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Torrent

'''Torrent''' may refer to a strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid, or metaphorically to any similarly forceful flow; it is also used in various other contexts including animals, arts, computing, corporations, people, places, and industry.

Natural phenomena

Literal meaning

A torrent is defined as a violent or forceful flow of fluid, particularly a rushing stream of water that moves rapidly due to steep gradients and high velocity.^[1] These streams typically form in mountainous or hilly regions from sudden heavy rainfall, rapid snowmelt, or the overflow of smaller waterways, resulting in turbulent currents capable of eroding landscapes and transporting materials downstream.^[2] In hydrology, torrents are characterized by their intermittent nature and significant erosive power, often occurring in channels with loose, unconsolidated beds that enhance sediment mobilization.^[3] The term "torrent" originates from the Latin torrentem, the accusative form of torrēns, meaning "burning," "seething," or "roaring," derived from the verb torrēre ("to parch" or "to dry").^[4] It entered English in the early 1600s as a borrowing from French torrent and Old French forms, initially denoting a boiling or rushing stream to evoke the sound and intensity of such flows.^[5] This etymology reflects the perceived ferocity of the water, akin to a boiling mass. In hydrological contexts, mountain torrents frequently carry substantial debris, including rocks, soil, and woody material, contributing to processes like debris flows that reshape valleys and pose risks to infrastructure.^[6] For instance, in alpine regions, these torrents can transport large volumes of bedload during peak events, leading to channel aggradation or downstream flooding.^[7] Historically, torrents have been central to devastating natural disasters, such as flash floods where sudden deluges transform dry channels into destructive surges. The 1932 Edgewick flash flood in Washington's Cascade Mountains, triggered by heavy rain, unleashed a torrent of water, mud, and debris that killed seven people and destroyed a logging settlement.^[8] Similarly, the 2011 Queensland floods in Australia saw torrents racing through urban areas like Toowoomba, causing at least eight deaths and widespread devastation from the rapid influx of water and sediment.^[9] These events underscore the torrent's role in amplifying flood hazards in vulnerable terrains. The literal sense of torrent as a physical water phenomenon has also inspired metaphorical uses in language to describe overwhelming flows of emotion or information.^[1]

Metaphorical meaning

In English, the word "torrent" extends beyond its literal hydrological sense to metaphorically denote an intense, rapid, and often uncontrollable outpouring of abstract entities, such as words, emotions, or criticism. This figurative application evokes the image of a swift, forceful stream, emphasizing velocity and power in the flow. For instance, phrases like "a torrent of words" describe someone speaking volubly and passionately, while "a torrent of emotions" captures an overwhelming surge of feelings.^[2] Such metaphorical usages appear prominently in literature and media to convey intensity and abundance. In literary works, it might illustrate a character's vehement monologue, as in depictions of rhetorical outbursts, and in news contexts, "a torrent of criticism" signifies a barrage of vehement rebukes directed at a public figure or policy. More contemporarily, the expression "a torrent of data" has gained traction in discussions of digital information overload, highlighting the relentless influx from sources like social media and sensors.^[10]^[11] This metaphorical sense distinguishes "torrent" from synonyms like "flood," which implies a broader, more sustained inundation, whereas "torrent" specifically underscores rapidity, violence, and tumultuous energy. The figurative extension emerged in the 1640s, shortly after the word's adoption into English around 1600 from Latin roots denoting a rushing or boiling stream. By the 18th century, it had evolved into entrenched idioms, reflecting linguistic adaptation where natural phenomena analogize human experiences of excess and urgency.^[1]^[4]

Animals

Torrent duck

The torrent duck (Merganetta armata) is a species of duck endemic to South America, primarily inhabiting fast-flowing rivers and streams in the Andean mountain range from Venezuela to Tierra del Fuego. It is the sole member of the genus Merganetta within the family Anatidae and is renowned for its specialization to turbulent, high-velocity waters, often navigating rapids and waterfalls with remarkable agility. These birds typically occur at elevations ranging from sea level to 4,900 meters, favoring clear, narrow channels with steep gradients and rocky substrates.^[12] Physically adapted for life in torrents, torrent ducks possess an aerodynamic body, powerful legs, a strong tail for maneuvering, and robust claws that enable them to grip slick rocks amid strong currents.^[13] Their diet consists mainly of aquatic insects such as larvae of stoneflies, mayflies, caddisflies, and blackflies, supplemented by small fish, mollusks, and crustaceans, which they forage by diving in rapids or probing from perches on emergent boulders.^[13] Sexual dimorphism is evident: males feature a striking white head with a black eye stripe and reddish bill, while females have a gray head and cinnamon underparts, aiding camouflage in their rugged habitat.^[13] These adaptations allow pairs to defend linear territories of 1-2 kilometers along river stretches, where they rest on rocks and actively forage in high-velocity zones.^[14] Breeding occurs seasonally, with clutches of 3-5 eggs laid in nests built in cliff crevices, rock ledges, or occasionally tree cavities, positioned 3-18 meters above the water to avoid flooding.^[13] In northern populations, nesting peaks from February to March, while southern subspecies breed from September to October; both parents incubate the eggs for about 30 days, and the precocial ducklings are led to water shortly after hatching, often producing an average of 3.4 ducklings per family.^[13] Males perform elaborate territorial displays, including head-bobbing and wing-flapping, to defend nesting sites near rapids, ensuring access to prime foraging areas.^[14] The torrent duck is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, with a global population estimated at 13,300-23,500 mature individuals (1997 estimate), though trends indicate a slow decline due to habitat pressures.^[12] Primary threats include hydroelectric dam construction, which alters river flow and reduces water velocity essential for foraging, leading to lower densities and reproductive success downstream.^[14] Additional risks stem from water pollution, introduction of predatory trout, and habitat fragmentation, though the species' elusive nature and wide distribution buffer it from immediate endangerment.^[13]

Torrent frog

Torrent frogs are a group of amphibian species primarily belonging to the genera Amolops and Odorrana within the family Ranidae, renowned for their specialization in habitats of swift, oxygen-rich montane streams across Asia, from the Himalayas through southern China to Southeast Asia. These frogs exhibit remarkable diversity, with nearly 90 recognized species in Amolops alone as of 2025, many of which are endemic to specific river basins or mountain ranges, reflecting rapid evolutionary radiation in response to varied stream environments.^[15]^[16]^[17]^[18] Adapted to life in fast-flowing torrents and waterfalls, torrent frogs possess physical traits that enable them to thrive amid constant water turbulence and slippery substrates. Adults typically have compact, dorsoventrally flattened bodies for reduced hydrodynamic drag, along with enlarged toe pads that provide strong adhesion to wet rocks through mucus secretion and frictional contact; they further enhance grip by pressing their bellies and thighs against surfaces, outperforming typical tree frogs in flooded conditions. Tadpoles feature a sucker-like oral disc on the lower lip, allowing them to anchor firmly to boulders in high-velocity currents. Vocalizations are specialized to penetrate the low-frequency roar of streaming water, with some species, such as Odorrana tormota, producing ultrasonic calls beyond human hearing to facilitate mating and territorial signaling without interference from ambient noise.^[19]^[20]^[21] Ecologically, torrent frogs play a key role in montane stream ecosystems by preying on aquatic and terrestrial insects, thereby helping regulate invertebrate populations that could otherwise proliferate and disrupt food webs. Their diet consists mainly of small arthropods like flies, beetles, and larvae, consumed opportunistically near stream edges or by leaping into currents. Many species face threats from habitat degradation due to deforestation and hydropower development, leading to variable conservation statuses; for instance, the Assam torrent frog (Amolops formosus), endemic to the hilly streams of northeastern India including Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, is currently assessed as Least Concern by the IUCN, though localized populations may be vulnerable to ongoing environmental changes.^[22]^[23]

