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Market Opening Bell: Sensex surges 718 points, Nifty above 24,900, Auto Index gains 3.28% on expected GST cut

Market Opening Bell: Sensex surges 718 points, Nifty above 24,900, Auto Index gains 3.28% on expected GST cut

Sensex, Nifty Today on August 18, 2025: Gift Nifty, an early indicator for the Nifty 50, indicated a positive start as it opened 137 points higher at 24,792, compared to the previous close of 24,655. Mumbai: The Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, began the day on a subdued note on Thursday, August 14, 2025, amid mixed global cues. The 30-share BSE Sensex surged 718.13 points to start the session at 81,315.79; the Nifty was zoomed 306.9 points to open at 24,938.20. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 80,597.66 and the Nifty 50 at 24,631.30.…
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Ishan Kishan ruled out of Duleep Trophy, Odisha Cricket Association announces replacement

Ishan Kishan ruled out of Duleep Trophy, Odisha Cricket Association announces replacement

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan, who was announced as the captain of the East Zone for the Duleep Trophy, has been ruled out of the domestic red-ball competition. The six-team competition kicks off on August 28. jharkhand: Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan will be unavailable for the East Zone for the Duleep Trophy after being ruled out of the domestic red-ball competition. The reason was unspecified as Odisha Cricket Association announced Aashirwad Swain as the replacement for the southpaw, but it seems like the wicketkeeper-batter hasn't recovered from the foot injury he sustained last month after falling off a two-wheeler. "Odishaโ€™s wicketkeeper-batter…
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After ‘big day tomorrow’ post, Trump now says, ‘Zelenskyy can end war if he wants’

After ‘big day tomorrow’ post, Trump now says, ‘Zelenskyy can end war if he wants’

Ahead of Zelenskyy's meeting in Washington, Trump suggested that the Ukrainian president can end the war with Russia almost immediately if he wants to. New Delhi: US President Trump took to Truth Social to write about Mondayโ€™s meeting at the White House, where Zelenskyy will be joined by multiple European leaders. โ€œBig day at the White House tomorrow. Never had so many European Leaders at one time. My great honor to host them!!!โ€ he wrote. Soon after, Trump again in a post suggested that Zelenskyy โ€œcan end the war with Russia almost immediately, if he wants to, or he…
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Colin Munro joins Chris Gayle in elite list with exceptional century against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots

Colin Munro joins Chris Gayle in elite list with exceptional century against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots

Veteran Trinbago Knight Riders' batter Colin Munro was exceptional for his side in game 4 of the ongoing CPL (Caribbean Premier League) 2025 against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. Scoring a century, Munro went on to achieve a brilliant feat as well. Basseterre (St Kitts and Nevis): Game 4 of the ongoing CPL (Caribbean Premier League) 2025 saw Trinbago Knight Riders taking on St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. The two sides locked horns at Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts, on August 17, and the game began with Knight Riders coming in to bat first after losing the toss.ย  The side…
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Rubio repeats Trump’s ceasefire boast, says ‘We keep an eye on India-Pak situation every single day’

Rubio repeats Trump’s ceasefire boast, says ‘We keep an eye on India-Pak situation every single day’

The United States appears eager to claim credit for the India-Pakistan ceasefire. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has echoed earlier assertions by President Trump. New Delhi: Washington appears intent on projecting itself as the architect of peace. In fresh remarks, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed that the United States keeps a constant watch on the India-Pakistan situation, even suggesting it played a key role in achieving the ceasefire between the two nuclear neighbours. "I mean, every single day we keep an eye on what's happening between Pakistan and India, what's happening between Cambodia and Thailand," Rubio said.ย His comments…
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‘This Pakistan team has ability to beat India and any team’: Pakistan chief selector ahead of Asia Cup 2025

‘This Pakistan team has ability to beat India and any team’: Pakistan chief selector ahead of Asia Cup 2025

Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan missed out as Pakistan announced their squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025. Pakistan chief selector Aaqib Javed stated that the Pakistan team can beat India and any other team in the Asia Cup. New Delhi: Pakistan have announced their squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 and the tri-series against the UAE and Afghanistan, with star batters Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan left out. Slaman Ali Agha, who was made the T20I captain earlier this year, will be leading the 17-member squad. Babar and Rizwan are two major absentees, along with Naseem Shah (also…
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Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League 2025 final despite missing Silesia meeting

Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League 2025 final despite missing Silesia meeting

Neeraj Chopra has assured his place in the Diamond League 2025 final after competing in two legs. Chopra is currently in third place in the standings and will be part of the Zurich final later in the month. New Delhi: Indian Javelin star Neeraj Chopra has ensured his spot in the Diamond League 2025 final in Zurich despite having missed the Silesia leg. Chopra, who has 15 points to his name in the league so far, will be among the six athletes who will be in Zurich for the winner-takes-all final. Chopra pulled out of the Silesia Diamond League 2025…
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Why was Sunil Chhetri not picked in CAFA Nations Cup national camp? Head coach explains reason

Why was Sunil Chhetri not picked in CAFA Nations Cup national camp? Head coach explains reason

Sunil Chhetri was not picked in the CAFA Nations Cup national camp as part of the probables for the tournament. Khalid Jamil, the newly-appointed head coach, explained the reason behind Chhetri's absence from the camp New Delhi: India talisman Sunil Chhetri was left out of the CAFA Nations Cup national camp after India named a list of 35 probables for the tournament. Newly-appointed head coach Khalid Jamil cleared the air about leaving Chhetri out of the camp. Jamil, who has replaced Manolo Marquez, explained the reason behind leaving the talisman striker out and hinted that Chhetri is expected to return…
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Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz H2H record ahead of Cincinnati Open 2025 final

Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz H2H record ahead of Cincinnati Open 2025 final

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will be meeting in their fourth final in three months. Alcaraz and Sinner have met each other in showdown clashes in the Italian Open, French Open and Wimbledon this year. Ahead of their Cincinnati Open final, here is their head-to-head record. New Delhi: Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will be meeting each other in another final as the two have set a showdown clash at the Cincinnati Open 2025. Sinner defeated French qualifier Terence Atmane, while Alcaraz outclassed German third seed Alexander Zverev in their respective semifinals in straight sets.ย  Sinner, the defending champion in…
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First time ‘new’ EC speaking directly

First time ‘new’ EC speaking directly

In what can be seen as the ECI details in the press conference today failed to convince the main Opposition party Congress , its leaders doubled down ย attack on the poll panel and accused it of gross incompetence in โ€˜purifyingโ€™ the electoral rolls, as claimed by it.ย  ย  Minutes after the presser of Election Commission of India on SIR in BIhar as also on countering Congress' 'vote theft' charges, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh responded with a pun, saying it is for the first time 'new' ECI was speaking instead of "planted sources". CEC Gyanesh Kumar rejected claims of voter list…
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