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Has Melania struck deal with Donald Trump to be part-time first lady if he gets second term? The Inside Story

Melania Trump plans a part-time First Lady role if Donald Trump wins in 2025, prioritizing her son Barron's college years in New York City over full-time duties in Washington, D.C., due to her changed perspective on the unpaid position.

India Inc now picks its C-level champions from indoor pool

Indian companies like Mahindra and Aditya Birla Group are increasingly focusing on internal talent pipelines for leadership roles, showcasing a shift towards nurturing seasoned professionals for longer tenures within the organization.

Section 80C deduction in Budget 2024: Will the government increase Section 80C limit under the old income tax regime in Budget?

Section 80C deduction in Budget 2024: The 80C limit has not increased in line with many people's income and costs. Because of this gap, many taxpayers use the entire 80C limit. This is why many want this limit to be increased.

Bond inclusion positive for banks; return of FII flows to benefit private banks: Pranav Gundlapalle, Sanford C Bernstein

Private sector banks, particularly HDFC Bank, are poised for growth and profitability. Indian bond inclusion may impact liquidity and interest rates, benefiting the banking sector. Public banks face challenges in profitability and growth compared to private counterparts. Regulatory actions in the NBFC sector may favor established players like Muthoot, says Pranav Gundlapalle.

ITR filing FY23-24: Up to Rs 1.5 lakh tax deductions available under Section 80C only if you do this

The deductions under Section 80C of the Income-tax Act, 1961, allow taxpayers to reduce their taxable income under the old tax regime. Investors have to make special investments or incur certain expenses to claim deductions under Section 80C. Don't forget to claim these tax deductions when you are filing an income tax return (ITR) for the financial year 2023-24 or assessment year 2024-25. Which investments qualify for deductions under Section 80C? Who can claim deductions under Section 80C? Read here to find out.

Nikesh Arora: Meet the Indian-origin CEO earning more than Google’s Sundar Pichai, Microsoft’s Satya Nadella

The report from data analytics firm C-Suite Comp featured two lists based on different metrics: "total compensation granted" in 2023 and "compensation actually paid." Sundar Pichai of Google and Satya Nadella of Microsoft, despite their prominent positions and successful years, did not appear on either list. Nikesh Arora is the only Indian-American to make it to the list of the top 10 highest-paid CEOs in the United States. Here's all you need to know about the Indian-origin CEO .

India's top athletics stars vie for Olympics berths at National Inter-State C'ships

Exciting battles await at the National Inter-State Championships as athletes strive for Paris Olympics qualification, showcasing their talents and determination in various track and field events.

Supreme Court upholds HC ruling that prevented Haryana govt to grant extra marks to state domiciles

The Supreme Court upheld a Punjab and Haryana High Court ruling preventing the Haryana government from granting 5% marks to state domiciles in certain recruitment posts based on socio-economic criteria. Justices A S Oka and Rajesh Bindal rejected Haryana SSC's appeal against the High Court's decision to cancel additional marks for Haryana residents in the 2023 Common Entrance Test, ordering fresh exams for Group C and D positions.

'Great Resignation' enters third year as workers embrace AI, upskilling, PwC says

A PwC survey found a higher proportion of workers planning to switch employers in 2024 compared to 2022. Workers are embracing GenAI and prioritizing upskilling amidst workplace uncertainty.

Did China's Long March 2C rocket fail and its debris fall on villagers? The in-depth story

Suspected Chinese rocket debris was observed landing over a village in southwest China. The Space Variable Objects Monitor satellite, created by France and China to study gamma-ray bursts, was carried by the rocket

SC dismisses Haryana's plea against quashing of extra marks policy, says move 'populist measure'

The Supreme Court upheld a Punjab and Haryana High Court ruling that quashed the Haryana government's policy of awarding extra marks to local residents in recruitment exams, labeling it a "populist measure." The policy, which granted bonus marks based on socioeconomic criteria, was deemed unconstitutional. The Supreme Court dismissed the Haryana Staff Selection Commission's appeal, emphasizing that such policies unfairly advantage certain candidates.

US military looks for West Africa 'Plan B' after Niger ousting

Air Force General C.Q. Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is visiting Africa to explore options for maintaining a U.S. presence in West Africa after Niger decided to expel the U.S. military in favor of partnering with Russia. Brown mentioned opportunities to work with countries in West Africa to possibly relocate capabilities from Niger to other locations. However, replicating the U.S. counter-terrorism presence in Niger seems unlikely. The changing political landscape in the region, with several coups, presents challenges for U.S. strategy. The U.S. is evaluating its goals and relationships in the region amid these changes.

6 step skincare routine for glowing skin in monsoon

GST council has taken some far-reaching steps: Pratik Jain, PwC India

The GST on petrol and diesel and all the passenger fuels will take a lot of time. GST on ATF and natural gas could come in hopefully soon, but for other petroleum products like petrol and diesel and other passenger fuels, where a lot of revenue is involved, it will take some time, says Pratik Jain, Partner, PwC India

Anti-infiltration operation: Terrorist's body recovered in J-K

Security forces recovered the body of a terrorist killed in an anti-infiltration operation along the Line of Control in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday. The operation, launched on June 22, targeted suspicious movements near the LoC. The Chinar Corps confirmed one terrorist was killed, with the operation still ongoing. Although initial reports suggested two terrorists were killed, only one body has been recovered so far.

Beauty secrets: Inside India's booming beauty industry that relies on hundreds of contract manufacturers

Nishit Dedhia, the MD and cofounder of Kain Cosmeceuticals, is leading a tour of his cosmetics manufacturing facility in Khopoli, Maharashtra. The facility produces a variety of beauty products for the growing direct-to-consumer market in India.

Heatwave in Delhi: Temperature reaches 52°C, the highest in 60 years; night temp at 38°C

How to watch the 2024 US Open Golf Tournament: Schedule and streaming options

Golf enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the 124th U.S. Open, the third major tournament of the year, scheduled to start at Pinehurst Resort & C.C. (Course No. 2) from June 13-16. Defending champion Wyndham Clark will face strong competition from top contenders.

RInfra to raise $350 mn via overseas bonds

Reliance Infrastructure plans to raise $350 million through FCCBs to repay debt and start electric power generation businesses.

Shah, Shivraj, Scindia, Paatil: New ministers among top 10 with highest victory margins

Amit Shah, who was the home minister in Modi 2.0 won from Gandhinagar by a margin of more than 7.44 lakh votes. Jyotiraditya Scindia, who was the aviation minister in the previous Modi government, won from Guna in Madhya Pradesh by more than 5.40 lakh votes.

Security agencies to take necessary steps to maintain stability along LoC, says senior Army officer

General Officer Commanding (GoC) of Army 15 Corps Lt General Rajiv Ghai was talking to reporters at the Bipin Rawat Stadium in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district after a function to felicitate Kargil War veterans on the 25th anniversary of Vijay Diwas.

Ex-Tamil Nadu CM Panneerselvam supporters quit his faction, call for unity in AIADMK

Two supporters of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and ousted AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam have quit his faction and blamed him for "choosing a wrong path." They teamed up with former AIADMK leader K C Palanisami and appealed to AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami and Panneerselvam to merge their factions and strive for the united AIADMK's victory in the 2026 Assembly election.

Surprise poll results impact startups' plans, and other top stories this week

In a week charged with political buzz, the BJP government came back to power after a stormy election, but without a full majority that left it dependent on the whims of its alliance partners. Unnerved, the markets went into a tailspin on counting day, with both benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty50, dropping 8% intraday. They recovered a day later as hopes of a stable government revived.