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India has proven its resilience as a trading nation in recent times
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India has proven its resilience as a trading nation in recent times

Our trade-to-GDP decline was only a reflection of oil price trends and trade recovery should quash charges of an inward turn

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March 21, 2023
India needs to lay down net shutdown protocols
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India needs to lay down net shutdown protocols

We have the world's most internet shutdowns. This is a major blot on our record of digital freedom. Such clamps may have their utility but we need clear rules to prevent their abuse

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March 21, 2023
Target maturity funds are fine but beware of the reinvestment risk
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Target maturity funds are fine but beware of the reinvestment risk

TMFs are not very attractive in a rising interest rate scenario as investors get locked in at lower interest rates

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March 21, 2023
WHY AN AFFORDABLE HOME IS A PIPE DREAM
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WHY AN AFFORDABLE HOME IS A PIPE DREAM

In a bullish real estate market, budget home buyers are getting neglected

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March 21, 2023
Xi visits Moscow to bolster Putin
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Xi visits Moscow to bolster Putin

The two major powers have described Xi's trip as an opportunity to deepen their \"no-limits friendship\"

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March 21, 2023
Cisco backs 'guardrails' for India's IT, telecom sectors
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Cisco backs 'guardrails' for India's IT, telecom sectors

Company will support new regulations being considered by the Indian government

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March 21, 2023
'Connected 4G, 5G laptops to be mainstream in 3 years'
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'Connected 4G, 5G laptops to be mainstream in 3 years'

Qualcomm is working on devices that will connect to the internet through mobile networks

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March 21, 2023
GMR Airports to merge with parent GMR Infrastructure
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GMR Airports to merge with parent GMR Infrastructure

Airport operator Groupe ADP will become the 2nd largest shareholder in the merged entity

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March 21, 2023
Bitcoin breaks above $28K amid bank crisis
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Bitcoin breaks above $28K amid bank crisis

Turmoil in the banking sector, hotter-than expected inflation data, and renewed hopes for a dovish Federal Reserve has Bitcoin reaching levels not seen in about nine months.

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March 21, 2023
Indian banks better off than US, Europe peers
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Indian banks better off than US, Europe peers

In a collateral damage of sorts, turbulence in the US and European banking sector has led to a negative rub-off effect on Indian banking stocks. In March so far, the Nifty Bank index has slid 3.3%. Even before the Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) crisis erupted, the index was trading on a weak note.

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March 21, 2023
India plans to extend fuel export restrictions beyond Mar
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India plans to extend fuel export restrictions beyond Mar

India plans to extend restrictions on the export of diesel and gasoline after the current fiscal year ends this month to ensure the availability of refined fuels for the domestic market, two government sources with direct knowledge of the matter said.

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March 21, 2023
India seeks to tap Scandinavian nations for clean energy tech
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India seeks to tap Scandinavian nations for clean energy tech

RK Singh likely to visit Finland in Sep to explore international cooperation in renewable tech

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March 21, 2023
How scandal and mistrust ended Credit Suisse's 166-year run
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How scandal and mistrust ended Credit Suisse's 166-year run

Credit Suisse Group AG, once one of the stalwarts of the global financial system, is no more.

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March 21, 2023
Amazon to cut 9,000 jobs in second round of layoffs
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Amazon to cut 9,000 jobs in second round of layoffs

Amazon.com Inc. is laying off an additional 9,000 employees, adding to cuts that were already the largest round of firings in the company’s history.

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March 21, 2023
India's Russia exports in Feb up 25% to hit pre-Ukraine war level
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India's Russia exports in Feb up 25% to hit pre-Ukraine war level

India’s exports to Russia have exceeded the levels before the war outbreak in Ukraine, even as the conflict in Europe drags down global trade growth.

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March 21, 2023
Gold hits record high on global banking turmoil
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Gold hits record high on global banking turmoil

Gold prices soared to an intraday record on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Monday, as investors rushed to safe-haven assets after banking crises in the US and Europe.

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March 21, 2023
Apex court clears decks for second RCap auction
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Apex court clears decks for second RCap auction

The Supreme Court on Monday allowed lenders to Reliance Capital (RCap) to hold a second auction of the insolvent company, upholding the order of the company law appeals tribunal.

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March 21, 2023
Refund ₹300 cr to NSE: SC tells Sebi
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Refund ₹300 cr to NSE: SC tells Sebi

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to refund ₹300 crore deposited by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) as part of a disgorgement order.

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March 21, 2023
India may hit back at EU's carbon tax
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India may hit back at EU's carbon tax

Counter-tariffs likely as move threatens India's metal exports

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March 21, 2023
What The Loss Of Silicon Valley Bank Means For Silicon Valley
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What The Loss Of Silicon Valley Bank Means For Silicon Valley

Silicon valley is a tough place to be a banker. Startup bosses call with references but no revenue. Loans can seldom be secured against physical assets.

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March 20, 2023
Bored of work? It could be your manager's fault
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Bored of work? It could be your manager's fault

In 'Purposeful', the author talks about ways to find purpose in work

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March 20, 2023
The art of creating a 'net energy positive' office
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The art of creating a 'net energy positive' office

The Atal Akshaya Urja Bhawan, the new MNRE headquarters, makes a louder, and more progressive, statement about sustainability

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March 20, 2023
Britain's economy improving may not keep Sunak in power
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Britain's economy improving may not keep Sunak in power

London's budget is unlikely to shake off the gloom of a 'vibecession'

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March 20, 2023
Our new trade policy must calm fears of rising import restrictions
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Our new trade policy must calm fears of rising import restrictions

India's new foreign trade policy, which is to be announced shortly, will be watched closely. Policy watchers will especially look to it for guidance on future policy trends on import restrictions, over which there have been some conflicting signals.

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March 20, 2023
Adani's U-turn amplifies questions of compliance
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Adani's U-turn amplifies questions of compliance

The group has acknowledged Vinod Adani as a member, but we need clarity on whether it flouted a free-float rule, manipulated its shares and gained from a regulatory look-away

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March 20, 2023
Shifting gears: Bandhan MF plans to unlock its growth potential
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Shifting gears: Bandhan MF plans to unlock its growth potential

The fund house has done well on debt side but equity has been a mixed bag. It plans to increase stocks coverage

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March 20, 2023
WHY PRAMILA DEVI USES HER SLIPPERS SPARINGLY
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WHY PRAMILA DEVI USES HER SLIPPERS SPARINGLY

Sales of mass footwear items have slid-an indicator of stressed incomes and faltering consumer demand

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March 20, 2023
Buffett in touch with Biden on banking crisis
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Buffett in touch with Biden on banking crisis

Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s Warren Buffett has been in touch with senior officials in President Joe Biden's administration in recent days as the regional banking crisis unfolds.

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March 20, 2023
Vladimir Putin visits Russia-occupied city of Mariupol
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Vladimir Putin visits Russia-occupied city of Mariupol

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the city of Mariupol, the Kremlin's press service said Sunday, according to Russian news agencies.

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March 20, 2023
Ampere works to solve chassis breakage issue
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Ampere works to solve chassis breakage issue

Greaves's e-two-wheeler arm issues advisories to dealers, offers new parts

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March 20, 2023