New Delhi, Oct 30 (PTI) Gold and silver futures declined on Thursday as traders reacted to the Federal Reserves cautious stance on further rate cuts and comments from US President Donald Trump hinting at progress in trade talks with China. After closing higher in the previous session, gold futures for December delivery decreased by Rs 941, or 0.78 per cent, to Rs 1,19,725 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 12,987 lots on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). Silver futures also witnessed steep

Canberra, Oct 30 (The Conversation) Grandparents can play a fundamental role in families, yet they have often been overlooked in Australian history. Grandparents and grand friends make significant contributions to helping share the load of caring for children. Important cultural exchanges and friendships can develop with intergenerational relationships. Languages, cooking and history are often imparted from grand friends. Grand friends are also increasingly being seen as part of the solution to

BUSAN, South Korea, October 30, 2025 President Donald Trump is meeting face-to-face with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the final day of Trumps trip to Asia, a chance for the leaders of the worlds two largest economies to stabilize relations after months of turmoil over trade issues. Trumps aggressive use of tariffs since returning to the White House for a second term combined with Chinas retaliatory limits on exports of rare earth elements have given the meeting newfound urgency. There is a mutua

MUMBAI, Oct 30 (Reuters) India has imposed a 30% import duty on yellow peas, effective November 1, according to a government notification issued late on Wednesday. Shipments with a bill of lading dated on or before October 31, 2025, will be exempt from the duty, the order said. The government had earlier allowed duty-free imports of yellow peas until March 31, 2026, but domestic farmers had urged authorities to curb the influx of cheap imports that were pressuring local prices. The South Asian

New Delhi, Oct 29 (PTI) Gold prices on Wednesday rebounded by Rs 2,600 to Rs 1,24,400 per 10 grams in the national capital, snapping a two-session losing streak, amid a fresh wave of safe-haven buying ahead of the policy outcome by the US Federal Reserve. Gold of 99.5 per cent purity appreciated by Rs 2,600 to Rs 1,23,800 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from the previous close of Rs 1,21,200 per 10 grams, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent pu

New Delhi [India], August 29 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear a plea of the RJD on September 1 seeking an extension of time for filing claims and objections for voter registration in Bihar. Advocate Prashant Bhushan mentioned the matter before a bench headed by Justice Surya Kant, seeking a one-week extension on the September 1 deadline. Bhushan informed the bench that the RJD and a few other parties have filed applications seeking an extension of the September 1 deadline to fil

Canberra, Oct 29 (The Conversation) Australians are having fewer children than ever. At 1.5 babies per woman, the fertility rate is at a record low. Many attribute this to the cost of having and raising children. If this is true, it raises questions of intergenerational fairness and future planning for governments. What do we do about the young would-be parents who are opting out because its simply too expensive? The problem with this assumption is that while it may feel true that childbearing m

New Delhi, Oct 29, (PTI) Gold futures slipped Rs 176 to Rs 1,19,470 per 10 grams on Wednesday, as investors remained cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserves monetary policy decision later in the day. Extending the losses for the fourth straight session, gold futures for December delivery fell by Rs 176, or 0.15 per cent, to Rs 1,19,470 per 10 grams, in a business turnover of 13,116 lots on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). However, silver futures staged a rebound on value buying. The white m

NEW DELHI, October 29, 2025 (AP) Cyclone Montha was weakening Wednesday after battering Indias eastern cost with torrential rains and gusty winds as relief teams raced to restore power and clear debris across southern Andhra Pradesh and neighboring Odisha state. The storm made landfall with top sustained winds of 100 kph (62 mph) late Tuesday night near the port city of Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh, uprooting trees, damaging roads and flooding low-lying villages before losing some strength as it

Mumbai, Oct 29 (PTI) Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty bounced back in early trade on Wednesday, tracking a rally in global peers, amid hopes of a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve and fresh foreign fund inflows. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 287.94 points to 84,916.10 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 86.65 points to 26,022.85. From the Sensex firms, Asian Paints, Tata Steel, Trent, Larsen & Toubro, State Bank of India and Adani Ports were among the major gainer

