Mark Segal April 28 The IFRS Foundation’s International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) announced today a series of proposed changes to its climate-related disclosure standard aimed at easing some requirements for companies related to reporting on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions While the changes would affect a wide range of companies reporting on climate-related issues under the standard the amendments would most significantly impact requirements for financial sector companies with new reliefs introduced allowing entities to exclude Scope 3 emissions reporting associated with derivatives facilitated emissions or insurance-associated emissions more than 35 jurisdictions have started the process to use the standards the new proposed changes to IFRS S2 are being made in response to market feedback addressing specific application challenges and with a focus on making it easier for companies to apply the standards while retaining the decision-usefulness of information for investors rather than to reduce GHG emissions disclosures “It is the role of a responsible standard-setter to listen to market feedback from the earliest implementation stages and to support preparers in the application of our Standards we have taken steps to respond in a timely manner by proposing targeted amendments helping preparers where possible without causing too much disruption and ensuring that our Standards continue to enable the provision of decision-useful information to investors.” One of the key proposed changes to the climate-related disclosure standard is an amendment to Scope 3 category 15 emissions which is focused on value chain emissions relating to investments such as financial services companies’ investment entities would be permitted to limit disclosure to financed emissions and exclude emissions associated with derivatives In order to enable users of the reporting to understand the magnitude of emissions being excluded the ISSB also proposed adding a requirement for companies to disclose the amount of derivatives or other financial activity being excluded from the Scope 3 disclosure Additional changes proposed include an amendment for entities with commercial banking or insurance activities reporting on financed emissions to provide relief from a requirement to use the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS) in disclosing disaggregated financed emissions information as well as permission for reporting companies to use jurisdiction-required Global Warming Potential (GWP) values that are not from the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) if required by a jurisdictional authority to use other GWP values and clarification on the jurisdictional relief to use a measurement method other than the Greenhouse Gas Protocol for measuring GHG emissions The ISSB released its proposed amendments in an Exposure Draft Click here to access the exposure draft and response form ESG Reporting / Join our mailing list for the latest breaking ESG 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Please click here to see any active alerts Greenhouse gases trap heat and make the planet warmer. Human activities are responsible for almost all of the increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere over the last 150 years.1 The largest source of greenhouse gas emissions from human activities in the United States is from burning fossil fuels for electricity EPA tracks total U.S. emissions by publishing the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks This annual report estimates the total national greenhouse gas emissions and removals associated with human activities across the United States by source Land Use, Land-Use Change, and Forestry in the United States is a net sink and offsets 13% of these greenhouse gas emissions. This net sink is not shown in the above diagrams. All emission estimates are sourced from the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990–2022 greenhouse gas emissions and sinks in each economic sector Electric Power Transportation Industry Commercial/Residential Agriculture Land Use/Forestry A million metric tons equals about 2.2 billion pounds a small car is likely to weigh a little more than 1 metric ton a million metric tons are roughly the same mass as 1 million small cars GHG Inventory uses metric units for consistency and comparability with other countries a metric ton is slightly more (approximately 10%) than a U.S Greenhouse gas emissions are often measured in carbon dioxide (CO2) equivalent. To convert emissions of a gas into CO2 equivalent, its emissions are multiplied by the gas's Global Warming Potential (GWP) The GWP takes into account the fact that many gases are more effective at warming Earth than CO2 Some incidents can have multiple charges associated with them which can inflate these numbers alongside community and law enforcement partners will once again be hand-delivering meals to those who are in need this Thanksgiving Deadline to register to receive a meal: November 21 It’s that time of year again! The Citizen Police Academy and the Student Police Academy are now taking registrations These programs are a great opportunity to learn the roles training and responsibilities of the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Email: zone3psc1@gmail.com Meetings: 4th Thursday of the month from 6:00pm to 7:30pm The November meeting will be held on the third Thursday due to the Thanksgiving holiday There are no meetings in August or December In Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Most meetings are held virtually The Zone Three Public Safety Council was formed in the late 1970’s as the Zone 3 Police - Citizen’s Council with the mission “to serve as a vehicle for the exchange of ideas information and advice so communities may work together for solutions to problems of mutual concern; and to develop more effective and efficient communication community and the Bureau of Police we continue serve as a bridge between residents and public safety personnel Working together keeps us that when we work together Meetings are both informational and solutions oriented We support the development of neighborhood public safety groups and activities (i.e block watches) believing that each community block or groups of blocks has the responsibility to identify and help maintain quality of life and public safety concerns Each year we select a primary project that will benefit all communities in Zone 3 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Arlingtonciviccouncil Meetings: Occurs every first Monday from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM The Arlington Civic Council is a community organization trying to better the Arlington community and surrounding communities Email: carrickcommunitycouncil@gmail.com Meetings: Meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM (except November due to Election Day we meet on the 2nd Tuesday) In Person Meeting Location: Meet in the Concord Elementary School Auditorium Pittsburgh PA 15210 except July and August When facing the building enter through the double doors on the right side of the building Street parking and additional parking is permitted in the St Pius X Byzantine Catholic Church next to the school July and August we will meet at the Carrick Community Pavilion The Carrick/Overbrook Block Watch is a program of neighbors looking out for each other to promote and overall sense of safety We work with the Zone 3 Community Resource Office to report current crime statistics in our neighborhood to community members We enlist the active participation of residents to reduce crime by remaining aware We are working together to identify and solve problems in our community Email: Aimee Mangham, Outreach Specialist - aimee@pghhilltopalliance.org Website: www.pghhilltopalliance.org Office of Councilperson Bob Charland (District 3) Email: joyce.pagan@pittsburghpa.gov Meetings: 3rd Thursday of the month at 11am Knoxwatch is a monthly meeting where Knoxville residents have the opportunity to meet with their City Councilperson and other community stakeholders to discuss a variety of issues impacting Knoxville with an emphasis on identifying solutions Topics of discussion range from public safety concerns to property issues Email: mtolivercity.stclair.commgrp@gmail.com In Person Meeting Location: Ormsby Avenue Cafe Email: revesmith@spcoalitionforpeace.org In Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Contact us for more information In Person Meeting Location: Contact us for more information The South Pittsburgh Coalition for Peace (SPCP) was founded in 2005 by the Birmingham Foundation in conjunction with several community grassroots organizations local service providers and faith-based institutions in response to a shooting death of a Carrick High School student The SPCP is a conglomerate of volunteers and agencies that are committed to the prevention of violence in the South Pittsburgh communities Email: Info@SouthSideCAN.org Meetings: 6-9PM on the third Tuesday of the month In Person/Virtual/Hybrid: In person only. 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the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page technology landscape is poised to experience significant transformations under the second Trump administration Key sectors such as the semiconductor industry and digital payments may experience substantial regulatory and policy shifts These changes are expected to have far-reaching impacts on innovation which in turn will impact financing and M&A activity in the technology sector Understanding these policy shifts will be crucial for strategic planning and maintaining resilience in an evolving regulatory landscape such as those businesses with crypto or AI offerings may benefit from changes to regulations or policies in the incoming administration such as those in the clean technology sector could be negatively impacted In addition to the implications listed above critical to understanding the technology sector trends will also be the incoming administration’s position on areas of the law that are critical to the technology industry Contact us to learn how we can help your company navigate the evolving technology landscape Michael J.Delaney Jasmine T.Chen Presidential Pulse: Navigating the Second Trump Administration Prepare for a frightful host of content as The Haunting returns in Season 6 bringing a host of horrifying content to Battle Pass Stalk your enemies as the legendary slasher Michael Myers alongside a host of monsters and survivors plus new Weapon Blueprints and more Prepare for the horrors ahead with frightening new content coming to the Season 6 Battle Pass and Store content in Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® III The Season 6 Battle Pass introduces over 100 rewards Purchase the premium Battle Pass to earn up to 1,400 Call of Duty Points as you progress through the Sectors or purchase BlackCell for the ultimate seasonal experience including a variety of black-and-white Operator Skins to uncover all the ghastly content arriving in Season 6 starting with BlackCell’s premium offering mutated Alone Operator headlining Season 6’s BlackCell offering alongside a variety of animated BlackCell Operator Skins Upgrade Your Battle Pass Experience: Purchase BlackCell for full access to the Season 6 Battle Pass along with 1,100 CP 20 Battle Token Tier Skips (25 on PlayStation®) and earnable BlackCell-alternate content including 6 Tracer Weapon Blueprints and 10 animated Operator Skins Purchase BlackCell to enter the Battle Pass map via an exclusive BlackCell Sector This Sector immediately rewards 1,100 COD Points Melt your enemies with the “Ghost Charmer” Assault Rifle Weapon Blueprint featuring a ghostly animated skin that pulses over the weapon’s stock black and white design Or opt for the animated “Maximum Aspect” SMG weapon blueprint with an extended magazine Both weapons feature “Chromatographic” Tracers and the “Cenotaph Slam” Death Effect Instantly access the “Throat Rip” Finishing Move to silence your targets with a devastating attack to the jugular Other BlackCell items are unlockable throughout the Season 6 Battle Pass including 10 alternate BlackCell animated Operator Skins and 6 animated Weapon Blueprints with tracers and death effects BlackCell Operator Skins confirmed: Farah (x2) Players who upgrade to BlackCell after purchasing the Battle Pass will also receive 1,100 COD Points back The ghastly Alone fuses three bodies into one in a horrific mutant Operator Skin that animates with dripping blood and a static pulse its disdain for small talk realized through the “Throat Rip” Finishing Move Alone is joined by a cast of BlackCell Operators whose very colors have seeped out of them leaving behind a black and grayscale appearance that looks fresh out of the silver screen Whether you purchase the BlackCell offering or the premium Battle Pass for 1,100 COD Points the Instant Reward Sector becomes available including a new Skin for Farah plus the legendary slasher icon Michael Myers Farah is preparing for the long haul with backpacking gear that will help her survive in harsh terrain as she travels to her next target Muted all-weather apparel provides the means to move through the mountains without giving up her position accompanied by surveillance and camping equipment for intel gathering and overnight excursions BlackCell Owners: Get the “Mountaineer BlackCell” alternate Skin depicting Farah in a black and grayscale has arrived in Call of Duty and he’s ready to decimate anyone who gets in his way The iconic monster among men and terrorizer of Haddonfield stalks the AO with a horrifying and callous pursuit of blood BlackCell Owners: Swap out the original green coveralls worn in the base Operator Skin for a darker blue The Instant Reward Sector also grants a 10% Battle Pass boost the “Silent Stalker” Weapon Blueprint for the Holger 556 Assault Rifle featuring Michael Myers’ face on the model and the “Haddonfield Takedown” Operator Finishing Move Complete the Battle Pass Sectors to unlock a variety of new Operator Skins BlackCell Alternate Skin: Each of the following Operator Skins comes paired with a BlackCell alternate Skin leaving behind a black and grayscale look that would fit perfectly into a classic horror film “Shaded Soldier” Skins (Makarov Operator Skin Battle Pass Skin: Makarov is up to something as he gears up in this full body tactical uniform complete with a face mask to deflect headshots and identification in the form of the Combat Viper patches attached to his gear and jacket sleeve “Camp is Hell” Skins (Banshee Operator Skin Battle Pass Skin: Never let anyone tell you it’s easy to be a camp counselor Splattered in blood and dirt with cracked eyeglasses this Operator Skin keeps on trucking through even the most disturbing interruptions she’ll get your attention before dispatching you Battle Pass Skin: Against even the most gruesome slashers and killers putting all that practice into a fighting form as Valeria dons red pom poms and an unsettling Burger Town High backpack made special for The Haunting Battle Pass Skin: New to the Operator lineup in Season 6 Slamfire carries the tokens of his football playing days packing in his ball and trophy alongside more practical slaying elements like a metal sledgehammer his jacket and cap still fitting as they did in his playing days “The Last Straw” Skins (Dokkaebi Operator Skin Battle Pass Skin: Don’t expect this deadly scarecrow to stay still This carefully sewn and stuffed Operator Skin will scare away more than just the birds the stitching over its face lending a menacing look Wood limbs protruding from the bunched hay gives evidence of a supernatural force at work “Bubby’s Night Out” Skins (Riptide Operator Skin Battle Pass Skin: Bubby’s taking the night off his usual shift at the Drive Thru to reign terror on his foes in the field If the sharp teeth and bloody mouth don’t get your hairs on end note the plastic arms indicating that this isn’t just some Operator wearing a helmet “This is Fine” Skins (Jabber Operator Skin Battle Pass Skin: Why not have a little fun while slaying a crazed clown appears to be holding Jabber hostage or is there a more sinister synthesis between soldier and trickster Gear up with two new functional weapons available to earn as rewards in the standard and premium Battle Pass at launch: Eliminate long-range threats with this slow-firing and hard-hitting battle rifle chambered in .30-06 Featuring high damage and a steady fire rate this Battle Rifle is the perfect weapon for downing enemies at range Use Gunsmith to further enhance its capabilities from far out or configure it for improved handling in the mid-range its strong base stats lend a solid foundation for a hard-hitting playstyle With its best-in-class fire rate and Tac Stance accuracy this LMG was crafted to tear enemies through at short to medium range Combining a high fire rate with a fast reload speed the Kastov LSW is ideal for aggressive play and is more than capable in closer ranges with its exceptional Tac Stance accuracy you won’t have to worry about running dry during a critical fight Earn up to 21 Weapon Blueprints in the premium Season 6 Battle Pass alongside new Calling Cards and Zombies Acquisitions (including Aether Tools plus a Ray Gun Weapon Case The Season 6 Battle Pass Weapon Blueprints can generally be grouped into four main themes: Sector 1: “Butcher Knife” Combat Knife Melee Completion Sector: “Split Ends” Superi 46 SMG Blueprints in this category feature basic weapon models cobbled together and altered by their encounters with horrifying enemies Sector 1: “Blasted Agony” Lockwood MK2 Shotgun Sector 14: “Death Drop” Kastov LSW LMG (New Weapon)* Sector 16: “Mortal Demise” BP50 Assault Rifle* Equip animated Weapon Blueprints featuring orange and purple ooze that drips and rotates over the body Sector 2: “Demon Raiser” Longbow Sniper Rifle* Sector 7: “Demon’s Reign” Sledgehammer Melee The face of evil scrolls across these animated Weapon Blueprints Try not to grow fearful of your weapon when the glowing eyes of demons pass by Sector 3: “Roaming Horrors” Torque 35 Launcher Sector 3: “Death’s Hands” SVA 545 Assault Rifle* Sector 12: “Bladed Whisper” Soulrender Melee Sector 17: “Illusive Phantom” Marksman Rifle Sector 20: “Dead Haunting” DTIR 30-06 Battle Rifle (New Weapon)* though these hard-hitting animated Weapon Blueprints argue that power haunts Sector 10: “Party Favor” BAL-27 Assault Rifle Sector 19: “Jack’s Lantern” Renetti Handgun Celebrate Halloween with the classic jack-o’-lantern its glowing features grinning over the bodies of these animated Weapon Blueprints [* Denotes a Weapon Blueprint with a BlackCell variant