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Repatriation flights on June 1: Daily updates on arrivals, departures under Vande Bharat Mission

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Check flights leaving for and from India to bring back stranded Indians. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2yVBEmI

The economy was sick long before COVID-19 struck; the lockdown sent it to the ICU

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The coronavirus crisis will worsen India’s Four Balance Sheet problem. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/3eBbmVR

Coronavirus pandemic | Mumbai to get 100-member medical team from Kerala

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Mumbai has reported a total of nearly 40,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, which is the bulk of Maharashtra#39;s tally of over 65,000 cases. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/health/coronavirus-pandemic-|-mumbai-to-get-100-member-medical-teamkerala_13842061.html

China#39;s May manufacturing activity expands; still sluggish as virus hits exports

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A monthly purchasing managers#39; index issued Sunday slipped to 50.6, down from 50.8 in April. A reading above 50 means that manufacturing is growing. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/3gEEiOA

Slideshow | Experts advice #39;buy on dips#39;; Nifty may inch towards 10K

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Last week, BSE Sensex jumped 1,751.51 points to close at 32,424.1, while the Nifty50 added 541.05 points to end at 9,580.3 levels. Here are the experts view on how will market tare in the coming week: from Moneycontrol Latest News https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/market-cues/slideshow-|-experts-advice-39buydips39-nifty-may-inch-towards-10k_13842001.html

Oil prices slip as wary traders eye upcoming OPEC meeting

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Brent crude fell 34 cents to $37.50 a barrel, in the first day of trading in the contract with August as the front month. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2Xj1fza

Amazon#39;s Jeff Bezos invests in UK digital freight forwarder Beacon

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Beacon said on Sunday it raised over $15 million in Series A fundraising, from investors including Bezos and venture capital firm 8VC. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/3eDgnx4

Lockdown in containment areas extended till June 30: Madhya Pradesh CM

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The decision to re-start inter-state public transport will be taken on June 7, he added in a televised address on Sunday night. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2TWxgem

Haryana to open interstate borders from June 1, places of worship from June 8

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Seeking to follow the Centre#39;s guidelines for the next phase of lockdown, starting June 1, the state government also decided to allow interstate movement of people and goods. As per the fresh guidelines issued by Haryana, the lockdown in containment zones will continue till June 30. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XQlAL8

IB Ministry releases e-booklet on Modi govt 2.0#39;s 1st year in office

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The 92-page booklet #39;One Year of Modi 2.0 - Towards A Self-Reliant India#39; has been brought out by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/3eGEo6n

In pics | Stocks in the news: Equitas Holdings, HCL Tech, Dabur, Jubilant Life, 3M India

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GNFC | Karnataka Bank | NCC | PTC India | Newgen Software | V-Mart Retail | OnMobile Global | Andhra Paper | Metropolis Healthcare | Shaily Engineering Plastics | Dilip Buildcon | RCF | Sundaram-Clayton are also in focus today. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/stocksnews/in-pics-|-stocksthe-news-equitas-holdings-hcl-tech-dabur-jubilant-life-3m-india_13841901.html

Domestic cooking gas price hiked effective from June 1

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The hike will not impact beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala as they are covered by the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana and are entitled to a free cylinder till June 30. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2MjqJq2

#39;Monsoon report critical for the Agri price movement now#39;

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A normal Monsoon, with timely arrival would ensure the kharif crops get sown properly. This increases chances of improved productivity and higher sowing – resulting in possibilities of higher production. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XNet6n

US will consider rejoining WHO if it ends corruption, reliance on China: White House

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President Donald Trump on Friday terminated America#39;s relationship with the WHO and accused the global health body of being hand in glove with China in sharing inaccurate information to the world about the coronavirus pandemic that has killed more than 370,000 people globally. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/36MOPCQ

COVID-19 lockdown extended in Himachal Pradesh till June 30 with more relaxations

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Relaxation in curfew has been extended and it would be from 6 am to 8 pm, Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said on Sunday during a video conferencing with deputy commissioners, superintendents of police and chief medical officers. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2TWoAo6

What changed for the market while you were sleeping? Top 10 things to know

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Trends on SGX Nifty indicate a gap up opening for the index in India with a 136 points gain. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XQiqaf

Blackrock Advisors offloads stake in Equitas Holdings, GNFC, NCC, PTC India, Karnataka Bank