Arts and entertainment

Films

Torrent (1926) is an American silent romantic drama film directed by Monta Bell and released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.^[24] Adapted from Vicente Blasco Ibáñez's 1900 novel Entre naranjos, the story follows Leonora Moreno (Greta Garbo), a young woman from a humble Spanish village who falls in love with Rafael Brull (Ricardo Cortez), the son of a domineering landowner.^[25] Forced to flee due to class differences, Leonora moves to Madrid, where she rises to fame as an opera singer under the stage name La Sirena, only to reunite with Rafael amid a devastating flood that symbolizes the turbulent forces in their lives.^[26] The film marked Garbo's Hollywood debut after her arrival from Sweden, showcasing her expressive acting in close-ups that highlighted her emotional depth and exotic allure, contributing to its success.^[27] Produced on a budget of $250,000, Torrent was shot in 28 days, with principal photography beginning in late 1925 at MGM studios in Culver City, California.^[25] Cinematographer William H. Daniels employed innovative techniques, such as soft-focus lenses to enhance Garbo's features, which became a signature in her early films. The supporting cast included Gertrude Olmstead as Rafael's fiancée and Edward Connelly as the tyrannical Don Andrés Brull. Despite initial concerns over Garbo's limited English and her director Mauritz Stiller's dismissal from MGM, Bell's direction emphasized dramatic tension through intertitles and visual metaphors, like the titular torrent representing uncontrollable passion.^[28] Critically, Torrent received praise for Garbo's star-making performance, with reviewers noting her ability to convey vulnerability and strength, propelling her to international fame and influencing her subsequent roles in films like Flesh and the Devil (1926).^[29] The movie grossed approximately $668,000 worldwide at the box office, establishing Garbo as MGM's top female star and highlighting the appeal of European talent in American cinema during the silent era.^[25] Its cultural impact endures as a key example of how adaptations from literature amplified themes of social mobility and forbidden love on screen.^[25] Other films bearing the title include The Torrent (2012), a Canadian drama directed by Simon Lavoie, which adapts Anne Hébert's novella of the same name and explores themes of isolation and desire in rural Quebec.^[30] Earlier, lesser-known silent-era productions such as The Torrent (1921), an adventure film directed by Stuart Paton, and The Torrent (1924), a melodrama helmed by A.P. Younger, also used the title but are now considered lost works with minimal surviving documentation. These entries reflect the motif's recurring use in cinema to evoke overwhelming natural or emotional forces.

Literature

One prominent literary work titled The Torrent is the 1900 novel Entre naranjos (English: The Torrent) by Spanish realist author Vicente Blasco Ibáñez, set in the orange groves of Valencia, Spain. Born in Valencia in 1867, Ibáñez drew from his regional roots to critique bourgeois society, portraying the protagonist Rafael Brull, a young man from a wealthy landowning family, whose political ambitions and forbidden romance with the lower-class Leonora highlight rigid social hierarchies and class conflicts.^[31] The narrative explores how inherited privilege clashes with personal desire, as Rafael navigates corruption in local politics and the constraints of familial expectations, ultimately underscoring the destructive impact of class divisions on individual agency.^[32] In 19th-century Romantic literature, torrents frequently appear in short stories and poems as metaphors for uncontrollable passion and natural destruction, embodying the era's fascination with the sublime. For instance, in William Wordsworth's "There Was a Boy" (1798), the "voice of mountain torrents" emerges in moments of silence, symbolizing a sudden, revelatory surge of youthful vitality and connection to nature's raw power.^[33] Similarly, Lord Byron's Childe Harold's Pilgrimage (1812–1818) depicts torrents cascading from cliffs as emblems of turbulent emotion, mirroring the protagonist's inner turmoil and the overwhelming force of romantic longing amid scenic devastation.^[34] These images reflect Romantic authors' tendency to anthropomorphize natural elements, using torrents to convey the dual allure and peril of human passions unchecked by reason. Modern eco-fiction often employs torrents to symbolize environmental upheaval, portraying flash floods and altered waterways as harbingers of climate-induced destruction. In works like Claire Vaye Watkins's Gold Fame Citrus (2015), torrents of sand and water evoke the chaos of a drought-ravaged American Southwest, where human exploitation amplifies natural disasters into existential threats.^[35] Such depictions, rooted in real-world ecological crises, emphasize humanity's vulnerability to intensified weather patterns, blending narrative tension with warnings about habitat loss and resource scarcity. Across these traditions, torrent symbolism consistently evokes passion as an irresistible, erosive force and destruction as an inevitable consequence of imbalance, whether emotional or ecological. Literary analyses trace this duality back to classical influences, as in Jonathan Swift's "A City Shower" (1710), where urban torrents allude to Virgil's storm-fueled romance in the Aeneid, but evolving into Romantic sublimity and modern critiques of anthropogenic harm.^[36] In Ivan Turgenev's Spring Torrents (1872), the titular floods represent obsessive desire's capacity to overwhelm and reshape lives, a motif echoed in contemporary narratives where torrents signify both creative renewal and catastrophic loss.^[37]

