White House says Putin and Kim Jong Un traded letters as Russia looks for munitions from North Korea

The White House has revealed that Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have exchanged letters, indicating advances in talks regarding a potential weapons sale. The US believes that Russia is relying on North Korea and Iran for arms to support its war in Ukraine. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/rxQuD...

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What are global companies saying about China's economy?

U.S. companies have expressed concerns about investing in China due to fines, raids, and other actions that have made it risky to do business there. Many global firms are taking a cautious approach to their China business, citing a slow recovery of the country's economy. However, some companies have reported positive developments, such as Estee Lauder forecasting a weak profit...

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Pyramid Technoplast IPO: Stock ends in lower circuit on listing day. What should investors do?

The stock listed at a mild premium of 13% over the issue price. However, it came under selling pressure post the listing and was locked in a 5% lower circuit. On day one, the shares closed just 5.8% higher than the IPO price of Rs 166. from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/UhH6e...

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Only Central government empowered to conduct Census under law: Centre to SC on Bihar Caste Survey

The affidavit filed by the assistant registrar with Registrar General of India in the Ministry of Home Affairs said, "I state and submit that census is a statutory process and is governed by the Census Act, 1948. It is submitted that the subject of Census is covered in the Union List under Entry 69 in the Seventh Schedule". from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/iXtE1...

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NSE's currency derivative segment sees transactions worth Rs 609 trillion in 15 years

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) introduced the Exchange Traded Currency Derivatives segment on August 29, 2008, with the launch of Futures on currency spot rate US dollar - Indian rupee from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/VdFmv...

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INDIA's Mumbai meeting to discuss Delhi HQ proposal

Opposition allies in India are set to discuss the proposal of establishing a central office in Delhi during their meeting in Mumbai. The purpose of this proposal is to showcase the collective identity and independence of the opposition bloc, unlike the ruling parties. The office would serve as a coordination and secretariat space for the alliance. from News-Economic Times...

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Cracks appear in 'no-limits' Sino-Russian Partnership

The tensions between China and the US, as well as the current geopolitical situation, have contributed to the Sino-Russian partnership. However, recent cracks have appeared in the relationship, with a border incident causing the Chinese embassy in Russia to publicly criticize Russia's treatment of Chinese citizens. Despite this, China still attended a meeting on the Ukraine...

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SEBI paper on finfluencers: 'Regulated Entities must stay away from unregistered investment advisors'

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Jio Financial Services snaps 4-day losing streak on bulk deal, over 20 cr shares traded on day 5

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Sebi proposes brokers stay away from unregulated financial influencers

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) said in a consultation paper that influencers not registered with the relevant financial sector regulator might not have the requisite qualifications or expertise on the subject. from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/iBNb2...

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I think people will start to notice Indian chess: Praggnanandhaa

Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa believes his impressive performance in the FIDE World Cup will draw attention to Indian chess. The 18-year-old finished as the runner-up after losing to Magnus Carlsen in the final. Praggnanandhaa defeated world No. 2 Hikaru Nakamura and world No. 3 Fabiano Caruana during the tournament, and became the third youngest player to qualify...

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Market regulator announces new disclosures for select offshore funds

Sebi said offshore funds that have more than 50% of their assets invested in a single corporate group will need to disclose all its investors to custodian banks, through which funds flow into the country, within 90 days starting from Nov. 1 from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/AiNZJ...

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'India is on the Moon': Lander's success moves nation to next space chapter

Chandrayaan-3 has been orbiting the moon since early August. On Wednesday, as the spacecraft approached the low point of the orbit, moving at more than 3,700 mph, a preprogrammed sequence of maneuvers commenced. The craft's four engines fired again at the start of what ISRO called the "rough braking" portion of the descent, its speed of fall accelerating. After 11.5 minutes,...

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Sports ministry clears Bajrang, Deepak Punia''s proposals for foreign training

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) wanted Olympic-medallist wrestler Bajrang to attend the trials for the World Championships or provide fitness certificate, if he wants exemption from this week's exercise in Patiala. Bajrang wanted to skip the trials for the World Championships on August 25 and 26 and train at a foreign location to prepare for the Asian Games in Hangzhou...

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China's Xi Jinping tells BRICS summit that Chinese economy is resilient

Chinese President Xi Jinping had arrived in Johannesburg on Monday evening (local time) to attend the 15th BRICS Summit and to pay a state visit to South Africa and he was received by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and senior South African officials at the airport, according to the Global Times. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/J9rQ4...

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Nvidia hits record high as AI boom lifts bets on another strong forecast

The shares eased 1.1% from a record high of $481.87 hit minutes after the market opened, crossing its previous peak of $480.88 on July 14. from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/jNwxp...

