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NAHB CEO Jim Tobin discusses the state of the housing market, American homeownership, and using family money for home down payment.

SBI has announced that it plan to fill nearly 8,773 vacancies across the country through the SBI Clerk Exam 2024. What is the last application date for SBI Clerk Exam 2024: As per the official notification, the application process has started from November 17, 2023, and the window will remain open until December 7, 2023. Aspiring candidates are advised to visit the official SBI website to begin their online registration process. What is the eligibility for SBI Clerk Exam 2024: As of December 31, 2023, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Candidates with an integrated dual degree (IDD) certificate must ensure that they have passed the IDD on or before December 31, 2023. What is the age limit for SBI Clery Exam 2024: As of April 1, 2023, candidates must be above 20 years of age and below 28 years of age. In other words, candidates must have been born between April 2, 1995, and April 1, 2003 (inclusive of both dates).

Navi Mumbai. The government aims to build a strong network of metro lines in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

As per the website, “Dear Customer, Bank is in process of implementing the changes w.e.f 6-12-23 — Bank will start levying charges on declined Transactions due to insufficient balance at PoS machine and eComm Transactions (Domestic/International) done through Debit Card.” PNB hikes FD interest rates on select tenures by up to 50 bps; these investors can earn 8.05% The bank as of now charges Rs 15 for transaction declined due to insufficient balance for debit cards as per website. The rates were updated as on June 5, 2023. The issuance and annual charges on debit cards & pre-paid cards are as follows:

NEW DELHI : Foreign airlines have always seen India as a market that feeds their hubs, but that seems to be changing with key foreign carriers from Asia Pacific seeing India becoming an aviation hub, which can be used to connect Africa and the Middle East from their part of the world. Senior executives from Japan Airlines and Thai Airways said they see the potential of India becoming a hub but it may take some time for this to become a reality.

city train transit system or clear enough air for sound to travel distances, listening to trains from your home provides a delightful pleasure of urban living. The joy derived from the rhythmic cadence makes you aware of what it is to be alive in the city. Reminded of urban life 'out there' transforms the mundane into a captivating, throbbing experience.

Loblaw Cos. Ltd. reported its third-quarter profit and revenue rose compared with a year ago.

I have been in Delhi for a little over a week, and, as is the case at this time of the year, the city is highly polluted. The trouble is Mumbai, where I live, has also been very polluted this year. Mumbai’s problem stems from a massive increase in construction in 2023.

student housing market is booming, fuelling ample opportunities for growth and spurring expansion among existing players. Student housing operators including your-space, Zolostays and Curated Living are chalking up ambitious expansion plans as they target more than 50% growth in FY24, buoyed by robust demand from both domestic and international students. Curated Living intends to expand its current bed capacity by as much as 2.5 times by end-FY25 while Zolo Scholar, the student housing segment of Zolostays, is looking to double its portfolio by end-FY24. Your-space plans to close this fiscal with 15,000 beds, increasing it to 25,000 by the end of next year. Operators say a bevy of factors are driving the boom in purpose-built student accommodations (PBSAs): India’s young population, increasing enrolment in higher education, surge in students migrating to cities with a greater concentration of educational institutions, growing investor and developer interest, and students’ preference for quality, organised accommodation. Like in the case of 21-year-old Mohammed Ali who zeroed in on Ivy League House (Curated Living’s student housing brand) when he moved from UAE to Pune for studies.

Mint. The online-offline retailer, which has over 180 stores in the country, is also reviewing plans for a market listing after choppy markets have prompted the company to postpone IPO plans, Shah said. Edited excerpts.

Bharat Mandapam (Pragati Maidan) is set to come alive as the India International Trade Fair (IITF) opens its doors on November 14, marking a significant annual event for the capital. Officials have revealed that this year's theme is «Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam — United by Trade,» emphasizing global unity through commerce. Trade Fair participants: With participation from 28 states and Union territories, IITF 2023 promises a vibrant display of diversity and business acumen until November 27.

PTI reported. In an official statement, the DMRC said the entry tickets will be available at only 55 selected metro stations including Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda), Dilshad Garden, Shahdara, Inderlok, Netaji Subhash Place, Rohini West, Rithala, Noida City Centre, Mandi House, Kashmere Gate and Barakhamba station among others.

fire that broke out at houseboats in the Dal Lake in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on Saturday, officials were quoted by PTI as saying. “The charred bodies were recovered in the early hours of Saturday near ghat number nine," they added. The identity of the deceased is yet to be ascertained.

Madhya Pradesh Elections 2023: Madhya Pradesh Elections 2023: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) released its manifesto for the Madhya Pradesh polls on Saturday. The party has promised to provide free ration to the poor for the next five years and LPG cylinders at ₹450 for the women. The party also said it will build Madhya Pradesh Institute of Technology and Madhya Pradesh Institute of Medical Sciences once it retains power in the state.

Paris 2024 Olympics. Traditional Korean spa called "jjimjilbang" in Incheon, west of Seoul, and a college dorm in the southeastern city of Daegu reported the bedbug outbreak, Reuters reported, citing officials.

REC on Thursday said it has inked a pact with RailTel to finance up to Rs 30,000 crore for infrastructure projects in telecom, IT and railway signalling. "REC Limited signed an MoU with RailTel on 9th November 2023 to extend financial assistance up to Rs 30,000 crore for infrastructure projects to be executed by RailTel in next 5 years," an REC statement said.

₹30,000 crore in funding to RailTel Corp. of India. The agreement, formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on Thursday, will support various projects over the next five years, including telecom, IT services, and railway signaling systems, and the KAVACH train collision prevention system.

The News Minute. The weather department predicted thunderstorms in Bengaluru until November 10.

“The 3Cs, namely, capex, credit growth, and consumption (more so discretionary, upper end and luxury) are themes which must find a way to get into the portfolio of investors,” says Devang Mehta, Director – Equity Advisory, Spark Capital Private Wealth Management. In an interview with ETMarkets, Mehta said: “4Fs — Financialisation, Formalisation, Fiscal expenditure by the government & Farm income growth are the themes which will play out in an economic upturn and select sector and companies who are part of this theme will show robust growth and profitability,” Edited excerpts: The festive season has begun, and we are seeing signs of stabalisation as volatility has reduced. How are you looking at markets? India's festive season usually runs for several weeks until Diwali with millions of Indians binging on food, gifts, and home improvements.

fire at a shisha bar and restaurant in Bengaluru prompted the chef to jump off the building. This was captured in a horrific video; the chef remains in a coma. The building had not been inspected by the fire and emergency services department because it has no mandate to inspect buildings under 21 metres.

As the grocery code of conduct nears completion, the Canadian industry’s biggest player is raising concerns the guidelines could add fuel to the food inflation fire.