Six of Season 6’s Battle Pass Blueprints are paired with a BlackCell variant in the same tier These variants feature a static animation and a black and white design showcasing your reign as the king of death Demon Raiser — Longbow Sniper Rifle (Sector 2 BlackCell variant comes with Chromatographic Tracers and “Cenotaph Slam” Death Effect Down distant targets with this Weapon Blueprint outfitted with a long barrel for an extended damage range along with improved rechambering speed and aim down sights (ADS) speed to help you acquire targets fast with quick follow up shots to ensure they go down for the count Death’s Hands — SVA 545 Assault Rifle (Sector 3 Equipped with a precision sight and enhanced gun kick control and vertical recoil control this is the ideal weapon for aggressive Assault Rifle players who want to get into the fray and battle enemies with accurate firepower and fast movement speed This Weapon Blueprint based on the new Season 6 LMG uses a suppressor to keep your shots off the enemy radar combined with improved recoil control and ADS speed for snappy Mortal Demise — BP50 Assault Rifle (Sector 16 With enhanced bullet velocity and range paired with improved ammo reserves this Weapon Blueprint is in it for the long haul Its strong recoil control helps you stay on target and a slight boost to your movement speed keeps you light on your feet in combat Equipped with the JAK Glassless Optic Aftermarket Part this SMG Weapon Blueprint is built for ADS combat and a 32-round magazine to help you get those final This Weapon Blueprint based on the new Season 6 Battle Rifle caters to the gun’s performance against distant enemies using a long barrel to extend bullet velocity and range a suppressor to keep your shots of the enemy radar and a 40-round magazine for sustained combat Complete 100% of the map by conquering all Sectors to access the final Completion Sector including 300 COD Points plus the “Split Ends” Superi 46 SMG Weapon Blueprint and the following Operator Skin: Your opponents will be checking their corners twice when going up against the horrifying ghost of Urzikstan Be thankful that this phantom prefers to wear her hair long as what can be seen of her face is truly disturbing If the dripping blood doesn’t warn them off BlackCell Additional Skin: The color may have drained from this ghost but the terror is still on full display in this BlackCell alternate skin that will paralyze your foes with fear Hunt down your enemies as some of horror’s most iconic characters and villains including Daryl Dixon from AMC’s The Walking Dead and a litany of other monsters straight out of your nightmares Here are some of the highlights coming in Season 6: Become the ultimate hunter with the “Daryl Dixon” Operator Skin or take on special ops in the character’s “Commonwealth Operative” Operator Skin he’s backed up by three Weapon Blueprints featuring Survivor’s Streak Tracers and “Dixon’s Vengeance” Death Effect: the “Hope is not Lost” Holger 556 Assault Rifle Seek vengeance with the “Dixon’s Retribution” Finishing Move* *The “Dixon’s Retribution” Finishing Move will not be available for use in Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile Fear is only the beginning with this Bundle featuring the “Art the Clown” Operator Skin paired with two blood-soaked Weapon Blueprints: the “Terrifier” RAM-7 Assault Rifle and the “Miles County Killer” WSP-9 SMG Convince your victims to drop their guard with the “Sunny Disposition” Emblem Keep the frights rolling from match to match by equipping the “Terrifier” Loading Screen so that you’re never far from your favorite killer clown Keep the jack-o-lantern burning and take your pick of two Operator Skins: “Sam” and “Sam Unmasked.” To satiate your need for sweets equip the “Sweet Tooth” Superi 46 SMG or the “Season’s Greetings” RAAL MG LMG both featuring Trick ‘r Treat Tracers and the “Gourd Guts” Death Effect Slam your enemies with the “Sam’s Lollipop” Melee Weapon Blueprint also featuring the “Gourd Guts” Death Effect Eliminate enemies from behind using the “Lollipopped” Finishing Move and become the keeper of Halloween by equipping the “High Night Take your pick of four different Trick ‘r Treat-themed Operator Skins: the “Paper Bagger” “Happy Bunny,” “Devil,” or “Vlad,” each donning a different costume and mask win your battles with the “Candy Coated” MTZ-556 Assault Rifle and the “Bloodsucker” Haymaker Shotgun both featuring Trick ‘r Treat Tracers and “Gourd Guts” Death Effect Announce your presence with the “Knock Knock” Weapon Sticker and the “Trick ‘r Treat – Halloween Mask” Loading Screen spread fear as “Possessed Makarov” or “Possessed Valeria,” and their huge grins unnerving enemies once they realize the trouble they’re in Take the “Sinister Smirk” SOA Subverter Battle Rifle and the “Eerie Affliction” Static-HV SMG Weapon Blueprints into battle both featuring Sadistic Smile Tracers and “Fatal Blow” Death Effect Share the smile far and wide with the “It Will Never Let Go” Large Decal Toss your vows and get revenge as the “I Don’t” Ultra Operator Skin a spurned bride returning to haunt those closest to her Pick up the fight with two Weapon Blueprints “The Vow” Assault Rifle and “Veiled Threat” LMG Show them you mean business with the “Bloody Bride” Emblem The Bundle also includes a massive 2,400 COD Points for use toward your next Battle Pass or Store purchase The lord of the underworld arrives in the form of the “Dios de Los Muertos” Operator Skin for Alejandro Send the souls of your opponents on their eternal journey with three Weapon Blueprints featuring Underworld Treasure Tracers and “Shimmering Sacrifice” Death Effect: the “Ofrenda a la Victoria” Static-HV SMG the “Defensor Del Inframundo” BAL-27 Assault Rifle Present your immortal status with the “Eternal Guardian” Calling Card “Skeletal Lord of the Underworld” Large Decal and the “Journey to Eternity” Loading Screen Become one with the Aether as “The Entity” herself the galaxy in full display over the surface of the Skin Wield the power of the universe with two animated Weapon Blueprints featuring Astral Tracers and “Rift Ripper” Death Effect The “Death Dimension” BAL-27 Assault Rifle includes a 60-round magazine for major suppressive fire and the “Endless Abyss” TAQ Eradicator LMG snaps onto targets fast with improved ADS speed and sprint to fire speed Lift the veil and spread your influence with the “Ava’s Entity” Large Decal And for your next deployment into the Exclusion Zone the Ray Gun Case will ensure a powerful start Get ready to party with the well-stocked “Oktoberfest” Operator Skin for BBQ including three weapons with Spilt Tracers: the “Glass Cannon” M4 Assault Rifle and the “Last Round” DTIR 30-06 Battle Rifle Keep the good times going with the “Volksfest” Emblem and celebrate with the gang by equipping the “Cheers!” Loading Screen Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile shares much of its content with Call of Duty: Warzone and Modern Warfare III including Bundles and Battle Pass progress terrify your enemies with scare-themed Bundles featuring horrifying content based on The Walking Dead and you’ll receive a variety of pre-order benefits including the brand-new Reflect 115 Camo Pack for Modern Warfare III Pre-order the Cross-Gen Edition on Console or the Standard Edition on PC to receive the following: Pre-order the Vault Edition on Console or PC and receive the previous rewards as well as the following: Game Pass Subscribers are set to receive all Cross-Gen Edition benefits and those who upgrade for $30 (or local equivalent) to the Vault Edition will receive all Vault Edition benefits Those players who have already preordered Black Ops 6 will receive the Reflect 115 Camo Pack automatically The Reflect 115 Camo Pack consists of the Reflect 115 Mastery Camo for use in Modern Warfare III you receive three Flawless Aetherium Crystals and three Ray Gun Weapon Cases for immediate use in Modern Warfare Zombies All content does not carry forward into Black Ops 6    *Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III or Call of Duty: Warzone on the pre-order platform required to redeem Woods Operator Pack and Reflect 115 Camo Pack The Walking Dead © 2024 AMC Film Holdings LLC Art the Clown and The Little Pale Girl are trademarks owned by Art the Clown and CALL OF DUTY BLACK OPS are trademarks of Activision Publishing All other trademarks and trade 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For Call of Duty Updates, follow @CODUpdates on X The Haunting returns and it’s more terrifying than ever Introducing a horrific cast of Operators alongside the new "Drive Thru" Multiplayer map and six new map variants the anything-goes Purgatory Limited Time mode Blog 4: After Full Gameplay Access to Area 99 we drop all the details on this brand-new Resurgence Map confirm the important innovations – including Omnimovement Global Weapon Builds – along with plans for Perks Blog 3: With the first Zombies Gameplay of Liberty Falls we confirm all the new intel from Call of Duty: NEXT including Main Quest and Directed Mode news and the first test of the zombie-chowing Wonder Weapon: The Thrustodyne Model 23 and CALL OF DUTY VANGUARD are trademarks of Activision Publishing The Software License and Service Agreement will be updated. Please follow this link [https://www.activision.com/legal/ap-eula] in order to see these changes Tuesday | May 06 2025 | Delhi’s economy witnessed a slowdown in FY 2024-25 with real gross domestic product (GDP) growth easing to 6.2 per cent down from 9.16 per cent in the previous financial year as per the Estimates of State Domestic Product 2024-25 released by the Directorate of Economics and Statistics  Delhi’s economic slowdown mirrors the broader national trend with India’s GDP growth also dipping from 9.2 to 6.5 per cent over the same period The Capital’s economy expanded to Rs 7.11 lakh crore in FY 2024-25 up from Rs 6.69 lakh crore the previous year Per capita income in Delhi rose to Rs 4.93 lakh significantly slower than the 10.11 per cent growth seen the year before While Delhi’s per capita income was nearly three times the national average in 2011-12 the gap has narrowed over time as the national average grew at a faster pace it stands at about two-and-a-half times India’s average of Rs 2.05 lakh attributed the deceleration largely to weaker performance in the secondary and tertiary sectors the tertiary sector—comprising services such as transport and accounting for nearly 85 per cent of Delhi’s economy—grew at just 6.5 per cent compared to 8.8 per cent in the previous year.  This marked the second consecutive year of slowdown with growth having declined from 10.27 per cent in 2022-23 and communications were the worst affected with their growth rates almost being cut in half last year Delhi And Its Economic PainBW Businessworld earlier reported that despite being a top-tier city Delhi struggles with severe traffic congestion and inadequate public transport in certain areas The situation worsens during the monsoons when the city's infrastructure falters heavy rainfall caused the collapse of a renovated canopy at New Delhi airport The recent stampede at the station revealed the severe strain that Delhi's burgeoning population places on its infrastructure With the city's population density at 11,320 persons per sq km leading to tragic incidents like the one witnessed on 15 February 2025 “We must note that with a total fertility rate (1.7) below the national average and the replacement level the population numbers in Delhi can be attributed in large part to migration with one-third of Delhi’s population living in sub-standard housing including 675 slum clusters and 1,797 unauthorised colonies The fact that 40 lakh people reside in unauthorised settlements and 15 lakh in slums is not just about population growth—it is also about rapid urbanisation and the failure to provide affordable housing,” Poonam Muttreja Also Read: Crippling Infra, Toxic Air: Can Modi's BJP Fix Delhi’s Urban Woes? National Capital Under The BJPFollowing the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) decisive victory in the Delhi Assembly elections Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the party's commitment to the capital's development "Development wins and good governance triumphs." He further assured “It is our guarantee that we will leave no stone unturned in developing Delhi improving the overall quality of life for the people and ensuring that Delhi has a prime role to play in building a Viksit Bharat.” the BJP faces significant challenges in fulfilling its ambitious promises including financial support for women and senior citizens the economy of the national capital is a mix of rapid growth growing challenges and a complex political landscape To ensure the economic stability of underprivileged women in the capital by providing them with financial assistance of Rs 2,500 per month Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta in March stated that the state government has allocated Rs 5,100 crore for the Mahila Samridhi Yojana CM Gupta presented the state’s budget for 2025-26 and stated that this year the budget of the Delhi government is Rs one lakh crore a significant increase as compared to the last year the CM highlighted that this is a budget of transformation from a dire economy to Viksit Delhi “Keeping the security requirements in mind installation of additional 50,000 cameras has been proposed especially for women.” To improve the road and bridge infrastructure in the state an allocation of Rs 3,843 crore has been made Highlighting that despite being the national capital the Chief Minister stated that a large section of the state resides in slums and JJ colonies The CM stated that Rs 696 crore has been allocated to provide basic facilities in slums and JJ colonies Gupta stated that Rs 500 crore has been allocated to develop 40 decentralised sewage plants Subscribe to our newsletter to get updates on our latest news Here's everything you need to know about the Modern Warfare 3 battle pass for both MW3 and Warzone during the previous CoD iteration Follow us for daily PC games news, guides and reviews on X, Facebook, Google News, and Steam. Or sign up to our free newsletter Get in the ring in an electric Season 5 bringing new content to Battle Pass Become a champion with WWE Superstar Skins alongside others sparking for a fight plus new Weapon Blueprints and more Operators must face off and eliminate all threats to muscle their way to the championship Gear up for brutal battles ahead with the Season 5 Battle Pass and Store content arriving in Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® III The Season 5 Battle Pass introduces over 100 rewards Purchase the premium Battle Pass to earn up to 1,400 COD Points as you progress through the Sectors or purchase BlackCell for the ultimate seasonal experience including a variety of electric Operator Skins Continue for a detailed overview of all the epic content arriving in Season 5 Terrify your enemies as the ghostly Reckoner leading Season 5’s BlackCell offerings alongside a variety of BlackCell Operator Skins Upgrade Your Battle Pass Experience: Purchase BlackCell for full access to the Season 5 Battle Pass along with 1,100 COD Points and earnable BlackCell-alternate content including 7 Tracer Weapon Blueprints and 11 animated Operator Skins Purchase BlackCell to enter the Battle Pass map via an exclusive Sector Dish out kingly judgement with the “Long Live the King” SMG and the “Malleus” Sledgehammer and hammer circle the barrel of the SMG featuring Inquisitor Tracers while glyphs stream down the length of the hammer imbued with Inquisitor Impact and each one inflicts the “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect on defeated foes and Finisher” Finishing Move whereby your Operator settles the matter for good using extrajudicial means Other BlackCell items are unlockable throughout the Season 5 Battle Pass These include 11 alternate BlackCell Operator Skins and 7 animated Weapon Blueprints BlackCell Operator Skins confirmed: Valeria (x2) The veiled Reckoner reveals its ghastly inner presence as an animated Operator sparking with the energy of transformation Reckoner joins KorTac as a menacing new presence his penchant for retribution displayed in the “Judge Reckoner is joined by a cast of animated BlackCell Operators imbued with a similar electric effect and geared up in intricate black and yellow tactical gear including a new Skin for Valeria plus the new Mami Operator There’s no messing around with the Baroness Leader of the Las Almas Cartel and cunning beyond belief Valeria is here to exact revenge on those who put her away Strike fear with her “Roving Adventure” Operator Skin adorned with ancient relics acquired in dangerous escapades BlackCell Owners: Get the “Valeria BlackCell” alternate Skin for a grander black and yellow look with animated armor and a skull-painted face WWE star Rhea Ripley brings her a one-of-a-kind brutality to the battlefield with her “Mami” Operator ready to take enemies head on with her signature gothic look: dark eyeliner and lipstick BlackCell Owners: Get the “Mami BlackCell” alternate skin for a flashier fit with a patterned leather vest over a yellow body suit the "Prismtrap” Weapon Blueprint for the FJX Horus SMG featuring the JAK Scimitar Kit Aftermarket Part each paired with an animated BlackCell alternate Skin: Battle Pass Skin: Bantam calls on the sun’s power with a burnished metal mask and intricate adornments snaking over his tattooed arms he’s ready for the vigors of battle whatever may come BlackCell Additional Skin: The sun darkens in the BlackCell variant of this Skin sparks and smoke rising from the mask as if it’s just been snuffed out The silver adornments and black and yellow tactical gear show there’s some life yet in this star Battle Pass Skin: Don the confident attire of the Luchadora in a flame-accented mask over inlaid red and yellow attire tailored for the ultimate prize fight BlackCell Additional Skin: Byline upgrades her championship outfit with striking black tactical gear inlaid with yellow highlights and a dark phantom mask The BlackCell variant sparks and steams with latent power Battle Pass Skin: Enigma gears up for heavy combat in the desert carrying an excess of ammunition over a camouflaged uniform designed for fighting in hot conditions BlackCell Additional Skin: Swap camo for the season’s signature BlackCell look combining a black tactical uniform with yellow highlights and sparks flying Notice the ghastly color of the rounds in his bandolier Battle Pass Skin: Captain Price at your service As a formidable soldier and leader of Task Force 141 Price deploys in a military uniform ready for anything the Union Jack