Steven Whittaker hailed as Hibs legend as Ivan Sproule explains qualities of 'the big German'

The right back has been released by Hibs with his contract up and old pal Ivan Sproule insists he's a club legend.

Shiv Sena hints at split in Maharashtra BJP

Asserting that the Uddhav Thackeray-led government in Maharashtra is stable, Shiv Sena mouthpiece Saamana on Wednesday hinted that a chunk of BJP MLAs in the State might shift loyalties to the ruling

Gran battered by workmate during rammy at wake in East Kilbride pub

Grant Rankin, 25, admitted assaulting 52-year-old Elizabeth Richardson in Greenhills Bar when they were attending a wake for a colleague at DHL Sainsbury's.

A's, Dodgers cut employees' salaries amid pandemic

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Oakland A’s announced cost-cutting moves Tuesday in response to baseball’s ongoing shutdown amid the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19 Impact: Boeing expected to announce job cuts in US after aviation sector rocked by plunging travel demand

In April, Boeing chief executive Dave Calhoun said the company had “begun taking action to lower our number of employees by roughly 10 percent through a combination of voluntary layoffs, natural turnover and involuntary layoffs as necessary.”

Predicting the course of US-China relations in the post Covid-19 era

Authors: Ayush Banerjee and Dhritiman Banerjee* The coronavirus pandemic is a natural threat to the geopolitical order. And it is needless to state that this majorly affects the currently international paradigm in a manner that the world has not seen before. Although there have been a few instances where pandemics have shaken the mortality rates, […]

SSLC exam starts on a ‘healthy note’; stuck in TN, one student misses out

Covid-19 fallout: Lower capex by states to weigh on EPC sector

As a result of the disruption caused by Covid-19, States staring at huge revenue deficits could reduce capital expenditure, thereby impacting the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) sector

Bengal health dept allows OPD-based COVID-19 testing

Emphasising on the need to test more people, the West Bengal Health Department decided on Tuesday to allow a person to be taken to the sample collection unit through the outpatient department (OPD)

Oil halts rally near $34 on signs of Russia easing supply cuts

Moscow wants to scale back output curbs in line with the OPEC+ deal

Review into escape from Rimutaka Prison reveals flaws in Corrections' practice

"This incident was unacceptable and this should not have occurred."

LETTER: Coronavirus and the wonder of home-schooling

More Clark County parents now know about this important option.

VICTOR JOECKS: Churches, DOJ push back on Sisolak’s discriminatory ban on worship services

Gov. Steve Sisolak’s lockdown orders have been unconstitutionally discriminatory against places of worship.

New scholarship available for graduating seniors seeking alternative path

First Hawaiian Bank and the Hawaii Community Foundation pitched in $1 million each.

State ownership of airlines may be side effect of coronavirus

Michael O’Leary’s anger over Lufthansa’s €9bn state bailout is understandable

Traffic jam eases after police eject protesting truckers

The drivers were protesting against harassment by Ugandans

Texas Lt. Gov. Patrick bashes Twitter, Dems over mail-in voting: 'If they get it, it's the end of democracy'

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick admonished Democrats for pushing mail-in voting Tuesday, telling "The Ingraham Angle" Tuesday that such measures would be "the end of democracy" if they were ever enacted.

GRAINS-Corn futures up for 3rd session as U.S. planting lags expectations

* Wet weather in U.S. Midwest slows corn, soybean planting pace* Forecast of lower Brazilian production supports prices (Adds details on Brazilian crop, quote in paragraph 3-4)By Naveen ThukralSINGAPORE, May 27 (Reuters) - Chicago corn futures rose for a third session on Wednesday as a slower-than-expected U.S. planting progress and a downgrade to Brazilian production underpinned the market.Soybeans ticked higher, a day after strong gains on support from Chinese demand.

Tips to Minimize Risk of Contracting Coronavirus While Travelling by Air

If you have decided to travel by air, here are certain must-follow tips that you need to keep in mind in order avoid contracting coronavirus.

Tiger that mauled tribal man to death trapped near Mysuru

It is the third one caught in the Bandipur-Nagarahole belt in the last 10 days

Manchurian Dan drives CCP stake into federal Labor

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Evening Reading - May 26, 2020

It's night time in America, which means it is time for some sweet, sweet Evening Reading.

Constables thrash 65-year-old woman, daughters

Police claim women were raising a jhuggi on govt. land; victims allege policemen demanded money

Cab, bus operators transporting migrants illegally

Multiple FIRs have been registered, says Gurugram Deputy Commissioner

AAP MLA seeks bail in doctor’s suicide case

AAP legislator Prakash Jarwal, arrested in connection with the alleged suicide of a doctor in south Delhi last month, moved a Delhi court Tuesday seeking bail in the case.The application, which is lik

In CA: Essential workers shouldn't be deported, immigration attorney says

She cleans hotel rooms the state set aside for homeless individuals to curb the spread of the coronavirus — and the mother of four is getting deported. Also, barbershops and hair salons reopen throughout much of the state. Plus: Find out how one beach successfully opened to sunbathers.

Bullying is common factor in LGBTQ youth suicides, YSPH study finds

Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health have found that death records of LGBTQ youth who died by suicide were substantially more likely to mention bullying as a factor than their non-LGBTQ peers.

A new potential target for the treatment of alcohol-withdrawal induced depression

Researchers from Pennsylvania State University have discovered that alcohol withdrawal impacts somatostatin neurons in key brain regions associated with emotional processing and addiction. The findings are significant as they suggest that somatostatin neurons may be a viable new target for the treatment of depression related to alcohol withdrawal.

Finding working capital is key to small businesses efforts as reopening accelerates

Small businesses are suffering affer a long pandemic shutdown and they are worried about what will be needed as they begin to reopen. Interviews with a select group of small business owners found that access to working capital is key to reopening, as well as clear guidance from government or trade organizations about how to reopen safely during the pandemic.

Otago dairy farming company fined $270,000 after worker suffers spinal injury

It was also ordered to pay the worker more than $45,000.

Amy Cooper: White woman who called police on black man, fired from job

Amy Cooper, the white woman who called police on a black man in the United States of America pretending she was in a distressing situation, has been fired from her job. "Following our internal review of

Medically Vulnerable Immigrants Denied Release From ICE Facility

A group of medically vulnerable immigrants who are being held in a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility with the worst Covid-19 outbreak in the nation cannot be released despite their claims about the risks of contracting the virus, a federal judge in California ruled Tuesday.

Uttarakhand Forest Fires: Devastating Visuals Capture 51.34 Hectares Of Forest Burning

Since the past 4 days, Uttarakhand has been burning as 46 forest fires have been recorded in the northern state. Have a look at the pictures.

‘My mum said, “Why are the police arresting you? You must have done something”: the scandal behind TV's new Windrush drama

The BBC’s Sitting in Limbo tells howAnthony Bryan was sacked, arrested and threatened with deportation. The reporter who broke the story talks to his family and friends about their years of misery

Over 30,000 rescued under Vande Bharat Mission till May 25: Hardeep Puri

India had launched the largest evacuation exercise to repatriate Indians stranded abroad due to coronavirus-induced lockdown

Tory privatisation is at the heart of the UK's disastrous coronavirus response

From PPE to care homes, this crisis has exposed the pernicious role of corporate power in public policy, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

Hundreds more security forces sent to the Greek-Turkish border

The Armed Forces and the Hellenic Police are on full alert and vigilant after the new barrage of challenges from Turkey against Greece.

Cassava Piece danger for pedestrians

RESIDENTS OF Cassava Piece in St Andrew are calling for the authorities to address the pedestrian dangers that lurk along the community’s main roadway, which has led to a fatality in the past and caused a scare as recently as last week. The narrow...

Hell for Heaven! - Elderly woman rues deaths of two sons months apart 11 years ago

For 72-year-old Carmel Heaven, things are a far cry from the days when Jermaine Spence, her customs broker son, was completing a construction project at her home in Zambia, St Catherine, with the promise of a better future. Zambia is located on the...

China-Hong Kong standoff: Riot police shield Legislative Council as protests heat up

Police said they had arrested at least 16 people, aged 14-40, involved in crimes including possession of offensive weapons, possession of tools for illegal use and dangerous driving

The Hidden Flaws of Voting by Mail: Why GOP Sues California Governor Newsom

The vote-by-mail initiative pushed ahead by Democratic-controlled California has prompted a new wave of partisan strife with the Republicans over potential voter fraud....

LNA Surprised by Claims of 'Russian Aircraft' in Libya - Spokesman

CAIRO (Sputnik) - The Libyan National Army (LNA) believes the US military's statements about the alleged arrival of Russian military aircraft in Libya are strange, LNA...

Impact of a health system's three-pronged strategy to address the opioid epidemic

In the past two decades more than 700,000 people have died from a drug overdose in the United States. In 2017, more than 68% of the drug overdose deaths involved an opioid. To help stem this epidemic, Highmark Inc. developed, implemented and evaluated a series of quality management-focused opioid interventions utilizing a three-pronged public health approach.

Study: Ultra-thin fibres designed to protect nerves after brain surgery

Light microscope image of nimodipine fibres

Luanda Leaks: Isabel dos Santos to challenge assets seizure

As part of their investigations, the Angolan and Portuguese courts recently ordered the freezing of its bank accounts and the seizure of some of its assets in both countries.

Car buyers falling victim to vehicle sales scams

Consumers who want to buy cars should make sure that they deal with a legitimate car dealership to avoid being victims of scams.

Kerosene-filled bottle hurled at policeman’s house in Madurai

There were no injuries or damage reported, and police are investigating the case

Africa Is Paying Covid-19’s Price In Gold

Over the years, huge mining operations in Africa have generated significant profits for foreign companies. Seeing the potential, the continent’s governments are looking for ways to harness more revenues from the sector in to aid economic development. With coronavirus affecting a lot of industries around the world and nearly crippling economies in its wake, there’s reason to believe that the pandemic will as well mar Africa’s mining, especially the sector of gold. The Ashanti Conundrum AngloGold Ashanti is the third largest gold producer in the world, and the largest in Africa. The company, with 21 operation bases in 4 continents, produced 3.3 Moz and employs 34,263 people in 2019. 2020, however, now proves uncertain for the mining firm as the effects of coronavirus have sent shockwaves throughout the industry.

‘We have to move beyond being oil traders’: What Singapore’s future as an oil hub could look like in a post COVID-19 world

Consolidation and transformation is vital to Singapore’s survival as an oil hub in a post COVID-19 world, say industry watchers.

From face masks to alcohol, fake goods in Malaysia are putting lives in danger

Today, counterfeiters are targeting not only luxury brands but a range of goods, and some of the trends are frightening because of the products ...

Oklahoma enacts anti-BDS legislation - US & Canada

Conference of Presidents welcomes Oklahoma's move to enact a measure to combat the anti-Israel BDS movement.

Samaria Regional Council launches campaign: No to 'half sovereignty' - Inside Israel

Shomron Regional Council embarks on aggressive campaign for Israeli sovereignty, warns against what it calls "half sovereignty."

Nottingham students to strike against 'immoral' rent payments for unused accommodation

The students feel it is 'worth the risk' of legal action

Inspector injured as gun misfires at Telangana police academy

“I was informed by doctors that he was safe and could be discharged from the hospital by night,” VK Singh said.

Michael Pascoe: Earth to Morrison, it’s reality check time

You may not be sure where you are going to, but it helps to know where you’re coming from. Scott Morrison seems to be coming from another time zone.

Media tycoon urges Taiwan government to lower immigration bar for Hongkongers

Jimmy Lai asks Tsai Ing-wen to liberalize Taiwan immigration laws, faces opposition from Taiwanese

Govt considers resuming lockdown amid SOPs violations

Stops clinical trial of hydroxychloroquine as possible cure of coronavirus.

Flooding, locust threats loom over Pakistan, says NDMA chief

“We will try our best to utilise all the resources available in the country to tackle these threats."

Gold: On the verge of losing the $1700 level

Gold pulled back on Tuesday as the risk theme turned positive and equities rose. The price moves lower toward $1700, FXStreet’s analyst Rajan Dhall re

Owner rejects Indian claim of ‘spy’ pigeon’s capture

Yes, this is my pet pigeon as it can never be a spy or a terrorist," says Habibullah.

Xi Jinping tells Chinese military to prepare for war. Is it against India, US or Taiwan?

Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the PLA to prepare for war without specifying who is the enemy. China is currently engaged in intense territorial dispute with India, Taiwan and also the US.

airBaltic turnover expected at EUR 175 million in 2020

The turnover for the Latvian national airline airBaltic could reach EUR 175 million this year, said Martins Gauss, head of the airline, in an interview with Latvian Television on May 27.

Australian police drop probe of reporter, whistleblower

Australian police on Wednesday dropped the investigation of a prominent journalist and government whistleblower over leaked government secrets, ending a case which sparked wide-ranging debate over press freedom in the country.

Federation reform hinges on keeping national cabinet

A plan by Scott Morrison to try and reform Federation may hinge on the state and territory leaders sticking with the national cabinet post-coronavirus.

Galiano Gold: Digging Into The Q1 Results

Galiano Gold reported its Q1 results earlier this month, reporting quarterly gold production at its Asanko Mine JV of 66,300 ounces. While all-in sustaining cos

Man, 25, arrested and charged after teenage girl ‘raped’ near Bothwell Castle

A MAN has been arrested and charged after a teenage girl was allegedly raped in Lanarkshire woodlands. Cops were called in following a report of an alleged sex attack near Bothwell Castle last Wedn…

Schools opening date debate hots up

Discussion ropes in political leaders even as taskforce prepares a report.

Kenya Airways takeover law to be out by August

Assembly team says it is on course to deliver legal framework.

Boy, 9, has leg amputated after hit-and-run by motorcyclist leaves him with life-changing injuries

A NINE-YEAR-OLD boy has had his leg amputated after a hit-and-run at a local park. The youngster suffered the life-changing injury after he was hit by a motorcyclist who allegedly fled the scene in…

Pompeii: Buried by Vesuvius, blighted by coronavirus, ancient Roman city wants to rise again

Pompeii, the ancient Roman city buried in an eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and later unearthed, is ready to rise again from the catastrophe of the coronavirus pandemic.

52,628 vehicles seized in Vijayawada handed over to owners

The police handed over as many as 52,628 vehicles, seized during the lockdown period, to the owners across the State in the last four days. The vehicles were seized for violating the lockdown rules fr

Man booked for violating quarantine norms in Theni

Police found out through the Kavalan app that the 32-year-old had violated home quarantine

Covid-19: how the mining industry is responding

As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, companies have been forced to adjust their practices; we profile some of the mining industry’s responses to the outbreak.

2020: Last year in which 'home' Boks stay strong?

An all home-based Springbok side would still give an overseas Bok XV a major run for its money … but enjoy that likelihood while you still can, warns Rob Houwing.

Police stumble upon huge sand dump in Kadapa

Seven cases registered during raids, four held

Violent thug strangled his ex-partner, threatened to burn her house down and crashed her car... then told police he would infect them with coronavirus

Ryan Renshaw also told police he would spit on them and infect them with coronavirus when he was found hiding in a cupboard in his “drug den” flat

Caution grows in ruling coalition about September start to school year

The revised system had been proposed to allow students to make up for delays in their tuition caused by prolonged school closures during the virus crisis.

Stone railing on historic bridge makes way for drainage channel

A large chunk of the stone railing on the bridge connecting the Moti Darwaza of the Golconda Fort to MD Lines has been brought down by the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation officials to create a

Senegal president's brother tests positive for coronavirus

Aliou Sarr who is the mayor of Guédiawaye is being treated at the Dalal Diamm hospital in Dakar. His wife is also reported to have also tested positive for the virus and is undergoing treatment at th

DRC: Anger over the sacking of president's ally as deputy speaker of parliament

They burnt tyres to protest against the dismissal of a UDPS official, Jean-Marc Kabund, from his post as first vice-president of the assembly by a vote of the deputies.

