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Time Business News
5 days ago
- Health
- Time Business News
Clear Vision, Brighter Future: Expert Eye Care at Soni Vision Institute
In today's digital age, maintaining optimal eye health is more crucial than ever. Prolonged screen time, environmental factors, and aging can all contribute to various vision problems. For residents of Cypress, Texas, and the surrounding areas, Soni Vision Institute stands out as a premier destination for comprehensive eye care. Regular eye examinations are not just about updating prescriptions; they're vital for early detection of conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Early intervention can prevent vision loss and maintain quality of life. At Soni Vision Institute, patients have access to a wide range of ophthalmic services tailored to individual needs: Utilizing advanced ORA technology, the institute offers precise intraocular lens customization during cataract procedures, enhancing visual outcomes and reducing dependence on corrective lenses. For those seeking freedom from glasses or contacts, Soni Vision Institute provides personalized LASIK procedures, including alternatives like PRK and SMILE, ensuring optimal results based on individual eye conditions. Addressing both functional and aesthetic concerns, the institute specializes in eyelid surgeries that improve vision and appearance, enhancing overall eye health and patient confidence. Offering both traditional and minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries (MIGS), the institute provides comprehensive care plans to manage intraocular pressure and preserve vision. Recognizing the impact of diabetes on ocular health, Soni Vision Institute offers specialized treatments to manage and mitigate complications arising from diabetic retinopathy and related conditions. What sets Soni Vision Institute apart is its commitment to patient-centric care. Under the leadership of Dr. Ruhi Soni, a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 15 years of experience, the institute emphasizes: Cutting-Edge Technology : Incorporating the latest advancements ensures accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. : Incorporating the latest advancements ensures accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. Personalized Treatment Plans : Recognizing that each patient is unique, care plans are tailored to individual needs and lifestyles. : Recognizing that each patient is unique, care plans are tailored to individual needs and lifestyles. Streamlined Processes : From online appointment scheduling to transparent billing, the institute prioritizes convenience and clarity. : From online appointment scheduling to transparent billing, the institute prioritizes convenience and clarity. Community Engagement: Dr. Soni's involvement in organizations like The Lighthouse of Houston reflects a dedication to broader community health and support. Located at 27700 Northwest Freeway Suite 390, Cypress, Texas 77433, Soni Vision Institute offers flexible scheduling options. Appointments can be booked online, Click here to book your appointment and we will ensure ease and accessibility for all patients. Eye health is an integral part of overall well-being. With a blend of advanced technology, personalized care, and a commitment to excellence, Soni Vision Institute emerges as a trusted partner in maintaining and enhancing vision health. Whether you're considering LASIK, managing a chronic condition, or seeking routine eye care, the institute offers comprehensive solutions tailored to your needs. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ORA vs. GEV: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?
Investors interested in Alternative Energy - Other stocks are likely familiar with Ormat Technologies (ORA) and GE Vernova (GEV). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now? Let's take a closer look. There are plenty of strategies for discovering value stocks, but we have found that pairing a strong Zacks Rank with an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system produces the best returns. The Zacks Rank favors stocks with strong earnings estimate revision trends, and our Style Scores highlight companies with specific traits. Ormat Technologies and GE Vernova are sporting Zacks Ranks of #2 (Buy) and #3 (Hold), respectively, right now. Investors should feel comfortable knowing that ORA likely has seen a stronger improvement to its earnings outlook than GEV has recently. But this is only part of the picture for value investors. Value investors also try to analyze a wide range of traditional figures and metrics to help determine whether a company is undervalued at its current share price levels. Our Value category highlights undervalued companies by looking at a variety of key metrics, including the popular P/E ratio, as well as the P/S ratio, earnings yield, cash flow per share, and a variety of other fundamentals that have been used by value investors for years. ORA currently has a forward P/E ratio of 34.22, while GEV has a forward P/E of 64.89. We also note that ORA has a PEG ratio of 3.42. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. GEV currently has a PEG ratio of 3.60. Another notable valuation metric for ORA is its P/B ratio of 1.68. The P/B is a method of comparing a stock's market value to its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. By comparison, GEV has a P/B of 13.10. These are just a few of the metrics contributing to ORA's Value grade of B and GEV's Value grade of D. ORA stands above GEV thanks to its solid earnings outlook, and based on these valuation figures, we also feel that ORA is the superior value option right now. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Ormat Technologies, Inc. (ORA) : Free Stock Analysis Report GE Vernova Inc. (GEV) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research 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
Scroll.in
26-05-2025
- General
- Scroll.in
UPSC Recruitment 2025: Apply for 494 vacancies till June 12, details here
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has opened its Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal for the recruitment of 494 vacancies across various departments. Interested candidates must apply through the official website The last date to submit online applications is June 12, 2025, till 11.59 pm. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 494 vacancies. This drive includes openings for Operations Officer, Scientific Officer, Junior Research Officer, and other positions. For details on qualifications, pay scale, and other important information, visit the official detailed notification. Steps to apply for various posts Visit the official UPSC website Click on "ORA for various recruitment posts" Select the post — click on "Apply" Fill the form, pay the fee, and submit Direct link to apply. Application Fee Candidates belonging to the General, OBC, and EWS male categories are required to pay an application fee of Rs 25. However, women, SC/ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are exempted from the application fee.
