Latest news with #FST
The Hindu
16-07-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Indian sports wrap, July 16: India stays in contention for semifinal spot at FIBA Women's Asia Cup Division B event
BASKETBALL FIBA Women's Asia Cup, Division B: India stays in contention for semifinal spot India women's basketball team beat Tahiti 78-55 in its final Group A match of the FIBA Women's Asia Cup (Division B) in Shenzhen, China, on Wednesday. Sreekala Rani (15 points) and Sathya Krishnamurthi (11 points) were the top scorers in India's second win of the tournament. India (five points) finished second behind Chinese Taipei (six points) in its group. While Chinese Taipei goes directly into the semifinals, India will face third-placed team from Group B on Friday for a place in the last-four stage. The competition, which concludes on July 20, had eight teams divided equally into two groups with. Winner of the tournament is set to be promoted to Division A. India has previously won the Division B title in 2017 when it was also the host. However, the team missed out on playing in Division A in 2023 and aims to find its way back. -Team Sportstar CHESS AICF to host 10 FIDE trainer seminars in 2025 The All India Chess Federation (AICF) will conduct 10 FIDE trainer seminars this year and one in January 2026. The trainer seminars, aiming to empower the Indian chess coaches for training all levels of growing talents, will start from Vijayawada in August and will cover a host of Indian cities before finally culminating in Ranchi in January 2026. 'For the first time ever, we are witnessing a national federation organising 10 FIDE Trainers' Seminars in a single calendar year — and remarkably, a proposal for the 11th seminar has already been submitted for January,' said Sami Khader, the chair of the TRG (FIDE trainers commission). 'This outstanding initiative by the All India Chess Federation (AICF) is a testament to their unwavering commitment to developing chess trainers and raising the bar for training standards across the region. 'The FIDE Trainers' Commission (TRG) would like to emphasise that this is not only a record-breaking achievement but also reflection of the strong, ongoing collaboration and mutual trust between AICF and TRG.' AICF head of operations, A K Verma said the initiative is a part of producing trained coaches, who can provide quality coaching to budding chess players. 'We have been trying to provide a lot of training support to our coaches and give them the best available training so that they can use the knowledge to train students in their respective academies, institutes, personal coaching as well as in schools,' said Verma. 'For the past could of years, the AICF has been organising five such seminars and from five to 10 is a big leap forward, we just hope more and more coaches join to reap the benefits of this initiative.' Verma also added that he hoped schools will also take cognizance of the importance of having properly trained trainers/teachers with a valid training certificate coming from the apex world body. Top Indian coaches, FST and Dronacharya awardee R B Ramesh, head coach Indian team N Srinath, head coach Indian women team Abhijit Kunte, GM Pravin Thipsay and GM Tejas Bakre have confirmed their participation as coaches for these seminars. SCHEDULE Vijayawada August 8–10; Madurai August 22–24; Kottayam September 12–14; Pune September 19–21; Jaipur September 26–28; Noida, November 14–16; Kolkata November 28–30; Guwahati December 5–7; Bengaluru December 19–21; Ahmedabad December 26–28; Ranchi Januaru 23–25. -PTI Related Topics AICF
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Committee set up in Ludhiana to handle election seizures
LUDHIANA: In view of the upcoming Ludhiana West by-election and following the instructions in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) issued by the Election Commission of India, the district administration of Ludhiana has constituted a four-member committee. This committee is tasked with handling cases related to the seizure of cash and other materials by flying squad teams (FST), static surveillance teams (SST), and excise teams to strictly enforce the Model Code of Conduct, according to an official statement. As per the statement, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Rural Development) Amarjit Bains has been appointed as the chairman of the committee. District Treasury Officer Arun Kumar , ACFA Rakesh Kansal, and SO Shivinder Singh are its members. The statement further explained that, as per guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India (ECI), the committee will make decisions regarding the seizure and release of cash and other items confiscated during checks to avoid inconvenience to the general public. Election officials stated that the committee would examine each case of seizure by the police, FST, and SST on its own initiative. Upon confirming that the confiscated material was not linked to any political party or candidate, the committee would issue orders for the release of such seizures. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like เทรดทองCFDs กับโบรกเกอร์ที่เชื่อถือได้ | เรียนรู้เพิ่มเติม IC Markets สมัคร Undo They added that if a concerned person presented any proof legitimising the seizure, the committee would decide on the release of such cash or other impounded material. Notably, carrying up to Rs 50,000 in cash requires no documentation. However, amounts between Rs 50,000 and Rs 10 lakh must be accompanied by valid proof, while cash exceeding Rs 10 lakh, even with documentation, will be reported to the Income Tax Department for further scrutiny by the seizing teams.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Transact Technologies Inc (TACT) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Record Boha Terminal Sales ...
