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As 2024 wraps up, YouTube has unveiled its year-end trends, offering a window into the moments, creators, and events that captivated audiences across India. From cricketing showdowns to viral music tracks, the platform once again reflected the nation’s pulse, where billions of views transformed fleeting topics into lasting cultural highlights. The year’s biggest digital trends featured an eclectic mix of events and personalities. Dominating the conversation were global sporting spectacles like the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, the Indian Premier League, and the Paris 2024 Olympics. These events amassed billions of views, cementing cricket and sports as evergreen passions for Indian audiences. Cultural moments also had their share of the spotlight. The Ambani wedding, a topic of unmatched intrigue, garnered over 6.5 billion views on videos that included “Ambani” and “Wedding” in their titles. Meanwhile, phrases like “moye moye” became internet sensations, accumulating 4.5 billion views. Iconic figures like Diljit Dosanjh and Ratan Tata inspired millions, with Dosanjh’s name linked to videos generating nearly 4 billion views. YouTube’s end-of-year report also shed light on India’s top content creators, whose innovative storytelling captured audiences worldwide. While global powerhouse MrBeast led the charge with 332 million subscribers, homegrown creators like Filmy Suraj Actor (32.5M) and Sujal Thakral (33.5M) proved the power of local content. Others such as Cristiano, Box of Vengeance, and the Stokes Twins further added to the platform’s diverse creator ecosystem. Indian creators made waves on Shorts, with hyperlocal music in languages like Marathi and Garhwali crossing borders to reach global audiences. Priyal Kukreja championed women’s voices, while creators turned memes, cricket moments, and celebrity weddings into engaging, bite-sized stories that resonated deeply with fans. Music continued to play a pivotal role in shaping YouTube trends. Songs like “Kurchi Madathapetti” by Sahithi Chaganti and Sri Krishna, “Jale 2” by Shiva Chaudhary, and “Aaj Ki Raat” by Madhubanti Bagchi and Divya Kumar defined 2024’s soundtrack. On YouTube Shorts, hits such as “Dhana” by Priyanka Meher and Rongpaz and “Tauba Tauba” by Karan Aujla kept audiences grooving. These tracks not only became fan favourites but also helped drive the platform’s engagement, with users creating endless remixes, dance challenges, and covers that extended the lifespan of each hit. One of the most striking trends of 2024 was the rise of active fan participation. Viewers weren’t just consuming content—they were shaping it. From cricket memes and music edits to reactions to celebrity weddings, fans co-created content that amplified the original stories, making them even more impactful.

YouTube unveils year-end trends, here is what India watched in 2024

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<keyword id="19896016" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="new-delhi" source="keywords">New Delhi</keyword>, <keyword id="19895063" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="india" source="keywords">India</keyword>'s industrial production grew 3.8 per cent in January 2024, according to official data released on Tuesday. <keyword id="6428111" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Factory-output" source="Orion">Factory output</keyword> measured in terms of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) witnessed a growth of 5.8 per cent in January 2023. "India's Index of Industrial Production grows by 3.8 per cent in January 2024," an official statement said. The data released by the <keyword id="20070866" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="national-statistical-office" source="keywords">National Statistical Office</keyword> (<keyword id="20067517" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="nso" source="keywords">NSO</keyword>) showed that the manufacturing sector's output grew 3.2 per cent in January 2024, down from 4.5 per cent in the year-ago month. In January this year, mining production rose 5.9 per cent, and power output increased 5.6 per cent. The IIP grew 5.9 per cent during April 2023 to January 2024 compared to a 5.5 per cent expansion in the year-ago period.

