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Mint Kolkata
Disparity in gold import numbers resolved, say officials
The government has found and resolved data discrepancies over gold imports, reducing the trade deficit in November from the previous $37.8 billion to about $32.8 billion, people familiar with the matter said on condition of anonymity.
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January 10, 2025
Mint Kolkata
E-way bill generation rebounds, signalling supply chain revival
The issuance of electronic permits, or e-way bills, required for shipping goods within and across states—a key indicator of economic activity—rebounded in December to 112 million, up from a five-month low of 101.8 million in November, according to GSTN, the platform that processes Goods and Services Tax (GST) returns.
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January 10, 2025
Mint Kolkata
Inflation Likely to Have Eased to 5.3% in Dec: Mint Poll
India's retail inflation likely moderated to a four-month low of 5.3% in December, down from 5.5% in November, driven by the seasonal decline in food prices, according to the median estimate of 25 economists in a Mint poll.
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January 10, 2025
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Maha Kumbh: A feast for digi-fraudsters
Two weeks ago, the police booked four men operating fraudulent accommodation booking websites
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January 10, 2025
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Fertilizer subsidy likely to stay at current level in FY26
Govt may stick to the allocation, as subsidy utilization in FY25 has followed anticipated trend
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January 10, 2025
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How Bhansali Elevates The First Encounter
An excerpt from a new book on the Hindi director considers the importance of first sightings in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's cinema
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January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
The Treasures of Nimrud Pieced Together Again
Archaeologists Have Been Reassembling Bas-Reliefs, Sculptures and Decorated Slabs
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January 09, 2025
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From arrack to wine, a bar crawl across Sri Lanka
Cocktail bars in the island nation are drawing on local traditions and flavours to give a heady twist to familiar spirits
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January 09, 2025
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Only human-centred AI can charm humans to adopt it
The AI industry could learn from carmakers how to focus on the consumer and modify perceptions
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January 09, 2025
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How emerging economies could prosper in a protectionist world
As manufacturing export success gets harder, they should focus on service exports. These are unlikely to face big trade barriers
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January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
The Asian Dream Is Waking Up To Realities Of Middle-Class Life
Asians are realizing that staying middle-class is not guaranteed
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January 09, 2025
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Fix India's bond market to lift economic growth
As India's economy slows, we should revive public-private partnerships to attract private investment. But, for debt funding, we'll need to reform and invigorate our market for bonds
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January 09, 2025
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Lessons from the 75-year-old National Sample Survey
Its impressive history tells us much about innovation, autonomy and state-level data collection
3 min |
January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
We should let clarity prevail over nonsense: Here's a handy guide
We must use simple language, empathize with people, not take ourselves too seriously and be kind
4 min |
January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
Clear Goals and Discipline: How Small Investors Can Build Lasting Wealth
There is no one-size-fits-all, the answer will depend on your needs, personal preferences
3 min |
January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
How do I ensure my daughters get assets only at 25?
I am 50, a Hindu widower with two (5 and 7 years old) daughters. I want to draft a will bequeathing my assets and to them equally.
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January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
When astrologers fail to predict their own future
JUST ENTERTAINMENT?
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January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
UPI: Transforming merchant payments for global visitors
Say goodbye to forex cards as UPI One World makes cashless travel seamless for travellers
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January 09, 2025
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'Cashiers, ticket clerks jobs will fall'
Farm workers and drivers will figure among the fastest growing jobs over the next five years, while roles of cashiers and ticket clerks will see the largest decline, a new study showed on Wednesday.
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January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
V. Narayanan named as Isro head
India appointed rocket scientist V. Narayanan as the new head of the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro), the government said on Tuesday, a key role as India works to become a space superpower.
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January 09, 2025
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ADIA pours ₹6.3k cr into GMR Group
GMR Group has received ₹6,300 crore investment from Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and the funds will help in reducing the debt of promoter group entity GMR Enterprises Pvt. Ltd (GEPL).
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January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
Jammu-Srinagar train may start soon
The first train connecting Jammu to Srinagar may begin its commercial run later this month, marking the completion of an over two-decade-old project that would link the Kashmir valley with the rest of the country by a direct railway line.
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January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
M&M looks to scale up auto biz globally
Having consolidated its position in the domestic market, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is now looking at ways to expand its presence across international markets, as per a top company executive.
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January 09, 2025
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RBI Lifts Asirvad, DMI Finance's Ban
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday lifted the business restrictions placed on Chennai-based Asirvad Micro Finance and New Delhi-based DMI Finance with immediate effect.
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January 09, 2025
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The Billionaire Mining Magnate Who Bet Coal Had a Future, and Won Big
Coal's resurgence as a reliable energy source propelled Low Tuck Kwong to a spot on Forbes's 100 richest people
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January 09, 2025
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Centre eyes recovery of tax arrears amounting to ₹46.57 tn
To put the numbers in perspective, the total outstanding is around 14% of India's GDP
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January 09, 2025
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Xi Jinping Muzzles Chinese Economist Who Dared to Doubt GDP Numbers
Gao Shanwen questioned Beijing's ability to boost its economy as threats loom from a property meltdown, burgeoning debt and other challenges
5 min |
January 09, 2025
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ONGC chooses BP to boost Mumbai High's production
The field currently produces around 1,32,265 barrels of oil and around 13 billion cubic metres of gas per day
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January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
Strong Board Can Enforce Digital Privacy Laws: Experts
DPBI Needs Skilled Technical and Legal Professionals, as Well as Institutional Independence
2 min |
January 09, 2025
Mint Kolkata
India Inc sharpens focus on core segments through exits, demergers
Indian companies are sharpening their focus on core segments by exiting non-core businesses and demerging into multiple entities to unlock shareholder value and improve operational efficiency.
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