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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The football betting influencers behind Nigeria’s not-so secret gambling boom
Abiodun, a Nigerian social media influencer known as BoomBetNG, distinguishes himself from typical influencers by living modestly and working as a facilities manager while sharing betting predictions with his 50,000 followers. His rise as a betting influencer reflects the booming gambling culture in Nigeria, as many seek alternative income sources amid economic challenges. Need More Context? 🔎
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