Saudi Arabia, by royal decree issued by King Salman, has announced Sheikh Saleh bin Fawzan bin Abdullah Al-Fawzan as the new Grand Mufti. He succeeds the late Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh and will serve as chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars and head of the Permanent Committee for Scholarly Research and Ifta, holding the rank of minister.
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Rohit Sharma returns to action for India against Australia after stepping down as ODI captain, with Shubman Gill now leading the side. Sharma was seen training intensely with coach Gautam Gambhir and batting alongside Virat Kohli, a nostalgic sight for fans. This tour could be a final appearance in Australia for the veteran duo.
China's new export restrictions on automotive chips, following the Dutch government's intervention in Nexperia, have sent shockwaves through global automakers like GM and Volkswagen. The move, a response to "serious governance shortcomings" at Nexperia, threatens to disrupt vehicle production as companies warn of potential shortages lasting only weeks, with sourcing alternatives taking months.
Blackstone is set to acquire nearly 10% stake in Federal Bank for Rs 6,196.5 crore, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals. This significant deal highlights a trend of Indian lenders attracting substantial private capital, fueling debate on the RBI's stance towards foreign strategic ownership in the banking sector.
Saudi Arabia, by royal decree issued by King Salman, has announced Sheikh Saleh bin Fawzan bin Abdullah Al-Fawzan as the new Grand Mufti. He succeeds the late Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh and will serve as chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars and head of the Permanent Committee for Scholarly Research and Ifta, holding the rank of minister.
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India's manufacturing sector now faces a crisis due to China's latest rare earth export curbs. Restrictions on components with rare earth magnets will significantly impact automotive, electronics, and machinery firms. Industry leaders warn of widespread disruption.
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