Release Date: May 13, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Transact Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:TACT) reported record Boha terminal sales, with 2,350 units sold, surpassing the previous quarter's 1,639 units. Total FST revenue increased by 49% year over year, reaching $14.9 million, driven largely by hardware sales. The company achieved positive net income and adjusted EBITDA for the quarter, demonstrating effective operational and cost discipline. TACT secured a major Boha Terminal 2 upgrade order with a leading national convenience store chain, showcasing growing traction in the convenience store vertical. Casino and gaming revenue increased by 18% year over year and 41% sequentially, driven by improving market demand and a new OEM partnership. Recurring FST revenue remained stable, with a slight 3% sequential decline in recurring FST sales. Gross margin decreased to 48.7% from 52.6% in the prior year period, due to a higher mix of FST hardware sales with lower margins. POS automation sales declined by 5% from the prior year, reflecting a strong competitive environment. TSG sales decreased by 22% year over year, attributed to strong demand for legacy spare parts in the prior year that did not repeat. The strategic review process was suspended due to macroeconomic uncertainties, potentially delaying strategic growth initiatives. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 3 Warning Signs with TACT. Q: Can you provide an update on the FST pipeline and the markets where you're seeing the most traction? A: John Dillon, CEO: The FST pipeline is stable, and we're seeing significant traction in the grab-and-go market and food service management. The grab-and-go market requires sophisticated labeling for nutritional information, and we're doing well with national sushi providers. In food service management, we're working with companies like Sodexo and Aramark to automate large facilities. Additionally, we're exploring opportunities in the medical field, providing temperature and sensor capabilities for senior living homes. Q: How is the pipeline conversion for FST progressing? A: John Dillon, CEO: We closed six new clients last quarter with a potential of about 1,800 units over time. We're refining our metrics for customer acquisition cost and lifetime customer value. Our pipeline management is becoming more sophisticated, and we're improving yield through various steps in the sales cycle. Q: Regarding the QSR rollout, where are you in terms of fulfilling the 40,000 legacy units? A: John Dillon, CEO: We're in the early stages, possibly the second or third inning. We now have global permission to sell in every country where the QSR is present, which is a significant market opportunity. The uptake has been positive and successful. Q: Can you provide insights into the revenue guidance range of $47 to $52 million for the year? A: John Dillon, CEO: We expect to improve year-over-year performance, but the business remains somewhat lumpy. Orders can be large and sporadic, affecting quarterly results. However, we anticipate continued improvement quarter over quarter. Q: What are the key drivers for the growth in casino and gaming revenue? A: John Dillon, CEO: The growth was driven by improving market demand and a new win with a major OEM. Our new Epic PR80 thermal roll printer is gaining momentum, and our partnership with Casino Track continues to drive sales. We see no systemic challenges in the midterm for our casino and gaming business. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
BBC News
02-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Fulham supporters' trust 'worried' by price rises
Fulham Supporters' Trust has expressed "regret and worry" about a 2.8% rise in season ticket west London club's prices range from a league-high £3,000 in the new Riverside Stand, to £619, which is the 12th cheapest offering in the Premier the biggest fan group at Craven Cottage, began taking on Shahid Khan's ownership with a yellow card protest over ticket prices in April 2023, before a 4% increase last has continued to fight stadium price rise, while accepting the expansion of the new Riverside Stand, which has a rooftop pool and will be fully operational next weekend, is an important revenue stream for hospitality Silva's side are chasing European qualification for the first time since 2011, and FST praised aspects of Khan's leadership and "continued investment in the club, the team and the stadium" in its latest statement, while criticising the price had argued for a price freeze in line with some other Premier League clubs, and questioned "whether increases in ticket prices will materially change the club's financial position".It added: "Matchday revenue - not just tickets - amounted to a mere 10% of the total in the last financial results, dwarfed by revenue from the Premier League, commercial sponsorship and broadcasters."Ticket price increases have a disproportionately small impact on profitability but a much more material impact on long-standing loyal supporters."The new world-class facilities offered by the Riverside Stand should have been prioritised as target areas for revenue increases."The statement also praised Fulham for keeping concessions and releasing further season tickets but criticised the club for not consulting FST. However, FST has a seat on the Fan Advisory Board (FAB), which praised the club for "maintaining affordability for supporters while long-term financial sustainability goals".Fulham had already explained they "respect financial challenges can impact both supporters and organisations" and that the decision "was made with careful consideration, largely driven by the continued rise in matchday and operational costs"."Our ambition to be financially sustainable, as well as competitive on the pitch in an ever-demanding Premier League, are also always important factors when deliberating ticket prices," the club added.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Longtime Florida Studio Theatre patron is honored for providing $1.25 million bequest
Florida Studio Theatre is honoring the late Mary Jo Reston, an FST supporter for nearly two decades, for providing a $1.25 million gift that will help sustain the nonprofit theater company's artistic excellence for generations to come. Reston will be honored as a Platinum Underwriter in perpetuity for all of FST's programming, FST said, ensuring that the productions she cherished will continue to inspire audiences for years to come. 'Mary Jo Reston was a steadfast supporter of Florida Studio Theatre for many years [but] this was a tremendous surprise to us," FST managing director Rebecca Hopkins said. "We were in awe to discover she had left us such a meaningful gift. She truly understood the mission of FST, and this gift will help us continue to serve our community for decades to come.' Reston, who died in February 2024, was a steadfast presence at FST, attending Mainstage and Cabaret performances for more than 17 years. In 2012, she further demonstrated her commitment by purchasing a brick during the Gompertz Campaign. Without notifying the theater, Reston had named FST as a beneficiary in her estate plans. Her planned legacy gift of $1 million, received in July 2024, was followed by a residual gift of $250,000 in February 2025 that came as an unexpected tribute to FST. Reston was business manager and later a publisher of The Vineyard Gazette in Martha's Vineyard – roles she held for 25 years alongside her then-husband Richard Reston, a former journalist for the Los Angeles Times. The couple went around the world with The Los Angeles Times before moving to Martha's Vineyard in 1975 to run the Vineyard Gazette. The couple became co-publishers in 1988. Reston was deeply involved in running the Gazette, ensuring the paper thrived from behind the scenes. Reston retired from her leadership posts at the Vineyard Gazette in 1999, moving to Sarasota to spend her retirement. She began her career as a schoolteacher in Wisconsin before moving to Washington, D.C., where she worked for the Republican National Committee and at Blue Cross and Blue Shield. "Every year we will remember her as she continues to have an impact on the [Florida Studio Theatre] through her legacy," Hopkins said. Submitted by Wendy Kiesewetter with staff report This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Longtime Florida Studio Theatre patron honored for $1.25 million gift
