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03 Apr 2026
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Economic Times hosts Future of Knowledge Work Summit in Bengaluru

The Economic Times has announced the Future of Knowledge Work Summit 2026 in Bengaluru, aimed at exploring how AI is transforming knowledge-driven roles and decision-making.

03 Apr 2026
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AI reshapes India's research and clinical trials, say industry leaders

India's pharmaceutical giants are leveraging artificial intelligence to transform drug discovery, clinical trials, and manufacturing processes.

03 Apr 2026
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Addverb Technologies's Noida BotFactory targets 100,000 robots per year

Addverb Technologies, a startup founded by IIT-Delhi alumni, targets to manufacture 100,000 robots annually at its fully automated Uttar Pradesh facility.

03 Apr 2026
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TAG Heuer opens 1st India boutique despite West Asia tensions

Luxury watch brand TAG Heuer has launched its first franchise boutique in Noida, India, partnering with Kapoor Watch Company and DLF Retail.

03 Apr 2026
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Basmati rice exporters seek force majeure over shipping charges spike

Indian Basmati rice exporters are seeking government intervention as shipping lines continue to levy charges amid disruptions caused by geopolitical conflicts.

03 Apr 2026
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SEBI likely to launch SEBI SETU to simplify adviser registrations

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is set to launch a digital platform, SEBI SETU, aimed at simplifying registration and compliance for investment advisers.

03 Apr 2026
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Nearly 2.7 million refunds delayed beyond 90 days, average 35 days

The average time for issuing tax refunds in FY26 hit a three-year high of 35 days, due to investigations into fraudulent deductions and bogus donations.

03 Apr 2026
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US adds 178,000 jobs in March, unemployment dips to 4.3%

US job growth exceeded expectations in March, adding 178,000 positions. Concurrently, the unemployment rate fell to 4.3%, marking a positive shift in the labor market.

03 Apr 2026
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Apollo Hospitals secures NCLT approval to consolidate 4 companies

Apollo Hospitals Enterprise has received approval from the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) for its proposed corporate restructuring plan involving four entities.

03 Apr 2026
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India's foreign exchange reserves drop $10.28 billion to $688 billion

India's foreign exchange reserves have plummeted from a peak of $728 billion to $688 billion within a month, amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.

03 Apr 2026
Bangladesh

Dunkin' Donuts to close in India by 2026-end

Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd, India's leading quick service restaurant chains, has announced its decision to phase out Dunkin' operations in the country.

03 Apr 2026
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Anjali Sardana's Pronto books home help in 10 minutes

Anjali Sardana, a Georgetown University graduate, rapidly transformed her startup, Pronto, into a $100 million venture within just one year of its launch.

03 Apr 2026
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Maharashtra posts 12.6% tax jump, collects ₹2.51L cr 2025-26

Maharashtra's GST collections soared by 12.6% to ₹2.51 lakh crore in FY26, maintaining its position as India's leading GST revenue generator.

03 Apr 2026
Air India

'Tough times ahead': Tata Sons chairman warns amid US-Iran war

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran has warned over 30 CEOs and managing directors within the Tata Group to brace for a more challenging business environment.

03 Apr 2026
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ITC Infotech launches digital and AI experience centers and studio

ITC Infotech has expanded its innovation ecosystem with the launch of Digital and AI Experience Centres in Bengaluru and Kolkata, and an AI Studio in Pune.

03 Apr 2026
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AFGI research starts lab-as-a-service AI lab for big companies

AFGI Research is developing a new AI lab dedicated to enterprise finance, pioneering a "lab-as-a-service" model across India, Singapore and the United States.

03 Apr 2026
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Tom Steyer proposes AI token tax to fund California workers

Tom Steyer, a billionaire gubernatorial candidate in California, proposes a special tax on AI companies to fund state education and job training needs.

03 Apr 2026
Indian Government

Form 130 replacing Form 16: What changes for salaried individuals?

The Indian government is set to revolutionize tax documentation for salaried individuals by replacing the long-standing Form 16 with a new one, called Form 130.

03 Apr 2026
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India and Russia set $100 billion trade target by 2030

India and Russia have announced a five-year plan to increase bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030, aiming for broader economic cooperation amid geopolitical uncertainties.

