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Ronaldo Promised Georgina Millions & Real Estate in Shocking Prenup Agreement

22 Aug 2025 9:36 am
Economy outlook: RBI Governor at MPC meet says economy shows strength and stability; cautions on tariff uncertainty and inflation risk

Reserve Bank of India's Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted the Indian economy's strength and stability at the recent MPC meeting, advocating for vigilance regarding evolving US tariffs. The MPC voted to maintain the short-term lending rate at 5.5%. Members favored a data-driven, neutral stance, acknowledging resilient growth alongside concerns about global risks and uneven industrial performance.

20 Aug 2025 10:27 pm
Varanasi prepares action plan to boost district GDP for one trillion dollar economy goal of UP

Varanasi is developing a concrete action plan to boost the district's GDP, aligning with Uttar Pradesh's ambitious goal of becoming a one trillion-dollar economy. District Magistrate Satyendra Kumar emphasized qualitative growth across primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors, focusing on agriculture, industry registration, and accurate data reporting.

20 Aug 2025 3:46 pm
Omans real estate breaks records: The Arc at Yiti sells most expensive penthouse for over OMR 2 million

The Arc at The Sustainable City Yiti has set a national record with the sale of Omans most expensive penthouse, exceeding OMR 2 million. This milestone reflects soaring demand for sustainable luxury living. Developed by Diamond Developers and OMRAN, the project aligns with Oman Vision 2040, offering net-zero emissions, smart infrastructure, and a future-ready urban lifestyle.

20 Aug 2025 3:32 pm
Sab ke boss to hum hain: Rajnath Singh's big veiled attack on Trump tariffs; 'bid to damage economy'

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh criticized the US President's tariff hikes on Indian imports, suggesting that some global powers are attempting to hinder India's economic progress due to jealousy over its rapid growth. Despite these challenges, Singh asserted India's unstoppable rise as a major global power, highlighting the country's increasing defence exports as a sign of resilience and strength.

10 Aug 2025 2:36 pm
Netanyahu meets Indian envoy: Focus on security, economy; talks held amid US tariff pressure

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and India's ambassador J.P. Singh convened to explore enhanced collaboration, emphasizing security and economic ties. This meeting occurs as both nations navigate tariffs imposed by the US, with India facing levies due to Russian oil purchases and Israel dealing with a 15% tariff on US imports.

7 Aug 2025 9:10 pm
TN boosts gig economy welfare; Rs 20K e-scooter subsidy cleared; group insurance for 50,000 workers

The Tamil Nadu government has approved two welfare measures for gig workers, allocating 4 crore for subsidies of 20,000 each to 2,000 registered workers for purchasing e-scooters. Additionally, a group insurance scheme for 50,000 gig workers has been sanctioned with an allocation of 66.

7 Aug 2025 10:08 am
'He has his reasons': Shashi Tharoor sidesteps Rahul Gandhi's 'dead economy' remark; raises trade concerns

Shashi Tharoor declined to comment on Rahul Gandhi's agreement with Donald Trump's assessment of the Indian economy. Tharoor emphasized the importance of maintaining strong economic ties with the US, highlighting India's significant exports. He urged support for negotiators to secure a fair deal for India and advocated for exploring alternative export regions.

3 Aug 2025 8:34 am
Dead economy remark: Kiren Rijijus not a child jibe at Rahul Gandhi; calls out anti-India stance

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized Rahul Gandhi for echoing Donald Trump's dead economy remarks, deeming it an anti-India stance. Rijiju urged Gandhi to act with the dignity expected of an opposition leader, rather than attacking the government. Gandhi had listed reasons for India's economic decline, blaming Modi's policies and alleging favoritism towards Adani.

1 Aug 2025 3:31 pm
'Not the case': Shashi Tharoor asked about Trumps 'dead economy' remark; counters Rahuls stance once more

Shashi Tharoor contradicted Rahul Gandhi's agreement with Donald Trump's assessment of the Indian economy. While Rahul Gandhi claimed PM Modi had killed the economy, Tharoor stated that this was not the case. Trump had suggested India and Russia could ake their dead economies down together, a statement Rahul Gandhi supported.

