Why Saudi Arabia imports sand despite being covered by desertDespite vast desert landscapes, Saudi Arabia imports construction-grade sand due to its smooth, wind-shaped grains being unsuitable for con...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
ET Alpha Wealth Summit | Go for global allocation in a deliberate manner; not as a knee-jerk reaction to short-term underperformance: Rahul JainIndia's wealthy investors are now considering global markets. Wealth managers at the ET Alpha Wealth Summit confirmed this shift. However, ...
17 Jun, 2026, 01.54 PM IST
ET Alpha Wealth Summit | Quality has rarely been this cheap relative to junk; 3 themes to buy now: Saurabh MukherjeaQuality stocks in India and globally are at their cheapest in years. Saurabh Mukherjea highlights export-oriented manufacturing, European a...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
Higher prices for gas, groceries and flights will outlast the Iran war, experts sayA tentative deal to end the Iran war offers hope but immediate price drops for consumers are unlikely. Experts suggest it will take time fo...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
Nifty upside limited, but stock-specific opportunities remain: Pramod AmtheIndian equities face headwinds from inflation and monsoon uncertainty, yet opportunities exist. Pramod Amthe of InCred Capital highlights s...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
Light at the end of the tunnel? Gautam Shah sees Nifty eyeing 25,500, bets on smallcaps, pharma and Adani stocksIndian equities are nearing a crucial turning point, with market veteran Gautam Shah suggesting a shift in focus beyond benchmark indices. ...
16 Jun, 2026, 08.01 AM IST
Psychology says the people who appear most composed under pressure aren't emotionally immune; they've learned to fall apart without an audience, carry it quietly through the night, and still show up the next morningTrue resilience involves accepting negative emotions without judgment, leading to greater psychological well-being over time. Instead of su...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
Trump warns of renewed strikes on Iran if nuclear talks fail, says US could become ‘guardian of the Middle East’President Trump has warned Iran of renewed military action or a significant financial demand if a nuclear deal isn't reached. He asserted h...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
Can pouring a bucket of water on AC compressor cut your electricity bills?As heatwaves grip Indian cities, a simple hack of pouring water on AC outdoor units can offer temporary efficiency boosts. This method cool...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
Psychology suggests the grandparent who wraps leftovers for everyone isn’t fussing; they’re turning care into something tangible, because some generations learned love lands best when it can be carried homeGrandparents often express love through practical help like sending food. Research shows this instrumental support boosts their mood. These...
14 Jun, 2026, 07.36 PM IST
A new hire waited exactly five minutes after a 10 AM salary credit to submit a resignation email at 10:05 AM, prompting an HR executive to question whether weeks of onboarding and training deserved at least a full day's loyaltyA new employee resigned just five minutes after receiving their first salary. This incident has sparked widespread discussion about the evo...
13 Jun, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
Psychology says people who stay genuinely fit deep into their 60s and 70s aren't always the most disciplined or genetically blessed; they’re the ones who made movement part of who they areStaying active for decades is not about strict discipline or finding the perfect workout. It is about integrating movement into your identi...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
ET Alpha Wealth Summit | India's growth story is real, but 6.5% won't make us Viksit Bharat, warns Garima Kapoor, Elara SecuritiesIndia's current 6.5% growth is comfortable but insufficient for its 2047 aspirations, requiring 7.5-8% growth. A lack of corporate investme...
12 Jun, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
ET Alpha Wealth Summit | 'India's AI index beat Mag-7 plus Nvidia': Hiren Ved says stop mourning FII exits and start investing smarterIndia is in an 'Opportunity Kaal', not an AI drought, and that companies using AI aggressively will leave rivals behind within five years, ...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
US producer prices rose 6.5% in May on higher energy prices, largest yearly jump since November 2022American producer prices saw their biggest jump since late 2022. Energy costs soared, impacting inflation significantly. This surge follows...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.29 PM IST
Petrol, Diesel price today changed amid excise duty relief on ethanol-blended fuel? Check latest rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other citiesPetrol, Diesel price today: Fuel prices remained stable across major Indian cities on June 11, 2026, despite the Centre's excise duty exemp...
11 Jun, 2026, 09.30 AM IST
US carriers spent $6. 5B on fuel in April; global profit forecast is cut nearly in halfAirlines are facing a fuel price shock. U.S. carriers spent over six billion dollars on jet fuel in April, a significant jump from last yea...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.51 AM IST