Government to introduce revenue support, buyback clause in new highway contract to push private investment

NEW DELHI: Govt is set to introduce major changes in the Model Concession Agreement (MCA) to de-risk private investments and safeguard lenders’ exposure in highway sector.The revised provisions, to be notified within a fortnight, include revenue support and extension of tolling periods in cases where actual traffic falls below projections, buyback of projects where traffic…

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A profession left out: Why nursing’s exclusion from “professional degree” signals a looming healthcare crisis in US

In a country grappling with chronic hospital staffing shortages, rising patient loads, and spiralling burnout among medical workers, one would expect federal education policy to fortify the healthcare workforce, not constrain it. Yet the latest provisions inside President Donald Trump’s sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” have done precisely the opposite. By excluding nursing from…

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Ethiopia volcano ash plumes: DGCA issues advisory; asks airlines to avoid affected region | India News

NEW DELHI: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), on Monday issued an advisory directing airlines to avoid altitudes and regions affected by volcanic ash from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi eruption, which occurred on Sunday. According to the advisory, airports have also been asked to inspect runways for ash contamination and suspend operations if necessary. Officials…

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Market slide hits Dalal Street’s richest: Big investors see portfolio erosion; few outliers buck the trend–check detail

Indian investors saw their portfolios shrink in the July-September quarter. A market downturn impacted most major investors, leading to substantial mark-to-market losses. Nemish Shah emerged as a notable gainer, increasing his portfolio value significantly. Other investors like Vijay Kedia and Madhusudan Kela reported modest gains. The late Rakesh Jhunjhunwala’s family holdings also saw a decline….

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Even six-figure salaries aren’t enough: What high-earning Americans are doing to stretch their paychecks and protect their careers

Despite earning six figures, many Americans find themselves caught in the grip of rising living costs, which experts have coined ‘the illusion of affluence’. To cope, folks are tapping into credit cards for everyday needs, maximizing rewards on essentials, and subscribing to buy-now-pay-later services. This financial strain is reshaping social interactions, leading some to forgo…

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Ban, un-banned: Pakistan overturns life ban on Arshad Nadeem’s coach Salman Butt; terms action ‘unconstitutional’ | More sports News

Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem competes in the men’s javelin throw final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, September 18, 2025. (AP Photo) An adjudicator of the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has set aside the life ban imposed on Salman Butt, the long-time coach and mentor of the country’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem.Senator Pervez Rashid,…

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