India's industrial production grows 3.8% in January

Last week, it was reported that India’s smartphone market is experiencing a robust growth, with shipments increasing by 3% YoY and market value rising 12%. Counterpoint’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker research said that the growth was due to a shift towards premium smartphones. Now, these statistics certainly paint an exciting picture for brands waiitng to launch their high-end smartphones in the market. iQOO is one such brand. The smartphone company is gearing up to launch the iQOO 13, and its launch date was confirmed by its CEO recently. So, when is the smartphone launching? What could be its price? What are the expected specs? Read on as we answer all these questions for you. <h2><keyword id="23914793" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="iqoo-13-india" source="Orion">iQOO 13 India</keyword> launch date and expected price </h2> Nipun Maurya, iQOO India’s CEO, confirmed in a tweet that the phone will launch on December 3, 2024. In his tweet, Maurya wrote, “The countdown begins! #iQOO13 is almost here—get ready to #BeTheGOAT!” iQOO’s decision to launch the iQOO 13 in December positions it squarely against other big players like Samsung and OnePlus. This flagship is expected to compete head-on with the likes of the OnePlus 11 and the Galaxy S24, both of which are equipped with premium specs. Fans will be able to purchase the iQOO 13 via Amazon India or iQOO’s official store. It will also be available in a limited Legend Edition, with BMW-inspired blue-red color patterns, adding a unique touch to its design. Talking about the price, the phone is expected to come with a price tag of under Rs 50,000. <h2>iQOO 13 china launch </h2> The iQOO 13 was officially launched in China on October 31, 2024, featuring the newly introduced Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and OriginOS 5.0. The pricing for the device starts at CNY 3,999 (around ₹47,200) for the 12GB RAM/256GB storage variant. Other configurations include a 12GB/512GB model for CNY 4,499 (₹53,100), a 16GB/256GB variant for CNY 4,299 (₹50,800), a 16GB/512GB option at CNY 4,699 (₹55,500), and the high-end 16GB/1TB model priced at CNY 5,199 (₹61,400). <h2>iQOO 13 expected specs </h2> If the India specs of the phone remain same as the phone launched in China, the iQOO 13 could come packed with impressive specs, including a 6.82-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 4500 nits, promising vibrant visuals for everything from gaming to streaming. The phone is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, supported by up to 16GB of RAM and a massive 1TB of storage—making it ideal for heavy multitaskers and gamers alike. Notably, iQOO is reportedly delivering serious upgrades with the iQOO 13, incorporating an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor for faster and more secure unlocking. This is combined with an expected 6,150mAh battery and 120W fast charging. Coming to camera, the phone is expected to come with a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP telephoto lens. In the front, the phone might come with a 32MP camera will appeal to selfie lovers. In addition to this, the phone Is also expected to come with a IP68 dust and water resistance rating.

iQOO 13 is launching in India on December 3: Expected India price, specifications and all you need to know

<ul><li>Retail inflation eased to a three-month in January mainly on account of lower food prices.</li><li>Twelve of the 22 states witnessed higher than average inflation, especially in large states like Maharashtra, UP, Gujarat, Karnataka.</li><li><keyword id="19895063" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="india" source="keywords">India</keyword>'s industrial production grew 3.8% in December 2023, according to official data. </li></ul>Retail inflation eased to a three-month low of 5.1% in January mainly on account of lower food prices, according to official data released on Monday. Inflation based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) was at 5.69% in December 2023 and 6.52% in January 2024. In August 2023, inflation touched a high of 6.83%. According to the data released by the <keyword id="20070866" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="national-statistical-office" source="keywords">National Statistical Office</keyword> (<keyword id="20067517" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="nso" source="keywords">NSO</keyword>), retail inflation in the food basket was at 8.3% in January 2024, down from 9.53% in the preceding month. “Inflation came in higher for December than our expectations at 5.1% against 4.7%, though lower than that of November which was 5.7%. Food products continue to exert upward pressure on inflation with cereals, vegetables, fruits, pulses, sugar and spices all witnessing high increases. There has been soothing of inflation in the core goods and services which is a relief from the point of view of monetary policy,” said <keyword id="20102121" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="madan-sabnavis" source="keywords">Madan Sabnavis</keyword>, chief economist at Bank of Baroda. Twelve of the 22 states