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'I'm not informed': Taiwan-China question trips up Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina debate

'I'm not informed': Taiwan-China question trips up Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina debate

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 10:39 pm

Can EU Inc. Survive Europe

Members A landmark proposal to create a single European company form is caught between its promise of radical simplicity for startups and a parli

startupuniversal 19 Aug 2026 10:32 pm

Fauci Should Go To Jail?: Darline Graham Clarifies Trumps COVID Stance; Ralph Norman Weighs In

Interim Sen. Darline Graham is taking aim at her Senate opponent over COVID-era relief money while weighing in on Dr. Anthony Fauci. In a stateme

The Times of India 19 Aug 2026 10:25 pm

Trump Aide Natalie Harps Brother Says Her Infatuation Goes WAY Beyond Politics | WATCH

President Trump's aide Natalie Harps unusual closeness to the President is facing fresh scrutiny after her estranged brother addressed her appare

The Times of India 19 Aug 2026 10:25 pm

Nigeria to earn $41 million from MTN

The Nigerian government is set to be the second-biggest beneficiary of MTN Nigerias 545.89 billion ($406.37 million) dividend payment scheduled f

startupuniversal 19 Aug 2026 10:25 pm

From Taco Tuesday to Fitting Friday: Trump puts Canada tariffs on ice for 72 hours

Canada avoided a significant tariff imposition after a last-minute reprieve. President Trump announced a three-day extension for trade negotiatio

The Times of India 19 Aug 2026 10:23 pm

'Keystone XL woken from grave': Trump pauses 50% Canada tariffs as Carney races to seal trade deal

'Keystone XL woken from grave': Trump pauses 50% Canada tariffs as Carney races to seal trade deal

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 10:18 pm

China successfully recovers rocket stage on land for first time

Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin have been recovering rockets since 2015, helping drive down launch costs by reusing hardware that

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 10:18 pm

Shiprocket shares jump nearly 48% in market debut trade

At the NSE, the stock made its market debut at 131, a premium of 35%

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 10:18 pm

The myth of the China shock

The decline in US manufacturing jobs began decades before China's WTO entry. The bigger challenge is helping workers and regions adapt to economi

Business Standard 19 Aug 2026 10:17 pm

Kangana Ranaut Hits Back At Baba Ramdev Amid 'Generation Gutter' Controversy

Kangana Ranaut hit back at Baba Ramdev over his criticism of her Gen Z remarks, objecting to his comments about her character, youth and personal

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 10:15 pm

SEBI bars 2 entities over prima facie manipulation in new closing auction

Regulator impounds 3.68 crore after finding aggressive orders moved Sensex to benefit expiry-day options positions

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 10:14 pm

China Becomes First Country To Successfully Land Reusable Rocket

Although this marks China's first successful recovery on land, it is the second time the country has recovered a rocket stage, following a succes

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 10:13 pm

Trump To Meet Kim Jong Un This Year, Says North Korea Has 57 Nuclear Weapons

Trump defended planning to meet Kim at the same time as the US president wages a war with Iran that he has justified on the grounds of preventing

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 10:10 pm

Trade Setup For Aug 20: Nifty's Break Below 24,000 May Intensify Selling, Say Analysts; Flag Bearish Sentiment

On the upside, the 24,20024,300 zone is likely to act as an immediate resistance band, coinciding with the index's key EMA cluster.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 10:08 pm

Resilience should be built into banks design for growth: RBI Dy Guv Murmu

He emphasised that Banks should focus, in particular, on the functions critical to their resilience and on those that matter most directly to the

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 10:01 pm

Trump says North Korea has 57 'very powerful' nuclear weapons; plans meeting with Kim Jong Un

US President Donald Trump said North Korea has 57 very powerful nuclear weapons and indicated he plans to meet leader Kim Jong Un. His remarks ca

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 9:59 pm

SEBI wraps Dhenu Buildcon on roundtripping charges

SEBI alleged that Dhenu Buildcon created a 1000 crore unsecured loan in the books through 46 transactions over eight days

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 9:57 pm

IDFC FIRST Bank raises $500mn thru maiden global bonds

The issuance marks the banks first international bond offering and strengthens its access to global debt capital markets.

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 9:52 pm

Cabinet approves 5 rail and road projects worth 13,041 crore

The proposed projects are essential routes for transportation of commodities such as coal, iron ore, cement, iron and steel, container, automobil

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

iPhone 17 Pro Buyers Can Get Rs 11,000 Discount Ahead Of iPhone 18 Pro Launch. Here's How

Apples iPhone 17 Pro gets a significant discount on Vijay Sales, but should you buy it ahead of the iPhone 18 Pro?

