100% FDI allowed in insurance sector under automatic route, inflows for LIC capped at 20%

100% FDI allowed in insurance sector under automatic route, inflows for LIC capped at 20%

The central government on Saturday announced 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in insurance companies under the automatic route, allowing full foreign ownership in the sector. The move is expected to increase foreign participation in India’s insurance industry. Foreign investment in Indian insurance companies and intermediaries will now be allowed up to 100% of the paid-up…

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Word of the day: Exigence

Word of the day: Exigence |

Every meaningful action begins with a reason. A journalist writes because an important event demands attention, a leader speaks because a crisis requires direction, and a citizen raises a concern because silence is no longer enough. Behind every speech, article, campaign or decision, there is usually a circumstance that makes action necessary rather than optional….

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BPCL posts Rs 3,962 crore Q1 loss as high crude prices squeeze fuel margins

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd: BPCL posts Rs 3,962 crore Q1 loss as high crude prices squeeze fuel margins

BPCL reported its first quarterly loss in 15 quarters (file photo) State-owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) on Wednesday reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 3,962.13 crore for the April-June quarter of FY2026-27, its first quarterly loss in 15 quarters, as elevated crude oil prices and regulated fuel prices eroded marketing margins.The company had…

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<b>Who is Jason Arday? Cambridge professor resigns amid plagiarism allegations</b>

Who is Jason Arday? Cambridge professor resigns amid plagiarism allegations | World News

Jason Arday/Image: St Mary’s University Jason Arday, a sociology professor who became one of the University of Cambridge’s most high-profile academics, has resigned after facing allegations of plagiarism, and the university has announced fresh investigations into his academic qualifications, career history, and ongoing complaints of academic misconduct.Arday announced his immediate resignation on Wednesday, saying the…

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IPL 2026: Bhuvneshwar Kumar equals unwanted all-time IPL record during SRH carnage

IPL 2026: Bhuvneshwar Kumar equals unwanted all-time IPL record during SRH carnage | Cricket News

Bhuvneshwar Kumar found himself on the wrong side of IPL history on Friday after enduring a nightmare outing against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad. The experienced Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer conceded 50-plus runs in an IPL innings for the ninth time in his career, equalling an unwanted all-time record held by Mohammed Shami. Despite being one…

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'CAs play vital role in nation’s economic health’, says Bhargava

‘CAs play vital role in nation’s economic health’, says Bhargava

Pradeep Bhargava says CAs play a vital role in India’s economic health at ICAI Pune convocation PUNE: Stressing that chartered accountants play a key role in maintaining the country’s economic health, noted industrialist and social activist Dr. Pradeep Bhargava urged newly qualified CAs to focus on establishing themselves as independent professionals while upholding ethics and…

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“Life without endeavour is like entering a jewel mine and coming out...”

“Life without endeavour is like entering a jewel mine and coming out…”

Japanese proverbs are renowned for conveying life lessons in an easy but powerful way through imagery. They have been handed down from generation to generation and usually highlight virtues like determination, discipline, patience, humility and self-improvement. Most Japanese proverbs are based on life experiences, nature and work. One such attributed Japanese proverb states: “Life without…

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