Gold continues to be a safe haven and wealth generator, with 17% three-year returns surpassing Sensex's 11.6%. With concerns about potential overvaluation and market instability, experts recommend cautious allocation within diversified portfolios.
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Despite more women entering the legal profession, the CLPR report reveals systemic gender discrimination in judicial appointments in India. Women judges serve shorter tenures and are appointed at older ages, hindering their rise to senior ranks, including the Supreme Court collegium.
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