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The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 78704.60, up at 120.79 points or 0.15%, and the Nifty was at 23801.75, up at 62.50 points or 0.26%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.14 against the dollar.
The US Postal Service suspended incoming parcels from China and Hong Kong from February 4 but will continue accepting letters. USPS hasn’t confirmed links to Trump’s halt on ‘de minimis’ shipments, part of his 10% tariff on China. Nearly half of ‘de minimis’ packages originate from China.
A goods train collided with a stationary freight train, injuring the loco pilot and causing hours of disruption in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh. The crash derailed one train’s engine and the other’s guard coach. A large-scale restoration effort, involving Indian Army personnel, is underway, with services expected to resume by Wednesday.
Hindenburg Research founder Nathan Anderson revealed why the US-based short-selling firm decided to investigate the Adani Group. Anderson said the decision was based on “red flags” raised by some media groups. He also said that the firm was closed due to workload, not because of any legal or any other threat. He added that he […]
PM Modi took a veiled dig at late former PM Rajiv Gandhi. He asserted that he used to continuously talk about the 21st century but was “disconnected from reality.” PM Modi also cited a cartoon made by renowned cartoonist RK Laxman and said it was an example of how Gandhi’s talks were just ‘hawa hawai’ […]
FM Nirmala Sitharaman defended the Budget bonanza for poll-bound Bihar. She emphasized that the eastern state was “long waiting” for development. She also said that the proposals should not be seen through a political lens. Sitharaman said, “If you do anything during the 5-year period, it is bound to be viewed through a political lens. […]
During the 2025 Budget Session, Akhilesh Yadav demanded the release of accurate death toll figures from the Mahakumbh stampede, accusing the government of hiding the count. He criticized the UP administration for focusing on promotions instead of safety measures and claimed the government destroyed evidence using JCBs. Yadav also urged for Mahakumbh security to be […]
Salesforce Inc. is cutting over 1,000 jobs while expanding its workforce for AI sales roles. Despite the layoffs, displaced employees can apply for internal positions. The company is also focusing on maintaining profit margins amid new AI product launches and pressure from activist investors, with earnings expected by February’s end.
Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday accused the BJP-led government of hiding the true death toll from the Maha Kumbh stampede in Prayagraj. While officials reported 30 deaths and 60 injuries, he claimed the actual numbers were higher and demanded an all-party meeting to review the event’s arrangements.
West Bengal received ₹13,955 crore for rail infrastructure in this year’s Union Budget, three times the amount under Mamata Banerjee, said Ashwini Vaishnaw. Trinamool’s Kunal Ghosh called this misleading, highlighting past projects under Banerjee. Vaishnaw urged the CM’s help in land acquisition for further railway development, including Kolkata Metro.
India has contributed USD 37.64 million to the 2025 UN Regular Budget, earning a spot on the “honour roll” of 35 member states that paid their assessments on time. The payment, made on January 31, 2025, was acknowledged by UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric, who thanked India for its consistent financial contributions to the UN.
Delhi CM Atishi accused Manish Bidhuri, son of BJP’s Ramesh Bidhuri, of interfering in the Kalkaji constituency during the election silence period. She claimed Manish was seen with outsiders in the area and reported it to the authorities. Further, Atishi urged action to prevent external interference in the constituency.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 77687.60, up at 500.86 points or 0.65%, and the Nifty was at 23509.90, up at 148.85 points or 0.64%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.02 against the dollar.
A viral video of a child requesting biryani and chicken fry instead of upma at an anganwadi in Kerala has led to a menu review. Health Minister Veena George confirmed that the suggestion will be considered. The child’s request has sparked widespread support, with netizens calling for better meals for children in anganwadis.
SP MP Jaya Bachchan alleged that the water at the Maha Kumbh in UP’s Prayagraj was contaminated. She claimed that the bodies of those who died in a recent stampede were thrown into the river. She accused the UP Government of not making any special arrangements for common people. “There is no arrangements for common […]