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Also Read: Small caps cause inflows into equity mutual funds to spike 23% in February: AMFI data Multi-asset allocation funds have been pitched as a less volatile option compared to their aggressive hybrid equity counterparts, offering indexation benefits if the equity allocation lies between 35 to 65%. This proposition, coupled with the recent tax changes, makes these funds an attractive choice for those seeking diversified, tax-efficient investment avenues. Last year we witnessed the launch of nine multi-asset allocation funds by different fund houses.

on Friday: Costco Wholesale Corp., down $60.03 to $725.56. The warehouse club operator's fourth-quarter revenue fell short of Wall Street forecasts. Marvell Technology Inc., down $9.67 to $75.42.

Tie-Con Delhi-NCR, Electronics and IT Secretary S Krishnan said that the government will invite bids from the industry under the mission and provide viability gap funding for GPU-based computing infrastructure. «The entire GPU approved under the mission will be made available in the next 18-24 months,» Krishnan said.

Investing.com — U.S. futures steadied Friday, as investors awaited the release of the key monthly jobs report for clues as to when interest rate cuts are likely to occur.

The study, which surveyed a sample size of 6,486 UK adults, found men invested just over £1bn in as of January 2024, up from £966bn in January 2023. Meanwhile ,women invested £450bn, down from £453bn.  As of January 2024, 9.9 million UK men were investors, compared to 6.8 million UK women, the report by the research company and publishing house said.  The primary factor contributing to the widening gap was the increase in first-time investors among men aged 25 to 44, compared to their female counterparts in the same age range. Sexism in the City: 'Not much' has changed as sexua...

Lok Sabha polls in the coming months, 'Nari Shakti' has taken centrestage. When thin margins can become a deciding factor on a large number of seats, no party can ignore this demographic which has coalesced into a new vote bank as more women are getting educated and participating in the labour force, thus gaining independence in making political choices. It has been seen in the recent past how welfare schemes or freebies targeted at women have influenced election results. BJP's Ladli Behna scheme is considered a big factor behind the party's victory in the Madhya Pradesh elections last year while cash handouts to female heads of families and free bus rides for women tipped the scales in favour of Congress in Karnataka elections. Both BJP and Congress have focused their political campaigns on empowering women, with the BJP promoting schemes like the Ladli Behna, slashing LPG prices and highlighting its role in passing Women's Reservation Bill, while the Congress has promised monthly financial aid among other benefits. Additionally, regional parties are also making concerted efforts to appeal to women voters.

salaried women while selecting a job, according to a study undertaken by DBS Bank and CRISIL. Salaried women seeking a stable income consider career growth as the topmost factor while picking a job, with 38 per cent choosing this option. This is followed by a competitive salary with 31 per cent of respondents choosing this option, followed by work-life balance and job security with 12 per cent and 11 per cent, respectively.

Mahashivratri, which honours Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, is being celebrated across India on Friday. In a post on X, Mahindra Group chairman, Anand Mahindra, said, “Shiva is worship, there is no one else like Shiva, Shiva is devotion, Shiva is power, Shiva is love, Shiva is the protector of all.

When China launched the Yaogan-41 satellite into space late last year, it travelled further than most such objects. Reconnaissance satellites tend to sit in low-Earth orbit (LEO), whizzing around the planet between 11 and 16 times a day (see chart 1). But Yaogan-41 headed for higher ground, some 36,000km from the Earth.

life insurance ownership, with 79% now holding life insurance plans. According to the survey, financial protection levels among urban Indian women have achieved a milestone by surpassing the 40-point mark for the first time. This marks an increase from 33 to 41 points over the past six years.

savings, which can lead to financial stress in the future. They must strike a balance between their familial responsibilities and their financial goals. They must ensure that they are investing in themselves and their future, without neglecting their family's needs. Whether you're single, married, or divorced, navigating these challenges can be tough.

Minnesota's top cannabis regulator says the state probably won’t meet its goal of launching full-scale retail marijuana sales in the first quarter of 2025

Access to the internet is an essential human right," declared the United Nations Human Rights Council in 2016. Yet, globally, about 2.6 billion people remain deprived of it and 57% of them are women, with a global digital gender gap of 8%. Only 19% of women in least developed countries used such a facility in 2020, as against 86% in the developed world.

reports claimed. These include all 3,691 Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)-protected ticketed monuments/museums including Taj Mahal in Agra, Red Fort and Qutab Minar in Delhi, Sun Temple in Konark, Ellora caves and Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh. Check list here Free entry to these monuments will be provided to all women visitors from India and across the world.

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.

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Here are 12 best-selling medium-sized baby diapers that have gained popularity for their exceptional performance. From trusted brands to cutting-edge technologies, these diapers are designed to keep your little one dry, happy, and free from diaper-related discomforts. Explore the features and benefits that make these diapers a preferred choice among parents seeking the best for their precious ones.

₹860-crore contract to make five PSLV rockets in four years. This capacity is now being ramped up through more private vendor participation. Another key area is in completely privatizing Isro’s small rocket—the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV).

Tata Power consumers will have to pay more for electricity. On Thursday, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission approved an average tariff rise of about 24% for Tata Power for the fiscal year 2024-25, effective from 1 April, 2024. In its order, MERC said that the present tariff hike is necessitated mainly because there was under-recovery due to staying on tariff as determined in the MTR Order for FY 2023-24. «Had there been no stay, tariff for FY 2024-25 would have resulted in tariff decrease of 13% than approved by the Commission in MTR Order for FY 2024-25.»

Investing.com — U.S. futures edged higher Thursday, as investors await the second day of testimony of Fed chief Jerome Powell’s two-day testimony before Congress.

Also Read: International Women's Day 2024: 7 financial habits to help you boost your finances Financial inclusion plays a pivotal role in empowering women in India. Providing women with access to essential financial services such as banking and credit can foster their financial independence and bolster the nation's economy.