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Markets regulator Sebi has rolled out an investor awareness campaign on All India Radio (AIR) to warn against fraudulent activities in the securities market, particularly those executed through social media platforms.The initiative, the regulator said, aims to “caution investors to protect themselves from fraudsters, to curb fraudulent activities taking place on social media platforms, and to protect the interest of …

ONS says the economy expanded by 0.3%, down from 0.7% in the first three months of 2025 Source link

Gold rate today: Gold prices in the national capital rose Rs 400 to Rs 1,01,420 per 10 grams on Thursday, supported by fresh buying from stockists and firm global trends, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The yellow metal of 99.9% purity had closed at Rs 1,01,020 in the previous session.Gold of 99.5% purity also gained Rs 400 to …

National Grid has agreed to sell one of its major gas facilities, Grain LNG, for £1.66bn to a group that includes British Gas owner Centrica and Energy Capital Partners (ECP). The sale still needs approval from regulators and the government. If approval is received, National Grid expects the transaction to be complete by the end of the year. Grain LNG …

Half-full or half-empty? These latest UK gross domestic product (GDP) figures bring alive the classic metaphor about what exactly is in the glass. The reality is that growth of 0.3% in the spring quarter between April and June is a slowing from the start of the year’s 0.7% expansion. Yet at the same time, the news is positive because the …

Eben Morrish-Croad BBC News, Somerset Clare Walsh Two food banks in Somerset have said an increase in demand coupled with a drop in donations is having a huge impact A woman who uses a food bank said she would not be able to eat without the services they provide. Alison Pope from Chard, Somerset goes to the Lord’s Larder food …

But many taxpayers make the mistake of not mentioning exempt incomes in their income tax return. (AI image) ITR filing FY 2024-25: PPF interest is tax free. So is the interest coming from tax free bonds. The maturity proceeds of life insurance plans are also exempt from tax. But while the taxman lets you pocket these tax free incomes, he …

Thousands of firms have the certification, but some think the rules aren’t strict enough Source link

India and China are both worried about the potential trade imbalance in the pharmaceutical sector. (AI image) US President Donald Trump’s tariff war with India and China, may result in the two countries forging better trade ties. India and China are expected to begin discussions soon on a trade package involving the supply of essential rare earth magnets, fertilizers, and …

Getty Images UK economic growth slowed between April and June, according to official figures, but was better than expected. The economy expanded by 0.3%, down from 0.7% in the first three months of the year, the Office for National Statistics said. The biggest rise came from the construction industry while services also grew. The UK government has made boosting economic …