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USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Central Michigan served notice by NCAA around Connor Stalions sideline allegations
The long-running saga of Connor Stalions, the man at the center of a sign-stealing controversy at Michigan football, continues. The latest update in the story is centered around Central Michigan University and their game with Michigan State back in 2023 where Stalions appeared to be in disguise on their sideline recording plays and signals. On Tuesday, Tony Garcia of the Detroit Free Press reported that CMU has been served a notice of allegations from the NCAA related to the scandal. According to Garcia, the NOA (notice of allegations) was filed on June 27, and CMU will have a 90-day window to respond to the NCAA. While Central Michigan has denied knowledge of Stalions on the sideline, they did fire their QB coach at the time, who formerly worked with Stalions on the Michigan football staff. Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan state news, notes, and opinion. You can also follow Andrew Brewster on Twitter @IAmBrewster.
Mint
3 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Waaree Energies Q1 Results: Net profit soars 89% YoY to ₹745 crore, achieves record module output
Waaree Energies, one of India's leading renewable energy companies, announced its June-ending quarter results on July 28, reporting a 89% jump in consolidated net profit to ₹ 745 crore, compared to ₹ 394 crore in the same period last year. The growth was driven by a sharp rise in solar photovoltaic (PV) module sales, with the company achieving its highest-ever quarterly module production of 2.3 GW in Q1 FY26, supported by strong operational focus. Cell production also continued to ramp up during the quarter, according to the company's earnings' report. The revenue from solar PV modules rose to ₹ 3,872.35 crore, up from ₹ 3,178 crore in Q1 FY25, while revenue from the EPC segment jumped 160.50% YoY to ₹ 589.27 crore in Q1FY26. Overall, the company's consolidated revenue from operations improved 31.48% YoY to ₹ 4,597.18 crore. On the operating front, EBITDA surged 82.61% YoY to ₹ 1,168.67 crore, with EBITDA margins expanding by 712 basis points to 25.42%. The company stated it remains on track to commission additional module manufacturing capacities of 1.6 GW in Texas (USA) and 3.2 GW in Chikhli (Gujarat). It is also increasingly focusing on green hydrogen, making significant investments in the sector, with green hydrogen, inverter, and battery energy storage system facilities under construction and progressing as planned, the company said. In late January, the company's wholly owned subsidiary, Waaree Clean Energy Solutions, received a Notification of Award (NOA) from Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) to set up a production facility with a capacity of 90,000 MT per annum for green hydrogen. The Board of Directors has additionally approved a capex of ₹ 2,754 crore to expand cell manufacturing capacity by 4 GW in Gujarat and ingot-wafer capacity by 4 GW in Maharashtra. Commenting on the results, Dr. Amit Paithankar, Whole Time Director & CEO of Waaree Energies said, 'Waaree continues to deliver strong operational performance in Q1 FY26, building on last year's momentum. He highlighted a robust order book of ₹ 49,000 crore and a global project pipeline exceeding 100 GW, reflecting positive market sentiment across key geographies.' Paithankar noted that achieving record module production of 2.3 GW underscores the company's operational efficiency improvements, with factory build-out projects in India and the U.S. remaining on schedule. He added that cost discipline and profitability focus are clearly visible in the financial results, and the company maintains its FY26 EBITDA guidance of ₹ 5,500–6,000 crore.
