Economy

Corporate

Barclays executive Katharine Braddick to lead UK banking regulator

Katharine Braddick, a senior Barclays executive, will become the head of the UK's banking regulator, a move seen as a signal of the government's push to reduce regulatory burdens on the financial sector.

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Corporate

U.K. to bar insurers from Russia oil shipments

The U.K. has barred insurers from Russia oil shipments, intensifying sanctions against Moscow amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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Corporate

Delhi govt launches double-decker bus tour to capital landmarks in bid to boost tourism

Delhi launches double-decker bus tours to key landmarks to boost tourism with evening tours and guided experiences.

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Conflicts & Security

Ukrainian missiles hit energy installations in Russia’s Belgorod

Ukrainian missiles hit energy installations in Russia's Belgorod region, causing power, water, and heating disruptions.

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Leaders

‘We will successfully develop the Petroleum Hub project’ – Lands Minister

Ghana's Lands Minister pledges to deliver the Petroleum Hub project, aiming to boost energy security and create jobs for 700,000 Ghanaians.

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Corporate

CM Yogi’s Singapore-Japan visit proves unprecedentedly successful: MoUs worth Rs1.5 lakh crore signed, investment proposals worth Rs 2.5 lakh cr received

CM Yogi's Singapore-Japan visit yields Rs1.5 lakh cr MoUs and Rs2.5 lakh cr investment proposals, boosting Uttar Pradesh's economic ambitions.

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Africa

Dingara Bids Farewell to Parliament, Sets Sights on Agriculture – Africa Newswire

Namibia's Elifas Dingara has left the National Assembly to focus on agriculture, aiming to contribute to national development through farming and food security.

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Diplomacy & Trade

World News | ‘US-India Economic Relationship Never Been Stronger’: US Embassy as Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick Arrives in India

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's visit to India signals a stronger U.S.-India economic relationship, with a shared goal of $500 billion in bilateral trade.

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Leaders

Nigeria’s Presidency Faces Criticism Over Targeting Opposition Leader El-Rufai

Nigeria's opposition accuses the presidency of selectively targeting former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, suggesting the administration is acting out of fear rather than justice.

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US Politics

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan Witnesses Cultural Programme in Srinagar Ahead of University Convocation

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan witnessed a cultural programme in Srinagar, highlighting traditional folk performances from Jammu and Kashmir.

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Markets

Munich Re to Return €5.3 Billion to Shareholders via Buybacks and Dividends

Munich Re to return €5.3 billion to shareholders via buybacks and dividends, signaling confidence in its financial health.

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Crypto

DDC Advances Bitcoin Accumulation Strategy, Holdings Reach 2,118 BTC

DDC Enterprise Limited has added 50 BTC, now holding 2,118 Bitcoin in its treasury strategy.

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Corporate

President Trump gives nod to Philly’s history during State of Union address focused on economy, immigration

President Trump celebrated Philadelphia's role in America's founding during his lengthy State of the Union address, focusing on economic policies and immigration reform.

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Markets

Tequila sales in the U.S. are collapsing. Diageo is cutting its dividend in half.

Diageo cuts dividend as U.S. tequila sales collapse by 23.1%, citing affordability concerns.

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Crypto

17.3k HYPE tokens will be unlocked today and distributed to the team on March 6th. – Lookonchain – Looking for smartmoney onchain

Hyperliquid's largest Ethereum long position has seen its unrealized loss shrink to $10.35M, with the position valued at $230M.

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