witnessed higher than average inflation. It indicates that inflation is still high in large states like Maharashtra, UP, Gujarat, Karnataka, opine experts. The <keyword id="19899810" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="reserve-bank-of-india" source="keywords">Reserve Bank of India</keyword> has been tasked by the government to ensure retail inflation remains at 4%. “With RBI stating risk of food inflation translating into generalised inflation, we expect RBI to continue cautious stance. However, softening of core inflation should provide confidence to trajectory of inflation moving as expected. We think RBI would rather continue with stability priority and continue maintaining 4% inflation target as sacrosanct, and hence we do not see premature easing from RBI,” said Akhil Mittal, senior fund manager-fixed income, Tata Mutual Fund. Most experts believe that uncertain food prices will keep the central bank cautious. "CPI inflation came in slightly softer than our expectations led by moderation in food prices. Positively though, core inflation softened in line with our expectations. However, uncertainties in food inflation outlook should keep RBI cautious in the near term, with much of action by the RBI expected on the liquidity front," said Upasna Bhardwaj, chief economist, Kotak Mahindra Bank. Industrial production grows 3.8% in December 2023 India's industrial production grew 3.8% in December 2023, according to official data released on Monday. Factory output measured in terms of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) had witnessed a growth of 5.1 per cent in December 2022. "India's Index of Industrial Production grows by 3.8% in December 2023," an official statement said. The data released by the National Statistical Office (NSO) showed that the manufacturing sector's output grew 3.9% in December 2023, up from 3.6% in the year-ago month. In December last year, the mining production rose 5.1% and power output increased 1.2%. IIP grew 6.1% during the April-December 2023 period compared to a 5.5% expansion in the year-ago period. “Growth has been pulled down by electricity growth which was just 1.2% reflecting lower levels of demand. Eleven of the 23 manufacturing categories witnessed negative growth with the significant one again being electronic items. Textiles too continue to be in the negative zone due to lower export demand,” says Sabnavis. (With inputs from PTI)

Retail inflation eases to 3-month low of 5.1% in January, IIP grows 3.8% in December

For 84 per cent professionals in the country, <keyword id="294572" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Machine-learning" source="Orion">machine learning</keyword> (ML) followed by <keyword id="66017" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="statistics" source="Orion">statistics</keyword> are the two most in-demand skills that recruiters are looking for in data science professionals, a report said on Tuesday. <keyword id="61204" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="python" source="Orion">Python</keyword> remains the most used programming language across all sectors and MS Excel, Tableau and <keyword id="2431547" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="power-bi" source="Orion">Power BI</keyword> are the top three visualisation tools used by data science professionals, according to the report by <keyword id="6559242" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="great-learning" source="Orion">Great Learning</keyword>, a <keyword id="2900267" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="byju" source="Orion">BYJU</keyword>'s group company. "For professionals looking to thrive in a digital-driven future, setting a foundation for the right data science skills needs to start now to weather the changes that are to come," said Hari Krishnan Nair, Co-founder, Great Learning. This domain has impacted the way companies and businesses function and professionals who upskill in this field have a chance to become prime candidates in lucrative industries, he added. Two out of three professionals with zero-three years of experience said recruiters consider data visualisation as a "must-have skill". Three in four data science professionals with less than three years of work experience engage in upskilling weekly, while more than 50 per cent professionals in the three-six years bracket upskill weekly. Professionals with 6-10 years of experience prefer to upgrade their skills quarterly, the report mentioned. Sector-wise, professionals in retail, Consumer packaged goods (CPG) and e-commerce are more inclined to learn cloud technologies as a new skill. Of the host of programming languages, 90 per cent data science professionals use Python as their choice for statistical modeling, the report noted. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/careers/news/companies-are-hiring-more-hr-people-and-thats-good-news-for-employees/articleshow/93434372.cms">Companies are hiring more HR people and that’s good news for employees</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/news/laal-singh-chaddha-raksha-bandhan-flop-show-can-impact-on-revenue-of-pvr-and-inox-in-second-quarter-of-2022-23/articleshow/93438735.cms">Bollywood’s flops now pose a big risk to multiplex chains</a>

