Law and Government

ITR refund delay: 24.6 lakh AY 2025-26 returns pending beyond 90 days in India. Why it matters, how to check income tax refund status, and market impact on liquidity and consumption.

Madeleine McCann retrial backed by Germany’s Attorney General puts UK media in focus. We assess legal steps, traffic effects, and UK media advertising risks for investors.

Calgary Transit safety blitz on February 12: Operation Order targets drugs, warrants, and disorder downtown. Investor takeaways on ridership, budgets, and insurance risk.

Czechoslovakia lessons put U.S. rule-of-law risk on Canadian investors’ radar. See how governance signals can sway compliance costs, ESG screens, and volatility today.

Fort McMurray house fire highlights home insurance risk for Alberta homeowners and investors. We assess response capacity, underwriting impacts, and next steps on Feb. 12.

February 12: us navy ships collide near the Caribbean, injuring two sailors. What it means for Canadian investors, defense sentiment, shipping risk, and maritime security today.

IMF South Africa warning: clearer debt rule, tariff risks, and scope for gradual SARB rate cuts. What US investors should know about rand, bonds, and exporters now.

Rajasthan budget 2026 sets aside Rs 200 crore to restore 660 Shekhawati havelis for tourism units, plus veteran skill centers and service complexes. Investor takeaways inside.

Jesse Van Rootselaar identified in Canada’s school shooting. We assess how this may shape Australia’s school safety funding, procurement timelines, and liability exposure for schools, councils, andins

Pam Bondi testimony on Epstein files puts ESG risk and Justice Department oversight in focus. What Singapore investors should watch, and practical steps to manage reputational exposure.