Business Recorder
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Recorder
Sazgar plans NEV rollout by FY26, ups CapEx to Rs11.5bn
Sazgar Engineering Works (SAZEW) is expected to rollout NEV [new energy vehicles] into the Pakistani market in the latter part of FY26, as the automaker announced to raise the capital expenditure (CapEx) of its NEV facility by 155%. The update was provided in an analysts' briefing attended by brokerage houses on Friday. 'The company recently announced that it had revised the cost of its CapEx from the earlier Rs4.5bn to Rs11.5bn on its new NEV plant manufacturing/assembly facility and other cost efficiency projects which include: 1) expansion of existing paint shop, 2) construction of new warehousing facilities, and 3) installation of 5.7MW solar power plant,' said JS Global, who attended the corporate briefing, in its report on Friday. 'The first rollout of NEV vehicles, which will most likely include ORA vehicles, is expected in the latter part of FY26,' it added. Sazgar to launch ORA-07 EV in Pakistan ORA is a sub-brand of Chinese automotive giant Great Wall Motors (GWM), which specialises in EVs. GWM is a major player in the global automotive industry, with a portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Haval, Ora, and Tank, along with the innovative automotive technology firm Salon Mecha Technology Co., Ltd. Furthermore, Sazgar management reaffirmed their plans to launch GWM Tank 500 (Luxury SUV) and are also considering PHEV models, said JS Global. Moreover, the company's production capacity is expected to increase from roughly 40 units per day currently to around 90 after the expansion, it said. '[Sazgar's] management apprised that these new vehicles will not fall under the greenfield status,' read the report. JS Global was of the view that the automaker is prioritizing volumetric growth and the launch of its NEV line-up is expected to help preserve margins depending on the incentives given in the upcoming NEV policy.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Elon Musk's DOGE is launching a new AI retirement system. It was built mostly under Biden
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has spent its first 100 days slashing government programs and firing employees. Yet Musk views DOGE not just as a downsizing force, but also as a team of technologically elite shock troops tasked with rapidly modernizing outdated government systems. Bald eagle live cam update: Now you can watch Big Bear's famous eaglets leave the nest These stunning photos show how nature came back after the world's largest dam removal project 'I'll never get out of this hole': Older Americans brace as DOE begins Social Security garnishments One of DOGE's primary targets on that front is the Office of Personnel Management's antiquated retirement application system, which still relies on paper forms and manual processing. The system handles retirement applications and manages benefits for former federal employees and their families, coordinating closely with agency HR teams and payroll centers. DOGE and its allies inside the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) say they've now built and tested a fully digital, AI-enhanced replacement system, which they plan to launch across federal agencies on June 2. But the plans rely heavily on a product built during the Biden administration called the Online Retirement Application (ORA) system, say two former OPM employees who recently left the agency. A leaked planning document shared with Fast Company shows the ORA pilot launched in 2023 with a handful of agency HR and payroll offices, serving 'a few hundred' retirees. The plan under Biden was to roll out the ORA system government-wide in 2025. The first source, who worked on retirement systems at OPM and spoke to Fast Company on the condition of anonymity, says that ORA is still just a prototype, and not built to support tens of thousands of real retirees. Yet one of the first actions OPM took when Trump came into office was to interrupt the development of ORA. 'They reduced support contracts and added a team of DOGE developers,' adds the second source, who until recently worked at OPM and also spoke on the condition of anonymity. 'There is now a 'war room' to accelerate the work.' DOGE has kept its version of the ORA system largely under wraps. It remains unclear whether the team changed the original system's architecture or user experience, or how the system's AI components were developed, trained, or integrated. A White House official told Fox News that the AI met Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) requirements for securing and monitoring cloud-based services used by government agencies. (Neither DOGE nor OPM responded to Fast Company's requests for comment.) The first ex-OPM source fears that DOGE, without fully understanding the federal retirement workflow, will simply roll out the ORA system as is. 'I think instead of testing it with some Department of Interior retirees, they're just slapping the system into being a requirement,' the source says. This would put the onus entirely on all retiring federal employees to correctly input their data and documents into the system without help from their agency HR department, according to the source. Few dispute the need for modernization. The current system processes around 100,000 retirement applications annually—in a literal underground mine in Boyers, Pennsylvania. The paper-based workflow is infamously slow and prone to error, often causing months-long delays that can be devastating for retirees who depend on timely benefits. While DOGE cites a Trump executive order from February 11 as the mandate behind its work, the OPM's original ORA and digital records systems were responses to a 2021 Biden executive order aimed at modernizing federal technology. To spearhead the retirement-focused effort, Musk reportedly tapped Airbnb cofounder Joe Gebbia, a close friend and fellow Trump supporter. Gebbia joined DOGE in late February, vowing to apply his 'designer brain and startup spirit' to build a paperless solution. Since then, a team of DOGE agents has been working out of a command center at OPM, collaborating with Retirement Services personnel and select staff. OPM acting director Charles Ezell said in a May 7 memo that the new system had already processed 25 retirement claims without generating paper—a claim that Gebbia then echoed on X. Notably, Ezell referred to the system in the memo as the ORA, the system built under Biden. Some experts suspect DOGE's version is little more than a minimum viable product (MVP)—a rough prototype meant to demonstrate potential. Former U.S. Digital Service engineer Kate Green notes that MVPs often depend on manual work-arounds and aren't ready for large-scale use. 'These MVPs often have manual steps or work-arounds for difficult parts of the app, and future development eliminates these steps to create something fully automated,' she tells Fast Company. The second ex-OPM source says DOGE may be emphasizing flashy features—like ditching paper—while ignoring the real pain points, such as retirement applications with missing documents, missing signatures, or errors. 'Personally,' the source says, 'I think they are focusing just on paper because it seems like an easy win.' This post originally appeared at to get the Fast Company newsletter:
