India and the US are engaged in fast-paced talks for an interim trade deal, with the tariff rate being a key point of negotiation. Despite potential challenges from a less favorable deal, India has avenues to diversify its exports, particularly in services.
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Indian markets concluded the week with losses exceeding 1%, influenced by global tariff uncertainties and a tepid start to Q1 earnings. The Nifty50 breached its 20-day EMA, signaling potential consolidation. Investors will closely monitor upcoming Q1 earnings from major companies and key inflation data from India and the US for future direction.
Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) is gearing up for a powerful season 17 comeback, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan. The show will premiere on August 11, with the campaign 'Jahaan Akal Hai Wahan Akad Hai'. Bachchan shared an emotional note about his bond with the show as KBC completes 25 years since its first broadcast on July 3, 2000.
A college student in Odisha died after allegedly being coerced by her principal to withdraw a sexual harassment complaint. Prior to setting herself ablaze, she was allegedly pressured to apologize to the accused faculty member. The incident sparked public outrage, leading to protests and political clashes.
Following Nina Kutina's arrest for living in a cave near Gokarna with their two daughters, her ex-husband, Dror Goldstein, is seeking shared custody. Goldstein, who lives part-time in Goa, states he lost contact with Kutina and the children months ago. He expresses concern about their potential relocation to Russia and desires regular access to his daughters in India.
Lucy White, a Cambridge alumna, ignited outrage with a xenophobic rant on X, criticizing the prevalence of Indian and Asian staff at Heathrow Airport. She alleged they didn't speak English and demanded their deportation, sparking widespread condemnation online.
Jasprit Bumrah's batting form has plummeted, marked by six ducks in seven innings, exacerbating India's lower-order struggles. Despite his bowling prowess, his batting woes continue, highlighted by a string of zeros against England. This lack of tail-end resistance is proving problematic, especially in tight contests like the ongoing Lord's Test, where India matched England's first-innings total.
Ravi Shastri analyzed India's loss to England at Lord's. He highlighted Rishabh Pant's crucial dismissal before lunch. Karun Nair's wicket early in the second innings triggered a collapse. Shastri praised the lower order's fight but noted the top order's struggles. He drew parallels with India's 2021 Lord's win. Shastri remains optimistic about India's comeback in the series.
A recent RTI query reveals a concerning trend of engine malfunctions plaguing Indian airlines. Sixty-five in-flight engine shutdowns occurred between 2020 and 2025, accompanied by eleven 'Mayday' calls in just seventeen months. Experts attribute these incidents to technical issues like fuel contamination and turbine malfunction.
Dan Rivera, a paranormal investigator known for his appearances on television and Netflix's "28 Days Haunted," tragically passed away while on tour with the infamous Annabelle doll in Gettysburg. Rivera, a US Army veteran and lead investigator with the New England Society for Psychic Research, was found unresponsive in his hotel room.