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Like the earlier month, the fortnight (ending March 15) sell-off affected nearly all sectors in the market, with the exception of metals. Metal stocks stood out as they attracted investments worth Rs 1,100 crore, making them the only sector to buck the trend. This was not the case in the preceding period.

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The benchmark BSE Sensex added 899.01 points or 1.19% to close at 76,348.06, while the broader Nifty 50 index closed at 23,190.65, higher by 283.05 points or 1.24%.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The oil-and-gas industry is landing blow after blow against climate activists. The Trump administration has cranked out approvals of major projects to ship liquefied natural gas from the Gulf Coast and killed a host of climate-related initiatives.

T-shirts with slogans on the issue of delimitation of parliamentary and assembly constituencies. Krishna Prasad Tenneti, who was in the Chair, requested the Opposition members to come back to the House in «proper shape». «We have a discussion on agriculture. Such an important topic of the country you are not allowing the discussion to take place. I request you to cooperate and let the proceedings go on,» he urged the Oposition members. When they did not comply, Tenneti adjourned the House for the day. Lok Sabha on Thursday witnessed repeated adjournments over this matter. Earlier, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla objected to the DMK members wearing T-shirts with slogans written on them, and said such actions were against the rules of procedure of the House.

AI for All' mantra is backed by concrete action with the country leading in AI skill penetration and talent concentration, Union Minister Jitin Prasada said on Thursday as he urged industry leaders to prioritise research and development (R&D) to capitalise on India's position as a global skill capital. Prasada, Union Minister of State for Ministry of Commerce & Industry and Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, was delivering a keynote address at the Nasscom Global Confluence 2025. «Our mantra 'AI for All' is backed by concrete action. India is number one in the world in AI skill penetration — the AI skill index even outstrips the US and Germany. »It's just not about numbers, it's about impact. As nations across the globe embrace digitalisation to modernise traditional sectors and fuel economic growth, India stands ready to be a strategic technology partner," the minister asserted.

Any unpaid property taxes will incur a penalty equal to the pending tax amount, along with an interest rate of up to 15% annually, making it essential for property owners to pay before the penalty system is enforced on April 1. This stringent penalty structure comes as part of the BBMP's efforts to collect outstanding taxes for the 2024-25 financial year. According to the report, Special Commissioner for Revenue, Munish Moudgil, has directed zonal officers to take immediate action to recover dues before the penalty comes into effect. So far, BBMP has collected Rs 4,604 crore, reaching 88.4% of the target.

Earlier this month, U.S. representatives prevented the World Bank-linked Climate Investment Funds (CIF) from approving a $500 million disbursement to South Africa, the report added. The funding was expected to unlock an additional $2.1 billion from multilateral development banks and other financial sources and a fresh attempt to approve the disbursement may be made at CIF meetings in June, the report said. CIF is one of the world's largest multilateral funds aimed at scaling climate solutions in developing countries. If confirmed, the move would be among several actions by former President Donald Trump's administration to scale back participation in multilateral climate initiatives.

The men sprayed black paint on the signboard and pasted Maharana Pratap's posters over it, while raising slogans of «Jai Bhavani.» They also demanded the police to take action against the people who allegedly vandalized the statue of Maharana Pratap at the Kashmere Gate ISBT. «India will not tolerate the insult of Maharana Pratap. The police administration and the Delhi government are trying to suppress the incident that happened at ISBT Kashmiri Gate. Those who are guilty should be arrested, and immediate action should be taken against them,» Amit Rathore, one of the man said. Another man, Vijay said that they are continuously removing the signboards of invaders like Akbar, Babur and Humayun.

Donald Trump has urged the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, claiming it would be the «right thing» to do as US tariffs begin to ease their way into the economy. «The Fed would be much better off cutting rates as tariffs start to transition,» Trump said, emphasizing the need for swift action. In a dramatic statement, he declared April 2 as «Liberation Day in America,» hinting at a symbolic economic shift tied to his proposed policies.

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Kim, furious about the association, may reconsider custody arrangements. However, she reportedly fears Kanye's ability to reveal Kardashian family secrets, escalating the conflict. Kim Kardashian made a polite statement just as his declining mental health was ending their marriage. Having been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, she urged fans to have «compassion and empathy» for Kanye West, calling him «a brilliant but complicated person,» as quoted in a report by the Daily Mail. Kanye's actions, such as his tirades about being a Nazi on X and his public displays of his second wife, Bianca Censori, at the Grammys, must have tried Kim's patience numerous times in the years since, but she has largely remained silent to protect their kids. The rapper has now crossed a line, though.

WASHINGTON – The Federal Reserve in a closely watched decision Wednesday held the line on benchmark interest rates though still indicated that reductions are likely later in the year.

Taxpayers who haven’t filed 2021 tax returns who may be eligible for a COVID stimulus payment must file it by April 15 to claim the credit

Happiness is ever elusive, yet, ever present — that's a dichotomy. One could just as easily be happy as sad. All it takes is a mental habit, a shift in attitude that begins with gratitude, capacity to perceive how we are placed even if we are suffering. While we are unhappy and sobbing, the tear ducts are working, air is available for gasps; 99% of our life is working fine. The 1% deprivation has caused pain. Once we realise that there is so much to be grateful for, it dawns on us that our job is to serve our fellow beings. Ask not what others can do for you, ask what you can do for others. This attitude of service is what brings unimaginable joy to our lives. Even if our daily actions are just the same, getting up, commuting, working, spending time with family or playing a sport, our joy is vastly enhanced by the sense of service. Asking others 'how I may help, what I could do for you, or suggesting we are all in this together to lift an individual's spirits' brings joy.

The latest filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revealed that insiders have disposed of more than $100 million worth of Tesla shares since early February, reported ABC News. The selloffs have raised questions about whether the actions are an indicator of bad news to come for the company or merely a normal course of business, according to the report.

John Cena, who is all set to face Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, has shared a cryptic post on social media after returning to WWE RAW this week. Ever since his victory at the 2025 Elimination Chamber that earned him a title shot at WWE's biggest annual event, fans had been eagerly waiting for the 16-time world champion to explain his critical actions against Rhodes.

anti-Tesla protests, while her ex-husband continues to support Elon Musk.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) initiated the much-expected rate-cut cycle in February. The repo rate was cut from 6.5% to 6.25% on 7 February.

renewable energy (RE) sector may soon face regulatory pressures taking cues from Europe and China to combat emerging challenges such as grid disturbances, subsidy-driven incentives, and negative energy prices, according to a report by JM Financial. The report refers to the situations arising in Western countries, including China, which is a major player in international renewable energy. «As the share of RE in the supply mix in India increases, we expect domestic policies to be influenced by global experiences in the next 3-4 years,» the report added.