If youre experiencing joint pain in the knees, the solution might be to walk it off. Exercise can reduce pain, improve movement and enhance quality of life for patients with knee osteoarthritis, according to a study published October 15 in the journal The BMJ. Around 1 in 2 adults aged 65 and above, are affected by some type of arthritis in India. The most common form is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is wear and tear of cartilage, or the covering at the end of bones, which leads to pain, stiffn

Oct 29 (Reuters) Gold prices inched higher on Wednesday, ahead of a widely expected interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve, although easing U.S.-China trade tensions kept bullion strength in check. Spot gold was up 0.2% at $3,957.42 per ounce, as of 0257 GMT, after dropping to its lowest point since October 7 on Tuesday. U.S. gold futures for December delivery eased 0.3% to $3,971.20 per ounce. The fuel for this short-term correction in gold is a readjustment of safe-haven instrument toward

Kolkata, Oct 28 (PTI) TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday attacked the BJP and the EC over the announcement of the SIR (Special Summary Revision) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, alleging that the exercise was designed to exclude genuine voters and tilt the political balance ahead of the 2026 state polls. Banerjee alleged that the EC was rushing through a mammoth task that took two years in 2002, with the intent of bringing the state administration under its control so that the elected gov

Patna, Oct 28 (PTI) The INDIA bloc on Tuesday released its manifesto for the Bihar assembly polls, promising, among other things, a government job to one member of every household, restoration of old pension scheme and 200 units of free power. The 32-page-long Bihar ka Tejashwi Pran (Tejashwis resolve) was released at a crowded press conference where the 35-year-old RJD leader was joined by alliance partners. The INDIA bloc manifesto for the Bihar polls has 25 major points assuring practical sol

New Delhi, Oct 28 (PTI) Gold prices dropped by Rs 4,100 to Rs 1,21,800 per 10 grams in the national capital and slipped below USD 4,000 an ounce in the global markets on Tuesday as easing US-China trade tensions dampened safe-haven appeal. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the precious metal had closed at Rs 1,25,900 per 10 grams on Monday. In the local bullion market, gold of 99.5 per cent purity also tumbled by Rs 4,100 to Rs 1,21,200 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from its

New Delhi, Oct 28 (PTI) The Cabinet on Tuesday approved the Terms of Reference (ToR) of the 8th Pay Commission, which will be headed by retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai. The panels award is likely to come into effect from January 1, 2026. The recommendations of the 8th Pay Commission will benefit about 50 lakh central government employees and 69 lakh pensioners, a government statement said after the meeting of the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Commi

New Delhi, Oct 28 (PTI) The Congress slammed the Centre on Tuesday over a purported home ministry notification that said retiring Agniveers may be absorbed in the countrys top 10 private security agencies and asked when a promise was made that pensionable government jobs would be given to them, why are they being sent to such agencies. There was no immediate reaction from the government to the Congresss claims. Congresss ex-servicemen department chairman Colonel (retired) Rohit Chaudhry said if

Mumbai, Oct 28 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Tuesday amid profit-taking and weak trends in Asian markets. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 150.68 points or 0.18 per cent to settle at 84,628.16. During the day, it fell by 559.45 points or 0.65 per cent to 84,219.39. The 50-share NSE Nifty dipped 29.85 points or 0.11 per cent to 25,936.20. The Nifty-50 traded within a narrow 25,80026,000 range for most of the day, reflecting cautious sentiment ahead of key global e

New Delhi, Oct 28 (PTI) The Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Terms of Reference (ToR) of the 8th Pay Commission, which is likely to be implemented from January 1, 2026. The recommendations of the pay panel will benefit about 50 lakh central government employees and 69 lakh pensioners. The commission will comprise of one chairperson; one member (part time) and one member-secretary. It will make its recommendations within 18 months of the date of its constitution. The panel, to be chaired by form

Ottawa, Oct 28 (The Conversation) Last month marked the third anniversary of the Woman, Life, Freedom movement in Iran, an uprising that has been described as the countrys most significant movement since the establishment of the Islamic Republic. Though authoritarian powers and patriarchal systems continue to oppress, women journalists in the Middle East have combined reporting and activism. Many of these professionals operate under regimes that criminalize dissent. For them, reporting isnt just