1 Aug 2025 1:27 pm
Rajeev Shukla, Shashi Tharoor contradict Rahul Gandhi's stance on economy

Amidst Rahul Gandhi's endorsement of Trump's dead economy remark, Congress leaders like Rajeev Shukla and Shashi Tharoor offered differing perspectives. Shukla refuted Trump's assessment, emphasizing India's economic strength and past reforms. Tharoor viewed US tariffs as a potential bargaining tactic during ongoing trade negotiations, urging support for negotiators while acknowledging potential damage to exports if a favorable deal isn't reached.

1 Aug 2025 4:17 am
Evening news wrap: Goyal's 'economy' check after Trump's remarks; all 7 acquitted in Malegaon bomb blast case and more

Piyush Goyal affirmed India's trade stance after US tariffs. A special court acquitted all accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case. A Chhattisgarh trafficking victim claimed Bajrang Dal coerced her statement. An SIT unearthed skeletal remains in Dharmasthala mass-burial probe. Myanmar's junta ended emergency rule and scheduled December elections amid opposition boycott. These are the key developments.

31 Jul 2025 6:00 pm
Congress vs Congress: Rahul Gandhi backs Donald Trumps dead economy remark; Rajeev Shukla pushes back saying 'US Prez is wrong'

A public disagreement erupted within the Congress party after Rahul Gandhi supported Donald Trump's assertion that the Indian economy is dead. Rajeev Shukla, a fellow Congress MP, countered, affirming the economy's robustness and citing contributions from past governments. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi also dismissed Trump's statement, highlighting India's position as a top-five global economy.

31 Jul 2025 2:52 pm
'Stated a fact': Rahul Gandhi echoes Trumps dead economy remark on India; takes aim at PM Modi

Rahul Gandhi, echoing Donald Trump's assessment, declared the Indian economy dead, citing the Modi administration's policies. He blamed the Adani-Modi partnership, demonetization, flawed GST, and the failure of 'Assemble in India' for the economic decline. Trump criticized India's high tariffs and suggested India and Russia could face economic downturns together.

31 Jul 2025 1:54 pm
Would you rather we switch off our economy, Indian envoy asks, defending buying oil from Russia

Vikram Doraiswami, the Indian High Commissioner to the UK, defended India's oil purchases from Russia. He cited long-standing security ties and energy needs. Doraiswami addressed concerns about a potential India-Russia-China pact. He clarified it was a past trilateral meeting format for security coordination. He emphasized India's desire for peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict.

29 Jul 2025 4:34 pm
America may scrap OPT putting Indian talent at risk: Can the US tech economy survive the blow?

A Republican-led bill, H.R. 2315, aims to eliminate the OPT programme, jeopardising post-study work rights for international studentsespecially Indians, who dominate STEM-OPT participation. Critics call it a job theft loophole, but data shows OPT fuels U.S. innovation, university funding, and tech firms. Killing it could gut Americas global talent pipelineand its competitive edge.

29 Jul 2025 8:04 am
'Switch off our economy?' High commissioner to UK schools Western journalist on Russian oil; Doraiswami says Europe buys from same source it denies India

Indian High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami defended India's oil imports from Russia, highlighting the nation's position as the third-largest energy consumer importing over 80% of its needs. He questioned the feasibility of halting the economy and pointed out the hypocrisy of Western nations buying other resources from countries they restrict India from trading with.

28 Jul 2025 2:24 pm
Dairy boost: Assam rolls out Rs 5 per litre milk subsidy; CM Himanta Biswa Sarma launches plant expansion to support rural economy

Assam's dairy sector receives a boost with a new government subsidy of Rs 5 per litre for dairy farmers, launched by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. This initiative aims to encourage higher milk production, improve farmer earnings, and stimulate a rural dairy revolution.

20 Jul 2025 11:30 pm
Postal dept may exploit real estate commercially: Jyotiraditya Scindia

The Department of Posts is planning to commercially develop its prime real estate holdings to boost revenue. Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated that the initiative aims to transform the 1.6 lakh post office network into a profit center. The department is currently assessing its properties, verifying title papers, and identifying potential development sites before engaging a developer.

7 Jul 2025 7:43 am
'India now fourth-largest economy in world...soon to become third': CM Yogi after PM Modi completes 11 years in office

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted India's economic growth under Prime Minister Modi's 11-year tenure, noting its rise to the fourth-largest global economy and a doubling of per-capita income. He emphasized the shift in India's approach to terrorism, advocating for peace but asserting a strong response to threats through surgical and air strikes.

10 Jun 2025 8:13 pm