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<ul><li>Disney+ <keyword id="2739840" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Hotstar" source="Orion">Hotstar</keyword> has suffered an outage, with users unable to access the mobile and Android TV app.</li><li>This comes at a time when India is playing against Australia at home as part of the Border-Gavaskar trophy.</li><li>People have taken to social media platforms to complain about the outage.</li></ul>At a time when India is taking on Australia at home in one of the most popular test series, Hotstar going down has angered netizens. Disney+ Hotstar has been inaccessible on smartphones and Android TVs for some time. People have taken to social media platforms such as Twitter to complain about the outage and are angry about missing the test match. <div type="image" title="Screenshot 2023-02-17 142952" msid="98007687" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Outage reports on Down Detector&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Down Detector, a popular website that tracks outages across websites and applications has reported a huge uptick in reports about Disney+ Hotstar being down. The company has not released a statement yet. However, responding to user queries, the company’s support team on Twitter has informed users that the company is aware about the issue and working on resolving it. “We are seeing some unforeseen technical issues across our apps and web. Our team is working on this to ensure this resolved asap. We regret the inconvenience caused,” the Disney+ Hotstar support team said in a tweet. <div type="twitter" handle="hotstar_helps" handlename="Disney+HS_helps" image="http://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1245805221877440514/GFB0Rrwy_normal.jpg" favoritecount="1" retweetcount="1" status="@Poojarai2112 Hi! We are seeing some unforeseen technical issues across our apps and web. Our team is working on th… https://t.co/PctlIbJYoz" createdat="1676623827000" id="1626504337999659010"></div> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Fans express anger on social media" comment="subhead" text="Fans express anger on social media">Fans express anger on social media</cmsannotation> Fans of the Indian cricket team have taken to Twitter to express their anger about the outage. <div type="twitter" handle="SumitNaha8" handlename="Sumit Naha" image="http://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1314347003992702976/QtMYf9y2_normal.jpg" favoritecount="0" retweetcount="0" status="@WaltDisneyComp @DisneyHotstarP @DisneyplusHSVIP @DisneyEnterHard Guys, please work on this. Hotstar app is not wor… https://t.co/hZpYYX5Fcy" createdat="1676623363000" id="1626502391624531968"></div> <div type="twitter" handle="rishabgautam" handlename="Gautam Naidu" image="http://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1062519546983022592/rdiLrHBn_normal.jpg" favoritecount="3" retweetcount="1" status="#Hotstar is down during an important moment in the ongoing Test Match.#IndVsAus2023" createdat="1676623971000" id="1626504939324444673"></div> Fans have criticised the disruption in services during an important match. <div type="twitter" handle="CrickTruths" handlename="Crick Truths" image="http://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1501173047826747392/5gXFoiR__normal.jpg" favoritecount="0" retweetcount="0" status="Do @DisneyPlusHS know that they're down? And are they doing anything at all to solve it asap? Atleast before India'… https://t.co/C73KKo1Y26" createdat="1676623294000" id="1626502099809992706"></div> SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/telecom/news/reliance-jio-and-airtel-add-subscribers-as-vodafone-idea-continues-to-bleed-subscribers/articleshow/98006341.cms">Reliance Jio and Airtel add subscribers as Vodafone Idea continues to bleed subscribers</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/realme-gt3-smartphone-can-be-fully-charged-in-9-minutes/articleshow/97971726.cms">Realme GT3 with 240W charging can charge from 0-100 in nine minutes - launch date, specs, and more</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/xiaomi-13-pro-with-leica-powered-camera-to-launch-in-india-on-february-26-heres-how-its-camera-was-made/articleshow/97765165.cms">Xiaomi 13 Pro with Leica-powered camera to launch in India on February 26 — here’s how its camera was made</a>

Hotstar goes down while India takes on Australia – Netizens fume as they miss the match

