Aging population : CEA Nageswaran urges long-term savings for India’s elderly; warns of demographic shift

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran has emphasised the need for long-term savings to ensure financial security as India’s elderly population expands in the coming decades. Speaking at the ‘NPS Diwas Conference on Inclusive Pensions, Innovative Solutions: Strengthening Retirement Security in India,’ he said as quoted ANI, “We have enormous responsibility towards the population at…

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People with THESE 4 conditions should refrain from consuming chia seeds

Hailed as ‘super food’, chia seeds are extremely popular around the world. These tiny seeds are undoubtedly rich in fiber, proteins, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and other essential minerals. Numerous studies have recognized chia seeds and their benefits ranging from weight management to improved heart health. Despite the advantages, chia seeds aren’t ‘everyone’s bowl of…

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Thane deputy municipal commissioner detained for ‘accepting’ 35 lakh bribe | Mumbai News

Mumbai/Thane: The anti-corruption bureau (ACB) Wednesday detained Shankar Patole, deputy municipal commissioner of Thane Municipal Corporation’s anti-encroachment department, for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 35 lakh.Officials said Patole had allegedly demanded money from Abhiraj Developers proprietor Abhijit Kadam. He had already received Rs 10 lakh earlier and was allegedly caught red-handed while accepting another…

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Women’s World Cup: Ashleigh Gardner shines as Australia beat New Zealand by 89 runs | Cricket News

Ashleigh Gardner played a match-winning innings, scoring an unbeaten century, as the defending champions thrashed New Zealand by 89 runs (PTI Photo) Australia’s seasoned all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner played a match-winning innings, scoring an unbeaten century, as the defending champions thrashed New Zealand by 89 runs in their ICC Women’s World Cup opener on Wednesday. Gardner’s…

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US job data: Private sector sheds 32,000 jobs in September; ADP report shows slowdown despite wage growth

The US private sector lost 32,000 jobs in September, according to payroll processor ADP, defying analysts’ expectations of employment growth. The biggest losses came in leisure and hospitality, professional services, and financial activities, AFP reported.Hiring also contracted in trade, transportation and utilities, along with manufacturing, the report showed.“Despite the strong economic growth we saw in…

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