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India’s top private sector banks — HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Yes Bank — have announced their March 2026 quarter (Q4 FY26) earnings, giving investors numbers on profitability, loan growth, margins and asset quality before markets reopen on Monday

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Brent crude slipped below the $90 mark to around $88 a barrel, down from above $98 earlier as markets swiftly priced in the return of smoother oil flows through one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. The oil prices have tumbled sharply after Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz

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Sovereign Gold Bonds: The redemption will be permitted on April 20, and the price has been fixed at Rs 15,254 a unit, which is 205% gain over discounted issue price of Rs 5,001. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the premature redemption of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) under the 2020-21

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Indian businessmen Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani have jointly requested a U.S. court for more time to file key submissions in a civil securities case, proposing a revised schedule for motions and responses.The U.S

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The two centres of this crisis are the 24-mile Strait of Hormuz south of Iran and 7,000 miles away in the White House. This week was the unique opportunity for the rest of the world to make its economic case to US President Donald Trump's administration directly at the Spring meeting of the

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PIB fact-checks influencer CA Sarthak Ahuja's video about income tax clearance certificate for travel abroadUnder Section 230 [of the Income Tax Act, 1961], tax clearance certificates are not mandatory for everyone, says PIB Updated on: Apr 18

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Iran says it is closing the Strait of Hormuz again to commercial vessels and that any ship that approaches it will be targeted. The closure came as reports emerged of vessels in or near the strait, including a tanker, were targeted by Tehran on Saturday

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Gold and silver prices in India on April 18, 2026 remained largely steady with minor fluctuations across major cities, even as global markets reacted to geopolitical tensions in West Asia and mixed signals from the US dollar. Precious metals, which are traditionally considered safe-haven assets

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Oil prices plunged more than 10% on Friday (April 17, 2026) after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz would be “completely open” for the rest of the ceasefire with the United States, and stock markets surged. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on X that “passage for all commercial

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Meta will cut about 10 percent of its global staff, around 8000 jobs, starting May 20, with more layoffs likely in 2026 as it shifts spending toward artificial intelligence Meta Layoffs: Meta Platforms is preparing to roll out a major round of job cuts starting May 20

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Gautam Adani has become Asia’s richest individual after the billionaire industrialist’s net worth climbed to $92.6 billion, placing him at the 19th position globally. Adani outperformed Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani to claim the title, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index

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Oil prices have plummeted after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz would be "completely open" to commercial ships for the remainder of the ceasefire in the US-Israel war with Iran. The cost of a barrel of Brent crude fell to $88 (£65) a barrel after the announcement

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The Trinamool Congress on Sunday refuted a news report claiming that political consultancy Indian Political Action Committee has paused its operations in West Bengal ahead of the Assembly elections, calling it “completely baseless”. In a statement

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned an official address to the nation into a political speech “full of mudslinging and outright lies”, the Opposition said on Saturday. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge said that Modi must “stop lying to the nation” that the draft legislation defeated by the

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Kolkata: The BJP on Saturday announced that it would introduce a monthly allowance of Rs 5,000 for journalists in West Bengal if it comes to power in the state. Speaking at a meet-the-press at the Press Club Kolkata, state BJP President Samik Bhattacharya said the benefit would be extended to all

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West Bengal elections 2026: Political contests in West Bengal's Junglemahal are influenced by ethnic identity struggles. The Kudmi-Mahato community seeks Scheduled Tribe status, expressing disillusionment with the TMC government. Meanwhile, the Santal community prioritizes educational development

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Several top BJP leaders, including Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Hema Malini, and Bansuri Swaraj, led a massive crowd of protesters towards Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s residence after the Centre failed to push a Constitutional amendment legislation on women’s quota and two other bills

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The Bill received support from 298 MPs, while 230 voted against it. However, this was not enough for it to pass. A Constitution Amendment Bill linked to delimitation and women’s reservation was defeated in the Lok Sabha on Friday, despite getting more votes in favour than against

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin that casting votes for the NDA in the upcoming Assembly elections will impede the state's development. Stalin highlighted that schemes implemented by the DMK have consistently achieved landmark success. Tiruppur: Chief Minister M K has warned that Tamil Nadu's

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The political fallout following the collapse of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill has ignited a fierce rhetorical war between the INDIA bloc and the NDA, specifically targeting the electorate of Tamil Nadu. Lok Sabha’s Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi took to social media to frame the

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Sanmar Herald, fired at by Iranian forces, was among some seven Indian-flagged vessels that sought to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Friday-Saturday (April 17-18, 2026) and returned to the Persian Gulf, as per marinetraffic.com. Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) crude oil tanker Desh Garima

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Opposition parties are preparing a new attempt to remove Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Following the rejection of their previous notices, senior MPs from several parties are drafting a fresh motion. They aim to gather more signatures to demonstrate broader support

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that political parties opposing the women's reservation bill will face consequences. He urged Union ministers to highlight the opposition's stance as anti-women to the public. The bill did not secure the required majority in the Lok Sabha

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Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday accused the Union government of conspiring to weaken democracy and alter the federal structure of the country by attempting to bring in a bill to amend the 2023 Women’s Reservation Act and redraw the boundaries of electoral constituencies

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Inside Malaika Arora's 'magical' Rajasthan holiday at a 17th-century heritage hotel owned by Jodhpur royal familyDuring her stay at Rawla Narlai, Malaika Arora enjoyed immersive experiences like leopard safaris and a stepwell dinner. Published on: Apr 19

