An Israeli airstrike on a family shelter in Beit Lahiya, Gaza, killed at least 20 Palestinians, including women and children. This incident occurs amidst Israel's ongoing offensive in northern Gaza, where a mass evacuation order remains in effect and humanitarian aid is severely restricted.
Police in Jabalpur, India, have arrested 19-year-old Dharam Thakur for the murder of his uncle, Manoj Thakur. The victim was found dead in a field after a dispute with his nephew over money. Flies clinging to bloodstains on the suspect's clothing aroused suspicion, leading to a forensic examination and subsequent confession.
The US presidential election between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump began with a tie in Dixville Notch. Concerns are rising over potential post-election unrest, with experts warning of possible violence and a repeat of the January 6th Capitol attack. Some fear a Trump loss could even trigger a civil war, citing escalating political polarization and distrust in election integrity.
This comes months after Fidelity, along with Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund Temasek, had invested $200 million in Lenskart through a secondary transaction valuing the Gurgaon-based company at $5 billion.
India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has recommended anti-dumping duties on PVC resin imports from seven countries, including China and the US. The DGTR found that these countries were selling PVC resins below market value, harming Indian manufacturers. If enacted, the duties could reach up to USD 339 per tonne.
Shiv Sena candidate Shaina NC criticizes Sunil Raut's derogatory remarks towards a female political opponent, deeming them regressive. She calls upon women in Maharashtra to unite against such commentary and deliver a resounding response in the upcoming elections.
Bajaj Finserv Mutual Fund launched Bajaj Finserv Consumption Fund, an open-ended equity scheme focusing on consumption theme. The NFO is open from November 8 to 22. The fund aims to generate long-term capital appreciation by investing in companies benefiting from domestic consumption-led demand. The scheme will be benchmarked against Nifty India Consumption Total Return Index.
Maintaining heart health is crucial, and certain everyday foods can negatively impact cardiovascular health if consumed excessively.
IL&FS Group is seeking legal advice on how to recover approximately Rs 187 crore in excess remuneration from former directors of IL&FS, IFIN, and ITNL. The company is seeking to recoup funds after a government audit found the companies had been showing profits when they were actually in loss.
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi chaired a DISHA committee meeting and inaugurated various projects in Rae Bareli. He is also scheduled to meet with intellectuals and stakeholders in Hyderabad to discuss the state government's caste survey initiative.
Howard University is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris for her election night watch party. Students and local residents alike expressed their pride and hope, emphasizing the historic nature of Harris' potential victory as the first female and first person of South Asian descent to become US President.
The Indian government launched the second phase of its subsidized food grain program, offering wheat flour at Rs 30/kg and rice at Rs 34/kg through various outlets. This initiative aims to combat high food prices and provide relief to consumers.
A meeting of the US Fed always makes headlines. But this time around, all eyes are on a four-day meeting in China that will decide on a stimulus package to revive the economy. The likely stimulus is what triggered the “sell India-buy China” trade in October. So what is the best way to play the Chinese economic recovery? Simple, really: Buy metal stocks. Metal prices spike when demand rises in China. Also, metal stocks can act as a hedge if the “sell India-buy China” trade continues – it is very likely... Читать дальше...
The stock traded at a P/E multiple of 69.32, while the price-to-book value ratio stood at 14.15.
While campaigning in Baramati, Sharad Pawar acknowledged Ajit Pawar's contributions to the region but emphasized the need for new leadership. Pawar endorsed grandnephew Yugendra Pawar, highlighting his qualifications and vision for the future. He expressed confidence in Yugendra's ability to secure victory in the upcoming assembly polls, drawing parallels to Supriya Sule's recent win.
Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump remain neck and neck in opinion polls, with voters due to cast their ballots later in the day, although the winner will likely not be known for days after voting ends.
India is working on a new system for criminal sentencing. This follows concerns over inconsistent punishments in court cases. One case involved a man sentenced to death for rape within 30 minutes of trial. The conviction was later overturned. The new system aims to make punishments fairer and more consistent across the country.
Promoters held 51.46 per cent stake in the company as of 30-Sep-2024, while FII and DII ownership stood at 10.89 per cent and 5.4 per cent, respectively.
Schaeffler, a German auto parts manufacturer, announced 4,700 layoffs across Europe, primarily in Germany, citing a challenging market environment and the shift to electric vehicles. The company's operating profit fell nearly in half in the third quarter, reflecting struggles in the European auto industry with high costs, falling demand, and competition from China.
Jagdambika Pal, Chairman of the Joint Committee of Parliament on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, will be visiting Karnataka. He will meet with farmers who were served notices over alleged encroachment on Waqf properties. The notices have since been withdrawn. Pal will also meet with Karnataka BJP leaders. The BJP has raised concerns over the issue.
In October, around 10 equity mutual funds saw losses exceeding 10%. Out of 518 equity schemes during this period, 490 delivered negative returns.
A farmer in Agra, Munna Lal, has sparked controversy by claiming ownership of a portion of Gyarah Sidi Park, a popular tourist spot known for its Taj Mahal views. Lal, citing a decades-long legal battle and court documents, fenced off the area, disrupting the Agra Development Authority's plans for a cultural and entertainment hub.
Cat-themed meme coins like POPCAT and MEW experienced significant gains but are now showing signs of correction. Pepe Unchained ($PEPU), a new meme coin, distinguishes itself with its layer-2 solution aimed at increasing speed and affordability in the meme coin market. The project has raised $23 million in its presale and is attracting attention for its utility and community focus.
Meanwhile, Trump's position of imposing higher taxes on China, which is almost 60% or more, could be beneficial for the likes of exporters from India, which could be wires and cables companies, solar module exporters, even tile exporters from India, and even chemical companies. So, it depends on the sub-sector