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Bitcoin Surges Past $80,000 Amid Increased Demand and US Sanctions
TechnologyReuterswsjcnbc+25Barron'sglobe-and-mailirozhlasdie-pressemarketwatchdeloindex-hrnikkei-asia+17 more34m ago28 sources

Bitcoin Surges Past $80,000 Amid Increased Demand and US Sanctions

Bitcoin's price surged past $80,000, marking its strongest rally since 2023, driven by increased ETF demand and short covering. This rise occurred as the US expanded sanctions against Iran, contributing to a 'debasement trade' that pressured the dollar.

India and China Hold Border Talks to Strengthen Peace and Ties
WorldTimes of Indiaglobal-timestimes-of-oman2h ago3 sources

India and China Hold Border Talks to Strengthen Peace and Ties

India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held their 25th round of border talks in Beijing. The discussions focused on strengthening peace in border areas and improving bilateral relations between the two nations.

Iran Vows Retaliation After New US Sanctions
WorldAPReutersBBC+121bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeera+113 more6h ago124 sources

Iran Vows Retaliation After New US Sanctions

Iran has threatened retaliation following the announcement of new US sanctions, which target its already struggling economy. The UAE and China have also weighed in, with the UAE stating the Iran war is entering a new phase and China warning the US of potential counter-retaliation.

Food Giants Influence Weakening of India's Sugar Warning Labels
Businesshindustan-timesndtv7h ago2 sources

Food Giants Influence Weakening of India's Sugar Warning Labels

Food and beverage companies successfully lobbied to water down India's proposed red-flag warning labels for sugary drinks and snacks. This intervention resulted in less stringent regulations than initially intended to alert consumers about high sugar content.

Fatal Traffic Accidents in Serbia and India
Worldn1-serbiandtv9h ago2 sources

Fatal Traffic Accidents in Serbia and India

A young girl injured in a traffic accident in Kraljevo, Serbia, has passed away. Separately, a hairstylist in Bengaluru, India, died after a speeding car rammed into his scooter at a traffic stop.

Trump Administration Proposes New H-1B Visa Fee and Engages in Trade Disputes
WorldReutersBBCbloomberg+44NYTle-mondeThe GuardianCNNnrknzzcnbcruv+36 more9h ago47 sources

Trump Administration Proposes New H-1B Visa Fee and Engages in Trade Disputes

The Trump administration has proposed a significant increase in H-1B visa fees, expanding the charge beyond new arrivals, which could impact Indian aspirants. Concurrently, the US is escalating trade disputes with Canada, with threats of increased tariffs on automobiles, while also facing criticism for its stance on international judicial bodies.

Amazon and Flipkart Revise Seller Fees and Penalties
BusinessTimes of Indiandtv10h ago2 sources

Amazon and Flipkart Revise Seller Fees and Penalties

E-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart have updated their seller fees and introduced new cancellation penalties ahead of the upcoming festival season in India. These changes have reportedly caused dissatisfaction among sellers.

Trump Buys SpaceX Shares Amid AI Concerns and Mail-in Ballot Ruling
BusinessReutersnrkBarron's+12SCMPder-standardaktualne-czfortuneYahooTimes of Indiandtvrolling-stone+4 more12h ago15 sources

Trump Buys SpaceX Shares Amid AI Concerns and Mail-in Ballot Ruling

Donald Trump purchased shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX in June, as concerns about AI control were raised by industry leaders and a Supreme Court ruling granted Trump a temporary victory regarding mail-in ballot restrictions.

India Approves Transfer of DRDO Missile Technology to Domestic Firms
TechnologybloombergTimes of Indiahindustan-times+1ndtv5h ago4 sources

India Approves Transfer of DRDO Missile Technology to Domestic Firms

India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the transfer of missile technologies developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to Indian defense firms. This move aims to bolster domestic manufacturing capabilities amid regional security concerns.

Kerala Doctor Treats Ill Catering Staff During Her Own Wedding
Healthkhaleej-times6h ago

Kerala Doctor Treats Ill Catering Staff During Her Own Wedding

A physician in Kerala, India, paused her wedding celebrations to provide medical care to catering workers who fell ill, describing her actions as doing the bare minimum. The incident has drawn widespread praise for her quick response and compassion.

Heavy Rains Cause Flooding and Fatalities in Mexico and India
Worldhindustan-timesel-universal-english12h ago2 sources

Heavy Rains Cause Flooding and Fatalities in Mexico and India

Heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding and disruption, including one fatality in Acapulco, Mexico, where rivers overflowed and swept away vehicles. Simultaneously, Delhi-NCR in India experienced severe flooding, choking roads and causing traffic chaos, prompting a red alert in parts of the capital.

Businessmoneycontrol12h ago

Tempsens Instruments IPO Allotment Today

The allotment for the Tempsens Instruments India IPO is scheduled for today, with investors able to check their status on BSE, NSE, and the registrar's website. Grey Market Premium (GMP) signals strong interest in the offering.

PM Modi Hails India’s UPI Milestone on 10th Anniversary
PoliticsTimes of India12h ago

PM Modi Hails India’s UPI Milestone on 10th Anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the tenth anniversary of India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI), a transformative digital payment system that has revolutionized financial transactions and facilitates seamless bank-to-bank transfers via mobile.

