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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
India-Nepal discuss security, border ties; agree to deepen cooperation
The Union home ministry on Wednesday said that bilateral talks between India and Nepal were held on Monday (July 22) and both the sides reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral security cooperation as well as border management and agreed to strengthen it further. The Indian delegation was led by home secretary Govind Mohan and the Nepali delegation was led by his counterpart Gokarna Mani Duwadee. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category MBA CXO PGDM Finance Public Policy Cybersecurity healthcare Project Management Operations Management Product Management Healthcare Degree Leadership Data Science Others Management Data Analytics Technology others Digital Marketing Design Thinking MCA Artificial Intelligence Data Science Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills Financial Literacy Leadership and Management Skills Strategic Thinking Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Online MBA Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Financial Management Team Leadership & Collaboration Financial Reporting & Analysis Advocacy Strategies for Leadership Duration: 18 Months UMass Global Master of Business Administration (MBA) Starts on May 13, 2024 Get Details The deliberations included issues related to the repair and maintenance of boundary pillars, trans-border criminal activities , working of border district coordination committees, strengthening of border infrastructure, particularly ICPs, roads and railway networks, empowerment and capacity building of various security related institutions, and ways to strengthen cooperation in disaster risk reduction and management, the MHA said in a statement.
Time of India
8 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
'Hustle hard or slow down'? Mumbai founder ends the debate with a 2-phase formula
The internet loves to debate whether your twenties should be about mindful pacing or full-throttle hustle. But Mumbai-based founder Vedika Bhaia cuts through the noise with a perspective grounded in real experience — and a rocket analogy you won't forget. 'Think of your career like a rocket launch,' she wrote on LinkedIn. 'You can't break through gravity with a gentle push.' In other words, when you're starting from scratch, slow and steady just doesn't cut it. You need intense, focused effort — the kind that gets your momentum off the ground. But that doesn't mean you keep the throttle at max forever. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Data Science Cybersecurity others Data Science Finance Project Management PGDM MCA Data Analytics Others Operations Management Leadership Technology CXO Artificial Intelligence MBA Degree Digital Marketing Healthcare Management Product Management Design Thinking Public Policy Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis & Interpretation Programming Proficiency Problem-Solving Skills Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT MSc in Data Science Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Strategic Data-Analysis, including Data Mining & Preparation Predictive Modeling & Advanced Clustering Techniques Machine Learning Concepts & Regression Analysis Cutting-edge applications of AI, like NLP & Generative AI Duration: 8 Months IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Starts on Jun 26, 2024 Get Details Vedika knows this from building her own business over four years. Her journey wasn't about constant hustle or endless rest — it was about knowing when to push and when to pause. Her "blast phases" were all-in stretches of high energy, like growing her agency from zero to seven figures, creating content consistently for over three years, and upskilling during the COVID lockdowns. Those sprints made all the difference. But just as crucial were her "cruise phases" — taking workcations to recharge, stepping back to avoid burnout, and letting well-built systems keep the business running. According to her, success doesn't come from choosing hustle or ease. It comes from mastering the timing of both. Most people either move too slowly and miss their moment, or they go too fast and flame out. Vedika's advice? Learn to recognise your blast phases. Lean into them when the time is right. And once you've broken through, don't be afraid to cruise.
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Top sectors to watch in 2025 amid global uncertainty: Expert insights for Indian investors
"On the other hand, emerging markets are seeing deflationary trends. The US has gained full access to manufacturing markets like Indonesia and Vietnam, which are now being flooded with cost-effective US goods. That, combined with stronger currencies, means lower prices in these markets," says For the first time, we are seeing developed markets surprising on the upside of inflation, while inflation in emerging markets is cooling off. What's driving this divergence, and what are the implications for India? Abhishek Banerjee: To understand this divergence, we need to look at both the source of inflation in developed markets and the deflationary pressures in emerging markets. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Data Science Digital Marketing Design Thinking Management Finance Public Policy Degree Artificial Intelligence healthcare Data Analytics CXO Operations Management Healthcare MBA PGDM MCA Leadership Technology Project Management Product Management Data Science Others Cybersecurity others Skills you'll gain: Strategic Data-Analysis, including Data Mining & Preparation Predictive Modeling & Advanced Clustering Techniques Machine Learning Concepts & Regression Analysis Cutting-edge applications of AI, like NLP & Generative AI Duration: 8 Months IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Starts on Jun 26, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis & Interpretation Programming Proficiency Problem-Solving Skills Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT MSc in Data Science Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details Developed economies, especially the US, are imposing tariffs, which act like invisible taxes on consumers. This raises the landed cost of goods. Last time the US introduced tariffs on China, the Chinese yuan depreciated, offsetting the higher tariffs. This time, however, the currency weakening isn't happening—so the full burden of the tariff is being felt, fueling inflation. On the other hand, emerging markets are seeing deflationary trends. The US has gained full access to manufacturing markets like Indonesia and Vietnam, which are now being flooded with cost-effective US goods. That, combined with stronger currencies, means lower prices in these markets. India's outlook is still evolving. India may likely allow some market access to the US in exchange for tariff concessions. Interestingly, for the first time, emerging markets like India are in a position to cut rates, while developed markets are expected to raise them. We saw RBI cut the CRR by 100 basis points and follow it with a 50 bps rate cut. From a market perspective, this environment favors value investing over growth. In India, smaller companies and less-leveraged businesses may outperform as inflation trends shift globally. Let's talk about geopolitical risks. Do you think tensions are rising? What should be an investor's strategy in this environment? Is it time to move to risk-free assets, or do 'buy-the-dip' opportunities still exist? Abhishek: Geopolitical risks remain elevated. While tensions in the Middle East were briefly contained, new flashpoints are emerging, Israel-Syria, the unresolved Russia-Ukraine conflict, China-Taiwan tensions, and possible North Korea provocations. These risks won't go away anytime soon. That's why investors may shift toward domestically linked sectors. With global unpredictability, sectors like defence, metals, and materials could serve as hedges. In short, geopolitics is now business-as-usual for markets. Investors should diversify into themes less exposed to global supply chains and more aligned with India's domestic demand story. What's your view on the current earnings season? We've seen IT services underperform and pharma facing tariff threats. Which sectors offer more resilience amid geopolitical volatility? Abhishek: IT services are under pressure due to global headwinds and structural changes like the rise of AI. Agentic AI systems are replacing tasks traditionally outsourced to India, and global clients are wary of geopolitical instability affecting delivery centers. Pharma is facing its own challenges, especially the threat of a 200% tariff on exports to the US. This is significant because most listed Indian pharma companies derive 30–40% of their revenues from the US. Given this backdrop, domestic-facing sectors like financials, especially credit-focused banks and capital market players, offer relative safety. FMCG, though underperforming recently, could serve as a stable allocation. For more adventurous investors, metals, engineering, and materials offer alpha opportunities. Q. Specifically on Indian pharma, with the US being our largest export market, how should investors navigate this 200% tariff risk? Abhishek: There's definitely headline risk, but also opportunity. Indian pharma firms like Biocon, Lupin, and Laurus Labs — which derive a large portion of their revenue from the US — could explore local manufacturing or brownfield acquisitions in the US. The new US tax laws also offer generous incentives for setting up facilities. I personally do not believe a 200% tariff will materialize. A more likely scenario is a 20% tariff and that's likely already priced in. If you're already invested in Indian pharma, stay patient. These are high-quality companies with strong management. But if you're not yet invested, it may be wise to wait for clarity before allocating fresh capital. Q. What's your current view on precious metals? Gold prices seem to have stalled. Is a fresh rally likely? Abhishek: Gold appears to be range-bound for now. Historically, after a price spurt, gold tends to fluctuate ±5% for the next few years. That's what we expect going forward. While some experts have projected $5,000 gold, that's not our view. Gold should be a part of your portfolio if you're preserving wealth, but if you're still in the wealth-building phase, equities offer better opportunities at this time. Q. What are the top risks for India going forward? Specifically, how would a sharp rise in crude oil prices affect our macroeconomic outlook? Abhishek: Oil is India's Achilles' heel. Our road-heavy logistics and supply chain make us vulnerable to oil price spikes. A flare-up in any geopolitical hotspot could easily push crude prices $20 higher, severely impacting inflation and interest rates — and thereby equity valuations, especially for high-P/E stocks. That said, India is actively diversifying, moving to solar, reviving coal, and investing in nuclear energy. Plus, the economy is benefiting from a strong domestic base: tax collections are healthy, dividend payouts from PSUs and RBI are strong, and inflation is under control. If anything, India's risk is on the upside, global investors might underestimate a coming rally. Small-cap valuations may look stretched on a trailing basis, but forward PEs still look attractive. Q. What's your advice to investors today, both conservative and aggressive? Abhishek: For low-risk investors, I'd recommend exposure through balanced advantage funds or a mix of debt and equity with a tilt toward domestic sectors. But this approach needs thoughtful asset allocation, ideally through an advisor. For high-risk investors, small-caps still offer good opportunities. Sector-wise, NBFCs, metals, banks, and manufacturing-focused stocks remain attractive. Whether through ETFs, passive funds, or stock-picking, there are multiple ways to build exposure based on your risk appetite.
