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Daily Mirror
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Gemma Collins teases Dancing on Ice wedding plans
Gemma Collins sent fans into a frenzy this week after she 'accidentally' revealed that her first dance with Rami Hawash will be on the ice - not before she backtracked Gemma Collins caused quite a stir after 'accidentally' divulging her wedding plans on Instagram. The reality TV queen left fans in a spin this week when she hinted at a return to the ice for her first dance with soon-to-be husband Rami. In a hilarious follow up, she appeared to apologise for the mishap before saying that it was all a joke and that we should all embrace sharing more. Research has found two thirds of people consider discussing romantic relationships 'cringey', but the reality star has partnered with Sky Mobile to encourage Brits to embrace their inner 'over sharer' and start talking about topics often considered off limits like finances and workplace gossip. The study by the mobile mobile provider found nearly half of UK adults admit to oversharing aspects of their personal lives. For third of people they are happy to talk about lives unprompted, and once they start, they struggle to stop. It comes after Taylor Swift sparks engagement rumours as fans spot Travis Kelce's lock screen Cat Deeley found moving back to the UK 'really hard' before split from Patrick Kielty Sharon Osbourne breaks down in tears at Ozzy's funeral in heartbreaking scenes Almost three-quarters confess to oversharing primarily via phone calls, texts or social media. However, for boomers and millennials, face-to-face is the preferred method if one is going to overshare. Sky Mobile orchestrated the research and deliberate leak of Gemma's plans to help inspire folks to become the ultimate 'over sharers'. Gemma Collins said: "Oversharing is caring huns, don't stress about it - I've overshared all my life and I love it. Now, we can share even more so that those you love can keep the group chats going strong." The survey also revealed that 37 per cent have formed new bonds through oversharing, while 33 per cent experience a sense of relief from it. When it comes to the reasons behind oversharing, 46 per cent attribute it to sheer excitement, 31 per cent aim to foster trust, and another 30 per cent react to someone else's 'too much information' moments. Sky Mobile, which is offering a Piggybank benefit that allows people to share any unused data with up to seven family members or friends with SIMS on their plan added: "We're all about sharing more - and that includes your data. So, whether it's a group chat, a video call, or a meme marathon, oversharing has never been easier."
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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Steel quality control order duplicative and hurts MSMEs, says GTRI
Hours after a Quality Control Order (QCO) was issued for steel imports in June, a major domestic stainless steel producer hiked prices sharply, as it had allegedly already secured quality clearances for its foreign suppliers before the new rule came into force, think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) said in a report on Tuesday The QCO issued by the steel ministry on June 13 that mandated certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for raw materials, has locked thousands of smaller firms out of the market while giving larger players an edge, GTRI has argued. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) that depend on imported semi-finished steel in sectors like auto components, precision engineering, and construction, are facing shipment delays, demurrage costs and cancelled contracts. While the Madras High Court granted an interim stay on the order on July 17, the Steel Import Monitoring System (SIMS) portal still requires BIS certificate details, prolonging supply chain disruptions. The Steel Ministry, which has defended the order, saying it ensures parity between domestic producers and importers and prevents dumping of sub-standard steel, has moved the Supreme Court last week against the HC stay order. The GTRI said the rule is 'duplicative, impractical and harmful to trade' as the BIS already audits overseas factories and verifies raw materials under the Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme (FMCS). The QCO could be interpreted as a non-tariff barrier under World Trade Organisation (WTO) rules, it noted. 'The primary value of certification lies in the final product that reaches the end user, not at every stage of the production process,' GTRI's report pointed out, adding that major economies like the United States, European Union and Japan do not require separate raw material certification if the final product meets quality standards. The report also flagged potential market distortion, citing exemptions for finished products like welded pipes, which appear to favour value-added imports over domestic manufacturing. GTRI has pitched for an immediate suspension of the QCO, stakeholder consultations, exemptions for inputs verified under FMCS, and a 90-day transition period for future regulatory changes.
