National Stock Exchange (NSE) in Mumbai, India. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Benchmark equity indices rebounded in early deals on Friday (May 22, 2026) amid easing oil prices and a rally in global markets. Hopes of progress in the U.S.-Iran peace negotiations also added to markets’ optimism. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 332.39 points to…
Rice and chapati sit at the center of many Indian meals, and the question of which is “better” rarely has a simple answer. Brown rice earns points for fibre, white rice wins on softness and digestibility, and chapati often feels like the safer everyday choice because it is made from whole wheat and usually eaten…
NEW DELHI: Govt is staring at a major shortage of bitumen due to the ongoing West Asia conflict, which is set to impact construction and maintenance of tar roads. While the price of VG-40, the most commonly used grade of bitumen, has almost doubled since the conflict began, its availability has plummeted compared to the…
Epicurus (Image: Wikipedia) There are some ideas that feel comforting immediately, and there are others that become meaningful only after life forces people to experience them personally. This quote connected with Epicurus belongs to the second category. It does not promise easy happiness or suggest that life becomes meaningful only during peaceful moments. Instead, it…
Each sign of the zodiac has its own set of traits that help to define their personalities and set them apart from each other. Wouldn’t it be nice to know what the universe has planned for you at the beginning of the day? Keep reading to find out if today will be lucky for you.ARIES…
From the 30-Sensex firms, InterGlobe Aviation, Bharat Electronics, Asian Paints, Tata Steel, Larsen & Toubro and Eternal were among the major winners. File photo for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: Reuters Benchmark equity indices were trading higher in early trade on Thursday (May 21, 2026), helped by easing oil prices and a sharp rally…
Because they kept the details private, the rumour mill spent years guessing what went wrong.A few distinct narratives eventually emerged: The political pressure: In April 2025, President Donald Trump weighed in publicly, suggesting that the relentless, suffocating pressure of the Russia investigation took a massive toll on his son’s marriage, calling the breakup “very sad”…
Auspicious is the right word for your day, and you’ll feel it in small signs. Things align smoothly, calls get returned, and plans that were stuck begin to move. Jupiter supports long term thinking, so you’ll feel wiser than usual about what to do next.Your speech turns melodious, and people respond. Venus can help you…
For many employees, layoffs feel like lightning strikes—sudden, unexpected, and life‑changing. One moment you’re reviewing a project, the next you’re staring at an HR email or a calendar invite that begins with, “We need to talk.” But recruiters and career experts say that in reality, layoffs are rarely as sudden as they feel. Companies often…
The 50-share NSE Nifty skidded 4.30 points, or 0.02%, to end at 23,654.70. | Photo Credit: Reuters Equity benchmark indices ended lower in a volatile day of trade on Thursday (May 21, 2026), surrendering their early gains, amid profit-taking in blue-chip stocks. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 135.03 points, or 0.18%, to settle at 75,183.36….