Computing

BitTorrent protocol

The BitTorrent protocol, developed by programmer Bram Cohen in April 2001 and first implemented on July 2, 2001, is a peer-to-peer communication standard for distributing large files over the internet.^[38] It was designed to address the limitations of traditional client-server file sharing by enabling efficient, decentralized dissemination without heavy reliance on centralized infrastructure.^[39] An important extension to the protocol, introduced in 2005, is its use of a distributed hash table (DHT), which allows peers to locate and connect with each other for sharing without a central tracker, promoting scalability and fault tolerance in dynamic networks.^[40] At its core, the protocol operates through a swarming mechanism where files are divided into fixed-size pieces, typically powers of 2 such as 256 KB, each verified by SHA-1 hashes for integrity.^[41] Peers, including initial seeders who hold the complete file and leechers who are downloading, simultaneously upload and download these pieces from multiple sources via symmetric TCP or uTP connections.^[41] To manage bandwidth and encourage reciprocity, BitTorrent employs a choking algorithm that limits simultaneous uploads—typically to four peers—based on a tit-for-tat strategy: peers prioritize uploading to those who upload back the most, with optimistic unchoking every 30 seconds to discover better connections.^[42] This reduces strain on seeders, as partially complete peers quickly contribute to the swarm, distributing the load across the network.^[43] Compared to central server architectures, BitTorrent's peer-driven model scales effectively for large files by leveraging collective upload capacity, minimizing server bottlenecks and enabling robustness against failures or high demand.^[43] For instance, as more peers join, download speeds can increase due to additional upload sources, contrasting with server-limited throughput.^[44] The protocol has evolved to enhance performance and network compatibility, notably with the introduction of the Micro Transport Protocol (uTP) in 2009, a UDP-based layer that implements delay-based congestion control to avoid buffering delays and prioritize low-latency traffic like web browsing.^[45] Developed by contributors including Bram Cohen, uTP targets a 100 ms delay buffer and dynamically adjusts rates, making BitTorrent more ISP-friendly by reducing interference with other connections.^[46] Downloads are initiated via torrent metainfo files that provide the necessary content identifiers and initial peer discovery details.^[41]

Torrent file

A torrent file is a small metadata container used in the BitTorrent protocol to facilitate peer-to-peer file sharing, typically with a .torrent file extension and sized in kilobytes. It encodes essential information such as tracker URLs, cryptographic hashes of file pieces, and details about the target files or directories, but does not include the actual content being shared. This design allows the file to serve purely as an index, enabling clients to locate and verify data across a distributed network without central storage.^[47] The structure of a torrent file is defined as a bencoded dictionary, a simple encoding format supporting strings, integers, lists, and nested dictionaries with keys in ascending order. Key elements include the 'announce' string specifying the primary tracker URL for peer coordination, and the 'info' dictionary, which outlines the content: for single files, it includes 'name' (filename), 'length' (size in bytes), 'piece length' (typical values like 256 KB or 1 MB), and 'pieces' (a concatenated byte string of 20-byte SHA-1 hashes for each piece to ensure integrity). Multi-file torrents extend this with a 'files' list of dictionaries, each containing 'length', optional 'md5sum', and 'path' (a list of path components). Optional extensions like 'announce-list' provide backup trackers as a list of lists, 'creation date' (Unix timestamp), 'comment', 'created by', and 'encoding' for text handling. The 'private' integer flag (set to 1) in the 'info' dictionary marks private torrents, restricting peer discovery to designated trackers for enhanced security and access control.^[47]^[48] The BitTorrent v2 protocol (BEP 52, 2017) extends the torrent file format by replacing SHA-1 with SHA-256 hashes, supporting truncation-resistant merkle trees for piece verification, and allowing piece lengths up to 2^{25} bytes (32 MiB). This improves security against hash collisions and enables better handling of very large files. As of October 2025, support for v2 is being rolled out in clients such as the BitTorrent Android app.^[49]^[50] Torrent files are generated through BitTorrent client software, such as μTorrent or qBittorrent, where users select source files or folders, input tracker URLs, set piece sizes, and optionally enable private mode before the client computes hashes and encodes the metadata. This process ensures the file's info hash—a SHA-1 digest of the bencoded 'info' value—uniquely identifies the content, which can also power magnet links as a fileless alternative by embedding the hash directly in a URI for decentralized discovery via DHT. While torrent files rely on the BitTorrent protocol for data transfer, their metadata-only nature makes them suitable for legal distribution of public domain works, such as classic literature or archival media, where no copyright restrictions apply and sharing promotes open access.^[51]^[52]^[53]

Corporations

Torrent Group

The Torrent Group is an Indian multinational conglomerate headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Established in 1959 as Trinity Laboratories, it evolved into a diversified group with a focus on essential sectors vital to modern infrastructure and health.^[54]^[55] The group's core operations span pharmaceuticals and power generation and distribution, alongside expansions into city gas distribution and other energy-related areas. Through its subsidiaries, it maintains a global footprint, with pharmaceutical exports and partnerships reaching over 40 countries, including key markets in Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East.^[56]^[57]^[58] Significant milestones include the launch of initial manufacturing facilities in the 1980s, international acquisitions and licensing deals starting in the early 2000s, and a strategic pivot toward sustainable energy in recent years. In 2025, the power arm announced plans to invest approximately Rs 50,000 crore to scale renewable capacity to 10 GW by 2030, encompassing solar, wind, and green hydrogen initiatives.^[59]^[60]^[61] The Torrent Group upholds robust corporate governance standards, aligned with regulatory requirements in India and international markets, while committing to social impact through the UNM Foundation. This philanthropic entity, dedicated to community healthcare, education, and cultural preservation, received a Rs 5,000 crore pledge from the group in 2024 to support initiatives over five years.^[62]^[63]^[64]

Torrent Pharmaceuticals

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited, established in 1959 as Trinity Laboratories by U. N. Mehta and later renamed in 1971, operates as the flagship pharmaceutical company of the Torrent Group.^[59]^[55] The company specializes in the development and marketing of generics and branded drugs, with a primary focus on therapeutic areas including cardiovascular (CV), central nervous system (CNS), gastro-intestinal (GI), women's healthcare, diabetology, and pain management.^[65] It maintains world-class manufacturing facilities in India, such as those in Ahmedabad and Sikkim, and exports its products to over 50 countries across Latin America, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Europe.^[65] As of fiscal year 2024-25, the company reported annual revenues exceeding Rs 11,500 crores (approximately $1.37 billion), reflecting its strong global market presence.^[66] Among its notable products, Shelcal serves as a leading calcium and vitamin D supplement used for managing deficiencies and supporting bone health, available in various formulations including recent expansions into adult nutrition powders like Shelcal Total launched in 2025.^[67]^[68] Ranolaz, an extended-release tablet containing ranolazine, is prescribed for treating chronic stable angina by improving blood flow to the heart and reducing chest pain associated with hypertension and coronary artery disease.^[69] These products exemplify Torrent's emphasis on niche therapeutics, contributing significantly to its domestic leadership in CV and mineral supplements segments.^[68] The company invests approximately 5% of its revenue in research and development, supported by the Torrent Research Center established in 1996, which has developed proprietary technologies such as Dual Retard Inlay and Compact Tablet for enhanced drug delivery in CV and CNS applications.^[59]^[70] In biologics, Torrent entered the space through a 2013 licensing agreement with Reliance Life Sciences for biosimilars including rituximab, adalimumab, and cetuximab, bolstering its pipeline in oncology and immunology.^[59] Recent acquisitions include Curatio Healthcare in 2023 to expand in dermatology and a 2025 deal for a controlling stake in J. B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals to enhance its generics portfolio.^[71]^[72]

