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Defence stock surges 15% on successfully completing blast trials for limpet mines, check details

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Apr

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Defence stock surges 15% on successfully completing blast trials for limpet mines, check details

Mumbai: Shares of defence company Apollo Micro Systems Ltd (AMSL) surged nearly 15 per cent on Thursday, April 9, 2026, even as equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty slumped as oil prices surged amid fresh tensions in West Asia, which threatened the ceasefire reached between the US and Iran. The stock opened flat at Rs 208.05 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and dipped to touch the intraday low of Rs 207.11. However, the stock picked up momentum after the company shared an update regarding successfully completing blast trials for limpet mines. Amid this, the stock witnessed a spurt in…

KKR vs LSG weather report: How will weather in Kolkata fare for IPL 2026 game 15?

09

Apr

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KKR vs LSG weather report: How will weather in Kolkata fare for IPL 2026 game 15?

New Delhi: The stage is set for game 15 of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. Kolkata Knight Riders will host Lucknow Super Giants at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on April 9. It is worth noting that Kolkata Knight Riders have been in horrid form in the ongoing tournament so far. The three-time champions currently sit in ninth place in the standings. The side led by Ajinkya Rahane has lost two games, and one game has produced no result due to rain playing spoilsport. With no victories so far, Kolkata Knight Riders will aim to register their first…

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem killed in Israeli airstrikes in Beirut, IDF claims

09

Apr

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Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem killed in Israeli airstrikes in Beirut, IDF claims

Beirut: Israel on Thursday claimed its military killed Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem in massive airstrikes carried out in Lebanon's Beirut on Wednesday night. The announcement was made in a post on X by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) along with the killing of Qassem's personal secretary Ali Yusuf Kharshi, in the same wave of attacks. "The IDF eliminated Na'im Qassem, Deputy Secretary-General of the terror organisation Hezbollah, in Beirut: A series of terror infrastructures were attacked last night in southern Lebanon," the IDF wrote in the post. "The IDF struck and eliminated yesterday Ali Yusuf Kharshi, the personal secretary of the…

Gold, silver prices fall on MCX amid fresh tensions in West Asia | Check city-wise rates

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Apr

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Gold, silver prices fall on MCX amid fresh tensions in West Asia | Check city-wise rates

Mumbai: A day after the rally, the rates of precious metals in futures fell on Thursday, April 9, 2026, as crude oil prices rose again to above USD97 a barrel on scepticism over a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran. The gold June 5 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a drop of Rs 1,129 or 0.74 per cent at Rs 1,50,647 per 10 grams against the previous close of Rs 1,51,776. However, it later rebounded and touched the intraday high of Rs 1,51,776. Last seen, it was trading at Rs 1,51,242 with a drop of…

Washington Sundar ends drought after 3273 days with 55-run knock vs Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026

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Apr

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Washington Sundar ends drought after 3273 days with 55-run knock vs Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026

New Delhi: Washington Sundar was one of the three half-centurions for the Gujarat Titans in their one-run win over the Delhi Capitals in the 14th match of IPL 2026. Sundar batted at four and did well to help the team post 210 runs for the loss of four wickets in their 20 overs. Notably, this was Sundar's first half-century in his IPL career, as he ended the drought of 3273 days finally to notch up his maiden fifty-plus score in the cash-rich league. Interestingly, Sundar was dismissed for 48 and 49 for the Titans last season before finally being able…

Netanyahu says Israel prepared to resume war despite ceasefire: ‘Still have objectives to complete’

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Apr

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Netanyahu says Israel prepared to resume war despite ceasefire: ‘Still have objectives to complete’

Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that not all objectives in the conflict with Iran have yet been achieved, adding that they will ultimately be met either through a negotiated deal or by military means. His remarks came after US President Donald Trump announced a two-week pause in military strikes on Iran. Addressing the nation, Netanyahu said Israel has already secured victories that once seemed unimaginable. He also paid tribute to those who lost their lives in the conflict, honoring their sacrifice while emphasising the country’s continued resolve. “I want to thank you, our wonderful people. When you showed…

NTPC top gainer of Sensex 30 pack after signing MoU with France’s EDF, trades close to 52-week high

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Apr

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NTPC top gainer of Sensex 30 pack after signing MoU with France’s EDF, trades close to 52-week high

Mumbai: Shares of homegrown power giant NTPC are in action on Thursday, April 9, 2026, even as benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade amid a rise in crude oil prices. The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 243.57 points to 77,319.33 in opening trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty declined 88.3 points to 23,909.05. Despite this downfall, the stock opened in the green at Rs 378, up Rs 3.75 or 1 per cent from the previous close of Rs 374.25. The scrip gained further to touch the high of Rs 381.20, representing a gain of Rs 6.6 or 1.78 per…

Shubman Gill fined hefty sum for maintaining a slow over-rate against Delhi Capitals

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Apr

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Shubman Gill fined hefty sum for maintaining a slow over-rate against Delhi Capitals

New Delhi: In a major development, Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill has been fined by the IPL (Indian Premier League) for maintaining a slow over-rate against Delhi Capitals. It is worth noting that Gill has been fined Rs 12 lakh by the IPL’s governing body. The two sides met in game 14 of the tournament at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 8. The clash saw GT come in to bat first and post a total of 210 runs. Defending the target, the game went down to the wire as Delhi Capitals came within touching distance of a win. However,…

JD Vance to lead ceasefire delegation for talks with Iran on April 11, warns Tehran over Lebanon

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Apr

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JD Vance to lead ceasefire delegation for talks with Iran on April 11, warns Tehran over Lebanon

Washington: US Vice President JD Vance will lead a high-level delegation for the first round of talks with Iran, which will be held on April 11 (Saturday) in Pakistan, confirmed the White House on Saturday. This comes after the two sides reached a ceasefire agreement for two weeks, which the White House said will create an "opening" for long-standing peace in the Middle East. Though the US and Iran have arrived on a consensus over the ceasefire agreement, Tehran has threatened that ending the war in Lebanon is a part of the agreement. But the ceasefire is on bring, as…

OLA Electric Share Price: EV stock surges over 16% despite weakness on Dalal Street, here’s why

09

Apr

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OLA Electric Share Price: EV stock surges over 16% despite weakness on Dalal Street, here’s why

Mumbai: Shares of Ola Electric Mobility continued their upward trend on Thursday, even as benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade amid concerns of a potential ceasefire breach. The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 243.57 points to 77,319.33 in opening trade, while the 50-share NSE Nifty shed 88.3 points to 23,909.05. Despite this weakness, shares of Ola Electric started the trading session in the green at Rs 30.49 against the previous close of Rs 30.29 on the BSE.