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  Ratan Tata dies: A look at Tata Group’s succession plan

  October 10, 2024 7:03 IST

  Ratan Tata, former chairman of Tata Sons, passed away at 86, leaving the Tata Group’s future leadership in question. With no direct heirs, the focus shifts to Noel Tata and his children—Maya, Neville, and Leah—who are poised to play critical roles in steering the Tata empire forward.

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  EPFO members can get Rs 10,000 monthly pension even if basic salary is Rs 15,000 | Know how

  October 09, 2024 17:28 IST

  Here is a simplified calculation showing how your pension entitlement could reach Rs 10,000 per month by the time you retire.

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  Dussehra holidays: Banks closed for 4 consecutive days in THESE states | Check dates

  October 09, 2024 13:19 IST

  Dussehra holidays: Banks will remain closed during the Durga Puja and Dussehra festivities across India. But, the number of holidays will vary based on the states and their celebrations of the festivals. In some states, banks are closed for four days in a row.

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  RBI increases UPI Lite, UPI 123PAY transaction limits to boost 'digital payments'

  October 09, 2024 11:54 IST

  The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised the transaction limits for UPI Lite and UPI 123PAY, increasing accessibility to digital payments. The UPI Lite limit has risen from Rs 500 to Rs 1,000, while UPI 123PAY limits have doubled to Rs 10,000.

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  RBI’s MPC meeting concludes, UPI transaction limits changed, repo rate steady | Key takeaways

  October 09, 2024 11:02 IST

  The Reserve Bank of India Governor as ex-officio chairman of the Monetary Policy Committee commenced the three-day meeting on October 7 which concluded today. It was anticipated that the repo rate would be reduced this time considering the rate cuts by the US Feds.

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  RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5 per cent for 10th consecutive time

  October 09, 2024 10:39 IST

  The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept the benchmark repo rate unchanged at 6.5% for the 10th consecutive time, maintaining its focus on inflation control while balancing economic growth.

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  Sensex rises by 162 points in early trade, Nifty gains 57 points ahead of RBI policy review

  October 09, 2024 9:59 IST

  Market sentiment remained strong, driven by optimistic investor outlook and positive global cues. Key sectors such as IT, banking, and FMCG led the early gains, boosting the indices.

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  Sensex climbs 156.65 points to 81,206.65 in early trade; Nifty up 37.70 points to 24,833.45

  October 08, 2024 10:00 IST

  Sensex climbed 156.65 points to 81,206.65 in early trade; Nifty was up 37.70 points to 24,833.45.

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  RBI, Maldives Monetary Authority sign currency swap pact to strengthen cooperation

  October 07, 2024 21:04 IST

  As part of the agreement, the MMA is eligible for financing support from the RBI amounting to $400 million under the US Dollar/Euro Swap Window and Rs 30 billion (Rs 3,000 crore) under the INR Swap Window. The RBI added that the agreement would be valid till June 18, 2027.

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  Amazon buys MX Player app, merges it with miniTV to launch new platform soon | DETAILS

  October 07, 2024 20:30 IST

  Amazon did not disclose the valuation of the acquisition. The merger aims to make premium-free entertainment accessible to a larger audience.

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  RBI to take decision on repo rate, three-day monetary policy committee meeting begins today

  October 07, 2024 11:34 IST

  The 3-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting will conclude on October 9. The outcome of the meeting is eagerly awaited as the RBI has kept the repo rate steady for the last nine consecutive months.

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  Stock market today: Sensex, Nifty break five-session losing streak

  October 07, 2024 10:06 IST

  The benchmark indices broke their five-day losing streak after the stronger-than-expected US job report that created optimism in the markets.

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  Amul ready to enter European market after US success, says MD Jayen Mehta

  October 06, 2024 19:44 IST

  Amul collects over 310 lakh litres of milk daily, with 107 dairy plants across India and over 50 products.

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  'Chot lagi? Dard hua? Aaja service centre': Ola founder, Kunal Kamra spar over service quality issue

  October 06, 2024 16:16 IST

  To the "failed comedy career" remark by Agarwal, Kunal Kamra responded by posting a video clip of one of his shows with the audience clapping and cheering and called the Ola Electric founder and CMD "arrogant and substandard".

