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Pakistan Sends Troops and JF-17 Jets to Azerbaijan Victory Day Parade

8Nov

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Pakistan Sends Troops and JF-17 Jets to Azerbaijan Victory Day Parade

Islamabad/Baku: Pakistan and Azerbaijan, long-standing allies, have recently strengthened their defense and military ties, taking them to a new level. In a show of solidarity, Pakistani troops and JF-17 Thunder fighter jets have arrived in Azerbaijan to participate in the country’s Victory Day parade. The visit is accompanied by top Pakistani officials, including Army Chief General Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Pakistan’s Information Minister, Ataullah Tarar, confirmed the development on Saturday. Azerbaijan observes Victory Day on November 8 each year to commemorate its victory over Armenia in the 44-day Karabakh war of 2020. This year marks the 5th anniversary of the victory. Tarar emphasized that the Pakistan-Azerbaijan friendship remains unbreakable, highlighting the...

Major Security Lapse at Delhi Airport: British Citizen Escapes Immigration, FIR Filed

8Nov

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Major Security Lapse at Delhi Airport: British Citizen Escapes Immigration, FIR Filed

New Delhi: A significant security breach has been reported at Indira Gandhi International Airport, raising serious concerns about airport safety protocols. A British national, Fitz Patrick, arriving from Bangkok, managed to leave the airport without completing mandatory immigration formalities. The incident occurred on October 28, when Patrick arrived in Delhi and reportedly missed his connecting flight to London. Authorities are currently investigating his travel itinerary. During a routine check on October 29, immigration officials noticed Patrick’s absence and immediately informed the police. Preliminary investigations reveal that Patrick bypassed the arrival immigration e-visa area and exited the terminal, heading into the city. CCTV footage confirms the breach, and authorities are ...

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan to Visit Suttur Mutt, Karnataka; Third State Tour in a Week

8Nov

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Vice President CP Radhakrishnan to Visit Suttur Mutt, Karnataka; Third State Tour in a Week

Here’s a professional and impactful English version suitable for newspaper publication: Vice President CP Radhakrishnan to Visit Suttur Mutt, Karnataka; Third State Tour in a Week Vice President CP Radhakrishnan is set to visit Karnataka on Sunday, marking his third state tour within a week. Earlier, he visited Kerala on November 3–4 and Chhattisgarh on November 5. Key Events in KarnatakaDuring his Karnataka visit, the Vice President will participate in several significant programs. In Hassan, he will attend a commemorative event at Shravanabelagola in memory of Acharya Sri 108 Shanti Sagar Maharaj, paying homage to the revered monk. This event marks the centenary of Acharya Shanti Sagar Maharaj’s first visit to Shravanabelagola in 1925. VP Radhakrishnan will also take part...

Trump Calls India a “Dead Economy,” but Now America Faces $15 Billion Weekly Losses

8Nov

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Trump Calls India a “Dead Economy,” but Now America Faces $15 Billion Weekly Losses

The United States, under former President Donald Trump—who once labeled India a “dead economy”—is itself teetering on the brink of economic distress. The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has begun to show its severe impact, costing the country an estimated $15 billion every week. Record-Breaking ShutdownThe current shutdown, which began on October 1, has already lasted 38 days, surpassing the previous record of 35 days in 2018-19. Unlike the partial shutdown then, which affected only 10% of federal spending, this shutdown has disrupted the entire federal budget. Bloomberg reports that the ongoing shutdown is now starting to take a heavy toll on multiple sectors of the U.S. economy. Air Travel and Federal Operations Hit HardAccording to the Federal Aviation Administration, ...

These Four Stocks Made Investors Rich in Six Months: Check Out the List

8Nov

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These Four Stocks Made Investors Rich in Six Months: Check Out the List

The Indian stock market has seen limited movement over the past six months, with Nifty gaining only 5% and Sensex rising by 4%. However, a few select companies have delivered exceptional returns, rewarding their investors handsomely. In this period, four companies recorded gains of up to 298%, drawing significant attention from foreign portfolio investors (FPIs). Top Performers: BGR Energy Systems Ltd – Leading the pack, BGR Energy, which manufactures machinery for the power and petrochemical sectors, delivered a spectacular 298% return in six months. Its stock price surged from ₹101.88 to ₹406. FPI stake in the company increased from 0.01% in June to 0.10% in September. The stock closed at ₹406, up 0.83% on Friday. Soma Textiles & Industries Ltd – Engaged in the cotton busin...

