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NEW DELHI: Emphasising on the use of technology in implementation of the new criminal laws, Union home minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said it should enable generation of alerts for all criminal cases at pre-defined stages and timelines - right from registration to disposal - for the benefit of victims and complainants. Chairing a review meeting on implementation of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita , Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam with National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) brass, Shah suggested alerts for investigation officers and senior officers as per pre-defined timelines, so as to expedite the probe process. The review meet - attended by senior officials of home ministry, NCRB and National Informatics Centre - took stock of the implementation of integration of various software and databases pertaining to investigation, prosecution, forensics and courts at all-India level. These include the crime and criminal tracking network and systems (CCTNS), national automated fingerprint identification system, prisons, courts, prosecution and forensics with the Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) 2.0. Shah directed NCRB to facilitate complete implementation of new criminal laws in ICJS 2.0, besides emphasising on usage of apps like eSakshya, Nyaya Shruti, eSign and eSummons in every state and UT. In a separate meeting on Tuesday, Shah also reviewed the implementation of new criminal laws in Uttarakhand, with the state chief secretary and DGP, in the presence of CM Pushkar Singh Dhami. Asking Dhami to fully implement the laws - which he said are becoming "protectors of civil rights" and the basis of "ease of justice" - as soon as possible, he emphasised on the need to fill the gaps in technology and other areas for their 100% rollout. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , Location Guesser and Mini Crossword . Spread love this holiday season with these Christmas wishes , messages , and quotes .Want diversification? Get it instantly with these ASX 200 shares
BLINCYTO® (BLINATUMOMAB) ADDED TO CHEMOTHERAPY SIGNIFICANTLY IMPROVES SURVIVAL IN NEWLY DIAGNOSED PEDIATRIC PATIENTS WITH B-CELL PRECURSOR ACUTE LYMPHOBLASTIC LEUKEMIA (B-ALL)The Arizona Cardinals were rested, relatively healthy and had been playing some of their best football in years. That’s why Sunday’s sobering 16-6 road loss to the Seattle Seahawks was so surprising. “Frustrating day offensively, especially the way we’ve been playing to come out here and lay an egg and get physically dominated in a sense,” quarterback Kyler Murray said. The Cardinals (6-5) had their four-game winning streak snapped. Murray completed 24 of 37 passes for 285 yards, but made a brutal mistake, throwing an interception that was returned 69 yards by Seattle’s Coby Bryant. The running game never got going, gaining just 49 yards. James Conner, the team’s leading rusher, had just 8 yards on seven attempts. “There were a lot of things where it felt like the flow of things just wasn’t in our favor,” receiver Michael Wilson said. “Some games go like that. And then we didn’t execute enough to make up for the game sort of not going our way.” Arizona’s still in decent playoff position, tied with the Seahawks on top of the NFC West with six games to play. But after all the good news and winning over the past month, Sunday’s loss was humbling. “We’re going to learn a lot from this game,” coach Jonathan Gannon said. What’s working Arizona’s defense continued its remarkable midseason turnaround, giving the team every opportunity to win Sunday. The front seven doesn’t have any stars, but continues to cobble together a respectable pass rush. The Cardinals finished with five sacks, all by different players. Second-year cornerback Garrett Williams intercepted a pass by Geno Smith on the first play of the fourth quarter, briefly giving the Cardinals some momentum as they tried to fight back. Williams — a third-round pick out of Syracuse in 2023 — is growing into a steady starting corner that the Cardinals have missed for years. “I thought that they hung in there and battled, forced a bunch of punts, kept points off the board,” Gannon said. “I thought the interception by Garrett was fantastic, kept us in the game there, kept points off the board. We made some mistakes. We made some mistakes, starting with me.