strapped to his chest and back BlackCell Additional Skin: Don a sleeker look with black gear highlighted by yellow and white accessories Sparks fly from animated hang wraps signifying Price’s electric performance on the trigger “Knight's Resolve” Skins (Hammer Operator Skin Battle Pass Skin: For nighttime operations This Operator Skin features high-tech night vision goggles and a thick red jacket with heavy armor A red plume rises from the helmet in the style of a knight BlackCell Additional Skin: Hammer’s night vision goggles flicker and glow in the BlackCell variant as a ghostly animation flows through his heavy armor accentuated with the pale plume rising over the black and yellow uniform Battle Pass Skin: Ivan proudly displays the Konni Group logo on winter gear suited for combat in the harshest conditions with accessories and tools intended to get out of all emergencies thrown at him BlackCell Additional Skin: Ivan deploys in the BlackCell-alternate “Boss’ Favorite” Skin popping with yellow highlights over his gear and sparking for a fight Battle Pass Skin: Jet recalls the might of the samurai with a modern take on their traditional attire employing tan and black armor fashioned with orange highlights matching the grinning mask peeking out from the helmet BlackCell Additional Skin: Polished metal shines over this black samurai armor with yellow threads and an unnerving golden mask The weapons at her side display a ghostly animated pattern Bring compact lethality to the battlefield with this small SMG chambered in 5.7mm boasting a high fire rate and significant ammo capacity in the factory magazine Lead your squad to victory by taking point with this ruthless SMG featuring 50 rounds in its base configuration Excel in skirmishes where the odds are against you eliminating multiple enemies in a row before needing to reload whether that’s catering to a breathless off-the-hip approach or designing a precision model with pinpoint ADS fire The rifle that heralded the age of the assault rifle as a global standard Fully automatic and chambered in 7.92x33mm exhibiting a controllable recoil pattern with hard-hitting shots and clear iron sights Add handling and mobility improvements to create a snappy mid-ranged weapon to lead the fight or opt for extra range and a magnified scope to burst fire enemies from further out Earn up to 20 Weapon Blueprints in the premium Season 5 Battle Pass alongside new Calling Cards and Zombies Acquisitions (including an Aether Tools The Season 5 Battle Pass Weapon Blueprints can generally be grouped into four main themes: The Instant Sector features its own studded purple and white Blueprint with a metallic sheen and laces akin to a wrestler’s boot Sector 10: “Provocator” Bolt-Action Marksman Rifle Sector 12: “Parmularius” Lockwood 680 Shotgun Sector 16: “Merciful Downfall” Striker SMG Sector 18: “Luminous Dread” KV Inhibitor Sniper Rifle Sector 20: “Grand Assailant” XRK Stalker Sniper Rifle Equip red metal Blueprints with intricate inlays over top-of-the-line parts and silver highlights further enhances weapons from this pristine category Sector 2: “Laquearius” SVA 545 Assault Rifle* Sector 13: “Unyielding Forge” Sledgehammer Melee Sector 15: “Castus” KATT-AMR Sniper Rifle* Sector 19: “Dimachaerus” New Assault Rifle* Completion Sector: “Praetor” MCW Assault Rifle these Blueprints recall the iron discipline of an ancient past The brass and Latin inlays add further gravitas to these slayers Sector 3: “Carpophorus” Reclaimer 18 Shotgun* Sector 9: “Bestiarius” RAM-7 Assault Rifle Sector 14: “Benign Hero” WSP Stinger Handgun and “Gladius Graecus” BAS-B Battle Rifle* Sector 17: “Sculpted Aptitude” Static-HV SMG* these paint-splattered Blueprints sport bright designs blasted with color from the impact of enemy paintballs Weapons with Additional BlackCell Blueprints Seven of Season 5’s Battle Pass Blueprints are paired with a BlackCell variant in the same tier These variants combine a textured black surface with yellow highlights An animated glyph pattern alternately crawls up and retreats down the barrel Laquearius — SVA 545 Assault Rifle (Sector 2 BlackCell variant comes with Inquisitor Tracers and “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect Outfitted with a heavy break muzzle that significantly reduces recoil and a precision barrel for improved accuracy and range controlled shots using the weapon’s 2.5x magnification optic Carpophorus — Reclaimer 18 Shotgun (Sector 3 Inflict heavy damage up close with this Blueprint built with improved damage range and ADS handling plus additional tube ammo capacity at the cost of slower reloads Grip tape enhances Tac-Stance spread and no stock amps up your Operator’s mobility Attilius— Soulrender Melee Weapon (Sector 8 Wield the ceremonial Soulrender Melee blade in combat attacking your enemies with rapid slashes and slices while remaining light on your feet Glyphs flow down the length of the weapon in its BlackCell variant and a dispersing mist rises from its inner power Gladius Graecus — BAS-B Battle Rifle (Sector 14 This snappy Battle Rifle Blueprint utilizes a flash hider for a shortened ping on the enemy’s radar after firing plus a compensator for improved recoil A 30-round mag helps you stay in the fight longer with recoil control and stability enhancements working to keep you on target This versatile Blueprint features a 3.7x and 7.0x variable zoom scope with suppressor to keep shots off the radar Snipers on the move will appreciate its high-velocity ammo and improved ADS speeds Sculpted Aptitude — Static-HV SMG (Sector 17 this SMG Blueprint adds the JAK Glassless Optic for a clean sight paired with enhancements to ADS and sprint to fire speeds AN integrally suppressed barrel offers further benefits Dimachaerus — Season 5 Assault Rifle (Sector 19 Trade speed for suppression with this Blueprint based on the new Season 5 Assault Rifle combining a 60-round drum with a long barrel and heavy grip to help stay on target during sustained fire including 300 COD Points plus the “Praetor” MCW Assault Rifle Weapon Blueprint Seek vengeance as the Eradicator in this gothic-themed Operator Skin and chains to her vest and garments in a tailored look for dominating even the toughest fights BlackCell Additional Skin: Sparks fly off Mami in the BlackCell version of this Skin Deploy in chained black with yellow highlights including the wrestler’s initials "RR” on the back of the vest In red and black with a rose in her ear matching red eyes peering through a skull mask Death’s Medallion brings her foes to a swift end with incredible style Rose petals drift over the medallion at her waist and she carries a guitar over her serape to play melodies for friends and foes alike BlackCell Additional Skin: Striking yellow highlights over black bring a more sinister look in the BlackCell variant her guitar now throwing sparks over a ghostly animation over its surface her armor embedded with the medallion exhibiting similar effects Expand your champion roster with WWE Superstars Cody Rhodes and Rey Mysterio joined by an eclectic mix of Bundles featuring the divine to the cosmic and beyond Here are some of the highlights coming to Season 5: Born into wrestling royalty as the son of the late WWE Hall of Famer "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes was destined for greatness capturing multiple titles in WWE from 2007 to 2016 by capturing two Intercontinental Championships and six WWE Tag Team Championships before departing to forge his own path dethroning Roman Reigns to claim the Undisputed WWE Championship The “Tracer Pack: WWE — Cody Rhodes” Operator Bundle comes with the “American Nightmare” Operator Skin plus two stars and stripes-themed Weapon Blueprints with tracers the “Nightmarish Precision” Marksman Rifle and “The American Nightmare Arsenal” Superi SMG Slam your enemies with the “Cross Rhodes” Finishing Move and haunt them with the “The American Nightmare Weight Belt” Large Decal Rey Mysterio has spent his entire life defying odds and shattering expectations Trained from childhood in the Mexican lucha libre tradition Mysterio adopted his namesake mask to honor his uncle's legacy innovative offense and never-say-die attitude helped him capture every major title from the NXT Cruiserweight Championship to the World Heavyweight Championship becoming the smallest man to ever hold that prestigious prize The “Tracer Pack: WWE — Rey Mysterio” Operator Bundle includes “The Ultimate Underdog” Operator Skin and two red and black Weapon Blueprints with “619” Tracers and the “LWD” Death Effect The “Masked Mayhem” M16 Assault Rifle includes an Aftermarket Part alongside the “Defy Expectations” WSP Swarm SMG set in akimbo with drum magazines End the discussion with the “Mysterio Bulldog” Finishing Move and the “Booyaka Booy AKA 619” Large Decal This Bundle includes cel-shaded Operator Skins for Price Toon Force 141 is bringing two new cel-shaded Weapon Blueprints along for the ride the “Shady Shotty” Reclaimer 18 Shotgun and the “Arid Shade” HRM-9 SMG Stick it to ’em with additional weapon accessories including the “Ghost Goes Boom!” Large Decal plus the “I Want You” and “Last Smoke” Weapon Stickers Strike with divine ferocity as “The Goddess” Reactive Ultra Skin for Alpine Wield ancient armor over a statuesque form whose eyes and body increasingly glow after eliminating enemies Use the "Divine Touch” Finishing Move to dispel any doubts regarding your power The Goddess brings two incredible Weapon Blueprints both featuring “Divine” Tracers and the “Divine Dismemberment” Death Effect Strike from afar with the “Celestial Core” XRK Stalker Sniper Rifle emboldened with snakes slithering across the body and at the barrel Cast judgement up close with the brass and black “Celestial Rays” RAM-9 SMG its divine power pulsing through the weapon’s body Bless your armaments with the “Heart of the Divine” Weapon Charm and express your strength with the animated “Unfathomable Power” Calling Card Set an epic theme to your sessions using the “Origin Tale” Loading Screen You’ll feel right at home in Season 5’s new Bait Multiplayer map as Ripper’s “All Gilled Up” Operator Skin featuring a large fish head over scaled armor and a reflective windbreaker Gut your enemies with the “Scale and Bone” BP50 Assault Rifle and the akimbo “Phantom Soul” Basilisk Handgun; both Blueprints feature translucent parts and inflict shocking effects on foes with “Neon Angler” Tracers and the “Bottom Feeder” Death Effect Glow up your cosmetic collection with the “Seafood Diet” Large Decal Hypnotize your enemies with the depths of infinite space in the “Event Horizon” Operator Skin for Doc A gravity well circles her chest as stars orbit across her armor and face plate Acquire two galactic Blueprints with “Supernova” Tracers and the “Orbital Yeet” Death Effect the “General Relativity” TAQ Evolvere LMG and “Gravity Wave” RAM-9 SMG Display your intergalactic prowess with the “Spaced-Out” Large Decal For your next deployment into the Exclusion Zone the Bundle also includes a Flawless Aetherium Crystal; consume it once to Pack-A-Punch your current weapon to Level III Honor past warriors with the “Dreamer’s Entropy” Operator Skin in celebration of the Obon Festival mixing traditional Japanese elements over red and black tactical gear and a grimacing mask recalling vengeful spirits Wield two festival-themed Blueprints with “Obon Ember” Tracers the “Crane’s Birth” Static-HV SMG based on a new Season 5 weapon and the “Snake’s Demise” BAS-B Battle Rifle Embrace the spirit of honoring ancestral ties with the “Summer Festival” Large Decal Let the beast run free as the “Miryou Echo” Operator Skin for Jet Frost drips from this white and black tactical uniform suited for combat in the arctic wilds A wolf pelt and tail provide warmth and flair and sharp teeth line the bottom of a digital mask Strike your enemies with the “Beastly Howler” DG-58 LSW LMG and “Howling Demise” Striker SMG both equipped with “VwV 4.0” Tracers and the “Okami” Death Effect which whisks away beaten enemies in wind and dust and “Echo Endo: Thunder-Bolt" Loading Screen Rule and control the fight with the Tracer Pack: Underboss Pro Pack featuring the “Hooded Figment” Operator Skin for Enigma combining lightweight state-of-the-art equipment with a hooded figure built for stealth and mobility Slay your demons with the “Demon Hunter” Superi 46 SMG and “Soul Stealer” Assault Rifle Weapon Blueprints featuring “Ryujin” Tracers; both weapons are animated alongside illustrations of a raging oni Silence your enemies with the “Hiss of Death” Large Decal and “God of Storms” Weapon Sticker and equip the “Connective Honor” Emblem The Bundle also includes a whopping 2400 COD Points for use toward your next Battle Pass or Store purchase though each new season also brings original items to mobile through The Keep Season 5 brings four new Keeps in the launch window starting with the Thick Skin Keep offering the chance to earn the Corso — Hammer Horn Operator Skin and the DG-58 LSW — Thick Skin Weapon Blueprint plus more in the mid-season Reloaded update Modern Warfare III celebrates the 20th anniversary of Call of Duty with one of the greatest collections of Multiplayer maps ever assembled including modernized versions of all 16 launch maps from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) plus the introduction of an all-new open-world Zombies and a Campaign that finds Task Force 141 facing off against the ultimate threat in Vladimir Makarov logos and copyrights are the exclusive property of WWE and its subsidiaries logos and copyrights are the property of their respective owners and MODERN WARFARE are trademarks of Activision Publishing Get ready to experience Black Ops 6 for yourself Be a champion in Season 5 with two brand-new Core 6v6 maps and the arrival of wrestling royalty with WWE stars Rhea Ripley Complete the final story mission for Modern Warfare Zombies and prepare for a clean up on aisle five in Call of Duty: Warzone with the return of the Superstore in Urzikstan Black Ops Returns: Following the Xbox Games Showcase and Black Ops 6 Direct learn all the initial details across all facets of the game Gain insight into the signature Black Ops Campaign the massive Multiplayer offering with the return of Classic Prestige There were 109 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day. Russians were putting the most pressure on the Pokrovsk and Lyman sectors, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine the missile forces and artillery of the Ukrainian Defense Forces hit 4 areas of concentration of Russian personnel one radar station and 4 Russian artillery systems,” Ukraine's General Staff writes a combat clash took place near the town of Vovchansk 3 Russian attacks took place in the vicinity of Zahryzove Petropavlivka and Lozova over the last day Russia conducted 14 attacks in the areas of Toretsk and Shcherbynivka Ukrainian defenders stopped 18 Russian attacks towards the settlements of Tarasivka Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled 5 Russian attacks in the vicinity of Kostiantynopil Russians stormed the positions of Ukrainian defenders 3 times Russians did not conduct any offensive actions in the Siversk and Huliaipole sectors Ukrainian defenders repelled 30 Russian attacks yesterday Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia has lost over 878,000 troops. Over the past day alone, its losses amounted to another 1,350 soldiers The Ukrainian Defense Forces also destroyed 11 Russian tanks The new Force Commander (FC) Multinational Joint Task Force ( MNJTF) Major General Godwin Michael Mutkut has conducted a pivotal familiarisation visit to Sector 3 in Monguno The visit which aimed to assess the current operational readiness of the troops against Boko Haram terrorists and to gain firsthand insight into the sector’s activities A statement by Chief Military Public Information Officer MNJTF N’Djamena Chad Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba said the visit took place on Tuesday 11 February marking a new chapter in the fight against terrorism in the Lake Chad region The Force Commander who was received by Commander Sector 3 Major General Mohammed Babayo was given a comprehensive briefing on the ongoing operations Major General Mutkut while commending the Sector for its exceptional efforts praised the troops for their unwavering dedication and hard work in fulfilling the MNJTF’s mandate He highlighted the importance of vigilance and steadfastness in their mission urging the troops to continue their relentless efforts to eradicate the remaining elements of Boko Haram He noted that the recent mass surrender of Boko Haram fighters is a promising sign that the insurgency is nearing its end also emphasised the critical need for awareness regarding the dangers of illicit drug use among soldiers while urging the Sector Commander to identify any medical equipment needs which would be presented to strategic partners for potential support The visit not only boost the morale of the troops but also reaffirmed their commitment to restoring peace and stability in the region Major General Mutkut assured the troops that their sacrifices and hard work have not gone unnoticed and pledged to continue providing them with the necessary resources and support to carry out their mission effectively This visit underscores the MNJTF’s dedication to strengthening its operations and enhancing regional security signaling a renewed determination to bring lasting peace to the Lake Chad region Nigeria, UNCHR meet to Review Repatriation Processes KASUPDA Commences Distribution Of Demand Notice For Outdoor Adverts Minister of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia Odontuya Saldan met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to Mongolia Corinne Pereira Da Silva on April 11 Minister of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia Odontuya Saldan underscored that 2025 marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and the French Republic and expressed gratitude to the French side for sending an expert to support the “Billions of Trees” National Movement of Mongolia The Minister conveyed interest in increasing the number of joint environmental projects particularly in the fields of green transition Minister Odontuya emphasized Mongolia’s preparations to host the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (COP17) in 2026 reaffirming Mongolia's commitment to cooperation with France The two sides recognized COP17 as a guiding compass and an opportunity to further intensify bilateral cooperation in the environmental sector Minister of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia Odontuya Saldan also noted her plans to participate in the upcoming “ChangeNOW” Forum to be held in Paris in April 2025 Ambassador Corinne Pereira Da Silva extended an invitation for the Minister to attend the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference Álvaro Bautista showed a very positive performance today in Phillip Island during the first official free practice sessions of the season there are specific parts where he sees room for improvement who finished 0.725s behind his Aruba.it Racing – Ducati teammate Bautista spoke about part of what he did and what made him happy: ‘I feel I’ve recovered a good feeling with the bike despite the different conditions compared to the beginning of the week’ it’s possible to take a step forward: ‘We still have room for improvement especially in the third and fourth sectors The Spaniard had his best lap in 1’29.515s while in FP2 his best was slightly less successful Álvaro Bautista registered a positive balance at the WSBK in Cremona despite a complicated start to the weekend due to technical problems The Italian WorldSSP round at Cremona concluded in style as Stefano Manzi sealed his second win of the weekend and set a new benchmark with his 17th consecutive.. The Italian Ducati rider completely dominated the Italian round of the World Superbike Championship winning both main races and the Superpole Race showed resilience after the fourth event of the FIM Superbike World Championship in Cremona Nicolò Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) delivered a flawless home weekend by winning Race 2 at Cremona completing a stunning clean sweep with three wins in three races,.. © 2025 M Sports - Premium news & magazine M Sports Please enter your username or email address to reset your password © 2025 M Sports - Premium news & magazine M Sports. chief growth and transformation officer at Alphia predicts key emerging trends in the next five years for the pet food industry shaping the future of pet nutrition.     