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:49 pm

Adani Visits Gujarat's Mahudi Jain Temple With Family Ahead Of Paryushan Mahaparva

For Adani, the visit has a personal connection to seva (self-less service), a value that has shaped his contribution to society.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:45 pm

Khalifa-The Ruler Day 1 Advance Bookings: Prithviraj-Mohanlal Starrer Sees Solid Pre-Release Ticket Sales

The Malayalam version has recorded the highest bookings so far, while the Tamil and Telugu versions have seen limited bookings.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:43 pm

What is industry? Nine-judge Supreme Court Bench to pronounce verdict on terms ambit

U.P., Maharashtra, Punjab sought relook at 1978 judgments expansive definition of industry, which only excluded core sovereign activities; Bench

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 9:41 pm

'We Are Gen Z' Is The New 'Mera Baap Kaun Hai': Omar Abdullah On Viral Ladakh Video

Omar Abdullah reacts to viral video of tourist confronting officials over Ladakh road restrictions

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:36 pm

I replaced my Samsung with the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold - a week later, I'm going back

The subtle changes are nice, but not enough to justify spending $1,900 on Google's latest foldable phone when better alternatives exist.

ZDNet 19 Aug 2026 9:31 pm

Why Alibaba is ready to sell Lingxi Games

Asian private equity firm Trustar Capital has agreed to acquire Alibaba Groupsvideo game business, Lingxi Games, according to Bloomberg, citing a

startupuniversal 19 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

Kia Sorento Hybrid India Launch: AWD, Live Gen AI And More Expected

Kia Sorento is set to debut in India as the brand's flagship three-row SUV, with all-wheel drive and Live Gen AI among its confirmed features.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:26 pm

DoT: No New SIMs for Users with 9+ Connections

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has instructed telecom operators to refuse new mobile connections to individuals who already possess n

Rediff 19 Aug 2026 9:25 pm

Gujarat Eyes AI, Semiconductor Pacts; CM Woos Google, Micron, Perplexity During US Visit

Gujarat is seeking technology partnerships with global companies across semiconductors, AI, data centres and skill development.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:25 pm

Why Shein may need an IPO despite having USD 14.8 billion in cash

Many companies go public because they need money. Shein may be the opposite. From 2023 to 2025, Shein generated USD 1.757 billion, USD 1.405 bill

startupuniversal 19 Aug 2026 9:20 pm

DoTs new SIM rule: Subscribers with 9 mobile connections cannot get another number

Telecom operators must deny new SIM connections to subscribers exceeding nine. This directive from the Department of Telecommunications takes eff

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 9:19 pm

Delhi: Three dead, 3 injured after truck CNG cylinder explodes at Tikri Kalan filling station

Delhi: Three people were killed and three others injured after a CNG cylinder fitted in a truck exploded during refilling at a filling station ne

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 9:19 pm

Google Pixels reported exit from China to bring new tides to Indias manufacturing market

The move can help in putting India at the centre of Googles future hardware expansion plans in the AI age

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 9:18 pm

Sweet Karam Coffee posts double digit m-o-m growth in Mumbai market

The company announced strong demand in the city for products like Andhra Spicy Murukku and Ghee Mysore Pak

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 9:17 pm

Hacker 'Leaks' GTA 6 Footage Six Star Wanted Level, Basketball Minigame, Map Spanning Entire State

The leak comes roughly a week away from when Rockstar will premiere the'Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look' promo, set to release on Aug 27.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:17 pm

SEBI's First CAS Manipulation Crackdown: Two Firms Banned For Gaming SENSEX Expiry Options

New closing auction mechanism faces first manipulation case as regulator flags sharp index moves and alleged trades linked to options positions

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:16 pm

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday

Indian equities extended losses for a seventh session as rising oil prices and US-Iran tensions heightened risk aversion. Nifty fell to 24,078, w

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 9:16 pm

Hesai raises non-LiDAR revenue outlook as physical AI businesses gain traction

Nasdaq- and Hong Kong-listed Hesai Group has released its unaudited financial results for the second quarter of 2026. Beyond its fifth consecutiv

startupuniversal 19 Aug 2026 9:15 pm

Estee Lauder bets on fragrances and skincare to deliver strong annual profit

Estee Lauder projects robust annual profits that are set to surpass Wall Street's expectations. The company's growth is heavily fueled by luxury

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 9:14 pm

Around 100 Feared Dead In Central African Republic Gold Mine Collapse

Rescue teams search for survivors after the Zamboye mine collapse near the Cameroon border, with local sources putting the death toll as high as

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:12 pm

Planning To Buy A Maruti Suzuki In August? These Models Get Discounts Of Up To Rs 1.35 Lakh