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here . What needs help The Cardinals aren’t going to win many games with a rushing performance like Sunday’s. Conner, held to a season low in yards rushing, did have 41 yards receiving. Rookie Trey Benson had four carries for 18 yards, while Emari Demercado broke a 14-yard gain. Getting Conner going is key. Arizona has a 5-1 record this season when he has at least 100 total yards from scrimmage. Gannon said falling into an early hole affected some of the things the Cardinals could do, particularly in the second half. “I thought there was plays there, but again, where you get down in that game, you’re not really playing normal ball there for a good chunk of the game,” Gannon said. “So we’ve got to do a better job earlier in the game to make sure we’re not playing left-handed.” Stock up Fourth-year edge rusher Zaven Collins isn’t necessarily the star fans hoped for when he was selected with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2021 draft, but he has quietly had a productive season leading the team’s no-name front seven. Collins picked up his fourth sack of the season Sunday and put consistent pressure on Smith. Stock down Murray’s still having a great season, but the quarterback’s MVP credentials took a hit with Sunday’s mediocre performance. He played pretty well at times, but the interception that turned into a pick-6 was a backbreaker. The sixth-year quarterback had largely avoided those types of plays this season, which is a big reason they’re in the playoff hunt. “Can’t give them seven points, especially when our defense is playing the way that they’re playing,” Murray said. “I feel like if I don’t do that, we’re in the game four quarters because that’s the way it was trending.” Injuries The Cardinals came out of Sunday’s game fairly healthy. Gannon said starting safety Jalen Thompson (ankle) should be back at practice Wednesday. He missed the last two games. Key numbers 12 and 133 — Tight end Trey McBride continued his breakout season with a career-high 12 catches for 133 yards. Next steps The Cardinals have another difficult road game against the Vikings (9-2) on Sunday. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl
Jack Mallers , CEO of payment platform Strike , has made a powerful case for the United States to embrace Bitcoin BTC/USD as a strategic reserve asset . What Happened: In an interview with CNBC on Thursday, Mallers compared the potential adoption of Bitcoin by the U.S. government to pivotal moments in economic history, including Nixon's departure from the gold standard in 1971. A Vision For Bitcoin As A National Asset Mallers argued that Bitcoin's decentralized and transparent nature aligns perfectly with American values such as equal rights and open opportunity. He described Bitcoin as “an asset that was accessible to the people 15 years ago, that the people own. Governments only own 2, 3, 4% of this asset.” According to Mallers, embracing Bitcoin is a way for the U.S. to remain competitive and innovative . "It acts in the best interest of the public. It's pro jobs, it's pro energy, it's pro industry, it's pro growth," he said. Highlighting the national debt crisis, Mallers rhetorically asked, “Does anyone else have a plan to get us out of debt? Are we going to start a lemonade stand out here in Times Square? No. How about the best-performing asset in the history of mankind?” Also Read: Solana Hits $264 Record High As ETF Filings, Regulatory Optimism Drive Market Momentum Missed Opportunities And Future Growth Mallers dismissed the notion that people are “too late” to invest in Bitcoin, calling it a distraction rooted in comparison to early adopters. "People think they're late to Bitcoin. I don't understand that. Late according to who? Over the last 15 years, the best thing you could have done is buy Bitcoin," he said. Mallers went on to assert that this would hold true for the “next 1,500 years.” With the U.S. national debt ballooning and global competitors embracing Bitcoin, Mallers emphasized the urgency of acting now. "As a country, I think we have a choice. I think the worst thing we can do is not own enough," he warned. He urged the U.S. to support its homegrown crypto businesses, saying, " Coinbase COIN is an American company, Strike is an American company, Kraken is an American company. Let's support these businesses, let's support this industry." Pro-Growth And Pro-Innovation Mallers aligned Bitcoin adoption with the values of the incoming U.S. administration , which he sees as an opportunity to drive growth and innovation. "As this new administration takes office, we have to make a decision. To de-risk this, we should buy some Bitcoin and push American ideals in technology and innovation through the best-performing asset and technology in mankind," he said. Read Next: MicroStrategy Trading At ‘Insane’ 256% Premium To Bitcoin Holdings, Research Shows Image created using artificial intelligence with Midjourney. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.I tend to have a Goldilocks-like approach when it comes to choosing socks. I almost exclusively wear crew socks that come no higher than mid-calf, and they all have to meet specific criteria, they can’t: be too thin or too thick or have that bumpy, uncomfortable seam at the end around the toes that certain socks always have. And, like with most apparel, they have to hold up after multiple washes. This means near-zero pilling, warping or tears around the big toe area. For me, the answer has always — or at least for the last five years — been Uniqlo’s Colorful 50 Socks . While I’m always tempted to try out more luxe options from authorities like Bombas or Smartwool , I always end up back at Uniqlo because its socks are incredibly comfortable, considerably soft and practically tear-resistant — all at a great price point. SKIP AHEAD What are Uniqlo’s Colorful 50 Socks? | How I wear Uniqlo’s colorful 50 Socks | Why I love Uniqlo’s Colorful 50 Socks | The bottom line | Why trust NBC Select? Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. What are Uniqlo’s Colorful 50 Socks ? Uniqlo’s Colorful crew-cut socks come in 50 shades and hit at the middle or lower-half of the calf, depending on the person wearing them. They’re made from a blend of cotton, polyester, nylon, acrylic and spandex and one pair is slightly less than $5. They’re also machine washable. On the surface, socks are a pretty straight-forward piece of apparel, meant to protect our feet in various types of shoes, physical activity and weather. In my experience, not all socks provide the same amount of comfort, durability, softness and moisture-wicking properties, if at all. Plus, many clothing brands don’t allow for much self-expression when it comes to socks. Uniqlo’s socks are my go-to for just about any activity and shoe type. I wear them with Adidas sneakers to work, running and athletic shoes, clogs, snow boots and by themselves to stay warm while lounging at home. In addition to washing them regularly, I also stock up on new ones every year, and I’m always excited to step foot into its store to see what new colors I haven’t gotten yet. Comfort and softness aren’t guaranteed with every pair of socks, that is, unless we’re talking about my beloved Uniqlos. For the past five years, I’ve worn these with just about every shoe option and can say that they’ve never failed me in the comfort department. The toe-end of the socks don’t have a misshapen seam that’s uncomfortable to walk in — a pet peeve of mine. These socks are also the ideal fit for me. They aren’t too loose or tight, even over years of wear. When crew socks are too tight, they often pull on leg hair around my calf, which hurts more than people without leg hair may think. That said, they also don’t get too stretched after multiple wears and washes, and they have yet to ever get a hole in the toe area. I can’t talk about these socks without mentioning its vast choice of colorways. While some people may be more neutral when it comes to socks, I enjoy getting socks with a little flare. This is part of why I’ve always loved Uniqlo’s Colorful 50 Socks — the brand doesn’t skimp on creativity or view them as a mundane piece of apparel. I typically go for some variation of brown, gray or green, though every once in a while I mix things up with an ocean blue or burnt orange. Perhaps the most important aspect for me when it comes to socks, durability is one of the best characteristics of Uniqlo’s Colorful 50 Socks. Today, I still have pairs that I got years ago and wash regularly, and they’re still holding up. Some have a small amount of pilling around them, but I can attribute that to washing them with too much heat. The brand recommends washing them in cold water only and, according to my reporting on the best way to clean different kinds of fabrics , using cool or warm air to dry them is best. That said, I don’t have in-unit machines and I have to pay for every eight minutes of drying time, so I frequently turn up the heat to make the process faster. If you’re looking for an affordable sock option that will last you at least a few years at a time, Uniqlo’s Colorful 50 Socks are one of your best bets. They aren’t the same exact material as more expensive options, but they’re great quality and come at an amazing price point. I wear them all year, though they aren’t quite thick enough to wear on those absolutely freezing days. Overall, they’re a thoughtful gift or stocking stuffer , either to family members or yourself. I’m a commerce editor at NBC Select, where I write about home and kitchen topics, such as the best way to whiten clothes without bleach and how to clean a cast iron skillet . I also write about sale events at home furniture and appliance retailers like Home Depot and Wayfair. For this article, I wrote about Uniqlo’s Colorful 50 Socks, which I’ve worn daily for the