S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq close the first half of 2026 higher as chip stocks lead Wall Street: Here's why the US stock market ended June strongS&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq today June 30: US markets concluded the first half of 2026 on a high note, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and N...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.28 AM IST
Fiscal deficit widens to 9.6% of FY27 target on higher spendingIndia's fiscal deficit surged to 9.6% of the annual target in the first two months of the financial year, a significant jump from last year...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.02 AM IST
Banks clear RBI stress test, but NPAs tick up in tough scenariosThe Reserve Bank of India's latest financial stability report indicates that Indian banks will likely keep capital levels above the regulat...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.22 AM IST
US job openings stayed at a surprisingly strong 7.6 million in MayDespite the economic fallout from the Iran war and soaring energy prices, the U.S. job market shows surprising strength. Job openings in Ma...
30 Jun, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
India's April-May fiscal deficit at ₹1.62 lakh crore, widens on-year to 9.6% of FY27 aimIndia's fiscal deficit stood at ₹1.62 lakh crore during April-May, accounting for 9.6% of the full-year budget estimate, according to gover...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
RBI buyback gets few bids despite cash crunchThe central bank's bond buyback saw a lukewarm market reception, attracting significantly less than the offered amount despite a liquidity ...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
IIP growth reached a five-month high of 5.1% in MayIndia's industrial production surged to a five-month high of 5.1% in May, driven by robust growth in electricity and manufacturing sectors....
29 Jun, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
India's industrial output quickens to 5.1% in May from 4.9% in April as manufacturing, electricity drive growthIndia's industrial production surged by 5.1% in May 2026, largely propelled by strong manufacturing activity despite a decrease in mining o...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
Microfinance institutions' portfolio quality up in May; West Bengal, MP, Rajasthan laggards: ReportMicrofinance asset quality saw a positive shift in May, with loan defaults declining nationwide. However, West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Madhy...
29 Jun, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
No M6 Pro and Max By Apple ? What is in the pipeline for the next Apple silicon?Apple's predictable chip roadmap is reportedly set for a major shift, with the company possibly skipping M6 Pro and Max variants to focus o...
29 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
CBSE issues three-language policy guidelines; big update for class 10 studentsThe CBSE has clarified its three-language policy, assuring current Class X students that they are unaffected. Students in Classes VII, VIII...
29 Jun, 2026, 01.54 PM IST
Toyota sales fall for fourth month in May as declines in China, US and Middle East weighToyota Motor Company experienced a 7.2% drop in global vehicle sales for May, reflecting a fourth straight month of downfall. This slump st...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
Earthquake today: 6.1 magnitude quake hits Japan, Meteorological Agency warns of more quakes may follow, will Mount Fuji erupt?Earthquake today: Japan is prone to quakes and tsunami. A series of quakes have hit lately, including a 7.2 magnitude quake that struck on ...
28 Jun, 2026, 06.09 AM IST
Psychology says people who eat dinner before 7 p.m. may have more than healthy eating, they may be scared to break the predictable patternPsychology says people who regularly eat dinner before 7 p.m. may be influenced by self-regulation, habit formation, circadian rhythms, and...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
SIP share of equity AUM at multi-year high, over 29% in May: Franklin Templeton India MFSystematic Investment Plan (SIP) contributions to Indian equity mutual funds hit a multi-year high of 29% in May 2026, signaling robust inv...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 920, says congress presidentVenezuela reels from devastating twin earthquakes, with the official death toll climbing to 920. Hundreds remain missing, feared trapped un...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.09 PM IST
Venezuela declares state of emergency after powerful twin quakesVenezuela's interim leader declared a state of emergency Wednesday as two massive earthquakes caused buildings in the capital to crumble an...
25 Jun, 2026, 08.47 AM IST