India’s economy grew by 5.4% in the second fiscal quarter, falling below economist estimates and hitting a two-year low, following 6.7% growth in the previous quarter. The weak performance was attributed to sluggish growth in manufacturing and mining sectors, causing the country’s 10-year sovereign bond yield to drop. The disappointing GDP figures may impact the Reserve Bank of India’s upcoming Monetary Policy Committee meeting in December, with expectations of a possible policy loosening despite recent inflation concerns.
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Georgia's turmoil deepens as ex-footballer named president
Georgia's political turmoil deepens as former footballer Mikheil Kavelashvili is named president by the disputed parliament, sparking protests and opposition boycotts over alleged election rigging. Protests against the ruling Georgian Dream party have intensified, with calls for new elections and accusations of democratic backsliding leading to international condemnation and potential sanctions. Kavelashvili, known for anti-Western views, faces opposition from civil society activists and the international community as Georgia's future hangs in the balance amidst escalating...
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