03 Apr 2026
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Nigel Morris warns AI automates work and reduces entry-level roles

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to cause significant job losses in sectors involving repetitive manual tasks, warns Nigel Morris, cofounder of QED Investors.

03 Apr 2026
India

India's savory snacks market to outpace packaged foods sector

India's savory snacks market is expected to grow faster than the overall packaged food industry.

03 Apr 2026
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Amazon MX Player uses AI to attract over 150 advertisers

Amazon MX Player's integration with AI has significantly boosted advertising capabilities and engagement-linked revenue, while also transforming content production.

03 Apr 2026
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Uppercase secures ₹20cr from Accel India and Volrado Venture Partners

Direct-to-consumer luggage brand Uppercase has raised Rs 20 crore in a new funding round from existing investors Accel India and Volrado Venture Partners.

03 Apr 2026
Google

AI created 6.4 lakh jobs between 2023 and 2025: LinkedIn

Amid fears of job losses due to artificial intelligence (AI), new data from LinkedIn shows that the technology has actually created a significant number of jobs in the US.

03 Apr 2026
Oracle

Deloitte India hiring 50,000 as Oracle slashes thousands of jobs

The tech industry's current AI era is marked by a stark contrast between massive layoffs and aggressive hiring.

03 Apr 2026
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IMF warns asset tokenization could cut costs and raise risks

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recognises the transformative potential of asset tokenisation in finance, but warns of new risks requiring regulatory attention.

03 Apr 2026
Flipkart

Myntra CEO Nandita Sinha steps down, Sharon Pais likely successor

Nandita Sinha, the current CEO of Myntra, is set to resign from her position.

03 Apr 2026
Flipkart

Why this Flipkart-backed AI start-up couldn't survive

NeuroPixel.AI, a Bengaluru-based artificial intelligence (AI) start-up backed by Flipkart, has shut down its operations after nearly six years in the business.

03 Apr 2026
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India's LPG imports drop 46% amid Strait of Hormuz conflict

India's LPG imports fell by 40% in March due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, despite assistance from the US and Iran.

03 Apr 2026
India

Why India's brightest head abroad and never return

A study has revealed that a staggering 74% of the top scorers in India's Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) have settled abroad.

03 Apr 2026
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Marc Benioff says CEOs wrongly blame AI for white-collar cuts

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff criticizes the oversimplified narrative that AI is causing mass layoffs, arguing that people don't fully understand the situation.

03 Apr 2026
Narendra Modi

Sarvam AI nears $300M funding at $1.5B valuation

Indian artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Sarvam is close to raising between $300 million and $350 million in a funding round expected to be led by Bessemer Venture Partners.

03 Apr 2026
Anthropic

Anthropic acquires biotech AI start-up for $400 million

Anthropic, a leading player in the artificial intelligence (AI) space, has acquired Coefficient Bio, an AI biotech start-up.

03 Apr 2026
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Microsoft invests $10B in Japan AI infrastructure, Sakura Internet rises

Sakura Internet's shares soared by over 20% following Microsoft's announcement of a $10 billion AI investment in Japan, involving the cloud company and SoftBank.

03 Apr 2026
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New report finds 86% of Indian employees experienced AI disruption

Four out of five Indian workers are developing new skills to adapt to the rapid technological shifts driven by artificial intelligence, according to a recent ETS report.

03 Apr 2026
PhonePe

US-Iran war jolts markets, delays IPOs for firms like PhonePe

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has sent shockwaves through global financial markets.

03 Apr 2026
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Electrical parts shortage may delay almost half US AI projects

The US artificial intelligence (AI) data centre buildout is experiencing a significant slowdown due to equipment shortages and increased dependence on Chinese imports.

03 Apr 2026
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Jubilant FoodWorks will not renew Dunkin' India franchise amid losses

Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd, the operator of Dunkin' Donuts in India, has decided not to renew its franchise agreement, leading to a phased shutdown by year-end.

03 Apr 2026
Iran

India's Russian oil imports surge 90% amid US-Iran war

India has significantly increased its crude oil imports from Russia in March.

