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Rupee climbs to 95.64 against US dollar; Iran sanctions, crude prices in focus

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

Rupee climbs to 95.64 against US dollar Rupee started the week on a strong note, rising 7 paise to 95.64 against the US dollar in early trading. However, the gains remained limited as geopolitical concerns, crude prices and steady importer demand weighed on the domestic currency.The currency’s movement was largely confined to a narrow range....

Government looks to deepen trade ties with Japan

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

Piyush Goyal to push India-Japan trade ties, with focus on semiconductors, AI, startups and investment TOKYO: Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal is set to step up the trade and investment engagement with Japan, a key strategic partner for India, especially in high-technology manufacturing and next-generation industries.Dedicated sessions are planned on semiconductors, artificial intelligence and...

J&K govt warns against buying shock-emitting ‘dog sticks’, cites arms law | India News

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

J&K may bring electric ‘dog sticks’ under arms rules as authorities flag animal cruelty concerns and warn against their use on street dogs SRINAGAR: Electronically operated, shock-delivering “dog sticks” advertised online as protection against street dogs may be brought under the ambit of J&K Arms Rules, 2016, the govt has announced as such devices come...

KPMG Australia to cut 5% of workforce amid scandal, weak growth outlook

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

KPMG Australia to cut 5% of workforce amid scandal, weak growth outlook KPMG Australia is reducing its workforce by about 5% as the firm continues to deal with the fallout from a scandal involving confidential client information and faces a subdued economic outlook.The cuts will affect 27 partners and about 360 employees, with consulting and...

Stock Market Today Live Updates: BSE Sensex, NSE Nifty50 eye recovery after two-week fall; crude oil, geopolitical cues in focus

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

After two consecutive weeks of declines, Indian equity markets could see some consolidation, with crude oil prices and developments in the US-Iran conflict likely to remain key drivers of market sentiment, analysts said. Siddhartha Khemka, head of research, wealth management, Motilal Oswal Financial Services, said Brent crude prices above $90 a barrel would be closely...

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Iran warns of Hormuz ship seizures ahead of Bessent’s planned sanctions push

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks to reporters at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., Aug. 20, 2026. Kevin Lamarque | Reuters The U.S will unveil “the single greatest financial offensive ever” against Iran on Monday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, while Tehran threatened to seize vessels that violate transit rules in the Strait...

Top stocks to buy: Stock recommendations for August 24, 2026 week – check list

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

Top stocks to buy in week starting August 24, 2026 Stock market recommendations: Crompton Greaves, and ICICI Prudential AMC- these are the top stocks that have been picked by Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk as stock recommendations for the week starting August 24, 2026: Stock Name CMP (Rs) Target (Rs) Upside (%) Crompton Greaves...

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Alibaba shares plunge 10% after $10.2 billion share placement to fund AI push

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

Night view of Alibaba’s headquarters building located by the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on Nov. 16, 2025. CFOTO | Future Publishing | Getty Images Alibaba shares plunged as much as 10% in Hong Kong on Monday after the Chinese tech giant priced an 80 billion Hong Kong dollar ($10.20 billion) placement of newly issued...

Weakness in currency can create negative loop: HSBC

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

HSBC India CEO Hitendra Dave says the bank is doubling down on affluent banking, while eyeing growth in wealth management, digital services and cross-border offerings MUMBAI: HSBC has been in India since 1853 and has maintained the most consistent retail presence among global banks. Its Indian operations have doubled pre-tax profits in four years, making...

2 Pocso undertrials escape from Srinagar Central Jail | India News

TazaPulseAugust 24, 2026

2 Pocso undertrials escaped from Srinagar’s high-security Central Jail, triggering a manhunt and lookout notices SRINAGAR: Two men facing charges under the Pocso Act escaped from the high-security Central Jail in Srinagar on Sunday.Police have issued lookout notices and launched a manhunt for the undertrials — Farman Khan, from Rajasthan’s Sadanpora, and Mukhtar Ahmad Gujjar,...

Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: Evening news wrap: India, Uzbekistan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership; Nasa’s Roman Space Telescope launches to explore dark universe & more | India News

India’s economy set for 7-7.2% growth in FY27 despite global headwinds: EY

‘Both countries aim to take bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2030’: India on PM Modi’s visit to Uzbekistan | India News

Dalal Street outlook: Stock market headed for busy week; GDP data, global cues and more in focus

FPIs continue to buy: Foreign investors pump over Rs 30,900 crore into Indian equities in August

‘Gud khaye, gulgule se parhez’: Tejashwi targets BJP-RSS amid Jitan Ram Manjhi-Chirag Paswan reservation spat | India News

Rupee climbs to 95.64 against US dollar; Iran sanctions, crude prices in focus

Government looks to deepen trade ties with Japan

J&K govt warns against buying shock-emitting ‘dog sticks’, cites arms law | India News

KPMG Australia to cut 5% of workforce amid scandal, weak growth outlook

Stock Market Today Live Updates: BSE Sensex, NSE Nifty50 eye recovery after two-week fall; crude oil, geopolitical cues in focus

Iran warns of Hormuz ship seizures ahead of Bessent’s planned sanctions push

Top stocks to buy: Stock recommendations for August 24, 2026 week – check list

Alibaba shares plunge 10% after $10.2 billion share placement to fund AI push

Weakness in currency can create negative loop: HSBC

2 Pocso undertrials escape from Srinagar Central Jail | India News

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Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: Evening news wrap: India, Uzbekistan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership; Nasa’s Roman Space Telescope launches to explore dark universe & more | India News

India’s economy set for 7-7.2% growth in FY27 despite global headwinds: EY

‘Both countries aim to take bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2030’: India on PM Modi’s visit to Uzbekistan | India News

Dalal Street outlook: Stock market headed for busy week; GDP data, global cues and more in focus

FPIs continue to buy: Foreign investors pump over Rs 30,900 crore into Indian equities in August

‘Gud khaye, gulgule se parhez’: Tejashwi targets BJP-RSS amid Jitan Ram Manjhi-Chirag Paswan reservation spat | India News

‘Both countries aim to take bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2030’: India on PM Modi’s visit to Uzbekistan | India News

Dalal Street outlook: Stock market headed for busy week; GDP data, global cues and more in focus

FPIs continue to buy: Foreign investors pump over Rs 30,900 crore into Indian equities in August

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