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Ministry of Jal Shakti on Saturday launched the 'Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain-2024' to optimise rainwater harvesting and other sustainable water management practices. Speaking at the launch of the campaign here in the national capital, Minister for Jal Shakti Gajendra Singh Shekhawat emphasised the pivotal role of women in water management, conservation, and sustainability. The event themed 'Nari Shakti se Jal Shakti', which marked the fifth edition of the Jal Shakti Abhiyan, was held at the New Delhi Municipal Council Convention Centre. Under 'Nari Shakti se Jal Shakti', the campaign seeks to establish a strong connection between women empowerment and the sustainable management of water resources, Shekhawat said. Key highlights of the event include the screening of a documentary titled 'Jal Shakti Abhiyan 2019 to 2023'- a public-led movement marching towards water security' and unveiling of two books — 'Jal Shakti Abhiyan: 2019 to 2023' and '101 Water Champions of Jal Jeevan Mission' and talks by 'Women Water Warriors'.

In 2019, the Fed cut interest rates and restarted QE despite a healthy economy. Today, inflation is higher than the Fed’s target, economic growth is above historical trends, and financial markets display complacency and exuberance.

Frequently, the focus is on discussing the wealthiest men globally, yet it’s worth considering the presence of affluent women among us. One might assert that their number is limited, prompting us to emphasize the importance of women being equally adept at managing finances as men. This could stem from women potentially repeating financial errors or making imprudent decisions due to hesitancy in sharing money-related matters with peers.

For this women’s day, we wanted to highlight the different aspects of a woman’s financial life. We talked to a few female mutual fund distributors (MFDs), and SEBI registered investment advisors to share their experience handling women investors.

women in India aspire to start their own business, reflecting a strong desire for financial independence and self-reliance. This was shared as part of a report titled PayNearby Women Financial Index (PWFI) showcasing financial consumption by women at retail stores. The survey was conducted by the company among over 5,000 retail stores in the country recording financial transactions of women consumers in those outlets.

RJD Chief Lalu Prasad's 'Parivarvaad' jibe on PM Modi, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said he has «never been in favour of such slogans», allowing the PM to score a goal". RJD and the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference are partners in the opposition INDIA bloc, formed to take on the BJP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. «I have never been in favour of such slogans and we have never benefited from them. Whenever we use such slogans, it harms us,» he said.

U.S. embassy in Russia has warned U.S. citizens to avoid large gatherings in Moscow due to what it said were reports that extremists had imminent plans for an attack. The embassy, which has repeatedly urged all U.S. citizens to leave Russia immediately, gave no further details about the nature of the threat, but said people should avoid crowds and be aware of their surroundings.

«Women need to financially empower themselves through financial independence, literacy and planning. Wealth is not solely measured by what you earn but also by what you do with those earnings — prudently planning your savings and creating a portfolio of assets — financial and physical. To achieve true financial empowerment, I encourage women to invest in learning and understanding the nuances of personal finance and eventually take informed decisions that align with their goals and aspirations. Holistic financial independence is not merely about earning or delegating decisions to others; it's about being actively involved and knowledgeable about your investments in depth. By doing so, you not only gain a sense of accomplishment but also set the stage for a secure and empowered future.” Pursue Financial Literacy: Neha Sampat. Founder, Contentstack “Growing up in the U.S., I was for

Dolly Sohi, renowned for her roles in television series such as «Jhanak» and «Bhabhi,» passed away on Friday morning at a hospital in Navi Mumbai after battling cervical cancer. Tragically, her younger sister Amandeep Sohi, also an actress, had succumbed to jaundice just hours before. Dolly, aged 48, had been diagnosed with cervical cancer approximately six months ago and had been undergoing treatment. Manpreet, the siblings' brother, confirmed Dolly's passing, stating that she breathed her last around 4:00 am, Dolly's sister Amandeep, known for her role in the TV series "Badtameez Dil," had passed away the previous night due to jaundice at DY Patil Hospital. Regarding a recent controversy involving Poonam Pandey's fake death stunt aimed at raising awareness about cervical cancer, Dolly had criticized Pandey's insensitivity on a television show, emphasizing the emotional impact such stunts can have on those affected by the disease. «This is a very sensitive topic. This is a very sensitive for a person dealing with it. How can you be so insensitive just to get little publicity. Don't play with other's emotions,» Dolly said.

life insurance ownership, with 79% now holding life insurance plans. According to the survey, financial protection levels among urban Indian women have achieved a milestone by surpassing the 40-point mark for the first time. This marks an increase from 33 to 41 points over the past six years.