Saudi Arabia and France Deepen Economic and Cultural Ties During MBS Visit
BusinessReutersBBCbloomberg+52le-mondeAl Jazeeradr-dkhelsingin-sanomatnosfazBarron'sberlingske+44 more14h ago55 sources

Saudi Arabia and France Deepen Economic and Cultural Ties During MBS Visit

Saudi Arabia and France announced several new agreements and partnerships during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to France, focusing on cultural initiatives like the AlUla extension and a new cultural center in Paris, as well as economic and health cooperation. The visit also saw the unveiling of a 'colossal' theme park project near Paris and a joint call for Iran diplomacy and support for a Palestinian state.

Trump Wins Mail-in Voting Ruling, Trades Barbs with Ontario Premier, and Discusses North Korea
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Trump Wins Mail-in Voting Ruling, Trades Barbs with Ontario Premier, and Discusses North Korea

The US Supreme Court temporarily sided with Trump on mail-in voting restrictions, while Trump and Ontario Premier Doug Ford exchanged insults over trade disputes. Meanwhile, South Korea vowed to turn Trump's overtures into North Korea talks, and reports emerged of Trump's call with Pakistan's Army Chief ahead of a Tehran visit.

SEBI Drops Probe Against Max Financial and Axis Bank
Businesseconomic-times15h ago

SEBI Drops Probe Against Max Financial and Axis Bank

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has dropped its Rs 3,912 crore probe against Max Financial and Axis Bank. The proceedings related to alleged disclosure lapses in the Max Life deal case have been concluded.

US Sanctions on Iran Lead to Fuel Queues and International Tensions
WorldAPReutersBBC+59bloombergNYTwsjle-mondeThe GuardianAl Jazeeracbcruv+51 more57m ago62 sources

US Sanctions on Iran Lead to Fuel Queues and International Tensions

New US sanctions against Iran have led to long queues at petrol stations in Tehran as citizens brace for economic impact. The move has drawn criticism from Qatar and China, with China threatening retaliation if its companies are affected.

Chinese President Xi Jinping Expected to Visit India for BRICS Summit
WorldReutersYahooTimes of India+9hindustan-timesmoneycontrolndtvchannel-news-asiachina-dailyexpress-tribunedhaka-tribunemyjoyonline+1 more7h ago12 sources

Chinese President Xi Jinping Expected to Visit India for BRICS Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping is reportedly planning to visit India for the BRICS Summit, potentially bringing a 400-member delegation in his first visit to the country in seven years. This visit is seen as a significant development for bilateral relations.

Bangladesh-India Diplomatic Deadlock Over Hasina
PoliticsAl Jazeera8h ago

Bangladesh-India Diplomatic Deadlock Over Hasina

A diplomatic spat involving former Bangladesh Prime Minister Hasina is stalling a reset in Bangladesh-India relations, with analysts suggesting an Indian commitment to prevent her political activities from their soil could resolve the deadlock.

Telangana Man Asks Daughter's Partner to Kill Her
Worldndtv9h ago

Telangana Man Asks Daughter's Partner to Kill Her

In Telangana, India, a man allegedly instructed his daughter's techie partner to kill her, claiming she 'brought shame' to the family. The case came to light after locals discovered a foul smell emanating from a parked car and alerted the police.

Financedaily-mirror-lk9h ago

Indian SMEs Facilitate Qatar Investment in Sri Lanka

Indian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are being viewed as crucial intermediaries to attract Qatari investment into Sri Lanka. This initiative aims to strengthen economic ties and facilitate foreign capital flow into the island nation.

Businessbloomberg9h ago

HDFC Securities CEO Praises India's Forex Swap Success

Dhiraj Relli, CEO of HDFC Securities, has lauded India's Forex Swap as an unprecedented success, anticipating that the FCNR(B) deposit scheme will attract an additional $12 billion, supported by strong historical engagement from the Indian diaspora.

CJP Questions Education Ministers on Government School Issues in India
Politicshindustan-times9h ago

CJP Questions Education Ministers on Government School Issues in India

Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) has posed six key questions to education ministers regarding the state of government schools in India. The questions highlight persistent issues such as lack of safe drinking water, functional washrooms, and digital access, even decades after independence.

Food Industry Lobbies Fight India's Proposed Health Labeling System
BusinessReutershotnewshindustan-times+2straits-timesjapan-times10h ago5 sources

Food Industry Lobbies Fight India's Proposed Health Labeling System

India's efforts to implement a European-style front-of-package health labeling system, featuring 'red flags' on unhealthy food and soda, have met strong resistance from major food industry lobbies. These lobbies have actively fought against the proposed regulations, aiming to prevent their adoption.

Zee Studios Unveils Multilingual 2026-27 Content Slate
Culturevariety12h ago

Zee Studios Unveils Multilingual 2026-27 Content Slate

India's Zee Studios has announced a diverse multilingual and multi-genre content slate for 2026-27, encompassing commercial entertainers and action spectacles across Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Gujarati, and Kannada cinema.

Indian Student Applications to US Colleges Decline by 15%
WorldTimes of Indiahindustan-times14h ago2 sources

Indian Student Applications to US Colleges Decline by 15%

A new report indicates a 15% drop in applications from Indian students to US colleges, representing one of the steepest declines from any country. This trend suggests a significant shift in international student enrollment patterns.