Volatility defined this shortened trading week, with stocks rising on both Monday and Tuesday, boosted by a potential peace deal between the US and Iran. On Wednesday, fears of a potential rate hike in 2026 sent stocks lower. The major averages bounced on Thursday, with all three indexes ultimately ending the week higher. Stocks closed…
Indian artillery soldiers train on an indigenous gun in high altitude areas. Artillery is once again at the centre of modern warfare. As militaries increasingly embrace long-range precision strikes, drones and stand-off weapons, the ability to destroy targets from a distance is becoming a decisive advantage. Former Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan described…
White House and CBP using AI-generated GTA VI posters Rockstar Games found itself at the centre of a political controversy after the White House and senior Trump administration officials used Grand Theft Auto VI-themed imagery to promote border security policies, sparking debate across social media among gamers and drawing a brief response from the game…
Market regulator Sebi on Friday approved a raft of proposals, including the reintroduction of open market share buybacks through stock exchanges, relaxation of intra-day borrowing norms for mutual funds and a faster fundraising mechanism for alternative investment funds (AIFs), PTI reported.The decisions were taken at the regulator’s board meeting, which also cleared measures to simplify…
Brazil did not leave the Morocco match with a crisis, but they certainly left it with a warning. A 1-1 draw in the opening game of a World Cup can be dressed up as a manageable stumble, especially when the opposition are Morocco, a side no longer living off one magical 2022 run but now…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that it will send important examination updates and centre-related information to candidates appearing for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 Re-Examination through its official WhatsApp channel.According to the agency, the initiative has been introduced to ensure that candidates receive important information directly and to…
‘Missing you in Cocktail 2’: Diana Penty’s latest summer photos trigger massive ‘Meera’ nostalgia amid Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Kriti Sanon starrer’s release As ‘Cocktail 2’ finally arrives in theatres, Diana Penty has unexpectedly become the centre of attention on social media. The actress recently shared a series of stunning summer photographs on Instagram, and…
Thalapathy Vijay, a beloved South Indian cinema figure, has transitioned from stardom to public service, sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Known for his humility, generosity, and deep connection with fans, Vijay has always communicated through his work rather than public fanfare. His decision to embrace political responsibility after a successful acting…
Vikram Solar Ltd on Friday (June 19) said the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Kolkata Bench, has admitted an insolvency petition filed by Isitva Steels Private Limited against the company under Section 9 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. The petition relates to alleged non-payment of dues arising from civil works subcontracted in 2018…
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Friday strongly rejected remarks by US President Donald Trump, accusing him of fabricating a story that she had “begged” him to take a photograph with her during the recent G7 summit.Meloni described Trump’s comments as “completely made up” and expressing disappointment.Dismissing the claims outright, Meloni added: “There is one…
