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Sensex ends higher, Nifty settles above 24,050 after volatile session, Eternal gains over 3% | Markets

Sensex ends higher, Nifty settles above 24,050 after volatile session, Eternal gains over 3% | Markets

Mumbai: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended the volatile trading session in the green on Wednesday amid a sharp surge in global crude oil prices. The 30-share BSE Sensex gained 130.49 points or 0.17 per cent to settle at 77,185.43. During the day, the benchmark hit a high of 77,646.27 and a low of 76,982.82, gyrating 663.45 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty was up by 26.45 points or 0.11 per cent and ended the session at 24,078.50. Similarly, the broader market ended the session in the green. While the BSE MidCap Select Index gained 107.89 points or 0.59 per cent,…
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Didier Deschamps criticises referee ruling as France’s World Cup dream gets shattered | Football

Didier Deschamps criticises referee ruling as France’s World Cup dream gets shattered | Football

New Delhi: French coach Didier Deschamps questioned the refereeing during the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal against Spain, as the Les Bleus' run in the tournament came to a heartbreaking end. France were defeated 0-2 at the Dallas Stadium as La Roja displayed stellar defensive prowess to enter their second final. Under Deschamps, France had lit up the tournament on their way to the semi-finals, scoring 16 goals in six matches and earning comparisons to some of the best sides in World Cup history. Despite strong performances in the tournament, Franceโ€™s dreams of a third World Cup title have been…
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NSE, SBI Mutual Funds IPOs push unlisted shares into focus: How to buy, tax rules and risks involved | Personal-finance

NSE, SBI Mutual Funds IPOs push unlisted shares into focus: How to buy, tax rules and risks involved | Personal-finance

New Delhi: SBI Mutual Funds Managementย IPO is now open for subscription, and NSE is running global roadshows this week ahead of a targeted September listing. Unlisted shares are back in focus - and this time, more than one stock is moving. Amid this, letโ€™s understand everything related to unlisted shares - how you can buy them, the risks involved, and how they are taxed.ย  SBI Mutual Funds Management's unlisted stock has climbed from Rs 675 in January 2026 to roughly Rs 820 as of July 8, hitting a lifetime high of Rs 870 on June 23, the day its SEBI…
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ICC announces major changes to ODI World Cup 2027 and T20 World Cup 2028 format; check details | Cricket

ICC announces major changes to ODI World Cup 2027 and T20 World Cup 2028 format; check details | Cricket

New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced some major changes to the format of the ODI World Cup 2027 with the introduction of a 'Super Series' and a 'Super Seven' stage. The tournament will remain a 14-team event, as initially planned, but will have a Super Series in place before the group stage. Moreover, the ICC has also announced changes to the format for the T20 World Cup 2028. The ODI World Cup will take place in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, and while the number of teams remain put, there are several other changes to the format.…
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Varanasi to get relief from traffic jams as Cabinet approves Ganga, Varuna elevated corridors: Details | Business

Varanasi to get relief from traffic jams as Cabinet approves Ganga, Varuna elevated corridors: Details | Business

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a mega road project for Varanasi, which includes an 89-kilometre elevated road network along the rivers Ganga and Varuna. According to the information shared, the elevated corridors will be developed under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM). The Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) is a public-private partnership (PPP) framework used by the Government of India (primarily by the NHAI) to build national highways.ย The two highway projects, approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will be built with a total investment of nearly Rs 25,500 crore. Elevated…
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Carey Mulligan to star โ€˜The Bell Jarโ€™

Carey Mulligan to star โ€˜The Bell Jarโ€™

Actress Carey Mulligan, who is known for her role in โ€œBeefโ€, has joined the cast of โ€œThe Bell Jarโ€ which also stars Billie Eilish in the lead role. ย  While the makers have not formally announced the project, reports suggest that Mulligan will play Mrs Greenwood, mother to Eilishโ€™s character Esther Greenwood in the adaptation of the famed Sylvia Plath novel. Sarah Polley will direct the film. ย  Plan B, Studiocanal and Joy Coalition are producing the project, which is also rumoured to include โ€œHeated Rivalryโ€ star Connor Storrie in its ensemble cast. ย  Also read: Anne Hathawayโ€™s husband inspired…
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‘Argentina out of World Cup’ campaign sees over 7 million petitions signed; know reason here | Football

‘Argentina out of World Cup’ campaign sees over 7 million petitions signed; know reason here | Football

New Delhi: Over seven million petitions were reportedly signed to 'kick Argentina out of the World Cup', alleging 'bias' towards La Albiceleste and Lionel Messi in the ongoing tournament. Argentina are set to face England in their World Cup semifinal and are looking to defend the crown that they won in 2022.ย  Argentina defeated a 10-man Switzerland in the quarterfinals to book their place in the semis, while they registered a come-from-behind win over Egypt in the round of 16. The game against Egypt copped criticism from the Egyptian camp as the refereeing was put under question when Mo Salah…
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From Rs 10,000 SIP to wealth creation, here’s how the top 5 mutual funds performed over 5 years | Personal-finance

From Rs 10,000 SIP to wealth creation, here’s how the top 5 mutual funds performed over 5 years | Personal-finance

New Delhi: The past five years have been a testament to the resilience of equity mutual funds in India, particularly in the mid-cap and small-cap segments, as investors navigated both strong market rallies and periods of heightened volatility. Markets witnessed a sharp post-pandemic rally, interspersed with phases of consolidation, geopolitical uncertainties, inflationary pressures, and intermittent corrections. In such an environment, Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have emerged as one of the most effective wealth-creation tools, enabling investors to remain invested through market cycles rather than attempting to time short-term market movements. Here are some of the best-performing equity mutual funds over…
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“Train aapki property hai kya?” Mother caught teaching toddler to throw garbage from moving local train; video sparks outrage

“Train aapki property hai kya?” Mother caught teaching toddler to throw garbage from moving local train; video sparks outrage

Instagram/@coach_amitkumar So this is one of those โ€˜zero civic senseโ€™ scenes that makes your blood boil. A seemingly ordinary train journey has triggered a larger conversation about civic responsibility and parenting that shape India's travel culture. A video is doing rounds on the internet which is shared on Instagram by creator @coach_amitkumar (Amit Kumar). He captured a woman allegedly encouraging her toddler to throw garbage out of a moving local train. The clip has left social media users disappointed and furious. The video https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaunZgyts07/The video shows a woman eating what looks like a snack inside the train. She is seen…
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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipike has said that climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has refused to end his indefinite hunger strike despite suffering muscle loss and “immense pain”.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipike has said that climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has refused to end his indefinite hunger strike despite suffering muscle loss and “immense pain”.

ย  In a worrying update from CJP founder Abhijeet Dipike, activist Sonam Wangchuk has refused to end his indefinite hunger strike despite suffering muscle loss and "immense pain". He is firm in refusing to end fast without dialogue to be initiated by the government. Cockroach Janta Party ย said on Tuesday as his fast entered the 17th day and the outfit's agitation completed 25 days. ย  According to the health bulletin issued by the outfit, Wangchuk has lost 8.5 kg since beginning the fast, and his blood pressure was recorded at 109/70 mm Hg.CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said Wangchuk has been…
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