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RBI's FCNR(B) rule 'data-driven' or policy U-turn?

LIC gets RBI nod to raise stake in HDFC Bank

Hormuz shipping steady amid US-Iran war

Vijay Vikram Singh: The Voice Behind Bigg Boss Discusses Identity in the Viral Age

Mumbai, August 20: Indian voice-over artist Vijay Vikram Singh is widely recognized as the powerful narrator of the popular reality show Bigg Bos

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Batwara 1947 box office Day 6: Domestic earnings lose steam, films hits Rs 45 crore

Batwara box office Day Domestic earnings lose steam films hits Rs crore

Indian authorities remove unauthorised structures outside Pakistan High Commission

Authorities removed structures and queue barriers outside the Pakistan High Commission. These items were located on a lane outside the compound's

Manipur schools, colleges to remain shut till Aug 22 amid NRC showdown

Manipur schools and colleges will close from August 20 to August 22 due to prevailing law and order issues. Protests demanding the National Regis

Q1 outliers: 26 Nifty 500 stocks post over 50% PAT, revenue growth

Favourable base, stronger domestic activity, government capex and operating leverage were seen aiding the SMIDs' Q1 FY27 results.

Strip out oil, and the June quarter's earnings story inverts: JM Financial

Despite a beat of this size, we have cut FY27 Nifty EPS by 0.4 per cent and raised FY28 by 0.3 per cent. A quarter this good produced no upgrade

Viswanath and Sons box office Day 6: Just Rs 15 crore away from Rs 150-crore club

Viswanath and Sons box office Day Just Rs crore away from Rs crore club

FDA suspends license of Mumbai's Otters Club over analogue paneer; Crackdown on several other establishments across Maharashtra

Other establishments across Maharashtra also had their licences suspended after inspections found alleged hygiene, storage, pest-control and food

Sensex, Nifty set to open higher as global bond markets steady

GIFT Nifty futures were at 24,241 points, as of 7:56 am, indicating a positive start for the benchmark Nifty 50 index, which closed at 24,078.3 o

This 18-year-old came to BWF Worlds with a Friday return ticket. Then he beat Lakshya

This yearold came to BWF Worlds with a Friday return ticket Then he beat Lakshya

Congress firm on 2-stanza 'Vande Mataram' stand; BJP calls it 'new Muslim League'

It seems the controversy over 'Vande Mataram' is unlikely to end anytime soon, as the Congress has decided that it will sing only the first two s

Trump says US, Canada have trade deal, but key terms remain unclear

Canada has dodged President Donald Trump's threat of 50 -per cent tariffs - at least for now. Trump went on social media late Tuesday to say he w

Josh Tongue explains England's 'brave' approach behind Pakistan collapse

Josh Tongue explains Englands brave approach behind Pakistan collapse

Iran goes on offensive as diplomacy with US stalls

Six months into its war with the United States, Iran's military has begun signalling a shift from retaliation to offence, which analysts say coul

Q1 earnings beat estimates; Nomura explains what could sustain momentum

Revenue growth at 17 per cent (excluding oil & gas, metals, and financials) reached a 12-quarter high, though this was offset by margin compressi

Trump Warns of Tough Sanctions on Iran Amid Tensions in Hormuz Strait

Washington, August 20: U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a warning about imposing strict sanctions on Iran amid ongoing tensions in the Horm

US debt tops $40 trillion - $20 trillion since Trump first took office

Russian ballistic missiles kill at least three in Ukraine's Kyiv, mayor says

In a tragic turn of events, Kyiv faced early morning assaults from Russian ballistic missiles, resulting in the loss of at least three lives and

FMCG Q1FY27 review: Marico, Nestle emerge as top picks as volumes recover

Analysts highlighted improving rural demand, premiumisation and a gradual recovery in consumption as key positives.

Manipur shuts schools, colleges for 3 days amid NRC delimitation protest

The Manipur government on Wednesday announced that all educational institutes in the state would remain closed for three days from August 20, cit

BJP chief Nabin calls Congress the New Muslim League over partys Vande Mataram stance

The Congress has now formalised its insult (to Vande Mataram) into a resolution, the BJP president said

Meta CEO knew about harm Instagram was causing: Ex director

A former engineering director at Meta who has testified before Congress about child safety on Instagram told jurors Wednesday at a landmark trial

Stocks to watch: HDFC Bank, Hyundai Motor, BSE, IDFC First Bank, SpiceJet

Stocks to watch: HDFC Bank, Hyundai Motor India, BSE, IDFC First Bank, SpiceJet, Kolte-Patil Developers, Escorts Kubota, HDFC Life, Oil India, am

US opens secret oil shipping corridor through Hormuz amid Iran stalemate: Report

US opens secret oil shipping corridor through Hormuz amid Iran stalemate: Report

Local body polls announced in Rajasthan; Congress launches panchayat task force campaign

The model code of conduct came into force in all 309 urban local bodies with the declaration of elections.

