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The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade today, December 19, 2024. The Sensex started trading today at 79029.07, down 1,153.13 points or 1.44%, and the Nifty was at 23877.15, down 321.70 points or 1.33%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 85.06 against the dollar.
Two soldiers, Ashutosh Mishra from UP and Jitendra from Rajasthan, were killed in a firing range accident in Bikaner, Rajasthan, on Wednesday. The incident occurred when a charger exploded while they were loading ammunition during a training exercise. Another soldier was injured and airlifted to Chandigarh for treatment. This marks the second such accident at […]
Five terrorists were killed, and 2 soldiers injured in an encounter in J&’s Kulgam on Thursday. Following intelligence about suspected terrorists in the Behibagh area, security forces launched a cordon and search operation late Wednesday night. The operation escalated into a gunfight when the terrorists opened fire, prompting a retaliatory response from the security forces.
The makers of “The Raja Saab” have dismissed rumors about the teaser release during Christmas or New Year. They urged fans to avoid baseless speculations and confirmed that 80% of the shoot is completed, with post-production ongoing. The film, starring Prabhas in dual roles alongside Malavika Mohanan and Niddhi Agerwal, will release on April 10, […]
Donald Trump suggested it would be a great idea for Canada to become the 51st US state, claiming many Canadians support the idea to save on taxes and military costs. His comment follows political turmoil in Canada. A recent survey shows 13% of Canadians support the idea. Trump also joked about it with Prime Minister […]
The Karnataka govt owes ₹1,694.42 crore to four state transport corporations for the Shakti scheme, which offers free bus rides to women. Launched on June 11, 2023, as a key Congress election promise, the scheme has strained the transport sector. The govt pledged to compensate operational costs, but dues remain unsettled as of October 2024.
Efforts to secure a Gaza truce and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas have faced challenges, but recent negotiations offer hope for progress. Washington expressed “cautious optimism” about an “imminent deal” on Tuesday. These developments follow indirect talks in Qatar, mediated by the Gulf state, Egypt, and the United States, raising expectations for a [&hell...
A massive fire erupted at a cement industry in Boyareddypalli, Anantapur Yadiki mandal, causing bricks to burn and fall on workers. One worker died on the spot, and four others were seriously injured. Firefighters arrived quickly, controlling the blaze. The injured workers were rushed to the hospital, with their condition reported as critical. Authorities are […]
A Congress worker, Prabhat Kumar Pandey, died during a protest near the UP Assembly. His family alleged foul play, filing a complaint claiming he was killed. Police denied using force, sending the body for postmortem. Another Congress worker died during a rally in Assam. Reacting to the deaths, Rahul Gandhi accused BJP govts of murdering […]
An encounter erupted between terrorists and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district today. Security forces had initiated a cordon-and-search operation at Kadder in the Behibagh area on Wednesday night after receiving intelligence about suspected terrorists. The operation turned into an encounter when the terrorists opened fire on the forces, prompting a retaliatory response.
Delhi recorded 7°C at 6:15 am on Thursday, with IMD issuing an orange fog warning for Thursday and Friday and a yellow alert for Saturday. Dense fog will blanket the region in the mornings, with smog likely by evening. Delhi’s AQI hit 448 (‘severe’) due to low temperatures and wind speeds, worsening air quality further.
Liverpool advanced to the League Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 win over Southampton, thanks to goals from Darwin Nunez and Harvey Elliott. Gabriel Jesus netted a hat-trick in Arsenal’s 3-2 victory over Crystal Palace. Liverpool, without Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, made it to the last four for a record 20th time, while Southampton […]
Snoring can negatively impact your health, often disrupting sleep and causing fatigue or irritability. It may also indicate underlying issues like obstructive sleep apnea, which increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, or other serious conditions. Addressing snoring through lifestyle changes, medical evaluation can improve sleep quality and promote overall health and well-being.
Karnataka BJP, led by Opposition Leader R. Ashoka, criticized the Congress government’s Waqf policy, accusing it of treating Hindus as second-class citizens. Ashoka opposed the 1974 gazette notification and vowed to continue protests. He criticized Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for ignoring farmers’ concerns while boasting about election wins, labeling the government mismanaged and ar...
The US Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25%, lowering them to 4.25%-4.50%, but signaled fewer cuts ahead, surprising markets. Wall Street dropped, and Treasury yields surged. Fed Chair Jerome Powell remained optimistic despite inflation still above target. Analysts expect higher rates longer due to potential tariff hikes under President Trump, which could slow growth […]