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Ctrl+Alt+Elite: Microsoft hands Xbox controller to Asha Sharma

Asha Sharma (Photo credit- Microsoft) TOI Correspondent from Washington: In a sweeping reset during Xbox’s 25th anniversary year, Satya Nadella-led Microsoft has named Asha Sharma as CEO of Microsoft Gaming, pitching another Indian-American into a leadership position at a time of intense xenophobia in MAGA circles. Wisconsin-born Sharma, 43, succeeds Phil Spencer, the widely admired…

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Eye-popping rise in one year: Betting on just gold and silver for long-term wealth creation? Think again!

Before you make the decision on which asset class to invest in, experts believe it’s prudent to look at historical data. (AI image) Gold and silver have delivered eye-popping returns over the last one year. In contrast, Sensex and Nifty have delivered a muted performance. Gold and silver have already delivered an exceptional run over…

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Trump accuses SCOTUS of being swayed by foreign interests after legal setback; attacks US companies and attorneys with India ties

TOI correspondent from Washington: In an extraordinary and unprecedented attack on a storied 236-year old institution that predates the arrival in America of his forbears by almost a century, President Donald Trump has accused the US Supreme Court of being swayed by foreign interests after it struck down his “liberation day” tariffs in a 6-3…

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AI Impact Summit declaration secures support of 86 nations, two global bodies: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Eighty-six countries and two international organisations have signed the AI Impact Summit declaration, signalling broad global support for shared principles on responsible and inclusive artificial intelligence, IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday. The declaration was adopted at the conclusion of the India AI Impact Summit held in New Delhi, with signatories including the US,…

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RBI expected to maintain prolonged rate pause, supported by low inflation, stable growth outlook: Report

The likelihood of a monetary policy rate hike remains low due to subdued core inflation, according to a report by ICICI Bank Global Markets. The Reserve Bank of India is expected to maintain a prolonged pause in its rate cycle into FY2026–27, with greater emphasis on injecting durable liquidity to ensure effective monetary policy transmission,…

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What’s next as US Supreme Court sends Trump’s trade policy into flux

The US Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump cannot legally use emergency powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs. The decision blocks part of his trade strategy but does not end his trade war.The ruling mainly affects “reciprocal tariffs,” which Trump announced last April in the Rose Garden. These…

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Are banks open or closed on Saturday, February 21? Check state-wise full list of holidays this month

As weekend approaches, bank customers need to verify the holiday calendar before visiting branches, as bank closures in India depend on national holidays, state-specific festivals, and the weekly schedule mandated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). While some Saturdays are working days, others are designated holidays, making it important to confirm branch availability in…

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Trade deals shift sentiment, boost growth prospects: RBI

Mumbai: Investor sentiment in India improved after the completion of India-EU free trade negotiations in end-Jan and the subsequent interim trade agreement with the US, which lifted financial flows and supported markets through trade access, capital inflows, and policy stability, an RBI report said.RBI’s state of the economy report said the domestic economic landscape in…

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