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HUL's first copy: Emami

Cheater cheater, pumpkin eater. Had a brand, but could not keep up.  How do you start your day? I’ll go first. I brush (use the red Closeup), have my morning tea (usually Red Label, occasionally Lipton), shower (Dove, on days I want a milk soap, Pears, on days I want glycerine), and then doll up for office (Lakme). All brands of Hindustan Unilever Ltd.

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Factors to consider before taking an education loan
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Factors to consider before taking an education loan

Padhega India tabhi toh badhega India. But quality education has become a luxury to a middle-class person in India. The college admission seasons will be starting shortly in India, and students often find themselves in the dilemma of whether adding to debts is really worth it or whether they are stretching their legs beyond the coverlet.

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Why 2021 is the Golden year for Indian IPO
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Why 2021 is the Golden year for Indian IPO's?

What a remarkable year it is for the Indian stock market. The way it revived from the 2020 crash and reached new heights was spectacular. This journey would have been incomplete without the IPO show. 

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The J-Curve Effect: An Overview
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The J-Curve Effect: An Overview

Every theory in economics provides a rational approach towards decision-making with a number of curves & graphs. Economics is incomplete without a graphical illustration starting from demand curve to yield curve and what not!

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Do Olympic Athletes have to pay Taxes on Awards?
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Do Olympic Athletes have to pay Taxes on Awards?

“...aur fir hum Gold jeetega, aur humara Jhanda lehrayega”

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e-RUPI : Can it revamp India’s Public Distribution System?
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e-RUPI : Can it revamp India’s Public Distribution System?

Ever thought, what if the government gives us money for the vaccine instead of providing vaccines for free?

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Everything you should know about the Yield Curve
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Everything you should know about the Yield Curve

With changing times and varied preferences, financial markets have been witnessing an influx of various securities. Potential investors are free to pick and choose the most feasible one among the lot.

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The Mysterious Richie Rich- Padmanabhaswamy Temple
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The Mysterious Richie Rich- Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Treasure! Pirates of the Caribbean, Indiana Jones, The Mummy; this word usually seems so unreal that all people can think of, when they hear it for the first time, are just movies that are based on it.

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How are Inflation & Interest Rates Related?
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How are Inflation & Interest Rates Related?

Any ‘chai pe charcha’ is usually incomplete without discussing how pricey goods are becoming day-by-day, or without listening to parents rant about how inexpensive lifestyle used to be when they were kids. Well, this is the tragic magic of inflation, fellas!

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Fiscal Deficit: Is It Really Bad For The Economy?
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Fiscal Deficit: Is It Really Bad For The Economy?

No matter how scarce revenue collection is, the Government must loosen its purse strings to uplift the country. When it spends more than it earns, a fiscal deficit arises. But is it that bad?

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Dollar vs Rupee: Where to Invest?
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Dollar vs Rupee: Where to Invest?

If you traced the dollar rate back to independence, you wouldn't believe that the rupee was at par with the US dollar! If that rate prevailed now, you could have bought the latest iPhone for just Rs 1300! Or you could have added luxury cars like Porsche or Tesla to your collection at just Rs 1 Lakh! Unfortunately, that is not the case.

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Why is RBI’s dividend a godsend for the Government?
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Why is RBI’s dividend a godsend for the Government?

Last week, the RBI announced a dividend payout of close to ₹ 1 Trillion for the Indian Government! But how, why & so what? If you aren’t aware, here’s help.

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How does the BCCI earn money?
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How does the BCCI earn money?

The BCCI has made a fortune out of the gentleman's game. So, today, let's dive deep into crick-finance and understand how the BCCI makes money.

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Covaxin vs Covishield vs Sputnik V: Know the Difference
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Covaxin vs Covishield vs Sputnik V: Know the Difference

There has been a lot of fuss in the markets concerning vaccines. And people aren't much aware. So, today, we'll make things clear for you.

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Lalit Modi Scam: Rise and Fall of the IPL Mastermind
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Lalit Modi Scam: Rise and Fall of the IPL Mastermind

A saga or a fiasco, what was it? There are two sides to the story of the architect of our beloved IPL. But many are unaware. So, today, we’ll tell you...

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What went wrong with India’s Vaccination strategy?
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What went wrong with India’s Vaccination strategy?

What is believed to be the world’s largest vaccination drive isn’t all that rosy! Read this piece to make sense of how India messed up its covid vaccination strategy.

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6 Ways To Beat Inflation With Investments
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6 Ways To Beat Inflation With Investments

Inflation refers to a measure of increase in the price level of goods and services. Sounds familiar? But how do you escape from the perils of inflation?

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Is Work From Home too much of a good thing?
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Is Work From Home too much of a good thing?

Bed-desk-bed: it’s time WFH becomes mainstream again! But is the ‘go to work’ culture over yet? And is WFH economically viable in the first place? Well, let’s decode.

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