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New Delhi, Jul 23 (PTI) Gold prices fell Rs 400 to Rs 1,49,200 per 10 grams in the national capital on Thursday, tracking weak trends in global markets amid surging crude oil rates. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,49,600 per 10 grams in the preceding session. Silver also pared gains, falling Rs 300 to Rs 2,29,700 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes) from Wednesdays closing level of Rs 2,30,000 per kg, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Traders said bullio

NEW YORK, July 23, 2026 (AP) When 72-year-old Michael Roper rides his bicycle to and from the pub he owns in Chicago, he cant imagine a better way to commute. Hes getting exercise, drifting through fresh air and catching glimpses of neighborhood life a recently opened coffee shop or a diving owl at night that hes convinced hed miss if he were driving. If youve considered bike commuting but assumed you needed expensive gear and to be in excellent physical shape, or worried about arriving at wor

MUMBAI, India, July 23, 2026 (AP) The blue police van dominates the frame. A young woman, Rhiya Ahir, stands in front of it in a rain-soaked hoodie, one hand pressed against the metal. Behind the windshield sit police officers. Inside the van are young protesters detained after demonstrations in Indias financial capital Mumbai on Wednesday. Indias Cockroach protests began more than a month ago over alleged leaks in some of the countrys most competitive entrance exams for medical schools and gov

NEW DELHI, July 23 (Reuters) The Indian government has ordered telecom companies to disable mobile data services in central parts of the capital Delhi, in and around the site of youth protests seeking the resignation of the education minister, two sources told Reuters on Thursday. The companies have complied with the order, the sources said. Spokespersons for the government and the telecom department did not immediately respond to requests for comment from Reuters. Top Indian telecom firms, bil

NEW DELHI, July 23 (Reuters) Traders have stopped offering discounts on Russian crude sold to India as disruptions to Middle Eastern supplies have boosted demand for alternative grades, the head of finance at Indian state refiner Bharat Petroleum Corp said on Thursday. Refiners in India, the worlds third-biggest oil importer and consumer, have raised purchases of Russian oil as supplies from traditional producers in the Middle East have been disrupted. BPCL has secured crude supplies for August

NEW DELHI, July 23, 2026 (AP) Thousands of young protesters were camped on the streets of Indias capital New Delhi on Thursday, defying new restrictions in the latest show of strength for a movement that has become one of the biggest challenges to Prime Minister Narendra Modis government. Indias Cockroach protests began more than a month ago over alleged leaks in some of the countrys most competitive entrance exams for medical colleges and government jobs. The movement has since expanded beyond

Mumbai, Jul 23 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Thursday, extending losses for the fourth straight session, as a sharp jump in crude oil prices due to escalating tensions in West Asia weighed on investor sentiment. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 363.66 points, or 0.47 per cent, to settle at 76,391.39. During the day, it tanked 603.07 points, or 0.78 per cent, to 76,151.98. The 50-share NSE Nifty dipped 126.65 points, or 0.53 per cent, to end at 23,869.60. From the

NEW DELHI, July 21 (Reuters) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for setting up a foolproof public examination system in the country on Tuesday, a day after supporters of the youth-led cockroach movement clashed with police as they marched on parliament to protest against question paper leaks. The comments by Modi, reported by a cabinet minister, were his first on the subject since the leaking of question papers for a national entrance test to medical school in May, the anger over which

Mumbai, Jul 21 (PTI) Rupee pared initial losses and settled for the day higher by 12 paise at 96.24 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday, as traders assessed the strong inflows related to the Reserve Banks initiatives to support foreign exchange liquidity amid global market uncertainties. Forex traders said India attracted USD 20.72 billion in forex inflows under the swap facility since June, providing significant structural support to the countrys balance of payments position. At the

Mumbai, Jul 21 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Tuesday as HDFC Bank dragged the markets for a second day after the lenders quarterly earnings disappointed on the margin front. Besides, escalating US-Iran conflict, uptick in crude oil prices and persistent foreign fund outflows also reinforced a risk-off sentiment in the markets. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 238.41 points, or 0.31 per cent, to settle at 77,470.11. During the day, it dropped 371.19 points, or 0.47 per c

Sydney, Jul 17 (Conversation) artners do not simply grow old together, they often grow more alike. Decades of shared routines, environments and experiences leave couples with increasingly similar health profiles, a pattern long recognised for obesity, diabetes and heart disease and stroke. Could dementia now belong on that list? A new nationwide study from Taiwan suggests the answer is yes but not for the reason many headlines might imply. The shadow of shared lives In this study involving almo

New Delhi, Jul 20 (PTI) Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi along with some opposition MPs met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday and urged him to allow a discussion in the House on the brutality unleashed on students and the governments complete lack of accountability for the examination crisis. Besides Gandhi, SPs Dharmendra Yadav, Shiv Sena (UBTs) Arvind Savant, RSPs N K Premchandran, among others, met the Speaker in his office before the House proceedings began. In a post on X, Gandhi said,