Melbourne, Oct 28 (The Conversation) Most people have heard of stem cells. They are often described as miracle cells ones that can grow into any other type of cell in our bodies, promising revolutionary medical treatments. However, not all stem cells are the same, and not all of them can become treatments equally well. To appreciate what stem cells actually do and cant do we need to understand their different types. Each comes with its own strengths, limitations, and challenges. Stem cells alr

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 28 (ANI): After the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced to conduct the second phase of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across 12 States and Union Territories, including West Bengal. Trinamool Congress leader and State Minister Shashi Panja said that her party would fight within the purview of the Constitution and law if the voting right of any genuine voter is snatched. Speaking to reporters, Shashi Panja said, On behalf of the

Mumbai, Oct 28 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty were trading with gains early on Tuesday, driven by hopes of rate cut by the Federal Reserve and prospects of a US-China trade deal. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 125.93 points to 84,904.77 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 39.8 points to 26,005.85. From the Sensex firms, State Bank of India, Tata Steel, Larsen & Toubro, Adani Ports, Titan and Maruti were among the major gainers. However, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance,

Washington, October 28, 2025 (AP) Plan on a glorious extra hour of sleep as most of America falls back into standard time. But make sure to get outside for some morning sun, too itll help your body clock reset faster. Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. local time Sunday, which means you should set your clock back an hour before you go to bed. Standard time will last until March 8 when we will again spring forward with the return of daylight saving time. Theres a lot of grumbling about the twi

TOKYO, October 28, 2025 (AP) President Donald Trump began one of his busiest days of his Asia trip on Tuesday by warmly greeting the new Japanese prime minister, with plans to later speak to U.S. troops aboard an aircraft carrier and mingle with business leaders. Although Trump is visiting one of Americas most steadfast allies in Asia, theres no shortage of uncertainty while hes there. Sanae Takaichi, who became the countrys first female prime minister only days ago, must solidify her relations

New Delhi, Oct 27 (PTI) The Election Commission will conduct phase two of the SIR (special intensive revision) of electoral rolls in 12 states and Union Territories between November and February, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced on Monday. The states and Union Territories are: the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. Among these, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Ke

New Delhi, Oct 27 (PTI) Gold prices declined by Rs 700 to Rs 1,25,900 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday, tracking weak global trends as easing US-China trade tensions dented safe-haven demand. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the yellow metal had climbed Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,26,600 per 10 grams on Saturday. Gold of 99.5 per cent purity also fell by Rs 700 to Rs 1,25,300 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes). It had settled at Rs 1,26,000 per 10 grams in the previous sessio

Mumbai, Oct 27 (PTI) Benchmark BSE Sensex jumped by nearly 567 points and broader Nifty closed above 25,900 on Monday following a sharp rally in global markets, as softer-than-expected US inflation reignited hopes of Fed rate cuts this year. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 566.96 points or 0.67 per cent to settle at 84,778.84. During the day, it surged 720.2 points or 0.85 per cent to 84,932.08. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 170.90 points or 0.66 per cent to 25,966.05. Prospects of a US-China tr

Sydney, Oct 27 (The Conversation) Right now, more than 311,000 Australian Facebook users can apply for a slice of a A$50 million compensation fund from tech giant Meta the largest ever payment for a breach of Australians privacy. But the clock is ticking. Even if youre eligible, you only have until December 31 2025 to make your claim. Similar payouts have already begun in the United States. From whos eligible, to how to make a claim, to how much the eventual payout might be: heres what you need

New Delhi, Oct 27 (PTI) Gold and silver fell sharply in the futures market on Monday, tracking weakness in global bullion markets as growing optimism over a potential US-China trade deal and a strong dollar weighed on the safe-haven asset. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for December delivery dropped by Rs 1,546, or 1.25 per cent to Rs 1,21,905 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 12,428 lots. The yellow metal lost Rs 3,557, or 2.80 per cent, during the holiday-shortened we

