut above the rest. But the number of those who have these qualities is abysmally low, as this is the only explanation for the rampant and continuing desecration of our global home that nurtures all species, regardless. (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this column are that of the writer. The facts and opinions expressed here do not reflect the views of Elevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea. Crash. Silence. Confusion. How India's air accident watchdog is failing its biggest test yet Oil, war, and the Hormuz gambit: Why the 2025 standoff won't mirror the 2022 shock! Index funds were meant to simplify investing. Why are they overwhelming investors now? How Vedanta's Anil Agarwal bettered Warren Buffett in returns Looking for quick buck in unlisted shares? Better think twice! Profits plenty, prices attractive, still PSU stocks languish. Why? History on their side: As bulls return, 50 non-Nifty stocks with a higher probability of trading income & creating wealth Mid-cap pharma space: Risk & opportunity are two sides of the same coin. 7 pharma stocks with upside potential of up to 41%


Economic Times
29-06-2025
- Automotive
- Economic Times
VinFast opens second domestic EV factory amid global expansion
ETtech Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast began production on Sunday at its second domestic factory, aiming to ramp up output of affordable mini urban models as its global expansion plans face delays. The new facility, located in the central province of Ha Tinh, has an initial annual capacity of 200,000 units and spans 36 hectares (90 acres), the company said in a statement. By comparison, VinFast's flagship factory in northern Haiphong is designed to reach a capacity of 950,000 units by next year. VinFast, backed by Vietnam's largest conglomerate Vingroup , has set ambitious goals to establish production plants in international markets, including the United States, India, and Indonesia. However, it has faced hurdles in its global expansion, including weaker demand and stiff competition. The company announced last year that operations at its U.S. factory would be delayed until 2028. Its India assembly plant is expected to become operational next month. "Once operational, the VinFast Ha Tinh factory will contribute to VinFast's goal of producing 1 million vehicles per year to meet the increasing demand of domestic and foreign markets," said Nguyen Viet Quang, Vingroup's CEO. The EV maker has set a delivery target of 200,000 cars for 2025, having sold approximately 56,000 units in the first five months, primarily in its domestic market. It reported a net loss of $712.4 million for the first quarter, less than the $1.3 billion loss in the previous quarter but 20% more than a year earlier. Revenue jumped 150% to $656.5 million over the same period. Elevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea. Crash. Silence. Confusion. How India's air accident watchdog is failing its biggest test yet Oil, war, and the Hormuz gambit: Why the 2025 standoff won't mirror the 2022 shock! Index funds were meant to simplify investing. Why are they overwhelming investors now? How Vedanta's Anil Agarwal bettered Warren Buffett in returns Looking for quick buck in unlisted shares? Better think twice! Profits plenty, prices attractive, still PSU stocks languish. Why? History on their side: As bulls return, 50 non-Nifty stocks with a higher probability of trading income & creating wealth Mid-cap pharma space: Risk & opportunity are two sides of the same coin. 7 pharma stocks with upside potential of up to 41%