People

Ana Torrent

Ana Torrent Bertrán de Lis was born on July 12, 1966, in Madrid, Spain.^[73] She began her acting career as a child, making her film debut at the age of seven in Víctor Erice's El espíritu de la colmena (The Spirit of the Beehive, 1973), where she portrayed the lead role of Ana, a young girl fascinated by the film Frankenstein and grappling with themes of death and isolation in post-Civil War Spain.^[73] For this performance, she received the Silver Fotogramas Award, marking her early recognition in Spanish cinema.^[74] Her breakthrough as a child actress continued with roles in Carlos Saura's Cría cuervos (Raise Ravens, 1976), where she played Ana, a girl navigating grief and family dysfunction under Franco's regime, further establishing her as a poignant interpreter of childhood vulnerability. As Torrent matured, she transitioned to more complex adult roles, earning critical acclaim for her lead performance as Ángela in Alejandro Amenábar's thriller Tesis (Thesis, 1996), which explored snuff films and media ethics; the role garnered her a nomination for Best Actress at the 11th Goya Awards.^[75] Earlier, in Jaime Chávarri's El nido (The Nest, 1980), she won the Best Actress award at the Montréal World Film Festival for her portrayal of a teenage girl in a taboo relationship with an older man.^[76] These films highlighted her versatility, blending innocence with emerging intensity, and contributed to her international festival recognition, including honors at events like the Toulouse Cinespana for Yoyes (2000).^[77] In her later career, Torrent expanded into theater and television, taking on mature roles that showcased her depth. Notable stage performances include Las criadas (The Maids, directed by Luis Luque), Todas las noches de un día (All the Nights of a Day, by Alberto Conejero, opposite Carmelo Gómez), and the 2025 production of Las amargas lágrimas de Petra von Kant (The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant), where she embodied multifaceted female dynamics.^[78] On television, she appeared in series such as Silly Sundays (2023).^[79] Her recent film work includes supporting roles in Verónica (2017), a horror film about supernatural possession, and Víctor Erice's Cerrar los ojos (Close Your Eyes, 2023), reuniting her with her debut director and earning a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 38th Goya Awards.^[75] This evolution from child stardom to acclaimed veteran underscores her enduring impact on Spanish arts.^[80] On a personal note, Torrent comes from an upper-class family uninvolved in the film industry—her parents were Isabel Bertrán de Lis and Luis Torrent—and she has maintained a private life, residing partly in Manhattan, New York, where her only daughter was born.^[81] Despite the prevalence of the Torrent surname in Spain, often linked to Catalan origins, she has focused on her craft rather than public persona.^[81]

Ivan Torrent

Ivan Torrent is a Spanish composer, producer, and digital artist born on April 2, 1978, in Barcelona, renowned for his epic cinematic music that fuses orchestral arrangements with electronic elements. His compositions often evoke profound emotional depth and fantastical narratives, drawing inspiration from themes of human resilience, love, and transcendence. Torrent began his musical journey at age six with a keyboard and later self-taught digital production tools like Cubase during his teenage years, leading to early work in local radio jingles and MIDI experimentation by age 13.^[82]^[83] Torrent rose to prominence through social media platforms, particularly YouTube, where he uploaded tracks starting around 2011, amassing a dedicated following for his visually stunning music videos featuring custom digital art and animations. As of November 2025, his official YouTube channel has over 222,000 subscribers, with popular videos like "Human Legacy" garnering more than 11 million views. His breakthrough single "Human Legacy" (2012) exemplifies his signature style, blending sweeping strings, choral elements, and pulsating synths to create anthemic soundscapes that resonate with listeners seeking inspirational and immersive experiences. This online presence allowed him to build a global audience independently before securing wider distribution.^[84]^[85]^[86] Key albums include Reverie: The Compilation Album (2014), which compiled his early works with fresh mixes, and Immortalys (2017), a full studio release featuring 18 tracks that explore immortality and existential themes through hybrid orchestration. Later, Onyria (2022) continued this evolution, incorporating collaborations with vocalists such as Lara Ausensi on "Passage to Eden" and Julie Elven on "Icarus," highlighting his ability to integrate human voices into epic, fantasy-infused compositions. Torrent has collaborated extensively with trailer music libraries and production companies, contributing to promotional content for films and games, though his primary focus remains solo multimedia projects. While he has not extensively toured, his work has been adapted for laser shows and visual performances, extending his digital artistry into live-like experiences.^[87]^[88]

Places

Torrent, Spain

Torrent is a municipality located in the Horta Oest comarca of the Valencian Community, approximately 7 kilometers southwest of Valencia city center.^[89] It serves as a key residential and industrial suburb within the broader Valencia metropolitan area, contributing to the region's economic vitality through its integration into the urban network. With an estimated population of 89,456 residents as of 2024, Torrent ranks as one of the most populous municipalities in the province, reflecting steady growth driven by its proximity to the capital and robust local employment opportunities.^[90] The area spans about 69 square kilometers, with a population density of around 1,292 inhabitants per square kilometer.^[90] The history of Torrent traces back to Roman times, when numerous manors and agricultural estates dotted the landscape, establishing it as a fertile territory in the Mediterranean region.^[91] Following Moorish rule from the 8th century, the area was formally incorporated into the Crown of Aragon in 1248, when King James I granted the lands to the Knights of St. John, who held possession until the early 19th century.^[91] Modern development accelerated in the 20th century, fueled by industrialization, particularly in ceramics and footwear sectors, which have become pillars of the local economy and attracted workers from surrounding areas.^[92] Companies like Amadis Fine Tiles exemplify the ceramics industry's presence, producing high-quality tiles for domestic and export markets.^[93] Similarly, Torrent forms part of Spain's concentrated footwear production clusters, supporting manufacturing and related services that bolster the Valencian economy.^[92] Culturally, Torrent is enriched by landmarks such as the Església de l'Assumpció, a historic parish church in the town center that serves as a focal point for community gatherings and religious observances.^[94] The municipality also celebrates vibrant annual festivals, including the Fallas de Torrent, a tradition featuring elaborate satirical monuments, fireworks, and communal events that highlight Valencian heritage and draw visitors from across the region as part of the broader Fallas festivity recognized by UNESCO.^[95] These festivities, held in March, underscore Torrent's deep ties to broader Mediterranean cultural practices. In terms of infrastructure, Torrent benefits from excellent connectivity via Metrovalencia lines 1, 2, and 7, providing frequent service to central Valencia in about 15 minutes and facilitating daily commutes for its workforce.^[91] This integration enhances its economic role as a commuter hub and industrial base, supporting the metropolitan area's growth in manufacturing, logistics, and services while maintaining a balance between urban expansion and local agricultural traditions.^[96] The surname Torrent, derived from the Catalan word for "torrent" or stream, has historical roots in this Valencian region, often linked to geographic features.^[91]