Time of India
20 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
UFC 320 Fight Card revealed! Alex Pereira seeks revenge against Magomed Ankalaev in title rematch
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira will seek redemption in a highly anticipated rematch against reigning titleholder Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 on October 4 in Las Vegas. UFC CEO Dana White confirmed the headlining bout, which will be held at T-Mobile Arena, via social media. Pereira (12-3), a former UFC middleweight and multiweight kickboxing champion, emerged as one of MMA's top stars in 2024, thanks to spectacular knockouts of Jamahal Hill, Jirí Procházka , and Khalil Rountree Jr. However, his momentum was halted in March when Ankalaev defeated him by decision at UFC 313, ending his brief title reign at 205 pounds. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category MCA Project Management PGDM Data Science Management Others Public Policy Operations Management Data Analytics Degree Digital Marketing MBA Healthcare Leadership Artificial Intelligence Product Management Data Science Finance others healthcare Design Thinking CXO Cybersecurity Technology Skills you'll gain: Programming Proficiency Data Handling & Analysis Cybersecurity Awareness & Skills Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Master of Computer Applications Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details — ufc (@ufc) At 38, Pereira remains one of the most accomplished strikers in combat sports history. Yet, Ankalaev (21-1-1), who hails from Dagestan, is expected to enter the rematch as the favorite. The 33-year-old is currently riding a 13-fight unbeaten streak and has firmly established himself as the division's most consistent force. UFC 320's co-main event will feature a bantamweight title clash between champion Merab Dvalishvili (20-4) and top contender Cory Sandhagen (18-5). Dvalishvili is aiming for his third title defense in 2024, having already beaten Umar Nurmagomedov and Sean O'Malley. Live Events Sandhagen, meanwhile, is chasing his first undisputed title after falling short against Petr Yan in a 2021 interim bout. Adding further intrigue, light heavyweight contenders Jirí Procházka and Khalil Rountree Jr. will also square off on the main card, making UFC 320 a can't-miss event for fans.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Farah Khan enrolled cook Dilip's child to culinary school: ‘Shouldn't have to work at anybody's home'
Farah Khan's YouTube kitchen series has already won fans over with its humour, celebrity guests, and mouth-watering recipes. However, the star of the show is her cook Dilip, a simple man from Bihar, with a sweet smile on his face. In one of the recent episodes, while at Shalin Bhanot's house, Farah Khan shared an update about Dilip's personal life that will melt your heart. Farah Khan's latest gesture is truly tugging at heartstrings. She shared that she enrolled her cook Dilip's children in an English-medium school and even sponsored a culinary diploma for one of them. Her reason was simple yet powerful—she didn't want them to grow up working in someone else's kitchen. She also added that since Dilip has fed so many people, it's now his Karma that will feed him. The gesture left viewers deeply moved, applauding her for using her platform and success to uplift those around her. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Data Science Leadership Design Thinking Product Management Public Policy Cybersecurity others MCA Others CXO Data Science Artificial Intelligence Degree Management Digital Marketing Operations Management Project Management Finance Technology MBA Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis & Interpretation Programming Proficiency Problem-Solving Skills Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT MSc in Data Science Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Strategic Data-Analysis, including Data Mining & Preparation Predictive Modeling & Advanced Clustering Techniques Machine Learning Concepts & Regression Analysis Cutting-edge applications of AI, like NLP & Generative AI Duration: 8 Months IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Starts on Jun 26, 2024 Get Details Internet reacts The internet is showering Farah Khan with love and admiration after her touching gesture for her cook, Dilip, and his family. One user praised her big-hearted decision to enrol all three of Dilip's children in an English-medium school and sponsor a culinary diploma for one of them, calling it a proud and heartwarming move. Another lauded Farah for helping someone else's children build a future, calling it a 'mind-blowing' act of generosity. A viewer highlighted their favourite moment from the recent vlog—when Dilip cheerfully reacted to receiving a new French door refrigerator, joking about keeping his clothes in it. Many expressed deep respect for Farah, not only for empowering Dilip's children through education and skill-building but also for the simple, dignified gesture of sharing a meal with him at the same table. You Might Also Like: Farah Khan's father was among few to own a luxurious car in Bollywood. But his family had no money for his funeral. What happened? About Farah Khan's cook, Dilip Dilip, who hails from Madhubani in Bihar, has become much more than just the man behind the meals in Farah's vlogs. Over the years, he has emerged as a fan favourite, known for his sharp wit, quiet confidence, and impressive cooking skills. A father of three, Dilip has been married since 2003 and has worked with Farah long enough to become a trusted part of her household—and now, her digital fame. Farah and Dilip's camaraderie has lit up screens with a string of high-profile guests, including Kajol, Raveena Tandon, Vijay Varma, Pooja Bedi, and even Sanjeev Kapoor. But behind the scenes, Dilip's own story is nothing short of fascinating. Despite his low-key presence, he owns a six-bedroom, three-storey bungalow in Bihar, complete with agricultural land, cattle, and even a private lake. You Might Also Like: Is Farah Khan's chef Dilip a 'thief'? 'Main Hoon Na' director reacts as her card is found in his wallet
