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Health, education seek budget boost
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Health, education seek budget boost

Industry leaders urged measures to boost investment, education and healthcare in a pre-budget consultation with finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday.

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December 31, 2024
Biden Announces $2.5 Billion Military Aid for Ukraine
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Biden Announces $2.5 Billion Military Aid for Ukraine

U.S. President Joe Biden on Monday unveiled a $2.5 billion military aid package for Ukraine, as Washington races to provide assistance before Donald Trump takes office in a matter of weeks.

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December 31, 2024
Reliance seeks premium for oil from KG block
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Reliance seeks premium for oil from KG block

Reliance Industries Ltd is seeking a premium of at least $3.5 per barrel over an international benchmark for crude oil it produces for eastern offshore KG-D6 block, according to the tender the firm put out on Monday.

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December 31, 2024
Arai likely to divide PM E-drive upgrade funds among 4 agencies
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Arai likely to divide PM E-drive upgrade funds among 4 agencies

The Automotive Research Association of India (Arai) is likely to spearhead the distribution of ₹780 crore earmarked for upgrading the nation's automotive testing infrastructure as part of the government's ₹10,900-crore electric vehicle (EV) subsidy scheme, two persons aware of the matter said.

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December 31, 2024
Centre asks states to ensure land to install wind projects
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Centre asks states to ensure land to install wind projects

States, in turn, are looking to consolidate unutilized government land for wind power projects

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December 31, 2024
Adani to raise over $2 billion in exit from Adani Wilmar
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Adani to raise over $2 billion in exit from Adani Wilmar

Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) is exiting its 26-year joint venture with Singapore's Wilmar group, raising over $2 billion that it will invest in core businesses such as energy and utilities.

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December 31, 2024
Syria looks to pick up the pieces of its shattered economy
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Syria looks to pick up the pieces of its shattered economy

More than a decade of civil war left Syria's economy in shambles. The country lost billions of dollars in oil exports. Inflation forced Syrians to carry massive wads of cash to pay for basic necessities, and nearly one-third of the country was estimated to suffer from extreme poverty.

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December 31, 2024
Sebi brakes slow retail race on options street
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Sebi brakes slow retail race on options street

The Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi) recent measures to cool the retail frenzy in derivatives trading are already bearing fruit, even as more curbs aimed at preventing investor losses kick in next month.

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December 31, 2024
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Stress in unsecured loans may spill over, warns RBI

Individuals defaulting on small loans risk getting larger secured loans tagged NPAs

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December 31, 2024
Startup staff hit Esop goldmines as IPOs bloom
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Startup staff hit Esop goldmines as IPOs bloom

Swiggy carried out its fifth buyback, worth $65 million, in July, ahead of its November initial public offering.

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December 31, 2024
Corporate America Drew Back From DEI. The Upheaval Isn't Over.
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Corporate America Drew Back From DEI. The Upheaval Isn't Over.

Corporate America pulled back on diversity programs in 2024 under pressure from activists. In the new year, it will face an even more powerful challenger.

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December 30, 2024
Consumer goods cos step up rural recruits
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Consumer goods cos step up rural recruits

India's consumer goods companies are on a hiring spree to cater to the emerging clout of the rural buyer, who has been the sector's saving grace this year amid rising material costs, shrinking margins, and increasing competition.

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December 30, 2024
IT investors shrug off muted growth
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IT investors shrug off muted growth

Are investors of the country's five largest IT services companies getting ahead of themselves?

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December 30, 2024
Insurers may get nod to sell related services, products
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Insurers may get nod to sell related services, products

Auto repair from your car insurer and fire extinguishers courtesy your home insurer? Not outlandish ideas, but part of the government's plans to allow insurance companies to sell related products and services.

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December 30, 2024
Insurers may sell related services
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Insurers may sell related services

Health insurers may get to sell gym memberships. ISTOCKPHOTO but will also help customers get very personalized coverages. So, it's in the right direction,\" said Debashish Banerjee, partner and insurance sector leader at Deloitte India.

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December 30, 2024
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Govt to deregulate more sectors, reduce red tape

Union budget set to offer road map to reduce compliance burden on businesses

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December 30, 2024
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Money hacks that can help you achieve New Year fitness goals

From triathlons to yoga and gym sessions: Smart and practical ways to pursue your fitness goals on a budget

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December 30, 2024
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DRIVERS OF BRAND DESIRE AMONG NEW-AGE CONSUMERS

When times are brimming with hope, options and changing consumer expectations, the only way for brands to stay relevant is by becoming consumer-focused and dipping into the innermost desires of customers.

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December 30, 2024
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Platinum Guild rides double-digit surge as Young India seeks more

India's fascination with gold is legendary, but platinum is quickly carving out its own space, especially among young consumers who want jewellery to mean more than a mere \"store of value.\"

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December 30, 2024
How to make 2025 the best year for your life
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How to make 2025 the best year for your life

It's time to take stock, course correct and plan for a future filled with career success, and better mental and physical health

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December 30, 2024
The Joy Of Finding A Notebook-Diary To Plan The New Year
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The Joy Of Finding A Notebook-Diary To Plan The New Year

Whether you plan every hour of the day or just enjoy doodling, these diaries are just what you need to start 2025

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December 30, 2024
A daily habit to fight burnout at work and beyond
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A daily habit to fight burnout at work and beyond

Prioritize what truly matters, suggests Borges India's head Vishal Gupta

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December 30, 2024
Manmohan Singh: A persuasive leader who made a big difference
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Manmohan Singh: A persuasive leader who made a big difference

A deliberative, transparent, clear-headed and decisive approach to policy formulation must live on as a tribute to his legacy

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December 30, 2024
US consumer protections look likely to be deleted by Trump
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US consumer protections look likely to be deleted by Trump

Expect the financial sector's discomfort with them to win the day

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December 30, 2024
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Prospects for 2025 are visible in the end-of-year haze

India will have its hands full as the US and China clash, geopolitics thickens and AI impacts jobs

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December 30, 2024
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Why We're Lucky to Be Indians in Such a Terrible World

While much of the world reels under violence, India remains largely peaceful. Disturbances, if any, are rare

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December 30, 2024
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Dodging a middle-income trap may take extra-economic efforts

While India must allocate resources better and innovate, public trust and originality matter too

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December 30, 2024
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What's the Risk of Chasing Thematic, Sectoral Trends?

Many investors fail to recognize that each sector has its own cycle, separate from the market

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December 30, 2024
How US rental income is taxed in India
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How US rental income is taxed in India

No, a resident Indian earning rental income from a property located in the US cannot directly claim depreciation and other deductions allowed under US tax laws to compute the net rental income when offering it for tax in India.

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December 30, 2024
12 Books That Can Change How You Think
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12 Books That Can Change How You Think

Industry captains and policy makers recommend books they loved to read in 2024

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December 30, 2024