Transportation and industry

Pontiac Torrent

The Pontiac Torrent was a compact crossover SUV produced by General Motors under the Pontiac division from late 2005 to 2009, with model years spanning 2006 to 2009. It served as a rebadged version of the Chevrolet Equinox, sharing the GM Theta platform, which provided a unibody construction for improved ride quality and fuel efficiency compared to traditional body-on-frame SUVs. Designed to appeal to families seeking an affordable entry into the compact SUV segment, the Torrent emphasized practicality with its versatile interior and optional all-wheel drive for varied weather conditions.^[97]^[98] Powertrain options included a standard 3.4-liter V6 engine producing 185 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque, paired with a five-speed automatic transmission, available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations. A higher-performance GXP trim, introduced for 2008 and 2009, featured a 3.6-liter V6 engine delivering 264 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque for enhanced acceleration. The vehicle accommodated five passengers in a 2+3 seating arrangement, with 60/40-split folding rear seats that expanded cargo space to up to 68.6 cubic feet. Safety features were robust for the era, earning five-star ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for both frontal and side-impact crash tests, based on tests of the equivalent 2005 Chevrolet Equinox model.^[99]^[100]^[101] Market reception for the Torrent was generally positive among consumers for its value-oriented positioning, smooth and quiet ride, and spacious cabin, though critics noted average handling and dated styling by the late 2000s. It achieved modest sales success, peaking at 43,174 units in 2006 in the U.S., positioning it as a budget-friendly alternative to pricier competitors like the Honda CR-V. The model was discontinued after the 2009 model year, with production ending on September 2, 2009, as part of General Motors' decision to phase out the Pontiac brand amid bankruptcy proceedings in 2010; its legacy endures as an accessible, reliable crossover that exemplified Pontiac's final efforts to compete in the growing SUV market.^[97]^[102]^[103]

Log torrent

A log torrent, also known as a log drive, was a historical method employed in the timber industry during the 19th and early 20th centuries to transport felled trees from remote forests to sawmills and processing facilities via river currents.^[104] Logs were typically cut in winter to facilitate overland skidding and then rolled into rivers during spring thaws, where they were floated downstream either individually or bundled into large rafts.^[105] This practice relied on swift streams, often harnessing natural water flows resembling torrents to propel the timber efficiently over long distances without mechanical aid.^[106] In regions such as the Pacific Northwest of the United States and parts of Europe, specific techniques were developed to manage the flow and prevent log jams. In the Pacific Northwest, for instance, log drives on rivers like the Clearwater involved loose logs driven by crews using peaveys and pike poles to navigate bends and clear obstructions, while booms—floating barriers of chained logs—were used to corral and direct batches toward mills.^[107] Splash dams, temporary earthen structures built across narrower sections of rivers, stored water and logs upstream; upon release, often by dynamiting, they unleashed controlled floods to carry the timber downstream.^[104] Similar methods were applied in northern Sweden and other European forested areas, where splash dams and wing dams channeled logs through smaller tributaries during high-water periods, adapting to the region's variable hydrology.^[108]^[109] The environmental consequences of log torrents were significant and contributed to their eventual decline by the mid-20th century. Repeated releases from splash dams scoured riverbeds, eroding gravel and sediment essential for fish spawning habitats, particularly affecting salmon populations in the Pacific Northwest by destroying redds and altering stream morphology.^[105]^[110] In Europe, these practices similarly degraded aquatic ecosystems through sediment disruption and the removal of large woody debris, leading to increased flooding risks and biodiversity loss.^[109] Regulatory pressures, including environmental laws like the U.S. Clean Water Act of 1972, and the advent of truck and rail transport phased out river drives, with the last major log torrent on Idaho's Clearwater River occurring in 1971.^[104] Today, log torrents persist primarily as cultural and historical artifacts rather than active practices, featured in museums, documentaries, and literature depicting the era's logging heritage.^[107] Sustainable forestry in regions like the Pacific Northwest now emphasizes road-based hauling and riparian restoration to mitigate past damages, avoiding river transport to protect ecosystems.^[105] While no large-scale log torrents operate commercially, small-scale demonstrations occasionally occur in historical reenactments to educate on the industry's evolution.^[106]

