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New Delhi: The government has dropped its plan to amend the bankruptcy law to introduce a special regime for real estate developers, letting creditors instead decide whether individual projects of a distressed developer should be sold piecemeal or as a whole. Last month, the bankruptcy rule maker granted creditors such flexibility, and the government wants to first see how this works, two persons informed about the development said.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics will likely issue another strong jobs report Friday, but one that shows hiring in February was concentrated in just a few sectors and masked a broader cooling in the labor market, according to Bloomberg Economics.

Less than a year after entering the scene, national RIA firm Modern Wealth Management has made a significant stride as it expands into a new regional market. The RIA announced its acquisition of Beltz Ianni & Associates, a Rochester, New York-based firm specializing in corporate retirement planning and individual wealth management.

Sudha Murty, who was on Friday nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the President, holds a 0.83 per cent stake in IT bellwether Infosys which at current prices is worth close to Rs 5,600 crore. The 73-year-old philanthropist is the wife of Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy. She is the chairperson of the Murty Trust and has authored several books.

Still looking for an amazing deal on a cruise? Four years after Covid-19 shut the industry down, a brief golden age of uncrowded decks and deep discounts has come to an end. With ships sailing at capacity and prime cabins selling out quickly, grabbing an offer as the industry’s traditional “wave season" winds down this month might be wise. Investors are in more luck than travelers: Even though the lowest prices are off the table, bargains remain available in the shares of cruise lines—especially for those not put off by a bit of choppiness.

Sudha Murty has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on March 8 via social media platform X. PM Modi expressed his delight at Murty's nomination to the Upper House, emphasising the significant role it plays in showcasing 'Nari Shakti' or Women Power. Sudha Murty's nomination, disclosed by Prime Minister Modi, coincides with the celebration of International Women's Day.

author Sudha Murty was nominated to the Rajya Sabha on Friday. In a post on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that her presence in the Upper House is a powerful testament to "Nari Shakti" (women's power), exemplifying the strength and potential of women in shaping the nation's destiny. Wishing her a fruitful tenure, he said, "I am delighted that the President of India has nominated Sudha Murty Ji to the Rajya Sabha.

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.

Russia-based agents involved in the human trafficking network that pushed Indians into the Ukraine war zone are under the CBI scanner, officials said on Friday. The agents allegedly confiscated the passports of Indians arriving in Russia and forced them to fight with the armed forces, officials said. The network was busted by the CBI on Thursday. Christina and Moinuddin Chippa, a resident of Rajasthan, are based in Russia and were facilitating the trafficking of Indian youth to Russia by offering them lucrative job opportunities there, officials said. The central probe agency's FIR has listed 17 other Visa consultancy companies, their owners and agents spread across India, they said.

Infosys Foundation Sudha Murty (73) has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the President of India Droupadi Murmu. The development was confirmed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on microblogging website X (formerly Twitter). “I am delighted that the President of India has nominated @SmtSudhaMurty Ji to the Rajya Sabha. Sudha Ji's contributions to diverse fields including social work, philanthropy and education have been immense and inspiring. Her presence in the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testament to our 'Nari Shakti', exemplifying the strength and potential of women in shaping our nation's destiny. Wishing her a fruitful Parliamentary tenure,” Modi wrote in the post.

Sini Shetty, the reigning Femina Miss India World 2022, is poised to dazzle the world as she represents India at the 71st Miss World pageant, which returns to India after 28 years. So far, with her intelligence and charm, as well as her performances in the Top Model and Talent rounds, she has earned a spot in the Top 14, solidifying her status as a frontrunner in the competition. Shetty — who has a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance — recently spoke to India’s leading business channel ETNOW, for its programme ETNOW Hangouts. Excerpts from the interview: You’ve spoken about how you’ve been through different facets of your life — being an accounting student and preparing for your Certified Financial Analysis (CFA) to become a financial analyst. How do you like to invest your money? Let me tell you how I got into accountancy.

Sudha Murty, the 73-year-old philanthropist and former Chairperson of Infosys Foundation, has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the President of India. «I am delighted that the President of India has nominated Sudha Murty ji to the Rajya Sabha. Sudha Ji's contributions to diverse fields including social work, philanthropy and education have been immense and inspiring. Her presence in the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testament to our 'Nari Shakti', exemplifying the strength and potential of women in shaping our nation's destiny. Wishing her a fruitful Parliamentary tenure,» said PM Modi on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Under the Bridge' investigates the story of a girl who has been bullied, teased about her weight, and kidnapped one day. She is brought to the Craigflower Bridge in Saanich, British Columbia and beaten to death. Her body was found eight days later, and seven girls and one boy were accused of the crime. Adapted from Canadian novelist and journalist Rebecca Godfrey's book of the same name, 'Under the Bridge' takes the viewers to the 1970s and explores the world of crime, the treatment meted out to girls, the societal attitude, and the law-enforcing agencies. The series presents the perspective of Godfrey (Riley Keough) and the lead detective (Lily Gladstone).

International Women's Day (IWD) is celebrated globally today, it's important to recognize and honour the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. This day serves as a reminder to appreciate the contributions of women in all aspects of life. If you find yourself in need of a last-minute gift for the women in your life, there are plenty of thoughtful options to consider.

In May 1988, Alejandra Arévalo became the first female geologist to enter an underground mine in Chile. In doing so, she defied a popular myth: that a woman brings bad luck by venturing into a mine. She also broke the law.

DC Extended Universe (DCEU) is undergoing a transformation under James Gunn's direction, with the upcoming Superman film marking the beginning of a new era. As anticipation builds for this highly awaited project, fans are eager to learn more about its release date, cast, and plot. Release Date

Cordelia Cruises, said Cordelia has a 100% sold out status for this Mahashivratri long weekend as well as for a cruise starting on Holi. Close to 4,000 guests will be on board for both the cruises. “How Indians used to cruise has changed post the Covid-19 pandemic,” Bailom said. “One of our key strategies has been to ensure we cater to weekend travellers who would like to holiday without taking too much time off work,” he added. The long weekends business has turned out to be a money spinner for hotels and travel companies post the pandemic, and most key properties in the north and west are sold out for the long weekends this month. Some are available at very steep rates.

₹1,443, LKP sees an upside of 22 per cent on HDFC Bank stock at a revised target price of ₹1,762 for the next 12 months. According to the brokerage, HDFC Bank is expected to overcome the merger overhangs gradually led by:- A healthy balance sheet growth-Much higher provision then regulatory requirement in the balance sheet-Best in class underwriting and risk management practices. Also Read: HDFC Bank raises its MCLR, base rate, prime lending rate.

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Wealth tech provider Advyzon is looking to kick-start its next chapter of growth as it welcomes two prominent names in the industry to its leadership team.