Equity markets extended their losing streak for a third consecutive session on Monday, with benchmark indices witnessing sharp declines as crude oil prices surged after the United States and Iran failed to secure a peace agreement aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The BSE Sensex, comprising 30 shares, plunged 1,312.91 points or…
Oil price today: Oil prices extended their rally on Tuesday as uncertainty over the Middle East conflict continued to intensify, with the ceasefire proposal now hanging on “life support.” Brent crude futures were up 30 cents, or 0.29%, at $104.51 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate rose 31 cents, or 0.32%, to $98.38 at…
As a traveller, you must have come across some weird, unusual or unique attractions while exploring a destination. But did you ever imagine seeing a hair cutting ATM? Well, it is true because we have video proof. In the busy lanes of Danapur on the outskirts of Patna, travellers are stopping to withdraw cash, but…
US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) said that he is looking forward to his upcoming visit to China and his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, expressing optimism that the talks will bring “Great things” for both countries.Ahead of the meeting, Trump said “great things” would happen for both the United States and…
A British cricketer, Jamie Spence, has died in a car crash in New Zealand along with another man, French national Raphael Jean-Gabriel Roellinger. Jamie, who was from Yorkshire, was 28 years old. The crash happened on April 29 near Kinleith on New Zealand’s North Island.Jamie played for Hull Strikers, a local cricket club that described…
The United Arab Emirates secretly entered the Middle East war and carried out attacks on Iran last month, the The Wall Street Journal reported, citing sources. This makes the UAE a new direct participant in the war alongside the US and Israel.According to the report, the attacks targeted a refinery located on Iran’s Lavan Island…
NEW DELHI: Days after conceding a major defeat in West Bengal, the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress has launched a sharp attack on the newly formed BJP government in the state over the appointment of former chief electoral officer Manoj Agarwal as chief secretary. The opposition party termed the move “shameless” and questioned the neutrality of…
Passengers are sprayed with disinfectant before boarding a plane after disembarking from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius at Tenerife airport in Canary Islands (Image credits: AP) The hantavirus-hit MV Hondius departed the Spanish island of Tenerife for the Netherlands on Monday after the last remaining passengers and several crew members were evacuated from the…
Andre Gide was a highly influential figure in world literature during the twentieth century. Born in 1869 in France, he was known for his bold thinking, deep exploration of human nature, and willingness to challenge social norms. Many of Gide’s books explored issues of personal liberty, independence, and authenticity, urging readers to question society and…
Akshay Kumar’s horror comedy ‘Bhooth Bangla’ is maintaining a strong theatrical run across the world. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film has now crossed the Rs 243 crore mark worldwide after 26 days in cinemas. India and overseas collections of ‘Bhooth Bangla’ According to Sacnilk, ‘Bhooth Bangla’ has earned Rs 160.10 crore in India net collections…