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WeRide And Uber Expand Robotaxi Reach In Abu Dhabi

Autonomous driving technology company WeRide (NASDAQ:WRD) and ride-hailing giant Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER) announced on Tuesday that they have launched Robotaxi services on Al Reem and Al Maryah Islands in Abu Dhabi in partnership with the Integrated Transport Centre.

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Top 5 AI & Autonomy Stocks Trading Under $15 With Big Potential

Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Technology remain two prominent, long-term growth themes, with several stocks offering investors niche exposure.

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WeRide Secures Historic Robotaxi Permit In Saudi Arabia

WeRide Inc. (NYSE:WRD), a global autonomous driving technology company, has become the first to receive a permit to operate driverless taxis in Saudi Arabia. The milestone allows the company to scale commercial deployment of its Robotaxi services across the Kingdom, beginning with a pilot program in Riyadh.

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This Robotaxi Stock Just Achieved a New Milestone. Should You Buy Shares Now?

When most investors hear the word “robotaxi,” one company typically comes to mind first: Tesla (TSLA) . That makes sense, considering Tesla has long chased autonomous vehicles as a key part of its growth strategy. But thus far, the robotaxi rollout at Tesla has left some investors wanting . While...

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Nvidia-Backed WeRide Just Scored a Major Robotaxi Win. Should You Buy WRD Stock Now?

WeRide, a Nvidia-backed autonomous vehicle company, has scored a major win with its expanded robotaxi partnership with Tencent.

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WeRide Stock Explodes as NVIDIA’s Investment Emerges

Shares of WeRide Inc. (NASDAQ: WRD) soared over 80% on Friday after NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) disclosed a 1.74 million share position.

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Nvidia Is Betting Big on WeRide Stock. Should You?

Nvidia revealed a stake in the self-driving car startup, sending its shares surging.

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WRD takes up renovation of Thuraimangalam Big Tank in Perambalur

Renovation of the Thuraiymangalam Big Tank near Perambalur, taken up by the Water Resources Department at an estimated cost of ₹49 lakh, should be completed before the monsoon, District Collector K. Karpagam has said.

The Hindu

Farmers seek steps to thwart Karnataka plan to build dam at Mekedatu

Members of various farmers’ organisations staged a picketing agitation in front of an office of the Water Resources Department (WRD) in Thanjavur on Thursday urging the State government to take steps to prevent Karnataka from going ahead with its proposal to build a balancing reservoir across the Cauvery at Mekedatu

The Hindu

LBP ayacut area farmers to approach court to protect their water sharing rights

Farmers in Erode fight for water rights in Lower Bhavani Project, planning legal action against Water Resources Department.

The Hindu

Concrete structures to replace old earthen channels at Sathanur Dam

TIRUVANNAMALAI: World Bank-funded project to replace earthen water channels with concrete structures for efficient irrigation in the region.

The Hindu

Chiselling Chennai into shape, Ver 2.0

Residents of Chennai Metropolitan Area demand resilient reconstruction projects after floods, focusing on infrastructure, waterbodies, and drainage systems.

The Hindu

Rejuvenation of twin lakes near Katpadi will be completed in six months: Duraimurugan

Man-made islands, boating, and walking track being built in Vellore's twin lakes, expected to be ready in six months.

The Hindu

Invasive plant threatens to dry Palar river bed in Vellore, nearby districts

Voluntary organisations & colleges help remove invasive species from Palar river, preventing inundation & bridges from being washed away.

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WRD facing challenges in executing restoration works post Cyclone Michaung

WRD restoring flood damage in Chennai, Coimbatore & 4 other districts; Metrowater seeks ₹69 crore for repairs.

The Hindu

PMK slams CMDA for approving high-rises at Cooum flood plains in Poonamallee

S. Ramadoss slams CMDA for approving high-rise buildings in Cooum flood plains, WRD approves raising land height.

The Hindu

Cyclone Michaung: 18,500 cusecs discharged from Prakasam Barrage

WRD officials lift 25 gates in Vijaywada, discharging 18,500 cusecs into sea due to incessant rainfall and high crest level.

The Hindu

Chennai, nearby districts to get heavy rain from December 2 to 4

CM Stalin visits Ripon Buildings to assess GCC's cyclone preparedness. 1913 helpline to be increased from 10 to 20 connections. North TN, particularly coastal region, to receive heavy rain Dec 2-4. Cyclone likely to form in Bay of Bengal on Sunday, move closer to TN/AP coasts. Orange-coded warning issued; some…

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T.N. Rains | Flood alert issued to 30 villages, as water from Sathanur dam in Tiruvannamalai is released

Tiruvannamalai flood alert issued to 30 villages along banks of Thenpennai river. WRD releasing 1,000 cuses of water/sec from Sathanur dam after level reaches 117.80 ft. Heavy rain in villages on Kalvarayan Hills. WRD storing 7,220 mcft of water in dam, sluice gates opened to discharge water. Collector orders residents…

The Hindu

Open trench to be secured as pavement dweller’s death raises safety concerns

WRD to cover open trench in Vellore to prevent accidents. WRD officials to improve safety measures, incl. covering trench with tin sheets. ₹13.7cr causeway project to build 165m long, 9m wide bridge w/17 vents to discharge 59,000 cusecs/min. Work to be completed by mid 2024.

The Hindu

Check dam across Sholingur branch channel to be completed in about 4 months: Water Resources Department

WRD to complete check dam in Poondi reservoir in 4 mos. Project to help store floodwater, boost agri production & reduce drinking water shortage in region. Desilting & strengthening of flood banks also part of project.

The Hindu

Flood alert issued to 34 villages following release of water from Sathanur dam in Tiruvannamalai

Flood alert issued for 34 villages along Thenpennai river in Tiruvannamalai district. 500 cusecs of water released from Sathanur dam as its level reaches 117.95 ft. Heavy rain in villages on Kalvarayan Hills. WRD releasing up to 1,000 cusecs per second. Residents warned to relocate to safer places. PWD restored…

The Hindu

Islands for migratory birds, boating facility in twin lakes in Vellore will be ready by May 2024

Vellore's twin lakes, Kazhinjur and Dharapadavedu, to get man-made islands, boating facility, tiled walking track, and more by May 2023. WRD has fast-tracked work to complete before monsoon. Lakes help villages in 2 km radius to recharge groundwater. Compound, boating, islands for migratory birds, and native tree species to be…

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Sand mining in T.N. | Senior official calls for cleaning up “internal mess”, disclosing all illegal sand mining sites to ED

WRD Engineer-in-Chief & Chief Engineer General called for Income Tax returns of the department’s officials and their family members for the last three financial years and the list of properties owned by them, with their current market value.

The Hindu

Water released from Sathanur dam, flood alert in 36 villages in Tiruvannamalai

Flood alert has been issued in 36 villages along the banks of the Thenpennai by the Water Resources Department (WRD) as 850 cusecs of water was released from the Sathanur dam in Tiruvannamalai on Friday, after the water-level reached 116.55 feet as against the dam’s maximum level of 119 feet

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