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Epoch Times
16 hours ago
- Science
- Epoch Times
C. S. Lewis's Warnings About the Pursuit of Power
A prominent theme in the work of British writer and scholar C.S. Lewis is a warning about science, magic, and the attempt to gain power over nature. While Lewis certainly wasn't anti-science, he understood that the good uses of science could be easily corrupted when scientific discovery and technological development are stimulated purely by the pursuit of power. According to Lewis, seeking power over nature—from trying to control the weather to trying to control human nature itself—contradicts a spirit of wonder, gratitude, and admiration. It also tends to make other human beings and nature itself accessories, making us lose sight of their inherent value. Lewis most clearly articulated this warning in his nonfiction book 'The Abolition of Man,' adapted from a series of lectures he delivered at King's College, Newcastle in 1943. The book begins with a critique of the then-newly published textbooks that promoted relativism and undercut a belief in objective truth. It goes on to challenge modern attempts to dispense with natural law and manipulate nature to humanity's own ends—which often means, in practice, that some people use applied science as a way to gain control over other people.
CNBC
22-05-2025
- Business
- CNBC
The UK government is on track and focusing on growth, says Barclays CEO
C.S. Venkatakrishnan, Barclays' group chief executive, discusses the global economy, the bank's business outlook, the U.K. economy, M&A and more from the Barclays Leadership Conference in London.
The Hindu
03-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
SBI Q4 PAT slides 10% to ₹18,643 crore on higher provisions, board approves dividend of ₹15.90 per share
State Bank of India (SBI) for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2025 reported 10% drop in net profit at ₹18,643 crore as compared with ₹20,698 crore in the year ago period due to higher provisions. Answering a question, SBI Chairman C.S. Setty said, 'There were some one-ups during the fourth quarter. The NII performed well and there was no major reason' The bank's Net Interest Income (NII) for the quarter grew 2.63% to ₹42,775 crore Year on Year (YoY). During the quarter the Net Interest Margin (NIM) was at 3.15% as against 3.47% YoY, down 32 bps. Loan Loss provisions during the quarter grew 20.35% to ₹3,964 crore. Central Board of the Bank, at its meeting held on Saturday declared a dividend of ₹ 15.90 per equity share of ₹ 1 each fully paid up for FY25. The record date for determining the eligibility of members entitled to receive dividend on equity shares is May 16. The bank has reported at it's advances increased 12.03% YoY to ₹42,20,703 crore and deposits grew 9.48% YoY to ₹53,82,190 crore. Gross NPA for the quarter was down 8.78% to ₹76,880 crore. Net NPA during the quarter reduced 6.58% to ₹19,667 crore. For FY25 the bank reported 16% growth in net profit at ₹70,901 crore. NII at ₹166,965 crore grew 4.43% YoY. For the full year the bank had a loan loss provision of ₹14,418 crore, an increase of 51.49% YoY. The bank has cut it's credit growth for this year. 'Our earlier guidance (for credit growth) was 14 to 16%, we are moderating that to 12 to 13%. The system level credit growth probably would be 10 to 11%,' Mr Setty said. He said the rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India would put pressure on the bank's margin but he could not quantify the impact. He said the bank's asset quality had been strong for the last five years and there was sufficient headroom to lend money for growth. The board has authorised the bank to raise ₹25,000 by way of Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) or Follow on Public Offer (FPO).
South Wales Argus
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Things to do in Gwent this weekend
Seven Wonders: The Spirit of Fleetwood Mac at the Blackwood Miners' Institute On Saturday, April 26, the Blackwood Miners' Institute will host Seven Wonders: The Spirit of Fleetwood Mac at 7:30pm. This seven-piece band pays tribute to Fleetwood Mac, covering all eras of the band's music. Attendees can expect to hear classics such as Go Your Own Way, The Chain, and Dreams. Tickets for the event are priced at £25. The band has been praised as "the best tribute" and promises an evening of singing and dancing for all Fleetwood Mac fans. 150th anniversary of the Victorian refurbishment of St Cadoc's Church in Llangattock-Vibon-Avel Also on April 26, and on Sunday, April 27, the 150th anniversary of the Victorian refurbishment of St Cadoc's Church in Llangattock-Vibon-Avel will be celebrated. Visitors can drop in between 9am and 5pm to explore the church's history and see the restoration work on the pipe organ. The church is home to stained glass by three Victorian makers and the burial place of C.S. Rolls, the founder of Rolls Royce. Visitors are encouraged to bring music to play on the organ, with no prior experience required. April Taproom Party at the Hive Mind Mead & Brew Co On April 26, an April Taproom Party will be held at the Hive Mind Mead & Brew Co. The event will feature a performance by Velvet Man God and food by Welsh burger legends Hills Brecon. The party will start at 5.30pm, with food served from 6pm and music from 7.45pm. Entry is free, but attendees are asked to book a ticket to ensure enough food is prepared. Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run at Parc Bryn Bach On Sunday, April 27, the Hospice of the Valleys Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run will take place at Parc Bryn Bach. The event is open to runners of all abilities, with the six-mile race open to those aged 17 and over, and the one-mile run for children aged 4 to 16. The race will take place in the scenic grounds of Parc Bryn Bach. Classic car show at Chepstow Racecourse Also on April 27, the Chepstow Classic Car Show will be held at Chepstow Racecourse. The event will run from 10am to 3pm and will feature a range of vintage cars, as well as an auto jumble and collector's fair. Public admission is £5, with free entry for those under 16 when accompanied by an adult. Classic car owners can book their cars into the show for free.
The Hindu
24-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
HC calls for a legal framework to deal with cyberbullying of all kinds
The Kerala High Court has called for a legal framework to address the issue of cyberbullying or online harassment, particularly those incidents which have no sexual connotations. Justice C.S. Sudha made the observation recently while dismissing an appeal filed by Fakrudeen Panthavoor from Malappuram against the the Ernakulam Sessions Court's dismissal of his anticipatory bail petition in a sexual harassment case registered against him for uploading video containing derogatory statements against a woman on social media. It is of grave concern that in this digital age there is a lack of effective legislation to combat cyberbullying, which calls for the urgent attention of the authorities, the court observed. 'Cyberbullying need not be solely defined by sexual overtones, but may manifest in various forms, many of which remain insufficiently addressed by the existing laws. Notably, while the Information Technology Act does not explicitly define or address cyberbullying, amendments made to the Indian Penal Code in 2013 introduced provisions relating to stalking and voyeurism. However, there remains a conspicuous absence of legal provisions that directly address the issue of cyberbullying, particularly those incidents devoid of any sexual context.' Gap in legal framework The court added that 'further exacerbating this concern is the fact that despite the enactment of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in 2024, no legal provisions have been introduced to specifically address this form of online harassment. This gap in the legal framework, in my opinion, requires immediate rectification by the authorities.' Misconception The court observed that in the era of social media, individuals often operate under the misconception that the right to freedom of expression allows them to produce any form of content, make unfounded criticism, issue abusive remarks, or engage in derogatory conduct, all while evading accountability. This raises serious concerns, particularly in the light of the growing cyberbullying.