Windsor, Oct 27 (The Conversation) We all want closure. A breakup, a sudden job loss, or the death of someone we love can leave us desperate for answers. Wars, natural disasters and shared tragedies stir the same kind of longing. Our need for closure runs so deep, its echoed everywhere in movies, novels, songs about heartbreak and loss, even in everyday phrases like moving on or getting over something. However, closure is easier said than done. Sometimes it never fully arrives. When it doesnt,

Oct 27 (Reuters) Gold prices fell on Monday, as a stronger dollar and signs of easing U.S.-China trade tensions weighed on the safe-haven metal, while investors awaited major central bank meetings due later this week for monetary policy cues. Spot gold was down 1% at $4,072.65 per ounce, as of 0504 GMT. U.S. gold futures for December delivery lost 1.3% to $4,085.60. The U.S. dollar rose to a more than two-week high against the yen, making gold more expensive for other currency holders. On Sunda

Mumbai, Oct 27 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Monday, mirroring a sharp rally in global markets, as softer-than-expected US inflation report has reignited hopes of Fed rate cuts. Prospects of a USChina trade deal and fresh foreign fund inflows also added to the markets optimism. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 272.7 points to 84,484.58 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 88.55 points to 25,883.70. From the Sensex firms, Tata Steel, Bharti Airte

Coriander seeds regularly used in curries and stews could help cut your risk of developing serious health conditions. Studies indicate that coriander seeds may help lower cholesterol levels and blood pressure. This might also reduce your risk of associated issues such as heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Research published in Current Cardiology Reviews showed that the seeds could decrease low-density lipoproteins (LDL) often called bad cholesterol as well as fats called triglycerides. T

BENGALURU, Oct 27 (Reuters) The Indian economy will grow slightly faster than previously expected this fiscal year, a Reuters poll showed, as economists raised their forecasts for a second straight month following a surprise 7.8% expansion in the April to June quarter. That unexpected boost, along with a cut to the countrys Goods and Services Tax (GST) timed around the festive season to spur consumer demand, has led most economists in the October 15-24 survey to revise up their full-year foreca

Mumbai, Oct 17 (PTI) Benchmark Sensex spurted by 484 points and Nifty closed above 25,700 on Friday, extending their winning run to the third consecutive day on buying in blue-chip banking and oil shares and foreign fund inflows. In a volatile session, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 484.53 points or 0.58 per cent to settle at 83,952.19. During the day, it surged 704.58 points or 0.84 per cent to 84,172.24. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 124.55 points or 0.49 per cent to 25,709.85. Among Sensex f

Mumbai, Oct 17 (PTI) The rupee pared initial gains and settled for the day lower by 6 paise at 88.02 against the US dollar on Friday, weighed down by trade tensions and global uncertainties. Forex traders said renewed foreign fund inflows and lower crude oil prices boosted investor sentiment further and restricted the downfall. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened below the 88-mark at 87.91 against the greenback, and touched an intraday high of 87.75. The domestic unit also touche

MUMBAI, Oct 17 (Reuters) Indias gold reserves crossed the $100 billion mark for the first time, according to the RBI (Reserve Bank of Indias) latest foreign exchange reserves data, buoyed by a global price rally even as the central banks purchases slowed sharply this year. Indias gold holdings rose by $3.595 billion to $102.365 billion in the week through October 10, RBI data showed on Friday, while overall foreign exchange reserves declined $2.18 billion to $697.784 billion. The share of gold

New Delhi, Oct 17 (PTI) Gold prices surged by Rs 3,200 to touch a new lifetime high of Rs 1,34,800 per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday, buoyed by strong festive buying by jewellers and retailers ahead of Dhanteras, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had ended at Rs 1,31,600 per 10 grams in the previous session. In tandem, gold of 99.5 per cent purity also jumped by Rs 3,200 to scale an all-time high of Rs 1,34,200 per 10 grams (in

Patna, Oct 17 (PTI) CPI(ML) Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya has charged the Nitish Kumar government in Bihar with serving its people a cocktail of crime, corruption and communalism, the three Cs on which the Chief Minister had promised not to compromise. In an interview with PTI here, the Left leader described as scary the situation in the state, where the longest serving Chief Minister claims to have ended jungle raj that allegedly prevailed under the rule of RJD, an ally of

