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Donald Trump targets Fed chief Jerome Powell again, threatens to fire him if he is ‘not leaving on time’

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday renewed his attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, saying he would fire him if he continues in the role beyond the end of his mandate.Powell’s term as Fed chair ends in mid-May, and Trump has repeatedly criticised him for not cutting interest rates more aggressively, AFP reported.“I’ll have...

FASTag verification drive: NHAI orders vehicle registration numbers validation by banks; mismatches may face blacklisting

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

The government on Wednesday has directed FASTag issuer banks to immediately verify vehicle registration numbers (VRNs) linked to tags to improve data accuracy in the tolling system.“In order to enhance the accuracy and reliability of data in the Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) system, National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has issued directions to all FASTag...

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BAC, MS, HOOD & more

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

Check out the companies making the biggest moves premarket: Bank of America — The stock gained more than 1% after the banking giant posted better-than-expected results for the first quarter . Bank of America earned $1.11 per share on revenue of $30.43 billion. Analysts expected a profit of $1.01 per share on revenue of $29.93...

India exports fall 7.44% in March to $38.92 bn amid Middle East disruption, trade deficit at $20.67 bn

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

India’s merchandise exports declined 7.44% year-on-year to $38.92 billion in March as disruptions in key trade routes amid the Middle East conflict weighed on outbound shipments.Imports also fell 6.51% to $59.59 billion from $63.75 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting the impact of tensions affecting routes such as the Strait of Hormuz, according to government...

Oil Prices Today: Oil prices today: Crude steadies after slump as US, Iran eye fresh peace talks

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

Oil prices fell again on Wednesday, dropping for the second day in a row. This decline came as hopes for renewed talks between the US and Iran reduced worries about long-term supply issues. However, concerns about risks in the Strait of Hormuz still affect the market.Brent crude futures slipped 0.55% to $94.27 a barrel, after...

US-Iran war hits wholesale prices: WPI inflation rises to 3.88% in March as crude prices skyrocket

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

Data showed that inflation in the fuel and power category turned positive at 1.05 per cent in March. (AI image) WPI inflation: India’s wholesale price index (WPI) inflation for the month of March rose to 3.88 per cent, according to government data released on Wednesday. The increase was largely driven by a sharp rise in...

Ignorance of tax laws no excuse! Missed filing ITR on time? Why Delhi High Court refused to condone delay in this case

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

Delhi High Court has held that ignorance of tax laws, lack of awareness of deductions, or general assertions of hardship do not constitute “genuine hardship”. (AI image) In a significant ruling on the scope of condonation powers under the Income Tax Act, the Delhi High Court has held that ignorance of tax laws, lack of...

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Chinese robotaxi companies forge ahead with UAE expansion despite Iran war

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

Uber and WeRide are partnering to offer robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi. Courtesy Uber Technologies, Inc. BEIJING — At least three Chinese robotaxi companies are pressing ahead with expansion plans in the Middle East despite the ongoing Iran war. Ride-hailing company Didi plans to begin its first overseas robotaxi test in the United Arab Emirates...

Higher Trump tariffs soon? US Treasury Secretary Bessent says rates could be restored by July

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

Soon after the US Supreme Court verdict, Trump announced a 10% universal tariff. (AI image) Will Donald Trump administration’s high reciprocal tariffs come back to haunt global economies? Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday indicated that Trump’s tariff measures could be reinstated by July, potentially returning to the levels that existed before the Supreme Court...

Asian stocks today: Markets rally as hopes of US-Iran talks lift sentiment, oil prices ease

TazaPulseApril 15, 2026

File photo (Picture credit: AP) Asian markets rose on Wednesday, following strong gains on Wall Street. Lower oil prices and renewed hopes for talks between the United States and Iran increased investor confidence.MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 1.5% to a six-week high, while Japan’s Nikkei gained 1.2%, inching closer to its...