The 'rescue' operation occurred within kilometres of Iran's underground tunnel complex at Isfahan, assessed by the IAEA and US intelligence as holding a substantial portion of the country's 60 per cent enriched uranium stockpile. Retired senior US military officers have highlighted that the mission's footprint -- hundreds of special operators, multiple heavy-lift aircraft deep inside Iran -- appears outsized for recovering a single airman. Prem Panicker continues his must read blog on the Iran War.
rediffGURU Jinal Mehta answers readers' financial planning and health insurance queries
'There is more expansion in the industry happening in retail lines, so we will continue to focus on those lines.'
Consider a combination of a base policy and a super top-up policy.
When investing in fixed-income products, balancing considerations like safety, liquidity, and income is essential.
'Young investors should focus more on equity, while retired senior citizens should prioritise fixed income.' 'Mid-career investors should aim for a balanced allocation.'
'Non-par plans returns are not market-linked. Hence, they can offer guaranteed returns.'
Investors need to evaluate how they stack up against other high credit quality fixed-income options before putting money in them.
It is advisable to avoid a fund until it develops a track record.
If new goals have emerged, this is the time to make fresh investments.
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