Cade Culver, chief growth and transformation officer (CGTO) at Alphia, a pet food co-manufacturer for brands and retailers, told Petfood Industry to expect on-the-go pet food solutions for traveling pets and a balance of affordability and quality as the key trends in the next five years are poised to revolutionize pet food production processes These technological advancements are expected to enhance efficiency safety and quality in pet food manufacturing "We are seeing how AI can optimize supply chain management and ensure quality control through advanced data analytics while automation streamlines production lines minimizing human error and physical strain on factory workers leading to safer working conditions," he said "We're excited to see the future impact of AI on the pet food industry as technology continues to advance." The sustainability trend is expected to continue to influence how pet food manufacturers approach production and packaging focusing on reducing their environmental footprint. The shift toward eco-friendly products necessitates substantial investments in sustainable manufacturing processes "Committing to sustainability instills consumer trust and brand loyalty showing that our customers are leaders in environmental stewardship within the industry," said Culver.  Cade Culver, CGTOAlphiaCade Culver, chief growth and transformation officer (CGTO), leads Alphia’s business growth and transforming strategies within the company. With over 16 years in the consumer packaged goods industry, he previously served as president at Lassonate Pappas & Company, CCO at Hearthside Food Solutions and VP and GM of Dole Diversified North America By submitting this form, you acknowledge that use of your data is governed by our Privacy Policy. you agree to receive texts or calls regarding your subscription or other WATT products and services Please call +1 (847) 400-5960 for custom support Power cut has been announced by the electricity department for 30 April 2025 due to maintenance work electric supply will not be available Old settelite hospital and adjoining areas Sawai lal mogra ki badi and adjoining areas Vardhman nagar  and adjoining areas © 2019 ·UdaipurTimes.com (Owned by Unico Management Solutions) A man was killed and two women were injured after a speeding Porsche ploughed into two scooters near the petrol pump in Sector 4 on Monday evening The Porsche car that claimed the life of a scooterist near the petrol pump in Sector 4 (HT Photo) According to police officials the Porsche was coming from the opposite direction when it crashed into two Honda Activa scooters Such was the impact of the high-speed collision that the man’s leg was severed and he died on the spot while the two women sustained injuries on legs Police said the car’s speed was extremely high causing it to drag for a distance before crashing into an electric pole police impounded the Porsche and arrested the driver An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the crash A case was also being registered at the Sector-3 police station at the time of filing of this report a speeding Maruti Swift Dzire claimed a 19-year-old motorcyclist’s life in Sector 52 near D-Park the accident took place around 5 pm while he was walking home after an evening stroll at D-Park Rashid stated that a white Swift Dzire taxi was speeding along the drain in Sector 52 and suddenly entered the main road without honking or slowing down a black Pulsar motorcycle was coming from the direction of the government school in Sector 52 The speeding taxi collided head-on with the motorcycle causing the rider to be thrown off and lose consciousness upon impact They stopped a private vehicle and transported both the motorcyclist and the taxi driver to Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) the motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries during treatment The car driver was identified as Jasanpreet Sharma a speeding car left a motorcyclist dead in a hit-and-run accident near the railway underbridge in Sector 82 worked at an IT company in Mohali and lived here on rent He was on his way to work on Saturday morning when the speeding car collided with him and drove off Passers-by immediately rushed him to the Mohali civil hospital but he succumbed to his injuries during treatment police booked the absconding car driver under relevant sections SHO Jashanpreet Singh stated that they had kept the body in the mortuary for post-mortem and were actively investigating the case Season 4 brings forth a batch of new content across Battle Pass This season's offerings include new Operator Skins with a hazardous glow Plague Strikes in the Season 4 Battle Pass The situation on the field grows more dire; Operators must prepare to face off against the most hazardous of threats Gear up for the battles ahead with the Season 4 Battle Pass The Season 4 Battle Pass introduces over 100 rewards or purchase BlackCell for the ultimate seasonal experience including a variety of masked Operator Skins Continue for a detailed overview of all the epic content arriving in Season 4 Season 4’s BlackCell content brings the infected to the fore with Operator Skins emanating wisps of ectoplasm from their gear and a green vapor spewing from their mask Also discover the chemical agent in BlackCell Weapon Blueprints found throughout the Battle Pass The Battle Pass: Upgrade to BlackCell for full access to the Season 4 Battle Pass along with 1,100 CP and 20 Battle Token Tier Skips (25 on PlayStation®) The premium Battle Pass includes up to 1,400 COD Points within 100 Tiers of unlockable content from Battle Pass progress Drop into the Battle Pass AO at an alternative starting location by accessing the exclusive BlackCell Sector Unlock this Sector to immediately receive 1,100 COD Points Decimate your foes with the animated “Ailed Caress BlackCell” Holger 556 Weapon Blueprint with Cellular Corruption Tracers and the “Necrosis” Death Effect The weapon comes equipped with the JAK Backsaw Kit Aftermarket Part granting a high-capacity drum magazine emitting clouds of green vapor and a double barrel for inflicting maximum damage Players who purchase BlackCell will also immediately unlock the new “Identity Theft” Finishing Move made exclusively for the Dupe and Copy Operators the Operator will steal and equip their target’s Operator Skin The effect remains active until you’re eliminated Other BlackCell items are spread throughout the Season 4 Battle Pass These include 10 alternate BlackCell Operator Skins and 6 animated Weapon Blueprints BlackCell Operator Skins confirmed: Hammer Transform with BlackCell’s Dupe and Copy face unseen but for two glowing green eyes the hooded specters Dupe (SpecGru) and Copy (KorTac) resemble petrified death tubes of green fluid running up under their cowls The Operators’ unique power is revealed when using the “Identity Theft” Finishing Move temporarily granting them the look of their victims Dupe and Copy arrive with a cadre of infected BlackCell Operators built to survive in the harshest environments while pursuing their next target Purchase the Battle Pass: Instantly Unlock Nautilus Whether you purchase the BlackCell offering or the standard Battle Pass for 1,100 COD Points including a new Skin for Soap along with the brand-new Hammer Operator Soap prepares for aquatic maneuvers with the “Nautilus” Operator Skin equipped with state-of-the-art diving technology and a tactical uniform maximizing mobility and defense BlackCell Owners: Unlock the “Nautilus BlackCell” version of this Operator Skin featuring Soap in a closed mask filled with animated gas The new Hammer Operator joins the fight on the side of KorTac a Brazilian whose callsign honors his childhood dog Hammer forgoes wearing his mask in this base Operator Skin BlackCell Owners: Get the “Hammer BlackCell” alternate Skin for a flashier gold and black look his face mask zipped on tight spewing green fumes out the front The Instant Reward Sector also grants you a 10% Battle Pass boost the ”Hexocore” Weapon Blueprint for the BP50 Assault Rifle featuring the JAK Revenger Kit Aftermarket Part and the “Bone Snapper” Operator Finishing Move Additional Battle Pass Skins all of which are paired with an animated BlackCell alternate Skin featuring infected Operators: “Hazardous Materials” Skins (Operator Skin Battle Pass Skin: Hush prepares for worst-case scenarios with a tactical kit built to sustain a safe environment for the wearer within along with a backpack and heavy cutters to keep moving through barriers BlackCell Additional Skin: Trade the brown suit for black and gold alongside a fuming gas mask in the season’s signature BlackCell look Battle Pass Skin: Bright tendrils crawl up Ripper’s forearms over tattoos in this outfit optimized for mobility and warm-weather combat scenarios BlackCell Additional Skin: Ripper trades in her earth tones for sleek black tactical gear the tattoos and tendrils on her arms taking on a brighter hue Battle Pass Skin: Jet is a go to provide air support in this Mil-Sim digital camo uniform and flight gear that’s ready for takeoff BlackCell Additional Skin: The pilot takes on a more daunting appearance with a jet-black flight uniform and glowing eyes peering out from within the gaseous helmet Battle Pass Skin: Pathfinder isn’t taking any chances in this thick white hazmat suit and mask Nothing’s breaking through this layer of protection BlackCell Additional Skin: Trade white for black in a suit designed not to keep the hazardous agent out but sealed within Battle Pass Skin: With his cape draped over a thick military jacket and equipped with fully enclosed mask BlackCell Additional Skin: Sport black winter gear with gold accents and the season’s vaporous mask animation Battle Pass Skin: The new Void Operator joins battle a fierce female Operator with short blonde hair and heavy armor BlackCell Additional Skin: The infected version of Void takes things up a notch with additional gear at her side and the look of one possessed by the hunt Battle Pass Skin: There’s no going back with the infection in full swing on this Operator Skin sprouting new life from her mask and gear BlackCell Additional Skin: The growth takes on a black and gold tainted look a more threatening evolution emboldened by the vapors that constantly feed it Get one more Operator Skin with a BlackCell variant once you finish the Battle Pass and unlock the Completion Sector (detailed below) New Functional Weapons Unlock two new functional weapons in Sectors 5 and 6: This modernized version of a WWII bolt-action rifle is powerful and accurate High damage output with a slow rate of fire inflicting massive damage on impact with one-shot eliminations to the chest and above on unarmored targets in effective range Learn the rhythms of its firing speed to maximize your attack rate while evading damage during re-chambering This pistol-caliber carbine chambered in 4.6x30mm is designed to give impressive stopping power with a skeletonized this weapon can be modified to excel in most combat scenarios Highly customizable and supported with a rapid reload animation the Superi 46 SMG is ideal for tinkerers who prefer fighting up close The weapon’s reliable accuracy and lightweight frame give it a strong base to build upon whether you push for more speed or focus on improved recoil and range New Weapon Blueprints Earn up to 20 Weapon Blueprints featured in the Season 4 Battle Pass alongside new Calling Cards and Zombies Acquisitions (including Aether Tools The Season 4 Battle Pass Weapon Blueprints come in three main themes from the scientific to the high-tech and the hazardous: Sector 1: “Brutal Matters” BAL-27 Assault Rifle* Sector 10: “Isotope Breakdown” Marksman Rifle Sector 12: “Bio Triage” MTZ-556 Assault Rifle* This series of Weapon Blueprints are branded with the Biochemical Matter Radioactive Imagery (BMRI) label stamped on high-quality models painted black and olive green Instant Sector: “Hexocore” BP50 Assault Rifle Sector 13: “Structural Morality” Longbow Sniper Rifle Wield weapon models imbued with a repeating hex design in either yellow and black or blue and black Sector 4: “Microbial Vandal” Riveter Shotgun Sector 9: “Leeched Poison” MORS Sniper Rifle Sector 11: “Cellular Collapse” TAQ Eradicator LMG and “Poisoned Caress” AMR9 SMG* Sector 16: “Fungal Pattern” Sidewinder Battle Rifle Sector 18: “Genetic Abnormality” MTZ-762 Battle Rifle Completion Sector: “All in Vein” DG-56 Assault Rifle Weapon Blueprints in this category display a biological finish in patterns of green and black reminiscent of a living hazard Six of the season’s Battle Pass Weapon Blueprints feature a BlackCell variant in the same tier These alternate versions display a rich black and gold look embedded with what appears to be the same chemical agent powering Season 4’s BlackCell Operators Brutal Matters — BAL-27 Assault Rifle (Sector 1 BlackCell variant comes with Cellular Corruption Tracers and “Necrosis” Death Effect This BMRI imprinted Blueprint conducts low profile attacks using a suppressor attachment along with a heavy-duty barrel that greatly boosts bullet velocity and range The BlackCell variant fits a chemical agent along the top of the frame and behind the rear grip this Blueprint transforms the AMR9 into a 5-round burst carbine chambered in 5.56 with a muzzle that reduces the weapon’s vertical recoil to help you stay on target during burst fire Equip its black and gold BlackCell variant with green highlights by the barrel Bio Triage — MTZ-556 Assault Rifle (Sector 12 Keep your sights up and on target with this Blueprint focused on a faster walking speed and other movement bonuses to stay light on your feet during encounters Its BlackCell version includes a green magazine animated with the chemical agent This Weapon Blueprint based on the new Season 4 Marksman Rifle favors stealthy aggressive play with improvements to aim down sights and aim walking speed paired with a 2.5x optic for zeroing in on mid-ranged targets its improved hip fire and Tac Stance spread attributes will help repel nearby enemies Pick the BlackCell variant for a gilded look Featuring muzzle flash concealment and multiple attachments that improve the weapon’s recoil and gun kick control this Blueprint offers a stable firing platform to keep you on target during frenetic battles Opt for the BlackCell variant with a glowing green barrel and animated magazine Cognizant Rebel — Superi 46 SMG (Sector 20 Based on the new Season 4 SMG and geared for precision fire this Weapon Blueprint features improved recoil control and a 40-round magazine to minimize your downtime when facing multiple opponents The extended mag features a green animation in its BlackCell variant with additional signs of the chemical agent along the barrel Complete the Battle Pass for Completion Sector Tier 100 Rewards featuring 300 COD Points to spend toward your next Battle Pass or Store Bundle purchase plus the “All in Vein” DG-56 Assault Rifle Weapon Blueprint and the following Operator Skin: The elite Operator’s eyes glow red over a deeply scarred face emitting blue flames over the head BlackCell Additional Skin: Soap’s mask is up in the BlackCell version The veins in his forearms glow and he’s swapped the gray digital camo pattern for black with gold accents Store Highlights: Mobile Suit Gundam Keep your eyes on the Store throughout the season as new and returning Bundles arrive including a trio of Bundles celebrating the 45th anniversary of the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise Here are some of the highlights on the way: Three Mobile Suit Gundam-themed Bundles Call of Duty and Mobile Suit Gundam are teaming up to introduce three unique Bundles featuring Operators in iconic Mobile Suits from the long history of Gundam series In celebration of the animation and model kit franchise’s 45th anniversary these Bundles are packed with Gundam-themed items The “Tracer Pack: Mobile Suit – RX-78-2 Gundam” Bundle includes the “RX-78-2 Gundam” Operator Skin — the legendary mobile suit that started it all — plus three Blueprints The “Tracer Pack: Mobile Suit – MS-06S Zaku II” offers a commander type mobile suit in the form of the “MS-06S Zaku II” Operator Skin The “Tracer Pack: Mobile Suit – XVX-016 Gundam Aerial” Bundle comes with the high-performance “XVX-016 Gundam Aerial” Operator Skin Tracer Pack: Kinetic Ultra Skin Move with power using the high-tech “Kinesis” Operator Skin for Bantam which produces a wake of glowing tendrils when in motion Eliminate enemies up close with the futuristic and animated “Nanophotonic” RAM-9 SMG or fire from a distance using the “Etheric Regress” Bruen MK9 LMG; both Weapon Blueprints fire Vectorwave Tracers Amp up to victory with the “Fast-Paced” Large Decal Tracer Pack: Emoting Ultra Skin Wear your heart on your sleeves with this Bundle featuring four emotive-themed