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'Prudent to wait and watch': RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25% amid global volatility

Mumbai/IBNS, April 8 -- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% in its latest monetary policy announcement, according to media reports. The decision was tak... Read More


Donald Trump floats US-Iran 'joint venture' to charge tolls in Strait of Hormuz

India, April 8 -- US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said Washington is considering a "joint venture" with Iran to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks come jus... Read More


India keeps LPG supply flow despite global energy turmoil; 18 crore cylinders delivered

India, April 8 -- Amid a global energy shock that has strained fuel supplies worldwide, India has maintained uninterrupted access to LPG for households, ensuring stability even under challenging exter... Read More


Sensex soars 2500 points, Nifty rockets as US-Iran ceasefire sparks market frenzy

At 9, April 8 -- Indian equity benchmarks surged over 3 per cent in early trade on Wednesday, with the Sensex jumping more than 2,500 points and the Nifty rising over 770 points, driven by a two-week ... Read More


US, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire deal, reopening Strait of Hormuz

India, April 8 -- US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, stepping back from earlier threats of striking the country's power plants and bridges. He said Iran ha... Read More


Ceasefire under strain: Iran oil refinery hit hours after US truce begins

India, April 8 -- An oil refinery on Lavan Island came under what Iranian authorities described as an "enemy attack" on Wednesday, just hours after a ceasefire with the United States took effect, medi... Read More


Tata-owned Taneira celebrates Poila Baisakh with a contemporary reimagining of Bengal's iconic Lal-Paar Shada saree

India, April 8 -- Tata-owned fashion brand Taneira ushers in Poila Baisakh with the launch of a specially curated collection inspired by Bengal's iconic Lal-Paar Shada saree, available across select T... Read More


Think vaping on vacation is harmless? This popular destination could arrest you for it

India, April 8 -- Travellers heading to Thailand should exercise caution, as electronic cigarettes are completely banned in the popular tourist destination, with violations attracting heavy fines and ... Read More


Amazon drops bombshell: Older Kindle devices to lose key features from May 20

India, April 8 -- Amazon plans to discontinue Kindle Store functions on older devices released in 2012 and earlier, according to media reports. The change will come into effect on May 20, 2026. An A... Read More


Deadly grazing? Over 100 sheep die in Pakistan in just two days

India, April 8 -- Over 100 sheep have died under mysterious circumstances in Cholistan Desert over the past 48 hours, according to media reports. Local sources told Dawn News that the actual death to... Read More