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Adani Group plans to set up a think tank that will aid policy thinking in three critical areas — energy transition and climate change, economics and trade, and geopolitics and strategic affairs, according to people familiar with the development, who said the unit might be kicked off as early as May. The think tank will be called Chintan Research Foundation and will be incubated with an initial funding of ₹100 crore. This move pitches the infrastructure conglomerate in direct competition with RIL-backed Observer Research Foundation or ORF, a think tank that took shape in 1990. ORF, based in New Delhi, has emerged in recent years as one of India's most high-profile thinktanks.

China need to be urgently addressed «so that the abnormality in our bilateral interactions can be put behind us.» In an interview with the digital magazine Newsweek, Modi noted that for India, the relationship with China is important and significant. «It is my belief that we need to urgently address the prolonged situation on our borders so that the abnormality in our bilateral interactions can be put behind us.» «Stable and peaceful relations between India and China are important for not just our two countries but the entire region and world. I hope and believe that through positive and constructive bilateral engagement at the diplomatic and military levels, we will be able to restore and sustain peace and tranquility in our borders.»

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The listing comes shortly after eesee’s latest mainnet launch with over 1.6 million wallets connected to its gamified digital assets trading marketplace. 

UPI users will now be able to use their wallet money to pay through any other third-party applications. So, what changes? Now if you have money in your PhonePe UPI, to access any of your online wallet, say Paytm wallet. To understand the new rule better, let's understand what the Prepaid Payment Instruments are? The Prepaid Payment Instruments or the PPI are financial tools allowing users to store value and make cashless transactions.

Adani Total Gas Limited (ATGL), and MG Motor India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the EV charging infrastructure in India. The joint collaboration to develop the charging solutions for electric vehicle (EV) and value-added services to MG's EV customers nationwide and will underpin India's rapidly evolving EV ecosystem by helping build a robust and efficient charging infrastructure.

Some companies are moving away from the idea that stand-alone, startup-style labs are the best way to drive innovation. The re-evaluation comes as big businesses feel the pressure to harness cutting-edge generative artificial intelligence for new discoveries. The best ideas come from within the business, these companies say, rather than from colleagues in detached groups who then have to get buy-in from the company.

They not only bolster home security by deterring intruders but also offer peace of mind to homeowners by allowing them to monitor and manage access to their homes remotely. With features like temporary access codes and activity logs, smart door locks empower homeowners with greater control over their property's security. As a result, investing in the best smart door locks is not just about upgrading your home's security but also embracing a more convenient and connected lifestyle.

The Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs of New Zealand, Andrew Bayly, has recommended a revamp of the country’s approach to digital asset regulation and the overall look on blockchain technology. 

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Queensland’s Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) has identified gaps in state laws that inadvertently encourage criminal use of digital assets, prompting the agency to propose a modernization of Queensland’s asset confiscation laws.

World trade is set to rebound this year and next as cooling inflation eases pressure on household budgets, according to the World Trade Organization, but the recovery may be weakened by growing distrust and fresh barriers between some large economies. Flows of goods and services across national borders have swung wildly over recent years in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent lifting of related restrictions. While trade in goods soared in 2021 and 2022 as households in lockdown were deprived of access to many services, last year saw a decline of 1.2%.

Linqto, a digital platform that enables accredited investors to invest in leading unicorns and private tech companies, is to list on the Nasdaq through a merger with a special interest acquisition company.

The US Republican Senator Thom Tillis has called for a new regulatory framework for the crypto industry, which would “create the most hospitable environment for digital assets to thrive.”

Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) on Wednesday announced a $200 million (about Rs 1,660 crore) investment in digital infrastructure player Ibus Network and Infrastructure. Ibus will be deploying the funds to scale operations in an organic way by expanding its capacities and for inorganic growth, according to a statement. The company aims to strengthen its position as a leader in in-building solutions, outdoor small cells and managed WiFi services and expand its presence in new emerging sectors like Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, it added.

Insurance broker March has launched a digital asset custody insurance product aimed at the asset servicing market.

«In addition to the benefits offered in the form of rewards or cashback, Rupay credit cards will also be enabled for UPI payments, making digital transactions more convenient for cardholders. However, linking credit cards to UPI is an added advantage and should not be the sole deciding factor for card selection. Consumers should consider the overall value-back offered in their preferred spending category before choosing a card. Linking credit cards to UPI certainly makes digital payments easier for the user; however, it could also increase the risk of overspending. Hence, cardholders must monitor their purchases regularly and spend only as much as they can afford to pay back on time,» explains Rohit Chhibbar, Head of Credit Cards Business, Paisabazaar. Also read: RuPay credit cards on UPI in HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, SBI and others: Annual fees, interest rate, key features

PhonePe on Wednesday said it has partnered with Nepal's digital wallet service eSewa and the Hotel Association of Nepal (HAN) Pokhara to promote digital payments through UPI on the Himalayan country's payment processor Fonepay Network. The partnership is a part of the Fewa New Year Festival which will be held from April 11-14 in Nepal. Over 3,000 merchants will participate in the festival with more than 1,00,000 visitors expected to visit.

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Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has revealed details of his government’s plan to stimulate the economy by giving digital cash handouts of 10,000 baht ($275) to an estimated qualifying 50 million Thais for spending at their local businesses

James Randolph is a pretty chill flier. Unless you ask him to switch seats. “99% of the time I’m going to say no,’’ the 35-year-old digital marketing director from Florida says.