BJP leader in Punjab booked allegedly for attacking interfaith married couple

The girl alleged in her complaint that Sukhpal Singh Sra instigated her family members who earlier this week assaulted her in-laws

NDDC's 2019 budget padded by NASS with 500 non-existing projects - MD

NDDC's acting MD, Kemebradikumo Pondei, claimed that the agency's budget in 2019 was paddled with about 500 invisible projects by the National Assembly (NASS).

Woman reopens florist business from home - turning garden into floral paradise

She has been inundated with orders.

My brother was billed to become a prof soon —Sibling of murdered UNIJOS lecturer

Chesil Drenkat recounts the events leading to the killing of his brother and University of Jos lecturer, Dr Nandi Drenkat, by gunmen who also abducted his six-year-old daughter, in this interview w...

'America's Got Talent' Investigation Reveals "Culture of Diversity"

Former host Gabrielle Union alleged she experienced racial insensitivity and toxic culture on the NBC unscripted hit.

Collision of galaxies may have spurred our solar system's formation

Collis­ion disrup­ted our galaxy’s steady pace of star format­ion

Coronavirus in Mizoram: 168 churches offer halls to be used as quarantine facility

Of these, 1,940 people are quarantined at government designated facilities, 414 at church halls, 163 placed under home quarantine and seven others are lodged at hotel on their own expense

Pakistan will not stand by and let another Gujarat happen: Qureshi

FM reiter­ates Islama­bad's commit­ment agains­t anti-Muslim sentim­ents in India

BJP’s cynical drive to topple Maharashtra government amidst Covid crisis fits the Amit Shah playbook

Shah built the party only to seek power, no matter how opportunistic the path.

‘Disgruntled’ employee kills three at Phitsanulok radio station

At least three people were killed Wednesday morning at a state radio station in Phitsanulok province when an employee opened fire  Station Director Sanit Butrmangkul and two others died when Vim Sornsood, an engineer there, shot them to death,...

AT&T Won't Stop Lying About 'Fake 5G'

Big wireless carriers haven't been exactly honest when it comes to the looming fifth-generation wireless standard (5G). Eager to...

Malaysia's Axiata to pick two 5G vendors, in move that could curb reliance on Huawei

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Axiata Group Bhd, Malaysia’s third-biggest telecom operator by subscribers, said it would select two equipment suppliers to roll out 5G services, opening the door for the likes of Ericsson to fight it out with dominant player Huawei.

Austerity package of as much as €14bn may be needed to control Covid-19 debt, warns fiscal watchdog Ifac

Spending of billions to support the recovery over the next few years is the right thing to do, but a new government soon after will face “difficult choices” over cuts and tax rises if it is to meet pledges over Sláintecare and housing, the head of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Advisory Council has warned.

Kevin Moran never believed Kerry's golden years could be eclipsed

Dublin great Kevin Moran has revealed his surprise that the current Sky Blues group have managed to eclipse the successful Kerry team of his era, admitting he thought Mick O'Dwyer's team was untouchable.

All air travelers required to wear masks from Wednesday

South Korea on Wednesday started requiring all air travelers to wear face masks to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus. Following a mandate from the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters, as of Wednesday the government is requiring all travelers on domestic and international routes to wear masks. Those without masks will be denied boarding. The measure came as an increasing number of peop...

Cognizant offers voluntary separation package for US staff as Covid hits biz

New Jersey headquartered Cognizant has announced a voluntary separation package (VSP) for its US employees. Due to the slowdown in demand and fewer contracts, the company is shedding the number of employees without active projects.

Do you know desert locusts can travel more than 81 miles per day? Here's all you need to know

If you are wondering what exactly are desert locusts, here's the answer...

Council facing complaints over suspension of grass cutting services

Grass cutting services have been suspended in a Black Country borough sparking complaints from residents.

Sam Boland: Repeal had a hidden cost for volunteers

Two years after the successful campaign to repeal the 8th Amendment, Sam Boland recalls the abuse he and others received from those who opposed the law change.

First-time buyers who'd 'never done DIY' give the 1960s time-warp home they bought 'on a whim' a stunning £50,000 makeover - and now it's worth £65,000 more than they paid

Rosie Potter and Jacob Flurry from Bristol, had no plans to buy until they spotted 1960s Twin Trees. After realising it was still on the market months after they viewed it, they put in a 'cheeky' offer.

Trump's devoted new press secretary is no different from her predecessors

Kayleigh McEnany offered a straight-faced defence of Trump’s wildest conspiracy theories during a Tuesday briefing

PUBG Mobile: How to get free character vouchers in season 13

There are currently only 3 characters in PUBG Mobile, but a new one Andy will be introduced soon.

3 guards murdered in cold blood by unknown assailants

Bizarre incident

Show proof of loggers' RM1b lawsuit, Dr Mahathir tells Kedah MB

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Langkawi lawmaker Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has challenged the Kedah state government to prove that it has been issued with a RM1 billion lawsuit by logging companies after their concessions were revoked by the previous administration In a scathing post on his Facebook page...

KL shares higher at mid-day buying support for glove makers

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session on a high note today, on persistent buying support from the index-linked counters led by glove makers Hartalega and Top Gloves. At 12.30pm, the benchmark FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 13.45 points to 1,450.21 from 1,436.76...

Angry farmers force rethink: Khattar govt softens paddy diversification order

The change in government stand came on the day CM Manohar Lal Khattar met farmers in Kurukshetra to take their feedback on the issue.

Apply coconut oil on your face overnight for great skin

While we are stuck at home with no access to salons and spas for that regular dose of beauty treatment, home remedies are coming to our rescue.

Securing Election Commission’s autonomy

Andhra Pradesh government decision to remove incumbent SEC via ordinance threatens institutional autonomy, falls foul of the Constitution

U.S. deaths from coronavirus surpass 100,000

The U.S. surpassed a jarring milestone Wednesday in the coronavirus pandemic: 100,000 deaths.

MTD Bus Capacity Increases, Face Masks Required

[Since] Friday, Santa Barbara MTD increased the number of passengers allowed on board all MTD buses.

Top-notch crime with plenty to say

Sulari Gentill and Katherine Kovacic both have strong views about the very different societies they write about in their novels.

Import of PMDs, e-bikes will require LTA approval

Open spaces such as courtyards and plazas will be designated as public paths later this year, enabling the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to take enforcement action against errant cyclists and personal mobility device (PMD) users in such areas. And LTA's approval will be...

Police warn of fake text bulletin

Beware of a fake bulletin about people going door to door to subdue residents and rob their homes under the pretence of distributing face masks, the police said yesterday. The false text message, purportedly from the police, claims the people mentioned in the bulletin say...

Court hears law student shot following business dispute between two tyre firms

A law student was shot dead in the street following a business dispute between two rival tyre firms, a court has heard. Innocent passer-by Aya Hachem, 19, was gunned down on a shopping trip near her home in Blackburn, Lancashire. The first of two shots fired from a passing vehicle hit a building, but the second fatally struck the teenager in the chest on the afternoon of May 17. Six people charged with her murder appeared at Preston Crown Court on Wednesday via prison videolink.

Rappler Talk: Johanna Son on how Thailand contained the coronavirus

On Wednesday, May 27, Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug talks to journalist Johanna Son to discuss what other countries can learn from Thailand

Military Hummer Shows Up On eBay For $52,500

The rig includes everything from gun shields, gun mounts, and tools to LED lights, and even a custom stereo system and a reverse camera.

Happy Birthday AbRam: All The Times Shah Rukh Khan's Munchkin Melted Our Heart Into A Little Puddle

And he is 7! AbRam is one of the most popular kids from BTown. He has been winning our hearts with his cuteness since he was born. Here are some pictures that will definitely melt your heart. Take a look.

Answering your vehicle-related queries

Upsized tyresVishal, Mumbai: For my 2017 Honda City, which tyres would be best for city and occasional highway driving: Bridgestone, Michelin or Good Year? Is it advisable to use oversized tyres?You c

Senators claim politics behind maize policy

Lawmakers demand that policy document behind the move be tabled by the ministry

Hezbollah chief rejects US pressure to beef up role of UN peacekeepers

The head of the Lebanese Shiite movement Hezbollah Tuesday rejected a US request to empower a UN peacekeeping force patrolling the border with Israel.

Walmart Goes Full-Throttle on Resale With ThredUp

As part of an ongoing mission for fashion dominance, Walmart enters resale.

India’s weekly unemployment rate continues to be over 24%: CMIE

As on May 25, India’s average unemployment stood at 24.5 per cent, where urban unemployment was at 26.3 per cent and rural at 23.7 per cent.

COVID-19: LUTH Volunteers did not shut operations — Medical Advisory Committee

LUTH Idi-Araba,  has refuted an online publication that its volunteers shut operations over their unpaid emoluments

Maritime workers send palliatives to stranded foreign seafarers on Lagos waters

MARITIME Workers Union of Nigeria, MWUN, has sent food items and other materials to the 18-man foreign crew onboard MT ORYX

SC seeks Centre's response on plea against restrictions on movement in NCR

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought the Centre's response on a plea highlighting restrictions, due to sealing of borders, on movement for permissible activities in the national capital...

Man busted with guns, stolen car and drugs one month after prison release

Ben Schultz, 32, pleaded guilty at the Ballarat Magistrates' Court on Tuesday to eight charges.

Biden calls for 'thorough' federal investigation into killing of black man by Minneapolis police

Former Vice President Joe Biden called for a “thorough” FBI investigation into the killing of George Floyd, a black man who died shortly after his arrest by the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD).

Study shows high prevalence of vaping in U.S. schools

Vaping is most heavily concentrated in U.S. schools with a higher proportion of white students, schools in the South and West, and schools where more students smoke cigarettes, a new University of Michigan study shows.

Trump pushes a conspiracy theory and falsely accuses a TV host of murder | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump smeared a prominent television host today from the podium in the Rose Garden with an unfounded allegation of murder.

Watch the birdie

The golden age of kabootarbaazi in Pakistan isn’t over — another mission from the far side is on the radar

Rajasthan: Man consumes pesticide in suicide attempt near Gehlot’s residence

According to the police, the condition of the man, identified as Chenaram Mali, who hails from Nagaur district, was stated to be stable after cops rushed him to the hospital.

EU Has Bigger Problems to Worry About Than Gridlock Over Brexit

(Bloomberg) — When Boris Johnson boasted last year he’d got “Brexit done,” weary European governments were only too happy to go along with it.

‘AGT’ Recap: An Inspiring Homeless Choir Gets Terry Crews’ Golden Buzzer In The Season 15 Premiere

Voices of Our City Choir receives Terry Crews' Golden Buzzer during the 'AGT' season 15 premiere.

Trump Administration OKs Drilling in California’s Largest Grassland

The Trump administration announced plans to allow oil and gas development on a national monument that is home to endangered species and unspoiled wilderness stashed in between the most populous parts of the state.

26 million LiveJournal accounts being shared on hacker forums

A database containing over 26 million unique LiveJournal user accounts, including plain text passwords, is being shared for free on multiple hacker forums.

CNN's Jeffrey Toobin: Twitter Should Delete Trump's Scarborough Tweets

Jeffrey Toobin advocated for Twitter to censor President Donald Trump's Twitter feed by deleting his tweets about Joe Scarborough.  

Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case delayed as Fairfax lawyers seek to introduce new evidence

Commonwealth again raises national security concerns – prompting judge to express frustration

Pediatricians urge efforts to offset COVID-19 impacts on children from low-income households

The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified the social, educational and health care disparities already plaguing the nearly 40 million Americans the U.S. Census Bureau estimates are living in poverty.

The Switch Version Of Shantae And The Seven Sirens Has Been Delayed In Europe

June is the new May

Take a Feminist Day Tour of Yangon

Whether defying male power structures or helping each other advance, Myanmar’s women have bucked authority or taken matters into their own hands throughout Myanmar’s history – and today To better experience a more feminist version of our...

Amtrak set to cut up to 20% of workforce by October

Amtrak is preparing to cut up to 20% of its workforce in the next fiscal year as the national railroad continues to suffer from a huge decline in ridership...

TikTok revenue surged during the lockdown, setting new record in April

It's become apparent that TikTok is one of the fastest growing apps in the social media space, with China, India, and the US as its primary growth hotspots. According to a new report from SensorTower, the app and its Chinese…

WHO to find results of anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine's safety findings by mid-June

Last month, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) already warned against the usage of the pill outside of a hospital setting, just seven days after it approved an emergency use authorisation for the drug.

After laying waste to Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, desert locust swarms headed towards Delhi; wind pattern uncertain

The locust swarms threaten major damage to foliage and as such, can prove to be extremely detrimental to the capital city, considering that a section of it is under green cover

NYENDE: Why Nick Mwendwa's FKF tenure is destined to end in

In the NTV interview, Mwendwa blamed his woes on politics.

West Virginia mail carrier changed Democratic ballot requests to Republican ones 'as a joke': Prosecutors

A mail carrier in West Virginia has been charged with attempting to defraud an election after authorities say he switched Democratic absentee ballot requests to Republican ones.

Business, unions decide reform is too hard

Big news: nothing will happen! At New Daily:

India firm, won’t step back from areas where Chinese troops have intruded

India News: India will remain firm on the ground in the ongoing troop confrontations in eastern Ladakh where it said China has violated the unresolved boundary an

Deliveroo faces another legal action over an alleged unfair dismissal of deliver rider | ZDNet

The Australian food delivery rider had worked with Deliveroo for three years before his contract was terminated.

Air apparent: Hungarian carrier Wizz targets Gatwick hub to take on Ryanair

Wizz Air is plotting a major expansion at London Gatwick as rival carriers pull back, paving the way for the Hungarian low-cost carrier to emerge from the travel downturn with a bigger presence in the world's busiest city for passenger traffic.

Blackstone risks paying damages in dispute with Italy's RCS

Milan's Arbitral Tribunal has judged that the contracts over the sale of Italy's RCS headquarters to Blackstone in 2013 were valid but found ...

Italy's RCS says it may win damages in dispute with Blackstone after ruling

Milan's Arbitral Tribunal has judged that the contracts over the sale of Italy's RCS headquarters to Blackstone in 2013 were valid but found ...

Brazil coronavirus deaths could surpass 125,000 by August: US study

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ScoMo: No extension to JobKeeper

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Coronavirus update: Air India staff on board Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests positive

According to the District Public Relations Office, the man arrived on May 25 by a domestic flight at the Sahnewal Airport. However, test results of 10 of his co-passengers have come negative

Nursing home hit by 19 staff coronavirus cases given lifeline after new management takeover

A nursing home where 19 staff tested positive for coronavirus and which was ordered to move out residents is to be temporarily taken over by a new company.

Best of Enemies - Mickey Linden: 'No matter where you went he was right up your backside'

In the latest of our ‘Best of Enemies’ series reflecting on some of the GAA's red hot rivalries on the field, former Down star Mickey Linden tells Neil Loughran about the Derry corner-back who didn’t give an inch, a Royal handful and the 'leech' who made life tough at club level... 

