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World Politics & Diplomacy 15 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Trump’s Shifting Iran Signals Leave the Middle East Waiting for a Clear U.S. Course

President-elect Donald Trump’s evolving rhetoric on Iran has deepened uncertainty across the Middle East, where governments and armed groups are trying to gauge whether Washington will pursue deterrence, diplomacy, or confrontation. The ambiguity is especially consequential as regional actors assess the future of Iran’s nuclear program, proxy networks, and the broader security architecture after the U.S. election.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace11 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

CENTCOM’s Drone Surge Shows Project Agincourt Is Reshaping Battlefield Supply

Frontline troops in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility have received more than 25,000 unmanned aerial systems and counter-drone systems so far this year, underscoring a rapid push to expand battlefield drone capacity and defeat hostile UAS threats. The scale of the deliveries suggests Project Agincourt and related procurement efforts are becoming a central pillar of U.S. force protection and operational agility across the Middle East and adjacent theaters.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace11 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

USS George Washington Sailors Cast Ballots at Sea in Rare Deployed Voting Drive

Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington voted this week during a shipboard voting rodeo held in the vessel’s library while the carrier remains deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. The event underscores the military’s effort to preserve voting access for service members operating far from home, even in a high-tempo operational environment in the Middle East.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace10 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

USS George Washington Sailors Cast Ballots at Sea in Rare Voting Drive

Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington voted during a recently held voting rodeo in the ship’s library while deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in the Middle East. The event underscores how the U.S. military works to preserve voting access for service members operating far from home, even in a high-tempo deployment environment.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace08 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

CENTCOM Troops Receive 25,000+ Drones and Counter-UAS Systems as Project Agincourt Accelerates

Frontline forces in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility have received more than 25,000 unmanned aerial systems and counter-drone capabilities so far this year, underscoring a rapid push to harden troops against a fast-evolving aerial threat. The surge reflects a broader Pentagon effort to expand drone dominance, improve battlefield awareness, and give commanders more flexible tools in contested environments across the Middle East and surrounding theaters.

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Global Markets & Equities05 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Uber Misses on Ride-Hail Bookings as Overseas Driver Shortage Weighs on Growth

Uber reported weaker-than-expected ride-hailing bookings and trips, underscoring how a tight overseas driver market and broader operating headwinds are constraining growth in its core mobility business. While revenue still beat expectations and delivery remained a stabilizing force, investors are focusing on signs that the company is spending more to attract and retain drivers as it works to restore supply.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy04 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Oil Slide and Treasury Strength Lift Indian Bonds as Inflation Fears Ease

Indian government bonds advanced on Thursday as a sharp fall in crude prices and firmer U.S. Treasury demand improved risk sentiment and softened yields. Traders added duration on expectations that lower energy costs could ease inflation pressure and give policymakers more room to delay rate hikes, while Qatar-led mediation efforts in the Middle East remained a market watchpoint.

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Global Markets & Equities03 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Oil Sinks in Biggest Drop Since July as Iran Talk Hopes Ease Supply Fears

Oil prices posted their sharpest decline since July as traders reacted to signs that diplomatic efforts involving Iran could reduce the risk of a broader supply disruption. The selloff came after a recent run-up in crude, underscoring how quickly geopolitical risk premiums can unwind when markets sense a possible de-escalation.

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Global Markets & Equities03 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Dollar Drifts as Middle East Tensions and U.S. Midterm Risks Keep Traders Cautious

The U.S. dollar was little changed in cautious trade as investors weighed renewed Middle East tensions against political uncertainty ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. Commodity-linked currencies, including the Australian dollar and the Chinese yuan, came under modest pressure as risk appetite softened and traders sought safer assets.

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Global Economy & Central Banks03 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Crude Oil Sells Off More Than 7% as Iran Peace Talk Hopes Lift Supply Outlook Ahead of U.S. Midterms

Crude prices plunged more than 7% on Monday as traders reacted to signs that Washington and Tehran are pursuing diplomacy despite heightened Middle East tensions. The sell-off reflects a rapid reassessment of geopolitical risk premium, with markets betting that any easing in confrontation could reduce the threat of supply disruption at a politically sensitive moment for the United States.