Malaysia Sun
17-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysia Sun
New steel import rule could disrupt supply chains and impose heavy compliance costs on MSMEs: GTRI
New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The recent regulation by the Ministry of Steel has the potential to disrupt supply chains and may impose heavy compliance costs on India's micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), according to a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). GTRI said 'the abrupt change could disrupt supply chains and impose heavy compliance costs on MSMEs reliant on imported semi-finished steel'. It adds that new regulation has triggered panic among MSMEs that depend on imported semi-finished steel, with fears of large-scale losses and plant closures The rule, issued by ministry on June 13, mandates that not just the finished or semi-finished steel products, but also the raw materials used to manufacture them must comply with Indian Standards (IS) and be registered on the Steel Import Monitoring System (SIMS) portal. The move applies to all products covered under India's Quality Control Orders (QCOs). Earlier, foreign exporters could ship finished steel to India after getting certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). However, under the new regulation, their raw material, like billets, slabs, or hot-rolled coils, must also meet BIS standards. For instance, if a Malaysian firm supplies steel slabs to a Vietnamese company that converts them into steel sheets before being exported to India, both companies must now be BIS-certified. It also highlighted that many importers have already paid advances for shipments arriving between June and August, which now risk of being labelled non-compliant, even though contracts were signed months earlier. Adding to the concern is the exemption given to finished products like welded pipes from the new traceability rule. GTRI noted that there was no need for such compliance, especially when BIS officials already inspect and certify finished products at foreign factories. It added 'BIS certification for upstream suppliers can take six to nine months. Yet the Ministry has enforced the new traceability requirement with only three days' notice and no stakeholder consultation. Also, when BIS officials have already inspected and audited the products, say CR coils, at the foreign entity's facility physically and ensured compliance with the Indian standards, then where is the need to ensure the compliance of the raw material used to make it?' GTRI asks the government to reconsider the move with a warning that without relief or extension, the order could result in widespread factory closures and financial distress. (ANI)
India Gazette
17-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
New steel import rule could disrupt supply chains and impose heavy compliance costs on MSMEs: GTRI
New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The recent regulation by the Ministry of Steel has the potential to disrupt supply chains and may impose heavy compliance costs on India's micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), according to a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). GTRI said 'the abrupt change could disrupt supply chains and impose heavy compliance costs on MSMEs reliant on imported semi-finished steel'. It adds that new regulation has triggered panic among MSMEs that depend on imported semi-finished steel, with fears of large-scale losses and plant closures The rule, issued by ministry on June 13, mandates that not just the finished or semi-finished steel products, but also the raw materials used to manufacture them must comply with Indian Standards (IS) and be registered on the Steel Import Monitoring System (SIMS) portal. The move applies to all products covered under India's Quality Control Orders (QCOs). Earlier, foreign exporters could ship finished steel to India after getting certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). However, under the new regulation, their raw material, like billets, slabs, or hot-rolled coils, must also meet BIS standards. For instance, if a Malaysian firm supplies steel slabs to a Vietnamese company that converts them into steel sheets before being exported to India, both companies must now be BIS-certified. It also highlighted that many importers have already paid advances for shipments arriving between June and August, which now risk of being labelled non-compliant, even though contracts were signed months earlier. Adding to the concern is the exemption given to finished products like welded pipes from the new traceability rule. GTRI noted that there was no need for such compliance, especially when BIS officials already inspect and certify finished products at foreign factories. It added 'BIS certification for upstream suppliers can take six to nine months. Yet the Ministry has enforced the new traceability requirement with only three days' notice and no stakeholder consultation. Also, when BIS officials have already inspected and audited the products, say CR coils, at the foreign entity's facility physically and ensured compliance with the Indian standards, then where is the need to ensure the compliance of the raw material used to make it?' GTRI asks the government to reconsider the move with a warning that without relief or extension, the order could result in widespread factory closures and financial distress. (ANI)
The Hindu
17-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Command & Control Centre launched at SCR's Rail Nilayam in Secunderabad to improve monitoring and co-ordination during emergencies
A Unified Command & Control Centre (UCCC) at Rail Nilayam, Zonal Interchange Monitoring System (ZIMS), Station Information Monitoring System (SIMS) and 198 Kwp (kilowatt peak) solar plant at Signal & Telecom workshop, Mettuguda in Secunderabad were launched by South Central Railway (SCR) general manager Arun Kumar Jain on Monday (June 16, 2025). The UCCC, set up at the Disaster Management Control Room (DMCR), was established in line with the Ministry of Railways' directive to improve monitoring and co-ordination during emergencies such as natural calamities, supply chain disruptions, and operational exigencies etc. Resources at UCCC It has high-end digital displays, including two 86-inch screens and two 65-inch interactive displays, integrated with a dashboard that offers real-time feeds from data loggers, CCTV surveillance of stations & locos, and systems like FOIS (Freight Operations Information System) and COA (Control Office Application), said an official release. ZIMS and SIMS ZIMS is to monitor interchange of trains performance across six divisions giving real-time information about rake and loco details through a live dashboard, facilitating smoother train operations. SIMS is a central database designed to ensure quick and seamless access to crucial data related to each station for seamless operations. The 198 kWp capacity solar plant is designed to generate approximately 3,20,760 units of solar energy annually and reduce nearly 259.8 tons of CO₂ emissions every year and will fully meet the workshop's annual energy consumption needs transforming it into an 'Energy Neutral Workshop.' Awards Earlier, Mr. Jain presented 'Employee of the Month' safety awards to nine employees during safety review meeting, including three from Vijayawada division, two from Guntur division and one from Hyderabad division. The employees belong to various categories like loco pilots, assistant loco pilots, station masters, track maintainers and points man. The general manager congratulated the awardees and called for intensified track patrolling focusing on newly constructed RUBs and other vulnerable areas to watch the water stagnation/water bodies along the track side. There should be more vigilance on miscreant activities tampering the signals, to ensure safe movement of the trains. Proper rest is a must for on-duty crew at proper time and interval, he said. The GM also released a book on 'Golden Years of Glorious SCR' – A three-year review from 2022 to 25 about the accomplishments of various departments. Later, he also launched MPs/MLAs representations Web app and Rail Kalarang Web Portal/Mobile Application, the release added.