Mets’ Marcus Stroman: 2020 MLB season ‘not looking promising’

Mets pitcher Marcus Stroman is losing hope that baseball will be back this summer. “This season is not looking promising,” Stroman tweeted Tuesday after the players union was left disappointed by

Arrests, beatings and dismissals of journalists underline official, corporate arbitrariness: SAMDEN

NEW DELHI, May 26: The South Asia Media Defenders Network (SAMDEN) today cited detention of media professionals in Bangladesh, attacks on journalists in the Punjab, and the dismissal of a pregnant reporter in Assam state as part of a pattern of official and corporate arbitrariness against media in the region.In Bangladesh, SAMDEN noted that the government of Sheikh Hasina Wajed has used the controversial Digital Security Act (DSA), passed in 2018 amid opposition from national, international media and rights groups, to arrest or charge at least 20 journalists over the past month.In one case, a senior journalist vanished in March after a politician from the governing Awami League party filed a criminal defamation case against him. The reporter mysteriously turned up at the India-Bangladesh border nearly two months later and was slapped with three cases under the DSA while senior editor, Matiur Rahman Choudhury of Manabzamin also is accused in the case. SAMDEN underlining the spate of cases against journalists and…

Youth commits suicide

SRINAGAR, May 26: A youth allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself inside his home at Mahrajpora area of north Kashmir’s Sopore town.The deceased was identified as 30 year old Azad Ahmad.As the family members found him hanging, they immediately rushed him to sub-district hospital Sopore where doctors declared him brought dead.An officer while confirming the incident said a case has been registered in police station Sopore.The official added that after post-mortem the body of the deceased was handed over to family for last rites.

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

3 injured in a mysterious blast at Tosamaidan

SRINAGAR, May 26: Three persons were injured in a mysterious blast at Tosamaidan, an old artillery training area of army, in Budgam district today.Officials said a mysterious explosion occurred at Tosamaidian area this afternoon in which three people sustained injuries, one of them critical. "In the incident, three persons suffered injuries and have been taken to nearby primary health centre where the condition of one among them is said to be critical," they said.Reports said a police team reached at the spot and the nature of blast is being ascertained. It may be recalled that Tosamaidan was used by the army as an artillery training area for its men for many years up to 2014 and in May 2018 it was thrown open for public.

India has lowest fatality rate, claims health ministry

NEW DELHI, May 26: The Health Ministry on Tuesday reeled out statistics to claim India is among the countries having the lowest COVID-19 fatality rate but ruled out complete end of the lockdowns since the battle against the dreaded virus has to go on as India won't be immune from it in the near future.Its joint secretary Lav Srivastava told a Press conference here that India's fatality rate has come down from 3% to 2.87% compared to the world's rate of 4%. The average fatality rate per lakh the world over is 4.5 per lakh population while it is 0.3 deaths per lakh in India. At the same time, he said the recovery rate is also improving to 41.61.He factored this success to an early lockdown, social distancing and increase of the health infrastructure. As ICMR director general Balram Bhargav pointed out India had just one lab in Pune for testing but the ramp up resulted in 612 labs testing in more than one shift, 480 of which are the government labs and remaining private.In reply to a question, Dr Bhargav remained…

Auto companies stare at bleak wholesale numbers in May

After zero sales in April, auto companies are going through a dull May.

Can Humanism Survive the Onslaught of Hate?

"In another incidence one worker, who had a differently-abled child, took the bicycle of another person, leaving a touching letter of apology, saying that he was helpless as he has to travel with his children and there is no other means. Many a people reported it as a theft of the bicycle while the owner of the bicycle, Prabhu Dayal took it in a stride."Lately when India is undergoing the massive crisis of the Corona epidemic and the offshoots of its mishandling, we have also seen the pandemic being used to demonise a particular community in India. These hate mongers, operating through powerful medium of TV, and widespread social media which also has resorted to Fake news has intensified the Hate against religious minority. In this vast phenomenon, it seemed that all is lost as far as amity between people of different religions is concerned. Despite this broad generalisation one feels happy when one comes to know of few incidents where religious communities come forward to help each other.The most touching such…

More peacekeeping operations, fewer troops in 2019: Report

The number of multilateral peace operations, both by the UN and others, rose by just one to 61, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

Gastonia venue operator wants clarification regarding reopening for event spaces

A venue operator in Gastonia wants clarification from North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper regarding the reopening of event spaces in the state.

Alabama Secretary of State Shreds CNN Host for Saying Absentee Ballot Voter Fraud Doesn't Exist

Boom.

With quarantine norms revised, Indian returnees must be refunded part of their advance by hotels: Centre

India News: NEW DELHI: Indian returnees from abroad who had paid hotels in advance for their 14-day quarantine stay but can now leave after seven days under revis.

McLaren Group remembers the tragic passing of its brilliant founder

Fifty years after Bruce McLaren's sudden and tragic death in a motoring accident, the company he started remembers its brilliant, fearless leader.

Key Senate Democrat withdraws support from House measure on web browsing data

Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) has pulled his support from an amendment aimed at blocking law enforcement from collecting web browsing history without a warrant after comments made by Rep. Adam Schiff

Animals killed, house damaged in shelling on Poonch LoC

POONCH, May 26: At least half a dozen animals were killed, many houses damaged as Indo Pak armies exchanged heavy gunfire along line of control (LOC) in Poonch on Tuesday.Official sources told many residential houses damaged and a dozen animals were killed after Pakistan army heavy shelled forward posts and civilian areas along line of control (LOC) in Balakote sector on early Tuesday.An army official confirmed to said Pakistan initiated the unprovoked ceasefire violation by targeting Balakote area in Mendhar sector in Poonch district, drawing befitting response from the Indian army.A dozen domestic animals in forward Sohala village were killed in the Balakot sector. A team, including officials from the revenue, veterinary, health departments headed by the tehsildar, was rushed to the forward areas to assess the losses,” said Sahil Jandyal, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) He said in the shelling many residential house were also damaged.

Guinness crowns record-holders of isolation as legendary list grows

Usain Bolt ran the 100 meters in 9.58 seconds. Dr. Vikas Saini recently put on 10 socks in an official time of 9.23.

Catholic churches in Brooklyn and Queens reopen with social-distancing measures

Catholic churches in Brooklyn and Queens shuttered for months due to the coronavirus outbreak reopened on Tuesday with some changes — including social-distancing signage and mandatory

Cop forged victims' statements so he didn't have to waste his time

Policeman who faked documents to end criminal investigations he didn't think were worth bothering with has been ordered to do community work.

Countries ease coronavirus lockdown after months of lockdown

Iran cafes are on after 2 months, whereas, Sri Lanka relaxes COVID-19 curfew in Colombo and Bethlehem Nativity Church reopens

Adrian Peterson Wasn’t Happy With 1 Move Redskins Made This Offseason

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson wasn't happy with one offseason move the team made. Here's what.

Mumbai Crime: As watchman, cleaners of building nod off, thief makes off with their mobiles

Kids may not always grow out of being picky eaters: Study

Parents and caregivers, read this carefully. Researchers have found that not all children grow out of being 'picky eaters' and parents' efforts to change the habit may make it worse.

FPJ Edit: Heatwave and coronavirus

Man murdered in Aarey, four detained

Radical steps for protection of migrant labour; best way to push demand and employment opportunities

Our capitalist-feudal system views labour as a factor of production and not human beings.

Coronavirus Update: Mumbai Fire brigade sets up quarantine facility for its frontline staff

Avoid complete shutdown, circulate shops numbers: HC tells authorities

Bhima Koregaon case: Activist Gautam Navlakha shifted from Tihar to Taloja jail

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Sessions court principal judge suggests that courts work at 25% capacity from June 1

FPJ Edit: A chaotic reopening of the skies

Woman with walker awarded $55K after B.C. RCMP officer 'assaulted and battered' her

A B.C. woman who uses a walker for mobility has been awarded $55,000 in damages after a judge determined she was "falsely arrested, falsely imprisoned, assaulted and battered" by an RCMP officer in the province's north.

In morgues and shipping containers, Ecuadorians search for lost dead

GUAYAQUIL/QUITO, Ecuador (Reuters) - Dolores Centeno has scoured the morgues and cemeteries of Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city, for two months searching for her father’s body.

How Kutesa plotted Kavuya family return

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Mesa PD: Impairment suspected in fatal crash near Greenfield Road and Loop 202

Police say one of the occupants was able to free himself, but other three had to be extricated by firefighters.

Industrial land ready in Maharashtra for business operations: Subash Desai

The Maharashtra government has kept ready 40,000 acres of industrial land along with all amenities, including road connectivity, for companies to come in and start their business operations, State In

Modi govt denying people benefit of low oil prices; no other nation doing so: Moily

When nations around the world have passed on the benefit of plunging oil prices to consumers, the Modi government has irrationally kept petrol and diesel prices at levels prevalent when crude prices had touched an all-time high of USD 107 few years back, former petroleum minister M Veerappa Moily said Tuesday.

Woman dies after being struck by lightning in Skopelos

A 50-year-old woman was killed after being struck by lightning during a storm on the island of Skopelos on Tuesday, police said.

Mesa Public Schools weighing three options for reopening schools in August

The state is set to release its recommendations for reopening schools June 1 but districts are not waiting to come up with their contingency plans.

Mumbai Crime: 22-year-old youth becomes victim of 'sextortion'

On May 19, a 22-year-old youth residing in south Mumbai was mortified when his mother came to him after she received a sexually explicit video of her son on one of her social media accounts.

Police chief kills toddler and grandmother in crash, allegedly while drunk driving

A chief of a police sub-precinct in Rembang, Central Java is under investigation for a car crash that killed a toddler and her grandmother, with witnesses of the incident saying that the cop seemed to be driving under the influence of alcohol at the...

Top executives of Exim Bank 'threatened', National Bank director, brother charged

A National Bank director and his brother have been accused of threatening two top executives of Exim Bank with death.

Illicit drug trade thrives in Bangladesh amid coronavirus pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has stopped the world in its tracks, but drug traders in Bangladesh enjoy a booming business.

Covid supports to continue beyond 8 June - Taoiseach

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said the Government is not considering cutting the €350 a week Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP) for someone who was working full time on minimum wage before the Covid-19 emergency.

US Treasury pressure leads to new probe of African Development Bank chief

Adesina has been accused of handing contracts to acquaintances and appointing relatives to strategic positions.

Pies coach backs De Goey ahead of court date for driving charges

Collingwood star Jordan De Goey is set to face the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court after allegedly being caught driving while suspended and using his phone while driving.

KPL players welcome government’s plan to cushion them

Most vulnerable players from the KWPL will also benefit from the programme.

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Time QLD opened up

The Queensland government is reviewing its border restrictions on a monthly basis, as it faces growing pressure to relax the ban on interstate travellers. However, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says the state will not re-open its borders until no new coronavirus infections have been recorded in New South Wales and Victoria for 28 days. They are the only states with open borders at present.

Will work ever be the same again?

Three CEOs present scenarios that overturn widely accepted notions about working and the corporate workplace

Mascot Tower owners sue neighbours for structural defects

In June last year, Sydney’s 132-apartment Mascot Tower was evacuated after large cracks were discovered.

Argentina based Fintech Ohana to Launch Digital Wallet to Help Locals Pay for Daily Services via QR Codes, Send Money, Settle Taxes

Argentina-based Fintech firm Ohana (which means “family” in Hawaiian) has revealed that its digital wallet will allow users to pay for everyday goods and se

Experts seek review, sustainability measures as airports reopen Friday

Aviation stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to constitute a committee to review the aviation sector and its sustainability

Ranveer Singh had THIS to say to his father who scolded him for spending money on flowers for Deepika Padukone

Talking about the time when he was busy wooing his ladylove Deepika, Ranveer recalled that he would buy lots of flowers for her. He told his father th

T-Mobile now supports cross-carrier RCS messaging

Now we wait on Verizon and AT&T.

Elvis Presley's used, sparkly, 'sexually potent' jockstrap on sale for nearly $60,000

The collector says the "Elvis magic" will "work wonders" for the wearer.

Nottingham Forest, Leeds United and West Brom set to learn major EFL update today

Today's EFL members meeting is expected to be followed by an official statement from chief Rick Parry.

Winnipeg youth sentenced for violent attack, judge wonders if people feel safe

WINNIPEG — A Winnipeg boy has been handed the maximum youth sentence for a violent attack and robbery of women at a Winnipeg mall.

Democrats' big-city dominance leaves GOP with few alternatives to move Trump convention

President Trump’s threat to move the Republican convention could run headlong into the same political and logistical stumbling blocks motivating the GOP to consider yanking the event from Charlotte, North Carolina — Democratic elected officials.

‘Call taxis ready to install fiber glass partition and ply’

The association said about 25,000 drivers have been struggling to make ends meet owing to the lockdown.

Use of cloud collaboration tools surges and so do attacks

Some industries have seen increases in cloud-related threat events rise as much as 1,350% since the COVID-19 crisis began.

Gas leak: SC allows LG Polymers to send 30 staffs to maintain safety at its sealed Vizag plant

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed LG Polymers India Ltd to send its 30 employees to maintain 'round the clock safety measures' at its sealed plant in Visakhapatnam where the gas leak...

Kano speaks as viral video shows isolation alleged to be with patients empty + video

There had been reports that the isolation centre had become operational, with patients admitted, according to the author of the video

How 32-year-old traveled from Turkana to Eastleigh and back despite lockdown, roadblocks

The refugee has since tested positive for Coronavirus

Have you seen alleged driving offender Thomasina?

Thomasina Aitken wanted on police warrant.

Police brutalise, detain Lagos officials during enforcement

Samson Folarin Some riot policemen serving as security operatives on the site of an ongoing building construction on Olumide Madariola Street, Sea Side Estate, Badore Ajah, Lagos, have allegedly a...

Technical glitch shuts down MACC Twitter account

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today denied that it had shut down its official Twitter account, explaining that the missing account is due to a “technical issue”. In a brief statement today, MACC said it had already notified Twitter of this issue...

Humanitarian, former beauty queen Deborah Henry urges Malaysians not to fear refugee communities

PETALING JAYA, May 27 — People fear what they do not know. And that’s the problem that refugee communities in Malaysia face on a daily basis. Beauty queen and humanitarian Deborah Priya Henry told Malay Mail that it is mainly because of the anxiety some Malaysians feel about refugee...

Elon Musk and Grimes say they’ve changed son’s name from ‘X Æ A-12’ to ‘X Æ A-Xii’

Grimes on Sunday revealed the change on Instagram when a user asked her if they changed their son’s name due to California state laws

Going Viral: Day 59 in COVID-19 lockdown

This is what it's like in lockdown in Ireland

Coronavirus in Ballarat: Parents confused over playgrounds reopening

People were spotted using the new outdoor gym equipment on Wednesday morning

Chief Minister: No 30% rise for key workers

KEY workers employed by the government will not get a 30% pay rise during the pandemic, the Chief Minister has said, after a petition calling for the move gathered more than 1,000 signatures.

We’re Very Sorry To Report That Japan Won’t Be Paying For You To Visit After All

Sad face.

The Alternate Universe: Mets at Phillies 5-26-20

We’re all depressed about what’s going on in the world regarding the COVID-19 outbreak, and baseball has become collateral damage. We all need to escape, and now you can read this blog in the alter…

Santa Clara health officer suggests California is reopening too soon

Cody said she wants to reopen Santa Clara County — but only when safe to do so.

Easy-Kine Cooking: You can’t beat a homemade French fry | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

One dish universally loved by all is the french fry. Although it may seem difficult to make, this three-ingredient recipe is easy to fry at home.

Covid is a ripe opportunity to strengthen the public health and social security system

It is not yet too late for India’s response to COVID-19 to recalibrate so that it serves community health and the public good in just this manner.

Cyclone Amphan damages crop, vegetable prices shoot up

Cyclone Amphan has damaged vegetables across South Bengal. Farmers lost 80 to 90 per cent of crop as fields were flooded.

