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Know 5 governance traps that destroy investor wealth

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T16:31:01+00:00

SORDID TRICKS An analysis of SEBI orders reveal how some companies create, divert or distort value before investors realise the damage

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Fund Call | Calm capital compounding

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T16:30:59+00:00

HDFC Equity Savings Fund is suited for cautious investors, retirees seeking lower drawdowns

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India launches first barrier-less toll system on NH-48 in Gujarat

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T16:20:59+00:00

Powered by FASTag and ANPR technologies, the system allows vehicles to pass without stopping, reducing congestion, travel time, and emissions

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US budget carrier Spirit Airlines ceases operations, cancels all flights

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T16:10:59+00:00

The shutdown follows failed rescue talks and prolonged bankruptcy struggles, leaving thousands of passengers stranded and around 17,000 workers jobless, marking a major disruption in the US aviation sector

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Dig Deep! Reform frontbench promotes JCBs after £200,000 donation from firm

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-02T16:00:29+00:00

Nigel Farage, Lee Anderson and Robert Jenrick, among others, have sung the praises of the JCB PotHole Pro Reform UK’s leading figures have repeatedly promoted a new pothole-fixing machine by the construction company JCB, while the party received £200,000 from the British digger maker, the Guardian can reveal.Several Reform politicians including Nigel Farage, Lee Anderson, Robert Jenrick, Zia Yusuf and Richard Tice have sung the praises of the JCB PotHole Pro machine. Continue reading...

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Dig deep! Reform frontbench promotes JCBs after £200,000 donation from firm

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-02T16:00:29+00:00

Nigel Farage, Lee Anderson and Robert Jenrick, among others, have sung the praises of the JCB PotHole Pro Reform UK’s leading figures have repeatedly promoted a new pothole-fixing machine by the construction company JCB, while the party received £200,000 from the British digger maker, the Guardian can reveal.Several Reform politicians including Nigel Farage, Lee Anderson, Robert Jenrick, Zia Yusuf and Richard Tice have sung the praises of the JCB PotHole Pro machine. Continue reading...

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Dollar Industries founder Dindayal Gupta passes away at 88

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T15:56:41+00:00

His entrepreneurial journey and contributions to the textile industry earned him several honours, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Indian manufacturing.

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Organisers challenge Starmer’s threat to ban some pro-Palestine marches

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-02T15:53:56+00:00

PM says there are instances in which he would support bans but organisers say this would ‘strike at root of free speech’Organisers of pro-Palestine marches have said Keir Starmer’s threat to ban some demonstrations opposing Israel’s actions in the Middle East will “strike at the root of free assembly and free speech” in the UK.On Saturday morning, the prime minister told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme that “there are instances” in which he would support stopping some pro-Palestine protests altogether. Continue reading...

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NITI Aayog gets two new full-time members, count rises to seven

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T15:48:43+00:00

The Centre has appointed Joram Aniya and R Balasubramaniam as full-time members of NITI Aayog, strengthening the think tank’s leadership and bringing diverse academic and policy expertise

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Index Outlook: Supports ahead

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T15:31:04+00:00

The benchmark indices are likely to reverse higher again

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F&O Tracker: Split signals in index futures

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T15:30:59+00:00

Nifty’s structure remains steady, but Bank Nifty may see more correction before recovery

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Bet on Infosys call for pull back rally

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T15:30:58+00:00

Option trading indicates that Infosys could move between ₹1,100 and ₹1,400

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US Market Outlook: More rise on the cards

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T15:30:57+00:00

The broader uptrend remains intact for the US benchmark indices

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Bandu’s Blockbusters for May 3, 2026

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T15:30:55+00:00

Guess the stock that will give the best return by next Friday

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What to Know About the Mideast Standoff

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-05-02T15:20:57+00:00

Negotiations to end the war are at an impasse over Iran’s nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz, which remains mostly shut.

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After flying high, turbulence hits SIP returns

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T15:11:06+00:00

Active large-cap funds lagged among market-cap categories from Sept-2024 peak, while mid-cap funds led performance

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Fiscal fitness & job uncertainty

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-02T15:11:00+00:00

At 49, job uncertainty calls for liquidity, patience and a realistic retirement corpus

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