<ul><li>The <keyword id="19899810" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Reserve-Bank-of-India" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Reserve Bank of India" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Reserve Bank of India">Reserve Bank of India</keyword>’s <keyword id="20104157" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="monetary-policy" source="keywords">monetary policy</keyword> meeting is set to begin today.</li><li>The central bank will announce the outcome of the <keyword id="22684891" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="MPC-meeting" source="keywords">MPC meeting</keyword> on October 9.</li><li><keyword id="19899808" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="RBI" source="keywords">RBI</keyword> has kept the <keyword id="20094323" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="repo-rate" source="keywords">repo rate</keyword> unchanged for the last nine consecutive meetings.</li></ul>The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to begin its three-day monetary policy meeting on Monday and will run from October 7 to October 9. All eyes are on the outcome, as the central bank has kept the repo rate unchanged for the last nine consecutive meetings. The repo rate, currently at 6.50%, has remained steady since the RBI adopted a cautious stance to balance inflation control and economic growth. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), headed by RBI Governor <keyword id="19913110" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Shaktikanta-Das" source="keywords">Shaktikanta Das</keyword>, is expected to weigh key factors like inflationary trends, global economic uncertainties, and domestic growth prospects. Inflation continues to be a challenge, particularly in food and fuel prices, which saw a surge earlier this year. As per the data from the Ministry of Statistics &amp; Programme Implementation, though the All India Consumer Price inflation in August was 3.65%, which is under the RBI target band the food inflation stands at 5.65% and it remains above the RBI's medium-term target of 4%. Despite these inflationary pressures, the RBI has opted for a status quo on the repo rate, primarily to support economic recovery post-pandemic. However, there are rising concerns that external factors, like the rising global crude oil prices and tensions in West Asia, may compel the RBI to reconsider its current stance. Earlier this month the central government appointed three new members to the monetary policy committee. The MPC comprises three members from the RBI and three external members appointed by the Central Government. The newly reconstituted committee consists of the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India as the Chairperson, ex officio; the Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, in charge of monetary policy--Member, ex officio, and one officer of the Reserve Bank of India, nominated by the Central Board -- Member, ex officio. The new external members included in the MPC are Professor Ram Singh, Director, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi, Saugata Bhattacharya, economist; and Dr. Nagesh Kumar, Director and Chief Executive, Institute for Studies in Industrial Development. Market participants and analysts are closely monitoring this meeting for any forward guidance on future rate actions. Many believe the central bank will continue its wait-and-watch approach, but a surprise rate hike cannot be entirely ruled out. On September 18, the <keyword id="19901377" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="US-Federal-Reserve" source="keywords">US Federal Reserve</keyword> announced a steep 50 basis points interest cut in its review meeting. US Fed announced the rate cuts after holding interest rates steady for eight straight meetings. The outcome of the MPC meeting will be announced on October 9 and will set the tone for future monetary policies amid the changing global economic landscape. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will commence its three-day monetary policy meeting on Monday, October 7th, and continue until October 9th. The result of this meeting is eagerly anticipated, as the central bank has maintained a steady repo rate for the past nine consecutive meetings. The repo rate has remained at 6.50% since the RBI adopted a cautious approach to balance inflation control and economic growth. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), led by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, will consider various factors, including inflationary trends, global economic uncertainties, and domestic growth prospects. Inflation remains a challenge, particularly in food and fuel prices, which surged earlier this year. According to data from the Ministry of Statistics &amp; Programme Implementation, All India Consumer Price inflation in August was 3.65%, within the RBI's target band, however, food inflation stands at 5.65%, exceeding the RBI's medium-term target of 4%. Despite inflationary pressures, the RBI has opted to maintain the repo rate to support economic recovery post-pandemic. Nonetheless, rising concerns about external factors, such as increasing global crude oil prices due to tensions in West Asia, may prompt the RBI to reassess its current stance. Earlier this month, the central government appointed three new members to the monetary policy committee. The MPC consists of three members from the RBI and three external members appointed by the Central Government. It is worth noting that on September 18, the US Federal Reserve announced a substantial 50 basis points interest rate cut in its review meeting, reversing its previous stance of holding rates steady for eight consecutive meetings. With inputs from ANI. 