Dolly Sohi, known for her roles in various TV shows including the popular series 'Jhanak,' has passed away after a prolonged battle with cervical cancer. The news of her demise comes just a day after the untimely death of her sister Amandeep Sohi, further plunging their family into grief.

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that within the span of one month and without any investment summit Assam has secured Rs 80,000 Crore investment. Sarma stated in X, “Today, within a span of 1 month, without any investment summit, Assam has secured about 80,000 cr of investment. This has only been possible due to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri@narendramodiji’s relentless focus on Assam”. Prime minister Narendra Modi will come on a two-day visit to Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. In Assam Prime minister will lay the foundation stone or inaugurated a project worth Rs 18,000 Crore in Assam.

Minnesota's top cannabis regulator says the state probably won’t meet its goal of launching full-scale retail marijuana sales in the first quarter of 2025

Kuldeep Yadav. He has a spring in his steps, he bounds into the crease and puts his entire body into delivering the ball. From there on, it’s like he has the ball on a string. It goes above the batman’s eyeline and then dips, dropping like a bird of prey that has its catch in sight. On the first day of the fifth and final India-England Test at Dharamsala, Kuldeep hit his straps and he was irresistible. Once again, England had got off to a bright start, getting to 137 for 2 at a fast clip. Zak Crawley, who was careful against the quick bowlers in an initial probing spell, settled in against the spinners, using his long reach to good effect. Kuldeep then produced a bit of magic, drawing the batsman forward and getting the ball to break sharply to defeat the bat and crash into the stumps. Crawley had made 79 of England’s runs at the time.

MUMBAI : Mumbai: Gaming firm Nazara Technologies seeks to acquire Smaaash Entertainment Pvt. Ltd through the insolvency and bankruptcy process, two people aware of the matter said. As part of the corporate insolvency resolution process, Nazara will submit its resolution plan by 9 March to revive the bankrupt firm.

MintGenie, Haralalka said that in many households, even when women earn they end up prioritising family expenses and not their well-being. A deep social conditioning that puts finance in the male domain starts as the first barrier. Our patriarchal society ensures that most assets are controlled by men – though they may be in the woman’s name due to tax purposes – and therefore men often make the formal financial decisions.

women in India aspire to start their own business, reflecting a strong desire for financial independence and self-reliance, according to a report from PayNearby, a branchless banking and digital network, The report «PayNearby Women Financial Index (PWFI)»is based on a survey among over 5,000 retail stores in the country recording financial transactions of women consumers as observed in those outlets. It highlights the preference for biometric authentication, with over 95% of female customers opting for Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS) for cash withdrawal. While cash remains the favoured mode of transaction, with 48% of women favoring it, Aadhaar-led transactions and UPI QR codes are gaining momentum in double digits.

To boost its operational capabilities within the strategically important Lakshadweep islands, the Indian Navy on Wednesday commissioned its new base “INS Jatayu” at Minicoy Island.

NEW DELHI : The legal vetting for a proposed free trade agreement (FTA) between India and Oman is nearly complete, with the deal likely to be signed in either the coming days or after the general election, two people aware of the matter said. "The government hopes to sign the pact before the announcement of dates for general elections, and in case it cannot be signed before the announcement, the government may nevertheless seek permission from the election commission to announce it as the FTA is in the interest of economy," said the first person mentioned above, who spoke under the condition of anonymity.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently released a set of frequently asked questions to help depositors in claiming unclaimed deposits through the UDGAM portal (Unclaimed Deposits Gateway To Access Information). Udgam is a portal developed by RBI. These are some of the frequently answered questions:

To correct mistakes: It is not uncommon to spot mistakes on credit reports. So, regularly checking your credit score allows you to spot any errors, such as inaccuracies in personal information or incorrect reporting of accounts or payments. Correcting these errors promptly can prevent from negatively affecting your creditworthiness.