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DA hike: Govt approves 2% dearness allowance raise for central govt employees

Central government employees will see a 2% Dearness Allowance increase, approved by the Cabinet. This comes as employee bodies push for significant pay structure reforms under the proposed 8th Pay Commission, seeking a higher fitment factor and expanded family definitions for pay calculations.

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Government allows 15 banks to import gold & silver until March 2029; permission amid tons of metals stuck in customs

Typically, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, operating under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, issues a notification at the beginning of each financial year specifying the banks authorised by the Reserve Bank of India to import gold and silver.

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Wipro shares slide up to 4% after weak Q4, muted outlook dents sentiment

Wipro’s shares tumbled as profit dipped and the IT firm projected a subdued outlook, citing cautious client spending. Revenue growth in its core IT services remained sluggish, raising concerns about persistent challenges. Despite a share buyback, weak guidance and margin pressures overshadowed positive deal bookings, leading to a significant year-to-date stock decline.

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Gold enters ‘healthy consolidation phase’ after retail buying surge: Report

Gold is experiencing a healthy consolidation after a retail-driven buying spree, particularly in India, China, and the US, according to Jefferies. While demand has cooled, evidenced by a sharp drop in Indian gold imports, the mining sector shows robust fundamentals. Companies are prioritizing shareholder returns over expansion, with strong cash flows expected, suggesting continued sector

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