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<ul><li><keyword id="1795966" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="calyampudi-radhakrishna-rao" source="Orion">Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao</keyword> was born on September 10, 1920 into a Telugu-speaking family in the erstwhile Madras Presidency. </li><li>Two years before India got its independence, he published a paper with three results that aided scientific research for decades after. </li><li>From data science to <keyword id="274992" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="higgs-boson" source="Orion">Higgs Boson</keyword> – many large scientific experiments use his work. </li></ul>Where is statistics used? The answer to this broad question lies in the life and works of Dr CR Rao, who will soon be presented with the International Prize in Statistics, which is the Nobel Prize of the statistics field. The 102-year-old Indian-American scientist’s work in statistics now propels the field of science — right from data analytics to analysing data from Large Hadron Collider, the world’s most powerful accelerator that found the elusive God particle or the Higgs Boson a decade ago. In fact when a cardiologist had a problem constructing the shape of the human left ventricle from a pair of X-ray projection images taken from two perpendicular camera sets — it led to his extensive work on shape analysis. When he was at Cambridge University, he was presented with <a href="https://theprint.in/india/legendary-statistician-cr-rao-credited-with-restructuring-field-of-statistics-turns-100/499800/">the Jebel Moya problem</a>. Skeletons from an ancient grave in Africa were brought back to the university and Rao analysed their measurements to determine their lives and relationship with neighbours. That’s when he introduced the concept of quadratic entropy, a general measure of diversity or non-homogeneity in a population. For decades, his papers and works have helped scientists estimate results of experiments starting right from basic sciences like physics, chemistry and biology to artificial intelligence (AI), radar systems and many more that are to come. Early life of the man who became a legend Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao was born on September 10, 1920 into a Telugu-speaking family in Huvvina Hadagalli. The town then belonged to the erstwhile Madras province, and is now in Karnataka. His father was a police inspector and his mother a homemaker. After completing his high school education in Visakhapatnam, he obtained his Master’s Degree in Mathematics from Andhra University in 1940. Later, he joined a master’s programme at the Calcutta University in statistics which was newly instituted. Needless to say, he received the <a href="http://library.isical.ac.in:8080/jspui/bitstream/10263/5522/2/C%20R%20Rao%20biography.pdf">highest rank possible </a>and a gold medal too. Two years before India got its independence, he published a paper where he demonstrated <a href="https://www.dnaindia.com/science/report-who-is-cr-rao-102-year-old-mathematician-awarded-nobel-prize-of-statistics-for-75-year-old-work-3035524">three fundamental results</a> — Cramer-Rao lower bound, the Rao-Blackwell Theorem; and introduced differential geometric methods in statistical estimation. His third result formed the basis for a new interdisciplinary field - ‘information geometry’. He went to Cambridge for a project and came back to work at the Indian Statistical Institute in the late 1940s. At the institute, he rose to the ranks of a director and quit in 1976. In 1978, he moved to the US as a university professor after retiring, and continues to the professor emeritus of statistics at Penn State. So, to answer the question posed at the start of this piece – thanks in large part to the efforts of Rao, statistics is used in everything from computer science, quantum physics, linguistics and sociology to economics.

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India’s political landscape is increasingly being defined by the troubling nexus between crime and politics. A study has highlighted a startling correlation: the election of politicians with criminal records is directly linked to a rise in crime across the country, particularly in states with weaker institutional frameworks. As India's political system continues to grapple with this issue, the societal consequences are becoming clear. <h2>A history of <keyword id="23341122" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="criminal-politicians" source="keywords">criminal politicians</keyword></h2><keyword id="21026899" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Pappu-Yadav" source="keywords">Pappu Yadav</keyword>, a veteran politician from Bihar, serves as a prime example of this disturbing trend. Having represented his constituency for nearly 25 years, Yadav has faced 41 criminal cases, including serious accusations of murder and kidnapping. Despite his conviction in 2008, Yadav was acquitted in 2013, and he continues to hold political influence. His case is not unique; the political scene in states like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh is littered with politicians facing multiple criminal charges. Anant Singh, another prominent figure from Bihar, holds a political career shadowed by 