To reinstall trust of diaspora in government as effective rescuer, a Citizen Evacuation Policy is needed

When the central government finally decided to offer a helping hand, it opted to launch a paid repatriation mission rather than an evacuation mission (which is free of cost for the evacuee). Is this the time to extract a pound of flesh from disheartened, disappointed and fatigued Indians?

West Bengal: Govt says power supply back in 94 out of 103 towns hit by Amphan, protests thin out

Home Secretary Alapan Bandyopadhyay said electricity had been restored in 94 of the 103 municipal towns affected by the cyclone, while telecommunication services were back in 85 per cent of such areas.

adidas UltraBOOST 20 Appears in Festive White, Red and Blue

And features a sustainable PRIMEBLUE build.

Explained: Why Dominic Cummings, UK PM’s chief adviser, is under fire

Cummings was accused of violating lockdown rules in the UK when it was revealed that he drove approximately 419 kms, from London to County Durham, after his wife developed Covid-19 symptoms.

‘Poor internet, no study material’: Survey finds DU open-book exam is not feasible for many

The university has been closed since mid-March, and earlier this month, the administration announced its proposal to conduct OBEs for its final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students in July.

National's new agriculture spokesperson David Bennett accuses Government of using farmers to just 'pay the bills'

David Bennett took over the position of spokesperson after Todd Muller became the party's new leader.

Qatar tracing app flaw exposed 1M users' data – Amnesty International

Data exposed in the flaw includes users' ID numbers, location and infection status, vulnerable to hackers

California Assembly Members Blast Governor’s Budget Proposal

United by disdain for the wholesale cuts plotted in the next budget, a bipartisan mix of California lawmakers on Tuesday ripped Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan to plug the state’s estimated $54 billion pandemic-induced shortfall.

Sony Xperia 1 II to be available in the US for $1,199 from July 24

Sony’s latest flagship smartphone which goes by the name Sony Xperia 1 II (pronounced as Mark Two), will be available for purchase in the United States from 24th July carrying a massive price tag of $1,199. Along with that, the company has also confirmed that the device will be up for pre-orders from 1st June. …

Centre clear air, says educational institutions not allowed to open yet

Govt rejects media reports that the Home Ministry has permitted all states to open schools

Elgaar Parishad case: Navlakha moved to Mumbai from Tihar jail, family says not informed

Navlakha’s lawyers said they should have been informed and given an opportunity to be heard before shifting him to Mumbai, especially since his interim bail plea will be heard on Wednesday by the Delhi High Court.

USD/INR Price Analysis: Indian Rupee consolidating in a narrowing price range

USD/INR fell by 0.38% on Tuesday, keeping intact a four-week-long narrowing price range represented by trendlines connecting April 30 and May 12 lows

Japan’s new stimulus package to be JPY117.1 trillion – Bloomberg

Citing a document outline the additional stimulus budget, Bloomberg reports that Japan’s new package is likely to be JPY117.1 trillion. more to come .

India could lose 2021 T20 World Cup hosting rights as BCCI fails to secure tax exemption

The 2021 T20 World Cup is scheduled to be held in India between October-November as the official replacement for the ICC Champions Trophy next year.

Lockdown 4.0: After May 31, states to have own curbs lists

India News: After the end of Lockdown 4.0 on May 31, the Centre may leave it to the states and Union territories to decide on future restrictions, to be imposed i

Give Ceasefire a Chance

At the end of April, the United Nations Assistance Mission (UNAMA) reported that

Gran brutally attacked by colleague at wake reveals 'nightmare' of facing him at work

Elizabeth Richardson tells how the horrific assault at the hands of Grant Rankin left her suffering from depression and anxiety.

Round-up | Restrictions continue in Kashmir

Restrictions continue in Kashmir | In wake of COVID-19 lockdown, the restrictions on public movement and assembly continued in Kashmir even as no major law and order problem was reported

New Age Leadership

Since the dawn of human civilization, history has witnessed countless rulers and iconic leaders all across the world. While some like George Washington,

NC condoles demise of GM Mir

National Conference President, Farooq Abdullah and Vice President, Omar Abdullah on Tuesday condoles the demise of former block President Anantnag, Ghulam

Student critical after blast in former artillery range Tosamaidan

A class-9 student was critically injured when a littered shell exploded in Tosamaidan area of Budgam in Central Kashmir on Tuesday. The boy has been

Govt allows 120 Kashmiri prisoners to call home on Eid

As a “special Eid gesture,’ the Government of India allowed around 120 Kashmiri prisoners lodged in jails outside J&K to make calls to their homes on

Aga syed demands evacuation of stranded pilgrims from Iran

President J&K Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian Hujatul Islam Wal-Muslimeen, Aga Syed Hassan Almosvi Alsafvi on Tuesday demanded immediate evacuation of Kashmiri

Heparin resistance among COVID-19 patients admitted to ICU

A new study has shown that COVID-19 patients admitted to the Intensive care unit may be resistant to the naturally occurring anticoagulant Heparin. The study titled, “Heparin resistance in COVID‑19 patients in the intensive care unit,” was published in the latest issue of the Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis.

15 flights arrive at Srinagar Airport in 2 days

As the passenger air traffic resumed on Monday two months after it was snapped following outbreak of covid19 in the country, fifteen flights with 1453

NC condemns assault on cardiologist

National Conference on Tuesday expressed shock and concern over alleged harassment, assault and detention of senior interventional cardiologist,  Dr Syed

Editorial | Imposing Lockdown!

Imposing Lockdown! | This is now the most familiar word through out the world - Lockdown. There are hardly a few things that travel so swiftly through all human societies and

No let up in disinformation campaign on J&K: Lone

National Conference MP from Baramulla, Muhammad Akbar Lone on Tuesday criticized the statement of Union Minister of state, Jitendra Singh on new domicile

73 labourers from Poonch, Ramban stranded in Nepal

At least 73 labourers from Poonch and Ramban districts are stranded in Nepal for the last more than two months. These labourers accused the government of

‘Russia passed COVID-19 peak’, says Putin; Orders World War II victory parade next month

After peaking in mid-May at more than 11,000 new cases per day, the number of daily infections has dropped below 9,000.

This Morning's Ruth Langsford insists she hasn't broken lockdown

Ruth admitted she's 'annoyed' by accusations.

Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52 million deal

Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52-million deal

Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

TORONTO — Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

TORONTO — Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

TORONTO — Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52 million deal

Torstar Corp. says it has agreed to be sold to NordStar Capital for $52 million.

NordStar Capital buys Torstar Corp. for $52-million

Transaction was recommended by a special committee of media company’s board of directors

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Increases Holdings in Verisign, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSN)

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. lifted its position in shares of Verisign, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSN) by 9.9% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 10,095 shares of the information services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 906 shares during the quarter. PNC […]

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Boosts Position in Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO)

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. increased its position in Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO) by 10.7% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 26,951 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after purchasing an additional 2,610 shares during […]

iShares Europe ETF (NYSEARCA:IEV) Shares Sold by PNC Financial Services Group Inc.

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. lowered its position in shares of iShares Europe ETF (NYSEARCA:IEV) by 41.6% in the first quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 51,795 shares of the company’s stock after selling 36,838 shares during the quarter. PNC Financial Services […]

First Trust Dorsey Wright Focus 5 ETF (NASDAQ:FV) Shares Sold by PNC Financial Services Group Inc.

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. reduced its holdings in shares of First Trust Dorsey Wright Focus 5 ETF (NASDAQ:FV) by 14.8% in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 64,393 shares of the company’s stock after selling 11,224 shares during the quarter. […]

SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPSC) Shares Sold by Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank

Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank trimmed its position in shares of SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPSC) by 15.5% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 5,050 shares of the software maker’s stock after selling 927 shares during the period. Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank’s holdings […]

Five9 Inc (NASDAQ:FIVN) Shares Purchased by Swiss National Bank

Swiss National Bank boosted its holdings in Five9 Inc (NASDAQ:FIVN) by 2.1% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 118,500 shares of the software maker’s stock after acquiring an additional 2,400 shares during the quarter. Swiss National Bank owned […]

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Has $2.22 Million Stock Position in iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (BATS:EZU)

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. decreased its stake in iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (BATS:EZU) by 21.2% in the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 72,893 shares of the company’s stock after selling 19,604 shares during the quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc.’s holdings in […]

AMN Healthcare Services, Inc. (NYSE:AMN) Shares Sold by PNC Financial Services Group Inc.

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. cut its stake in shares of AMN Healthcare Services, Inc. (NYSE:AMN) by 6.3% in the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm owned 38,629 shares of the company’s stock after selling 2,617 shares during the period. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. owned about 0.08% […]

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Raises Stake in Rio Tinto plc ADR (NYSE:RIO)

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. lifted its position in shares of Rio Tinto plc ADR (NYSE:RIO) by 9.5% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 45,286 shares of the mining company’s stock after purchasing an additional 3,938 shares during the quarter. PNC Financial Services Group […]

Russell Investments Group Ltd. Sells 40,321 Shares of AMN Healthcare Services, Inc. (NYSE:AMN)

Russell Investments Group Ltd. reduced its holdings in AMN Healthcare Services, Inc. (NYSE:AMN) by 36.7% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 69,520 shares of the company’s stock after selling 40,321 shares during the period. Russell Investments Group Ltd. owned approximately 0.15% […]

Rhumbline Advisers Purchases 7,594 Shares of Meritage Homes Corp (NYSE:MTH)

Rhumbline Advisers lifted its position in shares of Meritage Homes Corp (NYSE:MTH) by 6.0% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 134,215 shares of the construction company’s stock after purchasing an additional 7,594 shares during the period. Rhumbline Advisers owned […]

Mackay Shields LLC Takes $956,000 Position in Turning Point Therapeutics (NASDAQ:TPTX)

Mackay Shields LLC purchased a new stake in Turning Point Therapeutics (NASDAQ:TPTX) during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm purchased 21,400 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $956,000. Other large investors have also recently added to or […]

Russell Investments Group Ltd. Purchases 14,252 Shares of SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPSC)

Russell Investments Group Ltd. boosted its position in SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPSC) by 18.7% in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 90,380 shares of the software maker’s stock after purchasing an additional 14,252 shares during the period. Russell Investments […]

Swiss National Bank Grows Position in Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPR)

Swiss National Bank lifted its holdings in shares of Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPR) by 23.2% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 401,831 shares of the aerospace company’s stock after buying an additional 75,600 shares during the period. Swiss […]

Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (NYSE:HE) Holdings Boosted by Swiss National Bank

Swiss National Bank boosted its holdings in Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (NYSE:HE) by 1.2% during the first quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 211,300 shares of the utilities provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 2,600 shares during the period. Swiss National Bank owned […]

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Has $1.75 Million Position in UGI Corp (NYSE:UGI)

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. lessened its stake in UGI Corp (NYSE:UGI) by 10.4% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 65,435 shares of the utilities provider’s stock after selling 7,588 shares during the quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc.’s holdings in UGI […]

IndexIQ Advisors LLC Trims Stock Position in Catchmark Timber Trust Inc (NYSE:CTT)

IndexIQ Advisors LLC cut its holdings in shares of Catchmark Timber Trust Inc (NYSE:CTT) by 6.7% in the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 24,717 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 1,785 shares during the period. IndexIQ Advisors LLC owned […]

Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Buys Shares of 6,823 Cimpress NV (NASDAQ:CMPR)

Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. bought a new stake in shares of Cimpress NV (NASDAQ:CMPR) in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund bought 6,823 shares of the business services provider’s stock, valued at approximately $363,000. Several other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of […]

Russell Investments Group Ltd. Sells 9,634 Shares of First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:FR)

Russell Investments Group Ltd. cut its stake in shares of First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:FR) by 7.1% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm owned 126,555 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock after selling 9,634 shares during the quarter. Russell Investments […]

ETRADE Capital Management LLC Boosts Stake in Heico Corp (NYSE:HEI)

ETRADE Capital Management LLC boosted its holdings in Heico Corp (NYSE:HEI) by 19.2% in the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 4,020 shares of the aerospace company’s stock after buying an additional 647 shares during the period. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s holdings in Heico were worth […]

Etsy Inc (NASDAQ:ETSY) Shares Sold by Swiss National Bank

Swiss National Bank lessened its holdings in Etsy Inc (NASDAQ:ETSY) by 0.3% during the 1st quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The institutional investor owned 229,800 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock after selling 800 shares during the period. Swiss National Bank’s holdings in Etsy were worth $8,834,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities […]

Swiss National Bank Acquires 2,800 Shares of Aecom (NYSE:ACM)

Swiss National Bank raised its holdings in shares of Aecom (NYSE:ACM) by 0.9% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The firm owned 304,680 shares of the construction company’s stock after buying an additional 2,800 shares during the period. Swiss National Bank’s holdings in Aecom were worth $9,095,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. A […]

Bank of New York Mellon Corp Has $28.14 Million Stake in Twist Bioscience Corp (NASDAQ:TWST)

Bank of New York Mellon Corp raised its holdings in Twist Bioscience Corp (NASDAQ:TWST) by 1,085.9% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The institutional investor owned 920,144 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 842,556 shares during the period. Bank of New York Mellon Corp’s holdings in Twist Bioscience were worth $28,139,000 as […]

Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong’s future

WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump yesterday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a “very interesting” US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion,...

Donald Trump promises a 'very interesting' response to China's proposed crackdown on Hong Kong

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a "very interesting" US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign

Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 26) warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if ...

US President Donald Trump warns that Hong Kong risks losing its special status as a financial hub

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial center if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a "very interesting" US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign

Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future

WASHINGTON, DC: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 26) warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a ...

Hong Kong 'hard to see' as finance hub if China takes over: White House

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump is "displeased" with China's proposed crackdown in Hong Kong and has doubts over the territory's future as ...

Global stocks are mixed after Trump promised 'interesting' action against China, while Europe awaits a huge new stimulus package, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Trump warned Hong Kong was at risk of losing its status as a global financial centre if China's proposed national security law goes ahead as planned.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Global stocks are mixed after Trump promised ‘interesting’ action against China, while Europe awaits a huge new stimulus package

Global stocks were mixed Wednesday after US President Trump promised “interesting” action on China’s proposed crackdown on Hong Kong by the end of the week, and as European investors wait anxiously for the announcement of a new stimulus package from the European Commission.

Trump says he will announce 'very interesting' reaction on Hong Kong tensions

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 26) he will give a "very interesting" response within days to China's threat to tighten ...

Trump says will announce reaction on Hong Kong tensions within days

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 26) he will give a "very interesting" response within days to China's threat to ...

Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future

Trump promises a 'very interesting' US response within days

BMO reports Q2 profit down from year ago as provisions for credit losses rise

BMO Financial Group reported a second-quarter profit of $689 million, down from $1.5 billion a year ago, as it increased the amount set aside for bad loans due to the pandemic.

BMO reports Q2 profit down from year ago as provisions for credit losses rise

TORONTO — BMO Financial Group reported a second-quarter profit of $689 million, down from $1.5 billion a year ago, as it increased the amount set aside for bad loans due to the pandemic.

RBC profit falls 54 per cent

A massive increase in provisions for bad loans due to the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in Royal Bank of Canada reporting a 54 per cent decline in its second-quarter profit.

RBC profit falls 54% as loan-loss provisions spike amid COVID-19 pandemic

Canada’s biggest bank set aside $2.83-billion in provisions for credit losses, up 558 per cent from $426-million a year ago

BMO profits slide

BMO Financial Group reported a second-quarter profit of $689 million, down from $1.5 billion a year ago, as it increased the amount set aside for bad loans due to the pandemic.

Royal Bank Q2 profit cut to $1.48 billion compared with $3.23 billion a year ago

TORONTO — Royal Bank of Canada saw its second-quarter profit cut to less than half what it was a year ago as the amount it set aside for bad loans soared due to the pandemic. The bank says it earned $1.48 billion or $1.

