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MS Amlin signs multi-year deal for CyberCube Solutions to support cyber growth strategy
Chris Methven, Chief Growth Officer at CyberCube, said,``Our...
Maritime sector drives India’s economic surge as 95% of trade moves through sea routes
The shipping sector has expanded, with the number of Indian-flagged...
Dubai faces heavy disruption as flooding worsens
The heavy rains across the desert nation came after cloud seeding. The UAE has been carrying out seeding operations since 2002 to address water security issues, but the lack of drainage in many areas can trigger flooding, including in cities such as Dubai that’s a...
With Rs 1,09 trillion prm, Health retains its No 1 position in Indian general insurance industry in FY24
Crop insurance has seen a dip in the premium by 4 per cent to Rs 30.715 crore in Fy 24. Mumbai:With a total premium of Rs 1,09,006 crore, showing a growth of 20 per cent, Health Insurance continues to be no 1 portfolio in Rs 2.89 trillion Indian general insurance...
Nestle adds sugar to baby food sold in India but not in Europe
The report said that Nestle adds sugar to infant milk and cereal products in several countries which is a violation of international guidelines aimed at preventing obesity and chronic diseases. Violations were found only in Asian, African, and Latin American countries...
17 pc of world’s elderly population will be in India by 2050: CBRE
"India's senior population is expected to experience a remarkable 254% growth, making it the fastest-growing demographic segment globally. By 2050, India is projected to house up to 340 million seniors, constituting approximately 17% of the world's elderly population"...
Climate change could cut global income by 19 pc in 25 years finds study
The countries least responsible for climate change are predicted to suffer income loss that is 60 per cent greater than the higher-income countries and 40 per cent greater than higher-emission countries. They are also the ones with the least resources to adapt to its...
Clean up begins after at least one dead in heavy UAE rain, floods
Climate scientists say that rising global temperatures, driven by man-made climate change, is leading to more extreme weather events, including intense rainfall like the UAE storm DUBAI: - Authorities and communities across the United Arab Emirates were clearing...
Small-cap mutual funds’ assets soar 83 pc to Rs 2.43 lakh crore in FY24 on retail investor boom
The surge in assets was complemented by an increase in the number of investors, with the number of folios reaching 1.9 crore in March 2024 from 1.09 crore a year ago, adding an investor base of 81 lakh. This shows investors' inclination for small-cap funds New Delhi:...
UNFPA report reveals 24% of India’s population is under 14 years old, totaling 144 crore
The segment aged 10-24 is estimated to constitute 26 per cent, with the 15-64 age group making up 68 per cent. Additionally, 7 per cent of India's population is aged 65 years and above, with men having a life expectancy of 71 years and women 74 years New Delhi: UNFPA...
Indians increasingly spending money on mutual fund investments, insurance, trading: Razorpay analysis
As per them, mutual fund investments surged by a whopping 86 per cent, insurance payments have seen a significant 56 per cent growth and trading experienced a 62 per cent jump in value in 2023-24. "With this, we witnessed the emergence of a new India. One that is...
India to remain global growth driver in foreseeable future: IMF executive director
Krishnamurthy V Subramaniam, executive director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Asked where India stands amid the current global economy, he responded, "I think India will continue to be the driver for global growth in the foreseeable future. The maximum sort...