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World Cup 2023 final and the former cricketer has now told the BCCI that he does not want to continue in the key position. A former cricketing legend is set to be replaced by another renowned Indian cricketer in the form of VVS Laxman, according to the TOI report.

Rescue operations to evacuate 41 workers trapped in Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel resumed on Thursday morning after an overnight hurdle delayed the drilling by several hours. Former advisor to the prime minister's office Bhaskar Khulbe, who was at the site, said an iron mesh which had come in the path of the drilling machine that is creating an escape path for the workers was removed in the morning. This held up the drilling through the 57-metre stretch of the rubble of the collapsed section of the tunnel by six hours, dampening somewhat the previous evening's enthusiasm over an imminent rescue.

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About a month-and-a-half after the Israel-Hamas war started, there is at last hope of the bloodshed ending, even if only for a bit. Israel has agreed to pause its military action in Gaza for four days in exchange for the release in batches of 50 hostages held by Hamas. For every additional 10 released, Israel has promised to extend the pause by a day.

RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das Wednesday expanded the scope of his oft-repeated ‘Arjuna’ analogy to communicate that Mint Road considers not only inflation but also other factors as policy influencers while emphasising that he was not providing guidance about future actions. Following rapid increases in the policy repo rate by a cumulative 250 basis points from May 2022 to February 2023 to cool inflation, the RBI has held rates steady since. One basis point is a hundredth of a percentage point. “I’m not giving any forward guidance or indication so far as the next monetary policy is concerned, which is coming up on December 8.

BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) — Argentina's libertarian President-elect Javier Milei is sticking by his plans for economic «shock» therapy to fix the country's myriad crises from triple-digit inflation to rising poverty and a dearth of foreign currency reserves.

UK’s economic growth forecasts had been downgraded, a blow for Rishi Sunak’s government going into an expected general election next year. The economy is due to grow 0.7% in 2024 and 1.4% in 2025, Hunt said in the House of Commons on Wednesday as he delivered his Autumn Statement, citing forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility. The OBR had previously forecast 1.8% growth for 2024 and 2.5% for 2025.

Euler Network's is reportedly poised to redefine the market, standing tall alongside stalwarts like Bitcoin in the coin market. Euler Network, paying homage to the mathematical luminary Leonhard Euler, is not just another contender in the crypto arena; it represents a groundbreaking exploration into the future of digital currencies. Taking inspiration from the success of Pi Network, Euler Network aims not only to replicate but to evolve and enhance, carving a niche in crypto history with unprecedented speed and audacity.

With CEO Nilesh Satpute at the helm and a 400-plus employee strength, ACC has a strong track record of innovation and success in the technology services market. Securing coveted titles of ‘Best BFSI Industry Consulting Partner’ conferred by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and recognition as the ‘Best Application Modernisation Platform for Banking and Insurance Companies,’ the company has worked to solidify its position as a trusted industry leader in cloud services and technology solutions.

The mortgage cliff that will see more than two million home loans up for renewal over the next two years appeared to weigh heavily in the federal government’s fall economic update.

Pope Francis on Wednesday met separately with Israeli relatives of hostages held by Hamas and Palestinians with family in Gaza and said the conflict had gone beyond war to become "terrorism". Speaking in unscripted remarks at his Wednesday general audience in St. Peter's Square shortly after the early morning meetings in his residence, Francis said he heard directly how «both sides are suffering» in the conflict. «This is what wars do.

WhatsApp is rolling out a new update that allows iOS users to link their email addresses to their accounts, in a bid to enhance user experience and security This update, named version 23.24.70, is designed to provide an additional method of access beyond the traditional phone number login. The move is seen as a response to challenges faced by users in areas with poor cellular network coverage. Users can now link their email addresses to receive verification codes, a helpful alternative when facing difficulties in receiving SMS codes due to network issues or technical glitches. It's important to note that these email addresses will remain private, unseen by contacts, and serve solely as a means for WhatsApp to send authentication codes. This feature is particularly valuable for those in low cellular network zones or frequent travellers.

Kyle Sandilands and Jackie Henderson have officially signed a 10-year extension to their contract with ASX-listed media company ARN Media, in a deal that gives them a percentage of extra revenue and millions of shares as a bonus.

Brett Blundy, the billionaire chairman of Lovisa, says he will not buckle to investor concerns over excessive remuneration, after shareholders voted against the jewellery chain’s pay report for a third year running.

steel pipes have been inserted up to 39 metres through the rubble, with another 14 metres to go before the rescuers reach the trapped labourers. Once the drilling is complete, the passage will be used to evacuate the labourers from the tunnel. «We have pushed in the pipes up to 39 metres by now.

support a plan that calls for the release of 50 women and children taken captive by Palestinian Hamas militants in exchange for a five-day ceasefire in hostilities, according to the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated unequivocally that when the truce ends, the onslaught on Hamas will restart. Both parties evaluate the possible advantages of a respite in hostilities, and this delicate balance is in jeopardy.

Sensex closed 275.62 points higher at 65,930.77, while the Nifty 50 gained 89.40 points, or 0.45%, to settle at 19,783.40. Nifty 50 formed a small positive candle on the daily chart with upper shadow and with gap up opening. The opening upside gap remains unfilled.

Bitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, has been demonstrating robust performance, maintaining a strong position above the $37,000 threshold. This bullish trend contributes significantly to the global cryptocurrency market cap, which has recently seen a 0.52% increase, soaring to $1.42 trillion.

Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world's biggest beer company, said stable business environment and strong economic growth have helped India move up the ranks in terms of investment priorities but the country needs to lower taxes on beer to spur demand. «There has been a very stable business environment and good investment climate in India and we have seen solid GDP growth numbers. So, of course, it encouraged India to move up the ranks in terms of investment priorities.

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