BMO, RBC Q2 profit down from a year ago as provisions for credit losses soar

Bank of Montreal and Royal Bank of Canada both revealed Wednesday that their second-quarter profits had fallen from a year ago amid surges in their provisions for credit losses -- money set aside to account for unpaid or 'bad' loans.

Royal Bank Q2 profit cut to $1.48 billion compared with $3.23 billion a year ago

A massive increase in provisions for bad loans due to the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in Royal Bank of Canada reporting a 54 per cent decline in its second-quarter profit.

Bank of Montreal profit slumps more than 50% as credit losses loom

Bank of Montreal set aside $1.12-billion for future loan losses, up sharply from $176-million a year earlier

The Daily Chase: RBC, BMO Q2 profits sink; Huawei CFO hearing

Royal Bank Canada and Bank of Montreal saw their profits cut in half in the fiscal second quarter, and missed expectations in the process, as provisions for credit losses ballooned at both institutions.

Royal Bank: Fiscal 2Q Earnings Snapshot

TORONTO (AP) _ Royal Bank Of Canada (RY) on Wednesday reported fiscal second-quarter earnings of $1.11 billion. The bank, based in Toronto, said it had earnings of 74 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were 77 cents per share. The results did not meet Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of four analysts …

Dabur Q4 results: Profit declines 14% YoY to Rs 319 crore, misses estimates

Revenue from operations for the quarter fell to Rs 1,865.36 crore from Rs 2,128.19 crore in the year-ago quarter.

Japan eyes fresh US$1.1t stimulus to combat pandemic pain

TOKYO, May 27 — Japan will compile a fresh stimulus package worth US$1.1 trillion (RM4.8 trillion) that will include a sizable amount of direct spending to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic, a draft of the budget obtained by Reuters showed today. The stimulus, which will be...

Japan eyes fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

Japan will compile a fresh stimulus package worth $1.1 trillion that will include a sizable amount of direct spending to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic, a draft of the budget obtained by Reuters showed on Wednesday. The stimulus, which will be funded partly by a second extra

Japan eyes fresh $1.1t stimulus to combat pandemic pain

The stimulus, which will be funded partly by a second extra budget, will be on top of a $1.1 trillion package already rolled out last month.

Japan PM vows to back corporate financing with second extra budget

TOKYO: Japan's government will provide 140 trillion yen (US$1.3 trillion) to back financing of Japanese firms hit by the economic fallout from the ...

Japan's new budget to include US$302b in direct spending, reports Mainichi

TOKYO, May 27 — Japan's government plans to include US$302 billion (RM1.32 trillion) in direct spending under a second extra budget to be compiled today, to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic, the Mainichi newspaper reported. The 32.5 trillion yen (RM1.32 trillion) in...

Japan approves fresh $1.1-trillion stimulus to combat economic impact of coronavirus

The record stimulus of 117 trillion yen, which will be funded partly by a second extra budget, followed another 117 trillion yen package rolled out last month

Japan eyes fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

TOKYO — Japan will compile a new $1.1 trillion stimulus package that includes significant direct spending, to stop the coronavirus pandemic pushing the world’s third-largest economy deeper into recession, a budget draft seen by Reuters showed on Wednesday.

Japan approves fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat coronavirus pain

The record stimulus of 117 trillion yen, which will be funded partly by a second extra budget, followed another 117 trillion yen package rolled out last month.

Factbox: Key spending in Japan's second stimulus package of $1.1 trillion

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan’s cabinet approved on Wednesday a fresh stimulus package worth $1.1 trillion, among the world’s largest fiscal plans to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic.

Japan eyes fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

To fund the costs, Japan will issue an additional 31.9 trillion yen in government bonds under the second supplementary budget for the current fiscal year ending in March 2021, according to the draft.

Fortitude Budget: Singapore to tap $31b more from reserves to fund support measures

Singapore will draw another $31 billion from its reserves to fund a fourth package of measures to cushion people and the economy from the coronavirus pandemic. The second draw in the span of two months reflects the impact Covid-19 has had on Singapore's open economy as...

Crude oil futures up 0.62%, WTI trades above $34 a barrel

In the futures market, crude oil for June delivery touched an intraday high of Rs 2,606 and an intraday low of Rs 2,544 per barrel on MCX.

Gold hits 2-week low on optimism around reopening of economies

Spot gold dipped 0.3% to $1,705.94 per ounce by 0502 GMT, after hitting its lowest level since May 13 of $1,703.40 earlier in the session. US gold futures were down 0.6% to $1,695.80.

Natural gas futures up 0.54% in evening trade

In the futures market, natural gas for June delivery touched an intraday high of Rs 150,30 and an intraday low of Rs 146.80 per mmBtu on MCX.

Gold prices hit two-week low on optimism around reopening of economies; US-China tensions temper losses

Gold prices touched a two-week low on Wednesday due to optimism around the reopening of several economies, but increasing Sino-US frictions over Beijing’s proposed security law for Hong Kong tempered losses

Gold prices hit 2-week low on reopening optimism

US gold futures were down 0.5 per cent to $1,697.60.

Gold prices hit two-week low on optimism around reopening of economies

Spot gold dipped 0.3 per cent to $1,705.94 per ounce by 0502 GMT, after hitting its lowest level since May 13

Nickel futures slide on tepid demand

On the Multi Commodity Exchange, nickel contracts for May delivery traded down by Rs 8.50, or 0.92 percent, to Rs 920.40 per kg with a business turnover of 29 lots.

Silver futures dip 0.44% in afternoon trade

In the futures market, silver for July delivery touched an intraday high of Rs 47,847 and a low of Rs 47,370 per kg.

Zinc futures down on muted demand

On the Multi Commodity Exchange, zinc for delivery in May declined by Rs 2.80, or 1.74 percent, to Rs 158.05 per kg in a business turnover of 1,513 lots.

Supermarkets see fastest sales jump in 26 years with online orders soaring

Kantar found that sales jumped 14.3% in the 12 weeks to May 17 in grocers, including the period of lockdown when restaurants, bars and pubs shut.

Supermarkets see fastest sales jump in 26 years with online orders soaring

Kantar found that sales jumped 14.3% in the 12 weeks to May 17 in grocers, including the period of lockdown when restaurants, bars and pubs shut.

Supermarkets see fastest sales jump in 26 years with online orders soaring

Kantar found that sales jumped 14.3% in the 12 weeks to May 17 in grocers, including the period of lockdown when restaurants, bars and pubs shut.

Halfords to reopen 53 stores to cope with cycling demand and car repairs

The high street retailer has been allowed to trade throughout lockdown, but chose to close stores to the public to protect staff.

Halfords to reopen 53 stores to cope with cycling demand and car repairs

The high street retailer has been allowed to trade throughout lockdown, but chose to close stores to the public to protect staff.

Halfords to reopen 53 stores to cope with cycling demand and car repairs

The high street retailer has been allowed to trade throughout lockdown, but chose to close stores to the public to protect staff.

The DOJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash

The Department of Justice is dropping its investigation into three US senators accused of insider trading over stock sales made after they received closed-door briefings on the novel coronavirus.

The DoJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash

Senators Loeffler, Inhofe, and Feinstein sold stock earlier this year — but said the move was made by money managers without their direct involvement.

The DoJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash

Senators Loeffler, Inhofe, and Feinstein sold stock earlier this year — but said the move was made by money managers without their direct involvement.

The DOJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Sens. Kelly Loeffler, James Inhofe, and Dianne Feinstein have said money managers sold the stock without their direct involvement.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

U.S. DOJ closing insider trading probes into three senators: WSJ

(Reuters) - The U.S. Department of Justice is closing probes into three U.S. senators over stock trades made shortly before the coronavirus market turmoil, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

US DOJ closing insider trading probes into three senators, reports WSJ

WASHINGTON, May 27 — The US Department of Justice is closing probes into three US senators over stock trades made shortly before the coronavirus market turmoil, the Wall Street Journal reported yesterday, citing people familiar with the matter. The three senators include Republicans Kelly...

Inhofe says Justice Department has cleared him in stock sale inquiry

The U.S. Justice Department has cleared U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe of wrongdoing in the sale of stocks in five companies after a briefing about the spread of the coronavirus, Inhofe said Tuesday. Inhofe was among four senators whose stock trades were questioned because they followed a Jan. 24 briefing to senators about the pandemic’s imminent spread to the United States. “As I’ve said all along, I wasn’t even at the briefing and do not make my own stock trades,” the Oklahoma Republican said Tuesday. “I did nothing wrong, and I’m pleased the Justice Department has exonerated me.” The senator, whose stock trades have for years been handled by a portfolio manager, filed a report with the Senate showing that he

US closes probes into 3 senators over their stock trades

Sens. Dianne Feinstein of California, Kelly Loeffler of Georgia and Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma have been informed that the Justice Department has closed investigations into their stock trades.

Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD bears pause around two-week low above $1,700

Gold consolidates losses near the lowest since May 13 while taking rounds to $1,711/12 amid the early Asian session on Wednesday. The bullion dropped

EUR/USD Price Analysis: Upside momentum fades below 1.1000

EUR/USD retreats from 1.0996 to currently around 1.0972, down on 0.09% a day, during Wednesday’s Asian session. The pair’s recent pullback takes clues

USD/CHF Price Analysis: Bullish Doji on H4 favors recovery above 0.9650

USD/CHF portrays gradual recovery from the intraday low while taking the bids near 0.9670, up 0.13% on a day, during the pre-European session on Wednesday.

USD/CAD Price Analysis: Clings to 100-day EMA below 1.3800

USD/CAD consolidates losses from multi-day low while taking rounds to 1.3780/85 during the pre-European session on Wednesday. The Loonie pair dropped

USD/IDR Price News: Indonesian rupiah struggles to justify break of monthly support line

Having benefited from the break of monthly resistance line the previous day, USD/IDR seesaws around 14,755 during Wednesday’s Asian session. Other tha

AUD/USD retreats from multi-day high to 0.6650 despite upbeat Aussie/China data

AUD/USD pays little heed to better than forecast data while declining to 0.6645, down 0.08% on a day, amid the Asian session on Wednesday. While Austr

USD/JPY Price Analysis: Bounces off intraday low to regain 107.50 as risks dwindle

USD/JPY pulls back from the daily bottom to 107.55 ahead of the European session on Wednesday. In doing so, the yen pair recovers from 21-day EMA whil

WTI Price Analysis: Seesaws around $34.00, near to break immediate triangle

While flashing yet another move inside a short-term symmetrical triangle, WTI drops to $34.07, down 0.60% on a day, during Wednesday’s Asian session.

Silver Price Analysis: Bounces from $17.00, Wednesday's close pivotal

Silver is currently trading near $17.20 per ounce, representing a 0.65% gain on the day, having defended the psychological support of $17.00 during th

USD/ZAR Price Analysis: Off two-month lows, Bullish RSI divergence on 4H

USD/ZAR pair is sidelined near 17.40 at press time, having hit a low of 17.32 on Tuesday. That was the lowest level since March 27. The pair could see

GBP/USD: Off two-week top under 1.2400 amid US dollar pullback

GBP/USD steps back from two-week top to 1.2320, down 0.11% on a day, while heading into the London open on Wednesday.

Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD's 50-day EMA, 11-week-old resistance line in focus

Having flashed over 1.0% gains the previous day, GBP/USD buyers catch a breather around 1.2330/35 amid the early Asian session on Wednesday. While bul

EUR/JPY Price Analysis: Shifts the focus to the 200-day SMA

EUR/JPY is extending the bounce off recent lows in the 117.00 neighbourhood and is trading at shouting distance from the key barrier at 119.00 the fig

WTI stays below $34.50, prints mild losses in Asia

WTI slips from the daily high to $34.20, down 0.23% on a day, while heading into the European session on Wednesday. The barrel of black gold recently

EUR/USD Price Analysis: Potential visit to the 1.1150 region

EUR/USD is prolonging the upside on Wednesday above the 1.10 mark, recording at the same time fresh multi-week peaks around 1.1030. The pair has left

US Dollar Index Price Analysis: Rising odds for a move to 98.50

DXY is losing the grip further on Wednesday, extending the decline for the second consecutive session after being rejected from the 100.00 mark at the

WTI strength fizzles around $34.00, API data eyed

WTI retraces from the highest since March 11 while taking rounds to $33.90 during the initial Asian session on Wednesday. While optimism surrounding a

Gold trades with modest losses, holds above $1700 amid escalating US-China tensions

Gold dropped to fresh two-week lows during the early European session and was last seen trading with modest losses, just above the $1700 mark. The com

Nikkei pauses as profit-taking hits transport stocks

SYDNEY — Japan’s benchmark stock index Nikkei paused on Wednesday after hitting a 2-1/2-month high in the last session, as investors locked in profits from recent strong gains in transport companies.

EU to propose €750bn Covid recovery package for states

Ireland in line for grants of €1.9 billion in package weighted by how badly economies have been hit

EU to propose €750bn Covid-19 recovery package

Ireland in line for grants of €1.9bn in scheme weighted by how badly economies have been hit

EU proposes 750 billion-euro coronavirus recovery fund

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union proposed Wednesday a 750 billion-euro ($825 billion) recovery fund to help countries weather a painful recession triggered by the coronavirus and bridge divisions over...

European Union Reveals $826 Billion Economic Stimulus Plan To Battle Coronavirus Damage

Under the proposal, the EU will issue €750 billion in government bonds and then distribute that cash to its member states through grants and loans. Nothing will happen, however, until all 27 of the EU’s member states approve.

Coronavirus: What is involved in the EU’s recovery plan?

Q&A: What are the main stumbling blocks, and how will the plan affect Ireland?

EU unveils unprecedented 750 bn euro recovery plan

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed a 750-billion-euro post-virus recovery fund for Europe, but will have to win over sceptical member states to push it through.

EU unveils unprecedented 750 bn euro recovery plan

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed a 750-billion-euro post-virus recovery fund for Europe but will have to win over sceptical member states to push it through.

What is in the EU’s €750bn recovery plan and how will it affect Ireland?

Q&A: What are the main stumbling blocks, and how will the plan affect Ireland?

European stocks climb as investors eye bigger-than-expected EU stimulus plan

European stocks climbed on Wednesday, amid reports the European Union will announce a bigger-than-expected €750 billion stimulus program for the region’s...

EU to unveil massive stimulus plan for post-coronavirus recovery

To help member states recover from coronavirus slump.

EU proposes $825-billion coronavirus recovery fund

The EU remains deeply divided over what conditions should be attached to the funds, and Wednesday’s proposal from the bloc’s executive arm is likely to set off weeks of wrangling

EU proposes €750 billion coronavirus recovery fund

The European Commission has proposed a recovery fund of €750 billion, which it says is designed to repair the economic damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Brussels wants €750bn borrowing power to fund virus recovery

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen must win backing from reluctant capitals

Google to reopen offices from July 6, will give employees working from home Rs 75K allowance

The tech giant will reopen at 10% of their capacity, and is targetting 30% in its offices by September.

Google to reopen offices from July 6, gives workers $1,000 each

Google has set July 6 the date for its employees to return to office in a gradual, phased manner and has announced to give $1,000

Covid-19: Google to reopen offices in July for limited number of employees

The company will also be giving $1,000 stipend for home office equipment to make remote work easier

Google May Reopen Some Of Its Offices Starting July 6

Google is looking to start bringing some of its employees back to work physically, as it plans to reopen some of its offices starting July 6. What's more

Google to reopen offices from July 6, gives workers $1,000 each

Google's original plan was to keep work from home policy until June 1

Google to start reopening offices, sees 30% capacity by September

Alphabet Inc's Google said on Tuesday it would reopen buildings in more cities at roughly 10% of their capacity beginning July 6 and scale it up to 30% in September, if conditions permit. Google and

Google To Start Reopening Offices, Targets 30 Per Cent Capacity In September

Google had allowed their employees to work from home in early March. Alphabet Inc’s Google said on Tuesday it would … Google To Start Reopening Offices, Targets 30 Per Cent Capacity In September Read More »

Google to start reopening offices, sees 30per cent capacity by September

Alphabet Inc's Google said on Tuesday it would start to reopen buildings in more cities beginning July 6 and scale up to 30per cent in September.