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Torrents and mudflows - BMLUK
In the Austrian Forest Act 1975 torrents are defined as follows: “A torrent is a permanently or temporarily flowing waterway which, as a consequence of its ...
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Torrent - Etymology, Origin & Meaning
Originating c.1600 from French and Latin torrentem, meaning "rushing, roaring stream," the word denotes a swift, violent stream of water.Missing: hydrology | Show results with:hydrology
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torrent, n. & adj. meanings, etymology and more
OED's earliest evidence for torrent is from 1609, in the Holie Bible faithfully translated into English. torrent is a borrowing from French. Etymons: French ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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A Hybrid Approach to Mountain Torrent-Induced Debris Flow ... - MDPI
Mountain torrents, characterized by their rapid water flow and steep gradients, are a major trigger for debris flow in mountainous regions. · Debris flows can be ...
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[PDF] Debris-Flow Protection Systems for Mountain Torrents - Geobrugg
The water in mountain torrents and debris-flow channels is often ... With the screen principle, the transport medium water is removed from the debris-flow.
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Flash flood at Edgewick in the Cascade Mountains kills seven ...
Jan 6, 2014 · On February 26, 1932, a torrent of water, mud, and slash sweeps through the small settlement of Edgewick in central King County, killing seven people and ...
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Eight killed and 72 missing after raging torrents rush through ...
Jan 10, 2011 · At least eight people were killed and 72 missing after the latest downpour to hit Australia's flood-wracked Queensland state sent raging torrents rushing ...
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TORRENT Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com
a stream of water flowing with great rapidity and violence. a rushing, violent, or abundant and unceasing stream of anything. a torrent of lava.
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The Top Ten Burning Issues in Digital - Comscore, Inc.
Jan 7, 2013 · These trends have resulted in a literal torrent of data as consumers go about their daily lives using and interacting with computers in a wide ...
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Merganetta armata (torrent duck) - Animal Diversity Web
Torrent ducks have an aerodynamic and sleek body, extremely powerful legs, a strong tail, and durable long claws, all of which are well adapted for the ...
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[PDF] torrent duck (Merganetta armata) - Fundación AndígenA
The torrent duck (Merganetta armata) is an bird native only to South America. It is the only species of waterfowl adapted to live in the fast flowing rivers ...
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Torrent Duck Merganetta Armata Species Factsheet
Habitat selection by Torrent Ducks (Merganetta armata armata) in central Chile: conservation implications of hydropower production. Waterbirds 36(3): 287-299.
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(PDF) Habitat Selection by Torrent Ducks (Merganetta armata ...
Aug 6, 2025 · Torrent Ducks were observed in selected sections of rivers where the presence of rapids, high slopes and high water velocity occurred. These ...
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A new species of the genus Amolops (Anura, Ranidae ... - ZooKeys
Feb 11, 2025 · The torrent frogs of the genus Amolops Cope, 1865 are the most species-rich in the family Ranidae. Currently, Amolops contains 85 recognized ...
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A new species of the genus Amolops (Amphibia - Vertebrate Zoology
These montane species mainly inhabit fast-ﬂowing, rocky stream environments, such as torrents and waterfalls ( Fei et al. 2009 ; Wu et al. 2020 ). In recent ...
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A new species of the odorous frog genus Odorrana (Amphibia ...
Oct 4, 2018 · This group is highly adapted to mountain environments, inhabiting the moist evergreen broad-leaf forests and streams at 200–1,400 m altitudes ( ...Missing: torrent physical<|control11|><|separator|>
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The Remarkable Attachment Abilities of the Torrent Frog, Staurois ...
Sep 25, 2013 · This study compares the adhesive capabilities of a torrent frog to a tree frog, investigating possible adaptations for adhesion under wet ...
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Southern Torrent Frog - Amolops australis - Ecology Asia
The Southern Torrent Frog is adapted to torrents, found clinging to boulders, and can leap into fast-flowing water. It is both diurnal and nocturnal. Females ...Missing: physical traits
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Odorrana tormota - AmphibiaWeb
This species has a restricted distribution within China, in Zhejiang Province (Jiande and Anji counties) and Anhui Province (Huangshan).
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The food and feeding habits of the Torrent frog, Amolops larutensis
The Torrent frog feeds on terrestrial and aquatic animals, mainly insects, near waterfalls, preferring prey 1-6.5mm long. No clear seasonal diet variation was ...
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Amolops formosus - AmphibiaWeb
Conservation Status ; IUCN Red List Status Account, Least Concern (LC) ; CITES, No CITES Listing ; National Status, None ; Regional Status, None ...
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Torrent, 1926 starring Greta Garbo - Public Domain Movies
May 27, 2025 · Torrent is a 1926 American silent romantic drama film directed by an uncredited Monta Bell, based on a novel by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez, ...
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THE TORRENT - Garbo Forever
Nov 14, 2007 · Leonora Moreno (Greta Garbo) and Rafael Brull (Ricardo Cortez) have grown up together. They lived in the same Spanish village. Although they are in love, he is ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Torrent (1926) - IMDb
Rating 6.9/10 (957) The title refers to a flood and a dam breaking causing all kinds of havoc in the countryside. Cortez in fact braves the Torrent in a row boat trying to rescue ...
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Torrent (1926) directed by Monta Bell • Reviews, film + cast
Rating 3.4 (527) A young girl and her father are kicked out of their house by a cruel noblewoman, and the girl's heart is broken when her sweetheart, the noblewoman's son, ...
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Greta Garbo in The Torrent (Monta Bell, 1926) - Silent Film
Oct 20, 2025 · A suitable story for director Mauritz Stiller, famous Swedish director who just began work under M.G.M. contract is now being sought and ...
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Torrent - Moviediva
On screen, the lovers had a youthful relationship denied by the boy's mother. In the novel, they meet as adults, thanks to the torrent of the title.
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Torrent 1926 Garbo's first feature film at MGM directed by Monta Bell ...
Dec 31, 2019 · Torrent was the first American film starring Swedish actress Greta Garbo. The film also starred Ricardo Cortez as the son of a domineering ...
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The Torrent (2012) - IMDb
Rating 6.2/10 (135) The Torrent: Directed by Simon Lavoie. With Victor Andres Turgeon-Trelles, Laurence Leboeuf, Dominique Quesnel, Anthony Therrien.
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The Torrent (1921 film) - Wikipedia
The Torrent is a 1921 American silent adventure film directed by Stuart Paton and starring Eva Novak, Elita Proctor Otis and Jack Perrin.
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The Torrent (1924 film) - Wikipedia
The Torrent is a lost 1924 American silent melodrama film directed by A. P. Younger and William Doner, from a screenplay by A. P. Younger. The film stars ...
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[PDF] The Modern Spanish Novel 1898-1936 - University of Warwick
In The Torrent, the impact of naturalism is lessened by the love sentiment and the sensual synesthesia of the orange grove setting, though the factors of ...
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The Torrent - Cambridge University Press
Mar 15, 2025 · outhful passion and somehow or other managed to tough it out and work his wa through uni ersit . He was spurred on b the desire to rebel ...<|separator|>
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Blessing the Torrent: On Wordsworth's Later Style - jstor
We recognize it as a metaphor extending or intensifying the "family of ... For the ominous and apocalyptic meaning, see my. Wordsworth's Poetry (1964; rpt.
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Childe Harold's Pilgrimage -- Canto III
IV Since my young days of passion -- joy, or pain, Perchance my heart and harp have lost a string, And both may jar: it may be, that in vain 30 I would essay as ...
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Top 10 books of eco-fiction - The Guardian
Feb 12, 2020 · 1. The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck · 2. The Word for World Is Forest by Ursula Le Guin · 3. Gold Fame Citrus by Claire Vaye Watkins · 4. The ...
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Chapter 5 STORMS AND TORRENTS | The Counterhuman Imaginary
