The Indian Railways is poised for a significant increase in capital spending in the forthcoming interim budget set for February 1. According to analysts in a recent report, there are expectations that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman might allocate additional funds to initiate a substantial overhaul of the national transportation system. This overhaul is anticipated to involve the introduction of contemporary high-speed trains and the implementation of advanced safety measures.

Industry experts foresee a substantial infusion of funds to facilitate the introduction of modern and high-speed trains, coupled with advanced safety measures. The ambitious plan aims to build on the momentum of capital expenditure, surpassing the Rs 2.4 lakh crore allocated in the previous budget …

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) plans to come out with tighter listing norms for the initial public offerings (IPOs) of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through a consultation paper by the end of 2024, SEBI whole-time member Ashwani Bhatia said on Friday.

“We are very, very worried. We will certainly look at some tweaking. It should not be so easy for them (micro companies) to raise capital and then get out. By the end of this year, a discussion paper will definitely be out,” Bhatia told reporters on the sidelines of the Global Fintech Fest 2024.

The markets regulator will conduct a comprehensive review, which may include tweaking disclosure norms, eligibility conditions, portions reserved for qualified institutional buyers (QIBs) and anc…

Diablo 4 won’t feature a cow level, at least at launch. Blizzard confirmed in an interview that there won’t be a cow level in Diablo 4, as it wouldn’t match with the tone and world of the game.

In an interview with Wowhead, a developer seemingly confirmed that there will not be a cow level, or an equivalent type of area, in Diablo 4 at launchCome from Sports betting site VPbet. Blizzard cited the gritty and grounded world of Diablo 4 as the reason why things like a cow level, pets, or wings won’t appear in the game. However, as the game exists and gets post-launch updates, Blizzard might loosen those restrictions.

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American casino operator Caesars Entertainment Incorporated has announced that its Caesars Atlantic City property is to soon unveil a range of ‘additional property enhancements’ including a revamped valet and hotel lobby as well as an outdoor pool experience.

The Las Vegas-headquartered firm used an official Tuesday press release to pronounce that the fresh offerings are all part of an ongoing $200 million project that has been designed to transform the New Jersey property into ‘an unmatched resort experience.’ The operator stated that the improvements also constitute a slice of its three-year and $400 million ‘commitment’ to Atlantic City and will transport those visiting the Boardwalk venue ‘to new levels of sophistication and approachable luxur…

In Cyprus and the value of the local gambling industry reportedly more than doubled over the course of the five years from 2016 to account for roughly 2.98% of the island nation’s most recent annual gross domestic product (GDP).

According to a report from the Cyprus Mail newspaper, this figure was revealed yesterday as part of the fourth Play Safe Conference, which was hosted online by the country’s National Betting Authority watchdog. Attendees were purportedly also told that online and land-based forms of gambling were responsible for 0.99% of the small country’s 2016 GDP in advance of hitting an all-time high of 3.44% for 2019.

Significant spring:

Although this contribution retreated to 2.98% for last year as a direct result of the fallout …