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economic slowdown, according to its bulletin. «Policymakers are now walking a tightrope, having to balance the upward strain of rising prices on account of tariffs and currency depreciation, as well as the downward pressure on inflation from economic slowdown,» according to the document.

arbitrage mutual funds. Arbitrage funds look for arbitrage opportunities available between the cash and derivatives markets. In other words, the fund managers in these schemes look for the price difference that they can exploit between the cash and derivatives markets. They may also invest in debt securities and equities if there are no arbitrage opportunities available in the market. Also Read | What HDFC Mutual Fund bought and sold in February

Alphabet, stand to reap returns as high as 200 times for seed investors, among them Sequoia Capital, Cyberstarts and Index Ventures. The $32 billion all-cash Wiz deal on Tuesday marked a major win for about 25 firms on Wiz's cap table, according to PitchBook, a rarity in the past few years as high interest rates and tight antitrust scrutiny reduced exit events. Among the investors, the biggest beneficiaries are those that put money into Wiz early and continued to invest over the years. Their success demonstrated the power law in venture capital when a small number of investments generate the majority of returns.

Lucknow Super Giants on April 6 at Eden Gardens is likely to be rescheduled as the local police have not given security clearance due to Ram Navami. West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari announced over 20,000 processions across the state during the festival, calling for higher security measures statewide. Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Snehasish Ganguly confirmed that the match would be rescheduled after two discussions with the police on Tuesday. He said that the authorities «have not given the go-ahead» for the match. The police has said that they would not be able to provide adequate security making it impractical to host a crowd of over 65,000 peaoplle. The BCCI has been infome

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The first quarter of 2025 has been a washout in terms of portfolios and market expectations because of a combination of factors including the depreciating rupee, elevated market valuations, and a deceleration in earnings growth. Moreover, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have been selling persistently due to a strong dollar, high US bond yields, and uncertainties over US President Donald Trump’s policies.

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, celebrated her safe return to Earth on Wednesday by performing aarti and offering prayers after she spent nearly nine months in space. The celebrations began after the successful splashdown of the Dragon spacecraft, which brought Williams back to Earth along with Crew-9 members Butch Wilmore, Nick Hague, and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov. Earlier, the NASA astronaut's cousin, Dinesh Rawal, organized a 'Yagna' in Ahmedabad on Tuesday to pray for her safe return. SpaceX confirmed the splashdown, and NASA astronaut Nick Hague shared that the crew was «grinning ear to ear» after their safe return. Following the landing, NASA astronaut Nick Hague delivered his first message to mission control. While the audio was somewhat unclear, Hague could be heard saying that the crew was «grinning ear to ear,» CNN reported.

hybrid work maze? Harvard Business School's Managing the Future of Work podcast offers a handy map, diving deep into the evolving workplace landscape. The December 18, 2024, episode, Nicholas Bloom on the Unbundled Workplace, is a must-listen for anyone exploring the new work dynamics.

revenue and profit is to check their relative financial performance and pick up companies that have reported growth in these parameters. According to the ETIG analysis, there are nine companies in ET 500, which have reported revenue and net profit in nine months to December that exceeded the corresponding numbers for the previous fiscal year, that is FY24. The list includes brokerage firm Motilal Oswal Financial Services, AU Small Finance Bank, infrastructure companies such as GMR Power, Texmaco Rail and Engineering, and Suzlon Energy, electronics manufacturer Dixon Technologies, new age companies Zomato and PB Fintech, and Gokul Agro Resources, which manufactures edible and nonedible oils.

Lollapalooza 2025. Among them, Doechii is considered to be a potential performer. The festival will run from July 31 to August 3.

NASA announced that Wilmore and Williams will depart the ISS on Tuesday, March 18, with the Crew Dragon splashdown scheduled for approximately 5.57 pm EST. The space agency's decision to bring forward the astronauts' return was based on favourable weather conditions. Have you ever wondered why American astronauts opt for splashdown instead of landing on solid ground? Let's try and find out. ALSO READ: Sunita Williams' final moments in ISS: What did the NASA astronaut do before leaving for Earth?

Russian comedian has been arrested while trying to leave the country after he was publicly denounced for allegedly mocking war invalids, as per a report. In a clip from a stand-up performance that was posted online, Artemy Ostanin told a joke about a supposed encounter with a legless beggar in the Moscow metro, Reuters reported. Investigators opened a case against him at the weekend after Sergei Zaitsev, the head of a self-styled public movement named Zov Naroda (Call of the People), complained that the beggar could be a casualty of Russia's war in Ukraine. «His jokes, mocking an invalid — essentially our soldier who lost his legs in the special military operation — cross all boundaries of morality and ethics,» Zaitsev said. Ostanin, in a subsequent online interview, denied the accusations and said there was not a word in the joke about the Ukraine war. But on Tuesday, investigators said in a statement that he had been arrested on suspicion of inciting hatred and debasing human dignity, an offence that carries a jail term of up to six years.

