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Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Credit consciousness among non-metro borrows picks up pace, says report

Borrowers in non-metro regions, including rural, semi-urban, and urban areas, are becoming more credit-conscious than their metro counterparts. Credit monitoring among these areas has surged by 57% in 2023-24, according to TransUnion CIBIL. Young borrowers, particularly Gen Z and Millennials, are leading this trend. States like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal show significant growth.

Err.ee (en) 

Breeder forced to pay €10,000 to new owner of sick puppy

A Labrador Retriever breeder had not taken a puppy to the vet before selling it. An undiagnosed illness led the new owner and the seller to court, which, after a four-year legal battle, ordered the breeder to pay for the dog's medical bills and reimburse the owner's legal fees.

The Wall Street Journal 

Birkenstock Hits Its Stride After Stumbling Earlier in the Year

Birkenstock reported rising sales and profit for its third quarter and backed its higher targets for the year, suggesting the German footwear firm is picking up momentum after some teething problems in its first year since going public.

«The Rio Times» 

BHP and Baowu Sound Alarm on China’s Steel Slowdown

China’s once-booming steel industry now faces significant challenges. BHP Group Ltd. and China Baowu Group Ltd., industry leaders, highlight declining demand as a primary concern. This downturn signals an end to decades of robust growth, now replaced by falling steel prices and a shift in demand from construction to machinery due to the real estate […]

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

UNESCO General Assembly to be held outside Paris for first time since mid-1980s

The historic city of Samarkand in Uzbekistan will host the UNESCO General Assembly in 2025, marking the first time since 1985 that this key event is held outside of Paris. This move emphasises the importance of global cultural and historical heritage preservation, recognizing Samarkand's role in world civilization.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Zomato gets Rs 4.59 crore tax demand notices

The company said it plans to appeal against the demand orders passed by the Assistant Commissioner of GST and Central Excise, Nungambakkam Division, Tamil Nadu and Assistant Commissioner of Revenue, Government of West Bengal.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

73% of employers in India hired actively in June quarter: Survey

In the first quarter of FY25, 73% of employers in India actively hired, a 7% increase from the previous quarter, according to the Indeed Hiring Tracker. The focus was on sales and marketing roles, which comprised 30% and 23% of new hires, respectively. The demand for IT roles remains strong, with data analysts, data engineers, and data scientists in high demand due to ongoing digital transformation.

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

Sidharth shares fun throwback video with Fawad Khan playing cricket

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 29 (ANI): On National Sports Day, actor Sidharth Malhotra reminisced about his love for sports especially cricket and how it has constant source of strength throughout his journey. Taking to Instagram, Sidharth treated fans with throwback pictures and videos of him playing cricket. In the pictures, Sidharth can be seen batting in the backdrop of beautiful mountains. Sidharth also poste

BigNewsNetwork.com 

India offers to undertake USD 50,000 worth Quick Impact Project in each of 14 Pacific Island countries

Tonga [Oceania], August 29 (ANI): Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita who is on a visit to Tonga has emphasised India's strong commitment to partnering with the Pacific Islands countries to address the challenges and aspirations of the Pacific community. "As part of our continuous solidarity with our Pacific Partner Countries and the Pacific Islands Forum, I am pleased to announce that Governme

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

West Indies seamer Shannon Gabriel calls time on 11-year international career

New Delhi [India], August 29 (ANI): West Indies seamer Shannon Gabriel has announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday, effective immediately. The 36-year-old calls it quits with 86 international appearances for the West Indies, with more than half of those coming in the Test arena where he made a name for himself as a fearsome fast bowler, as per the ICC. Gabriel made his Test debut against England at