38 criminal cases, including murder, kidnapping, and attempts to murder. These individuals represent a broader pattern where politicians accused of serious crimes continue to serve in public office despite their criminal backgrounds. "They are getting elected, and over time the number has only been going up," remarks lead author Nishith Prakash. "In some states, it could be as high as almost 40% of people who are representing the state have some kind of a criminal accusation." <h2>Crime begets crime</h2>The research delves into the ramifications of electing criminally accused politicians. The study found that states with a higher number of such politicians also experienced increased <keyword id="22044507" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="crime-rates" source="keywords">crime rates</keyword>. For example, states like Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Odisha, and Uttar Pradesh, known for their historically weak institutions, have seen crime rise by 4.3% annually with the election of criminal politicians. The number increases to 5.8% when the politicians are accused of serious crimes like murder and kidnapping. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="113692670" title="What will it take for Kangana Ranaut’s &amp;#39;Emergency&amp;#39; to finally hit theatres?" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div>Prakash notes that weak rule of law and institutional failure create fertile ground for such politicians to not only rise to power but also exacerbate the deteriorating law-and-order situation. When politicians themselves are involved in criminal activities, they often manipulate legal and administrative systems, further weakening law enforcement and emboldening criminal networks. The reign of <keyword id="20122630" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="lalu-prasad-yadav" source="keywords">Lalu Prasad Yadav</keyword>, president of the Rashtriya Janata Dal political party in Bihar, illustrates the adverse impact criminal politicians can have. Under his leadership, Bihar’s political environment devolved into what is now infamously known as "Jungle Raj," a period marked by rampant kidnappings for ransom, particularly targeting affluent individuals like doctors and schoolchildren. The researchers note that during this time, the kidnapping industry flourished as criminals enjoyed either direct or indirect support from the state. <h2><keyword id="22404298" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="impact-on-women" source="keywords">Impact on women</keyword> and <keyword id="19900794" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="economic-growth" source="keywords">economic growth</keyword></h2>Beyond the immediate rise in general crime rates, the study revealed alarming statistics regarding crimes against women. Electing criminally accused politicians was found to increase crimes against women by 12.6%. In states where such politicians held office, female labour force participation dropped by 10-11%, as women felt unsafe and chose not to engage in work outside their homes. The research also highlighted the economic toll criminal politicians take on their constituencies. Areas represented by politicians accused of serious crimes saw economic growth lag between 2.3% and 6.5% per year compared to other regions. These leaders often misappropriate public funds, divert resources for personal gain, and enable criminal enterprises, all of which stifle local development. <h2>Legal measures taken</h2>India has made strides in identifying and tracking criminally accused politicians. A landmark 2003 ruling by the <keyword id="19895345" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Supreme-Court" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Supreme Court" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Supreme Court">Supreme Court</keyword> mandated that candidates for political office must disclose their criminal records, making it easier for voters and institutions to scrutinise their backgrounds. However, the law only disqualifies convicted individuals from running for office, allowing accused politicians to continue their political careers while facing serious charges. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="113446721" title="It&amp;#39;s not just the rhetoric — apathy and jokes could be fueling a spiral of retaliatory political violence, expert warns" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div>The research conducted by Prakash and his team has caught the attention of Indian courts and the Election Commission. While reform is slow, there is growing recognition that the quality of political leadership has a profound impact on societal outcomes, from crime rates to economic performance. "The quality of politicians matters," Prakash notes. "Who you elect has implications on outcomes that we care about. It could be economic growth, it could be crime against women, it could be labour force participation. These are very important outcomes for society and the economy." The findings of this research have been published in Journal of Law Economics and Organization and can be accessed <a href="https://docs.iza.org/dp15259.pdf">here</a>.