Operator Skins: Flash a wide grin and wild eyes with the “Cursed” Skin head six feet under with the “Dead Inside and Out” Skin stick out your tongue with the “Tongue Out Express yourself with two Weapon Blueprints featuring the “Emotional Wreck” Tracers and “[Insert Emoji]” Death Effect Die” SVA 545 Assault Rifle and the “Looks that Kill” Lockwood MK2 Marksman Rifle The Bundle also includes a Large Decal and Loading Screen plus two Legendary Aether Tools for use in Zombies Wildlife Wanted: Bite Me Embrace your inner bat with this wildlife Bundle offering four bat-themed Operator Skins: the white “Com-Bat Baby” Skin a Reactive Blueprint that swaps colors as you land eliminations This Bundle also includes the “Moonlit Mischief” Large Decal Tournament Favourites Represent your favorite international football team with this Bundle offering three Operator Skins for Gaz: represent England with the “’AVE IT” Skin and Germany with the “Elfmeter Meister” Skin Hit the field with the “Number 9” MCW Assault Rifle and “The Assist” WSP Stinger Weapon Blueprints designed to keep enemies on their backfoot Show your love for the sport with the “Football” Emblem plus the “Tournament Favourites” Loading Screen and the “He Shoots!” Calling Card Custom Molded Ultra Skin Pro Pack The “Polymer Ruin” Ultra Skin for Warden features three faces Take the molded devil into battle with the two animated Weapon Blueprints featuring “PolyShard” Tracers: the “Gloss Cannon” KVD Enforcer Marksman Rifle and the “Glossed Over” FJX Horus SMG Look for all five The Boys Bundles return to the Store in Season 4 Each Tracer Pack features a different Operator from the hit TV show Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile-Exclusive Season 4 Content Though Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile (WZM) shares much of its content with Call of Duty: Warzone and Modern Warfare III players can purchase Call of Duty: WZM Original items from the Keep using Call of Duty: WZM COD Points Look for several new Keeps arriving in Season 4 Feel the burn with the Warden — Plague Raptor Operator Skin and the Chimera — Infectious Remedy Weapon Blueprint featuring acidic effects Flame your foes with the Raptor — Draco Operator Skin and the ISO Hemlock — Dungeon Crawler Weapon Blueprint with fiery effects Watch out for extra Warzone Mobile Battle Pass rewards and other cosmetic items that play into the season’s infectious theme Upgrade to Modern Warfare III and CALL OF DUTY WARZONE are trademarks of Activision Publishing June 6: The Hunt for a CIA Mole: Critical Update Get gassed up for Season 4 with three brand-new Core 6v6 maps an Unstable Rift to explore in Modern Warfare Zombies and an Urzikstan mystery to solve before a potentially explosive countdown Event Stop the threat and see what you’re made of on May 29 NAVI MUMBAI: Residents of more than 50 residential buildings in sector 3 of Ulwe grappling with persistent respiratory diseases for last three years attribute their ill health to the presence of a cement and precast plant in the vicinity The cement dust thrown up by the Larsen & Toubro (L&T) plant in sector 22 has allegedly lowered the air quality levels in the area causing cough and breathlessness in children and adults alike Ulwe residents suffocate as cement plant chokes air Rupa Bhattacharya has been suffering from a lung infection for over six months now and has been advised by doctors to wear mask when going out “The issue of cement dust is extreme in the area I had to undergo X-ray and blood test to determine the reason for prolonged cough as none of the medication was addressing the issue,” said Bhattacharya son and daughter-in-law in Neelkanth society I am more prone to falling ill due to the dust pollution Our windows are kept closed to keep dust particles from entering the house,” said the senior citizen Spread over 2.27ha of land that belongs to the City Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) the plant is situated opposite the sector 3 residential node both areas are separated by a two-lane internal road The plant supplies building materials for the construction of 22,973 units for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS)/Low Income Group (LIG) under the Pradanmantri Awas Yojna (PMAY) scheme at various locations within Ulwe As per the presentation submitted by the company to the Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority (MCZMA) in 2020 for seeking CRZ (coastal regulation zone) clearance work of the plant was for a duration of 42 months residents started complaining of numerous health ailments a majority continue to live through the ordeal with little respite expected children in our locality fall ill every 10 to 15 days,” said Sutapa Choudhary “Continuous movement of trailers transporting goods from the yard further worsens the air quality.”  The poor air quality has affected the real estate sector as well Estate agents spoke of how tenants vacated flats just a few months after shifting into the area and how flat owners were willing to scale down their rentals as compared to the adjacent nodes The issue of severe pollution was first raised by Welfare First Foundation briefing authorities of Maharashtra Pollution Control Boards (MPCB) Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority (MCZMA) Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) and union environment ministry about residents constantly suffering from respiratory illness “The area where the plant is set up falls under CRZ –II and there is no clarity of whether permissions were given by MCZMA for CRZ clearance as MPCB has not been able to present any NOC document for the plant,” said Dr Varsha Rokade chairperson of the foundation and former secretary of Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Rokade said that following complaints from the Foundation MPCB had conducted a site visit in July 2024 The alleged violation included the absence of an industrial vacuum cleaner for removal of dust “MPCB served a notice to L&T to address the lacunae causing air and water pollution in the area following which the company informed about installation of sprinklers and green nets to seal the barricade gaps But whether compliance to the bigger violations were carried out is still undisclosed,” said Rokade adding the Foundation has also sought an investigation on CIDCO permitting the plant to operate in a residential area reserved for a park or playground “There are many questions that need to be answered.” the spokesperson for L&T and CIDCO’s PRO refrained from commenting on the matter An official from MPCB said the precast yard has been temporarily put up for construction of houses under the PMAY scheme “The building construction work will most likely be completed within a year the company as per the earlier notice has complied with the pollution mitigation measures suggested Another round of inspection will be conducted to examine if additional pollution mitigation measures need to be put in place,” said sub regional officer © Gold & Goose / Red Bull Content Pool he was second in the Practice for the MotoGP San Marino GP with the Gresini rider trailing leader Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati) by 0.185s – who knows the Misano circuit well The eight-time world champion noted that he started with good feelings which was important for him: ‘For me the most important was to have the feeling from Austria especially because in Austria there was a different case on the rear [tyre] and one of the problems I had this year was that rear push to the front Here is the first time that we have the normal casing with a normal grip It’s true that here everything is super equal and I think Bagnaia and [Jorge] Martín will make a step tomorrow Márquez feels he loses time in Sector 3 of the Misano circuit but he recalled that the characteristics of this sector are not favorable due to one of his perennial weaknesses: ‘I’m slow in the Sector 3 And I’m fast in the Sector 4 that is two left corners These have always been my weak and strong point I would like to say good on the right and not so good on the left the Spaniard is aware that it won’t be easy to improve: ‘I have to improve in Sector 3 So we have another strong points where we need to take the advantage of our riding style and our bike’ getting closer to or surpassing Bagnaia would not have been possible even without the yellow flag at the end: ‘The lap time But it’s true that with the first tyre I felt better With the other one there was a traffic jam but I was not able to slow down to be alone because there was very little time Fabio Quartararo surprised everyone at the MotoGP Spanish GP by bringing the Monster Energy Yamaha back to the front for the first time in a long while the Italian rider who will replace Jorge Martín at Aprilia Racing for the French Grand Prix shows great enthusiasm for his return to Le Mans After a stunning performance on home soil in Jerez José Antonio Rueda (Red Bull KTM Ajo) arrives at Le Mans once again atop the Moto3 standings shows great enthusiasm for the French Grand Prix the sixth round of the MotoGP World Championship The Honda HRC Castrol rider revealed that it's crucial for Honda to resolve some problems he's been having with the bike's vibration and rear grip © 2025 M Sports - Premium news & magazine M Sports Fire at Bailey Road shopping mall doused Some banks hit by capital squeeze Air purifiers for Dhaka: hope or hype? Chinmoy shown arrested in Saiful murder case Police late last night arrested Barrister Tureen Afroz, former senior prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). Dhaka Metropolitan Police (Uttara Division) DC Mohidul Islam confirmed this to The Daily Star. "She was arrested around midnight from her home in Uttara Sector-3," he said. Tureen Afroz was arrested in connection to a case filed over the attempted murder of Md Jabbar, 21, who sustained bullet wounds in the Uttara West area on August 4, last year. Tureen Afroz was removed from the ICT after allegedly meeting accused war criminal Mohammad Wahidul Haque. She prosecuted cases against executed war criminals Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojaheed, Muhammad Kamaruzzaman, Motiur Rahman Nizami, Salauddin Quader Chowdhury, and Ghulam Azam, who died in jail. |মতামতভুয়া খবরের পেছনে রাজনীতি-অর্থনীতিইউটিউবে খবর ও ‘টক-শো’র নামে কিংবা ইচ্ছামাফিক ভিডিও ও কনটেন্ট বানিয়ে অপতথ্য ছড়ানো হচ্ছে। ৫ আগস্ট রাজনৈতিক পটপরিবর্তনের পর এটি নতুন মাত্রা পেয়েছে। দেশের বড় একটি অংশের মানুষ এ ধরনের ‘খবরে’ বিভ্রান্ত.. Ukrainian defenders faced numerous Russian attacks 160 combat engagements were recorded at the front according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and 4,697 shelling attacks on Ukrainian positions and settlements Russia dropped 142 guided aerial bombs and used 1,538 kamikaze drones Russia stormed the positions of Ukrainian defenders near Starytsia and Vovchansk 6 times Russia tried to advance in the areas of Hrekivka Ukrainian troops repelled 1 attack in the area of Verkhniokamianske 3 firefights in the areas of Stupochky and Chasiv Yar Russia conducted 16 attacks near Toretsk and Shcherbynivka 35 Russian attacks were repelled in the areas of Myroliubivka Kurakhove sector - 48 attacks near Illinka Russia conducted 13 attacks near Trudove and Uspenivka 2 Russian attacks near Novoandriivka and Mala Tokmachka No signs of Russian offensive groups were detected Russia is actively using artillery from the territory of Russia The operation in the Kursk region continues where Russian aircraft carried out 26 attacks on its territory over the past day the missile troops and artillery of the Ukrainian Defense Forces hit an artillery system and 6 areas of concentration of Russian personnel and equipment Over the past day, Russian losses amounted to 1,770 occupants Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine A study has been conducted on the job overlaps among the Ministry of Education of Mongolia and the Mongolian National Institute for Educational Research Minister of Education Naranbayar Purevsuren presented the findings of this study “In collaboration with the National Committee on State Productivity we have analyzed the functional overlaps among the four key institutions responsible for the management and administration of the education sector these four institutions employ a total of 361 staff members The study has concluded that an efficiency measure can be implemented this could result in approximately MNT 900 million in annual salary cost savings.” 73 employees will be reassigned to different positions This arrangement will involve transferring staff to local Education Departments and various research institutes a functional review will be conducted for the General Authority for Education the Department of Education of the Capital City of Mongolia An official website of the United States Government Official websites use .govA .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States Secure .gov websites use HTTPSA lock (LockLocked padlock icon) or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website Share sensitive information only on official Measures of regulatory capital for banks increased over the second half of 2023 and point to the resilience of the banking sector as a whole fair value losses on fixed-rate assets remained sizable for some banks and some banks have concentrated exposures to loans backed by CRE leverage at broker-dealers stayed near historically low levels but limited capacity or willingness of broker-dealers to intermediate in Treasury markets during market stress remained a structural vulnerability Life insurers continued to take on liquidity and credit risk while their leverage increased and stood around its median Measures of hedge fund leverage increased in the third quarter of 2023 to the highest level observed since the beginning of data availability with the increase driven primarily by the largest hedge funds Table 3.1 shows the sizes and growth rates of the assets of financial institutions discussed in this section Note: The data extend through 2023:Q4 unless otherwise noted Growth rates are measured from Q4 of the year immediately preceding the period through Q4 of the final year of the period Life insurance companies' assets include both general and separate account assets  1. Hedge fund data start in 2012:Q4 and are updated through 2023:Q3. Growth rates for the hedge fund data are measured from Q3 of the year immediately preceding the period through Q3 of the final year of the period. Return to table  2. Broker-dealer assets are calculated as unnetted values. Return to table  3. Non-agency securitization excludes securitized credit held on balance sheets of banks and finance companies. Return to table "Financial Accounts of the United States"; Federal Reserve Board "Enhanced Financial Accounts of the United States." Amid the considerable increase in interest rates over the past two years, the profitability of the banking sector stayed solid. Banks' average rates on interest-earning assets remained well above the average interest expense rates on liabilities (figure 3.1) interest expenses increased somewhat faster than interest income reflecting a higher share of interest-bearing deposits on banks' balance sheets and somewhat higher deposit rates which measure banks' yield on their interest-earning assets after netting out interest expenses Accessible Version | Return to text Note: Average interest rate on interest-earning assets is total interest income divided by total interest-earning assets Average interest expense rate on liabilities is total interest expense divided by total liabilities The shaded bar with a top cap indicates a period of business recession as defined by the National Bureau of Economic Research: February 2020–April 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements for Holding Companies The common equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratio—a regulatory risk-based measure of bank capital adequacy—increased during the fourth quarter of 2023 across all bank categories (figure 3.2) CET1 ratios for global systemically important banks (G-SIBs) reached the highest levels recorded in the past decade while CET1 ratios for large non–G-SIBs and other bank holding companies were close to pre-pandemic levels Accessible Version | Return to text Note: The data are seasonally adjusted by Federal Reserve Board staff The sample consists of domestic bank holding companies (BHCs) and intermediate holding companies (IHCs) with a substantial U.S G-SIBs are global systemically important banks Large non–G-SIBs are BHCs and IHCs with greater than $100 billion in total assets that are not G-SIBs Before 2014:Q1 (advanced-approaches BHCs) or before 2015:Q1 (non-advanced-approaches BHCs) the numerator of the common equity Tier 1 ratio is Tier 1 common capital the numerator is common equity Tier 1 capital The shaded bars with top caps indicate periods of business recession as defined by the National Bureau of Economic Research: March 2001–November 2001 Accessible Version | Return to text Note: The figure plots the difference between the fair and amortized cost values of the securities The sample consists of all bank holding companies and commercial banks Source: Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council Consolidated Reports of Condition and Income (Call Report); Federal Reserve Board this ratio remained at a level below its average over the past decade Accessible Version | Return to text The sample consists of domestic bank holding companies (BHCs) intermediate holding companies (IHCs) with a substantial U.S Bank equity is total equity capital net of preferred equity and intangible assets Bank assets are total assets net of intangible assets The shaded bars with top caps indicate periods of business recession as defined by the National Bureau of Economic Research: July 1990–March 1991 Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council Consolidated Reports of Condition and Income (Call Report) Consolidated Financial Statements for Holding Companies; Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council aggregate credit quality in the nonfinancial sector remained sound overall the quality of outstanding loans worsened in some sectors and CRE loans—especially those backed by office properties—increased in the second half of 2023 Exposures in auto and credit card loans remained concentrated in a few large banks As interest rates increased over the past two years banks continued to build their allowances for loan losses on credit card and CRE portfolios in anticipation of rising delinquencies risks on loans backed by CRE properties remained elevated and banks with concentrated exposure to this sector are particularly