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high growth though geopolitical uncertainties and tepid consumption remain a concern, say economists. CII's business confidence index touched a 12-quarter high in Q4FY24, with 51% of firms expecting capacity utilisation of 75% and above. Moreover, 71% expect an improvement in private capex in the first half of FY25 compared with the second half of FY24. Private investment proposals sanctioned by banks rose by nearly Rs 1 lakh crore to Rs 3 lakh crore in the last year alone, according to India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra).

Imphal West district administration has asked the ailing and people with health issues to shift to safer places after the eruption of a mixture of gas and mud in Langthabal Kunja Awang Leikai area since Saturday. District officials said that the flare-up of a mixture of gas and mud was largely controlled on Sunday but efforts were on to fully end it. District Magistrate Kiran Kumar said that the eruption occurred on the land of Yurembam Manihar as workers were digging to set up a hand pump for domestic use, affecting the environment, including air quality. The situation is currently under inspection by a team of State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and technical experts to find out the causes, the composition of erupted material, and the consequences of the incident on lives and the environment.

Most experts would settle for something in between. One outstanding question concerns exactly who came west. Some have argued that the pioneers, at least, were overwhelmingly male—which conjures marauding warbands and violence.

Investors’ dream in the cryptocurrency industry is to get a coin that can make them reach their financial dream. For a coin to have that capacity, it has to experience uptrends, giving investors profit. Vital metrics like hype, utilities, investors’ sentiment on the coin, and market conditions can trigger this uptrend.

Akshaya Tritiya or Akha Teej is considered as an auspicious day for buying valuable assets, be it gold and diamond jewellery, vehicles or real estate. It is believed that purchasing these assets on Akshaya Tritiya ushers in good luck, success and prosperity in various facets of life. Among all these assets, buying gold stands out as a timeless tradition because people can buy this precious metal even with small amount. In this digital era, gold buying pattern too has undergone a massive change. Now there are a range of options available for people to invest in gold such as digital gold, gold ETFs, gold bonds, apart from physical gold.

Akshaya Tritiya is considered auspicious for buying valuable assets, including gold and silver, by Indians. Every year, the demand for gold rises ahead of Akshaya Tritiya or Akha Teej, which is celebrated across the country on the third day or ‘tritiya tithi’ of Shukla Paksha. This year, Akshaya Tritiya will be celebrated on May 10, 2024.

Question: What are the consequences of PAN becoming inoperative due to non-linkage to Aadhaar? Any further clarifications from the government in this regard?

‘Can change friends, not...’: Omar on Shankar Aiyar's ‘respect Pak’ remark "An effort to bring down LoC tensions with Pakistan so that more attention could be focused on the LAC (and China challenges beyond)," the expert said. He called the routine bashing of Pakistan performative.

Donald Trump used a dubious accounting maneuver to claim improper tax breaks from his troubled Chicago tower, according to an IRS inquiry uncovered by The New York Times and ProPublica. Losing a yearslong audit battle over the claim could mean a tax bill of more than $100 million. The 92-story, glass-sheathed skyscraper along the Chicago River is the tallest and, at least for now, the last major construction project by Trump. Through a combination of cost overruns and the bad luck of opening in the teeth of the Great Recession, it was also a vast money loser.

cybersecurity talent. Amid data breaches, progressive regulatory expectations and introduction of generative artificial intelligence platforms making security controls and processes vulnerable, companies are beefing up their cybersecurity teams across levels. They are hiring experts in threat intelligence, security operations, incident response, cloud security, network security, data archival and compliance, among other areas.

Investing in PPF is an excellent option for single mothers. “The lock-in period of 15 years helps them achieve their long-term financial goals, such as raising funds for children's higher education and purchasing the dream house," said Archit Gupta, Founder and CEO, of ClearTax Investing in mutual funds is an excellent option for single mothers and everyone else. There are different types of mutual funds, so investors should pick the one that fits their financial goals, risk tolerance, and investment timeline.

ALSO READ: Northern Lights visible in India? Aurora borealis may glitter tonight in this state "We were fortunate to witness Aurora activities on our all-sky camera during regular telescope observations," Stanzin Norla, an engineer at the Hanle Dark Sky Reserve, told PTI. Norla even shared images of the spectacular view on X and added that the skies turned red along the horizon and later turned to a pinkish hue. However, according to NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center, extreme geomagnetic storm continues and will persist through at least Sunday.

Swedish police and other legal formalities are underway. 1. Joost Klein was among the eight finalists of the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 final and was popular among bookmakers and fans with his song "Europapa." 2.

Panama is on the verge of a dramatic change to its immigration policy that could reverberate from the dense Darien jungle to the US border. President-elect Jose Raul Mulino says he will shut down a migration route used by more than 500,000 people last year. Until now, Panama has helped speedily bus the migrants across its territory so they can continue their journey north. Whether Mulino is able to reduce migration through a sparsely populated region with little government presence remains to be seen, experts say.

ALSO READ: Northern lights seen across Europe! Strongest solar storm in 20 years brings auroras. See spectacular photos Also known as the Northern Lights, the aurora borealis was visible from Ladakh at 34-36°N, an incredibly rare sight at such low latitudes.

Shrimp Squats involve grasping the upper part of one foot behind oneself while crouching down with the other foot. The exercise is tough on a host of muscles, especially the hamstring and core muscles. According to health experts, Shrimp Squats go a long way in improving one's balance, focus, and mobility.

₹17,083 crore worth of Indian equities and the total outflow stands at ₹16,797 crore as of May 10, taking into account debt, hybrid, debt-VRR, and equities, according to National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) data. The total debt outflows stand at ₹1,602 crore so far this month. Analysts noted that foreign investors will remain sellers in Indian markets given the delays in the interest rate cuts, inflationary concerns, moderation in corporate earnings, and premium valuation.

ALSO READ: The Taliban warn journalists and experts against cooperating with Afghanistan International TV The World Food Agency said it was distributing fortified biscuits to the survivors of one of the many floods that hit Afghanistan over the last few weeks. In Baghlani Jadid alone, over 1,500 homes were damaged or destroyed, and more than 100 people died, Mohammad Fahim Safie, the National Programme Officer leading IOM's emergency response, said, citing government figures.

Happy Mother's Day! Livemint spoke to some industry experts regarding prioritising financial freedom for mothers. The combined advice emphasises the importance of mindful self-investment, budget optimization, and long-term financial planning for mothers. It encourages them to manage their finances wisely, allocate resources efficiently, and plan for the future by saving for emergencies and retirement.

With a majority of Americans preferring to live in their own homes as long as possible, experts stress the importance of modifications to keep dwellings safe and accessible

Modi 3.0 government, said eminent experts and diplomats at a conference here. “Russia will continue to be an important partner for India. There will be a summit meeting between Prime Minister Modi and President Putin in 2024,” Kanwal Sibal, India’s former ambassador to Russia and Chancellor, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), said at a conference held at JNU. The last annual summit between the leaders of India and Russia was held in New Delhi in December 2021.