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Economic activity in July signals slowest growth in 18 months
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It was the slowest growth in 18 months. Sequentially too, the index fell sharply to 108.9 in July from 117.9 in June. Weak trade data, mixed rural demand indicators and moderation in corporate bond issuances weighed on CEM growth.
Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sanchez pair up with A-list couple on vacation before wedding
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The famous couples were also seen with American singer-songwriter Usher as they made their way around Dubrovnik, Croatia, reports Page Six. 
Stock of South Indian Bank jumps 6% after RBI approves appointment of new CEO
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The stock closed at Rs 22.44, up Rs 1.36 or 6.4 per cent on the BSE.
Moody's reiterates India's Baa3 rating but warns of political issues
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Though at the same time, it has taken a cautious stand on political issues, citing Manipur's example. It said that curtailment of civil society and political dissent, compounded by rising sectarian tensions, support a weaker assessment of political risk and the quality of institutions.
Zomato's stock likely to be volatile on speculation around possible exits by some pre-IPO shareholders
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“While we cannot accurately predict when (if at all) these shareholders would want to exit, we note that several of them are already sitting on sizeable gains, albeit a large chunk of it is unrealised. A few cues from past actions of these investors suggest that at least some of them would be eager to book profits post the recent run-up in the stock”, the report said.
Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal plans e-commerce startup: Report
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According to Money Control, Bansal recently sold his remaining stake in Flipkart and is now looking to create an e-commerce startup.
Over 50cr Jan Dhan accounts opened in 9 yrs
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According to information provided by banks, out of these Jan Dhan accounts, 56 per cent accounts belong to women and 67 per cent accounts have been opened in rural and semi-urban areas.
Govt to sell tomatoes at Rs 40 per kg from Aug 20
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NAFED and NCCF have been directed by the consumer affairs department to sell tomatoes at Rs 40 per kg from August 20, in view of continued decline in tomato prices in wholesale and retail markets.
Benchmark indices end in red on the back of profit taking in IT, PSU stocks
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The 6 per cent deficiency in monsoon was an important factor with several states witnessing deficits across districts. The Evergrande Bankruptcy in China though was brushed away since real-estate loans in India are by and large regulated well now, Ranganathan said.
Nifty declines for fourth consecutive week
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The index dropped to the lowest closing level since June 30, said Devarsh Vakil, Deputy Head of Retail Research at HDFC Securities.
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