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Gifted money does not impact your CIBIL score in a direct way. But it can, and does, affect the score positively in the following scenarios: you invest the gifted money into a scheme and improve your financial situation, use the gift received in cash to retire a debt, or use the same to give the down payment for buying an asset such as property or car. 

PTI. Speaking on the incident, police said that the mother threw her child into a waste canal that is directly connected to the crocodile-infested Kali River after the couple argued on Saturday night about the same matter.

MUMBAI : IndusInd International Holdings Ltd (IIHL), promoter of IndusInd Bank, said it is likely to receive the Reserve Bank of India's final approval to increase its stake in the private-sector lender over the next two weeks. Ashok Hinduja, chairman, IIHL, said that the promoter will not look at raising its stake from the existing 16.4% to 26% immediately in one go, as it would involve infusing capital worth $1 billion. "15% to 26% stake increase, there is a policy of the regulator (RBI).

Secularism means respect for all religions and it does not mean that you deny your own religion or are somehow not proud of your culture and heritage, said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday, clarifying what he means by the concept. His remarks came during an interactive session in Odisha's Cuttack while campaigning for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) amid Lok Sabha elections. On being asked how secularism can be incorporated in the country's foreign policy, EAM Jaishankar explained, «Now first of all let us be very clear what we mean by secularism. Secularism means respect for all religions. Secularism does not mean. that you deny your own religion or you are somehow not proud of your culture and heritage. Today's Bharat there are history, culture, and traditions.»

Shareholder proposals are usually uneventful at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting, but Warren Buffett and the company are now facing a lawsuit over the way one presenter was treated last year

Muthoot Finance, submitted draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to raise ₹1,300 crore through an initial public offering (IPO). According to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP), the initial public offering (IPO) of the Chennai-based company comprises a ₹1,000 crore fresh issue of equity shares and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of ₹300 crore by existing investor shareholders.

IIT Madras, he is happy. The institute has given him a special electric scooty to get around and assigned a teacher's assistant to help him with his studies and projects. «As a student from a simple UP school, this is beyond my wildest dreams. Everyone is supportive; this is truly inclusive education,» Kumar told ET. Leading educational institutions in the country, including the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), are dialling up efforts to attract and support students like Kumar — persons with disabilities (PwDs), such as those with visual or hearing impairments and locomotor and intellectual disabilities — to promote a more inclusive culture in classrooms.

Madras Regiment of the Indian Army, Lt Gen Manjinder Singh, performed a sacred ceremony at the Murugan Temple of its regimental centre, wearing a traditional 'veshti', according to a post on X shared by the Army's Training Command. During the ceremony, Lt Gen Singh sported his traditional Sikh turban and also wore wore a 'veshti', a traditional wear of south India. «On the occasion of 15th Reunion & 35th BBCC of the Madras Regiment, Lt Gen Manjinder Singh, AVSM, YSM, VSM, GOCinC, ARTRAC and COLONEL of the Madras Regiment in the best secular traditions of Indian Army performed the sacred Kumbhabhishekam ceremony at the Murugan Temple of the Madras Regimental Centre, Wellington on 01 May 2024,» the ARTRAC posted. «The ceremony was attended by the #Veterans and Serving Officers, JCOs & NCOs of the Madras Regiment,» it said.

critical thinking lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning and growth. Youngsters possess an innate curiosity and imagination waiting to be nurtured. Encouraging these qualities enhances their cognitive abilities and equips them with essential skills for navigating an increasingly complex world. Here, we explore some practical strategies to promote creativity and critical thinking. Creating an environment for exploration and curiosity First and foremost, creating an environment that stimulates curiosity and exploration is vital. A classroom or home setting rich in diverse materials, such as art supplies, building blocks, books, and nature elements, invites children to engage in open-ended play. Preschoolers can experiment, make choices, and learn from their experiences through unstructured play.

mid-sized companies employ a large chunk of the workforce and some of them proactively create a good working environment for their teams. A list released by LinkedIn recently on top workplaces to grow careers in India addresses this issue by naming 15 best mid-sized companies. This would help professionals who prefer to work in smaller organisations because of their inherent advantages. The list was drawn up based on the activity of millions of people on LinkedIn. It also took into account eight pillars that advance career progression — in-demand skills, ability to advance; skills growth; company stability; external opportunity; company affinity; gender diversity; educational background and employee presence in the country. It also looked at the in-demand skills, top locations and highest job opportunities at these companies, to help job seekers find their next opportunity.

