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PIB Fact Check has flagged a viral AI-generated video falsely showing Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman promoting a high-return investment scheme. The video claims that an investment of Rs 22,000 can yield Rs 5.5 lakh in a week, which the government has clarified is completely fake

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 opened higher on Thursday, tracking positive global cues as geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran showed signs of easing. Gains were driven by sectors like realty, financials, and consumer durables, with mid-cap and small-cap stocks outperforming.

Gold and silver prices edged higher on the Multi Commodity Exchange, supported by optimism over easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia following remarks by Donald Trump. Gold traded near 1.55 lakh per 10 grams.

One97 Communications (Paytm) has crossed a critical milestone by becoming a majority Indian-owned company, with domestic investors holding over 50.3%. This marks a strategic shift from foreign-dominated ownership to domestic control, reflecting a broader move toward economic sovereignty in India's digital ecosystem.

Global oil prices fell for a second consecutive session as market sentiment improved on expectations of renewed diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran. The decline followed comments from US President Donald Trump suggesting that negotiations involving the US, Israel, and Iran could resume soon.