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Why Nirmala Sitharaman Warned Against Fear Mongering

Most people hear economic warnings and immediately think they only affect governments or big businesses. But sometimes, global pressure quietly enters everyday life through fuel prices, grocery bills, travel costs, and job uncertainty. That is exactly why Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently warned against “fear mongering” while explaining the growing…

MyLifeXP · May 26

The three Fs that Sitharaman flagged as India braces for a widening global oil shock, forex strain

In light of increasing global unrest from the West Asia crisis and fluctuations in the energy sector, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is advocating for a concentrated approach to managing fuel, fertiliser, and foreign exchange resources. Prime Minister Modi's recent appeals to conserve foreign currency and reduce discretionary imports underscore this…

The Economic Times · May 25

Who gets what in Vijay’s Tamil Nadu Cabinet as Congress, VCK, IUML join power table

Tamil Nadu's political landscape has shifted with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay forming a 35-member coalition ministry. This new government includes Congress, IUML, and VCK, marking a departure from the state's traditional two-party order. Vijay retains key portfolios, emphasizing control over administration and law and order.

The Economic Times · May 22

NDIS in treasurer's sights as budget outlook darkens

The treasurer is playing down talk of an improvement to the federal budget bottom line after economists tipped an Iran war-driven revenue boon.

AAP · Apr 19

UN and Rights Groups Say Rape Using Trained Dogs at Israel Detention Sites Is Systematic, Endorsed at the Highest Level

A UN-backed report alleges systematic sexual violence against Palestinians in Israeli detention, including rape involving trained dogs, as part of an organised state policy. Israel denies the allegations.

International Business Times UK · Apr 19

Germany cuts fuel tax as oil prices surge on Iran blockade

Following tense exchanges between Economics Minister Reiche and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil, the government held talks over the weekend. Will the coalition succeed in easing the burden on citizens, or will it collapse?

Euronews · Apr 13

'Circle of life': major reshuffle as senior MPs quit

Three state ministers have called time on their political careers, triggering a major cabinet reshuffle and factional carve-up as an election looms.

AAP · Apr 13

Calm before storm: RBA braces for spikes and hikes

The economy is expected to be hit with a savage inflation spike which will in turn increase the chances of more interest rate hikes.

AAP · Mar 24

The CFO who turned Adobe's finance department into an AI lab

Dan Durn is auto-responding to 300,000 emails, slashing contract review times, and stress-testing earnings messaging with AI. His thesis: finance that doesn't adopt AI becomes a brake on growth.

Fortune · Mar 22

Robison urges UK Government to ‘finally step up’ and support Glasgow after fire

The Finance Secretary will meet Chief Secretary to the Treasury James Murray in Belfast on Thursday.

Evening Standard · Mar 19