Mint
3 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Waaree Energies Q1 Results: Net profit soars 89% YoY to ₹745 crore, achieves record module output
Waaree Energies, one of India's leading renewable energy companies, announced its June-ending quarter results on July 28, reporting a 89% jump in consolidated net profit to ₹ 745 crore, compared to ₹ 394 crore in the same period last year. The growth was driven by a sharp rise in solar photovoltaic (PV) module sales, with the company achieving its highest-ever quarterly module production of 2.3 GW in Q1 FY26, supported by strong operational focus. Cell production also continued to ramp up during the quarter, according to the company's earnings' report. The revenue from solar PV modules rose to ₹ 3,872.35 crore, up from ₹ 3,178 crore in Q1 FY25, while revenue from the EPC segment jumped 160.50% YoY to ₹ 589.27 crore in Q1FY26. Overall, the company's consolidated revenue from operations improved 31.48% YoY to ₹ 4,597.18 crore. On the operating front, EBITDA surged 82.61% YoY to ₹ 1,168.67 crore, with EBITDA margins expanding by 712 basis points to 25.42%. The company stated it remains on track to commission additional module manufacturing capacities of 1.6 GW in Texas (USA) and 3.2 GW in Chikhli (Gujarat). It is also increasingly focusing on green hydrogen, making significant investments in the sector, with green hydrogen, inverter, and battery energy storage system facilities under construction and progressing as planned, the company said. In late January, the company's wholly owned subsidiary, Waaree Clean Energy Solutions, received a Notification of Award (NOA) from Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) to set up a production facility with a capacity of 90,000 MT per annum for green hydrogen. The Board of Directors has additionally approved a capex of ₹ 2,754 crore to expand cell manufacturing capacity by 4 GW in Gujarat and ingot-wafer capacity by 4 GW in Maharashtra. Commenting on the results, Dr. Amit Paithankar, Whole Time Director & CEO of Waaree Energies said, 'Waaree continues to deliver strong operational performance in Q1 FY26, building on last year's momentum. He highlighted a robust order book of ₹ 49,000 crore and a global project pipeline exceeding 100 GW, reflecting positive market sentiment across key geographies.' Paithankar noted that achieving record module production of 2.3 GW underscores the company's operational efficiency improvements, with factory build-out projects in India and the U.S. remaining on schedule. He added that cost discipline and profitability focus are clearly visible in the financial results, and the company maintains its FY26 EBITDA guidance of ₹ 5,500–6,000 crore. Disclaimer: The views and recommendations given in this article are those of individual analysts. These do not represent the views of Mint. We advise investors to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Geek Dad
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Dad
‘Donkey Kong Bananza' – Not Just the Same Old Kong
My only disappointment regarding the recent launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 didn't have anything to do with the lack of an OLED screen or the Joy-Con 2 construction or even the battery life. Indeed, it wasn't hardware-related in the slightest. My one knock against the system was that Donkey Kong Bananza , a game that I've been lauding since I first picked up a Switch 2 controller, wasn't available on day one. Fast-forward a month and some change, though, and Bananza is soon to hit store shelves, at last righting that singular great injustice. I've been fortunate enough to spend the last couple of weeks digging deep (both literally and figuratively) into this groundbreaking title, and I'm happy to say that the initial little piece of gameplay I sampled at the Nintendo Switch 2 press event scarcely scratched the proverbial surface. Bananza sees DK partnered with a sentient rock creature that is quickly revealed to be none other than a younger version of the songstress Pauline. Abducted by VoidCo, a capitalist cabal of sinister simians, for her powerful voice, Pauline joins Donkey Kong as he delves ever deeper into the underground world in an attempt to recover the stolen Banandium Gems and undo VoidCo's cruel, exploitative plans—a mission accomplished through careful deliberation and peaceful compromise. I'm kidding; it's actually solved by a potent blend of physical violence and wanton devastation. If Bananza transformations aren't in the next Smash Bros. I'm going to be disappointed. image: NOA Though I initially described Bananza as an updated take on The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction , it's really more of a mix between Nintendo Switch standouts Super Mario Odyssey and the Splatoon series. From the former, it draws its expansive worldbuilding and the concept of an almost seamless partnership between combat and platforming. DK's movement is both additive, in that it drives him ever forward/up/down, and degressive, in that it blasts through enemies and the very earth itself. It's a beautiful economy of action that makes the game instantly addictive. Its more Splatoon -y elements include its over-the-top character design and a reliance on music as an element of storytelling. In Donkey Kong Bananza , the soundtrack does more than simply provide an audio backdrop for your continuing adventure; Pauline's soulful melodies are tied directly to the power-ups and puzzle-solving needed to protect this deceptively fragile planet. Controls in Bananza are wonderfully intuitive, with A and B used to jump and pound, Y to punch, and X to uppercut (which is especially useful when tunneling underground). The L trigger activates Pauline's song, while ZL sends DK rolling. Similarly, R employs Donkey Kong's hand slap, and ZR is used to tear up chunks of the environment to toss at enemies or surf on across