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A comprehensive guide for NRO deposits in Indian banks
Navigating the intricacies of financial instruments is essential for anyone seeking to manage their funds effectively. One such instrument that expatriates and non-resident Indians (NRIs) often encounter is the Non-Resident Ordinary (NRO) deposit in Indian banks.
24.01 / 04:57
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China's Envision Energy to manufacture wind turbines for Greenko's AM Green
Envision Energy International, and AM Green, a hydrogen and green ammonia venture wholly owned and controlled by the founders of Greenko Group, have signed an agreement to partner in the manufacture of wind turbines for AM Green’s clean energy projects in India and collaborate on green hydrogen projects. The agreement was signed during the World Economic Forum’s Annual Summit in Davos, Switzerland, the companies said on Wednesday. AM Green and Envision will harness complementary capabilities to manufacture, supply, and service wind turbines in India specific to AM Green’s wind turbine requirements. Through its customers, AM Green will look to commit to an offtake of at least 2GW of capacity per year over the next three years.
24.01 / 04:57
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Bharat Ratna award to Karpoori Thakur reflects Modi government's desperation, hypocrisy: Congress
Congress on Wednesday welcomed the decision to confer Bharat Ratna to former Bihar chief minister Karpoori Thakur and said it reflects the Narendra Modi government's desperation and hypocrisy. Thakur was a champion of social justice and conducting a nationwide caste census would be an appropriate tribute to him, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said.
24.01 / 04:57
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AI Computers to Drive Next Replacement Cycle in Indian PC Market, says Asus Executive
PCs, will fuel the next replacement cycle for the Indian PC market that has been falling since 2021, according to Taiwanese firm Asus that will launch an AI-powered consumer notebook in the country on Wednesday. “How we are looking at AI PCs is similar to how we looked at smartphones when they first arrived 10 years back,” Arnold Su, vice president, consumer and gaming PC, at Asus India, told ET. “They were different, new, and promised to make our lives easier.
24.01 / 04:45
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Sri Lankan lawmakers debate controversial internet safety bill amid protests by rights groups
Sri Lankan lawmakers have begun debating a controversial internet safety bill that has been criticized by opposition politicians, journalists and rights groups as a move by the government to stifle freedom of speech
24.01 / 04:45
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Canada is preparing for a second Trump presidency. Trudeau says Trump 'represents uncertainty'
Canada’s government is preparing for the possibility that Donald Trump could reach the White House again
24.01 / 04:45
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Maldives gives port clearance to a Chinese ship. The move could inflame a dispute with India
The Maldives government has confirmed giving clearance to a Chinese ship to dock in its port, a move which could further irk India with whom the tiny archipelago nation is involved in a diplomatic spat
24.01 / 04:23
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Delhi’s big-ticket property deals come to standstill
According to industry experts, as many as 100 such transactions are on hold. Some of the owners who especially come to India during this time of the year to sell off these rare properties, are stuck due to the delay. “There has been no formal notification from L&DO.
24.01 / 04:23
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Connecting India with Europe: World’s most ambitious trade route stalls in Mideast turmoil
The Israel-Hamas war has halted progress on what’s known as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)— a project touted last year by Washington and key allies that envisages building new rail links across the Arabian peninsula. As Houthi attacks disrupt Red Sea shipping and turmoil spreads across the region, IMEC is effectively on ice.
24.01 / 03:43
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China adds 12.44 million urban jobs in 2023,says more effort needed this year
China created 12.44 million new urban jobs last year, meeting its target, but more efforts are needed to prop up employment amid uncertain economic conditions in 2024, the country's human resources ministry told a press conference on Wednesday. China set a goal to create around 12 million urban jobs in 2023. The job creation goal for this year is expected to be unveiled at the opening of the annual parliamentary meeting in March.
24.01 / 01:37
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Houthi attacks in Red Sea raise economic concerns, global trade disrupted | Top 10 updates
Houthi militant attacks that followed the commencement of the Israel-Hamas conflict have not been stopped despite numerous rounds of retaliatory strikes by the US and its allies as well as a multinational naval operation to patrol the waters. Here are top 10 updates on Houthis-Red Sea attack 1) The United States has carried out airstrikes in Iraq targeting facilities used by "Iranian-backed militias" in the country following repeated attacks on US forces, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement on Tuesday (local time).
23.01 / 22:31
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REC to lend ₹1.2 trillion for solar panels
REC will lend up to ₹1.2 trillion for the installation of rooftop solar panels under the Pradhan Mantri Suryoday Yojana. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, the chairman and managing director (CMD) of REC, Vivek Kumar Dewangan said that the company has been designated as the programme implementation agency for the implementation of the scheme and its board of directors has approved letters of credit of about ₹15,000 crore each for eight central public sector undertakings would set up the rooftop panels across states.
23.01 / 20:05
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Don’t let this passport quirk upend your next vacation. It 'trips a lot of people up,' expert says
Passport processing times are back to normal after big delays in 2023, making it less likely travelers will miss a trip because of a stalled renewal.
23.01 / 18:36
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Cold & poor air leading to a surge in respiratory illness: Docs
respiratory illnesses such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchitis, and pneumonia are increasing amid poor air quality and severe cold conditions in many parts of the country. Even after patients recover from the acute phase, the cough seems to persist for days and weeks in many cases, doctors said. Sandeep Budhiraja, group medical director at Max Healthcare, said the Delhi-headquartered chain's hospitals are seeing an increase in the number of patients coming with various types of respiratory illnesses, viral illnesses, and flu-like symptoms.
23.01 / 18:27
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Women's political empowerment will enhance governance and boost the economy
India’s electoral landscape is set for a transformative gender shift. A gender gap in voter turnout still exists, although it has reduced considerably since the early years of Indian democracy.
23.01 / 17:56
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Germany's parliament pays tribute to Wolfgang Schaeuble with Macron giving a speech at the memorial
Germany’s parliament has paid tribute to Wolfgang Schaeuble
23.01 / 17:55
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TurboTax maker Intuit barred from advertising 'free' tax services without disclosing who's eligible
U.S. regulators have barred TurboTax maker Intuit Inc. from advertising its services as “free” unless they are free for all customers, or if eligibility is clearly disclosed
23.01 / 17:55
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GIFT City’s lenders are now banking on FDs to lure NRIs
Mint that the response to the scheme from NRIs has been overwhelmingly good. “The response from the customers is also very good and we see good traction getting built up, as customers have the flexibility of planning their short-term cash flows starting from 7 days, which is a unique feature that customers can’t get in the FCNR (B) deposits at the domestic branches," said the Federal Bank spokesperson. Earlier, most of these banks relied mainly on institutional depositors and borrowings from their parent companies for capital requirements.
23.01 / 17:28
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Northern Railways helps Maruti export Jimny cars to African countries
Maruti Suzuki India has collaborated with Delhi Rail Division of Northern Railway to transport its Jimny cars to western ports through freight trains, which will be further transhipped in vessels to African nations, an official statement said. According to the statement, Sukhvinder Singh, Divisional Railway Manager, flagged off the first freight train with 98 cars on Tuesday from Farukhnagar station in Gurugram to Pipavav Port (West Coast) in the presence of the senior officials of Maruti as well as Delhi Rail Division.
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