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Russia missile strikes intensify aerial war with Ukraine
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Russia missile strikes intensify aerial war with Ukraine

Ukraine said at least four people were killed in Russian missile strikes in the early hours of Tuesday that mainly targeted the country's largest cities, Kyiv and Kharkiv.

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January 03, 2024
Japan quake toll rises to 48, many feared trapped in cold
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Japan quake toll rises to 48, many feared trapped in cold

Authorities confirmed 48 deaths, all in Ishikawa prefecture, making it Japan’s deadliest earthquake since 2016

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January 03, 2024
VRO Hospitality raises $10 mn to expand
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VRO Hospitality raises $10 mn to expand

Bengaluru-headquartered VRO Hospitality, which operates 42 lounges and bars in the country, has raised $10 million in a bridge funding round led by Axis Bank and venture capital firm Gruhas, which is backed by Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath.

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January 03, 2024
InvAscent aims to sell stake in Aizant Drug
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InvAscent aims to sell stake in Aizant Drug

The stake-sale deal is expected to value the drug firm at 350-4.00 million

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January 03, 2024
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Focus on provisions, capital in draft bank dividend norms

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday issued draft norms on declaring bank dividends, laying down eligibility criteria and guidelines on board oversight.

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January 03, 2024
Truck strike: Solution in sight as govt extends olive branch
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Truck strike: Solution in sight as govt extends olive branch

Govt says truckers will be consulted before finalizing code, asks drivers to return to work

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January 03, 2024
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Markets turn choppy as domestic investors book profits

Sharp volatility gripped the indices, which swung wildly between high and low on Day 2 of the new year, as DIIs and retail/HNI (high networth individuals) booked profits and FPIs purchased shares at the lows.

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January 03, 2024
Rally in tech stocks faces earnings test
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Rally in tech stocks faces earnings test

The rally in technology stocks in India may face a speed bump next week as companies report their December-quarter earnings in the face of rising scepticism among analysts.

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January 03, 2024
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Markets turn choppy as domestic investors book profits

Sharp volatility gripped the indices, which swung wildly between high and low on Day 2 of the new year, as DIIs and retail/HNI (high networth individuals) booked profits and FPIs purchased shares at the lows.

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January 03, 2024
States' debt cost crosses 7.7%; spread with G-Secs over 50 bps
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States' debt cost crosses 7.7%; spread with G-Secs over 50 bps

At the first weekly auction of the last quarter of 2023-24, the states saw their interest burden sharply rising to cross the 7.7 percentage mark on Tuesday, leading to the spread between cut-off of 10-year state bonds and the G-Sec yield crossing the 50 basis points mark for the first time in two years.

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January 03, 2024
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Should Coal India's investors worry, after a stellar rally in stock?

Coal India Ltd (CIL) has kicked off 2024 with a bang. Shares of the mining major hit a new 52-week high for the second consecutive day on Tuesday.

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January 03, 2024
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Two-wheelers may race ahead in 2024

The Nifty Auto index gained considerably in 2023, emerging as the second-best performer among sectoral indices, rising nearly 48% vis-à-vis the Nifty 50 index's 20% gains.

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January 03, 2024
Ansapack picks up strategic stake in Rich Printers
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Ansapack picks up strategic stake in Rich Printers

Pharma packaging solutions provider Ansapack Pvt. Ltd has acquired a strategic stake in Rich Printers Pvt. Ltd through its folding carton division, Ansa Folding Carton. Rich Printers offers offset printing as well as other services across sectors.

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January 03, 2024
Cult.fit acquires India biz of US fitness chain
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Cult.fit acquires India biz of US fitness chain

It bought the remainder 40% stake in Gold’s Gym operator for 790-100 cr

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January 03, 2024
Indian tea exports slump to $531 mn during April-November 2023
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Indian tea exports slump to $531 mn during April-November 2023

India saw a slump in its tea export earnings during April-November 2023 amid regulatory challenges in Iran, a large market, and due to the ongoing Ukraine crisis impacting exports to the CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) and Western European region, latest data from the commerce ministry showed.

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January 03, 2024
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France, Germany to fund AMRUT mission

France's development agency AFD and Germany's KfW Bank are in talks with India to provide ₹100 million loan to fund the country's urban infrastructure plan, AMRUT mission, according to persons aware of the matter.

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January 03, 2024
India building coal stocks for summer
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India building coal stocks for summer

The government is preparing to build up India's coal stocks to meet high demand for power in the April-June period in 2024, as summer arrives in an election year.

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January 03, 2024
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India's pulses imports rise 40% in 2023 as output falls

Surge in imports can be attributed to anticipated lower production for 2 consecutive crop years

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January 03, 2024
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Ola Electric wins 40% share in Dec, offers to stay

Ola Electric stormed past the 40% market share milestone in electric two-wheeler sales in December, driven by deep discounts and an extensive offering of aggressively priced e-scooters at multiple price points.

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January 03, 2024
OVL works on oil-for-dividend deal with Venezuela
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OVL works on oil-for-dividend deal with Venezuela

ONGC Videsh Ltd (OVL) is in talks with its Venezuelan partner to secure oil cargoes in lieu of unpaid dividends totalling $600 million, two people aware of the development said.

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January 03, 2024
Extra flying rights, but with caveats
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Extra flying rights, but with caveats

Govt wants to encourage point-to-point traffic on int'l front

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January 03, 2024
Lessons In Economics From The IPL Auction
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Lessons In Economics From The IPL Auction

Teams spent big money at the December auction. Information, potential and recency effect played their part

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January 02, 2024
Expand India's Economy But Not As An End In Itself
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Expand India's Economy But Not As An End In Itself

Our robust macro data hides a disquieting micro story that should be addressed in 2024. The government and central bank ought to ensure that faster growth is more equitable too

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January 02, 2024
Four elections and a rate cut: The world is in for an exciting 2024
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Four elections and a rate cut: The world is in for an exciting 2024

Known unknowns and events in the political as well as economic arenas could combine in multiple ways to yield surprises

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January 02, 2024
Living and leading with emotional intelligence
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Living and leading with emotional intelligence

Suppressing emotions can lead to physical and mental illness. Feeling and managing one's emotions and that of a team is a leadership skill

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January 02, 2024
Four DIY tools to aid post-workout muscle recovery
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Four DIY tools to aid post-workout muscle recovery

No time to stretch or get a sports massage? Here are some alternatives

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January 02, 2024
What to do to counter the danger of sitting for hours
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What to do to counter the danger of sitting for hours

Backaches are the most common outcome of spending hours at a desk. Here's how to prevent it while continuing to work

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January 02, 2024
This educational idea can take on a youth mental health crisis
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This educational idea can take on a youth mental health crisis

A new academic focus in America on the problem holds promise

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January 02, 2024
Adani hires global team for Mumbai's slum redevelopment
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Adani hires global team for Mumbai's slum redevelopment

The Adani Group has brought leading global experts in city planning, including architect Hafeez Contractor, design firm Sasaki, and consultancy firm Buro Happold, on board for the ambitious Dharavi redevelopment project in Mumbai.

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January 02, 2024
₹766 cr sanctioned for projects in NE
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₹766 cr sanctioned for projects in NE

NEDFi has set up the north-east venture fund to foster start-ups in the region.

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January 02, 2024