Maruti Suzuki Arena buyers can access August benefits across several models, combining cash discounts, exchange bonuses, scrappage and corporate

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:12 pm

Egypt Football Coach Hossam Hassan Collapses After Alleged Altercation Between His Two Wives: Report

Following the incident, Hassan reportedly divorced his first wife, with whom he had three children.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 9:11 pm

Ram temple construction complete, only trust logo to be installed: Nripendra Mishra

The construction of the Ayodhya Ram temple is nearly finished, with just the installation of the trust's logo at the top of the Purn Smriti Stamb

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 9:08 pm

MPC Minutes: Members opted for wait and watch as the economy faces a hazy outlook

MPC members emphasised the need for careful monitoring before making any policy adjustments, underscoring the ongoing uncertainties in both domes

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 9:06 pm

Unhealthy situation

Private healthcare needs better regulation

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:59 pm

Letters to Editor

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:59 pm

India Down Pakistan 5-3 To Seal Next-Round Spot, Knock Arch-Rivals Out Of Hockey World Cup 2026

Harmanpreet Singh and Abhishek scored twice each as India edged Pakistan in an eight-goal thriller in the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 in Amstelveen

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 8:58 pm

Sebi flags manipulative trades during CAS on Sensex expiry day, fines two entities

Sebi issued an interim order against Copthall Mauritius and Mansi Share and Stock Broking for manipulative trading during the August 13, 2026, Cl

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 8:56 pm

Chip Stocks Tumble Again: Intel, Sandisk, Western Digital Sink Up To 5% Even As SK Hynix Rallies

Intel shares dropped 4.68%, while Sandisk slipped 4.5%. Western Digital fell 5.16%, AMD traded 3.97% and Micron Technology dipped 1.98% to $922.1

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 8:56 pm

This 14-in-1 Anker Prime dock is now $100 off to hit one of its lowest prices yet

Over at Amazon, youll find Ankers official storefront offering its 14-in-1 Prime Docking Station for $169.99 shipped. This is originally a $250 d

9To5Toys 19 Aug 2026 8:54 pm

Broadcom Stocks Slumps, Trades 27% Below Record Highs Despite Strong AI Numbers. Here's Why

Broadcom shares fell as Marvell expanded its custom-chip partnership with Google, raising concerns over competition for AI spending despite Broad

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 8:51 pm

Australian Tennis Star Nick Kyrgios Provisionally Suspended After Testing Positive For Cocaine

The former world No. 13 tested positive for a cocaine metabolite in a sample collected during the Mallorca Open.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 8:50 pm

Prosus to invest $100 million in Sachin Bansals Navi in first institutional fundraise

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, including clearance from the Competition Commission of India

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:48 pm

Maritime disruptions in West Asia, drone attacks on Russian ports pushing up premium on crude oil

War risk premiums rise, discounts dry up as crude oil supply disruptions persist

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:47 pm

Isthmus 44 sees untapped opportunity in Indias ultra-premium whisky market

Isthmus 44,operatedunder Tartan Paisley Bev Private Limited, is one of Indias first independent bottlers and curatorial houses for single cask Sc

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:47 pm

Crackdown on food companies led to corrective action, accountability: FSSAI

Regulatory oversight continues to drive accountability across the food industry to protect consumer interests, it noted in a recent Instagram pos

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:46 pm

West Bengal govt enforcing zero tolerance for unsafe construction, says Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul

The minister said the government was investing in integrated civic systems and modern infrastructure.

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:39 pm

India deepens Taliban engagement, but formal recognition still on hold

A series of ministerial visits signal growing engagement, even as New Delhi awaits greater clarity on security and social issues

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:35 pm

SBI cash withdrawal charges: Bank changes BSBD free transaction rule; check what changed, 15 fee and when it kicks in

State Bank of India has updated service charges for Basic Savings Bank Deposit accounts, effective October 1, 2026.

Livemint 19 Aug 2026 8:35 pm

Target says its turnaround is picking up steam, with help from a big tariff refund

Target posted better-than-expected fiscal second-quarter sales and raised its full-year outlook. Target says its turnaround is picking up steam,

India Vision 19 Aug 2026 8:32 pm

Strict and immediate action against those who manipulate CAS: SEBI chief

Brokers have been asked to allow after-market orders from 3:15 pm to 3:20 pm from September

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:31 pm

Swiggys inventory-led shift could give Instamart another margin lever as quick commerce gets tougher

Swiggys shareholders, on August 18, approved a 49.5 per cent cap on aggregate foreign ownership

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:30 pm

Goldman Sachs backs D-street debutante Shiprocket, buys over 40 lakh shares

Shiprocket debuted on the NSE at 131, a 35% premium, closing at 143.10. Goldman Sachs India EQ Portfolio acquired 40.24 lakh shares post-listing.