03 Apr 2026
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Bengaluru AI startup NeuroPixel. AI closes amid funding and competition woes

Bengaluru-based AI startup, NeuroPixel.AI, has discontinued its operations due to financial difficulties and increased market competition.

03 Apr 2026
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RBI to raise ₹2.54L/cr for states and UTs Apr-Jun 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has unveiled a ₹2.54 lakh crore state borrowing plan for the April-June quarter of 2026-27.

03 Apr 2026
Indian Government

Why Centre has paused 60% free flight seats selection order 

The Indian government has suspended its recent directive mandating airlines to offer at least 60% of flight seats for free.

03 Apr 2026
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Chennai drone startup Garuda confidentially files ₹1,000cr IPO with SEBI

Garuda Aerospace, a drone technology startup, has confidentially filed draft papers for a Rs 1,000 crore initial public offering (IPO) with India's market regulator.

03 Apr 2026
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Tata Group launches plan to assist 10,000+ West Asia employees

Tata Sons chairman, Natarajan Chandrasekaran, met with group CEOs to discuss the potential business implications of the West Asia war.

03 Apr 2026
Bahrain

HDFC Bank penalizes 12 executives in Credit Suisse bond controversy

HDFC Bank has taken disciplinary action against at least 12 senior and mid-level executives, including Ashish Parthasarthy, over their alleged involvement in the mis-selling of Credit Suisse AT1 bonds.

03 Apr 2026
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Gautam Adani meets Yogi Adityanath, praises UP $1T by 2030

Industrialist Gautam Adani recently met with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, expressing support for the state's ambitious $1 trillion economy target by 2030.

03 Apr 2026
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Rajasthan electricity regulator keeps power tariffs unchanged statewide for 2026-27

The Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission has decided to maintain the current electricity tariffs for FY 2026-27, benefiting over 1.75 crore consumers.

03 Apr 2026
Anthropic

Trump administration appeals court decision in Anthropic ruling

The Trump administration has appealed a federal judge's ruling that temporarily halted the Pentagon's ban on Anthropic.

03 Apr 2026
Amazon

Amazon adds 3.5% surcharge to offset fuel costs

Amazon has announced a temporary 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge for third-party sellers using its platform.

03 Apr 2026
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Supabase reportedly seeks about $500 million to double valuation to $10B

Singapore's sovereign wealth fund, GIC, is reportedly leading an investment round in open-source database startup Supabase, potentially doubling its valuation to $10 billion.

03 Apr 2026
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RBI bars banks offering rupee NDFs to curb speculation

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) prohibition on banks offering rupee non-deliverable forward contracts has led to a wider gap between domestic and overseas currency markets.

03 Apr 2026
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Walmart-backed PhonePe postpones IPO as Middle East conflict rattles markets

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are causing global companies to delay IPOs and cut dividends as financial markets face significant volatility.

03 Apr 2026
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Microsoft announces $10 billion Japan investment for AI and cybersecurity

Microsoft plans to invest $10 billion in Japan between 2026 and 2029 to enhance artificial intelligence infrastructure and bolster cybersecurity cooperation with the government.

03 Apr 2026
Donald Trump

Trump hits some drugmakers with 100% tariffs

US President Donald Trump has announced a new tariff regime targeting pharmaceutical companies that have not signed up for his "Most Favored Nation" pricing scheme.

03 Apr 2026
Apple

Apple Fitness chief to step down following harassment claims

Apple has announced that Jay Blahnik, Vice President of Fitness Technologies, will retire in July after a 13-year tenure with the company.

03 Apr 2026
Mark Zuckerberg

OpenAI acquires TBPN, a tech talk show

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence giant, has acquired Technology Business Programming Network (TBPN), a popular tech industry talk show. The move marks OpenAI's first acquisition of a media company.

03 Apr 2026
Donald Trump

Trump imposes 50% tariffs on steel, aluminium and copper

US President Donald Trump has revised the national security tariffs on steel, aluminium, and copper imports.

03 Apr 2026
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Oracle faces backlash for layoffs and over 3,100 H-1B petitions

Oracle's decision to file thousands of H-1B petitions for foreign workers has sparked outrage, coinciding with the company's mass layoffs of its employees.

