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London: Brent oil futures prices jumped on Thursday, hitting a near six-month high on rising concerns about a possible US military attack on Iran, Opec‘s fourth-largest producer with output of 3.2 million barrels per day.“The immediate concern … is the collateral damage done if Iran takes a swing at its neighbours or possibly even more…
MUMBAI: HDFC Bank, Yes Bank and RBL Bank reported improved profitability in the Dec quarter, supported by treasury gains, steady loan growth and lower provisions, even as operating costs rose due to labour code-related expenses.HDFC Bank posted an 11.5% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 18,654 crore in Q3 FY26 from Rs 16,736 crore….
Since early 2024, Delhi Commission for Women has had no chairperson or nominated members. NEW DELHI: For years, women in distress knew the first place to go: Delhi Commission for Women. Walk into Mahila Aayog, and someone will sit across you, calm your nerves, and hear you out. Try that now. At its Vikas Bhawan…
Diwali celebration in Japan is all about community gatherings, good food, vibrant lights and cultural performances. Each aspect of this festival captures a different side of this festival being lived far from its land of origin. The ‘Festival of Lights’ honours the victory of good over evil, knowledge over ignorance. In recent years, the festival…
An Indian Air Force aircraft from Air Force Station Bamrauli crash-landed in the Rambagh area of Prayagraj, UP around 12.30 pm on Wednesday. Video footage of the incident shows the aircraft descending under an emergency parachute before safely force-landing in an uninhabited area, averting any major accident. The parachute deployment significantly reduced the landing impact,…
Sam Konstas, Steve Smith, Nathan Lyon, Pat Cummins, Sean Abbott and Mitchell Starc of Australia pose for a photo (Photo: Getty Images) Cricket Australia has revealed its international schedule for the 2026-27 season, outlining a demanding calendar that leaves minimal recovery time ahead of the high-profile Border-Gavaskar Trophy in India, likely to start in mid…
NEW DELHI: The Mahagathbandhan on Thursday formally announced Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former deputy chief minister Tejashwi Yadav as its CM candidate for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, while naming Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani as the deputy CM face.The announcement was made during a joint press conference of the alliance…
Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious autoimmune skin condition where skin cells grow and accumulate rapidly, forming thick, scaly patches. These lesions often cause redness, itching, burning, and cracked skin that may bleed. While medical treatments like corticosteroid creams, vitamin D analogues, coal tar, and UV light therapy are commonly recommended, natural remedies such as essential…
Why only a few Indian states dominate study abroad despite shifting destinations. (Getty Images) India is often described as the world’s largest source of international students, but that headline hides an uncomfortable truth: India does not send students abroad evenly. A small cluster of states has dominated outbound mobility for years, while vast parts of…
Reflecting on his acting journey, Cillian Murphy imparted a timeless lesson to his son Aran as he ventures into the world of filmmaking: ‘Always hang up your costume.’ This simple yet profound advice underscores the importance of humility and teamwork in the theatre community. As Aran navigates his early career, Murphy’s words resonate as a…