past five years. Catch up on Select’s in-depth coverage of personal finance , tech and tools , wellness and more, and follow us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter and TikTok to stay up to date.When Katja Vogt considers a Jaguar, she pictures a British-made car purring confidently along the Italian coastline — a vision of familiarity that conveys "that dreaming, longing feeling we all love." She's not sure what to think about Jaguar now after the 89-year-old company announced a radical rebranding that featured loud colors and androgynous people — but no cars. Jaguar, the company says, will now be JaGUar. It will produce only electric vehicles beginning in 2026. Bad attention is good attention, Jaguar execs would appear to believe. The car brand has prompted mockery online for posting a glitzy ad without a single car in it. Say goodbye to British racing green, Cotswold Blue and black. Its colors are henceforth electric pink, red and yellow, according to a video that sparked backlash online. Its mission statement: "Create exuberance. Live vivid. Delete ordinary. Break moulds." "Intrigued?" @Jaguar posted on social media. "Weird and unsettled" is more like it, Vogt wrote on Instagram. "Especially now, with the world feeling so dystopian," the Cyprus-based brand designer wrote, "a heritage brand like Jaguar should be conveying feelings of safety, stability, and maybe a hint of rebellion — the kind that shakes things up in a good way, not in a way that unsettles." Jaguar was one of several iconic companies that announced significant rebrandings in recent weeks, upending a series of commercial — and cultural — landmarks by which many modern human beings sort one another, carve out identities and recognize the world around them. Campbell's, the 155-year-old American icon that artist Andy Warhol immortalized in pop culture decades ago, is ready for a new, soupless name. Comcast's corporate reorganization means there will soon be two television networks with "NBC" in their name — CNBC and MSNBC — that will no longer have any corporate connection to NBC News, a U.S. legacy news outlet. CNBC One could even argue the United States itself is rebranding with the election of former President Donald Trump and Republican majorities in the House and Senate. Unlike Trump's first election in 2016, he won the popular vote in what many called a national referendum on American identity. Are we, then, the sum total of our consumer decisions — what we buy, where we travel and whom we elect? Certainly, it's a question for those privileged enough to be able to afford such choices. Volumes of research in the art and science of branding — from "brandr," an old Norse word for burning symbols into the hides of livestock — say those factors do contribute to the modern sense of identity. So rebranding, especially of heritage names, can be a deeply felt affront to consumers. "It can feel like the brand is turning its back on everything that it stood for — and therefore it feels like it's turning its back on us, the people who subscribe to that idea or ideology," said Ali Marmaduke, strategy director with the Amsterdam-based Brand Potential. He said cultural tension — polarization — is surging over politics, wars in Russia and the Mideast, the environment, public health and more, creating what Marmaduke said is known as a "polycrisis": the idea that there are several massive crises converging that feel scary and complex. Campbell's soups "People are understandably freaked out by that," he said. "So we are looking for something that will help us navigate this changing, threatening world that we face." Trump's "Make America Great Again" qualifies. So did President Joe Biden's "Build Back Better" slogan. Campbell's soup itself — "Mmm Mmm Good" — isn't going anywhere, CEO Mark Clouse said. The company's new name, Campbell's Co., will reflect "the full breadth of our portfolio," which includes brands like Prego pasta sauce and Goldfish crackers. None of the recent activity around heritage brands sparked a backlash as ferocious as Jaguar's. The company stood as a pillar of tradition-loving British identity since World War II. The famous "leaper" cat Jaguar logo is pictured in 2019 at the Auto show in Paris, France. Jaguar said its approach to the rebrand was rooted in the philosophy of its founder, Sir William Lyons, to "copy nothing." What it's calling "the new Jaguar" will overhaul everything from the font of its name to the positioning of it's famous "leaper" cat. "Exuberant modernism" will "define all aspects of the new Jaguar world," according to the news release. The approach is thought to be aimed at selling fewer cars at a six-figure price point to a more diverse customer base. The reaction ranged from bewilderment to hostility. Memes sprouted up likening the video to the Teletubbies, a Benetton ad and — perhaps predictably — a bow to "woke" culture as the blowback intersected with politics. Get the latest local business news delivered FREE to your inbox weekly.
