2020 ELECTIONS IN INDIA
50% US tariffs are harsh and unsustainable, change certain: Anand Shah, ICICI Prudential AMC
ICICI Prudential’s Anand Shah expects tariff resolution through dialogue. He advises tilting portfolios to 50% equity allocation given current valuations, and favours consumer services and manufacturing over IT and FMCG as bottom-up stock selection becomes key to generating alpha. By Sameer Bhardwaj.
PM Modi congratulates Jamaican PM Andrew Holness for his third consecutive victory
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Andrew Holness on his Jamaica Labour Party's third consecutive victory in the recent parliamentary election. Holness secured a third term with at least 34 seats in the 63-seat parliament, while the People's National Party secured 29 seats. Despite low voter turnout, Holness acknowledged the challenges and pledged to work towards a better Jamaica.
Trump Address Tonight from White House Oval Office: What is it about? Here's the timings
Trump Address Tonight will be delivered from the White House Oval Office at 4 p.m. EST. The televised event follows tariff disputes, India-Russia-China cooperation, and online health rumors about the US President.
AMFI announces appointment of new Chairman and Vice Chairman
AMFI has appointed Sundeep Sikka as its new Chairman and Vishal Kapoor as Vice Chairman, effective immediately. The leadership change follows the tenure of outgoing Chairman Navneet Munot and Vice Chairman Anthony Heredia, as the industry body continues its work on investor protection and mutual fund growth.
Pavitra Rishta actor Priya Marathe dies after battling cancer: Irrfan Khan to Nargis to Rishi Kapoor, 7 Bollywood celebs who lost their lives to cancer
Marathi and TV actress Priya Marathe passed away at 38 after a prolonged battle with cancer. She is not the first actress who has died due to cancer. Here's the list of other Bollywood celebrities, including Irrfan Khan, Nargis Dutt, Vinod Khanna, Rishi Kapoor, Feroz Khan, Simple Kapadia, and Rajesh Khanna, who also succumbed to the disease.
How NRIs in the UAE can change their address on Indian passport
NRIs in the UAE can update their Indian passport address by reissuing it through BLS International Services UAE, requiring an appointment and specific documents like utility bills or Aadhaar. Address changes based on a spouse or parent necessitate a notarized NOC or affidavit. Since 2020, NRIs without an Indian home can include their UAE address with tenancy contract proof.
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Eric Trump’s big statement on ‘Trump is Dead’ rumour; Biden angle finds space as conspiracy theories gain currency
Following rumours of Trump’s ill-health, son, Eric, comes to his rescue claiming it is a result of a ‘left’ attack on his father. Critics point out irony in accusation, after Eric and President Trump' s popular barrage against former President Joe Biden through two terms of Trump-era presidency
Trump's Brahmin-baiter advisor Navarro is an oddball
Peter Navarro, Trump's trade advisor, continues his criticism of India, accusing it of funding Russia's war through discounted oil and alleging Brahmin profiteering. He previously labeled the conflict "Modi's war" and India a "Kremlin laundromat," advocating for tariffs despite China's larger Russian oil purchases.
PM Modi-Xi Jinping meet: From trade to rare earths, big issues on the table
Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping met in Tianjin to discuss economic cooperation and border stability. India wants fair trade and access to imports like rare earths. Both countries plan to resume flights and streamline visas. Modi also met Vladimir Putin to discuss Ukraine and US tariffs. He emphasized stable India-China relations for regional peace.
Queen Camilla faced sexual assault in her teens, thrashed man with her shoe, new book reveals
Queen Camilla faced a sexual assault attempt as a teenager. She defended herself using her shoe. The incident occurred on a train to Paddington Station. Camilla informed authorities, leading to the attacker's arrest. She has since advocated for victims of domestic violence. Camilla supports charities like SafeLives. She raises awareness globally, visiting abuse centers and discussing efforts in her documentary.
RERA Impact: Arrest warrant issued against builder who failed to pay compensation to property buyer for 14 year delay in possession
Haryana RERA has directed the arrest of a builder's directors. This action follows their failure to compensate a property buyer. The buyer faced a 14-year delay in property possession. Despite a 2022 order for Rs 8.6 lakh compensation, the builder did not pay. The arrest warrants target directors, including one abroad. Read below to know how the property buyer won.
India's Russian oil gains wiped out by Trump's tariffs
India's increased Russian oil imports, saving billions, now face disruption due to new U.S. tariffs, potentially slashing exports and impacting jobs. This strains the delicate balance between India's vital partnerships with both Russia and the U.S., forcing a recalibration of its foreign policy amid geopolitical pressures and economic concerns. The situation could also embolden China as a counterbalance.
Cloaking political partisanship in language of judicial independence: 56 ex-judges on 18 ex-judges' statement
In a sharp divide within the judiciary, 56 former judges have criticized 18 of their peers for defending opposition vice-presidential candidate B Sudershan Reddy against Home Minister Amit Shah's criticism. The 56 judges argue that the 18 are misusing judicial independence for political purposes, undermining the judiciary's neutrality.
People outside INDIA bloc alliance coming forward to help: Opposition VP candidate
Opposition's vice presidential candidate B Sudershan Reddy expressed gratitude for support from outside the INDIA bloc, emphasizing his candidature based on merit and principle. He highlighted meetings with Arvind Kejriwal and MK Stalin, while addressing Amit Shah's Naxalism charge by referencing his Supreme Court verdict. Reddy stressed the vice president's office as a constitutional one, vowing to uphold constitutional values.
With no withdrawal, all set for direct contest between NDA, opposition for VP's post
C. P. Radhakrishnan, representing the ruling NDA, and B. Sudershan Reddy, the joint opposition candidate, are set to compete in the vice-presidential election on September 9. Both candidates hail from southern India, with Radhakrishnan from Tamil Nadu and Reddy from Telangana. The electoral college consists of 782 members of Parliament, and the votes will be counted on the same day.