vulnerable Accessible Version | Return to text Note: The figure shows the weighted median leverage of nonfinancial firms that borrow using commercial and industrial loans from the 24 banks that have filed in every quarter since 2013:Q1 Leverage is measured as the ratio of the book value of total debt to the book value of total assets of the borrower and the median is weighted by committed amounts Accessible Version | Return to text Note: Banks' responses are weighted by their commercial and industrial loan market shares Survey respondents to the Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey on Bank Lending Practices are asked about the changes over the quarter Results are shown for loans to large and medium-sized firms Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey on Bank Lending Practices; Federal Reserve Board staff calculations net secured borrowing of primary dealers declined somewhat but remained elevated overall and in line with net positions Dealers' intermediation activity remained broadly stable at elevated levels insufficient intermediation capacity during periods of stress remained a structural vulnerability in the sector Accessible Version | Return to text Note: Leverage is calculated by dividing total assets by equity "Financial Accounts of the United States." Accessible Version | Return to text Note: The sample includes all trading desks of bank holding companies subject to the Volcker rule reporting requirement and Disclosure Requirements Associated with Regulation VV (Proprietary Trading and Certain Interests in and Relationships with Covered Funds Accessible Version | Return to text The "other" category comprises desks trading in municipal securities The key identifies series in order from top to bottom In the March 2024 Senior Credit Officer Opinion Survey on Dealer Financing Terms (SCOOS), dealers reported that terms on securities financing transactions and over-the-counter derivatives remained about unchanged.6 Use of financial leverage was also reported to have changed little on net the special questions in the March SCOOS asked about changes in financing terms and market conditions for selected segments of the market for commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) collateralized by office properties answers to the special questions point to a tightening of financing terms and weakening of liquidity in the office CMBS market as collateral quality has weakened and demand for funding has increased In the fourth quarter of 2023, leverage at property and casualty insurers remained near the bottom of its historical distribution, while leverage at life insurers rose and stood around the median of its historical distribution (figure 3.10) Life insurers continued to take on liquidity and credit risk in their portfolios by allocating an increasing percentage of assets to risky and less liquid instruments because insurance companies are large holders of CMBS and have material direct exposures to commercial mortgages a significant correction in commercial property values could put pressure on their capital positions Accessible Version | Return to text Note: Ratio is calculated as (total assets – separate account assets)/(total capital – accumulated other comprehensive income) using generally accepted accounting principles The largest 10 publicly traded life and property and casualty insurers are represented Source: Generally accepted accounting principles data from 10-Q and 10-K filings accessed via S&P Global,Capital IQ Pro Accessible Version | Return to text Note: Means are weighted by net asset value (NAV) On-balance-sheet leverage is the ratio of gross asset value to NAV Gross leverage is the ratio of gross notional exposure to NAV Gross notional exposure includes both on-balance-sheet exposures and off-balance-sheet derivative notional exposures and interest rate derivatives are reported at 10-year bond equivalent values The data are reported on a 2-quarter lag beginning in 2013:Q1 Source: Securities and Exchange Commission Reporting Form for Investment Advisers to Private Funds and Certain Commodity Pool Operators and Commodity Trading Advisors Accessible Version | Return to text Note: Leverage is measured by gross asset value (GAV) divided by net asset value (NAV) Funds are sorted into cohorts based on GAV Average leverage is computed as the NAV-weighted mean Accessible Version | Return to text Note: Net percentage equals the percentage of institutions that reported increased use of financial leverage over the past 3 months minus the percentage of institutions that reported decreased use of financial leverage over the past 3 months Senior Credit Officer Opinion Survey on Dealer Financing Terms As of the third quarter of 2023, data from Form PF showed that net repurchase agreement borrowing, one measure of the Treasury cash-futures basis trade, grew to near historic highs, while data from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Traders in Financial Futures report also showed leveraged funds' short Treasury futures positions were near historical highs.8 Meanwhile indicators based on data from the first quarter of 2024 including leveraged funds' short Treasury futures positions and a basis trade proxy from Treasury TRACE suggested the basis trade might have declined from its levels at the end of 2023 but remained elevated which involves shorting a Treasury futures contract and purchasing a Treasury note deliverable into that contract with the note typically financed in bilateral repurchase agreement markets was popular among hedge funds between mid-2018 and February 2020 and its subsequent unwinding contributed to the Treasury market turmoil in March 2020 Non-agency securitization issuance—which increases the amount of leverage in the financial system—started to recover in the first three months of 2024 from subdued levels experienced throughout 2023 (figure 3.14).9 Credit spreads on most major securitized products generally narrowed since the October report lower-rated tranche spreads did not decline as much as senior-tranche spreads likely reflecting ongoing investor concerns on credit risks in CRE loans underlying CMBS deals Credit performance across securitized products backed by riskier loan collateral continued to show signs of deterioration indicated by increasing loan delinquency rates or default rates compared with their respective historical averages This deterioration in credit performance was especially pronounced in CRE-related securitization deals involving office loans as well as certain segments of multifamily loans Delinquency rates in certain CRE collateralized loan obligations also increased notably Accessible Version | Return to text Note: The data from the first quarter of 2024 are annualized to create the 2024 bar RMBS is residential mortgage-backed securities; CMBS is commercial mortgage-backed securities; CDO is collateralized debt obligation; CLO is collateralized loan obligation The "other" category consists of other asset-backed securities (ABS) backed by credit card debt and miscellaneous receivables; resecuritized real estate mortgage investment conduit (Re-REMIC) RMBS; and Re-REMIC CMBS The data are converted to constant 2024 dollars using the consumer price index The key identifies bars in order from top to bottom Commercial Mortgage Alert's CMBS Database and Asset-Backed Alert's ABS Database; consumer price index Bureau of Labor Statistics via Haver Analytics This growth was partially offset by declines in bank credit commitments to real estate investment trusts Utilization rates on credit lines to NBFIs which averaged close to 50 percent of total committed amounts Delinquency rates on banks' lending to NBFIs continued to decline for nearly all counterparties in the fourth quarter of 2023 Accessible Version | Return to text Note: Committed amounts on credit lines and term loans extended to nonbank financial institutions by a balanced panel of 24 bank holding companies that have filed Form FR Y-14Q in every quarter since 2018:Q1 Nonbank financial institutions are identified based on reported North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes a name-matching algorithm is applied to identify specific entities such as real estate investment trusts (REITs) REITs incorporate both mortgage (trading) REITs and equity REITs Broker-dealers also include commodity contracts dealers and brokerages and other securities and commodity exchanges Other financial vehicles include closed-end investment and mutual funds Accessible Version | Return to text Note: The figure shows 2023:Q4-over-2022:Q4 growth rates as of the end of the fourth quarter of 2023 REIT is real estate investment trust; PE is private equity; BDC is business development company; SPE is special purpose entity; CLO is collateralized loan obligation; ABS is asset-backed securities The key identifies bars in order from left to right  6. The SCOOS is available on the Federal Reserve Board's website at https://www.federalreserve.gov/data/scoos.htm. Return to text  7. See Ayelen Banegas and Phillip Monin (2023), "Hedge Fund Treasury Exposures, Repo, and Margining," FEDS Notes (Washington: Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, September8), https://doi.org/10.17016/2380-7172.3377. Return to text  8. CFTC data and reports are available on the CFTC's website at https://www.cftc.gov/MarketReports/CommitmentsofTraders/index.htm. Return to text Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System The residents that HT spoke to said they suspected that their drinking water was being contaminated with sewage water Volunteers collect garbage from the waterbody near the Charkop mangroves.(HT Photo) Chandrakant Sawant a resident of Sector 7 and secretary of Prabodhankar Thackeray Nagar Sector 7 Sarvajanik Utsav Mandal said that around 42 societies had been affected by the polluted water “The whole sector has been facing this issue for almost three weeks now,” he said “BMC officials have been visiting to check the possible source of contamination but there has not been any resolution till now.” have been falling sick and getting medical help “I see at least 10 to 12 people every day with complaints of vomiting Everyone needs to boil their drinking water and even that used for cooking Water contamination is definitely the cause of all these illnesses.” has been spending ₹110 for a 10-litre water can every second day “We have received muddy water from taps during previous monsoons and expected this to be the same,” he said The water smells like gutter water and is blackish in colour Although the BMC is trying to look for the source of contamination it has still been unable to pinpoint it.” The frustrated residents demanded that as taxpayers they wanted the civic body to take immediate action and provide them with safe drinking water to avoid further health complications a BMC official who was at one of the affected buildings said it was not a simple issue and they would need some time to resolve it “We are trying to find the source of contamination but it is very difficult in such a large area,” he said JavaScript offTo get the best experience on this website please use a browser with JavaScript enabled The Alliance will play a crucial role in shaping the future of Stockport aligning with the borough’s ambitious One Stockport One Future vision to make Stockport the best place for everyone to live happy and healthy lives The One Stockport VCFSE Alliance brings together diverse organisations from across Stockport’s vibrant voluntary With a focus on elevating the influence of the sector within strategic decision-making the Alliance aims to foster stronger partnerships across the public ensuring that community voices are heard at every level Stockport is home to a diverse and dynamic VCFSE sector which has long played an essential role in supporting residents The launch of the VCFSE Alliance follows the One Stockport VCFSE Strategy which identified three core priorities: Investment & Funding These form the foundation of the Alliance's mission The VCFSE Alliance will act as a single strategic body This will ensure greater visibility and influence in key forums and decision-making spaces both locally and within the wider Greater Manchester area Stockport’s VCFSE sector has been a beacon of support for local communities and the Alliance will build upon this success by: The Alliance will be chaired by the Chief Executive of Sector 3 and will initially meet on a quarterly basis Its membership includes key representatives from a wide range of organisations such as the Stockport Women & Girls Network Stockport Race Equality Partnership and Stockport Council ensuring broad representation across the borough’s diverse communities The Alliance will serve as one of Stockport’s six strategic partnerships sitting alongside the Economic Alliance and Listen By fostering closer collaboration between the VCFSE sector the Alliance aims to ensure that Stockport remains a leader in community-driven innovation and social impact “The launch of the One Stockport VCFSE Alliance marks an exciting new chapter for Stockport we can ensure that the voices of our communities are heard This is a true 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You can change your cookie settings at any time Freedom of Information releases and corporate reports Over 20,000 new homes through vital support for SME housebuilders and the Build-to-Rent sector Existing schemes to receive £3 billion more in government support to help deliver 1.5 million homes Builds on £5 billion investment in housing for next year Billions of pounds in guarantees for housebuilders are now open for business as part of a new support package confirmed by the Housing Minister today an additional £3 billion in housing guarantees will be available to help builders apply for more accessible loans from banks and lenders giving them the confidence they need to get Britain building again Government guarantees reduce risk for lenders and encourages them to increase the supply of credit for housebuilders Housebuilder’s access to credit is a key constraint on growth in the sector so guaranteeing more lending encourages more housebuilding Thousands of new homes will be delivered across the country because of the government’s latest invention which will see more families onto the property ladder and support the ambition to build 1.5 million homes over the next five years including more student accommodation and specialised housing for older people with nearly £2 billion available to ramp up housebuilding A broader variety of projects will be eligible to access additional lending so more housing projects can be completed without unnecessary delays Based on the performance of the schemes so far the government estimates that the increase in guarantees would support over 20,000 more homes “SME housebuilders and Build to Rent operators have a crucial role to play in delivering the government’s target of 1.5 million new homes in this parliament “The significant additional support provided by our housing guarantee schemes will enable them to access low-cost loans and support the building of thousands of new homes across the country” “SME house builders have a crucial role to play in helping to deliver the Government’s ambitious target to build 1.5 million new homes over the next five years small house builders have faced a particularly difficult set of financial challenges Diversification of the UK’s housing market is essential to deliver the number of homes needed “Today’s Government announcement providing greater support for small housebuilders is welcome news it will be crucial that this lending is available for those small house builders who need it most and can build the homes this country needs.” “We welcome this £1bn expansion of the Bank’s ENABLE Build programme by the government Unlocking finance for smaller housebuilders is more important than ever not just to help build homes across the UK’s Nations and regions and provide people with security but also to stimulate much-needed growth for the UK economy Combined with the ENABLE Build programme’s recent expansion to include provision to non-bank lenders this means that the sector will benefit from both an increased volume and choice of finance.”   “Build-to-rent can play a key role in the UK’s private rented sector well managed homes funded by institutional investors Venn looks forward to continuing to support the sector with attractive loans from the PRS Guarantee Scheme” To accelerate housing development and achieve the ambition to build 1.5 million homes over the next five years Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details New Delhi: Traffic police on Monday announced a slew of restrictions and diversions for Tuesday, when votes polled in the Lok Sabha elections will be counted at seven centres across the Capital They said adequate traffic personnel will be deployed on the ground to direct motorists Police cordon at the Gole Market counting centre in the New Delhi Lok Sabha constituency (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo) In the South constituency the counting of votes will take place at Jijabai ITI for Women at Siri Fort due to which traffic on August Kranti Marg and Siri Fort Road will be diverted Motorists should avoid the two roads from 6am to 6pm ALSO READ| Lok Sabha Election Result 2024 LIVE the counting of votes will take place at Atal Adarsh Balika School in Gole Market due to which entry of motorists will not be allowed to halt or park on Bhai Veer Singh Marg and the roundabouts of Gole Market and General Post Office (GPO) the counting will take place at Commonwealth Games Village due to which motorists moving towards NH-24 from Sarai Kale Khan and ITO will have to take the Akshardham flyover and then take a left to reach Pusta Road and Vikas Marg Motorists coming from Pusta Road can move up to the Akshardham flyover and then take the U-turn after crossing the flyover to move on the NH-24 ALSO READ| Delhi Election Results 2024 Live counting of votes will take place at ITI Nand Nagri due to which movement of vehicles on the road stretch from Gagan Cinema T-Point to Nand Nagri flyover on Wazirabad Road will be restricted from 5am The traffic will be diverted from three points 68 and 69 in Nand Nagri,” another traffic police officer said Restrictions and diversions were also announced for roads outside SKV Bharat Nagar the counting centre in Chandni Chowk Lok Sabha constituency Chaudhary Gulab Singh Marg between Satyawati College and Prerna Chowk Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar Marg and Ashok Vihar Phase-1 Marg Traffic will be diverted from the LBS College traffic signal on Swami Narayan Marg Shankar Chowk near the water tank on Chaudhary Gulab Singh Marg and Bharat Nagar Ganda Nala in Ashok Vihar Traffic diversions and restrictions will be in place from 6am to 8pm on roads around Netaji Subhash University of Technology (NSUT) in Dwarka Sector 3 where the counting of votes for the West Delhi constituency will be done Traffic will be diverted at Dwarka Mor on Najafgarh Road “People should avoid using the Azad Hind Fauj Road from Dwarka Mor to Sector 3/13 Dwarka crossing main Najafgarh Road from Dwarka Mor to Uttam Nagar East Metro station and NSUT T-point to Vegas Mall in Dwarka,” the traffic police advisory said The traffic police said that counting in the North West constituency will take place at the Delhi Technological University on Main Bawana Road in Shahbad Daulatpur due to which the public should avoid the Shahbad Dairy-Bawana Road stretch from 7am Diversions will be in place at the St Xavier School and True Value traffic signals in Rohini Sector 26 A 35-year-old man was killed after his scooter collided with a CTU bus on the Sector 2/10 dividing road on Sunday afternoon The mangled remains of the scooter after the collision on the Sector 2/10 dividing road in Chandigarh on Sunday afternoon (Sanjeev Sharma/HT) According to police was travelling towards Sector 10 on a Honda Activa As he reached near the junction just past Leisure Valley Local police from the Sector-3 station arrived at the scene The police have informed Kumar’s family and registered a case against the bus driver Mohali A motorcyclist was killed after being hit by a speeding truck near Sawara village identified as Roop Singh of Fatehgarh Sahib was returning home from Mohali on his bike around 7.30 pm When the victim reached near Sawara village a rashly driven truck hit the two-wheeler from the rear causing him to fall on the road and suffer multiple injuries Onlookers rushed the victim to the Mohali civil hospital Kharar Sadar police arrested the truck driver of Fatehgarh Sahib and released him on bail The accused was booked under Sections 281 (rash driving endangering human lives) 106 (causes death by rash or negligent act) and 324 (2) (mischief) of the BNS at the Kharar Sadar police station After nearly two years of public comments and deliberation, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted a Final Rule on Mandatory Climate Disclosures (Final Rule).  