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Maharashtra farmers cry foul over falling onion prices

The imposition of a 40% export duty on onions in Maharashtra has resulted in a drop in prices, angering farmers and putting the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on the defensive. Opposition parties are urging farmers to vote against the BJP in the upcoming parliamentary elections to express their dissatisfaction. The government imposed the duty to control rising onion prices,...

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Upcoming Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’ vows unfiltered gaze into icon's life

The new movie about Michael Jackson called ‘Michael’ will show the good and not-so-good parts of his life, and it won't avoid the things that caused arguments and discussions about him. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Rno7q...

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Aerospace sector adopting AI in big way: HAL chief

AI-based products and tools are being used for the maintenance of aircraft components: Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) chairman & managing director CB Ananthakrishnan from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/huMFW...

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Soccer-Clinical Sweden beat Australia to clinch third place at World Cup

Sweden started brightly and could have made a dream start when Blackstenius fired a low drive across goal in the opening minute, but the attempt was palmed away by Arnold and cleared by defender Ellie Carpenter. The Matildas soon found their passing rhythm, tearing forward on the counter through Hayley Raso but the winger's effort was blocked. Raso was denied again midway...

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Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, eight NCP ministers given charge of 36 districts to build party organisation

Praful Patel, national working president of the NCP faction of Ajit Pawar, has been given the responsibility of strengthening the organisation in Bhandara, Gondia, Amravati, Wardha and Nagpur by the state unit chief, it said. In all, the nine ministers have been given the task of building the party organisation in 36 districts. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/gqs...

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Sebi notifies rules to strengthen investor grievance redressal mechanism

Now, merchant bankers, debenture trustees, registrar to an issue, share transfer agent and a know your client registration agency will redress investor grievances within 21 days, according to a notification issued on Thursday. from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/XCE1M...

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Article 370 case hearing: People of J&K looking at Supreme Court with hope, says Mehbooba Mufti

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Nuh clashes: Bittu Bajrangi sent to police remand for one day

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Donald Trump indicted over string of poll charges

Eighteen co-defendants were indicted in the probe, including Trump's former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, who pressured local legislators over the result after the election, and Trump's White House chief of staff, Mark Meadows. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/zQbAw...

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London: Indian High Commission celebrates 77th Independence Day; watch!

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59% increase in tourism in J&K After G20 meet: Lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha

Sinha, while addressing the Independence Day function at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar, said people have embarked on a new journey of peace, love and stability, which will lead to development and a golden future. Hundreds of people including government officials, for whom attendance was mandatory, participated in the function at the redeveloped stadium. from News-Economic Times...

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As Dussehra-Diwali bonus, we will give Rs 1000 crores to Singareni workers: Telangana CM KCR

Addressing the people Telangana CM KCR said, "I wish a very happy Independence day to all the people on the occasion of 77th Independence day. Though the 75 years of Independence is of very great significance, we could not reach the heights we hoped for. Though the country has natural resources and hardworking people, the resources are not being utilised because of misgovernance....

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Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar hints at changes in cabinet in coming days, also state Congress revamp

Karnataka may see changes in its cabinet in the coming days, according to Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who also said the Congress unit in the region would be overhauled. Speaking at a meeting of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee, Shivakumar said the state would revamp at block, district and KPCC level, and where needed would relieve some ministers. from News-Economic...

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China finance giant alarms markets, regulators with missed payments

China's banking regulator has established a task force to examine risks at wealth management group Zhongzhi Enterprise, after several of its corporate clients disclosed overdue payments by a trust unit. Zhongzhi is one of the largest players in China's $2.9tn trust industry, which manages pools of savings from wealthy households and corporate clients to provide loans and to...

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Yuan falls to lowest since November as Chinese economy sputters

​​The currency has now tumbled about 5% this year, the worst performer in Asia after the yen. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/x1X2e...

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PC Jeweller Q1 Results: Co posts third straight quarterly loss on mounting legal battles

A slew of lenders, including State Bank of India, Indian Bank , IDFC First Bank and Union Bank, have deemed PC Jeweller's borrowing accounts as non-performing and have moved to court seeking loan recalls. from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/oO36K...

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Mars spinning faster? Know the truth from NASA

For the first time in history, scientists at NASA have made the most precise measurements ever of Mars’ rotation. Researchers said that they have detected how the planet wobbles due to the “sloshing” of its molten metal core. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/RZYka...

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NE funding on centre's radar as CMs flag project delays

ET has gathered that several chief ministers from the northeast have taken up the matter with both the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Prime Minister's Office, seeking fast tracking of project approvals and fund release. It is learnt that the issue is being reviewed and discussed in detail at the top level in the government over the last few weeks given the focus of the Centre...

