Headline CPI inflation increased marginally in July. MUMBAI: The Indian economy remains resilient despite external headwinds, but below-normal monsoon prospects, higher crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions and global trade uncertainty pose risks to growth and inflation, according to the State of the Economy article in RBI’s Aug bulletin.The assessment also pointed to firm domestic demand,…
World chess champion D Gukesh found an amusing way to deal with an online troll after a playful exchange on social media took an unexpected turn.On Wednesday, the Indian grandmaster, who has faced increased scrutiny following a difficult run of results in recent times, shared a screenshot of the conversation on his Instagram story with…
The University of Cincinnati is also considering programmes in information technology and professional studies. (University of Cincinnati photo) For decades, a four-year bachelor’s degree has been the standard in the US. That model is changing now as more colleges introduce three-year degree programmes that require fewer credits.As of this spring, colleges in 26 US states…
‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ has put Geetu Mohandas in the spotlight as audiences react to the film’s dark world and unconventional gangster drama. The Yash-starrer has also sparked strong discussions on social media, with the director receiving both praise and criticism for her filmmaking choices.But long before ‘Toxic’, Geetu Mohandas had already built…
Gold is currently trading at around $4,600. A tenfold increase from that level would put the price at roughly $46,000 an ounce. (Image source: Adobe stock) Will gold prices hit $50,000 per ounce in the coming years? Thomas Kaplan, the chairman of Electrum, and a billionaire has predicted that the yellow metal may rise as…
US Capitol Police confiscated the guillotine. US Capitol Police arrested a 35-year-old California man after finding a guillotine in the bed of his pickup truck parked near the US Supreme Court in Washington, DC, on Tuesday.Philan-Tam-Duy Le, of Julian, California, was arrested on a charge of carrying a dangerous weapon, police said. According to CNN,…
In its clarification, Federal Bank said it evaluates opportunities for growth and expansion in the ordinary course of business. MUMBAI: Shares of Federal Bank closed 3% lower on Tuesday after reports that the lender was pursuing a merger with Jana Small Finance Bank, while Jana SFB fell 2% as sensex closed flat. Both banks later…
Pakistan captain Babar Azam is hopeful of returning for the second Test against England at Lord’s after missing the series opener with a finger injury.He said he is around 90% fit and has already batted in the nets.Pakistan lost the first Test by an innings and need a strong response to stay alive in the…
Will schools be closed due to rain tomorrow? The southwest monsoon remains active across several parts of the country, leaving students and parents waiting for clarity on whether schools will remain closed on Thursday, August 27, due to rain, waterlogging and other weather-related disruptions.As of August 26, there is no nationwide school holiday announced for…
Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff yet to respond to FDA’s surrogate advertising notices, Tukaram Mundhe reveals: ‘We are watching for violations’ The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration is still awaiting a response from Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff, who received a notice over an advertisement allegedly promoting a…