Ederson still puzzled by failed Manchester United move

Ederson still puzzled by failed Manchester United move

Jaipur woman plots husband's murder with boyfriend, poisons his juice

Jaipur woman plots husbands murder with boyfriend poisons his juice

India dismantles security perimeter around Pak High Commission in tit-for-tat move amid US envoy's J-K remark

Indian authorities have removed the external security perimeter outside the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi, dismantling traffic bollards a

I am a fertility specialist. Being healthy doesn't mean you can conceive at any age

I am a fertility specialist Being healthy doesnt mean you can conceive at any age

Why people remember how you made them feel more than your exact words, psychology explains

Why people remember how you made them feel more than your exact words psychology explains

Gave up IIT, slept on roads: How Rajasthan's 1st AGM put Udaipur on global chess map

Udaipurs Chandrajeet Singh Rajawat turned a difficult childhood passion for chess into a successful career. He left home as a teenager, faced fin

India Responds to Islamabads Actions by Removing Barricades Outside Pakistan High Commission

New Delhi, August 20: Significant changes have been made to the security arrangements outside the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi. The Delh

NCERT forms 20-member panel to revise Class 11, 12 Political Science books

The move is part of the ongoing textbook revision under NEP 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education 2023

Lionel Messi scores emotional first goal since father Jorge Messi's death

Lionel Messi delivered an emotional performance, scoring his first goal for Inter Miami since the death of his father, Jorge Messi. Against the P

Q1 earnings deliver positive surprise; has market priced in this optimism?

Analysts believe that such high topline growth may be sustainable in the forthcoming quarter as demand continues to be strong.

Thursday Motivation Quote by Arianna Huffington: 'Fearlessness is not the absence of fear. Its the mastery of fear. Its about...' - Greek-American author's timeless lesson on courage, resilience and overcoming fear

Thursday Motivation Quote by Arianna Huffington: Arianna Huffington articulates fearlessness as not the lack of fear but the mastery over it. She

Hurricane Lala Leaves 17,000 Homes in Darkness in Hawaii

Los Angeles, August 20: The aftermath of Hurricane Lala continues to disrupt life on the southern coast of Hawaii. Days after the storm, resident

Arson, assault, vandalism rock Shillong as students' rally turns violent

Arson assault vandalism rock Shillong as students rally turns violent

Bangladesh's Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir tipped to become new president

Bangladesh's parliament will elect Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as the nation's new president. He is expected to win the largely ceremonial five-y

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Trump unveils Dallas convention as 'greatest rally'

Savarkar defamation case: High Court plea accuses court of trying to determine if Savarkar brave or coward

The petitioner, claiming to possess expert knowledge of Savarkars life, contended that the subject before the Special Court is limited. He argues

Stock Market LIVE: GIFT Nifty signals positive open; Kospi jumps 6%; Brent crude tops $92

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Thursday: The GIFT Nifty, an early performance indicator of the Nifty50, was trading higher, indicating

Hyderabad principal stabbed 27 times: How last Babu call exposed Class 10 killers

Two Class 10 students were apprehended for the murder of principal Roopa Reddy. Police allege the students killed her after she caught one steali

Monty Desai Resigns as Head Coach of Canada Mens Cricket Team

New Delhi, August 20: Monty Desai has resigned from his position as the head coach of the Canada mens cricket team. He was appointed for his seco

US national debt crosses record $40 trn, five months after it hit $39 trn

The national debt surpassed a record USD 40 trillion on Wednesday, a staggering milestone as defense costs, social programs like Social Security

Popular Pakistani TikTok Star Shamso Bibi Shot Dead

Bibi had been posting on TikTok for roughly three to four years and had built an audience of about 1.3 million followers

DEA to investigate Hayden Panettieres sudden passing

The unexpected death of Hayden Panettiere on August 16 has prompted a thorough investigation, now involving the Drug Enforcement Administration.

6 Indian border states

The Union Home Ministry on Wednesday authorised district collectors in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, West Bengal, Assam and Tripura (except tribal

Stars and Stripes publisher to retire, citing differences with Pentagon leadership

Stars and Stripes publisher Max Lederer Jr. announced his retirement, citing differing philosophies with Pentagon leadership. This move follows t

AIFF defends Brazil clash, rubbishes claims of ASEAN Cup penalty claims

AIFF defends Brazil clash rubbishes claims of ASEAN Cup penalty claims

Kim Kardashian, Lewis Hamilton Share Loved-Up Pictures From Their Beach Getaway

The couple were joined in by their family, with Kardashian's kids, Saint, Chicago and Psalm, tagging along for the trip.

