US stock markets today (April 8, 2026): Dow jumps 1,300, S&P 500 gains 2.4%; crude oil tumbles toward $90 on Iran ceasefire

US stock markets rallied sharply on Wednesday while crude oil prices plunged toward $90 per barrel after President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, easing fears of prolonged supply disruptions, AP reported.The S&P 500 surged 2.4%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 1,332 points, or 2.9%, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 2.9%…

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Quote of the day by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: “Money cannot buy you happiness. It’s knowledge or wisdom that brings you happiness”

While money offers temporary comfort and pleasure, lasting happiness stems from inner knowledge and wisdom. This wisdom helps navigate life’s challenges and find meaning, proving that money is a tool, not the ultimate destination for true contentment. We have all heard it since childhood that money cannot buy happiness. Yet most of us spend most…

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BYD’s DM-i technology explained: EV driving, petrol backup, 1,200km range

BYD India has just introduced its DM-i (Dual Mode Intelligent) technology in India, bringing its globally established plug-in hybrid system to the market. Designed as an electric-first hybrid powertrain, the technology combines a petrol engine, electric motor and battery pack, while offering a claimed combined driving range of more than 1,200km.How does this work?Unlike conventional…

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‘Abusive relationship’: Deve Gowda responds to Kharge’s ‘loved us, married Modiji’ dig | India News

NEW DELHI: Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda on Wednesday responded to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s dig at him for choosing the Bharatiya Janata Party as an alliance partner rather than the Congress.Hours after Kharge’s address in Rajya Sabha, Deve Gowda wrote a letter saying that he was in a “forced marriage” with the grand…

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France Tanker Seizure: ‘International terrorism’: Russia slams France’s seizure of Russian-linked tanker, terms it ‘illegal’

Russia on Monday strongly condemned France’s detention of a Russian-linked oil tanker in the Atlantic Ocean, describing the action as illegal and warning that Moscow would take steps to safeguard its shipping operations.Reacting to France’s seizure of the tanker Tagor, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia considered the move unlawful, according to Reuters.“We consider such…

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US-based Ingredion to invest Rs 198cr in Sanstar, set up JV

Mumbai: Ingredion Inc, US-based ingredient solutions multinational company in the food, beverages and pharma sectors, is investing nearly Rs 200 crore in Ahmedabad-based Sanstar Ltd, a leading corn-based specialty products and ingredient solutions firm through the preferential allotment route. The investment by the US major is part of a strategic partnership between the two companies…

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Why was Asmongold banned? Streamer breaks silence on Twitch suspension and calls out “double standard”

Asmongold was banned from Twitch for a week after making a controversial remark. He defended himself online, claiming a “double standard” in enforcement. The suspension sparked mixed reactions, with some criticizing his language and others questioning Twitch’s consistency. The platform has not issued an official statement on the incident so far. Twitch streamer Asmongold now…

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Top 5 premium residential areas of Ghaziabad

Indirapuram is one of Ghaziabad’s most established and in-demand residential localities, with strong appeal among buyers looking for modern housing and urban convenience. Its apartment market remains active, supported by good connectivity, easy access to shopping and daily essentials and a wide range of property options. Together, these five areas represent the premium side of…

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