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From RVNL to NHPC, these stocks to trade ex-dividend next week: Check amount and record dates

From RVNL to NHPC, these stocks to trade ex-dividend next week: Check amount and record dates

Dividend Stocks: Hindustan Copper has announced an interim dividend of Rs 1 per share and has fixed February 13, 2026 as the record date for this corporate action. Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices have been highly volatile so far this week. On Thursday, Indian equity markets ended the February 5, 2026, session on a sideways to mildly bearish note. The Sensex fell 0.6% to close at 83,311.38, while the Nifty 50 slipped 0.5% to 25,642.80. Amid this, investors are always on the lookout for stocks that can help them earn some additional profit from their investment. There are several companies…
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Donald Trump seeks new nuclear deal with Russia, rejects extending New START

Donald Trump seeks new nuclear deal with Russia, rejects extending New START

The Kremlin on Thursday said it regretted the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States, while US President Donald Trump declared he was against keeping its limits and wants a better deal. Washington: US President Donald Trump on Friday rejected an offer from Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin proposing a voluntary extension ofย recently-expired limitsย on the deployment of strategic nuclear weapons. Trump stated that he wants negotiators from both countries to sit down and plan out a new agreement, calling theย old treatyย โ€œbadly negotiatedโ€. "Rather than extend NEW START (A badly negotiated deal by the…
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RBI MPC Meet LIVE: Central bank keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%

RBI MPC Meet LIVE: Central bank keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%

RBI MPC Meet LIVE: The government has tasked the Reserve Bank to ensure consumer price index (CPI)-based retail inflation remains at 4 per cent with a margin of 2 per cent on either side. Mumbai: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Friday said that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent and to maintain a neutral stance. Malhotra said that the focus will remain on balancing inflation control with growth support. Announcing the sixth and final bi-monthly monetary policy for the current fiscal, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the Monetary…
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Nearly after four years, US, Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks

Nearly after four years, US, Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks

High-level military communication was suspended in late 2021, as tension between Moscow and Washington rose ahead of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Abu Dhabi: In a significant development, the US and Russia agreed to reestablish high-level military dialogue for the first time in more than four years in another sign of warming relations between the two countries since President Donald Trump returned to office and sought to end the war in Ukraine. High-level military communication was suspended in late 2021 High-level military communication was suspended in late 2021, as tension between Moscow and Washington rose ahead…
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex, Nifty open in red ahead of RBI MPC outcome, NTPC among top losers

Market Opening Bell: Sensex, Nifty open in red ahead of RBI MPC outcome, NTPC among top losers

Sensex, Nifty Today: Gift Nifty, an early indicator for the Nifty 50, indicated a flat to negative start as it opened with a drop of 81 points at 25,620, compared to the previous close of 25,701. Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened in the red on Friday, February 5, 2026, amid weak global cues. While the 30-share BSE Sensex dipped 64.61 points to start the session at 83,249.32, the Nifty fell 37 points to open at 25,605.80. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 83,313.93 and the Nifty 50 at 25,642.80.ย ย Similarly, the broader indices…
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Storm Leonardo batters Spain and Portugal, causing deaths, flooding and massive evacuations

Storm Leonardo batters Spain and Portugal, causing deaths, flooding and massive evacuations

Storm Leonardo unleashed widespread chaos across Spain and Portugal, leading to one death in Portugal and the search for a missing girl in southern Spain. Nearly 4,000 people were evacuated in Andalusia as floods and landslides disrupted daily life. Madrid (Spain): A man died from rising floodwaters in Portugal, while a girl remained missing after she was swept away by a swollen river in Spain as Storm Leonardo brought more heavy rain and winds to the Iberian Peninsula on Thursday. In Spain's southern Andalusia region, close to 4,000 people evacuated their homes due to the ongoing storm, and dozens of…
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Parenting quote of the day: โ€œYour kids require you most of all to love them for who they are, not to spend your whole time trying to correct them.โ€ – Bill Ayers

Parenting quote of the day: โ€œYour kids require you most of all to love them for who they are, not to spend your whole time trying to correct them.โ€ – Bill Ayers

Encouraging parents to embrace their children with unwavering love is crucial; the emphasis shouldn't solely be on correcting missteps. A child's spirit flourishes when they feel accepted, rather than being subjected to endless adjustments. Nurturing self-esteem and inspiring personal development come from a foundation of love. โ€œYour kids require you most of all to love them for who they are, not to spend your whole time trying to correct them.โ€ โ€“ Bill AyersThis quote cuts through a common parenting habit. Many parents spend days fixing, guiding, and improving. The intent is good, but the impact can feel heavy. Children do…
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Rahul Gandhi’s ‘memoir’ remark triggers uproar in Lok Sabha

Rahul Gandhi’s ‘memoir’ remark triggers uproar in Lok Sabha

A statement by the Leader of the Opposition and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi turned into a controversial dispute in the Parliament. Rahul authenticated a copy of an article in the Lok Sabha which cited former army chief M M Naravane's unpublished 'memoir,' but it failed to end the impasse over the matter, leading to a brief adjournment. The Congress leader insisted on raising the issue in the House. ย  In between all this, Chair Krishna Prasad Tenneti moved on to other Speakers and asked Harish Balayogi of the TDP, an NDA constituent, to speak on the President's address after three…
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Asa Butterfield, Mark Strong to star in โ€˜Happyโ€™

Asa Butterfield, Mark Strong to star in โ€˜Happyโ€™

Actors Asa Butterfield, Mark Strong and Kyra Sedgwick are coming together for upcoming comedy film "Happy". ย  The movie, described as โ€œwhat may be the worst first meeting with your partnerโ€™s parents ever committed to filmโ€, will be helmed by renowned American actor and director John Carroll Lynch. ย  The filmโ€™s script is penned by Ira Steven Behr, known for his work on the popular series "Outlander". ย  "Welcome to the worst imaginable meeting with your in-laws. A shotgun fired at a birthday cake. A voyeuristic mother. A seductive sister. Way too much booze. Not enough boundaries. Does Myles (Butterfield)…
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IND vs ENG live streaming details: When and where to watch U19 World Cup final live on TV and stream online in India?

IND vs ENG live streaming details: When and where to watch U19 World Cup final live on TV and stream online in India?

England and India will clash in the U19 World Cup 2026 final on February 6 in Harare. England beat Australia in the semis, while India reached their 10th final after a record chase against Afghanistan and will aim for a sixth title. Check where to watch in India. Harare: The U19 World Cup 2026 final will pit England against India in a much-anticipated title decider at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabew ob Friday, February 6. The Thomas Rew-led side reached the summit clash following a commanding victory over arch-rivals Australia in the semi-final. The captain led by example, scoring…
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