In a survey of poetical storms, Christopher Thacker documents the “revolution in attitudes [in the course of the eighteenth century] which had until then been ...
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Spring Torrents: Turgenev
Dec 22, 2013 · Spring Torrents examines the issue of sexuality, attraction, infatuation, obsessive passion and love. These are elements easily confused, and ...Missing: symbolism | Show results with:symbolism
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[PDF] Rarest First and Choke Algorithms Are Enough - Events
In particu- lar, the choke algorithm is fair and its replacement with a bit level tit-for-tat solution is not appropriate. Finally, we identify new areas of ...
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bep_0005.rst_post - BitTorrent.org
BitTorrent uses a "distributed sloppy hash table" (DHT) for storing peer contact information for "trackerless" torrents. In effect, each peer becomes a tracker.
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bep_0003.rst_post - BitTorrent.org
BitTorrent is a protocol for distributing files. It identifies content by URL and is designed to integrate seamlessly with the web.
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[PDF] The BitTorrent Protocol
Peers first obtain a .torrent file, and then connect to the specified tracker, which tells them from which other peers to download the pieces of the file.Missing: core | Show results with:core
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[PDF] Peer-to-peer networking with BitTorrent - UCLA Computer Science
In many other peer-to-peer file sharing protocols the swapping of files happens one-to-one, meaning that the user himself chooses another peer to download from.
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[PDF] Performance Modeling of BitTorrent Peer-to-Peer File Sharing ...
The advantage of BitTorrent is delivering content in a scalable way, decreasing the load of central server, minimizing the distribution cost and reducing ...<|separator|>
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uTorrent Transport Protocol - BitTorrent.org
The motivation for uTP is for BitTorrent clients to not disrupt internet connections, while still utilizing the unused bandwidth fully.
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Security Analysis of the Micro Transport Protocol with a Misbehaving ...
To make BitTorrent more Internet Service Provider (ISP) friendly, BitTorrent Inc. invented the Micro Transport Protocol (uTP). It is based on UDP with a novel ...Missing: evolution | Show results with:evolution
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BitTorrentSpecification - TheoryOrg
Feb 1, 2017 · BitTorrent is a peer-to-peer file sharing protocol designed by Bram Cohen. ... Distributed Hash Table. Reserved Bit: The last bit in the 8th ...
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bep_0027.rst_post - BitTorrent.org
Aug 3, 2008 · A private tracker restricts access to the torrents it tracks. A torrent with restricted access is called a private torrent. All other torrents are public ...
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µTorrent (uTorrent) | A Very Tiny BitTorrent Client
µTorrent Android helps you download torrent files or magnet links from your Android smartphone or tablet. Enjoy a simplified torrent download experience with no ...µTorrent Classic · µTorrent Downloads for Mac · µTorrent Android · Classic Pro
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Reshaping the Internet: What's a Magnet Link? - BitTorrent
Jan 27, 2016 · Magnet links are simple text links that include all of the necessary information, doing away with the need to download a “.torrent” file.
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What is Torrenting? Is it Safe? Is it illegal? Will you be caught?
May 21, 2024 · Like BitTorrent, the uTorrent software itself is legal, although it can be used for digital piracy. The official uTorrent is free of malware and ...What is Torrenting? · Torrenting safety and legality... · What happens if you are...
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Torrent Group
The Torrent Group, founded by Late Mr. UN Mehta in 1959 and currently lead by Mr. Sudhir Mehta and Mr. Samir Mehta, is a driving force dedicated to ...Missing: Unimark | Show results with:Unimark
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History of Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd| Products and Subsidiaries
Jul 4, 2024 · U. N. Mehta, the founder of Torrent Pharma, started with Trinity Laboratories in 1959. In 1971, it changed its name to Torrent Pharmaceuticals ...Missing: Unimark | Show results with:Unimark
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Torrent Group - Group Overview - Torrent Power
The Torrent Group, founded by Late Mr. UN Mehta in 1959 and currently lead by Mr. Sudhir Mehta and Mr. Samir Mehta, is a driving force dedicated to ...Missing: Unimark | Show results with:Unimark
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Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd - PharmaSource
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited, the flagship company of the Torrent group ... India, Brazil, and over 40 other countries. The company is renowned for its ...
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Pioneering Global Healthcare Solutions - Torrent Pharmaceuticals
Torrent Pharma is expanding its operations in the MENA region and we have strategic tie-ups in Jordan, Qatar and Libya as well.
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Our Milestones - Torrent Pharmaceuticals
Torrent Pharma started in 1959, entered licensing agreements in 2024, acquired brands in 2022, and had a first export order in 1983.Missing: key | Show results with:key
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Torrent Power plans Rs 50,000 crore investment in renewable ...
Jul 19, 2025 · The homegrown power major is targeting 10 GW of renewable capacity by 2030 - a significant leap from its current 1.75 GW operational portfolio.
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Torrent Power plans to invest Rs 500 billion to expand renewable ...
Jul 22, 2025 · The company is targeting 10 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030 from the current 1.75 GW. As part of this investment plan, Rs 200 billion ...
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[PDF] contents - Torrent Pharmaceuticals
TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. 1. We have examined the compliance of conditions of Corporate Governance by TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. (the Company) ...
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Torrent Group's Mehta family pledges Rs 5,000 crore for social causes
Mar 31, 2024 · Torrent Group's Mehta family pledges Rs 5,000 crore for social causes. The donation, spanning five years, will be directed to the UNM Foundation ...
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About Us - UNM Foundation
UNM Foundation, named after Shri UN Mehta, the Founder of Torrent Group, is a non profit organisation. The UNM Foundation carries out Social and Philanthropic ...
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Overview - Torrent Pharmaceuticals
The acquisition of Elder Pharma's Indian branded business in 2014, Dermaceutical business of Zyg Pharma in 2015, API plant of Glochem Industries in 2016, women ...Missing: establishment history revenue
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https://www.torrentpharma.com/assets/Media_Release_Torrent_Pharmaceuticals_Shelcal_26_09_2024_6158ba6a77.pdf
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Torrent Pharma expands Shelcal brand into adult nutrition ...
Jul 26, 2025 · Torrent Pharmaceuticals introduces adult nutrition supplement powder Shelcal Total, expanding its flagship brand into the nutrition segment.
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[PDF] Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited (Torrent) refutes claims of Shelcal ...
Sep 26, 2024 · It is ranked 5th in the Indian Pharmaceuticals Market and is amongst the Top 5 in the therapeutics segments of. Cardiovascular (CV), Gastro ...Missing: Ranolaz | Show results with:Ranolaz
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Ranolaz Tablet 15 - Truemeds
Sep 22, 2025 · Ranolaz Tablet is used to treat chronic stable angina. It improves blood flow to the heart, reduces chest pain, and helps manage heart ...
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Torrent Pharmaceuticals: A Strategic Powerhouse with Earnings ...
Jul 28, 2025 · With eight manufacturing facilities in India and exports to 40 countries, JB Pharma complements Torrent's existing operations. The combined ...
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[PDF] Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited Integrated Annual Report 2022-23
Jun 23, 2023 · In. 2022-23, Torrent Pharma acquired 100% stake of Curatio. The latter has a strong presence in the cosmetic-dermatology segment with a ...
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Torrent Pharma to Acquire Controlling Stake in J. B. Chemicals ...
Jun 30, 2025 · The company exports its finished formulations to over 40 countries including the USA, and is also a leading CDMO player in the segment of ...
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Ana Torrent — The Movie Database (TMDB)
In 1996 she received numerous awards and nominations, including a Goya Award nomination for her lead actress role in Alejandro Amenábar's film Tesis (Thesis).Missing: career | Show results with:career