In its half year results released today (18 March), the company reported operating losses before tax amounting to £103m, mostly as a result of a £165m provision to cover for the firm's motor finance commissions. This was 217% down from the £88.1m in operating profits before tax reported in H1 2024, according to Close Brothers. Close Brothers Asset Management becomes an independent wealth business following sale to Oaktree But despite the «short-term impact of the motor finance commissions uncertainty» on the firm's financial performance, Close Brothers said its core banking mo...

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Grade-A office spaces are seeing a drop in vacancy levels, along with improving occupancies, as the leasing trajectory is likely to maintain the good run in the March quarter (Q4FY25), too. Demand for commercial properties continues to be led by global capability centres (GCCs), rising traction in flexible workspaces, and IT/ITes.

Electric scooters are increasingly popular among urban commuters, largely due to storage space considerations. A roomy boot enables riders to transport essentials such as helmets, groceries, and work bags with ease. For those seeking an e-scooter with generous under-seat storage, here are five models that excel in boot capacity, complete with performance and feature details.The River Indie dubbed the ‘SUV of scooters,’ provides an impressive 43 litres of storage, including a 12-litre front glovebox, making it the leader in boot space within its segment.

Mamaearth's Ghazal Alagh suggests doing the opposite. Her advice? Don’t give your 100%. But why? In a LinkedIn post, the youngest self-made entrepreneur shared a fresh perspective on productivity, emphasizing that giving 100% every single day might not be the best approach to building a solid business. Reflecting on years of relentless work, she realized that constantly striving for perfection can backfire. Instead, she advocates for what she calls the "85% Rule"—a strategy of focused effort and smart prioritization. She draws a parallel with top athletes who, despite rigorous training, understand the importance of rest and recovery. That balance allows them to perform at their peak when it truly matters. The same principle applies to entrepreneurship.

Anand Mahindra took to social media on Tuesday to commend the exceptional mathematical prowess of 14-year-old prodigy Aaryan Shukla, who achieved a groundbreaking feat by securing six Guinness World Records in a single day. Originating from Maharashtra, Shukla set these records in February during a high-stakes mental math competition held in Dubai. Expressing his admiration in a post on X, Mahindra remarked, «14-year-old Aaryan Shukla from India last month broke the world record for the fastest time to mentally add 100 four-digit numbers—30.9 sec. Leaves you dazed and bewildered. Congratulations Aaryan!» Curious about the methodology behind such extraordinary mental calculations, Mahindra inquired, «I’m sure Aaryan has a special gift beyond the ordinary, but are there any sites that give a primer on the fundamentals of this technique? I’m not looking to break any world record. Maybe I can use it for some simple, daily business calculations!»

equity mutual funds have managed to outperform their respective benchmarks so far in the financial year ending on March 31, 2025, an analysis of performance of equity mutual funds showed. There were around 268 equity mutual funds in the market. Out of 268 equity mutual funds, 176 funds have outperformed their respective benchmarks. In other words, only 92 equity mutual funds failed to beat their respective benchmarks.

Disclaimer: This is an AI-generated live blog and has not been edited by LiveMint staff.Bank Nifty Today Live Updates: At current prices Bank Nifty, faces the below Resistance and Support levels As of the last recorded day, the Bank Nifty closed at 48,060.40. This closing price reflects the performance of the banking sector in the Indian stock market, indicating investor sentiment and market trends.

IREDA shares may remain in the spotlight on Tuesday, March 18, after the company’s board approved a Rs 5,000 crore enhancement in the borrowing program for FY 2024-25. According to the official statement, the additional borrowing will be raised through multiple instruments, including Taxable Bonds, Sub-ordinated Tier-II Bonds, Perpetual Debt Instruments (PDI), term loans from banks and financial institutions (FIs), credit lines from international agencies (multilateral and bilateral agencies), External Commercial Borrowings (ECB), short-term loans, and WCDL from banks.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. A leader in power generation, NTPC offers consistent performance. It is also expanding into renewable energy, which makes it a resilient option.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. India’s benchmark index, Nifty 50, opened lower on Monday, 17 March, but rebounded as buying interest emerged at lower levels, pushing it into positive territory. The index closed 112 points higher (+0.50%) at 22,509.65, forming a bullish candle.