The Supreme Court ruled that borrowers are not 'consumers' under the Consumer Protection Act if the loan is for profit-making purposes. This decision overturned an NCDRC order which had directed the Central Bank of India to compensate Ad Bureau Advertising Pvt Ltd for alleged incorrect reporting to CIBIL.
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Following their Super Bowl win, the Philadelphia Eagles face the decision of accepting or declining President Trump's anticipated White House invitation. This dilemma arises from a similar situation in 2018, when their invitation was rescinded. The team's captains express mixed opinions on the visit, reflecting the broader trend of champions reconsidering traditional White House visits during Trump's presidency.
NASA has confirmed that astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore will return to Earth a day earlier than planned due to improved weather conditions. The astronauts, stranded on the ISS for over nine months, will be brought back aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, with a splashdown scheduled for March 18.
Former opener David Warner stresses the need for Australia's top order to deliver substantial runs in the upcoming third Test against India's relentless bowling attack. Following a bounce-back victory in Adelaide, Warner highlighted the importance of supporting Travis Head's aggressive approach and easing the pressure on the bowlers. He also praised Nathan McSweeney's resilience as an opener under challenging conditions.
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