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Material possessions: These serve as a symbol of success for many. But this sentiment varies based on socioeconomic standing. Rich: 36% equate owning more material possessions with success. Luxury items are seen as tangible manifestations of affluence.

Prashant Kumar Singh on Thursday said there was a need to have a green energy financing obligation on banks. Speaking at CII's Global Economic Policy Forum, Singh said banks were currently funding only a small portion of renewable energy projects while non-banking financial companies sanctioned the major portion of their requirement. Outlining the future requirement, Singh reiterated that ₹30 lakh crore investment was needed in the renewable energy sector going forward. «There is a need for a renewable energy lens and then working from that perspective,» he said. Climate change goals cannot be achieved till India de-carbonises, he added.

Gaza's civil defence agency reported that Israeli air strikes on Thursday killed at least 33 people, including 12 guards securing aid trucks in southern parts of the Palestinian territory. The latest bloodshed came just hours after the UN General Assembly called for an immediate ceasefire in the devastated territory. Seven guards were killed in a strike in Rafah, while another attack left five guards dead in Khan Yunis, agency spokesman Mahmud Bassal said.

Luigi Mangione comes from a well-known and wealthy family, thousands of dollars have been donated anonymously online to support his defence against charges related to the murder of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare. As of Wednesday afternoon, one fundraiser on GiveSendGo, a Christian-based free speech fundraising platform, had raised over $31,000 towards a $200,000 target. A recently established December 4th Legal Committee, perhaps alluding to the shooting date, established the New Jersey-based fund, as quoted in a report by USA Today. Organisers on GiveSendGo have written directly to Mangione in jail to determine how he would like to use the funds. If he rejects them, the money would be donated to legal funds for other U.S. political prisoners.

He reiterated that real economic growth this fiscal year will remain in the 6.5-7% range, as projected in the Economic Survey, despite the deceleration in the September quarter to 5.4%. The CEA was speaking at CII's Global Economic Policy Forum. Nageswaran said while the increase in the capital formation ratio since the pandemic is largely driven by the public sector, the private sector, too, has started to invest — something that will be more discernible in the coming years.

Indian Light Tank (ILT) has been developed to boost the Army's combat capabilities along the frontier with China. The latest trial of the tank followed the phase-one trial in the desert environment in September. «The Indian Light Tank has achieved a major milestone by firing a number of rounds at different ranges at an altitude of more than 4200 m, at a high altitude location with consistently accurate results,» the ministry said.

commerce secretary Sunil Barthwal said Thursday. He also said that the world needs to avoid protectionism, which creates more trade barriers and hinders movement of goods. Emphasising that one needs to avoid a mercantilist approach and should not bother too much about trade balance and imports, Barthwal said: «Because if the Indian economy is growing 7% and if the world is growing at 3-3.5% rate of growth then obviously India will be requiring more of consumption, more of imports and let me tell you that the role of imports in exports is also very, very important».

Biden administration plans to raise tariffs on solar wafers, polysilicon and some tungsten products from China to protect US clean energy businesses. The notice from the US Trade Representative's office said tariffs on Chinese-made solar wafers and polysilicon will rise to 50% from 25% and duties on certain tungsten products will increase from zero to 25%, effective on Jan. 1, following a review of Chinese trade practices under Section 301 of the 1974 Trade Act. The decision followed a public comment period after the USTR said in September that it was considering such actions.

Lok Sabha on Thursday passed a bill to strengthen the efficient working of the national and state disaster management authorities with the government emphasising that the legislation will help states in handling all disasters in a better way. The House cleared the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024 to amend the Disaster Management Act by a voice vote. Several amendments moved by opposition members were negated by the House. The government said states faced difficulties in implementing the Disaster Management Act of 2005. The proposed amendment is based on overcoming the difficulties flagged by states.

Middle East have suggested a major shift in power dynamics specifically regarding US influence under US President Joe Biden. According to Independent, following the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, the Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu swiftly occupied several villages in the Golan Heights while citing threats from anti-Israel militant groups. Independent reported that this certain action has been severely criticized as a violation of international law and the response of Joe Biden administration has been eventually perceived as really weak while the State Department officials have framed the military actions of Israel as something temporary. Also Read: Who is Bettina Anderson? The Florida socialite who was spotted holding hands with Donald Trump Jr.

