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Nearly half a million companies in China shut shop as Covid-19 batters economy: Report
Mainland China reported a drop in the new coronavirus cases after closing its borders to virtually all foreigners to curb imported infections.
Banks plan to shut down most branches during lockdown, says Report
Under the plan, in major cities there would likely be only one bank open every five kilometres
Suicide by farmers rose 42% between 2014 and 2015
Indebtedness and farming related problems leading cause of death according to the latest data from National Crime Records Bureau
NRIs need to show old notes to customs at airport
While the 50-day window deposits of old notes at banks or post offices ended on 30 December, the government has offered a grace period for those who were abroad
Indian Railways to soon have glass-roof coaches on selected routes
With a view to modernise the old get-up of the passenger and express trains, the Indian Railways is set to introduce rail coaches with glass ceiling and infotainment systems
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Only India, China Will Survive CoVid19, Recession Looms Ahead: UN
With two-thirds of the world's population living in developing countries facing unprecedented economic damage from the COVID-19 crisis, the UN is calling for a USD 2.5 trillion rescue package for these nations
Banks plan to shut down most branches during lockdown, says Report
Under the plan, in major cities there would likely be only one bank open every five kilometres
Global Smartphone Shipments Fall 38 Percent in Light of Coronavirus
The fall in smartphone shipments in February 2020 was the largest decline ever in the history of the smartphone industry.
After mega-merger effective today, six banks will cease to exist
Following the consolidation, there will be seven large public sector banks (PSBs), and five smaller ones.