Mumbai, Oct 17 (PTI) Golds glittering rally is expected to continue, with prices likely to climb towards Rs 1.35 lakh/10 gram (USD 4,500 per ounce) in overseas markets, supported by sustained global central bank purchases, persistent geopolitical tensions, and strong Asian demand, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. Silver, which has outperformed gold in terms of returns so far this year, is projected to climb to around Rs 2,30,000 per Kg (USD 75 per ounce), aided by r

MUMBAI, Oct 17 (Reuters) The RBI (Reserve Bank of India) sold U.S. dollars through state-run banks before the spot market opened on Friday, traders said, repeating its midweek pre-market intervention and underscoring its intent to support the rupee. The RBIs intervention helped the rupee open firmer against the U.S. dollar despite pre-market signals of weakness. Quotes in the interbank order-matching system had pointed to a possible dip past the 88 level before state-run banks stepped in to sel

WASHINGTON/NEW DELHI, Oct 16 (Reuters) The United States and India have held productive trade talks, and Indian refiners are already cutting Russian oil imports by 50%, a White House official told Reuters on Thursday. However, Indian sources said the cut was not visible yet, though it could be reflected in import numbers for December or January. Refiners had already placed orders for November loading that included some cargoes for December arrival as well, the sources said. The Indian governmen

WHO (Community Oriented Programme for Control of Rheumatic Diseases) had presents findings from the largest-ever multi-site community survey covering more than 56,000 people across rural and urban India, which shows 195.29 million Indians or one in six suffer from arthritis-related pains, with women accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total burden. The study was recently published in the International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases (Mar 2025 online). As per the research, arthritis pains emerg

New Delhi, Oct 16 (PTI) The Attorney General on Thursday granted his consent for initiating criminal contempt proceedings against a 71-year-old advocate who recently hurled a shoe towards Chief Justice of India B R Gavai during court proceedings. Venkataramni gave his consent on a plea submitted by Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) for initiating criminal contempt proceedings against advocate Rakesh Kishore for reprehensible conduct on October 6 within the premises of the apex court and his d

Mumbai, Oct 16 (PTI) Benchmark BSE Sensex jumped by 862.23 points while Nifty closed near the 25,600 mark on Thursday, following across-the-board buying by investors triggered by a global stocks rally and US Fed rate cut hopes. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 862.23 points or 1.04 per cent to settle at 83,467.66 with 28 of its constituents ending higher and two with losses. During the day, it zoomed 1,010.05 points or 1.22 per cent to 83,615.48. The 50-share NSE Nifty surged 261.75 points or 1.03

New Delhi, Oct 16 (PTI) Gold prices retreated from their record levels on Thursday, declining by Rs 200 to Rs 1,31,600 per 10 grams in the national capital amid profit booking by traders, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had climbed by Rs 1,000 to hit a lifetime high of Rs 1,31,800 per 10 grams in the previous trade. In the local bullion market, gold of 99.5 per cent purity also dipped by Rs 200 to Rs 1,31,000 per 10 grams (inclusive of al

New Delhi, Oct 16 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Thursday said it expects the Election Commission to look into typographical errors and other mistakes in the final Bihar electoral roll prepared after the Special Intensive Revision exercise as a responsible authority and come out with remedial measures. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi said it will hear on November 4 the legal issues pertaining to the Bihar SIR exercise. The poll panel said that since its publication of the final el

New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that he is frightened of Donald Trump, after the US President claimed that India had assured him of stopping the purchase of oil from Russia. Rahul Gandhi objected to Donald Trumps claim and listed allegations against the Union Government to bolster his point. PM Modi is frightened of Trump, Rahul Gandhi said as he li

Melbourne, Oct 16 (The Conversation) The rate of unemployment in Australia is on the rise again. Official labour force data released on Thursday shows that in the month to September, Australias seasonally adjusted unemployment rate jumped from 4.3% to 4.5%. Thats the highest rate since November 2021. The surprise jump strengthens the case for the Reserve Bank of Australia to cut the official cash rate in November. Jobless rate climbs to 3.9% in November (highest since April 2022) but main story