UGC proposes opportunity to study ancient Indian mathematics for undergraduate students
Undergraduate students will soon have the chance to explore ancient Indian mathematics. The University Grants Commission suggests universities introduce courses on traditional Indian systems. The curriculum will draw from classical texts like Surya Siddhanta and Aryabhatiya. These subjects will be electives under the National Education Policy 2020. The aim is to highlight India's mathematical contributions.
India hires US lobbying firm with Trump connection ahead of 50% tariff hike on exports
Ahead of the U.S. imposing 50% tariffs on Indian exports, the Indian Embassy in Washington has hired a second lobbying firm, Mercury Public Affairs, for $75,000/month to handle lobbying and strategic communications. This move follows concerns that India was being outpaced by Pakistan in U.S. influence efforts and comes amid criticism over India's continued purchase of discounted Russian crude oil, which has contributed to the new U.S. tariff hike.
India's healthcare chains set their hearts on foreign patients
Indian healthcare providers are aggressively pursuing a larger share of the medical tourism market, fueled by a significant increase in foreign patients seeking treatment. Tourist arrivals for medical reasons have surged, with hospitals now attracting patients from Europe and the UK, in addition to traditional markets.
Suvendu trains guns on Mamata's Bhabanipur, TMC zooms in on Nandigram
West Bengal's political arena is heating up as Suvendu Adhikari targets Mamata Banerjee's Bhabanipur constituency, commissioning surveys to identify weaknesses. Simultaneously, TMC is intensifying efforts in Adhikari's Nandigram stronghold, with Abhishek Banerjee leading strategic meetings.
After scrutiny of nominations, direct contest between NDA, opposition for VP's post
The vice-presidential election on September 9 will be between C P Radhakrishnan and B Sudershan Reddy. Both candidates' nominations are valid. Radhakrishnan is a BJP leader from Tamil Nadu and current Maharashtra governor. Reddy is a former Supreme Court judge from Telangana. The election is viewed as an ideological battle. Radhakrishnan has political and administrative experience.
Empty cries of ‘vote chori’ only chip away at democracy’s foundations
The Opposition's 'vote chori' accusations against the Election Commission (EC) are viewed as a common political tactic after electoral losses, similar to election denialism seen elsewhere. Such allegations, without concrete evidence, undermine the EC's credibility and erode public faith in the democratic process. This damages both the institution and the Opposition's reputation.
Who is Trump’s trade guru giving gyan to India?
Peter Navarro, a key architect of Trump's trade policies, criticizes India's purchase of Russian oil, deeming it detrimental to isolating Russia's economy. He warns that India's actions could jeopardize its strategic partnership with the US, while also highlighting the US's double standards in punishing India while ignoring China's similar actions.
Who is CP Radhakrishnan? From Tiruppur roots to NDA’s Vice Presidential nominee; all you need to know
The National Democratic Alliance has nominated Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan for Vice President. Radhakrishnan, the current Maharashtra Governor, brings decades of political experience. He has served as a Member of Parliament and held leadership roles within the BJP. His career includes grassroots activism and gubernatorial duties. Radhakrishnan is also known for his sports enthusiasm and extensive international travels.
Modi heads to China — a delicate step in the dragon-elephant tango
Amidst fragile relations and border tensions, Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to China signals a calculated step in geopolitics. Facilitated by a pact at the BRICS summit, the visit, tied to the SCO summit, aims to foster regional stability and address trade imbalances. India navigates complex relationships, balancing engagement with China and continued collaboration with the US.
Bihar SIR row: Two EPIC numbers being made for all BJP people, alleges RJD's Tejashwi Yadav in poll-bound Bihar
Bihar ECI Sir: Tejashwi Yadav claims the Election Commission is assisting the Bharatiya Janata Party in manipulating Bihar's voter lists. He alleges the BJP leaders and workers are getting multiple voter IDs. Yadav also says people from other states are being added to Bihar's voter list. Vijay Sinha says he will respond to the notice regarding holding two voter IDs.
Sushmita Sen’s surprising connection with Donald Trump: She has met him many times. And what does she really think of him?
Sushmita Sen once managed the Miss India Universe franchise. This was during Donald Trump's ownership of Miss Universe. Sen clarifies Trump was not her direct boss. She reported to Paramount Communications and Madison Square Garden. Sen met Trump but did not elaborate on the encounters. She expressed an unfavorable impression of him. Trump owned Miss Universe from 1996 to 2015.
Pay Commission expected to benefit GDP, consumer categories: Aditya Sood
InCred Asset's Aditya Sood anticipates a festival season boost amidst tariff concerns and FII selling. He expects a rural consumption rebound driven by rising gold prices and balance sheet improvements. Sood is optimistic about low unit consumption categories and foresees a 1% GDP boost from the upcoming Pay Commission, benefiting consumer sectors.
Trump endorses Lindsey Graham for 2026 Senate race during surprise call
Donald Trump surprised Senator Lindsey Graham with a phone call during a public gathering, offering his "full endorsement" for Graham's 2026 re-election bid in South Carolina. Graham, seeking a fifth term, expressed gratitude and pledged to continue delivering the "America First" agenda.
Trade stalemate: It's all about Indian kisan vs American farmers
Trade negotiations between India and US have reached a standstill due to disagreements over agricultural and dairy market access. US President Trump's tariffs and Indian Prime Minister Modi's commitment to protecting Indian farmers have intensified the conflict. The US is pushing for access to agriculture, dairy and fishery sectors, while India is resisting to protect its farmers.
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