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'Overreach': USISPF, Nasscom object to Sebi's specified digital platform plan
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'Overreach': USISPF, Nasscom object to Sebi's specified digital platform plan

Advocacy group US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) and IT trade body Nasscom have flagged concerns over a recent proposal by the markets regulator, Securities and Exchange Board (Sebi), to define Specified Digital Platforms (SDPs).

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December 04, 2024
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Promise of free electricity powered AP-Adani deal

The erstwhile Andhra Pradesh government under Jagan Reddy had sought regulatory approval for the controversial Adani Green solar power project in 2021, while proposing to offer 7 gigawatt (Gw) of the procured power \"for free\" to rural areas and agriculture sector, according to filings and submissions reviewed by Business Standard.

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December 04, 2024
MPC meet in spotlight amid speculation over Das' term
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MPC meet in spotlight amid speculation over Das' term

Meeting begins today against backdrop of Q2 GDP growth slowdown

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December 04, 2024
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Bill to push banking reforms gets LS nod

Proposes up to 4 successive nominations by bank a/c holders

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December 04, 2024
Uber rolls out Asia's first water transport service with shikara bookings at Dal Lake
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Uber rolls out Asia's first water transport service with shikara bookings at Dal Lake

Tourists visiting the iconic Dal Lake will now enjoy a hassle-free travel experience with the launch of Uber's first water transport service in Asia, aptly named 'Uber Shikara'.

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December 03, 2024
Warmer than normal winters likely this season, says IMD
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Warmer than normal winters likely this season, says IMD

Nov 2024 among the warmest since 1901

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December 03, 2024
Ram Janmabhoomi stir picked up pace after Shah Bano case: Jung
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Ram Janmabhoomi stir picked up pace after Shah Bano case: Jung

The Ram Janmabhoomi movement gained momentum after the Rajiv Gandhi government's knee-jerk reaction to the Shah Bano case in 1985, leading to cascading communalism in the country, former Delhi lieutenant governor Najeeb Jung said on Monday.

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December 03, 2024
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Delhi airport sets up special enclosures for delayed flights

The Delhi airport is establishing special enclosures at its terminals to accommodate passengers stuck in aircraft for more than three hours.

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December 03, 2024
Swiggy expands its 10-min Bolt delivery service to over 400 cities
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Swiggy expands its 10-min Bolt delivery service to over 400 cities

'BOLT' FROM BLUE

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December 03, 2024
Ola Electric powers ahead with 4,000 store target
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Ola Electric powers ahead with 4,000 store target

Marks 4x increase with 3,200 new outlets joining 800 existing stores

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December 03, 2024
MAY THE BEST AIP WIN
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MAY THE BEST AIP WIN

Navy's choice between German and Spanish submarines could boil down to who has the best Air Independent Propulsion

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December 03, 2024
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Macro-driven funds that can fall prey to timing risk

DSP Mutual Fund has launched the DSP Business Cycle Fund.

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December 03, 2024
Dixon Tech to gain from high volumes, new biz
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Dixon Tech to gain from high volumes, new biz

May emerge as major smartphone manufacturer; brokerages positive

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December 03, 2024
Price hikes key trigger for cement majors
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Price hikes key trigger for cement majors

Cement had a slow quarter with volumes up 3 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) on average in the second quarter of the current financial year (Q2FY25).

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December 03, 2024
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Adani Ports arm's rating upgraded by 6 notches

Rating firm CareEdge has revised Gopalpur Ports Limited's (GPL) credit rating from \"BBB\" (RWP) to \"AA/Stable\", upgrading it by six notches, post-acquisition by the Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) in March this year.

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December 03, 2024
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Adani investor GQG's shares plunge over 14% after UBS downgrade

Shares of Australian-listed GQG Partners tumbled over 14 percent on Monday after UBS downgraded the stock and said the firm may have lost AU$600 million ($390 million) in funds under management in the two days following the indictment of Adani group executives.

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December 03, 2024
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Zepto CEO optimistic about public issue in '25

Fresh out of bumper $350 million funding this time from marquee domestic investors, quick commerce (qcom) company Zepto says it is on a clear path to becoming a full Indian-owned entity and hitting profit after tax (PAT) positive milestone, as co-founder and CEO Aadit Palicha exudes optimism about a possible initial public offering (IPO) in 2025.

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December 03, 2024
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Markets gain as FPI selloff eases; Sensex, Nifty up 0.6%

Benchmark indices recovered from early losses to end with gains of 0.6 per cent on Monday.

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December 03, 2024
AIFs seek tax passthrough to compete with new asset class
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AIFs seek tax passthrough to compete with new asset class

Plan to make representation to finance ministry, Sebi for level playing field

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December 03, 2024
Crossing the trans bar
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Crossing the trans bar

Given that there are few literary works by trans people, especially in South Asia, Düsseldorf-based dental hygienist Thanuja Singam's autobiographical work Thanuja: A Memoir of Migration and Transition is a welcome addition to the canon of LGBTQIA+ literature.

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December 03, 2024
Global warming and AI: A dangerous synergy
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Global warming and AI: A dangerous synergy

Global warming and artificial intelligence (AI) are two of the hottest discussion topics among scientists, technologists, economists, and policymakers today.

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December 03, 2024
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Age restrictions

Australia's social-media law will be a case study

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December 03, 2024
Time to adapt
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Time to adapt

India's efforts to address climate change are misaligned with what is required to protect its people and farms from extreme heat

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December 03, 2024
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Reversing family planning

A three-child norm is regressive

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December 03, 2024
Rise in sick days costing Europe billions every year
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Rise in sick days costing Europe billions every year

For businesses in Norway, illness is becoming an increasingly trying problem.

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December 03, 2024
Iraqi militias enter Syria to strengthen govt forces
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Iraqi militias enter Syria to strengthen govt forces

Hundreds of fighters from Iran-backed Iraqi militias crossed into Syria overnight to help the government fight rebels who seized Aleppo last week, Syrian and Iraqi sources said on Monday, and Tehran pledged to aid the Damascus government.

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December 03, 2024
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Stellantis CEO quits early over strategy dispute

Stellantis NV Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Carlos Tavares's (pictured) surprise departure leaves the maker of Jeep SUVs and Peugeot cars without clear leadership at a time of significant upheaval in the industry.

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December 03, 2024
In U-turn, Biden pardons son Hunter
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In U-turn, Biden pardons son Hunter

US President Joe Biden signed a sweeping pardon for his son Hunter Biden, reversing his previous stance that he would not use his executive powers to aid his oldest-living child.

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December 03, 2024
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Intel CEO Gelsinger leaves as turnaround plan flounders

Intel Corp Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Pat Gelsinger (pictured) has retired from the company and stepped down from its board of directors just as the company is in the middle of trying to execute on a turnaround plan.

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December 03, 2024
Chip war escalates as US tightens curbs on China
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Chip war escalates as US tightens curbs on China

140 Chinese entities blacklisted; sale of chipmaking gear restricted

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December 03, 2024