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inflation likely flared up again in February amid higher gasoline prices, reinforcing the expectation that the journey back to two per cent inflation will be a bumpy one.Statistics Canada is set to release its February consumer price index report on Tuesday. The consensus expectation among forecasters is that prices rose 3.1 per cent from a year ago.That would reverse some of the progress made in January, when the annual inflation rate slowed to 2.9 per cent.“We’re looking for inflation to re-accelerate as a result of higher energy prices during the month.

Europe isn’t where American investors usually turn for growth, but the defense sector is a somewhat depressing exception these days. After years in relative obscurity, stocks such as Germany’s Rheinmetall and Sweden’s Saab rallied when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. There was a lull last summer when Ukraine was making good progress on the battlefield, but this winter they have rocketed again.

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US inflation rises to 3.2%, dampens hope of Fed's interest-rate cut until June However, Powell in his comments to US lawmakers earlier this month said the central bank expects to reduce its benchmark interest rate later this year even though the continued progress on lowering inflation to the two per cent target “is not assured". Read more: US Fed signals rate cuts in 2024; Powell says progress towards 2% inflation target ‘not assured’ Mint talked to several analysts on what they expect from the Fed policy outcome this time and how it can impact market sentiment.

(Reuters) -Consumer healthcare firm Haleon said on Monday that U.S. drugmaker Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) will sell down its stake in the company to about 24%.

India, ranked as the world’s fifth-largest economy, is primed for significant progress driven by a robust government framework, a stable macroeconomy, substantial investments in infrastructure, and a foreign policy prioritising national interests, said Romal Shetty, CEO of Deloitte-South Asia. The government and corporates have jointly set standards of excellence, he said.

Greece won the UEFA European Championship, a triumph so unexpected that at least one squad member had to rearrange his wedding around the team’s progress. The Greek triumph came a few weeks after Porto, led by a charismatic young coach with hair more pepper than salt, lifted the Champions League trophy. That was after Werder Bremen finished the season as champion of Germany and Valencia secured its second Spanish title in three years. The compilation clip might inspire, in older viewers, that bittersweet pang of nostalgia. Werder Bremen should be able to win the Bundesliga. Porto should be contenders to be champion of Europe. You might not want to watch Greece win the Euros again, but it was nice that it happened. Younger fans, though, may well interpret it differently. They have grown up in an era of dominance and dynasty. The sight of these unfamiliar teams lifting trophies might reinforce their suspicion that soccer is rather better now than it was then.

Thiruvananthapuram: Ahead of Lok Sabha elections in the country Union Minister and BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Sunday said that he is meeting people from all sections of the society, adding to which, he said, «I consider it my duty to meet and hear them.» He further highlighted, «It is also my intention to present to them, how Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) and Modi govt can change the trajectory of Thiruvananthapuram, from nothing happening in the last 10 years to making Thiruvananthapuram a place where technology, tourism, electronics, manufacturing, research and science that Anandapuri deserves.» He stated that the BJP and I as a candidate will consider people's desire for change, development and progress and will work to deliver that.

country has scripted a new chapter of development during ten years rule of the Narendra Modi government. Saini also said that people of Haryana, like in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, will this time too give all the 10 seats to "Modi ji's kitty". Polling in Haryana's 10 Lok Sabha seats will be held in the sixth phase of the seven-phase elections on May 25. Assembly polls in the state are due later this year. «Country has progressed at a fast pace and has scripted a new chapter of development under Modi ji's leadership during past ten years,» Saini, who was accompanied by Haryana Assembly Speaker Gian Chand Gupta, told reporters in Panchkula after paying obeisance at the Mata Mansa Devi temple this evening.

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Prajagalam,' (the voice of the public) in Palnadu district, the first joint public meeting of NDA partners in Andhra Pradesh after ten years. Modi will be joined by TDP supremo N Chandrababu Naidu and Janasena chief Pawan Kalyan in the public meeting, and this is the first time all the three leaders will share the stage in a rally for the 2024 polls. Named Prajagalam, the meeting will mark the first NDA election meeting in Andhra Pradesh in the run-up to the simultaneous Legislative Assembly and Lok Sabha polls scheduled on May 13. Janasena said Prajagalam is aimed at «chasing away atrocious politics» for the golden future of Andhra Pradesh. The TDP, Janasena and BJP are mobilising their cadres in large numbers for the meeting.

PTI. As per the sources, this condition, characterised by the development of small holes in the retina, is extremely dangerous for vision and needs to be treated right away to avoid permanent damage.

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Lok Sabha elections draw near, promises flood the political arena, each party vying for attention with its set of assurances. These promises often shape the narrative of the elections, dictating the fate of political contenders based on their resonance with the masses. Here's a glimpse into the ten pivotal issues likely to dominate the electoral discourse: 1. Modi Ki Guarantee: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spearheads his campaign with the mantra of 'Modi Ki Guarantee'. This pledge encompasses the development of youth, empowerment of women, welfare of farmers, and upliftment of marginalized communities. It serves as the focal point of discussion, attracting verbal sparring among rivals. 2. Congress' Nyay Guarantees: The Congress party echoes its promises through the 'Nyay' guarantees, emphasizing justice for various segments of society. From youth and farmers to women and laborers, the party's manifesto revolves around these pledges, shaping its campaign narrative.

Indian Army has established a squadron for these heavy-duty choppers at Jodhpur along the western front with Pakistan. The squadron was raised in the presence of Army Aviation’s director general Lt-General Ajay Suri and other officials. According to an officer, the delivery, initially scheduled to begin in February, has been slightly delayed, with the first three Apaches now expected in May. “The delivery was to commence from February, but it has been slightly delayed. The first three Apaches will now come in May,” an officer said in a TOI. Progress in Apache Helicopter Acquisition

Sebi on Friday approved a raft of relaxations for foreign portfolio investors, alternative investment funds and entities seeking to raise funds through initial share sales, as part of facilitating the ease of doing business in the securities market. Also, the board of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) gave its nod for a uniform approach for verification of market rumours by entities that have listed their equities. In a move aimed at testing the feasibility of the optional T+0 settlement mechanism, a Beta version for a limited 25 scrips and limited brokers will be launched.

market regulator on Friday deferred a full launch of optional same day settlements, according to a press release. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) said that same day settlement, or T+0, would be launched for only 25 stocks and with a limited set of brokers to test the efficacy of a shorter settlement cycle.

UBS Group’s more diversified wealth management exposure and business mix makes it more attractive than US peer Morgan Stanley, according to analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. 

Cryptocurrency whales are shifting their focus from Bitcoin to altcoins. As part of a broader event, the spotlight is moving away from popular cryptocurrencies like Cardano. Instead, significant investment flows are reaching into concrete projects that deliver true value. Our article provides insightful details about this shift and its potential implications in the cryptoverse.

Tshering Tobgay heaped praises on his Indian counterpart and expressed his deep appreciation for India's role as a reliable, trusted and valued partner in his country's developmental priorities. In their talks on Thursday night, the two leaders reviewed the progress in bilateral ties in various areas, including infrastructure development, connectivity, energy, hydropower cooperation, people-to-people exchanges and development cooperation, officials said. «They (Modi and Tobgay) reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen the special and unique India-Bhutan friendship,» said the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

Also Read: Most unresolved investors' complaints belong to venture capital funds, Sebi data shows The securities markets had so far been operating at a T+1 settlement cycle. It introduced T+1 in 2021 and implemented in phases, with the final phase completed in January 2023.