NEW DELHI, July 21 (Reuters) Indias youth-led cockroach movement said on Tuesday it would continue its protest but will not march again, a day after scores of supporters were injured in clashes with police who tried to stop their march on parliament. Delhi Police said nearly 180 people, including 118 security and police personnel, and 60 protesters, were injured on Monday when they clashed in central Delhi. Thousands of protesters from Delhi and nearby cities and towns gathered to march on parl

Infants, toddlers and young children need outdoor activity to build strong bodies and minds, but they also require extra care in the heat. In the summer months, those twin imperatives can make parents anxious. How long should kids be out? How do I know theyre OK? What should I avoid? Human-caused climate change is making heat waves longer, stronger and more widespread. Much of the U.S. sweltered last week under a heat dome. That shift makes questions about keeping babies safe more pressing, said

Mumbai, Jul 21 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty drifted lower in early trade on Tuesday dragged by blue-chip HDFC Bank and persistent foreign fund outflows. Escalating US-Iran conflict also reinforced a risk-off sentiment, limiting investors appetite for equities, according to a market expert. The 30-share BSE Sensex dipped 58.89 points to 77,649.63 in opening trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty slipped 22.45 points to 24,216.05. From the Sensex pack, Eternal, HDFC Bank, Reliance Indust

Mumbai, Jul 21 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 6 paise to 96.42 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday as heightened geopolitical uncertainty put pressure on most Asian currencies, including the rupee. Forex traders said the rupee came under pressure from a combination of factors crude oil prices climbed on renewed geopolitical tensions, and demand for the US dollar increased as investors moved toward safe-haven assets. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 96.41 th

July 21, 2026 (Conversation) Few human experiences are as universal or as poorly understood as loneliness. More than just a blue feeling and the inspiration for countless songs, its linked to poorer wellbeing, worse mental and physical health and a higher risk of early death. Even in the age of social media, we hear of loneliness being on the rise everywhere to the extent that some have labelled it an epidemic. To build a better picture, we analysed responses to the Gallup World Poll from mor

LONDON, July 20 (Reuters) Andy Burnham became Britains seventh prime minister in a decade on Monday, pledging to break with the politics of the past to deliver a new economic model to benefit a nation fed up with a revolving door of leaders. In front of dozens of supporters outside his new office and residence at 10 Downing Street, Burnham said politicians had failed to bring the stability needed to raise living standards, something he said he would change with immediate policies and a longer-t

New Delhi, Jul 20 (PTI) Gold prices rebounded by Rs 1,400 to hover around Rs 1.47 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday amid firm global trends. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity climbed Rs 1,400 to Rs 1,46,900 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Fridays closing level of Rs 1,45,500 per 10 grams, according to the All India Sarafa Association. However, silver depreciated by Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,21,500 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes) , extending losses for the sixth c

Mumbai, Jul 20 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower on Monday, dragged down by heavy selling in blue-chip bank stocks HDFC Bank and Axis Bank amid margin-related concerns and a flare-up in US-Iran tensions. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 442.93 points, or 0.57 per cent, to settle at 77,708.52. During the day, it tanked 783.16 points, or 1 per cent, to 77,368.29. The 50-share NSE Nifty edged lower by 95.80 points, or 0.39 per cent, to end at 24,238.50. Among Sensex shares, Axis

Mumbai, Jul 20 (PTI) The rupee fell 14 paise to 96.44 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, on risk aversion in global markets and a surge in crude oil prices. Forex traders said escalating US-Iran conflict and rising US Treasury yields weighed on the rupee. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 96.53 against the US dollar and traded in the range of 96.35 to 96.53 during the day. The domestic unit finally settled for the day at 96.44 (provisional), down 14 per cent from

NEW DELHI, July 16 (Reuters) In a ruling that could expose automakers to greater liability over Indias ethanol-blended fuel policy, an Indian consumer court has ordered Maruti Suzuki to provide a new car to a customer who alleged mandatory E20 fuel damaged his car. The first-of-its-kind ruling is likely to be closely watched as legal experts said it could embolden other vehicle owners who believe the fuel has caused problems with their cars to seek compensation. Prime Minister Narendra Modis go

NEW YORK, July 16, 2026 (AP) Do your hands hurt when you use your phone? All that texting and scrolling might be stressing out your fingers. The term texting thumb can describe a wide range of phone-related pains caused by tired-out tendons and achy joints like general stiffness, throbbing near the knuckle and a clicking sensation when bending the thumb. If left untreated, repetitive typing and swiping can lead to more serious issues like carpal tunnel and arthritis. People have pecked away at

NEW DELHI, July 16 (Reuters) Indian customs authorities have joined the countrys health ministry in its fight against the Adani Group over the sale of nicotine pouches at airports, arguing its duty-free shops only have tax advantages and are not immune from other regulations. A March inspection by health officials of billionaire Gautam Adanis Mumbai international airport found the sale of nicotine pouches at its duty-free shops was against the law a decision that his company is now challenging

