Iran’s annual inflation rate surged to 88.6% in June, the highest in recent months, as the Middle East war intensified pressure on an economy already struggling with sanctions and years of hyperinflation. Iran’s annual inflation rate surged to 88.6% in June, the highest in recent months, as the Middle East war intensified pressure on an…
A groundbreaking study in Nepal’s Lapchi Valley reveals a surprising peace among three apex predators: snow leopards, common leopards, and Himalayan wolves. Instead of territorial divisions, their coexistence hinges on distinct dietary preferences. Snow leopards favor wild ungulates, common leopards prey on livestock and smaller animals near settlements, while wolves consume a mix. The Himalayas…
Rajma already enjoys a healthy reputation. Packed with plant protein, iron and fibre, it is one of those comfort foods that nutritionists rarely ask you to give up. But here’s the interesting part: your everyday rajma can become even more filling and gut-friendly with a few simple additions. You do not need expensive superfoods or…
Businesses shifting their principal place of business to a new GST jurisdiction will not have to restart pending tax proceedings, with the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) clarifying that the new jurisdictional authority will take over and complete all ongoing cases from the stage at which they were left, reported PTI.The clarification…
Meaning: God of light, music, healing, and wisdom Apollo is one of the most admired gods in Greek mythology. He represents intelligence, creativity, truth, and balance. As the god of the sun, music, poetry, and healing, Apollo symbolises brightness and hope. It is an elegant name for parents who wish their son to grow into…
Industrial profits rose 21.1% in May from a year earlier, easing from a 24.7% increase in April, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Saturday. China’s industrial profit growth slowed for the first time in six months in May, signalling that stronger exports and higher factory-gate prices were not enough…
Kotak Mahindra Bank CEO Ashok Vaswani to step down after term ends; lender begins succession search Kotak Mahindra Bank on Saturday said its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Ashok Vaswani will not seek reappointment after his current term ends on December 31, 2026, citing personal reasons, prompting the private sector lender to begin the…
At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to defy age, recently scoring in his sixth FIFA World Cup and setting a new international goal record. Beyond his football prowess, Ronaldo is a known car enthusiast, boasting an impressive collection. Highlights include the bespoke Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the rare Ferrari F12 TDF, and a powerful Mercedes-Benz Brabus G65, showcasing…
Come June and Assam gets ready for one of India’s most unusual and spiritually significant festivals. The capital city Guwahati turns into a magnet for pilgrims, photographers, curious travellers and spirituality seekers. We are talking about the Ambubachi Mela, organised every year at the iconic Kamakhya Temple. The festival is unlike any other religious gathering…
The AI investment boom is “generating tremendous valuations” for companies in US stock markets and countries such as South Korea, creating a wealth effect that could add to price pressures, Gourinchas said in an interview with Bloomberg News. Artificial intelligence (AI) could fuel inflation not only by pushing up the cost of semiconductors and technology…
