Gold has surged to a new record above $4,100, with silver also hitting an all-time high, driven by anticipated US Federal Reserve rate cuts and escalating US-China trade tensions. Investors are seeking safe havens amid geopolitical uncertainties and central bank buying. Analysts predict further gains, with some forecasting gold to reach $5,000 by 2026.
The Supreme Court has directed the Kerala Governor, acting as chancellor, to decide on a report by an SC-appointed committee regarding vice-chancellor appointments within a week. Justices Pardiwala and Viswanathan emphasized the governor cannot delay acting on the report, which was formed with mutual consent. The court expects a prompt decision following the committee’s findings.
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney is projecting calm after US President Donald Trump imposed a 10% tariff hike on Canadian imports, triggered by a provincial ad. Carney aims to reassure Canadians and signal to the US that Ottawa won’t be bullied, while emphasizing trade diversification towards Asia and preparing for a new budget.
Thirteen-year-old Ilamparthi, initially an uninvited guest at a chess camp, has now become India’s 90th Grandmaster. Guided by GM Shyam Sundar Mohanraj, his journey, despite financial hardships and family challenges, is marked by exceptional talent and unwavering discipline. The young prodigy’s dedication promises a bright future in the chess world.
A new online visual puzzle is testing observation skills by asking viewers to find three subtle differences between two dog images within 12 seconds. The challenge highlights the importance of keen attention to detail and focus under pressure. The differences involve a collar tag, a bird on the doghouse roof, and a doghouse window.
India’s historic Women’s ODI World Cup triumph over South Africa marks a new era for the sport. Following this success, the ICC will expand the 2029 World Cup to feature ten teams, up from eight. The tournament shattered attendance records, drawing nearly 300,000 fans, and captivated over 500 million viewers in India, signaling a surge…
The Bombay High Court is set to deliver its verdict on Monday regarding the death confirmation reference and appeals by 12 convicts in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case, which resulted in over 180 deaths. A special court had previously sentenced five to death and seven to life imprisonment in 2015, prompting appeals and challenges…
Durga Puja celebrations inspire festive fashion with handloom expos showcasing folk art, embroidered textiles, and artisanal jewellery, offering shoppers unique, handcrafted styles.