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Blackrock Advisors also sold 17,92,796 shares of PTC India at Rs 33.46 per share and 16,42,384 shares of Karnataka Bank at Rs 34.83 per share. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/3eDv97i

Hot Stocks | Vinati Organics, Kajaria Ceramics can give up to 10% return in short term

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Month-on-month, we saw Nifty end lower but looking at the intra-month activity, the index managed to conclude May month at the highest of the month on a closing basis. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/stocks-views/hot-stocks-|-vinati-organics-kajaria-ceramics-can-giveto-10-returnshort-term_13841741.html

Asia cautious as US riots weigh on SP futures

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E-Mini futures for the SP 500 retreated 0.5% in early action, while gold rose 0.77% to $1,739 an ounce. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2TWI3p3

Maharashtra allows film, TV shoots with social distancing

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The state government also laid down conditions for resumption of shooting work. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/36M9iaS

Wajid Khan of music composer duo Sajid-Wajid dies at 42

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He was 42. Music composer Salim Merchant, who confirmed the news of Wajid#39;s death, said the composer was hospitalised few days ago at Surana Hospital, Chembur where his condition deteriorated. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2ZQ6yb8

Coronavirus India News LIVE: Bihar#39;s COVID-19 tally rises to 3,806; global death toll at 3.7 lakh

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Coronavirus India News LIVE Updates: Total confirmed cases in India have risen to 1,82,143. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XTKXfs

What You Need to Know Before You Start or Quit Meditating

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“Many paths lead from the foot of the mountain, but at the peak we all gaze at the single bright moon.” ~Ikkyu I was the kid who didn’t like to sleep. In nursery school, I would pretend to be asleep at nap time, while the other kids were sleeping. I’ve always thought life was full of exciting things to explore and learn, and I didn’t want to sleep through it. So, it shouldn’t surprise you that traditional meditation didn’t sit well with me (pun intended). I remember my Buddhist grandmother chanting and meditating twice a day. Yet I never had any interest in mantra meditation until I was in my forties. I thought it was boring, and I didn’t have the patience to sit still. Meditation helps to lower stress, improve concentration, and increase emotional intelligence. It helps to connect you with your subconscious—also referred to as higher self, intuition, or inner self. There are two concepts to understand before you embark (or disembark) on your journey: 1. There are many ways to med...

Institutes can pass final-year college students on aggregate marks, says Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray

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Maharashtra will be among the first states in India enabling final year students to complete their course without giving examinations. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XF1weE

Former Olympic sprint champion Bobby Morrow dies aged 84

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American sprinter Bobby Morrow, who won three gold medals at the 1956 Olympic Games in Melbourne, died on Saturday at the age of 84, World Athletics said. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2ZSGo7v

People more important than the economy, pope says about COVID-19 crisis

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Francis made his comments, departing from a prepared script, at the first-noon address from his window overlooking St. Peter#39;s Square in three months as Italy#39;s lockdown drew to an end. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XF2N5q

Defending lockdown easing, UK foreign minister says it#39;s the #39;right step#39;

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson has come under fire from some scientists for easing a lockdown put in place 10 weeks ago, with some saying it was a premature and risky move from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/36MRLPI

Russian space agency calls Donald Trump#39;s reaction to SpaceX launch "hysteria"

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Russia#39;s space agency criticised US President Donald Trump#39;s "hysteria" about the first spaceflight of NASA astronauts from US soil in nine year from Moneycontrol Latest News https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/world-news/russian-space-agency-calls-donald-trump39s-reaction-to-spacex-launch-"hysteria"_13841601.html

Saudi Arabia reopens mosques with strict regulations for worshippers

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Saudi Arabia#39;s mosques opened their doors to worshippers on Sunday for the first time in more than two months as the kingdom, the birthplace of Islam, eased restrictions imposed to combat the coronavirus. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2zMIDyD

Mutual funds invest Rs 1,230 crore in equities during lockdown; keeping high liquidity for possible redemptions

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Going ahead, the primary factor that will determine mutual fund (MF) investment into equity will be their own inflows from investors. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XPxQMb

Trade Setup for Monday: Top 15 things to know before Opening Bell

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According to pivot charts, the key support level for Nifty is placed at 9,438.52 followed by 9,296.73. If the index moves up, key resistance levels to watch out for are 9,660.47 and 9,740.63. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2ZRRQjI

