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What is circle rate and how does it affect how much you pay for a new home?

Understanding a property's 'circle rate' is crucial for buyers in India. This government-set minimum value, also known as reckoner or guidance value, dictates stamp duty and registration charges, often exceeding the actual sale price. Location, property type, and infrastructure significantly influence these rates, impacting your final cost and negotiation power. Always verify the circle rate before purchasing.

‘A bit superstitious’: Why Manav Suthar's parents couldn't watch his India debut

Manav Suthar's impressive Test debut against Afghanistan was marked by his family's early departure from the stadium due to nerves and superstition. Despite his father's absence during the crucial second day, Suthar delivered a stellar 3/21 spell, repaying the team management's faith. His father emphasized Manav's dedication and his childhood coach's guidance.

US tells companies to stop passage of Nvidia's Blackwell AI chips to China

The US Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security has quietly closed a year-old loophole that let Nvidia's most advanced Blackwell AI chips reach overseas subsidiaries of Chinese companies without an export licence. Industry sources estimate hundreds of thousands of chips may have already shipped through the gap. The new guidance still leaves data centre servicing and TSMC foundry due diligence untouched, raising fresh enforcement questions.

New KPCC president B.K. Hariprasad to play balancing act between Karnataka govt. and Congress ahead of 2028 Assembly elections

The idea is that while Shivakumar would focus on governance, Hariprasad would focus on party organisation, and former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on providing ideological and political guidance

‘Hollow image of deceitful Modi’: Congress alleges BJP shared AI-generated video of Patna, says post was deleted

Sharing the now-deleted post on X, the official Congress handle said that the BJP, under PM Modi's guidance, had posted an AI-generated fake video.

First goes Fed dot, then guidance and then a hike?

Pediatrician shares 3 parenting lessons Indian parents can learn from Swiss families

Swiss parenting offers valuable lessons for global parents. Dr. Ravi Malik observed children gaining independence early. Public scolding is avoided, replaced by respectful guidance. Outdoor play is prioritized for at least two hours daily. These practices build confidence, independence, and social skills. The focus is on understanding the values behind these methods.

Hubballi: Opportunities galore for those who work with dedication, says judge

A one-day workshop on career guidance was organised by KLE Society’s Gurusiddappa Kotambri Law College in Hubballi on June 2.

Data vs. dahi-chini: Why AI can code your life, but only your mom can decode your face

AI offers structured advice for life's challenges, processing vast data to simulate reasoning. However, a mother's instinct, honed over decades, provides a deeper, more personal form of comfort and guidance. This contrast highlights the irreplaceable nature of maternal love and understanding in navigating everyday crises.

'Isolate yourself': Govt advisory for travellers from Ebola-hit countries showing symptoms

India's Health Ministry has issued a travel advisory for those arriving from Ebola-hit nations, assuring no cases are currently reported domestically. Travelers from affected regions within the last 21 days experiencing symptoms like fever, vomiting, or bleeding are urged to self-isolate and contact health authorities immediately via the 24x7 helpline 1075 for guidance.

Vietnam brings in health declaration rule

Foreign travellers entering, leaving, or transiting through Vietnam will be required to submit a health declaration before travel from July 1, 2026, under new government regulations aimed at monitoring infectious disease risks. According to a report by Fragomen, the expanded requirement will apply to all travellers entering, departing from, or transiting through Vietnam. Individuals will need to complete a health declaration within seven days before their travel date. The Vietnamese Ministry of Health will decide when and for which infectious diseases the requirement will be enforced. The decision will be based on global disease trends and the risk of diseases being imported into the country. Authorities have not yet announced how travellers will submit the declaration. Details about the platform and application process are expected in future guidance. Employers and travellers should prepare for possible delays when the new system is introduced, as authorities and passengers adjust to the requirement, as per Fragomen report.129876802New travel requirement follows Ho Chi Minh City airport trial Foreign nationals arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City have already been subject to a similar requirement since April 21, 2026. Under the pilot programme, travellers must complete an online declaration form within three days before arrival. Immigration processing delays were expected through the end of April as authorities and passengers adjusted to the new system.Vietnam introduced the digital arrival card system to streamline arrival procedures and reduce waiting times at immigration counters as part of broader efforts to modernise border management and digitise entry processes.

