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Donald Trump challenges Joe Biden to cognitive test but confuses name of doctor who tested him
Donald Trump suggested President Joe Biden take a cognitive test but mistakenly referred to his former physician, Rep. Ronny Jackson, as "Ronny Johnson." Trump, who took the cognitive test in 2018, questioned Biden's mental acuity during a Detroit speech. Critics seized on Trump's gaffe, with Biden's campaign highlighting the error. Trump also misrepresented a video of Biden at the G7 summit, falsely claiming Biden was confused, which Biden's campaign dismissed as misleadingly edited.
For families of hostages, it's a race against time as Israel's war reaches six-month mark
Noa Argamani was abducted from a music festival Oct. 7 when Hamas-led militants stormed into southern Israel, killing some 1,200 people and taking around 250 hostage. The video of her abduction was among the first to surface, images of her horrified face widely shared - Noa detained between two men on a motorcycle, one arm outstretched and the other held down as she screams "Don't kill me!" There's been little news about Noa, 26.
Medics fear COVID vaccine link to cricketer Shane Warne's sudden death
A leading UK-based Indian-origin consultant cardiologist and an Australian medic said on Tuesday that they fear the sudden death last year of Australian cricket legend Shane Warne may have been precipitated by the COVID mRNA vaccine that he had taken approximately nine months prior.
RBI may keep rates status quo as scenario turns favourable
The Reserve Bank of India's upcoming June 6-8 MPC meeting may result in a pause in policy measures in light of the positive economic data. April's retail inflation rate hit an 18-month low, while GDP growth was 7.2% in FY23, a whole percentage point higher than expected. While the Indian Meteorological Department predicts a normal monsoon season, El Nino could still spark temporary food shortages. Despite inflation rates being under control, the RBI has warned the war against inflation is not over.
India has become an independent powerhouse: Christoph Schweizer, BCG
It's a very connected global economy - and India is a very connected economy. So, is any place in the world immune to economic shocks and recessions? No, neither is India. India is at a 6% plus growth base, and even if there were a significant recession in Europe and the US, it would have an impact, but the growth won't go down to low single digits or negative.
Passenger vehicle sales in 2022 set to beat record estimates
India's passenger vehicle sales this year are expected to be about a quarter of a million units more than the initial projections that were themselves for record high volumes, industry executives said.
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Sourav Ganguly to continue as brand ambassador of Adani Wilmar
“We wish our dearest Dada, Sourav Ganguly, a speedy recovery and he will continue to be our brand ambassador. This a very unfortunate incident and can happen with anyone. We have only taken a temporary break in our TV commercial till we again sit with him and take things forward,” Angshu Mallick, deputy chief executive of Adani Wilmar said.
Trump's teenage son Barron tested positive for Covid-19, reveals Melania
In a blog posted on the White House website, Melania said that Barron, 14, exhibited no symptoms, a departure from herself and the president, who have both said they experienced mild symptoms.
US plans $113 million 'down payment on a new era' in Indo-Pacific: Mike Pompeo
The announcement comes at a time when trade frictions with China have given U.S. trade diplomacy a sharper edge.
BRI a made in China, made for China initiative: US official
The Belt and Road Initiative is a multi-billion-dollar initiative launched by Chinese President Xi Jinping when he came to power in 2013.
Exporters seek government intervention as Saudi Arabia halts basmati imports
Indian authorities are set to initiate dialogue with the Gulf kingdom to seek mellowing of maximum residue level (MRL) norms that are likely to hit exports of mainly rice, buffalo meat and few other food items.
How the carts of fruit chaatwallahs drive many an entrepreneurial idea
Fruit chaatwallahs should be celebrated for feeding India with a cheap plate of fresh fruit and much-needed prebiotics. Their cart drives many a biz idea.
Local rivals eat into market share of Coca-Cola, PepsiCo
Coke and PepsiCo’s local rivals said that their rising share should not cause any surprise, for they better understood Indian consumer preferences.
RBI cuts repo rate by 25 bps to 6%, these 12 stocks will be sureshot winners now
According to an ET poll among 20 participants, 17 have voted for a 25 bps cut in repo rate.
Mergers no quick fix for banking sector issues: Assocham
The report says that the government should at the present juncture look at strengthening the banking system.
Six billionaires’ toys we’d like Santa to bring us
Christmas is just around the corner, and it is time you start penning down your wish list for Santa.
Pollution in Delhi: Companies like Google and Coca-Cola equip workplaces with purifiers
Delhi’s air quality problems have become legendary, with many expats deciding to leave the city or to send their families back home.
Investment in public health yields great returns: Narayana Murthy
Investment in public health produces enormous returns in the long term, Infosys Founder and PHFI's Leadership Council Chairman N R Narayana Murthy said today.
Falling oil prices an advantage; but onus on India, China & Japan to arrest their own slowdowns
A $40 fall in oil prices can give India’s GDP growth a 0.4% bump. It will help effect policy changes that can lead to a recovery.
Cannabis strain named after Indian-American medical journalist
A new type of medical marijuana has been named after Indian-American medical journalist Sanjay Gupta, who joined a list of celebrities like US President Barack Obama who have namesake cannabis strains.
Sunday ET: Obesity fuels growth of food outlets as well as weight-loss clinics
A nation bursting with 60 mn obese people is fuelling growth of 2 mkts: one the food that makes them fat, and another that helps them get back in shape.
India Inc expects double-digit salary hikes this year: Survey
TeamLease said double-digit salary hikes are likely this year and the average salary growth in India could hit near 20 per cent levels in 2012.
Mawana Sugars to foray into edible oil segment
Mawana Sugars is planning to foray into branded edible oil segment and is targeting to capture 3-5% market share within a year, a top company executive has said.
Banking stocks to lead the rally, overweight on pharma: Anup Maheshwari
Anup Maheshwari of DSP BlackRock, says that pharma is a sector where one can pick and choose some high quality names and stay over invested.
US-India ties strong: Undersecretary of State William Burns
A senior US diplomat says India should not worry that U.S.-India ties will suffer as the Obama administration pursues closer cooperation with China.
US makes amends for Obama's annoying remarks
US is playing up the importance of India in its scheme of things.
US bank failures to cost around $100 bn: FDIC
Some analysts expect hundreds more banks to fail in the coming years. But the FDIC is fully backed by the govt. FDIC propose banks prepay fees I Cash is not only king
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