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Get the appGetIn the Q2 business update, banks reported healthy loan growth, indicating robust lending activity. Meanwhile, retail companies Nykaa and DMart posted strong revenue growth during the same period, reflecting positive business performance. These results highlight a favorable economic environment for both the banking and retail sectors in the second quarter.
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ScienceBangladesh is preparing to activate its first nuclear power plant in Rooppur, aiming to reduce electricity shortages. The project has impacted the local economy and demographics, with Russian workers arriving. While some locals are hopeful about new job opportunities, others worry about safety. Efforts to build the plant have been ongoing since the 1960s with multiple agreement attempts.
Economic Times··Rooppur
PoliticsDelhi Environment Minister Majinder Singh Sirsa responded to a video showing people showering flowers and beating dhols to celebrate a CBI raid on Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's camp office and his OSD's residence in Chandigarh. The raid followed a Punjab and Haryana High Court order for a corruption probe linked to the CM's office. Sirsa said the public's reaction shows the AAP government's corruption is exposed.
News18··Chandigarh
PoliticsThe Congress party will appoint 'vote rakshaks' at all polling booths to identify and assist nearly 13.3 crore voters removed from electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). From October 25 to November 25, these workers will verify deletions, record testimonials for unfair removals, and help affected voters re-register using Form 6. The party's Connect Centre will coordinate and monitor the campaign nationwide.
Deccan Herald·
PoliticsOn October 6, over 250,000 people in France supported high school students demanding increased education funding. The protests turned violent in some areas, with police using tear gas and baton charges. Amid this unrest, French President Emmanuel Macron has remained notably silent, raising questions about his response to the crisis.
Firstpost World·
EntertainmentApoorva Mukhija, also known as The Rebel Kid, addressed the viral kissing video with Amin Jaz, revealing it was recorded a year ago at a private party without their knowledge. She recalled breaking down at Heathrow Airport after receiving numerous messages about the clip while traveling from Turkey to New York with a layover in London.
News18 Movies··London
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In the Q2 business update, banks reported healthy loan growth, indicating robust lending activity. Meanwhile, retail companies Nykaa and DMart posted strong revenue growth during the same period, reflecting positive business performance. These results highlight a favorable economic environment for both the banking and retail sectors in the second quarter.
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