US stock markets opened lower on Thursday as investors reacted to President Donald Trump’s late Wednesday address on the Iran conflict, which did little to ease concerns over the war’s outlook and instead added to uncertainty around the next phase of US military action. At the opening bell, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 608…
A systematic investment plan (SIP) of ₹10,000 in the Kotak Midcap Fund has grown to about ₹1.59 crore over 19 years, according to data released by Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company. The fund, which completed 19 years of operations, reported a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 20% since inception under its direct plan…
In western Norway, a quiet underwater discovery is drawing attention from archaeologists and historians who study early coastal life. Beneath the seabed near a narrow channel in Grindasundet, close to the village of Telavåg in Øygarden, researchers have identified a long stone formation that appears to have been deliberately constructed. It lies not far from…
NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M K Stalin on Saturday criticised the Center over CBSE’s new curriculum framework, calling it a calculated attempt at linguistic imposition that favoured Hindi over regional languages.In a post on X, Stalin wrote, “The recently unveiled curriculum framework is not an innocent academic reform; it is…
Visit restricted countries? Saudi warns of SR30,000 fine, 2-year ban / Image: file Saudi Arabia introduced new travel regulations for its citizens, imposing financial penalties and travel bans on those who visit restricted countries without official approval. The updated rules fall under the Kingdom’s Travel Documents Law, which was implemented through executive regulations approved by…
Chennai Super Kings (ANI Photo) Former India greats Sunil Gavaskar and Cheteshwar Pujara have lauded the fearless approach shown by young batters Ayush Mhatre and Priyansh Arya, highlighting how the new generation is redefining T20 batting with a focus on the present rather than past setbacks. Priyansh Arya set the tone for Punjab Kings’ daunting…
Tamil Nadu opens RTE application process for LKG and Class I students TN RTE admission 2026: Parents in Tamil Nadu looking to secure Class LKG and I admissions under the Right to Education (RTE) Act for the 2026–27 academic year can start planning, as key dates approach. Applications will open on April 20 and close…
Actress Mirnalini Ravi recently served meals to 1,000 people in Tiruvannamalai, inspired by her father’s teachings on the importance of feeding the hungry. This act of compassion, deeply rooted in family values, has earned her widespread praise from fans who admire her dedication to social service alongside her burgeoning film career. Actress Mirnalini Ravi has…
Mahindra after six years of Anish Shah A key element of the strategy has been the exit from over a dozen non-core and underperforming businesses, including SsangYong Motor Company. This has freed up capital and management bandwidth, enabling increased investments in higher-return and future-facing segments such as electric vehicles and renewables. Mahindra & Mahindra has…
India’s insurance sector is set to move a step closer to global financial reporting norms from Wednesday, April 1, as the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) rolls out its proposed transition to Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS). The shift, outlined in a recent consultation paper, introduces frameworks such as Ind AS 117…