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  LIC increases stake in Bank of Maharashtra by 2.05 per cent via QIP, shareholding at 7.1 per cent

  October 06, 2024 12:58 IST

  The LIC had a shareholding of 4.05 per cent before, which has now increased to 7.1 per cent. The latest transaction shows LIC's confidence in the potential growth of there bank.

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  SpiceJet clears four-month pending salary of employees after raising Rs 3,000 crore

  October 04, 2024 23:50 IST

  An airline spokesperson announced that within the first week of securing new funds, the airline has settled all outstanding salary and GST obligations. Additionally, it has made substantial progress by depositing ten months' worth of Provident Fund (PF) dues.

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  Swiggy introduces 10-minute food delivery service 'Bolt' in major cities: Check details here

  October 04, 2024 23:24 IST

  This service offers quick food delivery from select restaurants within a 2 km radius, focusing on dishes like burgers, beverages, breakfast items, and biryani that require minimal preparation time. Additionally, "Bolt" includes ready-to-pack options like ice cream, sweets, and snacks.

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  Car Insurance: What are consequences of allowing it to lapse and essential tips to renew it

  October 04, 2024 21:27 IST

  A car insurance lapse refers to the period when your vehicle is not protected by an active auto insurance policy. In India, letting your car insurance lapse is not just a legal violation but a financial risk that can have severe consequences.

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  PM Kisan Yojana: Rs 20,000 crore to be released to farmers tomorrow, check beneficiary status

  October 04, 2024 18:30 IST

  Launched in February 2019, the PM Kisan Yojana provides an annual financial benefit of Rs 6,000 to landholding farmers, disbursed in three equal installments.

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  India’s forex reserves hit record high of USD 704.88 billion, surging by USD 12.58 billion

  October 04, 2024 18:06 IST

  The sharp increase in forex reserves strengthens India's ability to cushion against global economic uncertainties and provides greater stability to its currency in the face of volatile international markets.

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  Salaries in India to rise 9.5 per cent by 2025 led by engineering, manufacturing sectors: Report

  October 04, 2024 13:57 IST

  India’s salaries are projected to increase by 9.5% in 2025, led by the engineering and manufacturing sectors, according to Aon’s latest salary report. Explore wage growth trends across industries, including construction, retail, and financial services.

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  Mark Zuckerberg overtakes Jeff Bezos, becomes world’s second-richest person

  October 04, 2024 12:15 IST

  Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has surpassed Amazon founder Jeff Bezos to become the second-richest person globally. Zuckerberg's net worth soared to $206.2 billion in 2024.

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  Attractive EMIs to buyback guarantees: Carmakers announce offers to woo customers this festive seaso

  October 03, 2024 23:54 IST

  Various carmakers including Maruti Suzuki, Tata, MG, Mahindra & Mahindra, Honda, and Hyundai, are offering festive offers during festivals like Navaratri, Dussehra, and Diwali.

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  GPay to offer gold-backed loans in collaboration with Muthoot Finance: Check details here

  October 03, 2024 18:46 IST

  GPay is expanding its offerings by introducing gold-backed secured loans in collaboration with Muthoot Finance. Google also notified the launch of Google Safety Engineering Center in India in 2025.

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  Housing sales surge by 5 per cent in July-September: Check which city leads demand

  October 03, 2024 18:07 IST

  Real estate consultant Knight Frank India on Thursday released its report 'India Real Estate' for the third quarter of 2024 calendar year through a webinar. As per the report, housing sales have grown across all markets except for the Delhi-NCR where sales have dipped by 7 per cent.

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  7th Pay Commission: Centre likely to announce DA hike for govt employees in cabinet meeting today

  October 03, 2024 17:55 IST

  7th Pay Commission: Reports suggest the central government is likely to announce a 3 per cent hike in dearness allowance this time for Central government employees. If the Centre makes the announcement, the DA will increase from 50 per cent to 53 per cent of the basic pay.

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  PM Modi to address third edition of Kautilya Economic Conclave today | DETAILS

  October 04, 2024 0:00 IST

  The Institute of Economic Growth, in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, will host the third edition of the Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC), from October 4 to 6 in New Delhi.

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  Adani and Google announce clean energy collaboration in India

  October 03, 2024 14:53 IST

  Adani Group and Google announce a clean energy collaboration to power India’s grid with a solar-wind hybrid project in Gujarat. The partnership advances Google's carbon-free energy goals while enhancing Adani's renewable energy footprint.