Google will begin reopening its offices starting July 6 with limited capacity

Google will begin reopening its offices starting July 6 with limited capacity, Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai said on Tuesday.Pichai, in an official blog post, said that the tech giant will beg

Google Provides $1,000 USD Allowance to Employees Working From Home

To put towards computers and office furniture.

Google to start reopening offices, targets 30per cent capacity in September

Alphabet Inc's Google said on Tuesday it would reopen buildings in more cities at roughly 10per cent of their capacity beginning July 6 and scale ...

Who Wins And Who Loses In The Office Of The Future?

Office space may be less in demand. Likely a hybrid workspace will develop. Some employees will work from home, others in the office. There will be team meetings in physical space, certainly, but lots of team collaboration will be done virtually.

When returning to work means staying local

As businesses reopen and get their staff back into the workplace, some employees and firms are deciding to switch the city for the suburbs.

10 Tips for Working from Home

Working from Home can be hard at first. It doesn’t have to be. 1. Have an official “work space.” Not all of us can have a formal office, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a small dedicated “space” to our work area. When I first started working from home in the past, I worked […]

Companies like NAB and Westpac confirm hot desking is out as they begin returning employees to the office

The finance sector has rolled out measures for workers as they gradually return to the office.

What's Coming To Disney+ In June 2020

It looks like June is going to be pretty light month in terms of new Disney+ content. The streaming service has released its list of upcoming programming for the month and it’s pretty short, but there are still a few things worth getting excited about....

What's Next for Global Citizen's COVID-19 Efforts After Success of 'One World'?

One World is hardly the final word from Global Citizen regarding COVID-19 relief.

Global energy investment expected to tumble 20pc in 2020 due to Covid-19 crisis, says IEA

PARIS, May 27 — Global energy investment is expected to plunge by around 20 per cent or US$400 billion (RM1.74 trillion) in 2020, its biggest fall on record, because of the new coronavirus outbreak, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said today. The Paris-based IEA said this could have serious...

Global energy investment expected to tumble 20% in 2020 due to COVID crisis: IEA

PARIS (Reuters) - Global energy investment is expected to plunge by around 20% or $400 billion in 2020, its biggest fall on record, because of the new coronavirus outbreak, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Wednesday.

Global spending on oil to drop by $1 trillion in 2020 says IEA

Investment in energy sector will see its biggest drop this year says the agency

IEA: Covid-19 crisis causing biggest fall in global energy investment in history

In a report published on Wednesday, the Paris-based International Energy Agency (IEA) highlighted that the coronavirus crisis causing biggest fall in

Virus sparks record drop in energy investment: IEA

The Paris-based International Energy Agency (IEA) estimated the plunge will be of the order of one-fifth from 2019 levels, or almost $400 billion.

Global energy spending to fall $400bn due to coronavirus crisis

IEA says investments in low-carbon technologies falling far short of climate goals

Virus sparks record drop in energy investment: IEA

All the energy sectors -- oil, gas, renewables -- everything is affected but the biggest impact is on shale oil, the agency's director Fatih Birol said

Global energy investment may see a record fall in 2020 over Covid-19: IEA

Governments are easing restrictions put in place to curb the spread of the virus after the confinement of around 3 billion people brought the global economy to a near standstill

Virus sparks record drop in energy investment – IEA

The International Energy Agency estimates global energy investment may plunge by almost $400 billion in 2020

Virus sparks record drop in energy investment: IEA

The energy industry is set to suffer a record drop in investment due to the coronavirus fallout, the IEA said on Wednesday, and while renewables are likely to fare better than oil, any swift economic ...

Global energy investment to drop by $400bn

An IEA report indicates that Covid-19 has set in motion the largest drop in global energy investment in history from fossil fuels to renewables and efficiency.

France GDP could fall 'around 20pc' in second quarter, statistics agency says

PARIS, May 27 — France's economy could contract by around 20 per cent in the second quarter as lockdown measures meant to slow the spread of the coronavirus slashed activity, the national statistics agency Insee said today. It said that the French economy was currently running “at roughly...

EU proposing £670bn recovery fund in response to coronavirus pandemic crisis

The EU Commission is proposing a 750 billion-euro recovery (£670bn) fund to help the bloc’s economy through the deep recession induced by the coronavirus pandemic, commissioner Paolo Gentiloni said. Mr Gentiloni, who is in charge of economic affairs at the EU’s executive body, confirmed the size of the fund in a tweet.

EU proposing £670bn recovery fund in response to pandemic crisis

Paolo Gentiloni’s announcement came amid divisions in the bloc.

EU proposing €750bn recovery fund in response to pandemic crisis

Paolo Gentiloni’s announcement came amid divisions in the bloc.

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll

Economic prospects for the developed world this year have darkened again in the past month as the coronavirus pandemic has rolled from Asia to the ...

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed – Poll

BENGALURU (Reuters) – Economic prospects for the developed world this year have darkened again in the past month as the coronavirus pandemic has rolled from Asia to the Americas, with a V-shaped sharp recovery expected by less than one-fifth of economists polled by Reuters.

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Poll

With many countries starting to ease lockdown restrictions imposed to stop the spread of the virus, which has infected over 5.5 million people globally

Prospects for global economic recovery look bleak – Reuters poll

The latest Reuters survey of more than 250 economists over the past few weeks showed that the clouds over the global economic recovery have darkened a

India’s GDP growth seen at 1.2% for Q4 Financial Year 2020

Country's GDP is estimated to have grown at 1.2 percent in the last quarter of the previous fiscal as economic activity came to a standstill in the last week of March due to the nationwide lockdown.

U.N. calls meeting to boost pandemic support for developing countries

WASHINGTON, May 26 (Reuters) - U.N. officials said they will meet on Thursday with over a dozen world leaders to discuss shoring up financial support for emerging economies, hit hard by the pandemic's economic fallout.

Economic recovery following Covid-19 may be more sluggish than initially predicted

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Rupee settles 5 paise lower at 75.71 against US dollar

The rupee opened weak.

Rupee settles 5 paise lower at 75.71 against US dollar

The rupee depreciated 5 paise to settle at 75.71 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, as market participants were concerned about rising tensions between the US and China amid coronavirus

Rupee slips 8 paise to 75.74 against US dollar in early trade

The rupee opened weak at 75.72 at the interbank forex market and then fell further to 75.74, down 8 paise over its last close.

Rupee slips 8 paise to 75.74 in early trade, forex traders concerned about rising US-China tensions

The rupee depreciated 8 paise to 75.74 against the US dollar in opening trade on Wednesday as market participants were concerned about rising tensions between Washington and Beijing in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic

Top 5 Things to Know in the Market on Wednesday, May 27th

Top 5 Things to Know in the Market on Wednesday, May 27th

Forex - Dollar Strengthens as U.S.-China Tensions Rise

Forex - Dollar Strengthens as U.S.-China Tensions Rise

Some employees miss working in air-conditioned spaces as central Canada sizzles

Natasha Burtenshaw-deVries lives in one of several apartments in a converted house in Brantford, Ont., that doesn't have central air conditioning.

Some employees miss working in air-conditioned spaces as central Canada sizzles

Natasha Burtenshaw-deVries lives in one of several apartments in a converted house in Brantford, Ont., that doesn't have central air conditioning.Her mom pu

Central Canada sizzles

Natasha Burtenshaw-deVries lives in one of several apartments in a converted house in Brantford, Ont., that doesn't have central air conditioning.

Some employees miss working in air-conditioned spaces as central Canada sizzles

As central Canada prepares for another day of stifling heat, some employees working from home because of COVID-19 are missing their air-conditioned workspaces.

South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

The country has been held up as a global model in how to curb the virus and has rushed to contain new infections as life returns to normal. An outbreak at a warehouse of e-commerce firm Coupang in Bucheon, west of Seoul, has seen 36 cases so far, the KCDC added.

South Korea sees biggest jump in coronavirus cases in seven weeks

The country has been held up as a global model in how to curb the virus and has rushed to contain new infections as life returns to normal.

South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school. The country has been held up as a global model in how to curb the virus…

South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school.

Asia Today: S Korea virus cases make biggest jump in 50 days

South Korea on Thursday reported its biggest jump in coronavirus cases in more than 50 days, a huge setback that could erase some of its hard-won gains. Health officials warned that the resurgence is

Bharti Telecom sells 2.75% stake in Airtel for INR 84 bln, to fully repay debt

Bharti Telecom, the promoter company of Indian operator Bharti Airtel, has sold a 2.75 percent stake in Bharti Airtel to institutional investors through an accelerated book building process in the secondary market. The allocation was done to over 50 accounts, with the top 10 getting two-thirds of the overall allocation. The total sale proceeds of over INR 84.33 billion (approximately USD 1.15 billion) was over-subscribed multiple times with a mix of all categories of investors, long only and hedge fund investors across geographies in India, Asia, Europe and the US, Bharti Telecom said. 

Bharti Telecom sells 2.75% stake in Airtel for INR 84 bln, to fully repay debt

Bharti Telecom, the promoter company of Indian operator Bharti Airtel, has sold a 2.75 percent stake in Bharti Airtel to institutional investors through an accelerated book building process in the secondary market. The allocation was done to over 50 accounts, with the top 10 getting two-thirds of the overall allocation. The total sale proceeds of over INR 84.33 billion (approximately USD 1.15 billion) was over-subscribed multiple times with a mix of all categories of investors, long only and hedge fund investors across geographies in India, Asia, Europe and the US, Bharti Telecom said. 

Bharti Telecom sells 2.75% stake in Airtel

Bharti Telecom has sold 2.75 percent stake in Airtel to institutional investors in the secondary market, raising over Rs 8,433 crore

Bharti Airtel block deal: Now, Sunil Mittal’s telecom group looks to go debt-free after Mukesh Ambani’s RIL

Bharti Airtel’s promoter firm Bharti Telecom raised Rs 8,433 crore on Tuesday, selling 2.75% stake in the telecom major to institutional investors through an accelerated book building process in the secondary market.

泛歐擔保基金正式運作 2000億歐元銀彈救市

歐洲投資銀行 (EIB) 於當地時間 26 日晚間發表公告表示，由各成員國財政部長組成的董事會就泛歐擔保基金 (Pan-European Guarantee Fund) 的管理架構和運作細節達成一致，使得該機制得以正式確立。

States should come forward with Rs 20 lakh cr to battle COVID-19 disruptions: Nitin Gadkari

"More liquidity needs to be pumped in the market to boost the coronavirus-hit economy and states should come forward with Rs 20 lakh crore, while another Rs 10 lakh crore can be harnessed from public-private investment," Road Transport, Highways and MSME Minister Gadkari said.

States should come forward with ₹20 tn to battle COVID-19 disruptions: Gadkari

More liquidity needs to be pumped in the market to boost the coronavirus-hit economy and states should come forward with ₹20 trillion, while another ₹10 trillion can be harnessed from public-private investment, said Nitin Gadkari

More liquidity needed, states should come forward with Rs 20 trn: Gadkari

Efforts are on to develop vaccine for the coronavirus, Gadkari said, adding "we will have to learn the art of living with coronavirus"

States should come forward with Rs 20 lakh crore to battle COVID-19 disruptions: Nitin Gadkari

Gadkari said the economy is facing serious problems, businesses are being closed and unemployment is growing. All sections of the society, whether migrants, media, business persons or employees, are facing problems, but ultimately

States should come forward with Rs 20 lakh crore to battle COVID-19 disruptions: Nitin Gadkari

He further noted that work on national highways has been started on war-footing and the government plans to build highways worth Rs 15 lakh crore in the next two years.

After rare silence, Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar prepares to reopen

ISTANBUL, May 27 — An eerie silence has fallen over Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest, largest and most visited markets, where a raucous mixture of languages, cultures and commerce has buzzed for centuries. But there are now signs of life at the market as municipal workers...

After rare silence, Istanbul's Grand Bazaar prepares to reopen

An eerie silence has fallen over Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest, largest and most visited markets, where a raucous mixture of languages, cultures and commerce has buzzed for centuries.

Grand Bazaar prepares to reopen

: An eerie silence has fallen over Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest, largest and most visited markets

Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law

Major Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.Benchmarks in Shanghai and Hong Kong retreated after the White House said a proposed national security law might jeopardize the Chinese territory's status as a global financial center.“Mounting U.S.-China tensions bodes ominous for the global economy amid pandemic fragilities,” said Mizuho Bank in a report.Overnight, Wall Street closed at its highest level in nearly three months on hopes for economic recovery as more governments reopen factories, shops and other businesses.The Hang Seng index in Hong Kong sank 0.5% to 23,279.39 and the Shanghai Composite

Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law

Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. Benchmarks in Shanghai and Hong Kong retreated after the White House said a proposed national security law might jeopardize the Chinese territory’s status as a global financial center. The…

Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law

Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.

Stock - Wall Street Opens Higher as Cyclicals' Recovery Gains Strength

Stock - Wall Street Opens Higher as Cyclicals' Recovery Gains Strength

Stocks, euro rise on massive EU stimulus plan

Unrest in Hong Kong over Beijing's proposed national security laws weighed on global shares and oil prices on Wednesday, offsetting optimism about ...

Stocks - U.S. Futures Higher Ahead of May Business Surveys

Stocks - U.S. Futures Higher Ahead of May Business Surveys

Stocks - Europe Pushes Higher, Expecting More Stimulus

Stocks - Europe Pushes Higher, Expecting More Stimulus

Wall Street opens higher on recovery optimism

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 303.52 points, or 1.21 percent, at the open to 25,298.63.

Aussie dollar shines in COVID-19 recovery

Increased economic optimism, higher commodity prices and rebounding equity markets have made the Australian dollar one of the world's best-performing currencies.

Facebook wallet for Libra digital coins renamed 'Novi'

SAN FRANCISCO, May 27 ― Facebook's virtual wallet for yet-to-be-minted Libra digital coins was renamed “Novi” yesterday. The rebranding replaces the original name of “Calibra” for the Facebook digital wallet which would work with the planned virtual currency. The Novi digital wallet set...

Facebook wallet for Libra digital coins renamed 'Novi'

Facebook's virtual wallet for yet-to-be-minted Libra digital coins was renamed "Novi" on Tuesday. The rebranding replaces the original name of "Calibra" for the Facebook digital wallet which would

Facebook wallet for Libra digital coins renamed 'Novi'

The rebranding replaces the original name of 'Calibra' for the Facebook digital wallet which would work with the planned virtual currency Libra

Facebook Rebrands Libra-Wallet Calibra to Novi

Facebook has announced on Tuesday a name change of its Calibra wallet subsidiary to Novi.

EANS-News: European Lithium Limited / Conversion of Debt

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EANS-News: European Lithium Limited / Suspension from Official Quotation

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Stock markets in retreat as China-US tensions return to fore

Asian equities mostly fell Wednesday as profit-taking and worries about deteriorating China-US relations outweighed optimism over the gradual reopening of economies around the world.  

Stock markets mixed as China-US tensions return to fore

Equities were mixed Wednesday as profit-taking and worries about deteriorating China-US relations were weighed against optimism over the gradual reopening of economies around the world.