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Varun Dhawan shares BTS with ‘India’s biggest kunwara' Salman Khan from Vyah Karwado Ji shoot, gets playfully roastedVarun Dhawan shared a BTS video from the shoot of his song Vyah Karwado Ji, featuring Salman Khan. Fans reacted to their playful interaction. Apr 19, 2026

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In modern times, cancer treatment is not only about sustaining life but also about ensuring its quality. Advances in medical technology have introduced less invasive methods, more precise procedures, and treatment approaches that are increasingly sensitive to patients’ comfort

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From New York’s East Village to the wider world, Chef Vikas Khanna has turned Bungalow into more than a restaurant: a place that carries memory, identity, and storytelling in every plate. Fresh off being named in TIME’s 2026 TIME100 , where he appears under the Innovators category

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Sushi has become a fan-favourite dish in most Indian cities. What was once authentically Japanese has been given several twists to make it beloved by and suit the Indian palate. From being made vegetarian to having Indian flavours and more, sushi has found a strong fan following for a dish that is

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Move over, Matcha. Your emerald reign on our Instagram feeds is officially being challenged by a vibrant, violet newcomer. If you’ve scrolled through your Discover page lately, you’ve likely seen it: a striking, deep purple hue taking over lattes, cheesecakes, and soft-serves.Move over, Matcha

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For a long time, the idea of dating after the age of50 in India was acknowledged in theory but rarely in practice. You were expected to have completed that chapter already. To want romance again, or even companionship, could feel like reopening something that had been very carefully filed away and

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Healthy Aam Doi Recipe: A Sugar-Free Bengali Ripe Mango Yoghurt Dessert For A Nutritious Summer TreatEnjoy a healthy Aam Doi recipe featuring Bengali ripe mango yoghurt. This no-oven dessert replaces sugar with jaggery, offering a nutrient-rich summer treat. Published on: Apr 19

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Healthy Aamer Dal Recipe: A Nutritious Bengali Raw Mango Dal for SummerSavour the flavour of summer with this healthy Bengali Aamer Dal recipe. Made with toor dal, raw mango, and jaggery, it's the best cooling, protein-rich meal. Published on: Apr 19

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Most people don’t really think about their toothbrush beyond using it twice a day. You pick one up, use it for months, and only replace it when it starts looking worn out. But dentists say there actually is a rough “expiry date" — and it comes sooner than most people expect

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Over two billion years old, the Aravalli mountain range in north-western India feels like an oasis running through Rajasthan’s hot, arid landscape. Its rolling hills, biodiverse forests and water bodies form a massive green wall protecting the rest of the country from the heat and dust that rises

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have finished their brisk four-day visit to the east coast of Australia. With an itinerary of Indigenous culture, Australian sport, multiple good causes and a trip to the national war memorial, it had all the hallmarks of a traditional royal tour

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The has told it will not help with efforts to investigate tech billionaire 's social media platform X, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday, citing a letter from the DOJ's Office of International Affairs, dated Friday.Paris prosecutors in February raided X's French offices and ‌ordered

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retailer has withdrawn restrictions on in its in-store dress code following criticism on . In a post on X on Saturday, the company said it is standardising and publishing a revised style guide that explicitly permits expressions of faith such as bindis, hijabs, turbans, and other cultural markers

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Editorial independence is core to our work. Some links may earn us a commission, without influencing our opinions.From gaming to work, these RTX 5050 laptop deals are the most practical picks right nowBuying a gaming laptop can be confusing, but these RTX 5050 deals offer balanced performance

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Meetings platform Zoom has partnered with Sam Altman's human ID verification company World to verify that the participants in meetings are actual humans and not AI-generated avatars. The new integration, dubbed World ID Deep Face, is aimed at combating the rising threat of deepfakes and AI-driven

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A 36-year-old man in Florida died by suicide after weeks of extensive interaction with an artificial intelligence chatbot, a case that is now at the centre of a lawsuit against Google and a wider debate on AI safety. Jonathan Gavalas, described by his family as stable and without a history of

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More than 300 humanoid robots participating in China's second robot half-marathon on Sunday will be facing tougher terrain designed to test their technical advancements, as Beijing ​seeks to develop the industry into a major pillar of its ​economy.Over 70 teams

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Editorial independence is core to our work. Some links may earn us a commission, without influencing our opinions.Why everyone is switching to BLDC fans with remote: Top picks from Orient, Havells, Crompton, more insideThese fans consume significantly less energy and are relatively quieter compared

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, chief technology officer of business-to-business (B2B) applications at American AI company OpenAI, announced on Saturday that he will be leaving the company at the end of next week, marking the close of a three-year stint during a period of high-profile product launches

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, a senior engineering leader at , announced at the end of next week. This marks a key leadership exit as the company rapidly expands its enterprise AI business.In a post on X on Saturday, Narayanan said the decision came after “three incredible years

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The European Union said Friday that it was updating an age verification app unveiled this week after independent developers pointed to vulnerabilities. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday that the app, which aims to better protect children from online harm, was "technically ready"

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Apple builds on green commitments with recycled materials rising to 30% across productsApple’s goal to achieve 100% carbon neutrality by 2030 appears to be on track, with its latest data pointing to big progress in its sustainability efforts. Updated on: Apr 17

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Samsung bets on AI and 3D displays to change customer experience for businessesSamsung India introduces a glasses-free 3D spatial signage in Gurugram, aiming to change how stores and banks connect with customers in real time. Updated on: Apr 17

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