While less sweeping than initially proposed the Final Rule sets detailed and wide-ranging climate-related requirements for publicly traded companies in a document that spans 886 pages the Final Rule requires companies to report certain greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and material climate impact information in their registration statements and annual reports include reporting of Scope 3 emissions occurring in the upstream and downstream activities of a company's value chain 2024 UPDATE: Multiple federal lawsuits have been filed throughout the United States challenging the Final Rule with some public companies and state attorneys general raising arguments that the rule exceeds the SEC's authority and the Sierra Club and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) arguing that the rule did not go far enough the SEC requested consolidation from the U.S Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation the Panel consolidated the nine lawsuits and assigned the consolidated case by lottery to the U.S No timeline or briefing schedule has yet been publicly announced for deciding the issues raised 2024 UPDATE: After consolidation in the Eighth Circuit several parties filed for an emergency order preventing the Final Rule from going into effect during the course of the litigation that it is voluntarily delaying the implementation of the Final Rule The SEC believes that the Final Rule is a lawful exercise of its regulatory authority but a voluntary stay will allow the consolidated cases to focus on the merits of the appeal and avoid regulatory uncertainty in the meantime The Final Rule is intended to enhance and standardize climate-related disclosures for investors who are increasingly interested in climate-related risks that can affect a company's business and its long-term financial position. Building on the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosure's (TCDF) framework and the GHG Protocol the Final Rule is the result of the SEC's efforts to create a consistent climate-reporting framework for all publicly traded companies with many new disclosures aligning with the TCDF's recommendations on governance Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a one-sentence temporary stay on the Final Rule's implementation The administrative stay does temporarily halt implementation of the rule but is not the final word on the rule's legality Additional litigation is also pending in numerous other circuit courts of appeal including litigation arguing that the Final Rule did not go far enough and we anticipate that these various challenges will be consolidated We will monitor developments and provide further updates in the weeks ahead and implications for companies affected by the Final Rule moving forward The Final Rule amends Regulation S-K and Regulation S-X to require several new disclosures The table below highlights some of the new disclosure requirements which are described in greater detail in subsequent sections of this Update In addition to the table above, the Final Rule also requires companies to electronically tag climate-related disclosures in Inline XBRL it should be noted that the Final Rule extends the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act's (PSLRA) safe harbor for forward-looking statements so that companies will be protected from liability for disclosures of transition plans The Final Rule requires companies to disclose material climate-related risks on a company's business and consolidated financial statements in the short term (the next 12 months) and in the long term (beyond the next 12 months) Companies must provide information necessary to give investors an understanding of the nature of the risk and the extent of the company's exposure to the risk The Final Rule defines "climate-related risks" as the actual or potential negative impacts of climate-related conditions and events on a company's business Climate-related risks include both "physical risks"—extreme weather events that may affect business—and "transition risks"—negative effects attributable to regulatory and market changes that occur to mitigate or adapt to climate-related risks Physical risks may be "acute risks," such as hurricanes or "chronic risks," such as rising temperatures Transition risks represent costs attributable to climate-related changes in law or policy reduced market demand for carbon-intensive products the risk of climate-related legal liability Recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (2016) The Final Rule's definition of materiality is consistent with the definition established by the U.S a matter is material if there is a substantial likelihood that a reasonable investor would consider it important when determining whether to buy or sell securities or how to vote or such a reasonable investor would view omission of the disclosure as having significantly altered the total mix of information made available The Final Rule provides flexibility and emphasizes that materiality is based on facts and circumstances and takes into account qualitative and quantitative factors the Final Rule requires companies to identify the actual and potential effects of those risks on a company's strategy The Final Rule added an explicit materiality qualifier to clarify that a company is only required to disclose material impacts of identifiable climate-related risks Companies must also discuss whether these impacts have been integrated into the company's business model or strategy including whether and how resources are being used to mitigate climate-related risks the SEC amended certain proposed requirements to avoid a potential chilling effect on climate-related planning and action the Final Rule has removed references to a company's value chain as a required disclosure replacing it with a reference to "suppliers to the extent known or reasonably available." The Final Rule also requires a company to provide information on any transition plans the company has adopted to manage a material transition risk including the relevant metrics and targets used to identify and manage any physical and transition risks transition plan disclosure will be subject to a safe harbor The Final Rule also requires a description of a board of directors' oversight and management of material climate-related risks of any board committee or subcommittee responsible for the oversight of climate-related risks and a description of the processes used to inform that body of those risks or transition plan related to climate-related risk the Final Rule requires disclosure of how the board oversees progress towards that goal The Final Rule requires a description of management's role in assessing and managing these risks as well Companies must name the management members responsible for assessing and managing climate-related risks and describe the relevant expertise of those decision-makers The Final Rule reduced and eliminated many of the strictest proposed requirements in this category it eliminated requirements for companies to disclose the identity of board members responsible for climate-related risk oversight the expertise of board members in climate-related risks how frequently the board is informed of risks and information regarding how the board sets climate-related goals the SEC chose to focus on information that will facilitate investor understanding of how a company manages climate-related risk without requiring excess information about the internal mechanisms of a board of directors In line with other sections of the Final Rule the SEC tacked on a materiality qualifier to required risk management disclosures and removed many of the proposed rule's prescriptive disclosure requirements the Final Rule requires a description of a company's processes for identifying and managing material climate-related risks and whether such processes are integrated into a company's overall risk management system or processes This includes disclosure of how a company identifies whether it has incurred or is reasonably likely to incur climate-related risks and how it makes determinations whether to mitigate the SEC has removed the definition and use of "climate-related opportunities" from the Final Rule Information related to these opportunities will remain optional treated the same as other voluntary disclosures The Final Rule requires a company to disclose certain GHG emissions for its most recently completed fiscal year and for the historical fiscal years included in its consolidated financial statements to the extent such data is reasonably available Based on the GHG Protocol's emissions reporting framework the Final Rule requires disclosure of material Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for LAFs and AFs that are not SRCs or EGCs Scope 1 emissions are those emissions that directly result from operations that are owned or controlled by a company Scope 2 emissions are indirect GHG emissions from the generation of purchased or acquired electricity or cooling consumed by internal operations LAFs and AFs will need to file attestation reports with their GHG emissions disclosures Attestation reports at a limited assurance level (i.e. negative assurance that the attester is unaware of any material issues in the disclosure) will be required after four years LAFs—not AFs—will be required to obtain an attestation report at the reasonable assurance level (i.e. affirmative attestation that information is fairly presented in all material respects) the proposed rule would have required companies to provide information regarding material Scope 3 emissions which are indirect GHG emissions occurring in the upstream and downstream of a company's value chain The Final Rule eliminated this requirement which would have resulted in a laborious and difficult process for companies If a company has set any climate-related targets or goals the Final Rule requires information on those that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect a company's business Disclosures include detailed information regarding how a company intends to meet a target or goal and progress toward meeting that target or goal The Final Rule also requires information on the quantitative and qualitative disclosure of any material expenditures and material impacts on financial estimates and assumptions as a direct result of the target goal or actions taken to make progress toward meeting the target or goal disclosures need only include qualitative information companies will also be required to disclose certain information in footnotes to their audited financial statements these footnote disclosures will be subject to audit by the company's independent auditor—signaling that companies will need to incorporate these disclosures into their internal controls The Final Rule has extended the phase-in period for all companies with specific compliance dates dependent on a company's filer status Five separate disclosure compliance dates are broken out by Regulation S-K and Regulation S-X filings: material expenditures and impacts (covered in Items 1502(d)(2) and all other Regulation S-K and S-X disclosures if an LAF has a December 31 fiscal year end the compliance date for the related disclosures would be: More information on compliance dates is included in the table below *Other than material expenditures and GHG emission disclosures **"FYB" refers to any fiscal year beginning in the calendar year listed The Final Rule follows the trend of recent voluntary and mandatory climate- and environmental and governance (ESG)-related disclosure requirements that have been issued or adopted in the last two years including the IFRS® Sustainability Disclosure Standards the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and related European Sustainability Reporting Standards the Fifth Circuit issued a temporary stay on implementation of the Final Rule That temporary stay will be more fully litigated in the weeks ahead Litigation in multiple other jurisdictions is also pending and we anticipate the potential for some of these challenges to be consolidated and ultimately appealed to the Supreme Court Although the Final Rule covers a vast number of climate-related disclosures SEC Commissioner Caroline Abbey Crenshaw suggested that the SEC should issue an order recognizing other reporting frameworks that would satisfy compliance with the Final Rule Although companies are required to provide financial metrics on the occurrence of "natural conditions," the term was not defined in the Final Rule With all the flexibility built into the Final Rule there is also some uncertainty as to how the SEC will evaluate disclosures—signaling that we may be entering another "comply or explain" era There are plenty of details in the Final Rule calling for immediate corporate action every company will need to evaluate whether to adjust its response strategy based upon the pending legal challenges or to move forward recognizing the time and investment that may be needed to comply and the nature of related disclosures called for under the CSRD and elsewhere The SEC's Division of Enforcement has signaled that it is focused on ensuring all public companies disclose material information which includes material information about climate impacts has proven willing to investigate and enforce ESG-related rules in the past it has brought actions against companies for making false safety claims and misleading technology claims and it has brought actions against investment management firms alleging that they failed to follow their own ESG policies and procedures and for misleading claims about ESG quality review processes We anticipate that the Division of Enforcement generally and the Climate and ESG Task Force specifically will continue to pursue ESG- and climate-related investigations and potential enforcement actions in the months ahead The new set of climate-related disclosure requirements included in the Final Rule will most certainly be an additional area of focus as the implementation deadlines arrive provided for forward-looking statements (involving disclosures of transition plans will provide some safety for companies as they work to implement the new requirements in the months ahead we recommend that companies evaluate how climate issues fit into their current compliance programs and reporting structures this may mean developing or restructuring climate-related systems and controls across many—if not all—departments It may also mean developing additional data collection and disclosure control procedures and internal controls to address the new disclosure requirements companies will need to assess materiality considerations that will guide the disclosures including with respect to Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions What and how disclosures are made are also likely to influence how investors and consumers measure a company's commitment to sustainability in the future Ghaziabad: The Ghaziabad police on Saturday arrested seven people for allegedly operating a call centre from a rented flat in Rajendra Nagar and indulging in online nudity and obscene video chats with different customers The complainant woman reported that she was called for an interview at a flat on July 4 she was asked to take the job that involved undressing herself before cameras and indulge in chats with customers (Representative image) The gang was operating for the last one month in Sector-3 Rajendra Nagar and police got a tip off after a woman from Raj Nagar Extension approached it with a complaint late Friday night the woman alleged that she had applied for an online job and got an interview call on July 1 during which one Ravinder Kumar “The woman was called for an interview at the said rented flat on July 4 She stated that there she saw five to six women performing the same online the people in the flat issued threats and even threatened to deface her with acid We registered an FIR on her complaint and sent a special team including woman officers to the said flat,” said Siddharth Gautam Police registered a first information report under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections 56 (abetment of offence) 351(3) (criminal intimidation) and 352 (intentional insult) at Shalimar Garden police station on July 12 The officer said that five other women who worked for the two suspects were also arrested They were paid a fixed percentage of