Emirates sacks 180 pilots in a bid to save cost, more layoffs likely

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Reports had earlier said that Dubai-based airline plans to cut 30,000 jobs from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/36LCBKI

Decoding of black box of crashed Pakistani airplane to begin on June 2: Investigators

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he Airbus A320 aircraft of the national carrier Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) had 91 passengers and a crew of eight when it crashed into the Jinnah Garden area near Model Colony from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XSFohk

PM Modi to share his vision on #39;Getting Growth Back#39; with India Inc on Tuesday

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The address comes at a time when companies are resuming operations following relaxations and a gradual easing of the nationwide lockdown from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2ZSGnQZ

Maharashtra extends lockdown, here#39;s what will continue to remain prohibited

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The state government, however, has said easing of restrictions and opening up for these activities will be done in phased manner. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XN8b6H

Lupin Q4 FY20 results: Key highlights of concall

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The company expects specialty portfolio to breakeven in FY22. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/3gBe0ga

Coronavirus cases in Pakistan rise above 69,470; death toll nears 1,500-mark

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In the past 24 hours, 88 more fatalities and 3,039 new coronavirus cases were registered. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2ZUJbgs

Coronavirus pandemic | Maharashtra govt extends lockdown till June 30, releases guidelines for phase-wise easing of restrictions

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The state government has called the gradual opening of activities in Maharashtra, the worst-affected state in India, #39;Mission Begin Again#39;. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/current-affairs/coronavirus-pandemic-|-maharashtra-govt-extends-lockdown-till-june-30-releases-guidelines-for-phase-wise-easingrestrictions_13841401.html

Quote of the Day

"The most satisfying thing in life is to have been able to give a large part of one's self to others." - Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

SEBI extends power of attorney norms implementation date to Aug 1

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Besides, title transfer of securities to the client collateral demat account of the TM/ CM for margin purposes will not be permitted. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/36PoqUX

Online exams are welcome, but what about students without laptops, internet access?

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While institutes have begun conducting examinations online amidst the Coronavirus-led lockdown, not all students have access to high-end internet connection or personal devices like computers, laptops or even smartphones. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/3ew1nkx

Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi cars to share more commonality than ever before

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Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi cars to share more commonality than ever before from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/3cdtSlz

Trump bans entry of certain groups of Chinese students to US

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Trump#39;s announcement came amidst escalating confrontation between the US and China over trade, the origins of the novel coronavirus pandemic, Beijing#39;s security crackdown in Hong Kong and the communist giant#39;s aggressive military moves in the disputed South China Sea. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2TUJmVr

Coronavirus India News Live Updates | India records largest single day spike of 265 deaths and 7,964 cases

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Total confirmed cases of Coronavirus in India have risen to 1.72 lakh. Follow this blog to track live updates. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/economy/coronavirus-india-news-live-updates-|-india-records-largest-single-day-spike265-deaths7964-cases_13838981.html

Quote of the Day

"Hope is independent of the apparatus of logic." - Norman Cousins

‘GDP numbers are largely discounted by D-St; Nifty could make an attempt to touch 10K’

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Now a decisive break of the range of 9,900-10,000 still looks difficult and another round of equity sell-off cannot be ruled out unless we surpass this range. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/market-outlook/‘gdp-numberslargely-discounted-by-d-st-nifty-could-makeattempt-to-touch-10k’_13839141.html

Singapore-China to launch #39;fast lane#39; for essential travel early next month

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This arrangement will be gradually expanded to the other Chinese provinces and municipalities. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2MeIOW9

Pakistan COVID-19 cases above 64,000, death toll at 1,317; top official says situation under control

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The Ministry of National Health Services reported that 25,309 cases were diagnosed in Sindh, 22,964 in Punjab, 8,842 in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, 3,928 in Balochistan, 2,100 in Islamabad, 658 in Gilgit-Baltistan, and 227 in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2zzTk7N

Minneapolis cop who knelt on man#39;s neck charged with murder

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In the video, Chauvin is seen kneeling on Floyd#39;s neck as Floyd is on the ground. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/36I2s6h

Take 2 for SpaceX#39;s 1st astronaut launch with more storms

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NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine said managers were debating whether to bump the next launch attempt from Saturday to Sunday to take advantage of a slightly improved forecast at Kennedy Space Center. from Moneycontrol Latest News https://ift.tt/2XcULBY