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The Reserve Bank of India has kept the repo rate unchanged for the third time in a row to ensure borrowing costs do not go overboard and economic growth also continues without any disruptions. However, there is no guarantee how long the rate will remain unchanged. Borrowers and investors seem to be cautious about it.

Credit card usage and spends have significantly increased as per the latest data by the RBI. These trends are leading to a competitive market landscape where new cards are being launched with more and more features to grab consumers. Old cards are getting outdated with new cards offering better services and features such as complimentary golf classes, access to airport lounges, reward points and cashback on every transaction, etc.

As the Reserve Bank of India has kept the repo rate unchanged for the third time in a row, individuals can now look at dynamic bond funds which can offer a balance between risks and returns. These are debt funds that dynamically manage their bond duration.

Many people in their early to mid-20s hesitate to buy life insurance as they believe that they do not need insurance at this stage of life. They feel that they can defer this investment to a later date, when they get married or have additional responsibilities like kids or retired parents. 

When it comes to investing, two popular options that often come to mind are real estate and the stock market. Both avenues offer unique advantages and disadvantages, and understanding these can help investors make informed decisions. While both have their own advantages and disadvantages, it is crucial to understand their relative merits and demerits before taking the plunge.

SBI ATM/Debit Card Rules: While banks generally automatically send the debit/ATM cards upon their expiry to the registered address of customers, an SBI customer faced a different situation recently.

Energy Minister Chris Bowen has rejected BHP’s request for taxpayers to help fund the early closure of one of Australia’s biggest thermal coal mines, signalling he wants a $1.9 billion fund to reduce pollution rather than the nation’s productive output.

Gajraula, Amroha, a remarkable sight captures attention – Pooja Rani, a 27-year-old woman, steering an e-rickshaw through the streets with her 2-year-old daughter, Soni, securely fastened to her waist. Pooja's story is one of determination and empowerment, as she navigates the roads of Amroha to provide for her family while caring for her child. Pooja's day begins at 8 am, as she prepares breakfast for her husband Anuj Kumar and young daughter.

Bengaluru: Aditya-L1, the first space-based Indian observatory to study the Sun, is getting ready for its launch soon, ISRO said on Monday. The satellite, realised at U R Rao Satellite Centre here, has arrived at the ISRO's spaceport in Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh, the Bengaluru-headquartered national space agency said in an update on the mission.

GST drive to bust fake companies and bogus input tax credit (ITC) claims, reports have emerged of genuine companies having to suffer untoward consequences owing to data mismatch. In these cases, data mismatch between the GST filings of the buyer and the seller has left the former unable to claim ITC, a ToI report said on August 14. ITC refers to GST credit for tax paid while buying goods or services to be used for business.

Independence Day, SpiceJet has unveiled a sale, featuring airfares commencing at a ₹1515, which also covers all applicable taxes. The aviation company, communicating through X, said that this offer encompasses an added bonus in the form of a complimentary flight voucher valued at ₹2000.

Narendra Modi will address the nation on the 77th Independence Day of India, according to a report published by the news agency PTI. Special Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) Dependra Pathak said, "Independence Day will be celebrated with full enthusiasm this year with no COVID-19 restrictions in place. Therefore, a robust and adequate deployment of police will be ensured." “We will also coordinate and share real-time information with other agencies to provide security.

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Investing.com-- Oil prices fell slightly on Monday, coming under pressure from a stronger dollar amid signs of resurgent U.S. inflation, while concerns over slowing Chinese growth also dented sentiment.

Investing.com-- Most Asian stocks sank on Monday, with Chinese indexes leading losses on persistent concerns over slowing economic growth, while stronger U.S. inflation readings also pushed up fears of a more hawkish Federal Reserve.

Midcap and smallcap stocks have registered strong gains in the recent months and outperformed their largecap peers. Torus Oro Portfolio Management Ltd believes that this segment of the market can drive consistent alpha generation for investors. “The mid and smallcap space provides ample opportunities to invest in businesses having great growth prospects, product differentiation, and improving business economics,” said Nitin Agrawal, CEO of the portfolio management firm. Agrawal, however, said it was important to keep in mind the underlying risk and fundamentals in check. Edited excerpts:Benchmark indices have rallied close to 16% in 5 months. How comfortable are you with the current valuations?India’s growth story has picked up momentum over the last few months, leading benchmark indices to lifetime highs. Despite the weak global macro factors, the Indian economy witnessed rising growth momentum, moderation in inflation and better trade balance. Further, Indian companies reported strong revenue growth and improvement in margins. This led to increased allocation from FIIs and, thus, India witnessed strong fund inflows over the last few months. Even at the current levels and based on expected EPS growth, we believe that the Indian market is fairly valued. We are comfortable with valuations from a long-term horizon perspective.

Tomorrowland, one of Europe’s biggest festivals, to scale back its carbon footprint. “It’s not only about reducing the huge carbon footprint all at once,” said Lori Maes, a coordinator at Belgium-based Camp2Camp, which provided tents and rented out secondhand sleeping bags, air mattresses and chairs to festival goers.

TVS Supply Chain IPO: The initial public offering (IPO) of TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited opened for bidders on 10th August 2023 and it will remain open for bidding till 14th August 2023. This means, TVS Supply Chain IPO subscription is going to end today. After two days of bidding, the public issue worth ₹880 crore has sailed through as the issue has been fully subscribed despite weak stock market sentiments on Dalal Street.

battle royale titles like Garena Free Fire, BGMI developers regularly release redeem codes that grant players access to a wide range of enticing rewards and freebies. These rewards include weapon skins, vehicle skins, emotes, outfits, in-game credits or UC (Unknown Cash), and much more. By redeeming these codes, gamers can acquire these items without having to spend any money.

H-1B visas due to alleged fraud by their own employees, according to a report published by Bloomberg Law as quoted by Hindustan Times. Despite the activities of their employer, they contend in the case filed in a federal district court in Washington state that they did not intentionally take part in the fraud.

₹1.5 lakh) for its upper-tier Model Y variants within China. Announced via the company's official Weibo account, Tesla's adjustments bring down the prices of its Model Y Long-Range and Performance versions to 299,900 yuan ( ₹34 lakh) and 349,900 yuan ( ₹40 lakh) respectively, Bloomberg reported. The Model Y is a pivotal component of Tesla's vehicle portfolio, sharing the spotlight alongside the popular Model 3 as the cornerstones of CEO Elon Musk's automotive enterprise.