Guru Randhawa drops new song 'Marzi' weeks after his track 'Fine Shyt' sparks controversy online

Guru Randhawa has been in the news lately after his song, Fine Shyt, sparked reactions among social media users, with many calling out its title,

US military newspaper publisher quits amid Pentagon row over editorial freedom

Max Lederer Jr., the publisher of Stars and Stripes, has stepped down amidst disputes over editorial independence. The Pentagon's push for more o

Trump says Iran could face

Washington: US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face very Draconian sanctions even as he played down the Strait of Hormuzs futur

FAIMA flags delay in shift to computer-based exams as SC pushes for permanent NTA reforms after NEET paper leak

Advocate Tanvi Dubey, appearing for FAIMA, said the association had highlighted before the Supreme Court that the K Radhakrishnan Committee, cons

US religious freedom body calls for sanctions against RSS, no US honours

Officials of a US advisory body on religious freedom have called for sanctions against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and asked the Americ

25 days into Nilekani panel, no recommendations yet: Inside India's exam overhaul

days into Nilekani panel no recommendations yet Inside Indias exam overhaul

All you need to know about Tempsens Instruments (India) IPO that opens today

The 650-crore IPO of Tempsens Instruments will remain open until August 24; price band set at 285-300, with shares offered in a lot size of 50.

No power or water for malls, hospitals without proper solid waste management: SC

No power or water for malls hospitals without proper solid waste management SC

Kenya helicopter crash kills 7, including 5 Americans, Ecuador intelligence chief

In 1964, a mysterious 27-year-old woman bought abandoned 18-acre island off the coast of Maine & lived there alone; 22 years later, she donated the island to become wildlife sanctuary

Witch Island off the coast of Maine has a fascinating history of private ownership and clairvoyance. Once known as Davis Island, it later became

Oil price today: Crude remains above $90 as Hormuz operations remain disrupted

Oil prices have settled at elevated levels, staying above ninety dollars per barrel. Investors are weighing the unpredictable US-Iran situation a

Adopt cautious stance, says Ajit Mishra; shares 3 stock ideas for near term

Given the prevailing combination of elevated crude prices, geopolitical uncertainty and weak market momentum, we recommend maintaining a cautious

Ecuador Intel Chief, Wife, 5 Americans Killed In Kenya Helicopter Crash

The helicopter crashed while flying from the Loisaba Conservancy to the Ewaso Nyiro area in Samburu County, according to the Kenya Civil Aviation

USCIRF seeks sanctions against RSS, no meetings with leaders

Officials of a US advisory body on religious freedom have called for sanctions against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and asked the Americ

FDA announces nationwide recall of nearly 40,000 eye-drop bottles over potential contamination

Eye drops recalled: Nearly forty thousand bottles of Clear Eyes eye drops are recalled nationwide. This voluntary recall stems from a potential c

Ladakh civil society groups submit list of non-negotiable points to MHA officials, Chief Secretary in Leh

The LAB and KDA are observing September as Martyrs Month and plan to pay tribute to those who died during the agitation over Statehood and Sixth

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IT sector Q1FY27 review: Tier-2 firms lead revenue growth amid soft demand

IT Q1FY27 review: As per MOFSL, revenue growth in Q1 was led by Tier-2 pack IT services companies. Tier-1 players grew 0.4 per cent Q-o-Q CC, whi

OpenAI to enhance safety processes for paid tool customers

Zinnov Awards 2026 Recognise GCCs Shaping Enterprise Outcomes in the AI Era

Zinnov Awards 2026 Recognise GCCs Shaping Enterprise Outcomes in the AI Era

Sergio Gor in Ladakh after J&K visit: Signal to China?

Sergio Gor in Ladakh after JK visit Signal to China

Nikhil Kamaths data centre bet

Founded in 2007 by Sridhar Pinnapureddy, Hyderabad-based CtrlS Datacenters operates 19 data centres across nine key markets in India.

Monsoon not limited to India: These neighbours face extreme rain ahead

Monsoon not limited to India These neighbours face extreme rain ahead

IIT Madras builds engineers. Now it eyes MBBS and MD degrees too, says Director Kamakoti

IIT Madras builds engineers Now it eyes MBBS and MD degrees too says Director Kamakoti

Gen Z Employee Earning Rs 1 Lakh Monthly Depressed By Inflated Real Estate Prices: 'System Is Making Mockery'

A Gen Z employee reveals struggles buying a home due to high real estate prices and financial constraints.

Trump urges Fed to cut interest rates

US President Donald Trump on Thursday urged the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates in the next policy meeting, saying that the central bank is

Breaking News Live Updates: India removes security barricades outside Pakistan High Commission

Prolonged Iran war costing dearly? US debt tops whopping USD 40 trillion, fourth record high under Trump

The US national debt has surpassed a record USD 40 trillion, marking an unprecedented milestone driven by rising defence spending, major social p

Amina Mohammed to visit India for UN talks on sustainable development

Amina Mohammed to visit India for UN talks on sustainable development