Sanjay Kumar Satapathy, Vice-Chancellor of Maa Manikeshwari University, Bhawanipatna, passed away at 63 due to cancer. An alumnus of Ravenshaw College, he started his career in 1984 and retired from Ravenshaw University in 2021. He authored numerous academic books, guided PhD scholars, and pioneered many initiatives at the university.
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi announced that strict action will be taken against the WCD Department for issuing a public notice against the AAP's Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana. The WCD Department stated that the scheme was not officially notified, cautioning citizens against sharing personal information. WCD termed any form collection for the scheme as fraudulent.
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Arvind Kejriwal claims BJP is attempting to arrest Delhi CM Aitishi in a fake case concerning free bus rides for women. He says this is to divert AAP from their poll campaign. Kejriwal accuses BJP of not working in Delhi and seeking votes by criticising him. AAP highlights their schemes for women and senior citizens.
Sanjay Raut called late BJP leader Atal Bihari Vajpayee the 'second Nehru' of Indian politics. Raut appreciated Vajpayee's inclusive approach and stated that the country will remember him whenever 'raj dharma' is at risk. The Shiv Sena (UBT) is preparing for upcoming local elections, aligned with the Maha Vikas Aghadi.
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Shares declined in Tokyo and Shanghai while oil prices increased. The US stock market remained strong with gains in Big Tech stocks. American Airlines and US Steel rose, while NeueHealth surged after a buyout agreement. The S&P 500 is up 26.6 per cent this year, close to its all-time high.
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Sheikh Hasina’s son, Sajeeb Wazed, labels the allegations of corruption linked to the $12.65 billion Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant contract as baseless and politically motivated. The Bangladesh Anti-Corruption Commission has launched an inquiry into financial irregularities involving Hasina and her relatives. Wazed denies involvement, citing no offshore accounts or illicit dealings.
India is set to maintain robust FDI inflows in 2025, bolstered by investor-friendly policies, infrastructure development, and targeted sectoral reforms. With a focus on boosting manufacturing and easing regulatory processes, the government continues to attract substantial foreign investment, surpassing USD one trillion in cumulative FDI inflows since April 2000.
Arindam Mandal of Marcellus suggests Nasdaq could see higher EPS growth than Nifty50 in 2025, emphasizing quality stocks outside Big Tech. He advises Indian investors to diversify with 15-30% in international markets, focusing on themes like Technological Disruption, Industrial Revival, and Aging Demographics.
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India's insurance penetration dipped to 3.7% in FY24. Life insurance penetration declined to 2.8%, while non-life insurance remained at 1%. Global insurance penetration rose to 7% in 2023. Life insurance premium income grew 6.1%, led by the private sector. Non-life insurance saw a 12.8% increase, driven by health and motor insurance.