Asian markets in retreat as China-US tensions return to fore

Markets are concerned about another flare-up in Hong Kong on a controversial security law

Global stocks mixed on unease over Hong Kong security law

Global stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tensions over Hong Kong vied with optimism about recovering from the coronavirus pandemic.

Asian stock market: Mixed as Tuesday’s optimism fades on fresh US-China tension

Asian equities fail to reprint the previous day’s flying colors as market players fall back upon US-China tussle amid increasing odds of the US sancti

Latam becomes largest airline driven to bankruptcy by coronavirus

NEW YORK, May 27 — Latam Airlines Group, the continent's largest carrier, filed for US bankruptcy protection yesterday, becoming the world's largest carrier so far to seek an emergency reorganisation due to the coronavirus pandemic. The filing highlights the financial weakness of Latin America's...

LATAM becomes largest airline driven to bankruptcy by coronavirus

(Reuters) - LATAM Airlines Group (LTM.SN), the continent’s largest carrier, filed for U.S. bankruptcy protection on Tuesday, becoming the world’s largest carrier so far to seek an emergency reorganization due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Shares in Latin America's biggest airline drop 35% after bankruptcy filing

SANTIAGO: Shares in Latin America's largest airline plunged 35 per cent on the Santiago stock exchange on Tuesday (May 26) after LATAM filed for ...

Shares in Latin America's biggest airline plunge after bankruptcy filing

Shares in Latin America's largest airline plunged on the New York and Santiago stock exchanges on Tuesday after LATAM filed for bankruptcy in the US.

Asian shares slip as new Hong Kong tensions rise

Nikkei down 0.2%, ex-Japan Asian loses 0.3%.

Asian stocks pull back as Hong Kong uncertainty weighs

NEW YORK, May 27 — Asian shares shed some of their recent gains today as investor concerns about rising tensions between the United States and China tempered optimism about a re-opening of the world economy. US President Donald Trump said late yesterday he is preparing to take action against...

Asian stocks pull back as Hong Kong uncertainty weighs

Asian shares shed some of their recent gains on Wednesday as investor concerns about rising tensions between the United States and China tempered ...

Stock markets mixed as China-US tensions return to fore

HONG KONG, May 27 — Equities were mixed today as profit-taking and worries about deteriorating China-US relations were weighed against optimism over the gradual reopening of economies around the world. Hong Kong extended losses as police fired pepper-ball rounds as anti-China protesters took to...

China stocks fall on rising Sino-U.S. tensions, economic worries

SHANGHAI — China stocks fell on Wednesday as rising Sino-U.S. tensions and lingering worries over the coronavirus damage on the economy curbed risk appetite.

S&P 500 rises on boost from bank shares

S&P 500 rises on boost from bank shares

EU Commission to propose EU budget worth €1.1 trillion – Reuters

The next EU budget proposed by the European Commission will be worth €1.1 trillion and will include the coronavirus recovery fund, Reuters reported on

EU Commission: European recovery plan and next long-term budget to use €1.85 trillion

The European recovery plan and the next long-term budget will use €1.85 trillion to kick-start the EU economy, Reuters reported on Wednesday, citing t

The EU plans a record-breaking new stimulus package of $826 billion to soothe Europe’s economic pain from the coronavirus

The European Commission unveiled a planned deployment of 750 billion euros ($826 billion) on Wednesday as part of its new long-term budget and recovery plan to help fight the impact of the coronavirus on the continent’s economy.

EU Commission proposes €750 billion recovery fund in wake of Covid-19 crisis

The European Commission is proposing a €750 billion recovery fund to reboot economies hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak, EU officials said on Wednesday.

The EU plans a record-breaking new stimulus package of $826 billion to soothe Europe's economic pain from the coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The European commission aims to fund its recovery plan by raising unprecedented sums on the financial markets.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Estonia cannot agree to EU Commission rescue plan: finance minister

Estonia cannot agree to EU Commission rescue plan: finance minister

Govt may launch coal blocks auction process under commercial mining on June 11

The government last week approved a methodology for commercial mining of coal on revenue sharing basis.

Govt may launch coal blocks auction process under commercial mining on 11 June; 50 mines likely to be put on sale

The government last week approved a methodology for commercial mining of coal on revenue sharing basis.

Govt may launch coal blocks auction process

The Centre is likely to launch the process of coal blocks auction under commercial mining on June 11 and around 50 mines are expected

Recipe: Bok choy, like Mom used to make | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Editor’s Note: Many adventurous cooks are taking advantage of their extra time at home to learn new techniques — witness the explosion of interest in baking bread. There are many other worlds to explore, though. This is one we at Crave sought to sample.

Recipe: Dabbling in dumplings | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Editor’s Note: Many adventurous cooks are taking advantage of their extra time at home to learn new techniques — witness the explosion of interest in baking bread. There are many other worlds to explore, though. This is one we at Crave sought to sample.

Recipe: A faker of a baker tries making cookies, for real | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Editor’s Note: Many adventurous cooks are taking advantage of their extra time at home to learn new techniques — witness the explosion of interest in baking bread. There are many other worlds to explore, though. This is one we at Crave sought to sample.

USD/CNH faces further upside pressure – UOB

FX Strategists at UOB Group expect USD/CNH to edge higher in the near term. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “USD traded between 7.1355 and 7.1491 yesterday,

GBP/USD: Focus on the strong resistance at 1.2360

GBP/USD Wednesday's four-hour chart is painting a bullish picture with clear resistance at 1.2360, as FXStreet’s analyst, Yohay Elam notes. UBS expect

AUD/USD trades with modest losses, just below mid-0.6600s

The AUD/USD pair edged lower on Wednesday and retreated further below mid-0.6600s, eroding a part of the previous day's strong positive move to 2-1/2-

NZD/USD: Further gains lie ahead if 0.6230 is cleared – UOB

A break above 0.6230 in NZD/USD should open the door to further upside, in opinion of FX Strategists at UOB Group. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “We highli

EUR/USD: Extra gains expected above 1.1020 – UOB

FX Strategists at UOB Group noted the outlook on EUR/USD remains tilted to the positive side for the time being. Key Quote 24-hour view: “The sudden s

NZD/USD trades at fresh multi-month highs above 0.6200

The NZD/USD pair gained nearly 100 pips on Tuesday boosted by the risk rally and the selling pressure surrounding the greenback. The pair stretched hi

USD/JPY: Gaining bullish strength

The USD/JPY pair continues to trade within familiar levels, now hovering around 107.70 with a mildly bullish bias, according to FXStreet’s Chief Analy

US Dollar Index treading water above 99.00

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which gauges the buck vs. a bundle of its main competitors, has managed to bounce off recent lows in sub-99.00 levels and r

Tata Investment Corporation posts net loss of Rs 36.75 crore in Q4 FY20

Total revenue from operations in the quarter under review stood at Rs 21.41 crore as compared to Rs 24.59 crore in the corresponding period a year ago.

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail posts Q4 net loss of Rs 146.59 crore

Revenue from operations during the quarter under review stood at Rs 1,831.88 crore. It was at Rs 1,915.31 crore in the year-ago period, ABFRL said in a regulatory filing.

Wonderla FY20 net profit up 17%

Amusement park operator Wonderla Holidays reported a net profit of Rs 64.78 crore for the financial year ended March 31, 2020,

Sun Pharma FY20 results: Profit rises 41% to Rs 3,765 crore, sales up 13%

For the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2020 (Q4 FY20), Sun Pharma posted a 37 per cent YoY decline in consolidated profit at Rs 399.8 crore due to one-time loss of Rs 260.6 crore

United Spirits Q4 down 57.8% to Rs 49.3 crore

The company had posted a net profit of Rs 116.9 crore in the January-March quarter a year ago, United Spirits Ltd (USL) said in a regulatory filing.

National Bank reports Q2 net income of $379 million, beats analyst expectations

National Bank of Canada's net income plunged 32 per cent in its second quarter as it put aside five times the provisions for credit losses than it did a year ago due to the economic storm triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kotak Mahindra Bank launches Rs 7,000-cr share sale through qualified institutional placement

Private sector lender Kotak Mahindra Bank on Tuesday launched its over Rs 7,000-crore qualified institutional placement (QIP) of shares

Kotak Mahindra Bank set to raise Rs 7,460 crore through share sale

The bank also informed that meeting of the issuance committee of the board is scheduled to be held on May 29 to approve the issue price.

Kotak Mahindra Bank share price jumps 4% ahead of QIP launch; stock surges 20% from March lows

The board of Kotak Mahindra Bank had earlier approved a proposal to raise capital through a fresh issue of 6.5 crore.

Why Kotak Mahindra Bank share price rose 8% today

Share price of Kotak Mahindra Bank rose up to 7.81% to  Rs 1,242.55 compared to the previous close of Rs 1,152 on BSE

Kotak Bank jumps 4% on QIP launch; floor price set at Rs 1,147.75 per share

The bank set the floor price of the issue at Rs 1,147.75 per share, which was at just half a per cent discount to Tuesday's closing price of Rs 1,152.45.

Future Retail to raise up to Rs 650 crore to reduce debt

The NCDs will be issued on private placement basis in one or more tranches, Future Retail said in a BSE filing.

Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector: Sources

The firm is poised to buy 50% of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holding, the parent of EV partner JAC Motors, for at least 3.5 billion yuan ($491 million), the people said on condition of anonymity as the matter was private. It is also set to become the biggest shareholder of EV battery maker Guoxuan High-tech Co Ltd, the people said, adding both deals could be announced as early as Friday.

Volkswagen in final talks to seal top M&A deal in China EV sector: Report

The firm is poised to buy 50 per cent of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holding, the parent of EV partner JAC Motors, for at least 3.5 billion yuan

VW reportedly close to sealing biggest-ever deals in China's EV sector

Volkswagen AG is in final talks to seal its largest investment deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) firms, two sources said, as the German automaker accelerates its push into the world's largest market for environmentally friendlier cars. The firm is poised to buy 50% of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holding, the parent of EV partner JAC Motors , for at least 3.5 billion yuan ($491 million), the people said on condition of anonymity as the matter was private. Volk

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in Chinese EV sector

The deals would make Volkswagen the latest foreign automaker to increase ownership in China since the government started to relax ownership rules in 2018 here with Germany's BMW AG quick to take control of its main local venture

Tamil Nadu inks deals for over Rs 15,100 crore investment, to create 47,000 plus jobs

The investments, to the tune of Rs 15,128 crore will be in diverse sectors including manufacturing of commercial vehicles and energy, the government said adding nine pacts were signed at the Secretariat in the presence of Chief Minister K Palaniswami and eight other companies firmed up the deals via a virtual link.

Tamil Nadu inks deals for over Rs 15,100 crore investment, to create 47,000 plus jobs

The investments, to the tune of Rs 15,128 crore will be in diverse sectors including manufacturing of commercial vehicles and energy, the government said adding nine pacts were signed at the Secretariat in the presence of Chief Minister K Palaniswami and eight other companies firmed up the deals via a virtual link.

Tamil Nadu signs 17 agreements for investments of over ₹15,100 crore

The Memorandums of Understanding have been signed with companies from various countries and are expected to provide jobs to over 47,000 people

Bank stocks rake in $17 billion as investors revel in recovery party

Portfolio managers are coming to the view it's a bigger risk to be underweight bank shares as investor sentiment on the sector switches from negative to positive.

Bank stocks rake in $17 billion as investors revel in recovery party

Portfolio managers are coming to the view it's a bigger risk to be underweight bank shares as investor sentiment on the sector switches from negative to positive.

Drugmaker Sanofi to raise over $11 billion via sale of Regeneron shares

Earlier this week, Regeneron had said it would repurchase about $5 billion of its shares directly from Sanofi, without altering their over-a-decade-long partnership.

Drugmaker Sanofi to raise over $11 billion via sale of Regeneron shares

Earlier this week, Regeneron had said it would repurchase about $5 billion of its shares directly from Sanofi, without altering their over-a-decade-long partnership

It’s A Good Idea To Ignore REITs Right Now, Despite Soaring Yields. Here's Why

Stocks Analysis by Investing.com (Haris Anwar/Investing.com) covering: Simon Property Group Inc, United States 10-Year, First Trust S&P REIT Index Fund, Brookfield Property Partners LP. Read Investing

It’s A Good Idea To Ignore REITs Right Now, Despite Soaring Yields. Here's Why

Stocks Analysis by Investing.com (Haris Anwar/Investing.com) covering: Simon Property Group Inc, United States 10-Year, First Trust S&P REIT Index Fund, Brookfield Property Partners LP. Read Investing

Winds spread PFAS pollution far from a manufacturing facility

Concerns about environmental and health risks of some fluorinated carbon compounds used to make non-stick coatings and fire-fighting foams have prompted manufacturers to develop substitutes, but these replacements are increasingly coming under fire themselves. To get a handle on the scope of the problem, scientists have been studying how widely these chemicals have contaminated the environment. Now, researchers report that, in one case, they have dispersed more broadly than previously realized.

Winds spread PFAS pollution far from a manufacturing facility

Concerns about environmental and health risks of some fluorinated carbon compounds used to make non-stick coatings and fire-fighting foams have prompted manufacturers to develop substitutes, but these replacements are increasingly coming under fire themselves. To get a handle on the scope of the problem, scientists have been studying how widely these chemicals have contaminated the environment. Now, researchers report in ACS' Environmental Science & Technology that, in one case, they have dispersed more broadly than previously realized.

News Corp to axe hundreds of jobs

News Corp is planning to axe hundreds of jobs across its metro and regional divisions this week.

News Corp to axe hundreds of jobs

News Corp is planning to axe hundreds of jobs across its metro and regional divisions this week.

'Lift your game or go': APRA ups pressure on super funds to merge

'Lift your game or exit the industry' is the message from the prudential regulator.

'Lift your game or go': APRA ups pressure on super funds to merge

'Lift your game or exit the industry' is the message from the prudential regulator.

Trade War 2.0 or worse? Trump strips Hong Kong of it's special trading status, dramatically escalating US-China tensions

In a move that will almost certainly have an impact on global consumer tech supply chains, US President Donald Trump's administration dramatically escalated simmering tensions with China by revoking Hong Kong's special trade status.

Trade War 2.0 or worse? Trump strips Hong Kong of its special trading status, dramatically escalating US-China tensions

In a move that will almost certainly have an impact on global consumer tech supply chains, US President Donald Trump's administration dramatically escalated simmering tensions with China by revoking Hong Kong's special trade status.

Hong Kong's future as China's gateway to the West is under threat

China plans to enact new security laws for Hong Kong this week, despite threats from the US that could wreck Hong Kong's status as a global financial and trade centre.

Hong Kong's future as China's gateway to the West is under threat

China plans to enact new security laws for Hong Kong this week, despite threats from the US that could wreck Hong Kong's status as a global financial and trade centre.

Lockdown loan secures future of Roman fort trust

The Vindolanda Charitable Trust relies on cash brought in by visitors, many from overseas, who come every year to see the Hadrian’s Wall landmark.

Lockdown loan secures future of Roman fort trust

The Vindolanda Charitable Trust relies on cash brought in by visitors, many from overseas, who come every year to see the Hadrian’s Wall landmark.

Harare man jailed for conning a Singaporean investor

A 38-year-old Harare man has been jailed an effective 7 years for conning a Singaporean investor in a USD$500 000 business venture.Fradreck Utsiwegota appeared ...

Harare man jailed for conning Singaporean investor

A 38-year-old Harare man has been jailed an effective 7 years for conning a Singaporean investor in a USD$500 000 business venture.

Immigration recruitment: Ex-minister, fugitive businessman know fate Thursday

Justice Nnamdi Dimgba of the Federal High Court, Abuja will decide on Thursday whether Patrick Abba Moro, Drexel Global Tech Limited ...

