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₹30 crore of unexplained currency in a Jharkhand legislator’s home, it is time to shine a light on a somewhat obscure term: Politically exposed persons (PEPs). This term refers to individuals who hold political office or public positions such as judgeships and bureaucracy posts, or have a close association with those who hold such authority. Data from Rzolut, a risk and compliance technology and data provider, reveals that there are over 2.3 million PEPs around the world, ranging from country presidents to municipality officials.

trade agreement is hopefully not far on the horizon as it will offer immense opportunity to be leveraged within the bilateral partnership, said the new chair of a trade council that has played a key role in shaping the ongoing negotiations. UK-based tech professional Priya Guha, who invests in women-led innovation as Venture Partner of Merian Ventures, took over as chair of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) UK Council from Baroness Usha Prashar at a hand-over ceremony at the High Commission of India in London on Monday evening. The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations opened in January 2022 and are aimed at significantly enhancing bilateral trade — currently worth around GBP 38.1 billion a year. The negotiations are now in their fourteenth round of talks, and likely to pick up pace following the Indian general election.

LPL has deepened its high-net-worth advisory bench with a pair of breakaway advisors from Merrill Lynch.

While Donald Trump’s hush money trial entered its sixth week in New York, an origin story for the Republican presidential candidate premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, unveiling a scathing portrait of Trump in the 1980s

In a world where everything appears to be undergoing a digital transformation and AI continues to provide innovative ways to disrupt the norm, it’s kind of reassuring that some of the old ways are still winning.

Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai, who were last seen together in the 1999 romantic musical 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam,' were reportedly dating before their relationship ended in 2002. After their breakup, Aishwarya was rumored to be dating Vivek Oberoi, leading to a highly publicized conflict between Salman and Vivek. In a 2003 press conference, Vivek accused Salman of threatening him due to his relationship with Aishwarya. Aishwarya later married Abhishek Bachchan in 2007, and the couple welcomed their daughter, Aaradhya, in 2011.

After six years at the Paris-headquartered asset manager, Sednaoui will join CG AM in August to form an investor relations team alongside Katie Forbes, who has taken on the role of head of relations for the Capital Gearing trust.  In her new role, Sednaoui will focus on team strategy, institutional and intermediary client relationships and oversight of open-ended funds.  Forbes, who joined after four years at JP Morgan Cazenove's investment funds team, will concentrate on digital media and press relations initiatives.  Cadarn Capital launches with trio of trust partners «I am de...

car loans, you can make a savvy, informed decision and ensure your new car doesn’t become a financial speed bump. (Source: Paisabazaar; Rates and charges as of 20th May 2024)Bank of Maharashtra is offering a 0.25% interest rate concession for existing housing loan borrowers and corporate salary account holders. Similarly, Indian Overseas Bank provides a 0.50% interest rate concession to borrowers with credit scores of 800 and above, while those with credit scores between 750 and 799 receive a 0.25% concession.

cube that Erno Rubik invented 50 years ago would not survive the 1980s. Yet millennials and Generation Z are as nuts about Rubik's Cube as their parents were, much to the amusement of its 79-year-old creator, who talked to AFP in a rare interview. In a digital world «we are slowly forgetting that we have hands», Rubik said.

Peacock's Bel-Air will return for its third season on Thursday, August 15. The premiere will include three new episodes.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is concluding a two-day visit to China by emphasizing the countries' strategic ties as well as his own personal relationship with Chinese leader Xi Jinping as they seek to present an alternative to U.S. global influence

results consistently. But have you taken a reality check? Undertake this short exercise to find out. In 60 seconds, write down the top five goals that you are being paid to deliver. If you took more time, your goals are not at the centre of your daily work life. If you struggled to even think about and write down the goals, you have lost sight of what you are paid to deliver while you got busy with whatever landed on your plate. Take a break this weekend to make a list of goals that you think your employer wants you to meet. Thereafter, follow these steps. Results & activities Under each goal, write down the results you are expected to achieve in the next three or six months. Under your annual sales goal, your quarterly sales results might include addition of new clients and farming of the existing ones. Under results, list the activities that you need to conduct to achieve these. So, for instance, under the sales goals, you might need to hire an extra team member, train or let go of underperformers, set up bi-monthly meetings with existing clients, and generate five new leads a week with a funnel to conversion. Along with your goals, your results and activities add up to your understanding of the employer’s expectations from your job.

«I'm truly sorry,» Combs said in a video post on his Instagram page. «My behavior on that video is inexcusable. I take full responsibility for my actions in that video. I'm disgusted. I was disgusted then when I did it. I'm disgusted now.»

Austin Butler, the rising star in Hollywood, has been at the center of speculation regarding his potential role in the much-anticipated sequel, Heat 2. Known for his versatile acting skills and compelling on-screen presence, Butler has been a favorite topic among fans and media alike. Recently, Butler addressed these rumors, offering insights into his upcoming projects.

Single Dad Lockdown and published in the Tiny Love Stories section of the New York Times, the snippet was a masterclass in how much—rhythm, tension, emotion and catharsis—could be packed into barely a paragraph. Now, in his debut collection Leech & Other Stories, Adiga builds on his remarkable skill.

The Boy and the Heron, the young protagonist Mahito follows a mysterious Heron (with a set of teeth and a twinkle in his eyes) through a life-changing adventure. Like many other Miyazaki movies, this one too tells complex stories through deceptively simple tropes—a boy, a talking animal, creatures both odd and good-looking. It strikes me that there is a larger metaphor in having an animal carry a message.

Bridgerton Season 3 unfolds, viewers find themselves captivated not only by the romantic entanglements but also by the strained friendship between Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Eloise Bridgerton (Claudia Jessie). Their once unbreakable bond faces challenges and uncertainties, leaving fans wondering if their friendship will withstand the test of time.

Outer Range' Season 2 were made available for streaming on Prime Video, the obvious question being asked was, whether its sequel will come. The plot of the second season makes it clear that the nature of Abbott’s hole, and the mystery of the strange young drifter Autumn can be easily explored further. 'Outer Range' Season 1 was praised and appreciated for its artistic treatment of the subject and it received a 79% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

The history of the Olympic barbell. Fitness science has evolved and there is something for everyone these days. This means barbells can be replaced by dumbbells, dumbbells by resistance bands, resistance bands by a kettlebell and so on.

YES Bank has launched YES Grandeur, a banking program targeted at the emerging affluent section of the society. So, only banking customers with an average monthly balance (AMB) of Rs 5 lakh or a net relationship value (NRV) of Rs 20 lakh will be eligible for the program, with additional consideration to loan relationships. “With a relentless focus on industry-first features and a profound understanding of the evolving needs of elite and emerging affluent households, YES Grandeur sets a new benchmark in personalised banking,” said Rajan Pental, Executive Director, YES Bank. YES Grandeur is aimed at enhancing and personalising the customer experience by offering unique banking, travel and lifestyle privileges. The banking benefits will include premium service, such as dedicated relationship managers, preferential rates on banking services, exemption across a host of charges, discounts on locker facilities, and a special 3-in-1 account with demat, trading and savings accounts.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority Inc. on Thursday penalized a small Los Angeles broker-dealer with a censure and a $50,000 in restitution for a variety of shortcomings including violations of Regulation Best Interest, which in 2020 became the standard of conduct for the more than 300,000 brokers and sales people registered with Finra.