ICC suspends USA Cricket: Here’s why
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has suspended USA Cricket (USAC) in a bid to revamp the leadership and governance of cricket in the country.
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Knight Frank Malaysia reports ESG progress in 2024 Annual Report
Reports 22% reduction in emissions and 27. 3% cut in energy costs Firm says ESG initiatives have delivered competitive advantages in client acquisition and retention Knight Frank Malaysia has released its 2024 ESG Report detailing the property consultancys environmental initiatives and their financial outcomes, as Malaysia prepares for new carbon tax regulations in 2026. The firm reported a 22% reduction in Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to its 2019 baseline, achieved through relocating its Kuala Lumpur headquarters to a green-certified building and implementing various energy efficiency measures. Achieving a 22% reduction in Scope 2 emissions was driven by our Kuala Lumpur HQ office relocation to a green-certified building, the downsizing of our office footprint, the adoption of a hybrid work model, and targeted investments in energy-efficient products, said Keith Ooi group managing director of Knight Frank Malaysia. The companys approach included investments in star-rated office equipment and appliances such as LED lighting, refrigerators, pantry appliances, as well as energy-efficient printers, copiers, and multifunction devices. To address remaining emissions, the company says it offset its Scope 2 footprint in 2023 through the purchase of Renewable Energy Certificates. Continue reading at for the full article as DNA is transitioning our sustainability coverage to a standalone news site.
This childcare chain has been mired in scandal. The CEO’s pay went up
Despite worsening safety records at childcare centres he oversees, the Affinity Education chief told an inquiry he got an increase to his salary.
Bajaj Auto announes extra benefits alongisde GST reduction on motorcycles
Bajaj Auto’s shares surged by 2% on Friday after the company announced additional customer benefits on motorcycles under 350cc.
Gold prices have crossed the ₹1.11L mark in India
Gold prices in India have surpassed the 1.11 lakh per 10g mark, influenced by global trends and anticipation of key US inflation data, while international spot gold also reached record levels.
Long-Term Interest Rates in Japan Rise to 17-Year High
Long-term interest rates in Japan, which influence fixed mortgage rates, rose to their highest level in 17 years as the yield on 10-year government bonds briefly reached 1. 665 percent in trading on September 22nd, the highest since 2008.
Pawan Kalyan’s ‘They Call Him OG’ trailer finally out!
The much-anticipated trailer of They Call Him OG, a Telugu film starring actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan and Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi, faced multiple delays.