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Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted the importance of achieving peaceful reunification of Taiwan with the mainland China. During a speech, Xi referred to Taiwan as part of China's historical mission while promoting dialogue under the 'one-China principle'. Xi's remarks coincided with the 160th birthday of revolutionary hero Sun Yat-sen, who played a significant role in Chinese history. Taiwan's government did not immediately respond to Xi's statements on this issue.

Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang has recently admitted to an extramarital affair, and the woman involved, Alice Huang, has been accused of being a Chinese spy. The company's share price tumbled after the affair was revealed and is reportedly under criminal investigation. The industry is known for its circular financing schemes, with investors already fretting over whether AI investments can ever return profits.

Two Special Police Officers were reported missing in the Dachhan area of Kishtwar district, which raised concerns. Their bullet-riddled bodies were discovered shortly after, prompting an investigation. The service weapons of the officers were conspicuously missing, suggesting possible militant involvement.

Nvidia's board is reportedly discussing the future of CEO Jensen Huang due to recent controversies surrounding him. Huang has been linked to extramarital affairs, including a connection to an accused Chinese spy. Speculation about potential successors includes internal candidates and family members, highlighting the absence of a clear succession plan. External candidates from other tech firms are also being considered as replacements for Huang.

A 4.9-magnitude earthquake occurred early Thursday morning in the Sikkim-Nepal region, affecting various areas. The tremors were felt in West Sikkim, including the state capital Gangtok and parts of East Sikkim. According to the National Centre for Seismology, the earthquake's epicentre was about 40 km northwest of Yuksom.

A three-story apartment building collapsed in Brooklyn, causing two fatalities and injuring more than ten individuals. City officials confirmed that rescue teams responded quickly to the disaster scene. Among the injured were seven children, while rescue workers continued to search the debris for additional victims. Local news reported that some survivors were rescued approximately two hours after the collapse.

The CII Partnership Summit is scheduled for November 12-13 in Visakhapatnam, featuring key Union ministers and the Vice-President of India. This event aims to solidify N Chandrababu Naidu's role as a crucial ally of the NDA. Naidu will deliver the keynote address while discussions will focus on various economic issues. Ministerial participation will showcase potential investment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh.

Oil prices dropped more than $1 on Thursday as hopes for progress in peace talks over the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine wars pressured the market. Brent

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US Special Envoy Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Thursday as Washington seeks to negotiate an agreement to end the Russia-Ukraine war alongside a broader security arrangement between Russia and Europe, Axios reported, citing people familiar with the discussions.

On Wednesday, the Indian rupee surged to a close seven-month peak of 93.69 against the US dollar, fueled by a dip in oil prices and a surge in foreign capital into Indian stocks. Although exporters are evaluating hedging options, their engagement is lackluster due to recent regulations. As Brent crude oil prices settle around $92 per barrel, experts forecast the rupee to oscillate within the bandwidth of 93.25 to 94.

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf discussed the future management of the Strait of Hormuz with Oman. He emphasized that the waterway's regulations would change following the US-Israel war on Iran. Negotiations with the United States are contingent upon adhering to Iran's seven conditions.

Bajaj Finance has launched a share sale to raise up to

A Chinese university with close links to the country's military has purchased two of Nvidia's powerful H200 AI chips despite being on the US export blacklist, according to procurement records reviewed by Reuters. The findings raise fresh concerns over gaps in Washington's export restrictions and China's access to advanced American technology through domestic suppliers. Other Chinese universities and research institutions have also reportedly obtained restricted Nvidia chips or rented computing c

Mutual funds in India have continued supporting domestic equities despite market volatility and foreign selling. They decreased stakes in 79 companies for four consecutive quarters until September 2026. While domestic investments by mutual funds totaled

ET Intelligence Group: Hindalco delivered record quarterly revenue and net profit for the September quarter amid higher metal prices and improving Novelis performance. However, the growth trajectory is expected to be muted in the second half of the current fiscal year owing to softer aluminium prices and higher input costs. The company has stepped up investments in capacity expansion and value-added products.It has around 50,000 crore worth of expansion projects under execution in India and anot

Manchester United are reportedly preparing to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as their next manager, potentially ending his stint as head coach of the United States men's national team. The Premier League club has reportedly contacted US Soccer to discuss his release clause, which is said to be worth $10 million. Here is what the reported move could mean for Pochettino, USMNT and Manchester United.

