[ad_1] Crude prices surged to their highest levels since 2022 on Wednesday while investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy decision later in the day.Brent crude for June delivery jumped 7.3 per cent to $119.34 a barrel by 1:15 pm Eastern time and touched an intraday high of $119.76. Brent for July delivery, where more active…
[ad_1] Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. (PTI Photo) Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head produced an extraordinary performance against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, stitching together a record partnership in the IPL.Earlier, Ryan Rickelton’s sensational 123 off 62 balls, along with a blazing opening stand with Will Jacks (46), powered Mumbai Indians to a massive…
[ad_1] The government is working on a third edition of the Jan Vishwas Bill that will go beyond decriminalising minor offences and focus on simplifying procedures, reducing compliance burden and making business operations easier, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday.Speaking at the World Bank Group’s workshop on the Business Ready (B-READY) framework,…
[ad_1] A colossal sinkhole, Xiaozhai Tiankeng, discovered in Southern China, reveals a hidden forest ecosystem. This “heavenly pit,” deeper than skyscrapers, harbors over 1,200 plant species and adapted wildlife, including the endangered clouded leopard. Image Credits: Google Gemini Unique geographical features continue to attract global attention due to their remarkable characteristics. In southern China, the…
[ad_1] A car park in Leicester unexpectedly yielded the remains of King Richard III, the last English king to die in battle. Scientific analysis, including osteological evidence, DNA comparison with descendants, and examination of battle injuries, confirmed the skeleton’s identity Image Credits: Peter_Glyn, via Wikimedia Commons Usually, history tends to be found in magnificent churches…
[ad_1] Kevin Warsh (Photo credit-AP) Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, moved a step closer to becoming the next US central bank chief after the Senate Banking Committee approved his nomination on Wednesday, AP reported.The committee voted 13-11 along party lines, with all Republican senators backing Warsh and all Democrats…
[ad_1] Ryan Rickelton celebrates after his maiden IPL hundred. (Pic credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: Ryan Rickelton announced his return to the playing XI in spectacular fashion, smashing the fastest century in Mumbai Indians history during their IPL 2026 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday.The South African opener raced to his maiden…
[ad_1] Miners in Chihuahua’s Naica Mine discovered a massive cave filled with colossal, white gypsum crystals, some reaching 12 meters in length. Image Credits: Alexander Van Driessche, via Wikimedia Commons Deep within the arid regions of Chihuahua, the Naica Mine had been operating on an industrial level for ages by pulling lead and zinc out…
[ad_1] A young historian’s find in Berlin has unearthed a thousand-year-old Greek coin. This bronze artifact from Ilion or Troy dates back to 281-261 BC. Representative Image | Image Credit: Google Gemini Where others are lost in the virtual cacophony, Jerome, an enthusiastic young historian with big plans for himself, is suddenly faced with something…
[ad_1] Banks will be allowed to extend relief measures to borrowers in calamity-hit areas without waiting for individual requests, under revised Reserve Bank of India guidelines that will come into force from July 1, 2026.The RBI on Wednesday issued fresh directions after considering stakeholder feedback on draft norms covering relief measures in areas affected by…