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 8:27 pm

Stock market investments too sector-concentrated: Finance JS Alok Tiwari

Several sectors and regions could deliver good returns if investors were willing to realistically assess the risks involved.

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 8:24 pm

Trumps Harp strings: The aide who strums the Presidents ego

The Times of India 19 Aug 2026 8:23 pm

NCLT to hear lessors claims against SpiceJet afresh

Seven petitions to be reheard after Aviator ML withdraws insolvency plea

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:19 pm

Batwara 1947 Box Office Collection Day 6: Sunny Deol Film's Earnings Slow Down

Batwara 1947 opened with Rs 5.75 crore on Day 1, followed by Rs 13.5 crore on Day 2 and Rs 7.25 crore on Day 3.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 8:18 pm

Investors making bigger bets on Indias health supplements sector

According to Traxcn data, equity funding for supplements companies stood at $70 million for 2026 (YTD)

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:18 pm

MPC flags possibility of policy tightening

Indian monetary policy makers may tighten rates in the third quarter if inflation risks materialize. Higher food and fuel prices could lead to br

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 8:15 pm

Agrogrades automated onion grading system installed at Pimpalgaon market

The machine processes up to 10 tonnes of onions per hour and cuts manual labour needs by 80%

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:14 pm

Air India Express introduces self-declaration process for psychoactive substance use

Move aimed at early intervention, employee support and strengthening safety reporting culture

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:14 pm

BSE looks to launch MSCI-linked futures and options in India

BSE has partnered with MSCI to explore futures and options contracts linked to MSCI indexes in India, subject to regulatory approvals. The move c

The Economic Times 19 Aug 2026 8:13 pm

Responsible AI must expand inclusion, not just efficiency: RBI Deputy Governor Murmu

At the same time, he warned against excessive reliance on algorithms, emphasising that human judgment remains essential

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:10 pm

What Is A Neoantigen Cancer Vaccine? The Science Behind Moderna-Merck's Melanoma Breakthrough

Breaking down the science behind Moderna and Merck's landmark mRNA cancer vaccine for melanoma.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 8:09 pm

SC advises meaningful continuity in NTA reforms, not committee-hopping

The court made it clear that the constitution of the new Nandan Nilekani task force must not be seen as a move to discard lock, stock, and barrel

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:07 pm

Marvell Technology Shares Jump 11% As Google Gets $12.2-Billion Stake Option In AI Chip Deal

The warrant is not an immediate equity investment. Most of it will become available only if Google meets specified purchasing targets through fis

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 8:05 pm

Prosus Invests $100 Million In Sachin Bansal-Led Navi Ahead Of IPO

The investment comes ahead of Navi's proposed initial public offering, which could value the Bengaluru-based financial services group at around $

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 8:05 pm

Wolvaardt to lead new-look South Africa on first tour of Zimbabwe

SA call up fast bowlers Caitlin Wyngaard and Nthabiseng Nini, as well as offspinner Luyanda Nzuza as they look to fast-track new talent on this t

Espn CricInfo 19 Aug 2026 8:04 pm

Sachin Bansal-led Navi raises $100 mn from Prosus in maiden funding round

The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals, including a CCI nod, and comes as the Bengaluru-based fintech prepares for a potential initia

Business Standard 19 Aug 2026 8:03 pm

SEBIs CAS will help detect market manipulators, vows strict action

CAS mechanism provides SEBI with greater capabilities to identify manipulation compared with the earlier Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP)-bas

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 8:03 pm

SEBIs CAS will help detect market manipulators, vows strict action

CAS mechanism provides SEBI with greater capabilities to identify manipulation compared with the earlier Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP)-bas

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 8:03 pm

Will Your Old Case Fit iPhone 18 Pro? New Otterbox Leak Points To Identical Sizing

Accessory makers OtterBox and Astropad suggest the iPhone 18 Pro could have dimensions similar to the iPhone 17 Pro, though case compatibility re

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 8:02 pm

Massive fire at Kolkata hotel: 9 people, including 5 Bangladeshi nationals, killed

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari ordered the formation of a five-member special investigation team (SIT) immediately to conduct a comp

The Hindu Businessline 19 Aug 2026 8:01 pm

Commercial vehicle loans see higher early delinquencies: CRIF report

Commercial vehicle loans recorded PAR 31-90 of 4.1 per cent in June 2026, while auto loans remained the best-performing vehicle finance asset cla

Business Standard 19 Aug 2026 8:01 pm