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Central Electoral Commission of Russia confirmed the expectations of international observers who claimed that Russian authorities will not allow any serious contenders against Vladimir Putin. Earlier, when a reporter asked Yekaterina Duntsova if she thinks that Russian authorities will allow her to contest the elections, she asserted her right to fight the elections as she has all the necessary qualities.

Lok Sabha elections, Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Saturday claimed that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his party JD(U) will soon merge with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). Speaking to on Saturday, the CM made the sensational claim, saying, «There will be a big change in Bihar's political landscape soon. I have learned from a very reliable source that the Nitish Kumar-led Janata Dal (United) will soon merge with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).» However, trashing the Union Minister's claim, RJD leader and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister, Tejashwi Yadav, said it was merely an attempt to hog the spotlight. «He wants to put his words into someone else's mouth.

cashless hospital network that will include both empanelled and non-empanelled hospitals, two major industry players told ET Wealth Online. So, health insurance policyholders can soon avail of cashless treatment in hospitals, even if they are not empanelled with their insurance companies.

Taiwan reported Chinese warplanes and warships around the island on Saturday, including aircraft crossing the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait, as Beijing continues military activities with three weeks to go before Taiwan votes. Democratically governed Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory, has complained for four years of regular Chinese military patrols and drills near the island. Campaigning is under way for Taiwan's Jan. 13 presidential and parliamentary polls.

In 2023, gold demonstrated remarkable returns, outperforming expectations and serving as a strong asset for investors amid economic uncertainties and market fluctuations, says Narinder Wadhwa, National President at Commodity Participants Association of India (CPAI). A notable 13% return in gold during 2023 underscores its resilience as an investment, attracting investors seeking stability and a hedge against economic uncertainties, he adds. Edited excerpts:

PM Narendra Modi in the upcoming general elections. “Mamata Banerjee ought to step up if she is brave enough to challenge Congresswoman Priyanka Gandhi. Do you want to become the prime minister? Only fitting that our Chief Minister opposes the Prime Minister in the Lok Sabha elections," the BJP leader said as quoted by Hindustan Times. She further highlighted the differences among members of the INDIA bloc in the states at the national level.

BJP on Saturday strongly reacted to Karnataka government's decision to withdraw the ban on wearing hijab in educational institutions in the state, saying the ruling Congress is carrying forward the British policy of 'divide and rule'. The saffron party also stated that the move raises concerns about the "secular nature" of educational spaces. The reaction comes a day after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had said that he ordered lifting of the restrictions on wearing hijab, while observing that choice of dress and food is personal.

Manish Lachwani founded the Silicon Valley software startup HeadSpin in 2015, he inflated the company's revenue numbers by nearly fourfold and falsely claimed that firms including Apple and American Express were customers. He showed a profit where there were losses. He used HeadSpin's cash to make risky trades on tech stocks. And he created fake invoices to cover it all up. What was especially breathtaking was how easily Lachwani, now 48, pulled all that off.

It is slated to be an interim budget since the Lok Sabha elections are scheduled for early next year. The budget-making process usually begins in September, over six months before the date of presentation. Making a budget is a time-taking process that entails numerous steps and consultations. Have you ever pondered the intricate process of crafting the budget? Comprising a multitude of financial proposals, its creation is no small undertaking.

Dukes of Hazzard star John Schneider said U.S. President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden ought to be “publicly hung” over accusations of “treason.”

This lack of discernment can lead to disappointment, as high return expectations clash with inadequate research. This article sheds light on a more structured approach – factor investing – to streamline the investment process and avoid falling into the trap of labelling the stock market as a mere ‘gambler's place’. What is Factor Investing? Factor investing involves attributing the returns of your equity portfolio to specific factors such as value, quality, volatility, and market capitalisation. These factors act as persistent and well-documented drivers of asset class returns, offering investors insights into expected returns and aiding in seeking outperformance or managing risks effectively. With the accessibility of exchange traded funds (ETFs), factor investing is no longer confined to the elite, presenting a balanced mix of passive and active investment management. Understanding Long-term Drivers of Equity Returns Value Factor This factor indicates that stocks with low P/E multiples or high earnings yield tend to offer higher returns, especially during stock market recoveries. Momentum Factor Strong price momentum effects have been observed in various asset classes globally, indicating that past winners continue to outperform losers. Growth Factor This factor gauges a company's potential based on historical or projected growth rates, signalling potential strong future stock price performance. Quality Factor The quality factor is based on complex accounting information, focusing on companies with little divergence between accrual and cash earnings. Size Factor Smaller companies, such as midcaps and smallcaps, are believed to outperform larger peers over the long run due to untapped markets and growth

Congress has formed a manifesto committee for the Lok Sabha Election 2024. Senior leader P. Chidambaram will chair the committee.

Donald Trump has any immunity from federal prosecution for alleged crimes he committed while in office, CNN reported. The court did not explain its reasoning and there were no noted dissents.

After days of wrangling to avert a threatened U.S. veto, the Security Council on Friday passed a resolution urging steps to allow «safe, unhindered, and expanded humanitarian access» to Gaza and «conditions for a sustainable cessation» of fighting.

UN chief said the way Israel was conducting its military operation was creating "massive obstacles" to aid distribution inside the battered enclave. It has passed a resolution urging steps to allow “safe, unhindered, and expanded humanitarian access" to Gaza.

Also Read: Donald Trump disqualified from Colorado's presidential primary ballot | What it means for 2024 US elections? The Supreme Court, which has a 6-3 conservative majority, including three justices nominated by Trump, denied the request in a one-line order that did not provide any reason for the decision. The 77-year-old, the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, is currently scheduled to go on trial on March 4, 2024 on charges of conspiring to overturn the November 2020 election won by Democrat Joe Biden.

Reuters report, nearly $80 billion was wiped off from the market value of from China's two biggest gaming companies. The government of China has decided to prohibit online games from bestowing rewards upon players for routine daily logins, inaugural financial transactions within the game, and successive instances of spending.

Argentina’s newly elected leader, Javier Miliei, has struck down forced legal tender laws forcing Argentinians to settle debt obligations in specific currencies, enabling use of alternatives like USD and Bitcoin (BTC).

BJP lost 16 of the 80 seats in UP in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections — the party won 62 on its own and its ally, Apna Dal, got two. In the 2024 polls, it is aiming for a clean sweep and to achieve this, it has adopted a 'NaMo' formula. BJP sources told ET that the party is targeting to add 20 million youth on the NaMo app. They will be contacted with the development agenda of the Modi government and BJP, and will be asked to spread the message on the ground.

Joe Biden on Friday signed an executive order threatening penalties for financial institutions that help Russia circumvent sanctions, the White House said in a statement, as Washington seeks to increase pressure on Moscow. The order also gives Washington the ability to broaden import bans of certain Russian goods, such as seafood and diamonds, the White House said.

INDIA bloc leaders and its MPs staged a protest in the national capital on Friday against the suspension of 146 MPs during the just concluded winter session. Many senior leaders of the INDIA bloc gathered at the Jantar Mantar here to launch the 'Save democracy' protest, and addressed the gathering denouncing the Modi government over the suspension of the opposition MPs which they said was part of the «undemocratic streak of the government». Addressing the gathering, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge stressed the need for a united fight against the Modi regime.