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Markets With BS | From Adani Enterprises to ICICI Bank, here is a list of stocks that will be in focus today. Take a look https://mybs.in/2esMvlg

Markets With BS | From Adani Enterprises to ICICI Bank, here is a list of stocks that will be in focus today. Take a look https://mybs.in/2esMvm9

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Former labour secretary Sumita Dawra breaks down the new labour codes in a detailed conversation with Nivedita Mookerji and AK Bhattacharya, unpacking what the changes mean for workers, employers and the economy. Watch here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fH2WYCD1M04

With the DoT hastily withdrawing on Wednesday its earlier directive mandating the pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on all mobile phones — amid backlash from Opposition parties, civil society, and mobile device makers — there has been one unexpected outcome. The once-ignored Sanchar Saathi app has suddenly surged into the spotlight. According to Sensor Tower data, the app — ranked 127 on November 20 among the most downloaded apps in India — catapulted to the No. 1 position on the Apple App Store on December 2, overtaking Google Gemini and ChatGPT. https://mybs.in/2esL6vj

The govt has launched a high-level inquiry into widespread flight disruptions, following hundreds of cancellations from IndiGo over the past three days that left thousands of passengers stranded at airports across the country. https://mybs.in/2esLYg1

Opinion | The failed Marshal Doctrine None of Pakistan’s Prime Ministers has lasted five years. The fact that the current PM has given Asim Munir five years shows that of all the military dictatorships history has seen, Pakistan’s is the most creative, writes Shekhar Gupta https://mybs.in/2esLYoT

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BS Editorial | India faces a multi-contaminant groundwater crisis, with uranium, nitrate, fluoride, arsenic, and heavy metals exceeding safe limits across regions. Urgent action on aquifer management, safe drinking water, and sustainable agriculture is critical. https://mybs.in/2esL74i

India and Russia inked key agreements on Friday on cooperation in the labour, energy, and health sectors. The announcement was made after a bilateral meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and PM Narendra Modi. Addressing a joint press meet with Putin, PM Modi said, "Energy security has been a strong pillar of our partnership, and we will continue this win-win cooperation. Our collaboration in civil nuclear energy has spanned decades and contributed to clean energy. Our cooperation in critical minerals is essential for maintaining a diverse and reliable global supply chain." https://mybs.in/2esLYcr

BS Editorial | Mass flight cancellations by IndiGo highlight the critical role of human-resource planning in aviation. New pilot-rostering rules aim to reduce fatigue, but shortages and training constraints reveal the need for stronger workforce strategies across the industry. https://mybs.in/2esL74b

The DGCA has withdrawn its recent directive barring airlines from substituting leave for crew members’ weekly rest, citing ongoing operational disruptions and industry requests for flexibility. https://mybs.in/2esLYZ8

Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and how India takes pride in his leadership. Praising his resolute outlook, the Russian President further added that the Indian PM does not succumb to pressure from any country, including the US. https://mybs.in/2esLYSD

Just In | All domestic IndiGo flights cancelled from Delhi airport till midnight. https://mybs.in/2esLYVp

Delhi’s air quality continues to remain hazardous with the AQI in most areas remaining in the ‘very poor’ category, according to data by the CPCB. The Anand Vihar monitoring station recorded AQI of 347 and ITO 320, with thick smog covering the skies. https://mybs.in/2esLYSN

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announces repo rate cuts by 25 bps to 5.25% https://mybs.in/2esLYTL

Markets With BS | From IndiGo to Adani Enterprises, here are a few stocks likely to be in focus on Friday. Take a look https://mybs.in/2esLYRw

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BS Editorial | India records 12.02 road deaths per 100,000 in 2023, the highest in 30 years, with 173,000 lives lost. Low budget allocation, mixed traffic, poor infrastructure, and weak enforcement continue to fuel fatalities. Urgent road-safety reforms needed. https://mybs.in/2esKdIG

BS Editorial | Rupee slides past ₹90/USD, reflecting a $10.9B Q2 BoP deficit and wider trade gap. While US tariffs challenge exports, currency weakness supports tradable sectors. RBI’s $688 bn reserves and ongoing India-US Trade talks will shape near-term FX dynamics. https://mybs.in/2esKdI4