The rupee weakened to 86.38 against the US dollar due to India-US trade deal uncertainty and foreign fund outflows. Despite softer crude oil prices and a weaker dollar providing some support, negative domestic equity trends limited gains. Traders are cautious ahead of US economic data releases, with the USD-INR spot price expected to trade between…
In Thrissur, Kerala, a school teacher has been booked by police for allegedly making hate remarks regarding Onam celebrations. The case was registered based on a complaint filed by the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI), alleging the teacher posted a voice message discouraging Onam celebrations in the school’s WhatsApp group, claiming it’s a festival…
Former NHL star Ryan Kesler faces criminal charges in Michigan, pleading not guilty to two counts of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct. Police have sealed the incident report, fueling public speculation. Kesler’s attorney vehemently denies the allegations. The Little Caesars AAA hockey program has removed Kesler from his coaching role pending the judicial process.
India’s Reserve Bank has reaffirmed State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank as domestic systemically important banks. These institutions must maintain higher capital reserves to ensure financial stability. The designation, based on updated RBI frameworks, requires additional Common Equity Tier 1 capital proportional to their risk-weighted assets.
In Delhi, women navigate daily commutes with heightened vigilance due to safety concerns. Recent incidents, like a cabbie’s lewd behavior, underscore the need for precautions. Women share locations, plan escape routes, and use technology to create a sense of security. Despite these measures, the fear of potential danger remains a constant reality.
Donald Trump urged the Federal Reserve for a substantial interest rate cut ahead of its policy meeting, anticipating a boost to the housing market. The Fed is expected to lower rates by 25 basis points amidst concerns about a softening labor market. Policymakers are balancing inflation and employment, while also navigating political pressures with a…
Millions of ‘thangnang’ stink bugs (Udonga montana) have swarmed Sihfa village in Mizoram’s Saitual district since Monday, causing trees to bend and branches to break under their sheer weight. Villagers are actively collecting the bugs, which are a valuable source of oil and food, with some individuals gathering up to 5kg daily.
Genelia D’Souza returns to Telugu cinema with Junior after over a decade, sharing her pride in co-stars Jr. NTR, Ram Charan, and Allu Arjun. She further credits the South for shaping her career and recalls being mistaken for a newcomer in Bollywood. Junior hits the theatres on July 18, 2025.
In a major crackdown in Sribhumi, local law enforcement arrested 32-year-old Debojyoti Banik from Tripura near the Ratabari sugar mill. The operation led to the confiscation of a 7.66 mm firearm, a live round, and an alarming haul of 160 Yaba pills. Authorities suspect Banik’s involvement in cross-border drug trafficking, prompting ongoing investigations.