hazardous materials. With movement and camera ably handled by the left and right thumbsticks, the D-pad is reserved for supplementary actions. Use left and right to scroll through your available Bananazas, up to check your skills and character status, and down to enter photo mode. The + button takes the player to a pause screen complete with options and amiibo functionality, while – quickly switches to a nicely detailed map. Donkey Kong Bananza is my new gold standard as far as map systems are concerned. image: NOA As outlandish as this game world is—and trust me, it gets really weird really fast—there's a wonderfully crooked logic at play in Donkey Kong Bananza . Not sure where to go? Pauline's song will point the way. On the hunt for collectables? DK's crushing hand slap serves as sonar to uncover hidden goodies. Even as you dive ever deeper into the unknown, Bananza rewards your curiosity. Challenge rooms abound, and the tests within run the gamut. Timed enemy battles, Donkey Kong Country -style side-scrolling and minecart runs, inspired environmental puzzlers, and destruction-based challenges all await, each rewarding the player with precious gold and/or hard-fought Banandium Gems. As our dynamic duo continues ever lower, new and more fantastical environments are encountered, complete with crystalline and animal inhabitants that add a fun narrative flavor to each stratum. This helps make otherwise run-of-the-mill sublayer themes—ice and snow, verdant jungles, fiery lava pools, slimy ooze—feel unique and inviting. Plus, the further DK and Pauline dig, the hardier these destructible environments (and their sinister interlopers) become. Thankfully, Bananza has no shortage of specialized currencies to help you out. Fossils can be exchanged for clothing that allows for customization of DK and Pauline and can add helpful buffs. Gold, available in abundance from the game's earliest sublayers, helps build up Bananergy for the titular Bananza transformations, lets players continue after an untimely death, is employed to craft Banandium Chips into a proper Banandium Gem, and can even be used to purchase Getaways where your team can rest up to restore health. The Edlers are all very cleverly designed… and also enormous. image: NOA Those prized Banandium Gems are important for leveling up DK's skills. Collect five Banandium Gems to unlock a skill point, which can then be used to boost stats, increase the range of the DK's item-detecting sonar, or further power up your already impressive Bananza forms. Earned by reuniting animal Elders with their prized records, each Bananza offers a massive new form that not only increases DK's already considerable brawn but can similarly supplement his speed and allow for things like limited flight. The closer you draw to the planet's core, the more gold and Banandium you acquire, the more Bananza forms you unlock, and the more mini-bosses you best, making for a wonderfully smooth learning curve as you perfect your own personal approach to combat and exploration. Backtracking is encouraged but seldom required, and Donkey Kong Bananza 's logically layered map and eel-based fast travel system make transportation a snap. Assist and co-op modes go even further to make Bananza accessible, allowing for quicker progression and giving Pauline's voice its own destructive powers, respectively. There's also a DK Artist feature where future Michelangelos can try their hand at virtual sculpture… with a Donkey Kong twist. In a title already perfectly polished and packed with content, all these little extras feel positively decadent. DK Artist uses the Joy-Con 2 mouse functionality. image: NOA While long denied top billing in favor of company mascot Mario, Donkey Kong is truly a character who has stood the test of time. By the same token, Donkey Kong as a property has encompassed everything from simple arcade action to challenging platformers to puzzle and rhythm games, all without ever losing sight of how innately magical this big, buffoonish gorilla is. Bananza manages to channel the very best elements of every Donkey Kong title that's come before into a remarkable adventure that surprises and delights, rewarding innovation and encouraging experimentation while never failing to let fun be its true focus. Perhaps unsurprisingly, this means that Donkey Kong Bananza holds the honor of being the Switch 2's first must-play release. As much as I enjoy Mario Kart World , Mario Kart is an iterative affair, and while World gets so much right, it stops short of redefining the property. The Cyberpunk and Bravely Default launch titles that I've likewise put so much time into showcase the flexibility of the Switch 2 as a platform, but both games were also well served on other systems as well. Donkey Kong Bananza , though? This is the system seller Nintendo's been looking for. Maybe it doesn't have Mario or Luigi, but it features plenty of returning classic characters and a host of exciting new gameplay opportunities that make this the most enticing Donkey Kong title to date. Even if our primate protagonist does, at times, tend to go a little bananas. Review and promotional materials provided by Nintendo of America. This post contains affiliate links. Kid Pauline > Baby Peach. Liked it? Take a second to support GeekDad and GeekMom on Patreon!
Business Standard
08-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
SEAMEC secures a contract worth Rs 39.20 cr
From Oil & Natural Gas CorpnSEAMEC announced that Oil & Natural Gas Corpn, vide its Notification of Award (NOA) contract dated 08 July 2025, has awarded a contract for repair/ replacement of Spider Deck Members of Platform NLM9 in Western Offshore. The contract is to be executed within a period not exceeding 90 days commencing around 16 October 2025. The total contract value will be Rs. 39.20 crore inclusive of GST and other taxes and duties. Powered by Capital Market - Live News