Immigration recruitment: Ex-minister, fugitive businessman know fate tomorrow

Justice Nnamdi Dimgba of the Federal High Court, Abuja will decide on Thursday whether Patrick Abba Moro, Drexel Global Tech Limited ...

Restructuring of the Sanremo Annonary Market / Calvi Ceschia Viganò architetti associati

Completed in 2019 in San Remo, Italy. Images by Aldo Amoretti. The building of the Mercato Annonario in Sanremo is the work of the Engineers Fera and Grossi Bianchi of Genoa, who designed it in the mid-1950s. It...

Restructuring of the Sanremo Annonary Market / Calvi Ceschia Viganò architetti associati

Completed in 2019 in San Remo, Italy. Images by Aldo Amoretti. The building of the Mercato Annonario in Sanremo is the work of the Engineers Fera and Grossi Bianchi of Genoa, who designed it in the mid-1950s. It...

Odion Ighalo: Manchester United very close to transfer deal, claims agent

The Shanghai Shenhua striker’s loan spell will officially expire on Monday, May 27 and it is yet uncertain where the Nigerian forward will be playing when footb

Man Utd 'very close' to Odion Ighalo transfer deal, claims agent

Ighalo's loan contract is due to expire next week but United are in advanced talks with the striker's parent club Shanghai Shenhua over extending his current deal

In talks with Shanghai Shenhua over extending Odion Ighalo’s stay, confirms Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed that Manchester United and Shanghai Shenhua are in talks over an extension for Odion Ighalo’s loan spell at the club. The Nigerian international’s current spell expires at the end of May but the striker was forced to spend a large part of that under lockdown.

Odion Ighalo: Solskjaer confident Nigerian will extend his stay at Manchester United

Odion Ighalo's current deal with Man United expires next month. The 30-year-old joined the Red Devils on a six months loan deal from Shanghai Shenhua in January

Manchester United morning headlines as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delivers Odion Ighalo transfer update

Here are the Manchester United morning headlines for Wednesday, May 27.

Sensex settles nearly 1,000 points higher, Nifty ends at 9,315 led by banking, financial stocks

The S&P BSE Sensex surged 995.92 points (3.25 per cent) to settle at 31,605.22, while the broader Nifty 50 ended at 9,314.95, up 285.90 points (3.17 per cent).

Sensex rises 996 points to close at 31,605; Nifty reclaims 9,300

India Business News: Equity indices finished higher on Wednesday with the benchmark BSE Sensex rising nearly 1,000 points led by gains in banking and financial stocks. The

Sensex rallies 996 points, Nifty reclaims 9,300-mark

Axis Bank was the top gainer as banking stocks led the rally in a highly volatile session.

Sensex up 183 points, banking stocks rally | Markets News

New Delhi: Markets opened on a positive note led by rally in banking stocks. The BSE Sensex was trading 183.81 … Sensex up 183 points, banking stocks rally | Markets News Read More »

Stocks in Focus on May 27, 2020 | Markets News

New Delhi: Markets gave up early gains to end slightly lower on Tuesday. The BSE Sensex fell 63.29 points or … Stocks in Focus on May 27, 2020 | Markets News Read More »

Sensex rallies 996 points ahead of F&O expiry; Nifty tops 9,300

The BSE Sensex rallied 996 points on Wednesday, led by massive gains in banking and IT stocks ahead of the expiry of monthly derivatives amid firm overseas cues. After hitting a high of 31,660.60 duri

Sooner than later, govt will accept our suggestions on economy: Chidambaram

A stubborn government has no choice and must listen to experience and wise counsel, says Chidambaram

Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram

India Business News: The Congress, after rejecting the govt's economic package announced to revive the economy, has said that sooner than later the govt will accept the su

Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel, says Chidambaram

The Congress has been demanding cash transfer directly to the people's account to the tune of Rs 65,000 crore.

Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders

India News: Against the backdrop of the recent political activities in Maharashtra and with just a few days remaining for the fourth phase of the lockdown to end,

Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders | India News

File photo MUMBAI: Against the backdrop of the recent political activities in Maharashtra and with just a few remaining for … Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders | India News Read More »

Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key MVA leaders

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Revenue Minister Balasaheb Thorat, Water Resources Minister Jayant Patil, Transport Minister Anil Parab and others attended the meeting.

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with alliance partners amid speculations of rift

Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi's statement is seen as a setback for the MVA government in Maharashtra where hectic politics is going on.

Amid reports of rift, Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with MVA alliance partners

The discussion on the ongoing lockdown and the decision of lifting it in some areas are on the agenda list of this meeting.

COVID-19 in Indore: BJP leader Mahendra Singh Solanki opts for self-quarantine

'Mr. Belvedere' cast members to hold Zoom reunion, with questions from fans, for fundraiser

The cast members from the hit 1980s sitcom "Mr. Belvedere" plan to reunite via Zoom to lift spirits, chat with fans and raise contributions for the Actors Fund.

'Mr. Belvedere' cast members to hold Zoom reunion, with questions from fans, for fundraiser

The cast members from the hit 1980s sitcom "Mr. Belvedere" plan to reunite via Zoom to lift spirits, chat with fans and raise contributions for the Actors Fund.

Lockdown plight: Labourers who sold goats for a flight ticket will finally fly home

IndiGo has agreed to help the three to fly from Mumbai after their flight was cancelled.

Airline bails out migrants who sold off goats for tickets

India News: MUMBAI: Three migrants who lost over Rs 30,000 in savings and cash from sale of goats as their Mumbai-Kolkata flight was cancelled on Monday will fina.

IndiGo to help man who sold his goats to buy flight tickets

In Mumbai, a migrant labourer family sold three goats to buy air tickets but the flight got cancelled.IndiGo said it has now booked tickets for the workers at no extra charge

These migrant workers are flying home, thanks to their employer

These migrant workers are flying home, thanks to their employer. Their dreams of returning home finally taking wing after two months of lockdown, 10 migrant workers are flying to Bihar thanks to their employer, a Delhi farmer, who bought their plane tickets. Their flight to the Bihar capital Patna is at 6 am on Thursday and the men, who planned to go home in April, can't believe they are going to their villages in Samastipur -- not walking or cycling thousands of kilometres, or scrambling for a seat on a bus or train, but on a plane.

1,600 migrant workers leave Mumbai for Tamil Nadu in spl train

The workers started their journey for Tirunelveli on Tuesday evening.

Ola Electric acquires Amsterdam-based Etergo, to launch electric two-wheeler next year

Ola Electric Mobility (OEM) on Wednesday said it has acquired Amsterdam-based Etergo BV, a move that will help the Indian firm foray into the global premium electric two-wheeler market.

Ola Electric acquires Amsterdam-based AppScooter maker Etergo, to launch electric two-wheeler next year

Ola Electric, without disclosing the deal value, said it aims to launch its electric two-wheeler in India in 2021, and the acquisition of Etergo will further bolster OEM's engineering and design capabilities.

Ola Electric to launch e-scooter in 2021

AUTO News: Ola Electric will be launching its electric two-wheeler in Indian and global markets in 2021. Etergo's AppScotter, which is an all-electric two-wheele

Ola Electric to launch new E-scooter in India by 2021

Ola Electric Mobility has announced that it has acquired Etergo BV which is an electric scooter OEM based out of Amsterdam, Netherlands and it will now enter the premium electric scooter space both globally and nationally.

Ola Electric acquires Etergo; will launch scooter in 2021

Ola Electric has acquired Amsterdam-based EV startup Etergo, and will launch an electric scooter in India next year.

Peter Rhodes on smart Alecs, viral remedies and how to be a broadcaster

Read the latest column from Peter Rhodes.

Peter Rhodes on smart Alecs, viral remedies and how to be a broadcaster

Read the latest column from Peter Rhodes.

Editorial Roundup: Pennsylvania

Recent editorials of statewide and national interest from Pennsylvania’s newspapers:

Editorial Roundup: Florida

Recent editorials from Florida newspapers:

PM CARES now eligible to receive contribution under CSR; govt amends Act

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has allowed the CSR contributions by making changes to the Companies Act via notification dated May 26

Companies Act 2013 Amended To Make PM CARES Eligible To Receive CSR Funding From Corporates

Now, corporates can fund the government under CSR activity. Gazette notification to this effect was released by the Narendra Modi government under which the PM CARES fund can receive funds from...

Companies Act amended to make PM CARES Fund eligible for CSR contributions

Until now, only the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund was eligible to receive CSR funding.

Modi govt amends Companies Act, makes PM CARES eligible to receive CSR funds

The notification was brought in to make PM CARES fund eligible to receive CSR funding. It will be implemented with a retrospective effect and shall deem to have come into force on March 28. 

Uddhav Thackeray to hold meeting with alliance partners today

The meeting will be attended by senior Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) leaders.

Uddhav Thackeray to hold meeting with alliance partners today | India News

MUMBAI: Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray has called a meeting with alliance partners at Varsha bungalow … Uddhav Thackeray to hold meeting with alliance partners today | India News Read More »

Uddhav Thackeray to hold meeting with alliance partners today

Uddhav Thackeray to hold meeting with alliance partners today: Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray has called a meeting with alliance partners at Varsha bungalow today.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Amid reports of rift, Uddhav Thackeray meets alliance partners

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has called a meeting of his alliance partners the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and the Congress amid reports of rifts within the Maha Vikas Aghad.

Maharashtra to review lockdown situation on May 29

Maharashtra to review lockdown situation on May 29. Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Jayant Patil said, 'On May 29, the government will be holding a meeting to review the lockdown in the state. During this meeting, the decision will be taken on which areas should be given more relaxations. However, there will be no relaxations in the areas where the maximum number of cases are being reported.'

Paris-based Aircall raises €59.2 million for its cloud-based phone system

Today French startup Aircall, the phone system for modern business, has announced raising around €59.2 million Series C funding. The round was led by DTCP, alongside new investors Swisscom and Adam Street, and existing investors Balderton Capital, Draper Esprit, eFounders and NextWorld. Founded i

London-based Greyparrot nabs €2 million to automate recycling sorting

Today British AI tech startup Greyparrot has raised around €2 million to tackle the growing waste crisis, by introducing digitisation and automation to recycling. The round was led by Speedinvest, a leading early-stage industrial tech investor, with participation from Force Over Mass. The new funds

Paris-based Aircall raises $65 million Series C to expand cloud-based telephony platform

French cloud-based telephony platform Aircall has raised $65 million in Series C funding to capitalise on the surge in remote communication needs. The round was led by DTCP, with participation from new investors Swisscom and Adam Street, as well as existing investors Balderton Capital, Draper Esprit, eFounders and NextWorld. The Paris-based scale-up wants to replace […]

Stockholm-based Doktor.se nabs €45 million for its ‘digi-physical’ care

Today Swedish e-health startup Doktor.se, which offers digital consultations to patients through its smartphone app, announces that it has secured €45 million in a Series C round led by Carnegie and Handelsbanken. Many of Doktor.se's existing investors, as well as new investors, are participating in

Aircall raises $65 million to grow its cloud-based contact center platform

Aircall, a cloud-based contact center platform for businesses, has raised $65 million in a series C round of funding led by DTCP.

London’s Greyparrot gets $2.2 million for computer vision software that digitises recycling

Greyparrot, a London-based startup set on managing and reducing waste through AI, has raised $2.2 million in seed funding to prepare its product for global expansion. The round was led by Speedinvest with participation from Force Over Mass. The AI startup provides waste recognition software to monitor and sort waste at scale, with the goal […]

Coronavirus tests: ICMR removes price cap of ₹4,500

There are 428 government and 182 private labs for COVID-19 testing across all states and UTs in the country.The earlier upper ceiling of ₹4500 is not applicable now

Private Labs, Take Note! ICMR Says Price Cap of Rs 4,500 For COVID-19 Test Not Applicable, States/UTs Advised to Negotiate

The ICMR has also asked states and Union Territories (UTs) to negotiate with private labs to fix "mutually agreeable" rates for the test.

Covid-19: ICMR removes Rs 4,500 price cap for tests, states free to fix cost now

The decision was taken due to availability of indigenous testing kits and other supplies in India now.

Centre asks states, UTs to negotiate with private labs, bring down test price

Incidentally, 182 private labs in the country make up 29 per cent of the total testing infrastructure. There are 428 government laboratories where Covid testing is currently taking place.

Coronavirus testing not mandatory for maternal, newborn services, says Centre

The Union health ministry said that the government could now home deliver drugs for mother and child care and contraceptives in containment zones.

Coronavirus Live Updates: ICMR removes price cap of Rs 4,500 for COVID-19 test; India cases top 1.51 lakh

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Stocks Cut Gains, Dow Up 200 Points As Tech Shares Slide

The Dow broke above 25,000.

Dow Jumps 300 Points As Wall Street Bets On A Successful Reopening Of The Economy

The Dow broke above 25,000.

Dow Closes Above 25,000 For First Time Since March

The S&P also broke above 3,000, its best close since March.

Reopening optimism fuels stock market surge

Stocks soared Tuesday as enthusiasm builds about the reopening of the country and the development of a coronavirus vaccine.

S&P BSE Sensex NSE Nifty 50 LIVE Sensex Nifty Close 3% Higher, Break 2-Day Decline Amid COVID-19

Domestic stock markets soared more than 3 per cent on Wednesday backed by strong buying interest in banking stocks. The S&P … S&P BSE Sensex NSE Nifty 50 LIVE Sensex Nifty Close 3% Higher, Break 2-Day Decline Amid COVID-19 Read More »

Gold and silver rates today slashes in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kerala, Vizag - 27 May 2020

Gold and silver rates today 27 May 2020: Gold rates have seen a decline on Wednesday amid fall in prices at international markets.

Gold and silver rates today slashes in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kerala

Gold rates have seen a decline on Wednesday amid fall in prices at international markets. On MCX gold futures down by approximately 0.18 percent to Rs. 48,800 while the Silver futures on MCX increased by Rs 700 to Rs. 48,700 per kg.

Petrol, diesel prices stable in Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai - 27 May 2020

Petrol and diesel prices on 27 May 2020: Petrol and diesel prices have been stable at all major cities on Wednesday.

Coronavirus impact: Indian economy to contract 5% in FY21, says Fitch Ratings

Fitch expects output in emerging markets, excluding China, to fall by 4.5 per cent this year compared to a predicted fall of 1.9 per cent before

Trump thinks in-person G7 summit would be great example of reopening after Covid

Donald Trump, who is head of the G7 this year, has said an in-person summit would be a symbol of the United States and other countries seeking to return to normal.

Trump thinks in-person G7 summit a great example of reopening: White House

The US currently holds the annual presidency of G7 countries. In view of coronavirus pandemic there were talks of the summit being held virtually

White House says late-June G7 summit would be great reopening example

President Donald Trump believes there would be "no greater example of reopening" than holding a summit of Group of Seven leaders in the United States near the end of June, the White House said on Tuesday.

Trump urges end to lockdowns as US Covid-19 deaths near 100 000

Even as the United States approached the grim milestone of 100 000 Covid-19 deaths, President Donald Trump is continuing to pressurise state governors to reopen their economies.

US agency says most viruses and other germs do not spread easily on flights

It also do not recommend following social distancing between two passengers inside a plane or keeping the middle seat unoccupied

Most viruses do not spread easily on flights: CDC

Most viruses do not spread easily on flights: CDC. The CDC guidelines do not recommend following social distancing between 2 passengers inside a plane or keeping the middle seat unoccupied.

Covid-19: Most viruses, other germs do not spread easily on flights, says report

As a result of coronavirus pandemic, air traffic inside the US has come to a near halt. Air traffic is said to be down to about 90 per cent.

Global pandemic: Through the eyes of the world's children

These are children of the global pandemic.