HC seeks report on child marriage

Nature invented biodegradable plastic millions of years ago and animals have been eating it ever since; scientists now think it could offer a clue to Earth’s plastic crisis

Bandhan Bank reported a 35% rise in Q1 net profit to Rs 502 crore, driven by lower provisions despite weaker operating profit. Gross NPAs improved, advances grew 16%, while higher staff and technology costs, along with lower treasury income, weighed on earnings.

S&P 500 and Nifty 50 offer free cash flow yields of 2.7 per cent each, compared with 5 per cent for Europe’s Stoxx 600, according to market data