03 Apr 2026
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India to finalize FTAs with Oman UK New Zealand

India is set to operationalise trade agreements with Oman, the UK, and New Zealand within the next six weeks, according to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal.

03 Apr 2026
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SpaceX preparing IPO that could top $2 trillion valuation

SpaceX is reportedly aiming for a valuation exceeding $2 trillion in its proposed initial public offering (IPO), potentially marking the largest market debut in history.

03 Apr 2026
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Sensex gains 185 points to 73,320 as rupee recovers

The Sensex rose by 185 points due to strong value buying in IT and banking shares, coupled with a significant rebound in the rupee.

03 Apr 2026
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Nikkei and Kospi rise on US rebound amid Iran hopes

Asian stocks, particularly in Japan and South Korea, experienced gains following a rebound in US shares amid easing Middle-East conflict tensions.

03 Apr 2026
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Donald Trump ties US 50% tariffs to customer-paid import values

President Trump has revised national security tariffs, maintaining a 50% duty on steel, aluminum and copper imports while reducing rates for derivative products.

03 Apr 2026
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US job market steady as initial claims fall to 202,000

Despite geopolitical tensions and volatile trade policies, the US labor market remains steady with a slight drop in jobless claims, but a widening trade deficit in February.

03 Apr 2026
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Noon raises $44 million to connect design and live code

San Francisco-based startup Noon, an AI-native tool bridging the gap between product design and engineering, has secured $44 million in funding after emerging from stealth mode.

03 Apr 2026
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US and Iran tensions raise demand for Indian satellite imagery

The ongoing US-Iran war is driving a surge in demand for satellite surveillance data, offering a unique opportunity for India's burgeoning space startups.

03 Apr 2026
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India unlikely to slip into recession despite West Asia conflict

Despite the ongoing West Asia war, Bank of Baroda's chief economist Madan Sabnavis dismisses recession fears for India, but warns of a potential economic slowdown.

03 Apr 2026
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India readies ₹2.5L/cr credit guarantee scheme amid West Asia conflict

India is preparing a new credit guarantee scheme to support industries affected by the West Asia conflict, potentially providing guarantees up to ₹2-2.5 lakh crore.

03 Apr 2026
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India's bottled water industry faces price pressure from Iran conflict

The ongoing war with Iran could potentially increase the cost of bottled water and beer for Indians due to rising raw material prices.

03 Apr 2026
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Amazon adds 3.5% FBA fuel surcharge from April 17

Amazon has introduced a 3.5% fuel surcharge for sellers using its distribution network, as the ongoing war in Iran disrupts global oil markets and elevates transportation costs.

03 Apr 2026
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Bitcoin falls 3.6% to $65,709 amid Middle East conflict

Bitcoin continues to trade near its lower range due to ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Middle East conflict, causing a significant drop in cryptocurrency values.

03 Apr 2026
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Trump announces Liberation Day tariffs targeting imported drugs and steel

President Trump commemorates the first anniversary of "Liberation Day" by introducing new tariffs on foreign-made pharmaceuticals and steel.

03 Apr 2026
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Sohan Lal Commodity Management files confidential IPO papers with SEBI

Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM), a technology-driven agricultural logistics firm, has confidentially filed preliminary papers for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) with SEBI.

03 Apr 2026
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President Trump's Iran speech hint lifts US dollar higher

The US dollar surged against other currencies as President Trump's recent speech on Iran renewed concerns about the ongoing conflict, prompting a shift towards safe-haven assets.

03 Apr 2026
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Delivery robots face vandalism from UC Berkeley to Sheffield, England

Delivery robot companies are facing significant challenges as their bots increasingly become targets of vandalism, causing extensive damage and financial losses.

03 Apr 2026
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US tech firms cut over 52,000 jobs amid AI shift

The first quarter of 2026 witnessed over 50,000 tech layoffs, a 40% increase from the previous year, largely attributed to the rise of artificial intelligence.

02 Apr 2026
Finance

Indian REITs: All about the investment option

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) offer a unique opportunity to invest in real estate without the hassle of owning physical property.