Gold prices edged lower on Thursday as hotter-than-expected US inflation data and hawkish Federal Reserve commentary lifted the dollar to near a one-month high and reinforced

Indian equities have seen significant gains recently, with the Sensex and Nifty reaching their highest levels since February. Heavyweight stocks in the banking and auto sectors contributed to this rally amid declining crude oil prices. Profit booking was expected as investors took some money off the table after the sharp market movements. Foreign investors purchased nearly $7 billion worth of Indian equities during this period.

Nvidia's board is meeting to discuss whether to remove CEO Jensen Huang amid reports of two alleged extramarital affairs involving the longtime leader. The possibility of a leadership change has raised concerns among investors and market experts about the company's succession plans, future AI strategy, China business and its position in the global artificial intelligence industry. Here is what market experts are saying about the potential impact on Nvidia and the broader AI sector.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was reported to have had an affair with Kimberly Powell, a company executive. The situation has drawn the attention of Nvidia's board, which is investigating possible foreign intelligence efforts. Huang admitted to the affair in a message sent to employees. His admission coincided with a nearly 4% drop in the company's stock price.

Nvidia's co-founder and CEO Jensen Huang faces potential ousting due to various controversies involving multiple affairs. Reports indicate Huang is involved with two women, including a subordinate at Nvidia. Shareholders have filed a class action lawsuit against him for failing to disclose pertinent information about his relationships. The companys stock has significantly declined following Huang's admission of infidelity.

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Indians showed a significant increase in gold and silver purchases during Dhanteras-Diwali this year. Gold buying rose by 30% while silver demand increased by 10% compared to last year. Consumers bought 52 tonnes of gold valued at

Debt mutual funds saw a net outflow of Rs 1.8 lakh crore in September, the highest monthly withdrawal in the first half of FY27. Despite this, they remain an important investment avenue for investors looking to park surplus money, manage short-term goals and diversify their portfolios. A look at how debt funds work and what investors should know before investing.WHAT ARE DEBT MUTUAL FUNDS?Debt mutual funds invest in fixed-income instruments such as government securities, treasury bills, corporat

Mumbai: Inflows into equity mutual fund schemes declined 14% in October, as stocks remained subdued through the first three weeks, with investors trimming allocations to smallcaps and several other categories. Large and midcap funds, however, witnessed a sharp increase in investments,Net inflows into equity-oriented mutual fund schemes stood at 32,993 crore in October, compared with 38,306 crore in September, according to data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). Smallcap

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the state will introduce an Investment Protection Act to ensure that future governments cannot reverse incentives, land allotments, approvals or other commitments made to investors.

US Stock Market: CBOE Volatility Index fell for the fourth straight session to close at a one-week low of 17.49. Last week, Wall Street's fear gauge hit its highest in more than seven months.

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This comes after a controversy surrounding Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and the chipmaker's China business has spiraled into a national-security and political storm.

A Shanghai company secured Nvidia's Preferred Cloud Partner status just four months after its founding and two weeks after the US expanded chip export restrictions on China. An investigation by The Information has since linked its ownership to Alice Huang's family and examined its place in a wider network handling billions of dollars in Nvidia GPUs.

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CoreWeave reported strong earnings, easing investor concerns about spending on AI infrastructure and boosting stock prices. Both the S

The Bay Sarasota: A former parking lot along Sarasota Bay is being transformed into a 53-acre public park, with a $10 million contribution from The Patterson Foundation helping catalyze $50 million in private donations. The first 10 acres are open, more than 1.2 million visits have been recorded, and construction continues on the next phase.

The name gained attention on November 6, 2026. On that day, emails carrying the subject line 'Message to the West' were sent to news organisations in Europe. It included organisations from Ireland and Bulgaria. The threat was that bombs would explode within 45 minutes. The emails reportedly were signed using the name Mikhail Andropov.

Rex Ryan is a former head coach of the Buffalo Bills and New York Jets, leading the Jets to the AFC championship game in consecutive years after the 2009 and 2010 seasons.

Social Security 2027 changes: Social Security checks will rise 3.6% in 2027. The average retired worker will get $2,170 a month, up $75 from $2,095. SSI recipients will receive the higher payment on December 31, 2026. The Social Security tax limit for workers will rise from $184,500 to $192,300. Employees earning at least $192,300 could pay about $484 more in tax each year.