How to Build a ₹1 Crore Corpus by Age 40: Expert Shares Practical Strategy

8Nov

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How to Build a ₹1 Crore Corpus by Age 40: Expert Shares Practical Strategy

In today’s era, young professionals are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of savings and investments. Many aim to accumulate a substantial corpus for retirement, ideally reaching ₹1 crore by the age of 40. Financial planner Milind Devgaonkar has shared insights on how this ambitious goal can be realistically achieved. Devgaonkar notes that reaching ₹1 crore by 40 is possible only when investors focus on consistent investing rather than chasing high returns. In a recent LinkedIn post, he explained that building a crore-rupee fund by 40 is not easy for most young adults and requires discipline over the long term. “I often hear from clients in their early 30s that they want to become crorepatis by 40,” Devgaonkar said. He added that many give up on investing long before seei...

China to Print ₹1,000 Nepalese Notes: Major Contract Awarded

8Nov

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China to Print ₹1,000 Nepalese Notes: Major Contract Awarded

In a significant development, China has secured a major contract to print high-denomination currency notes for Nepal. The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has awarded the contract to China Banknote Printing and Minting Corporation (CBPMC) for the design, printing, supply, and delivery of ₹1,000 Nepalese notes. According to officials, the project is valued at approximately $16.985 million (around ₹430 million). The Chinese company was selected based on the lowest bid and has a proven track record, having previously printed Nepalese currency in denominations of ₹5, ₹10, ₹100, and ₹500. Bank authorities confirmed that the letter of intent for this large-scale currency printing initiative was issued on Friday, marking another step in strengthening financial cooperation between Nepal and China....

Wealth Magic: ₹50 Lakh in the Bank Means Nothing Without Peace of Mind, Says CA Nitin Kaushik

8Nov

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Wealth Magic: ₹50 Lakh in the Bank Means Nothing Without Peace of Mind, Says CA Nitin Kaushik

New Delhi: In today’s social media era, flaunting wealth has become a common trend, with many equating display with true prosperity. However, Chartered Accountant Nitin Kaushik challenges this notion, emphasizing that real wealth goes far beyond the balance in your bank account. True Meaning of Wealth According to Kaushik, real wealth is peace of mind. He shared on X (formerly Twitter) that having ₹50 lakh in your bank account means little if you cannot sleep peacefully at night. True wealth, he says, is what gives you calm and security, not just a number in your account. Purpose of Saving and Investing Kaushik explains that saving, budgeting, and investing are not about greed but about achieving freedom. For him, “Financial freedom = mental freedom.” The ultimate purpose of we...

Sachin-Tendulkar and ‘The Wall’ Dravid Set Record That Even Rohit and Kohli Couldn’t Break

8Nov

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Sachin-Tendulkar and ‘The Wall’ Dravid Set Record That Even Rohit and Kohli Couldn’t Break

New Delhi: On this day, 8th November, Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid created a monumental partnership that still ranks among the top three highest partnerships in ODI cricket history. Known as the “God of Cricket,” Tendulkar played international cricket for nearly 24 years, setting records that continue to challenge batsmen even a decade after his retirement. A Record-Breaking Second-Wicket Stand On 8th November 1999, India faced New Zealand in the second ODI of the series at Hyderabad. After Sourav Ganguly was dismissed cheaply for 4 runs, Tendulkar and Dravid stitched an incredible 331-run partnership for the second wicket, achieved in just 278 balls. At the time, this was the highest partnership in ODI cricket history for any wicket globally. Tendulkar’s Explosive Innings ...

Rishabh Pant Injured Again: Struck Three Times in One Over, Retires Hurt Ahead of South Africa Series

8Nov

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Rishabh Pant Injured Again: Struck Three Times in One Over, Retires Hurt Ahead of South Africa Series

Bengaluru: Team India management is facing fresh concerns as Rishabh Pant, India-A captain and wicketkeeper-batsman, was forced to retire hurt during the second unofficial Test against South Africa-A in Bengaluru. On the third day of the match, Pant sustained three separate injuries from three different deliveries while batting, prompting him to leave the field in pain. Pant had recently returned to the cricket pitch after recovering from a fractured leg sustained during the England Test series. He is part of India’s squad for the upcoming senior Test series against South Africa starting 14th November. His unexpected retirement, however, has raised concern for captain Shubman Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir, currently in Australia. Three Hits in Quick Succession In the second i...