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Indian markets tanked on Friday as geopolitical tensions escalated after Israel's strike on Iran. Sensex and Nifty dropped over 1.6%, tracking weak global cues and a 12% spike in crude prices. The Air India crash in Ahmedabad added to investor anxiety.

US benchmark crude oil rose by $5.6, or 8.2%, to $73.61 per barrel. Brent crude, the international standard, increased by $5.52 to $74.88 per barrel

Ambedkar’s voice offers a crucial foundation for non-Western perspectives in International Relations, one that calls for a more inclusive world order

NPCI and IDRBT will jointly offer specialised training programmes for technology and cyber security professionals in the banking and digital payments sectors

The crash of Air India Ahmedabad-London flight puts the spotlight back on the troubled legacy of Boeing’s Dreamliner

The rupee fell 7 paise to close at 85.60 against the dollar on Thursday, tracking a sharp sell-off in domestic equities and rising crude prices. A weak dollar capped the fall, while traders await US PPI and India CPI data.

The objective behind the dress code is to bring uniformity and presentability among the PSU's employees, while reinforcing the company's brand through consistent employee appearance

As China clamps rare-earth exports, India charts a strategic roadmap; domestic mining, homegrown processing, alternative suppliers and R&D, to safeguard its automotive and clean-tech ambitions

Merchant Discount Rate is the cost paid by a merchant to a bank for accepting payment from their customers via digital means. Finance Ministry’s clarification comes following reports that the government is planning to impose MDR on large-ticket UPI transactions

Indian benchmark indices opened higher on Thursday but soon turned negative, pressured by weak global markets, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and continued FII outflows. Analysts expect the flat trend to persist without strong positive triggers. Brent crude volatility remains a concern.

The rupee appreciated by 7 paise to 85.46 against the US dollar, supported by a weak dollar index, falling crude oil prices, and positive equities. However, FII outflows and anticipation of CPI data capped further gains, traders said.

Since AI lacks intuition and common sense, it can benefit greatly from philosophical insights that delve into meaning, reasoning, and lived experience

It’s not clear how many employees are affected, but voluntary exit offers were made to staff in Google’s search, advertising, research and engineering units, according to The Wall Street Journal

Jio BlackRock, a joint venture between JFSL and BlackRock, has received Sebi and BSE approval to start investment advisory services in India. With a digital-first approach, it aims to offer global-quality, personalised financial solutions for Indian investors

The government approved railway doubling projects in Jharkhand and Karnataka worth Rs 6,405 crore. These will boost connectivity, create jobs, and ease freight movement. Part of the PM Gati Shakti plan, the projects aim to reduce emissions, costs, and improve efficiency

AI will power future telecom networks with smarter services and automation. India, led by institutions like C-DoT and IITs, is developing AI-based telecom tech. Supported by strong policies and a growing startup ecosystem, India aims to lead global AI networking innovations

The Indian delegation, led by Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, held a 'bilateral' with Marianne Sivertsen Ness, Norway’s Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Policy at the ongoing UN Ocean Conference in France

GenePoweRx has joined hands with MGI Tech in a strategic partnership to deliver AI-powered genomic solutions for predictive healthcare and personalized medicine. The collaboration aims to enhance global access to rapid, accurate, and preventive genomic insights.

With new players like Rapido entering the arena, established platforms such as Zomato and Swiggy face fresh competition driven by lower margins and innovative operational strategies

A Grant Thornton Bharat report highlights stabilized valuations, renewed outbound M&A activity, and a rejuvenated IPO market set to boost India’s private equity landscape in the second half of 2025

Rights groups report alleges the Chinese government runs coercive labour practices targeting predominantly Muslim Uyghurs and other Turkic minorities

Following the 2024 ousting of Bashar al-Assad, countries are renewing ties with Syria. The IMF is planning reforms and capacity-building, but reconstruction could cost up to $400 billion

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Wednesday, tracking global gains and optimism over US-China trade negotiations. Positive FII inflows and firm Asian markets contributed to the upward momentum, while Brent crude saw a marginal dip.

The Indian rupee strengthened by 6 paise to 85.51 against the US dollar on Wednesday, aided by foreign fund inflows and easing global crude prices. Traders expect range-bound movement amid demand from oil firms and government-related payments.