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Meet Ashwin Ramaswami: Gen Z Indian democrat targeting GOP stronghold

Born in 1997 to Indian parents, Ashwin Ramaswami left his job as an election cybersecurity expert to challenge MAGA politician Shawn Still

Blacklists to bans: Why countries think Chinese firms are a security risk

Nations are increasingly imposing restrictions on Chinese companies like DJI, Hesai, and TikTok due to perceived threats related to privacy, security, and trade competition

Kartarpur corridor pact renewed: What is it and what's behind the timing?

India and Pakistan have extended agreement on Sri Kartarpur Sahib Corridor for another five years, amid some initial signs of a thaw in relations

TFR in South India explained: Why are they worried about population growth?

Concerns over delimitation of Lok Sabha seats and a fall in fertility rates in South India have states revisiting family planning schemes

What are investors betting on? MF flows into consumption funds at 4-yr high

Sharp slowdown in Manufacturing, Infra & PSU fund flows, said Elara Securities in a note.

New rules allow early retirement for central government employees under NPS

Employees with at least 20 years of regular service can now opt for voluntary retirement.

MF trends: Sectoral most in demand, hybrid funds' AUM touches Rs 10 trillion

Despite market volatility, hybrid funds continue to attract investors looking for balanced risk and return profiles.

Explained: How auction differs from administrative allocation of spectrum

The government has chosen to allocate satellite communication spectrum through administrative means, rejecting the auction route supported by Indian billionaires Mukesh Ambani and Sunil Bharti Mittal

Debt funds lose Rs 1.13 lakh cr in Sept 2024: What should investors do?

Corporate bond funds experienced maximum inflows to the tune of Rs 5,039.07, followed by Gilt funds, Long duration funds and Short Duration funds in September 2024.

India-Canada tensions lead to diplomatic expulsions: What is happening?

Canada accused India of supporting violent crime linked to the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Nijjar, resulting in a fresh standoff that has led to mutual expulsions of top diplomats

Who was Hardeep Nijjar - man at the centre of India-Canada diplomatic storm

India-Canada relations hit a new low on Monday as India recalled top diplomats following Canada's allegations linking them to Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder

Decoded: WhatsApp 2021 privacy policy is back to haunt Meta over CCI probe

A probe into the matter has concluded that WhatsApp and Meta violated competition law by abusing their dominant position in the market

US considers breaking up Google over online search monopoly: What it means

The US antitrust body has acknowledged Google's decade long domination on popular distribution channels, due to which its rivals have little-to-no incentive to compete

As RBI takes a 'neutral' stance, what do its monetary policy stances mean?

The Reserve Bank of India, in its 51st Monetary Policy meeting, announced a shift of stance from withdrawal of accommodation to 'neutral', signalling an upcoming interest rate change

No one can arrest you through video calls: Digital arrest fraud on the rise

An employee of the Department of Atomic Energy was the victim of a digital arrest scam, losing Rs. 71 lakh to fraudsters

MF trends decoded: More than 50% of new investors from smaller cities

While smaller cities contribute a significant number of new investors, their overall AUM remains lower compared to larger urban centers.

Delhi's biggest drug bust: Drug trafficking in India, past seizures decoded

Biggest drug bust in Delhi uncovers more than 500 kilograms of cocaine worth over Rs 5,000 crore, four arrested. Here's how Delhi's special cell police laid its trap

Why is Bihar unable to solve its annual flooding crisis affecting millions?

Millions of people in the state face annual displacement and are forced into makeshift shelters, relying on food dropped by air, and are at heightened risk of water-borne diseases because of floods

Explained: New rules for same-day stock settlement and impact on investors

The number of stocks eligible for T+0 settlement has been expanded from 25 to the top 500 stocks by market capitalization.

Why climate activist Sonam Wangchuk led a foot march from Leh to Delhi

Leh to Delhi foot march explained: Who is Sonam Wangchuk and what is the aim of his month-long foot march to Delhi