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Breaking records and setting new standards, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India has achieved an unprecedented milestone, with the market capitalization of listed companies surpassing USD 5 trillion on May 23, 2024. This remarkable feat coincides with the Nifty 50 Index soaring to an all-time high of 22,993.60, signaling a resounding vote of confidence in India's corporate landscape. The journey to this pinnacle has been nothing short of extraordinary. From USD 2 trillion in July 2017 to USD 3 trillion by May 2021, and then USD 4 trillion by December 2023, the ascent has been swift and steadfast, reflecting…

In response to Israel's urgent need for skilled labor amid the ongoing war with Palestine's militant organization Hamas, Telangana workers have come forward to fill the gap. Following a 4-day recruitment camp in Hyderabad, 2,209 workers volunteered for construction jobs in Israel. Among them, 905 workers have been chosen to join Israel's foreign labor force. Organised by the Telangana state government in partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation International (NSDCI), the recruitment drive focuses to address Israel's pressing demand for skilled workers. The recruited workers, comprising ceramic tilers, plasterers, carpenters and iron benders, are drawn by the lucrative pay…

ICICI Prudential Life achieved a claim settlement ratio of 99.17% in FY2024, a record in the industry. Significantly, the average turnaround time taken to settle a genuine death claim was just 1.27 days. For the fiscal year ended 2024, the Company paid out a total of Rs. 1,867 crore as death claims. The Company’s claim settlement ratio for Q1-FY2024 was 97.94%, for Q2-FY2024 it stood at 98.14% and in Q3-FY2024 it was 98.52%. This showcases the consistency in settling claims. Mr. Amish Banker, Chief Operations Officer, said "life insurance provides financial security to the family, therefore, we ensure all genuine…