02 Apr 2026
Finance

Planning to take a loan? Keep reading

Navigating the world of loans can be tricky, especially when it comes to understanding the nuances of loan agreements.

02 Apr 2026
India

India to impose stricter penalties on renewable energy producers

India is all set to impose stricter penalties on wind and solar power producers from April 2027.

02 Apr 2026
Indian Government

Indian government backs RBI's aggressive measures to stabilize rupee

The Indian government has backed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)'s aggressive measures to curb currency speculation.

02 Apr 2026
Bharti Airtel

Airtel becomes world's 2nd-largest telecom operator with 650M subscribers

Bharti Airtel has officially become the world's second-largest telecom operator, with a subscriber base of 650 million. The company has operations in India and Africa.

02 Apr 2026
Sensex

Foreign investors pull out ₹1.8L cr in FY26, worst-ever outflow

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pulled out a record ₹1.17 lakh crore in March 2026, the highest monthly outflow ever.

02 Apr 2026
Hong Kong

Jane Street faces I-T notice over ₹20,000cr derivatives gains

The Income Tax Department has issued a draft notice to high-frequency trader (HFT) Jane Street.

02 Apr 2026
Tax Slabs

World's richest may be hiding $3.5 trillion from tax authorities

Oxfam, a leading charity organization, has claimed that the world's wealthiest people may have hidden around $3.55 trillion from tax authorities.

02 Apr 2026
Atmanirbhar Bharat

India achieves record defense exports of ₹38,400cr in FY26

India's defense exports have hit a record high of ₹38,424 crore in the financial year 2025-26.

02 Apr 2026
Canada

Visa fees to norms: Fresh hurdles for Indians moving abroad

The start of the new financial year has brought major hurdles for Indian citizens looking to travel or migrate abroad.

02 Apr 2026
India

India's telecom subscriber base reaches 1.3B in February

India's telecom sector continued its growth trajectory in February 2026, with the total subscriber base reaching a whopping 1,321.31 million.

02 Apr 2026
Amazon

Why Iran sees Gulf data centers as strategic war targets

In a major shift in modern warfare, Iran has been targeting commercial data centers and tech-related infrastructure across the Gulf.

02 Apr 2026
Iran

India's manufacturing sector hits 45-month low: PMI plunges to 53.9

India's manufacturing sector has hit a major roadblock, with the Purchasing Managers's Index (PMI) plunging to a 45-month low of 53.9 in March.

US flags India's UPI as trade barrier

The US has flagged India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and data localization rules as trade barriers.

02 Apr 2026
Amazon

Amazon in talks to acquire Apple's primary satellite partner

Amazon is reportedly in negotiations to acquire Globalstar, a leading satellite telecom group.

02 Apr 2026
Donald Trump

Gold, silver tumble 4% as Trump escalates Iran tensions

Gold and silver prices witnessed a sharp decline today, with COMEX gold falling by 2.21% to $4,677 per ounce and silver plunging by 4.22% to $72.87 per ounce.

02 Apr 2026
Sensex

Sensex crashes 1,450 points after Trump escalates Iran threat

Indian stock markets witnessed a major crash in early trade today, with the BSE Sensex plummeting over 1,400 points and the Nifty 50 falling below the crucial mark of 22,250.

02 Apr 2026
Indian Government

India waives duties on key petrochemical imports amid US-Iran war

In a bid to ease supply chain disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, the Indian government has waived import duties on several key petrochemical products.

02 Apr 2026
Donald Trump

Oil prices surge 5% after Trump vows to hit Iran

Oil prices surged in volatile trading after US President Donald Trump warned of further military action against Iran within the next few weeks.

02 Apr 2026
Anthropic

Start-up funding jumps to record $297B in Q1

Global investment in start-ups hit a record-breaking $297 billion in the first quarter of 2026, according to Crunchbase data.

02 Apr 2026
OpenAI

Sam Altman's sister revises childhood sexual abuse lawsuit against him

Annie Altman, the sister of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has amended her civil lawsuit against him, alleging sexual abuse dating back to their childhood.

02 Apr 2026
Stock Market

NSDL just made stock trading cheaper for women

The National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) has launched a new initiative, the "Women Plan," to promote women's participation in India's stock markets.