The central bank has added 600 kilograms to its gold reserves this fiscal year. (Representative image) In a strategic shift, India is betting on gold rather than dollar-based assets for its foreign exchange reserves. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is showing a preference for gold over dollar-based investments, data suggests. As of October 10,…
Optical illusions have gained a lot of popularity recently, as they get our brain to exercise, and can be the perfect test of our observational skills and keen eye. They are also super fun to solve, and can be the perfect recipe for a bored evening! An optical illusion is actually a visual phenomenon where…
Trump and Carney during a meeting at the Oval Office (Photo credit: AP) US President Donald Trump escalated his war of words with Canada late Thursday (local time), hours after abruptly cancelling trade negotiations and accusing Ottawa of “fraudulent” interference in American judicial matters.In a series of posts on his social media platform, Truth Social,…
Gold, long viewed as a bedrock of financial security, has received renewed attention in India after recent price surges. According to reports, the price of gold on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) recently touched the ₹1-lakh mark per 10 grams, a milestone that has stirred both investment and consumer interest across the country….
RIL, which has been the largest importer of Russian oil by volume in this year, has bought millions of barrels of crude from the US and Middle East . (AI image) In what is being seen as a direct impact of Donald Trump’s sanctions on two major Russian oil firms, Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL)…
A young boy walks amongst red crabs during their annual migration (Image credits: AP) The annual red crab migration has begun on Christmas Island, with as many as 100 million crabs emerging from the forest and moving toward the ocean.The mass movement started after the first seasonal rains arrived last weekend, sending the crabs on…
File photo of Pakistan hockey team (Image-X) Pakistan have withdrawn from the upcoming Junior Hockey World Cup to be held in India during November-December 2025, as confirmed by the International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Friday. The tournament, scheduled in Chennai and Madurai, now awaits the announcement of a replacement team, amid deteriorating sporting ties between…
Orkla India, which owns spices and condiments brands MTR and Eastern, on Friday (October 24, 2025) fixed a price band of ₹695-730 per share, aiming for a valuation of around ₹10,000 crore at the upper end. The company’s ₹1,667 crore Initial Public Offering (IPO) will open for public subscription on October 29 and conclude on…
That clear, slightly sweet liquid inside a green coconut isn’t just a post-workout drink; it’s fast becoming a favourite beauty ingredient, too. Coconut water is packed with amino acids, antioxidants, and natural electrolytes that help keep your skin hydrated and refreshed. Whether you drink it daily or use it in your skincare routine, its gentle,…
After India, Taliban-ruled Afghanistan is now taking aim at Pakistan’s water supply. The Taliban government has ordered the rapid construction of a dam on the Kunar River, Russian news outlet RT reported.This move comes amid escalating military tensions between the two neighbours along the Durand Line, the 2,640km (1,600-mile) international border separating Afghanistan and Pakistan….
