Netflix buys Warner Bros for $82.7 billion
Netflix announces a historic $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. studios and HBO. We revisit the studio's turbulent journey through mergers, from Seven Arts to AOL-Time Warner. Will this deal succeed?
Netflix announces a historic $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. studios and HBO. We revisit the studio's turbulent journey through mergers, from Seven Arts to AOL-Time Warner. Will this deal succeed?
Netflix wins $72 billion bid for Warner Bros Discovery, creating a streaming giant. The deal's regulatory approval, however, faces significant challenges. Read the full outlook here.
Fr Richard D'Souza, a Jesuit priest from Goa, leads the Vatican Observatory, uncovering the violent history of galaxy mergers. Discover how faith and science converge in his cosmic quest.
Biocon announces full integration of its biosimilars unit, Biocon Biologics, in a deal valuing it at $5.5 billion. The move aims to create a unified powerhouse in diabetes, oncology, and immunology markets. Read more.
Fr Richard D’Souza, a Jesuit priest from Goa, leads the Vatican Observatory, uncovering the violent history of galaxies. Discover his journey from Pune to a groundbreaking discovery about Andromeda.
As Netflix eyes an $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., we trace co-founder Reed Hastings' unique journey from selling vacuums to building a streaming empire. Discover the lessons for students and professionals.
Hollywood unions warn of massive job cuts and reduced cinema releases as Netflix proposes a $72 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery. Read the full story.
Netflix stuns Hollywood with a $72 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros' film & streaming assets, including Harry Potter and HBO. Analysts warn of price hikes and regulatory battles. Read more.
Guntur Municipal Corporation fast-tracks merger of 11 villages before Dec 31 census deadline. The move aims to resolve infrastructure and governance issues in the urbanising outskirts. Read the full story.
Netflix's $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros marks the end of the streaming vs Hollywood war. Discover how this deal creates a new entertainment giant and challenges Disney's dominance.
Netflix outbids Paramount and Comcast to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's studios and franchises like Harry Potter and DC. The deal faces major regulatory scrutiny. Read more.
Canada's top lenders increased bonus reserves by 15% for fiscal 2025, driven by active capital markets and volatile trading. Discover which banks led the hikes and why.
Hyderabad's Water Board drafts a massive sewerage master plan for 27 merged municipalities, needing over Rs 20,000 crore investment for new pipelines and STPs. Read more.
Paramount Skydance formally questions the fairness of Warner Bros. Discovery's asset sale, alleging bias towards Netflix's bid. Read the full details of the corporate clash.
Paramount Skydance hikes its breakup fee to $5 billion to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, signaling confidence against Netflix and Comcast. The winner could be chosen in weeks.
Shares of state-owned banks fell sharply after the government clarified it is not considering raising the FDI limit in PSU banks from 20%. Get the full market analysis here.
Sarpanchs of 14 villages in Mohali block oppose government notification for merger into Mohali Municipal Corporation, warning of protests and legal action. Read more.
Top Chinese banks, including ICBC and AgBank, have removed high-interest 5-year certificates of deposit to cut costs. This move aims to ease pressure on record-low profit margins as lenders support the economy. Learn the implications for savers and the ba
Over 680 government schools closed in Odisha's Koraput region, impacting 8,854 tribal students. MP Ulaka warns of RTE violations and demands urgent reversal. Read more.
APSRTC union urges govt to restore free medicines for retired employees, citing hardship after merger. They demand a return to the pre-merger medical scheme benefits. Read more.
Omnicom announces over 4,000 layoffs and major agency mergers following its $13 billion acquisition of rival IPG. CEO says savings will exceed $750 million. Read the full story.
The government has ruled out any plans to restructure or merge public sector banks. Get details on FDI limits, IDBI Bank disinvestment, and RRB performance.
Central government employees await the 8th Pay Commission's formation. Learn how DA merger could boost basic pay, impact pensions, and the expected timeline for implementation. Stay updated!
Finance Ministry tells Lok Sabha no PSB merger proposals are under consideration. IDBI Bank strategic sale advances to due diligence stage by shortlisted bidders. Details inside.
Indian govt names 15 Fugitive Economic Offenders, including Vijay Mallya & Nirav Modi, owing ₹58,082 crore to PSBs. Details on recovery & list inside.
Governor Jishnu Dev Varma signs ordinance merging 27 municipalities into GHMC to boost administrative efficiency and service delivery in Hyderabad's expanding metro region. Details inside.
As Hyderabad expands by merging adjoining municipalities, officials debate renaming GHMC to Greater Hyderabad Authority (GHA), inspired by Bengaluru's model. Explore the potential changes.
India plans new public sector bank mergers to create global-sized lenders. While aiming to fund major projects, the move raises concerns over heightened systemic risk and concentration. Can India achieve scale without amplifying vulnerabilities?
Banks in Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh remain closed today for State Inauguration Day and Indigenous Faith Day. Check December 2023 holiday calendar and plan your banking activities accordingly.
Karnataka's magnet school initiative aims to merge 450 low-enrollment schools in Mysuru, sparking protests from activists fearing 1,600 school closures. Government denies shutdown claims.