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>Federal data indicates wind-turbine technician is the fastest-growing job in the US.</li><li>The US and other countries are building more wind farms to tackle the climate crisis.</li></ul>Dakota Carter was in middle school when a new wind farm went up near his hometown of Delavan, Illinois.He was fascinated by the project's turbines, which can churn out enough power for 35,000 homes."I've always been passionate about the environment," Carter said. "So I thought a career in wind could actually make a difference."Now Carter, 29, is the operations site supervisor at that project, known as the Rail Splitter Wind Farm, owned by EDP Renewables North America. He started as an intern in 2017 before becoming a wind technician and then advancing over the past seven years.<div type="image" title="Dakota Carter's headshot" height="3000" width="2002" msid="111240018" hostid="261"></div>Carter entered the field at the right time. Federal data indicates <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/fastest-growing.htm">wind-turbine technician is the fastest-growing job</a> in the US, alongside nurse practitioner. While the absolute number of new jobs isn't that big, it represents a projected 45% increase between 2022 and 2032, more than any other occupation.The jobs website Indeed said <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/climate-jobs-career-grow-pay-well-high-salary-2024">postings for wind-turbine technicians grew by 30% in 2023</a>, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics expects about 1,800 openings each year over the next decade. <a target="_blank" href="https://gwec.net/global-wind-workforce-outlook-2023-2027-pr/">Industry groups have forecast</a> demand for about 240,000 new recruits by 2027 across Australia, Brazil, China, Colombia, Egypt, India, Japan, Kenya, South Korea, and the US.These countries want to build onshore and offshore wind farms rapidly so they can meet renewable-energy targets and mitigate the climate crisis. The International Energy Agency estimates that for the world to achieve net-zero greenhouse-gas emissions by 2050, about 17% more wind capacity must be added to power grids every year. The US is <a target="_blank" href="https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=61242">expected to add 11% capacity</a> from 2023 to 2025.<div type="image" title="Rail Splitter Wind Farm" height="1663" width="2500" msid="111240021" hostid="261"></div>The UK has long been a leader in wind but was recently surpassed by China, which accounted for half of all the new wind capacity added around the world in 2022. The US is further behind, but the industry got a boost from the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022. The law authorized generous tax breaks for renewable-energy projects and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/biden-administration-wants-boost-clean-energy-pay-through-tax-credits-2024-6">companies that pay their workers well</a>.In the US, the jobs are mostly onshore, in states like Texas, New Mexico, Kansas, and Colorado. The first large-scale offshore projects recently opened up off the coasts of New York and Massachusetts.<h2 id="17c8bcca-ed0f-4063-a0e8-917012b885ee">Last year the median pay for a wind-turbine technician was $61,770, but listings on Indeed averaged $80,100</h2>Harry Willats, an executive consultant at Darwin Recruitment who specializes in the wind sector, told Business Insider that the starting wage for a wind technician was typically $20 to $25 an hour. More-experienced technicians with specialized training could earn nearly $50 an hour. Offshore wind technicians can expect to earn an extra 30% to 40% compared to onshore workers. There are a lot of overtime opportunities as well. As technicians move into supervisor positions, they might get an annual salary.Federal <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/wind-turbine-technicians.htm">data indicates</a> the average hourly wage for the position in the US in 2023 was nearly $30 an hour, or $61,770 a year. But listings on Indeed averaged $80,100 a year.Willats said there are several pathways into the industry. Typically, people finish a one-year electrical certificate program at a technical or community college and then get hired as apprentices. Those interested in offshore wind need to complete Global Wind Organization courses in basic safety, first aid, and sea survival.There's a lot of on-the-job training. Wind technicians in the early stages of their careers might do scheduled maintenance and cleaning. As they advance, their jobs involve more troubleshooting and repairing, as well as managing crews. Willats said the highest-paid technicians tend to have specialized equipment certificates, such as those from Siemens Gamesa and GE.Carter earned a bachelor's degree in business management at Robert Morris University in Illinois. He realized he didn't want a desk job, so he returned to a local community college for a one-year sustainable-energy certificate program focused on solar, wind, and building systems before joining EDP Renewables.<h2 id="8e6fc2e3-c71a-47ee-8aa5-44702f8cb77e">Exposed to the elements</h2>"The biggest con is pretty obvious: the weather," Carter said. "You're working in the heat or the cold, and you're high up in the air. That can be pretty brutal. It's also a very physical job."But Carter said that working in renewable energy made him feel like he was leaving the world a better place. He also has work-life balance at Rail Splitter Wind Farm. EDP owns, operates, and repairs the site, meaning Carter doesn't have to spend time away from home. Technicians who work for a company that operates a lot of wind farms may have to travel from site to site for long stretches.Now that Carter is a supervisor, he spends more time talking with developers and people in the community about new projects the company is considering.

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