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Lessons from the 75-year-old National Sample Survey

Its impressive history tells us much about innovation, autonomy and state-level data collection

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January 09, 2025
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We should let clarity prevail over nonsense: Here's a handy guide

We must use simple language, empathize with people, not take ourselves too seriously and be kind

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January 09, 2025
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Clear Goals and Discipline: How Small Investors Can Build Lasting Wealth

There is no one-size-fits-all, the answer will depend on your needs, personal preferences

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January 09, 2025
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How do I ensure my daughters get assets only at 25?

-Name withheld on request

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January 09, 2025
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When astrologers fail to predict their own future

JUST ENTERTAINMENT?

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January 09, 2025
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UPI: Transforming Merchant Payments for Global Visitors

Say goodbye to forex cards as UPI One World makes cashless travel seamless for travellers

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January 09, 2025
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ADIA pours ₹6.3k cr into GMR Group

GMR Group has received ₹6,300 crore investment from Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and the funds will help in reducing the debt of promoter group entity GMR Enterprises Pvt. Ltd (GEPL).

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January 09, 2025
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MFIs seek support from government

Microfinance institutions (MFIs) on Wednesday sought a dedicated funding mechanism in place and government support to tide over challenges in the sector.

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January 09, 2025
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V. Narayanan named as Isro head

India appointed rocket scientist V. Narayanan as the new head of the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro), the government said on Tuesday, a key role as India works to become a space superpower.

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January 09, 2025
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M&M looks to scale up auto biz globally

Having consolidated its position in the domestic market, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is now looking at ways to expand its presence across international markets, as per a top company executive.

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January 09, 2025
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Social-media firms decide content moderation is trending down

Zuckerberg, other social-media leaders long resisted content moderation beyond what was required legally

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January 09, 2025
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Jammu-Srinagar train may start soon

The first train connecting Jammu to Srinagar may begin its commercial run later this month, marking the completion of an over two-decade-old project that would link the Kashmir valley with the rest of the country by a direct railway line.

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January 09, 2025
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RBI Lifts Asirvad, DMI Finance's Ban

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday lifted the business restrictions placed on Chennai-based Asirvad Micro Finance and New Delhi-based DMI Finance with immediate effect.

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January 09, 2025
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The Billionaire Mining Magnate Who Bet Coal Had a Future, and Won Big

Coal's resurgence as a reliable energy source propelled Low Tuck Kwong to a spot on Forbes's 100 richest people

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January 09, 2025
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Centre eyes recovery of tax arrears amounting to ₹46.57 tn

To put the numbers in perspective, the total outstanding is around 14% of India's GDP

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January 09, 2025
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Xi Jinping Muzzles Chinese Economist Who Dared to Doubt GDP Numbers

Gao Shanwen questioned Beijing's ability to boost its economy as threats loom from a property meltdown, burgeoning debt and other challenges

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January 09, 2025
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ONGC chooses BP to boost Mumbai High's production

The field currently produces around 1,32,265 barrels of oil and around 13 billion cubic metres of gas per day

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January 09, 2025
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Strong Board Can Enforce Digital Privacy Laws: Experts

DPBI Needs Skilled Technical and Legal Professionals, as Well as Institutional Independence

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January 09, 2025
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Investment a barrier to foundational AI entry, says Nadella

India must get into frontier work in artificial intelligence (AI) and build foundational models, but investment is a real entry barrier and just one mathematical breakthrough can change entire dynamics, Microsoft chairman and chief executive Satya Nadella said in New Delhi on Wednesday.

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January 09, 2025
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Govt orders airlines to share weather data with IMD

With new airports coming up, IMD could have access to data from a wider geographical region

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January 09, 2025
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China factor a headwind for pvt investments: Sanjiv Puri

China's surplus capacity is dampening Indian business' spirit for adding further production capacity, according to Sanjiv Puri, president of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).

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January 09, 2025
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Agarwal buys iconic Riverside studio

The founder and chairman of Vedanta Group Anil Agarwal is the new owner of the iconic Riverside Studio in London, announced a press release on Wednesday.

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January 09, 2025
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Foxconn, Dixon Urge India to Pay Pending Subsidies

Apple Inc. supplier Foxconn Technology and Dixon Technologies India Ltd. have asked India to pay them billions of rupees in subsidies they think they are entitled to under the government's production incentives programme.

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January 09, 2025
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Green hydrogen hub work begins

Prime minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday laid the foundation stone of NTPC Green Energy Ltd's (NGEL) green hydrogen hub at Pudimadaka near Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, among several other infrastructure projects in the state.

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January 09, 2025
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Cygnett eyes ₹300 cr in FY25 sales, to open 15 hotels next yr

Cygnett Hotels & Resorts aims to close FY25 with ₹300 crore gross revenues, driven by new management contracts, founder and managing director Sarbendra Sarkar said.

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January 09, 2025
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UBL suspends beer supply to Telangana over price row

The beer maker cited frozen prices, unpaid dues and 40% rise in production costs since 2019

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January 09, 2025
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Box-office performance dictating OTT release schedules

OTT platforms typically schedule films in advance as standard norm, but now have to adapt to flexible release windows

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January 09, 2025
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Fashion biz and margins Nykaa's weak spots, beauty shines

Dull tone Nykaa's gross merchandise value growth has been relatively slower in recent quarters.

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January 09, 2025
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Rupee falls 17p to a new low of 85.91 against US dollar

The rupee extended its slide for the second straight session and declined 17 paise to hit a fresh record low of 85.91 against the US dollar on Wednesday amid higher crude oil prices and stronger American currency.

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January 09, 2025
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Sebi Tightens Rules for Advisers, Analysts

The market regulator tightened rules for independent advisers and research analysts by imposing deposit requirements and restrictions on the scope of advice to enhance transparency and protect investors.

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January 09, 2025