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Ana Torrent - SISF 2024 - South International Series Festival
Ana Torrent began her film career at the age of seven with director Víctor Erice in El espíritu de la colmena – for which she won the Silver Fotogramas Award ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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Ana Torrent - Awards - IMDb
Close Your Eyes (2023). 2024 Winner · Best Movie Actress (Mejor Actriz de Cine) ; Ana Torrent in The Spirit of the Beehive (1973). 1974 Winner · Best Spanish Movie ...Missing: career | Show results with:career
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Montréal World Film Festival (1980) - IMDb
Winner. The Nest. 7.0 (708) Rate. Ana Torrent. Best Actor. Edit. [object Object]. Winner. The Great Santini. 7.1 (7.4K) Rate. Robert Duvall. Montréal Grand ...
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Ana Torrent - Age, Family, Bio | Famous Birthdays
She made her cinematic debut at the age of seven in the Spanish movie El Espiritu de la Colmena. Trivia. She won a Montreal World Film Festival Award for her ...
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Ana Torrent - Mesala Films
En teatro, entre sus últimas obras se encuentran Las Criadas, dirigida por Luis Luque; Todas las noches de un día, de Alberto Conejero; o Imperio, de Matías ...
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Ana Torrent: Movies, TV, and Bio - Amazon.com
Filmography · 2023. Silly Sundays, Season 1 · Close Your Eyes · 2020. Nieva en Benidorm · 2018. El Desentierro · 2017. Verónica · 2011. There Be Dragons · 2008. No-Do: ...
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Ana Torrent On Reuniting With Víctor Erice On 'Close Your Eyes'
May 18, 2023 · Veteran Spanish actor Ana Torrent (Thesis, The Other Boleyn Girl, El nido) was around five-years-old when she was cast in her first movie, ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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Ana Torrent - Biography - IMDb
Ana Torrent was born on July 12, 1966 in Madrid, Spain. She is an actress, known for The Nest (1980), Thesis (1996) and The Other Boleyn Girl (2008).Missing: theater | Show results with:theater
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Ivan Torrent
### Summary of Ivan Torrent Information
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Interview with Ivan Torrent | Evenant
Ivan has worked with a myriad of top-notched production companies, released two studio albums to date, each having garnered millions of views on YouTube, and ...
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Ivan Torrent - YouTube
Music videos ; Ivan Torrent - Vis Motrix (feat. Lara Ausensi & Ivan Torrent). Ivan Torrent. 1.1M views. 7 years ago ; Icarus (feat. Julie Elven). Ivan Torrent.
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Ivan Torrent's YouTube Statistics - Social Blade
Daily Channel Metrics ; Fri2025-10-24, 1K, 222K ; Sat2025-10-25, --, 222K ; Sun2025-10-26, --, 222K ; Mon2025-10-27, --, 222K ...
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Human Legacy - Single by Iván Torrent | Spotify
Listen to Human Legacy on Spotify · single · Iván Torrent · 2012 · 1 songs. ... © 2012 Ivan Torrent. ℗ 2012 Ivan Torrent. Company. AboutJobsFor the Record.
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Immortalys - Onyria | Ivan Torrent - Bandcamp
Immortalys by Ivan Torrent, released 22 December 2017 1. The Edge of Consciousness 2. Vis Motrix 3. Khae Momme 4. Facing Fears 5. Passage to Eden 6.
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Interview with Ivan Torrent - Trailer Music News
Dec 27, 2012 · Ivan Torrent is a young Spanish composer who has recently released two successful singles, “Human Legacy” and “Icarus (feat. Julie Elven)”.
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Conocer Torrent - Ayuntamiento de Torrent: Inicio
TORRENT / Comarca l'Horta Sud / Valencia / Comunidad Valenciana / España - CP: 46900. Teléfono: 9611111111 · 010. Correo electrónico: info@torrent.es.
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Torrent (Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain) - City Population
Torrent (Torrente). 89,456 Population [2024] – Evaluation. 69.23 km² Area. 1,292/km² Population Density [2024]. 2.0% Annual Population Change [2021 → 2024]. Map ...Missing: history economy culture infrastructure
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The city of Torrent, Valencia: history, infrastructure, real estate ...
Nov 9, 2020 · According to the most recent census (2017), the city has about 80.630 inhabitants (about 11% are foreigners). It is the most populous ...Missing: population 2024 economy culture
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[PDF] identification of the local productive systems in spain
Next, it will be identified the local productive system in one of the highly spatially concentrated sectors in Spain: the footwear industry. ... Torrent (Valencia).
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AMADIS FINE TILES in 2025 Exhibitors Catalogue - Cersaie
AMADIS FINE TILES. Hall 26 Stand B28. AMADIS FINE TILES,SA PLAZA DE LA LIBERTAD 5 46900 TORRENT (VALENCIA) - Spain Telephone: 0034 961105151. Contact the ...
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church of the Assumption - Wikidata
church of the Assumption. church in Torrent, Spain. In more languages. Spanish. iglesia de la Asunción de Nuestra Señora. iglesia en Torrente, Valenica. Iglesia ...
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Discover the Fallas of Torrent - Comunitat Valenciana
The Fallas de Torrent, in the province of Valencia, bring together fire, tradition and music in a festival fizzing with sound and colour.
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Torrent | Mancomunitat Intermunicipal de l'Horta Sud
En Torrent hay tres paradas de Metrovalencia que conecta las líneas 1, 2 y 7. Además, dispone de la línea 170 de autobús que une Torrent con Valencia. Para ...
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Pontiac Torrent Sales Figures | GCBC
It was introduced for the 2006 model year and manufactured until 2009 when the Pontiac brand was phased out.
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Pontiac Torrent Model Year History - J.D. Power
The Torrent was introduced in 2006 by Pontiac, offering a new crossover SUV that utilized the Chevrolet Equinox platform. The 2007 Torrent got new four-wheel ...
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2009 Pontiac Torrent Specs, Features & Options
The 2009 Torrent ranges in power from the Sport Utility 4D with 185 horsepower to the GXP Sport Utility 4D with 264 horsepower.
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2006 Pontiac Torrent - 2006 SUV of the Year Contenders - MotorTrend
Dec 9, 2005 · Vehicle layout. Front engine, FWD/AWD, 5-passenger, 4-door SUV ; Engine. 3.4L/185-hp/210 lb-ft OHV 12-valve V-6 ; Transmission. 5-speed automatic.<|separator|>
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2008 Pontiac Torrent Pricing, Photos & Specs - CarBuzz
Jul 11, 2025 · The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awarded the Torrent five out of five stars in both frontal and side-impact crash ...
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2009 Pontiac Torrent Consumer Reviews & Ratings - Kelley Blue Book
Rating 4.1 (283) Among the 282 owners who provided feedback on the 2009 Pontiac Torrent for Kelley Blue Book, consumer sentiment is mostly positive, with 83% recommending ...Missing: reception | Show results with:reception
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The Pontiac Torrent GXP Is A Forgotten Performance Crossover
Jul 11, 2025 · Torrent (2006-2009); G6 (2004-2010); Vibe (2003-2010). The decision to close Pontiac meant the end of the Torrent GXP after just two model years ...
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Logging - Northwest Power and Conservation Council
More logs would be floated into the pond and, when full, the dam would be blown up or otherwise released, a torrent of logs and water would rush downstream.
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[PDF] Water Transportation and Storage of Logs
Environmental effects of water transportation of logs in western North America can be divided into those caused by the historical driving of logs in rivers and ...
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[PDF] Research & Management Report - Maine.gov
Strategic opening of the dams resulted in a large torrent of logs and water that scoured the streambed and removed wood, boulders, gravel, and other ...
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Wind River Log Drive - Oregon History Project
The logging of riparian forests and the dynamiting of log jams and river obstructions resulted in additional impacts to fish populations. Further Reading:
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[PDF] Tornlund, Erik, and Lars Ostlund. "Floating Timber in Northern Sweden
On the tributaries log driving occurred only under specific conditions and circumstances. For instance, the lack of water after the floods subsided required.
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Long-term evolution of fish communities in European mountainous ...
Jun 5, 2015 · On most brooks, splash dams were built at narrows or gorges. During the log driving period the reservoir upstream of a splash dam was filled.
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Restoring Creeks Is Key to Survival of Salmon : Environment ...
Jun 6, 1993 · Before the turn of the century, loggers floated timber to the mills by building splash dams. When the dams were dynamited, the torrent of logs ...