MUMBAI: For long, stock market and mutual fund industry analysts have been saying that Indian investors are maturing fast, moving away from trading in direct stocks and investing for the long term through the fund route. Now, a Sebi research paper, using granular data, has bolstered that notion. Using holdings data of households in depositories,…
Meta is laying off 10% of its workforce. As reported earlier this month by news agency Reuters, the Mark Zuckerberg headed company plans to reduce its workforce by 10%, or roughly 8,000 employees, in May. The company announced the layoffs in a memo written by chief people officer Janelle Gale to employees saying that the…
AI-generated image used for representational purposes. India’s push towards alternative fuels has taken a major step forward with the launch of E85 fuel in Delhi. Introduced on World Environment Day, the new ethanol-blended fuel is priced at Rs 82.12 per litre in the national capital, making it around Rs 20 cheaper than regular E20 petrol,…
Gold in skincare offers a luxurious feel and a temporary glow. Dermatologists explain that while gold has mild anti-inflammatory properties, it does not provide long-term skin correction. Ingredients like retinol and vitamin C are recommended for lasting results. Enjoy gold treatments for pampering, but they should not replace a consistent, science-backed skincare routine for overall…
A California man accused of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump during the White House correspondents’ association dinner in Washington has pleaded not guilty to multiple federal charges, including attempting to kill the president and shooting a Secret Service officer, during a court appearance on Monday.Cole Tomas Allen, 31, did not speak during the…
Black beans are one of the easiest superfoods to work into a regular diet. They are affordable, filling and packed with protein, fiber, iron and folate. That combination makes them especially valuable if you are trying to stay full for longer or build meals that feel satisfying without relying heavily on meat. Their flavor is…
Buying a property in India does not end with signing the sale deed and completing registration. One crucial step that might not be known is “mutation,” the process of updating ownership details in municipal or revenue records after a property changes hands. Without it, government records may still show the previous owner’s name even after…
No handshake after Ukraine’s Anna Muzychuk defeated Russia’s Kateryna Lagno (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: The cold war at the chessboard reached a freezing point in Round 4 of the Women’s Candidates 2026, as Ukraine’s Anna Muzychuk and Russia’s Kateryna Lagno bypassed the traditional courtesies of the game. There was no handshake at the start, no acknowledgement…
. Iran said on Monday it has formulated its positions and demands in response to recent ceasefire proposals conveyed through intermediaries, while rejecting a temporary truce in the war with the United States and Israel.The remarks came amid reports of renewed diplomatic efforts to halt the fighting. Reuters reported Monday that Iran and the US…
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make. And yet, many buyers walk into a builder’s office believing the quoted price is final. It is not, and the law is on your side.Information is a right, not a favourBefore one can negotiate, they need to know what they…