Dexter: Original Sin is set to expand the story of Dexter Morgan. It will focus on his formative years. The show will feature a total of 10 episodes.

NFL is reportedly reassessing its partnership with the company of Jay-Z named Roc Nation following the extremely shocking allegations linking him to a sexual assault incident involving Sean Diddy Combs, reported The US Sun. According to The US Sun, the lawsuit which was actually filed by an unnamed woman claims that both men participated in the assault at a party in the year 2000 when she was just 13 years old. While Sean Diddy Combs is currently lodged in jail awaiting his trial for racketeering and sex trafficking, this is the very first time Jay-Z has been publicly implicated in any allegations against him. Also Read: Dexter: Original Sin: Check confirmed premiere date, time, episode schedule and where to watch

Yellowstone Season 5 Finale date is nearing as the Peacock's popular show will end ahead of Christmas 2024. Yellowstone Season 5 Finale is scheduled on Sunday, December 15 at 8 pm (ET). The show will be telecast on Paramount Network. Even though Yellowstone Season 5 Finale is almost here, there is no clarity over whether there will be season 6 or not. There are rumours that Yellowstone Season 5 Finale may witness a showdown among Jamie, Beth and Rip.

Nigel Farage has eventually emerged as the favorite to replace Sir Keir Starmer as the upcoming Prime Minister of the UK while eminent Ladbrokes have placed his odds at 5/2, reported Daily Star. According to Daily Star, this certain shift in betting comes amidst a surge of support for The Reform UK party of Nigel Farge while the party is now being seen as a potential contender for the most seats in the next general election. Kemi Badenoch who is the current Tory leader eventually follows with odds of 3/1 while Angela Rayner who is the Deputy Prime Minister stands at 6/1. Also Read: Bombshell lawsuit linked to Diddy scandal slowly beginning to hurt Jay-Z; now, source says NFL could end $25 million multi-year deal with his company Roc Nation

Transformers One has been released on digital platforms, allowing fans to enjoy the movie at home. The film explores the origins of iconic Transformers characters Optimus Prime and Megatron.

Defence Dialogue held in New Delhi. A key member of the 10-nation ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) grouping, Thailand is seen by India as a crucial strategic partner in the Southeast Asian region. «Both sides agreed for early establishment of joint working group to effectively steer and monitor the cooperation in the areas of defence industry,» the defence ministry said.

When asked about a U.S. law that generally prevents the military from being used in domestic law enforcement, Trump said illegal immigration amounted to an invasion that needed to be stopped. «I consider it an invasion of our country,» Trump told TIME as part of an interview naming him 'Person of the Year.' «We'll get National Guard, and we'll go as far as I'm allowed to go, according to the laws of our country.» Trump, a Republican, won reelection in November portraying migrants as dangerous criminals and promising a wide-ranging crackdown on both legal and illegal immigration, including mass deportations. He plans to pull resources from across the federal government for the deportation effort and declare a national emergency to unlock funds for enforcement, reported in November.

The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons on Monday told Syria that it is under obligations to comply with rules to safeguard and destroy dangerous substances, such as chlorine gas, after rebels entered the capital, Damascus, over the weekend. «Chemical weapons have been used in Syria on multiple occasions and victims deserve that perpetrators that we identified be brought to justice and held accountable for what they did and that investigations continue,» Fernando Arias Gonzalez, the OPCW secretary general, said in his opening remarks.

Ding Liren. The 18-year-old's victory, which sealed his triumph in the final game, has set a new milestone in the chess world. «I am just living my dream,» Gukesh said humbly after his remarkable win.

NIA team along with Assam STF raids several locations in Goalpara district and nabbed four suspects in JeM money laundering case. Sources in Assam police said, “The suspects, identified as Joynal Abedin, Shahanur Alam, Abu Taleb, and Shahanur Islam, were apprehended during night raids conducted in Hansilapara, Barpahar, Balbala, and Tukde.Couple of months’ back one mufti, Sheikh Sultan Salludin Ayubi have received money from JEM and was arrested by NIA Delhi in connection with money laundering on behalf of Jaish-e-Mohammed accounts in Kashmir. Joynal is a cleric in a mosque.”