Jim Walker forecasts a 10% decline in the U.S. dollar by 2025 and expects an economic slowdown, though manageable. He is optimistic about copper's long-term prospects due to green energy demand and strongly recommends increased investment in Indian equities.
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During a terror attack in Pahalgam, Assam University professor Debasish Bhattacharya, well-versed in Islamic scripture, recited the kalma when a gunman held him at gunpoint, saving his life. His wife quickly removed Hindu symbols to conceal their identity. The family witnessed the brutal killings of tourists before escaping through rugged terrain with the help of a local horseman.
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Two people operating an unlicensed tattoo parlor in Trichy were arrested by police. The duo advertised extreme body modifications like tongue splitting and eyeball tattooing on social media. Authorities discovered surgical equipment during an inspection and sealed the shop due to public health risks. The owner, who reportedly received eyeball tattooing in Mumbai, lacked proper training.
Uttarakhand High Court scrutinizes a petition challenging mandatory registration of live-in relationships under the state's UCC, questioning its impact on privacy when couples are already publicly cohabiting. The court refutes claims of privacy invasion, emphasizing that the UCC seeks registration to provide legal recognition and protect individual rights in such relationships.
Luigi Mangione will be arraigned Monday for the murder of UnitedHealth Group CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione faces state murder charges, including terrorism-related counts. He also faces federal charges for stalking and killing Thompson. A notebook with writings against health insurance companies was found. Some view Mangione as a symbol against high healthcare costs.
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Accenture CEO Julie Sweet announced that tightened US federal spending under the Trump administration has impacted the company's revenue, with a significant loss in government contracts. Federal Services business now faces ongoing uncertainty due to changes in government priorities and procurement actions.