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Trial reveals sirolimus-coated balloons outperform paclitaxel devices in three-year leg artery study

A three-year clinical trial reveals that patients treated with sirolimus-coated balloons experienced an eight-percentage-point advantage in avoiding repeat procedures compared to those receiving paclitaxel-coated balloons. Both treatments delivered comparable gains in patient walking ability and quality of life. Researchers emphasize that these findings still require validation through five-year follow-up evaluations.

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ET Industry22m ago 1 min
Global Finance

US equities rally sharply after midterm vote outcomes drive major market gains

American shares climbed significantly after Democratic midterm gains created expectations of political gridlock, supported by dropping oil prices and Treasury yields. The Dow Jones index gained 1300 points, while the S&P 500 advanced 1.8 percent with heavy participation from major technology companies. Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft emerged among the leading performers during the market session.

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LiveMint Markets24m ago 1 min
Business

US Energy Department loans 300,000 barrels from emergency heating reserve to curb winter prices

The US Energy Department is loaning 300,000 barrels of fuel oil from its emergency heating reserve to four companies to suppress supply pressures and rising prices ahead of winter. This release accounts for nearly a third of the total reserve. The action follows bipartisan senatorial demands driven by Middle East disruptions linked to the Iran war.

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ET Industry25m ago 1 min
RBI/SEBI Govt Breaking

Market regulator simplifies identity verification and permits digital onboarding for non-resident investors

The market regulator has relaxed verification norms for Non-Resident Indians and Overseas Citizens of India. This update permits digital onboarding to simplify compliance for these investors. The change aims to streamline documentation processes for foreign clients.

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NDTV Profit26m ago 1 min
Markets Breaking

Renewable energy stocks advance while artificial intelligence equities decline following US elections

Clean energy and healthcare shares strengthened after Democrats secured control of Congress in the US midterm elections, while artificial intelligence data centre equities fell. Investors evaluated potential regulatory changes regarding artificial intelligence alongside sustained backing for clean energy initiatives. Meanwhile, defence contractors and prison operators experienced losses due to anticipated shifts in government spending priorities and immigration policies.

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ET Markets29m ago 1 min 2
Business

Civil aviation ministry releases draft sustainable fuels policy proposing mandatory blending requirements

The civil aviation ministry has published a draft National Policy on Sustainable Aviation Fuels that proposes mandatory blending of domestically produced sustainable aviation fuel with Aviation Turbine Fuel. The draft outlines a requirement for utilizing exclusively indigenously manufactured sustainable aviation fuel starting in the year 2027. This regulatory move aims to decarbonize the aviation sector while building domestic manufacturing capabilities.

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ET Industry35m ago 1 min
Markets

Five private defence equities gain analyst focus amid national manufacturing localisation goals

Market analysts are shifting attention toward private-sector defence manufacturers alongside traditional public enterprises. The five highlighted equities include MTAR Technologies, Zen Technologies, Astra Microwave, Data Patterns, and Apollo Micro Systems.

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LiveMint Markets38m ago 1 min
Fintech & UPI

Analysis examines the economic rationale for reviewing merchant discount rates on unified payments

An academic perspective from the Indian School of Business evaluates the necessity for India to re-examine the merchant discount rate structure for Unified Payments Interface transactions. The commentary explores the economic implications of current payment processing fee policies on ecosystem sustainability and payment service providers. It highlights ongoing debates regarding transaction costs and infrastructure maintenance within the digital payments landscape.

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Rediff39m ago 1 min
CA Corner

ICAI bars chartered accountants from responding to tenders lacking baseline professional fees

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has formally prohibited its members from participating in tender processes for reserved services that fail to specify a minimum fee. These guidelines aim to protect professional valuation and maintain standards across practice areas.

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Taxscan46m ago 1 min 1
CA Corner

Institute of Chartered Accountants prohibits professionals from competitive bidding below established minimum fees

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has prohibited chartered accountants from submitting bids below prescribed minimum fees for professional services. This regulatory restriction aims to maintain service quality and prevent destructive price competition within the accounting profession. Practitioners must adhere to the newly enforced fee thresholds when pitching for client engagements.

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Taxscan46m ago 1 min
Business

Fractal reports sharp second quarter net profit increase of one hundred thirty nine percent

Fractal recorded a significant financial expansion in its second quarter, with net profit surging 139 percent to reach Rs 79 crore. The results reflect robust operational performance during the period according to the reported data.

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The Times of India53m ago 1 min
Global Finance

Defence equities experience market decline amid political spending concerns before analyst endorsement

Defence sector equities experienced a downward price movement driven by investor anxiety regarding potential spending curbs following a Democratic midterm sweep. However, Wolfe Research suggests the dip represents a favorable accumulation window for investors.

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CNBC Global55m ago 1 min

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