NEW DELHI, July 13 (Reuters) The Indian government has argued the airport sale of nicotine pouches is a substantive violation of drug laws and a serious public health risk, seeking to throw out Adani Groups bid to overturn an official finding that it broke the law by selling the unlicensed products at Mumbais airport. Prime Minister Narendra Modis government has also asserted in court that the airport, one of the countrys busiest, is on Indian soil, dismissing Adanis argument that Indian law do

NEW DELHI, July 13 (Reuters) Indias retail inflation accelerated to 4.38% in June, government data showed on Monday, breaching the central banks 4% target for the first time in 16 months and setting the stage for an interest rate hiking cycle. The print was above the 4.3% forecast in a Reuters poll of economists and was also the highest since India revamped the consumer price index in January. RBI kept its key interest rate unchanged at 5.25% in June but raised its inflation forecast for the fi

Mumbai, Jul 13 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 27 paise to close at 95.65 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, weighed down by elevated crude oil prices after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed. Forex traders said renewed drone and missile strikes between the US and Iran prompted supply concerns, while elevated crude oil prices and a strong greenback triggered capital outflows. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.72 against the American currency and trad

New Delhi, Jul 13 (PTI) An analysis of more than two lakh people across 14 countries found that common, controllable dementia risk factors, such as low education and obesity, can vary widely between high-income and low- and middle-income countries, with over 50 per cent of individuals across regions having at least two risk factors. Broadly similar clusters of risk factors related to cardiovascular diseases, risky behaviours, and social or sensory factors were observed across settings, accordi

HANOI, Vietnam, July 13, 2026 (AP) The bodies of 15 Indian tourists who were killed when a speedboat capsized off southern Vietnam last week were being returned home Monday. The speedboat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four Vietnamese crew members when it overturned near the shore Saturday afternoon, shortly after leaving Hon May Rut Ngoai island near Phu Quoc, Vietnams largest island, authorities said. The boats captain, Nguyen Hong Hai, 57, is under investigation for alleged violations o

Mumbai, Jul 13 (PTI) The rupee fell 39 paise to 95.77 against the American currency in early trade on Monday, weighed down by elevated crude oil prices. Forex traders said with Brent oil prices rising over USD 79 to the barrel the Indian rupee is expected to open weaker at 95.53 levels after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz as closed. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.72, then touched 95.77 against the US dollar, registering a loss of 39 paise from its previous c

July 13, 2026 (Conversation) Phones and devices have become inextricably linked with everyday life. They store our credit cards, provide critical bus updates, and allow us to communicate whenever we need to. But when our device use starts to affect our mood, replace real-life experiences, or interfere with face-to-face relationships, its a sign our habits have crossed the line from healthy to unhealthy. How are teens more affected? Teenagers are particularly vulnerable to excessive device use, a

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has generated one of the most important constitutional debates in contemporary India. While the Election Commission of India has described the exercise as an effort to improve the accuracy of electoral rolls, the public discussion has moved far beyond electoral administration. It has reopened fundamental questions concerning citizenship, identity, official documentation and the relationship between the citizen and the sovereign State. Among

Chandigarh, Jul 10 (PTI) Farmer groups on Friday drove scores of tractor-trolleys, buses, jeeps and other vehicles on city roads here to protest against the proposed India-US trade agreement and other issues including the recent increase in petrol and diesel prices. Farmers, under the banner of the BKU (Ekta Ugrahan) and another farmer outfit, took out a rally from Sector 34 to Matka Chowk. Many roads witnessed bottlenecks due to the rally, with some commuters claiming they had to wait for long

ANKARA, Turkey, July 10, 2026 (AP) Western leaders came to Turkey to discuss security in an increasingly perilous world. They each left with a revolver and six rounds. The unconventional gift from the host of this weeks NATO summit, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, was meant to showcase his countrys growing defense industry. But it left officials across the alliance scratching their heads. Some were forced to leave their gifts behind due to gun laws in their countries, while others donat

July 10 (Reuters) Indian police said on Friday they had arrested dozens of people for violence and vandalism during protests this week over the rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in an eastern state. Police said one innocent person had been lynched by angry crowds. Protesters had blocked roads and torched vehicles since the girls body was found in a pond on Sunday, a day after she went missing, in Baruipur city of West Bengal state about 30 km (20 miles) from Kolkata. We have arrested 35 pe

New Delhi, Jul 10 (PTI) Gold prices edged up by Rs 400 to Rs 1,48,500 per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday, while silver jumped Rs 5,000, as value buying by traders and a weak US dollar revived demand for precious metals. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity closed at Rs 1,48,100 per 10 grams in the preceding session. Silver also snapped its three-session losing streak, surging Rs 5,000 to Rs 2,37,000 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes) from Thursdays closing level of Rs 2,32,000