Intel to build $5 billion factory

Intel's chief executive says the firm will build a new $5 bn manufacturing facility in Phoenix suburb of Chandler.

Intel’s chief executive says the company will build a new $5 billion manufacturing facility in the Phoenix suburb of Chandler.

CEO Paul Otellini made the announcement Friday at the company’s plant in Hillsboro,after he gave a tour of the facility to President Barack Obama.

Otellini says the Arizona facility will create thousands of new jobs and will be the most advanced high-volume semi-conductor factory in the world.

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The president came to Intel to highlight the company’s support for education in science,technology,engineering and math.

Obama says investments in education are critical for producing American workers qualified for high-tech jobs.

Police personnel seen to control the situation during a massive protest over the statehood demand and the inclusion of Ladakh under the Sixth Schedule, in Leh on Wednesday. (ANI Video Grab)

Statehood protest takes violent turn in Ladakh, BJP office set ablaze in Leh

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Protests in Ladakh turned violent as students and youth organisations demanded statehood and Sixth Schedule status. Two elderly protesters fainted, prompting a shutdown call. A BJP office and security vehicle were set on fire. Activist Sonam Wangchuk urged for a peaceful approach. The demand for Sixth Schedule status is due to Ladakh's tribal-majority population and direct central administration.

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