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Bordering nations make 697 requests for Govt contracts

India received nearly 700 applications from bidders with which it shares land borders for public procurement contracts as of June 30, with 110 pending for review by various ministries. In 2020, India amended public procurement norms to allow any eligible bidder from a border-sharing country to participate in procurement only if they are registered with the registration committee. from...

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Twilight of the Dead: George A. Romero's final zombie film’s plot, release date, cast

George A. Romero had started writing Twilight of the Dead before his passing in 2017, and fans are keen to know how the franchise ends with the film. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/iVgku...

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The secret key to achieve success in college

Research has shown that building connections with professors, staff, and fellow students is crucial for college success. In a new book, "Connections Are Everything: A College Student's Guide to Relationship-Rich Education," students and scholars recommend five steps to harness the power of relationships: talking to professors, making friends in class, utilizing campus resources,...

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Six die as Britain-bound migrant boat capsizes in Channel

French and UK rescue boats saved nearly 60 migrants and brought them to French or British shores, and search and rescue operations were ongoing, the maritime prefecture said. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/RWE6F...

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‘The Changeling’ inspired by Victor Lavalle’s novel to release on Apple TV+; Here are all the details of thriller series

"The Changeling" TV series, based on Victor LaValle's novel, follows a couple named Apollo and Emma. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/wTJdz...

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DCI Q1 Results: Co swings to black; posts Rs 15 crore profit

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Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC: Check release date and all key details here

The Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC could be released in 2023 or early 2024. Here’s what we know so far about it. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/gZEnr...

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Hero MotoCorp Q1 Results: Net profit rises 32% YoY to Rs 825 crore but misses estimates

Kotak Institutional Equities had expected net profit to grow 40.3% to Rs 875.90 crore and revenues to increase 7% led by a 10% increase in average selling price (ASP) due to price increases and a richer product mix. from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/bVWEt...

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Hero MotoCorp Q1: PAT zooms 32% YoY to Rs 825 cr, revenue rises 4%

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BSF's 'Operation Alert' along India-Pak border from Aug 11-17

The Border Security Force will run Operation Alert from August 11 to August 17 along the India-Pakistan International Border to thwart infiltration and smuggling attempts in view of the Independence Day. During this, a close watch will be kept by the BSF near the India-Pakistan border. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/ErgP0...

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LEGO unveils new Concorde Set 2023: Release date, features, and more

LEGO fans are celebrating as the renowned toy manufacturer unveils a highly anticipated inclusion to its upcoming collection. All eyes are on the LEGO Concorde 2023 set, igniting fervor among enthusiasts with its initial glimpses. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/P5Jnm...

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Azad bats for early Assembly polls in J&K, says denying people democratic right unconstitutional

Ghulam Nabi Azad, chairman of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party, has advocated for early Assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir. He criticized the Lt Governor-led administration in the Union Territory, stating that their misgovernance and lack of transparency has pushed people to the wall. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/kIl6g...

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Adani Enterprises weighs exiting $6 billion Wilmar venture

​Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and his family may retain a minority stake in a personal capacity following a sale, the people said. Wilmar, the Singapore-headquartered food conglomerate co-founded by billionaire Kuok Khoon Hong in 1991, could decide to retain its stake in the business, one of the people said from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/GyDr7...

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Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Q1 Results: Profit jumps 20% YoY to Rs 107 crore on lower provisions

Its net interest margin for the quarter was however lower at 9.2% as compared with 9.7% earlier. Net interest income was 21% higher at Rs 422 crore. The bank expects that yield on advances would improve in the next few quarters with re-pricing of interest rates in microfinance, which is its lending segment from Stocks-Markets-Economic Times https://ift.tt/iv0Y2...

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BJP Prez J P Nadda to visit West Bengal on Aug 11

BJP National President J P Nadda will visit West Bengal from August 11 to 14 to meet with party leaders and functionaries to prepare for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Nadda will attend an eastern regional conference and meet with 134 BJP functionaries from the eastern region, including Odisha and Andaman & Nicobar. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/rebiq...

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Jill Martin's double Mastectomy Successful in her battle against breast cancer, but chemotherapy looms ahead

Jill Martin, a contributor to the "Today" show, underwent a double mastectomy, which was deemed a "successful" procedure. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/BA7IY...

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Parliament Monsoon Session: Rajya Sabha passes Delhi Services Bill after 8 hrs long debate

The Delhi Services Bill, aimed at ensuring a "corruption-free administration", has been passed by India's Rajya Sabha to replace an ordinance governing the transfer and posting of senior officers in the national capital. Opponents argued that the move would erode states' powers, but the Home Minister said it did not violate a Supreme Court ruling. from News-Economic Times...

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