BlackRock has taken a minority stake in Willow, a firm dedicated to enhancing advisor’s capabilities as they address the needs of an increasingly diverse client base.

With a lot of heavy lifting left to do to address underrepresentation in financial services, a new report offers a valuable glimpse into how players in the asset management industry is tackling the problem.

The Ontario Securities Commission is planning to toughen up — and make more visible — its response to capital markets misconduct and build the regulator’s reputation as an effective enforcer by vigorously prosecuting serious financial crimes, taking on novel and sophisticated files, and increasing the collection rates for penalties imposed.

As one of the most diverse nations in the world, India boasts a rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and languages across its vast expanse. The dynamic nature of Indian society necessitates a comprehensive understanding of regional nuances to effectively engage with consumers.Through ‘State of States’, a first-of-its-kind research study, MullenLowe Lintas Group intends to deconstruct the 30 different cultures in India to have a far deeper understanding of the respective culture codes, tensions, and shifts that are happening, to craft brands of the future.

Amazon Great Summer Sale! Delve into an exclusive array of unmatched deals on Chimneys, and elevate your kitchen to unprecedented levels of functionality and elegance. Explore a diverse selection of options, from sleek and efficient to powerful chimneys that ensure a fresh and odour-free kitchen. With the Amazon Sale, you can elevate your kitchen with premium appliances at unbelievable prices. Don't let this incredible opportunity slip away to transform your cooking area into a sanctuary of convenience and opulence.

Companies are making a big mistake. Many recruiters in India are nudging their human resource (HR) teams to show a preference for hiring women at the junior-most levels, be it candidates looking for jobs on college campuses or those with barely a few months of work experience. This is a quick-fix hiring bias that will not help a company meet its gender-diversity target in the long run.

For Andrei Burak, modeling was mostly a side gig—a way to make a little cash as he worked his way up from lighting assistant to producer after moving from Belarus to Los Angeles five years ago. He did a number of photoshoots and even walked in LA Fashion Week twice, but at times, modeling was “super stressful," he said, between the long waits in casting lines, probing questions from casting directors and constant rejection. Burak isn’t standing in any more casting lines these days.

The meme coin craze is back, and this time, it’s taking an unexpected and hilarious turn with the arrival of WienerAI ($WAI) – a cryptocurrency that blends the beloved dog meme theme with cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) and a dash of sausage quirkiness. This unique combination has caught the attention of meme coin traders and enthusiasts, who are hailing WienerAI as the next generation of meme cryptos. 

If you are looking for a new smartphone, then this sale has lots of offers for you. Check out options from brands such as Samsung, OnePlus, Redmi, realme, iPhone, and Poco.You can also get amazing offers on smartwatches, headphones, computer accessories like wireless optical mouse, camera accessories like tripods, gaming accessories, storage devices, and more.If you are looking to upgrade your appliances at home or office, this Amazon Great Summer Sale 2024 has many deals and offers for you.

African climate-tech startups are increasingly raising money from private sources, but while those funds for climate solutions are growing, a huge gap remains in meeting the actual financial needs for climate action in Africa

Congress on Wednesday took a swipe at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing the ruling party of harping on '400 paar' in the Lok Sabha polls so that they could change the Constitution and end reservations and asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi whether he will support an amendment to the Constitution for the purpose. Addressing a press conference at the AICC headquarters here today, party general secretary in charge of communications Jairam Ramesh said that the party had some questions for Prime Minister Narendra Modi — specifically, his views on removing the 50 per cent cap on SC, ST and OBC quota. He alleged that the BJP is «talking about '400 paar'» to change the Constitution as the «BJP and the RSS are against secularism and social justice.»