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BusinessPhoto: Business StandardUCO Bank reported a 27% increase in net profit to ₹786 crore for the quarter ending September 30, up from ₹620 crore the previous year. Total income rose to ₹8,170 crore from ₹7,421 crore. Interest income and operating profit also improved. Gross NPAs fell to 1.96%, and net NPAs dropped to 0.18%. Provisioning increased slightly to ₹444 crore, with a PCR of 98.36%.
Business Standard··Kolkata
HealthPhoto: HT HealthOn World Spine Day, Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh, senior orthopaedics consultant at Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital, Mumbai, explained that carrying bags on the same shoulder daily can negatively impact posture and cause musculoskeletal issues. While it may not cause serious spinal damage, this common habit can contribute to spinal discomfort and should be avoided to prevent long-term problems.
HT Health··Mumbai
BusinessPhoto: Economic TimesNetflix has named Peter Rice, formerly of Disney, as its new chief content officer starting October 26. He will oversee the platform's content strategy, including series and films. Bela Bajaria, who held the role since January 2023, is leaving. This change follows Netflix's recent layoff of about 1,000 employees, a 6% workforce cut.
Economic Times·
PoliticsPhoto: News18 HindiGauriganj Municipality in Amethi, established in 2015, has seen significant development over 11 years. Improvements include wide roads, parks, Amrit Sarovar, and drainage systems. A high-tech upgrade is planned. In Vishundaspur ward, an Amrit Udyan park is being developed with a selfie point, involving crores of rupees in investment.
News18 Hindi··Gauriganj
WorldPhoto: Hindustan TimesIndia and Australia are working to strengthen cultural ties through tribal art, indigenous performing arts, language preservation, and traditional knowledge. Discussions between Ranjana Chopra, Secretary of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, and Australian High Commissioner Philip Green focused on bilateral engagement via tribal artists and artisans. Plans include exhibitions, cultural showcases, and cross-cultural exchanges to promote indigenous traditions and increase visibility for tribal communities in both countries.
Hindustan Times·
BusinessPhoto: Economic TimesFairfax Financial Holdings will acquire a 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank and has been permitted by the Reserve Bank of India to reduce its ownership to 26% over 15 years. Fairfax also has two years to decide on the future of CSB Bank, considering merger or sale options. The group plans to transform IDBI Bank into a full-service financial entity.
Economic Times·
Business Standard··Kolkata
Photo: Business StandardUCO Bank reported a 27% increase in net profit to ₹786 crore for the quarter ending September 30, up from ₹620 crore the previous year. Total income rose to ₹8,170 crore from ₹7,421 crore. Interest income and operating profit also improved. Gross NPAs fell to 1.96%, and net NPAs dropped to 0.18%. Provisioning increased slightly to ₹444 crore, with a PCR of 98.36%.
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