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — Trae Young might be the NBA's biggest enigma. Young's fans can point to numbers and say he's an elite player. His detractors can point to numbers and say he's overrated. Both arguments have validity. To some, his cocky ways are endearing. To others, they're infuriating. This can't be argued: He's helping Atlanta author one of the season's surprise stories. The Hawks are in the NBA Cup semifinals, set to play Milwaukee on Saturday before the other semifinal between Oklahoma City and Houston. The title game is Tuesday night. “When we talk about Trae, the word I like to use is evolution,” Hawks coach Quin Snyder said. “And every player evolves. They just evolve in different ways. He's been an important part of our young guys' growth and being able to elevate them.” The Hawks haven't had a ton of big moments in Young's seven seasons. But he has shown a propensity for rising to the occasion: ousting New York in the 2021 playoffs, ousting the Knicks from the quarterfinals of this tournament to get to Las Vegas — and now comes another chance on national TV on Saturday, facing the Bucks with a chance to play for a trophy. “I feel like this team has been embracing the challenge each and every night from the beginning of the season,” Young said. “We haven’t looked too far ahead in any moment. We’re just taking it day by day. Even though early on in the season we may have had some struggles and some bumps in the road and some guys out, we stuck with the process and focus on each day." Here's part of the pro-Young argument: He's averaging 21 points and 12 assists something that only Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas have done over a full season, and he's on pace to lead the league in assist average for the first time. Here's part of the anti-Young argument: Among the 220 players with at least 50 3-point attempts this season he ranks 189th at 30.8%, and of the 248 players with at least 100 field goal attempts this season he ranks 231st at 38.4%. Choose your side. They're both valid. But it's clear that Young — who made no secret that he was upset over not being picked for the team that won gold for USA Basketball at the Paris Olympics this past summer — is growing and maturing. “He’s doing a better job on both ends of the floor,” Bucks coach Doc Rivers said. “Defensively he’s figured out a way of keeping himself out of actions. I know that sounds easy. That’s hard to do, and he’s brilliant at it, he really is. ... He must be really studying the game on both ends of the floor, and you can see that in his play. And he’s earned the trust of his players. This team likes playing with him, that’s obvious. I couldn’t say that in the past, but now they love playing with him.” Hawks forward Jalen Johnson doesn't deny that point. “He’s so good, man,” Johnson said. "It’s crazy, like just seeing it in person and on TV prior to me playing with the Hawks and getting drafted by the Hawks, it was crazy just watching it. A guy that’s undersized, being able to score at will, being able to make any pass at will. And then next thing you know you’re his teammate and you’re on the receiving end of those passes. “Watching those clutch late game buckets, it’s a joy to watch. It’s a gift that he has that’s very special and not many people have had it at that elite of a level. It’s been great being his teammate. It’s been a blessing.” Saturday is an opportunity. The semifinals are the only games on the NBA calendar for that day; the title game Tuesday — which doesn't count in the standings — is the only game on the NBA slate that night as well. Young will have tons of eyeballs on him Saturday and would have tons more on him Tuesday if the Hawks find a way to win another big game against the Bucks. They're 3-1 against Eastern Conference-leading Cleveland and Boston already this season, 1-0 against Milwaukee. The potential is clear for the Hawks. The potential for Young has always been clear as well. Only now, it's starting to be realized. “The narrative about me not being able to do certain things or being too mad or frustrated about certain things is — I mean, just aren’t true,” Young said. "I think you’re just now being able to see like with the young team we have, just some of the different things we’ve been doing this year, I think just now you’re starting to kind of see it because the results are showing and we’re winning now. We’re here in this final four of the Cup, and it’s a big deal.” AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/NBA