South Korea’s benchmark stock index, the KOSPI, witnessed another sharp decline on Friday, forcing the exchange to temporarily halt trading for the second time this week as a wave of selling swept through technology and semiconductor stocks amid mounting concerns over the artificial intelligence (AI) sector. The Korea Exchange suspended trading for 20 minutes after…
Last month, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted below-normal rainfall over the country during the southwest monsoon season, between June and September. Weak Monsoon Alert: India’s next inflation threat is coming from the skies. At a time when easing oil prices have offered some relief to broader price pressures, a developing ‘Super El Niño’ now…
A 24-year-old man accused of killing his wife just weeks after their marriage has been taken into custody in Texas, with US immigration authorities urging that he not be released.Francisco Mendez-Marin is an undocumented immigrant from Mexico and was arrested on March 18 by the Carrollton Police Department and charged with felony homicide. He is…
CBSE backs on-screen evaluation process, introduces revised post-result review framework Two days after declaring the Class 12 board examination results, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Friday issued a detailed circular outlining a new post-result grievance redressal and re-evaluation framework under its recently introduced On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. The move comes amid concerns…
Navigating relationships requires careful communication. Experts advise against uttering phrases like ‘I regret dating you’ or attacking a partner’s financial background. Insulting their family or friends, and mocking their insecurities are also detrimental. Protecting each other’s feelings, even during arguments, is crucial for a lasting bond. Yes, you love your person. You think they are…
The Shenzhen Natural History Museum was finally opened to the public on 28 July 2026, which makes it the first large-scale institution of its kind in southern China, dedicated to natural history. Located in the Pingshan District, this world-class facility is part of the ‘Ten Cultural Facilities of the New Era’ initiative, representing a total…
The NBA is mourning the unexpected demise of Memphis Grizzles forward Brandon Clarke. Clarke passed away at the age of 29. There is no official information regarding the cause of death. Brandon Clarke shared a close relationship with his family throughout his basketball career, (AP) Brandon Clarke’s family includes his mother, Whitney Triplett, his father,…
The Wealth Company Mutual Fund has announced the launch of its Large & Mid Cap Fund, an open-ended equity scheme that will invest in both large-cap and mid-cap companies. The New Fund Offer (NFO) will open on May 21 and close on June 4. The scheme aims to generate long-term capital appreciation through investments in…
The Middle East conflict continues to squeeze global energy supplies as the war drags on, sending ripples of concern across markets worldwide. Against this uncertain backdrop, Saudi Arabia, appears long prepared for a worst-case scenario like this. The kingdom has effectively pressed the “contingency plan” button after the Strait of Hormuz was disrupted following US…
On the corporate front, global earnings will see Bank of China announcing its quarterly results. Domestically, Manappuram Finance, Nazara Technologies and IRB Infrastructure are expected to remain in focus, driven by board meetings and key corporate actions. Activity in the primary market will be another area to watch, with Pawarika, Cyperentrals and Amirchand Jagdish Kumar…