money which the gang charged from customers The duo was operating the centre for over a month at the rented flat and trying to recruit more women The two suspects would charge customers for the chats and get the money transferred to their bank accounts,” the ACP informed below are some trends investors should be looking out for in the utilities sector over the next 12 months The Fed’s fight against inflation is coming to a close. Not only have the prices of normal consumer goods fallen, but energy prices have also begun to ease. According to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics report household energy prices have come down sequentially and are only elevated slightly over the last 12 months utilities piped gas prices fell nearly 11% on a year-over-year basis In a recent analysis by Deloitte they point out higher capital expenditures by utilities companies to modernize the electric grid as well as elevated interest rates will continue to place modest upward pressure on consumer electricity prices going into 2024 while utilities prices are certainly not as elevated as they were in 2022 there is still some way to go before prices reach normalcy Investors should expect power and utilities companies to continue pursuing decarbonization efforts utilities company executives have spoken about AI-enabled customer service that would help address power outages and billing issues as well as summon help in an emergency companies have foreseen using generative AI to optimize maintenance schedules and provide guidance on maintenance history These are just some of the improvements power and utilities companies are working on in regard to AI and investors should definitely take notice here On the date of publication, Tyrik Torres did not hold (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com Publishing Guidelines. Tyrik Torres has been studying and participating in financial markets since he was in college and he has particular passion for helping people understand complex systems His areas of expertise are semiconductor and enterprise software equities He has work experience in both investing (public and private markets) and investment banking Energy, Utility https://investorplace.com/2024/01/2024-utilities-sector-3-changes-impacting-the-industry/ Nicolò Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) made it two wins from two at Cremona with another commanding performance in Sunday’s Superpole Race Sunday’s racing action kicked off with a fierce Warm-Up session at Cremona for the World Superbike Championship and Nicolo Bulega proved unstoppable once again © 2024 Motociclismo - All rights reserved Motociclismo © 2024 Motociclismo - All rights reserved Motociclismo Season 3 blazes onto the scene with new content across the Battle Pass From Makarov to Snoop Dogg and the digitized Stasis this season’s offerings include a variety of new Operator Skins Introducing the Season 3 Battle Pass and Store content arrives for Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® III and the recently released Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile The Season 3 Battle Pass features over 100 rewards Purchase the full Battle Pass and earn up to 1,400 COD Points as you progress through the Sectors or purchase BlackCell for the ultimate content payout with a variety of high-tech Read on for a deep dive into the epic Battle Pass content launching with Season 3 Get technical with Season 3’s BlackCell offering featuring the latest in cybernetic advancements with digitized glyph patterns and golden glitch-wear across a variety of Operator Skins The Battle Pass: Upgrade to BlackCell for full access to the Season 3 Battle Pass along with 1,400 CP 20 Battle Token Tier Skips (25 on PlayStation®); a value of over 7,000 CP The full Battle Pass includes up to 1,400 earnable COD Points within 100 Tiers of unlockable content from Battle Pass progress The animated “All That Glitters BlackCell” BAS-B Battle Rifle Weapon Blueprint featuring streaming glyphs and a glowing blue barrel along with Async Tracers and the “Desync Dismemberment” Death Effect Also get the “Double Barrel Disrespect” Operator Finishing Move and the “Aggressive Action” Frag Grenade Blueprint Other BlackCell-only items are spread throughout the Season 3 Battle Pass These include 11 BlackCell Variant Operator Skins and six BlackCell Variant Weapon Blueprints BlackCell Operator Skins confirmed: Stasis Players who upgrade to BlackCell after purchasing the Battle Pass will also receive bonus 1,100 COD Points Engage in Digitized Warfare with BlackCell’s Stasis and a fully animated black and gold bodysuit Stasis is prepared to take on the most technical of foes while maintaining anonymity with a full-face mask leaving only enough room for her twin braids as a calling card Stasis is backed up by a roster of digitized soldiers donning the finest in black and gold tacti-cool apparel Purchase the Battle Pass: Instantly Unlock Snoop Dogg II Whether you purchase the BlackCell offering or the full Battle Pass for 1,100 COD Points Smoke out the competition as the Doggfather himself returns as “Snoop Dogg II” for his Modern Warfare III debut Sporting a black and blue tactical fit with shades and cornrows the legendary rapper and media icon is ready to blaze a trail of destruction against foes high and low BlackCell Owners: You also unlock the “Snoop Dawg” BlackCell Operator Skin transforming Snoop into a literal interpretation of the Doggfather the nefarious Vladimir Makarov makes his mark with renewed operations against Urzikstan with recent sightings of the ultranationalist on the remote Rebirth Island Makarov retains his sharp style while remaining viable across a variety of combat situations BlackCell Owners: You also unlock the “Makarov – Dominus BlackCell” Operator Skin favoring a more concealed though highly menacing look the “Hope Breaker” Weapon Blueprint for the BAS-B Battle Rifle and the “Tactical Pet: D-O-Double-G” Operator Finishing Move all of which come paired with an animated BlackCell alternate Skin featuring vertical glyph streams: Battle Pass Skin: Swagger gets tacti-cool with aviator shades slacks and dress shoes combined with a sleek windbreaker and flak jacket BlackCell Additional Skin: True to his name and prominent dragon designs on his flak jacket Battle Pass Skin: In this no-frills military getup Ripper favors practicality and mobility while still retaining an unmatched style BlackCell Additional Skin: Exchange the standard military garb for modernized tactical apparel complimented by golden shades Battle Pass Skin: Gear up with a headband and camouflaged cape over all-weather gear and boots BlackCell Additional Skin: Pull up the gold-emblazoned hood of Doc’s cape along with gilded metal and imprinted glyphs Battle Pass Skin: Conceal your identity with a scrim net while showing off full-sleeve tattoos with a tank top and flak jacket over digital camo pants BlackCell Additional Skin: Add golden ink to Riptide’s tattoos for a fierce look accompanied by goldthreads intertwined with his scrim net Battle Pass Skin: Banshee is ready to lead KorTac’s forces with a headset and mic paired with a Konni Group jacket BlackCell Additional Skin: Add a helmet with a golden visor to Banshee’s mic setup along with additional gilded flair throughout her uniform Battle Pass Skin: Deploy with a headset and balaclava for discrete combat operations coupled with a full sleeve Konni Group jacket and black pants and boots BlackCell Additional Skin: While still unrecognizable Corso is bound to stand out in a crowd with a golden face mask and gloves Battle Pass Skin: Byline prepares for technological warfare with a robot on her back and a controller along with camouflaged tactical gear BlackCell Additional Skin: Byline adds a black and gold paintjob to the robot and goggles Also expect two further Skins (each with a BlackCell variant) once you finish the Battle Pass and unlock the Completion Sector (detailed below) Unlock three new functional weapons in Sectors 4 This single-load railgun delivers a high-damage payload with excellent velocity and penetration Boasting a high rate of fire and great bullet velocity the MORS railgun is ideal for sharpshooters across a variety of combat situations Though offering lower mobility compared to other Sniper Rifles its sheer power is evident in the electrical current blasting over its body after every shot its weapon blueprints and certain other content not available for use in Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile at the start of the Season We will update the community at a later date when this weapon becomes available in that game.) An ultra-compact SMG with best-in-class CQC damage and mobility Boasting fantastic mobility and handling along with a lightning quick reload speed Close the distance for optimal damage output and utilize its breakneck swap speed to switch between weapons without missing a beat concealable punch knife that was initially used by gamblers and politicians it more than makes up for with excellent mobility They’ll never see it coming as you move in for the elimination with more than just your knuckles at work The Season 3 Battle Pass features 20 Weapon Blueprints along with a variety of Calling Cards and Zombies Acquisitions (including Ammo Mods The Season 3 Battle Pass Weapon Blueprints represent a variety of visual themes Sector 1: “Steely Gaze” Lockwood 300 Shotgun* Sector 5: “Sworn Blade” TAQ Eradicator LMG Sector 11: “Blade Eater” TAQ Evolvere LMG* This series of Weapon Blueprints feature intricate yellow designs over the body with wooden stocks and handles from the rugged to pristine with inlaid patterns Sector 14: “Live Line” HRM-9 SMG and “Sealed Fate” KATT-AMR Sniper Rifle* Sector 17: “Situational Hazard” MORS Sniper Rifle* Sector 18: “Don’t Be KOI” Pulemyot 762 LMG Adopt the strength and courage of the koi with these Weapon Blueprints featuring detailed inlays of the popular fish Sector 3: “Knight’s Errand” Soulrender Melee Sector 6: “Magnetic Impulse” SOA Subverter Battle Rifle Sector 9: “Planned Expiry” SP-R 208 Marksman Rifle and “Veil Breaker” BAS-B Battle Rifle* Sector 16: “Walking Contradiction” BP50 Assault Rifle Wield an assortment of models featuring a mix of camouflaged parts and inlaid topographical designs Instant: “Hope Breaker” BAS-B Battle Rifle Sector 12: “Slick Dispatch” Holger 556 Assault Rifle Sector 13: “Grim Renewal” SVA 545 Assault Rifle Equip the high-tech KOHHN-themed series of Weapon Blueprints featuring a sleek black and red style with white highlights This season’s digital BlackCell aesthetic can be found across seven Weapon Blueprints in the Season 3 Battle Pass including the following six Blueprints that feature both a regular and BlackCell variant within the same tier Both versions feature the same attachments so swap between them at will without disrupting your playstyle Steely Gaze — Lockwood 300 Shotgun (Sector 1 BlackCell variant comes with Async Tracers and “Desync” Death Effect Deploy with the rugged version featuring carved wood and a yellow-taped handle customized with a wider pellet spread and improved reload quickness The BlackCell variant fires hot at the barrel with glowing geometric patterns Veil Breaker — BAS-B Battle Rifle (Sector 9 The BlackCell variant grants the “Shaped Fate BlackCell” WSP-9 SMG Blueprint customized for stealth strikes and featuring Async Tracers and “Desync” Death Effect Stay firmly on target while striking from the shadows with this Battle Pass Weapon Blueprint that’s undetectable by radar with a 2.5x magnification Optic and enhanced horizontal and vertical recoil control Equip its BlackCell variant for an SMG with a geometric black and gold design Suppress enemy forces without giving up your position using this carved wood and worn Weapon Blueprint featuring a 100-round belt-fed Magazine Trade its worn appearance for a high-tech modern look using the BlackCell variant Sealed Fate — KATT-AMR Sniper Rifle (Sector 14 Vaporize your opponents with this hard-hitting koi-inlaid Sniper Rifle equipped with a suppressor improved bullet velocity and rechambering speed Equip the BlackCell variant for a more opulent alternative Situational Hazard — MORS Sniper Rifle (Sector 17 Take the new Season 3 MORS Sniper Rifle into the thick of it with a close-ranged dot sight Optic and the new Photonic Charge Barrel Opt for the BlackCell variant for a richer version of the powerful railgun this Weapon Blueprint greatly bolsters target tracking by pairing muzzle flash concealment with improved recoil and gun kick control take the BlackCell variant into your next battle featuring 300 COD Points toward your next Battle Pass or Store Bundle purchase the “Fated” MTZ-762 Battle Rifle Weapon Blueprint Makarov takes on the mantle of the legendary wolf of Norse mythology famed for his role in the world-ending battle of Ragnarök this is one Operator you don’t want to cross paths with BlackCell Additional Skin: Vertical glyphs stream from the wolf’s golden eyes combined with gold-plated fangs A former farmhand thrust into the chaos of war Bashiir Shirwa began his journey toward battle as a security guard in the city of Mogadishu He learned survival the hard way after suffering a near fatal slashing that left him with visible facial scars Attracting the attention of a KorTac recruiter he was soon enlisted as an international mercenary BlackCell Additional Skin: In his alternate BlackCell Skin Hush displays the immense wealth he’s earned during his reign as a highly sought after mercenary Store Highlights: Cheech and Chong Dive into an incredible assortment of Store Bundles arriving in Season 3 from the super chilled out to the terrifying and bizarre including a special guest appearance from two legendary icons of the counterculture revolution Here are just a few of the offerings on the way: Tracer Pack: Cheech & Chong This massive Bundle featuring two icons of the counterculture revolution includes both the “Cheech” and “Chong” Operator Skins alongside three Weapon Blueprints featuring Still Smokin’ Tracers and the “Up In Smoke” Death Effect: the “Dankest” MTZ-556 Assault Rifle and the “Mellow and Mild” Haymaker Shotgun Intoxicate foes with the “Secondhand Smoke” Finishing Move the “Be Mellow” and “Cheech & Chong’s” Large Decals the “Iconic” and “Cheech and Chong’s Seltzer” Weapon Charms Tracer Pack: Stoney Sloth Slow it down and chill out with the “Feelin’ Slothy” Operator Skin for Price Smoke your enemies with two Weapon Blueprints featuring Blazed Tracers and the “Ding Dong You’re Bonged” Death Effect: the “High Hitter” WSP Swarm SMG and the “Toke N’ Smoke” XRK Stalker Sniper Rifle Spread good vibes with the “Leafy Greens” Large Decal Blaze through the tiers with an additional 1 Hour Double Battle Pass XP Token Tracer Pack: CODasaurus Ultra Skin Try not to eat your enemies when deploying with the “Sickle” Operator Skin for Riptide featuring a carnivorous dinosaur head and reptilian camouflage Tear into enemies with two Weapon Blueprints featuring Slash Damage Tracers and the “Reptilian Rupture” Death Effect Reach millions of years back with the “Dino Pod” Weapon Charm the “Primal Instinct” Animated Calling Card Tracer Pack: Big Brain Ultra Skin Deploy as a brain in a bucket with “The Mind” Operator Skin for Corso held up by cybernetic body parts with a half-length cape Eliminate enemies using two Weapon Blueprints with Super Gooper Tracers: the “Brain Brine” Sidewinder Battle Rifle featuring the JAK Thunder LMG Kit Aftermarket Part Display your brilliance with “The Nerve of That Guy” Large Decal and the “My Eyes Are Down Here” Weapon Charm This Bundle also includes a Battle Pass Tier Skip Token Tracer Pack: Horseman: Vi.Rus Ultra Skin Appear as a dreaded robotic nightmare with the “Bacillus” Operator Skin for Ghost featuring glowing red eyes over an electrifying helmet Infect your opponents with two Weapon Blueprints featuring Trojan Tracers and the “Malware” Death Effect Show your evil side with the “Death Tally” Large Decal This Bundle also includes a Flawless Aetherium Crystal for Zombies and a Battle Pass Tier Skip Token Tracer Pack: Killer Circus Freak Party Pack Usher in a circus of chaos with the “Happy” Operator Skin for Enigma instilling anything but in those unlucky enough to face against the terrifying visage Riddle foes with laughter using two Weapon Blueprints with Carny Carnage Tracers: the “Funny Business” HRM-9 SMG and the “Joke’s On You” MTZ Interceptor Marksman Rifle Elevate the killer clown using the “Murderous Moppet” Large Decal Receive additional XP bonuses when you and your party play using Operator Skins from the Killer Bundle series Tracer Pack: CyberJunkie Pro Pack Jack into new virtual heights with the “Raider” Operator Skin for Swagger featuring a highly advanced robotic helmet and heavy frontline armor Eliminate enemies with the “Protosignal” MTZ-556 Assault Rifle and the “Worn Steel” KV Inhibitor Sniper Rifle Weapon Blueprints Show off your techno credentials with the “Closed-Circuit” Large Decal This Bundle brings exceptional value with the inclusion of a staggering 2400 COD Points Godzilla x Kong: New Empire Bundles Complete the Godzilla x Kong Titan Collection: Following up the recently released Tracer Pack: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire — Kong Bundle expect three more to arrive within Season 3 The “Tracer Pack: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire – Godzilla” Bundle comes with the “Godzilla” Operator Skin and the “Feel the Heat Ray” Finishing Move The “Tracer Pack: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire – Skar King” Bundle comes with the “Ape” Operator Skin and the “Whiplashed Unleashed” Finishing Move The “Tracer Pack: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire – Shimo” Bundle features the “Shimo” Operator Skin Purchase all four to complete the Titan Collection and unlock the exclusive “B.E.A.S.T Modern Warfare III: Free Trial For a limited time from April 4 until April 8 play Multiplayer and Modern Warfare Zombies in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III for FREE Dive into Multiplayer in Call of Duty and check out the brand-new 6v6 map Emergency along with five more 6v6 maps such as Das Haus and Rust — playable across five core modes the free access offering includes not only Modern Warfare Zombies but also the MWIII mode Hordepoint It’s time to rally the squad and leave no friend behind Upgrade to Modern Warfare III in-season Zombies mission and Rift explorations and full Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile integration make this the biggest season ever seen Rebirth Island returns and heads to Call of Duty: Warzone in Season 3 with 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