Inox Wind shares crash 8% after Q4 profit drops 45% YoY

Shares of Inox Wind tumbled 8% on Monday after the company reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 105.68 crore for the January-March quarter of FY26, down 45% year-on-year (YoY) from Rs 190 crore in the corresponding quarter last year.Shares of the company crashed to Rs 85.61 apiece on NSE, the lowest level since April 10 this year. The firm’s revenue from operations, meanwhile, fell over 2% YoY to Rs 1,244 crore during the fourth quarter of the financial year, which ended on March 31, 2026, from Rs 1,275 crore in the year-ago period. Total income declined marginally to Rs 1,306 crore, while total expenses increased more than 5% YoY to Rs 1,162 crore during the quarter under review.Inox Wind’s EBITDA declined 6% YoY to Rs 333 crore. For the entire financial year 2026, the company reported a 3% rise in bottom line to Rs 449 crore.JM Financial on Inox WindJM Financial highlighted that the company’s Q4 results were an “all-around” miss on estimates. Its revenue was nearly 25% lower than the brokerage’s estimates. “Since management has not shared details, we estimate execution of 85 MW versus 252 MW QoQ/236 MW YoY. Adjusted PAT moderated to Rs 1.1 billion (-44% YoY, -55% JMFe, -52% consensus). The company has an order book of 3.1GW including 1.5 GW from CESC and 750 MW from group companies. Given the challenges in connectivity, RoW and PPAs, we expect IWL to execute 900 MW/1,100 MW during FY27/28,” it said.The domestic brokerage maintained its ‘Add’ rating on the shares of Inox Wind, but reduced its target price to Rs 101 apiece. This implies an upside potential of nearly 9% from the stock’s previous closing price of Rs 93.02 apiece.Motilal Oswal on Inox WindMotilal Oswal also highlighted that Inox Wind reported a weak set of numbers for Q4. However, it highlighted that the visibility of recurring captive order inflows from Inox Clean, which plans to add 3GW of renewable capacity annually with 20-30% expected to be wind-based, management’s strategy to gradually increase pure equipment supply contracts’ share in the order book from 27% currently to 75% over time, which should improve working capital efficiency and margins, and management’s FY27 revenue growth guidance of 75% YoY with EBITDA margins of 20-22% were the key things it liked about the results.The domestic brokerage lowered its FY27 and FY28 EBITDA estimates by 7% and 6% respectively. It maintained its ‘Buy’ rating on the shares of Inox Wind, with a target price of Rs 110 per share, implying an upside potential of more than 18% from the stock’s previous closing price.Inox Wind share priceInox Wind shares have fallen more than 4% in one week and around 8% in one month to close at Rs 93.02 apiece on Friday. The stock is down more than 24% so far in 2026 and nearly 52% in one year.In the longer term, the shares of the company have delivered returns of more than 169% over three years and 386% over five years. The company currently has a market capitalisation of nearly Rs 9,307 crore. The stock’s P/E ratio stands at nearly 36.(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times)

Canada tightens rules for digital nomads

Canada has introduced stricter documentation requirements for digital nomads entering the country under a work-permit exemption, requiring applicants to provide evidence that their income is earned entirely outside Canada and that they work remotely for foreign employers or overseas clients.Under Canadian immigration rules, digital nomads, remote workers employed by foreign companies or self-employed individuals serving overseas clients—can stay in Canada as visitors and work remotely for up to six months without obtaining a work permit, according to a report by CIC News. This exemption applies because they are not considered to be entering the Canadian labour market. Previously, immigration officers were instructed that digital nomads did not need to provide additional documentation beyond what is generally required from visitors. The updated guidance now directs officers to verify that applicants earn their income outside Canada and do not provide services to Canadian employers or clients. More clarity for immigration officers The revised instructions also provide additional guidance for officers assessing digital nomad applications. According to the updated rules, as cited by CIC News, digital nomads who wish to remain in Canada beyond their initially authorized stay should apply for a visitor record. Applicants must also satisfy immigration officers that they do not intend to enter the Canadian labour market during their stay. The guidance further states that accompanying family members must submit separate applications for their own temporary resident status. General entry requirements remain Canada's immigration department also clarified that digital nomads must continue to meet all standard requirements applicable to temporary residents. This includes demonstrating sufficient financial resources to support themselves during their stay, convincing officers that they will leave Canada when their authorized stay ends, and meeting admissibility requirements related to health and criminality. According to the CIC News report, the updated instructions also state that a digital nomad already in Canada may work for a Canadian employer without obtaining a work permit only if they qualify under a separate work-permit exemption set out in Canada's immigration regulations. The changes provide immigration officers with more detailed criteria for assessing digital nomad entries while reinforcing the requirement that remote workers benefiting from the exemption remain outside Canada's domestic labour market.

TDP leverages technology in organising hybrid Mahanadu

Party conceptualises the hybrid architecture under the guidance of its national working president Nara Lokesh to make participation more inclusive, scalable and cost-efficient, while enabling real-time engagement from across the State