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Realtors are being deluged with class-action lawsuits threatening to upend the traditional real estate compensation system, with 16 “copycat” cases filed in the wake of a mammoth $1.78 billion verdict handed down last October against top industry groups. Two California lawsuits filed this month — one in Los Angeles and one in Sacramento — brought to 20 the number of federal court cases seeking to end requirements that home sellers pay agents for the buyers. The lawsuits name the National Association of Realtors and more…

Veteran industrialist and former Tata Group Chairman Ratan Tata on Tuesday said he has no associations with cryptocurrency of any form. Strongly refuting reports of his investments in cryptocurrency, in a tweet, Tata said, "I request netizens to please stay aware. I have no associations with cryptocurrency of any form." Sharing a screenshot of an article that stated his "recent investment had experts in disbelief and major banks concerned" as an example, he wrote, "If you see any articles or ads mentioning my association…

What made you take on the responsibility of chairing the 2023 Jury for the JCB Prize for Literature? Srinath Perur (Apeejay Kolkata Literature Festival) I guess being part of the jury for a prize like this is one way of connecting, of sharing one’s sensibility with the world. It also seemed like it might be fun and illuminating to read a large cross-section of recently published books to get a sense for what’s going on out there. The 2022 shortlist comprised entirely of translations. As a translator, did the…

Published By: Paras YadavLast Updated: April 20, 2023, 09:05 ISTIn a major development, the Indian Commercial Pilots Association (ICPA) and the Indian Pilots Guild (IPG) of Air India have rejected the new pay structure proposed by the airline.The primary bone of contention is the reduction in flying allowance from 70 hours to 40 hours every month under the new structure, which the pilots believe is unfair.The two unions have warned of possible ‘industrial unrest’ if the management goes ahead with the new terms without…

The identification of both known and novel gene associations with body mass index (BMI) offers a deeper understanding of the biology of obesity, as well as potential biomarkers and treatment targets.Researchers from the Department of Biomedical Informatics have uncovered new insights into gene expressions associated with body mass index by tapping into a multiethnic cohort.The Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has uncovered 45 genes linked to body mass index (BMI)…

Top cryptocurrency associations demonstrate significant technological advancement The 21st century has seen exceptional technological advancement, specifically in terms of information technology. The latest discussions about cryptocurrency and Blockchain technology demonstrate significant technological advancement. Being decentralized in quality, a blockchain is extremely secure as no single user can change or remove an entry in the blockchain. Due to its highly secure and encrypted core, blockchain technology has been…

Business and industrial associations are formed to promote and protect their common interests and goals. Many such organisations exist in the country, like the Associated Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ASSOCHAM), the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). These organisations or chambers function as the national guardians of trade, commerce, and industry.These organisations or associations have been catalysts in promoting internal trade as an…

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain The difference between a desirable, vibrant neighborhood and one that is stagnant and moribund can depend on the strength of its local associations. These groups often act as the engine of local public life, organizing the kinds of sporting activities, cookouts, festivals and holiday celebrations that tighten the community fabric.…

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) today releasedVehicle Retail Data for July’22. The association for the first time has released a 3W sub-segment along with its regular 2W, 3W, PV, and CV Data. Commenting on how July’22 performed, FADA President, Mr. Vinkesh Gulati said, Our quest for a deeper insight into Auto Retail figures, FADA for the first time has released 3W sub-segment retail figures. After the breakup of the CV segment, the 3W sub-segmentation will help all the stakeholders understand the…

Credit: CC0 Public Domain The American Educational Research Association (AERA) and six other leading research associations have submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in support of narrowly tailored race-conscious admissions practices at Harvard University and the University of North Carolina. Joining AERA on the brief were the American Anthropological Association, the American Association for the Advancement of…