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Global Markets & Equities31 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Iran’s Retaliatory Strikes Left U.S. Bases in the Middle East with Billions in Damage

Iran’s retaliatory attacks on U.S. military positions across the Middle East inflicted far more damage than initially acknowledged, according to reporting by The Wall Street Journal and an Associated Press analysis. The strikes disabled air defenses, damaged aircraft and buildings, and left at least 274 U.S. military structures affected across 24 sites, underscoring the scale and precision of Tehran’s response.

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Global Markets & Equities31 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Oil Prices Climb as Middle East and Ukraine Risks Tighten Supply Outlook

Oil prices advanced as traders weighed renewed supply risks from the Middle East alongside the continuing war between Ukraine and Russia, two flashpoints that could disrupt flows in an already fragile energy market. The move reflects a broader reassessment of geopolitical risk premiums, with investors watching for any escalation that could affect shipping lanes, production, or sanctions enforcement.

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World Politics & Diplomacy23 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

U.S. Orders Some Diplomats Out of Saudi Arabia as Houthi Threats Escalate

The United States has ordered some diplomatic personnel to leave Saudi Arabia amid a widening security crisis tied to Houthi attacks and rising regional tensions, according to multiple reports. The move underscores Washington’s concern that the conflict’s spillover risk is now affecting even core U.S. partners in the Gulf.

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World Politics & Diplomacy23 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

U.S. Orders Saudi Personnel Departure Amid Rising Houthi Threat

The United States has ordered the departure of some personnel from Saudi Arabia amid heightened concern over Houthi attacks, according to reporting cited by multiple outlets. The move underscores growing regional volatility as Washington weighs how to protect diplomats and military assets while tensions across the Middle East remain elevated.

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Global Markets & Equities20 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Oil Prices Rebound as U.S. and Houthi Attacks Renew Middle East Supply Fears

Oil prices reversed earlier weakness and moved higher after fresh attacks involving U.S. forces and Yemen’s Houthi movement intensified fears of disruption across a fragile Middle East shipping corridor. The rebound underscores how quickly traders are pricing geopolitical risk back into the market as supply chains, tanker routes and regional security remain under strain.

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World Politics & Diplomacy16 Oct 2026, 12:13 PM IST

Data Centers Emerge as Wartime Targets in Ukraine, Russia and the Middle East

Data centers, once treated as neutral infrastructure, are increasingly being pulled into the logic of modern warfare. From Ukraine’s strikes on Russian digital infrastructure to disruptions tied to conflict in the Middle East, the pattern underscores how cloud services, bot networks and server farms have become strategic assets as well as vulnerabilities.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance16 Oct 2026, 03:40 AM IST

HSBC Hires Cantor’s Paras Jain to Lead Global TMT Banking, Sources Say

HSBC has appointed Paras Jain as global head of technology, media and telecom investment banking, with the veteran banker expected to join in November, according to people familiar with the matter. The move underscores HSBC’s push to deepen its presence in sectors where it believes it can compete more effectively, particularly across Asia and the Middle East.

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Global Economy & Central Banks16 Oct 2026, 02:38 AM IST

U.S. Weighs ‘Mother of All Bombs’ Option as Iran Vows to Keep Fighting

The U.S. military has reportedly prepared strike options for Iran that include the possible use of one of its largest nonnuclear bombs, escalating fears of a wider confrontation in the Middle East. Tehran has responded with defiance, signaling it will continue to resist pressure even as markets and policymakers brace for further volatility.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance16 Oct 2026, 01:37 AM IST

HSBC taps Cantor's Paras Jain to lead global TMT banking, sources say

HSBC has hired Paras Jain from Cantor Fitzgerald to head its global technology, media and telecom investment banking franchise, according to people familiar with the matter. Jain, who is set to join in November, is expected to help the bank deepen its reach in Asia and the Middle East as HSBC sharpens its focus on businesses where it sees stronger competitive advantage.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors16 Oct 2026, 01:36 AM IST

Data Centers Emerge as Wartime Targets Across Ukraine, Russia and the Middle East

Data centers, once viewed as quiet infrastructure for commerce and cloud computing, are increasingly being pulled into the logic of modern war. In conflicts spanning Ukraine, Russia and the Middle East, attacks on digital hubs are exposing how deeply military power, intelligence gathering and civilian life now depend on the same networks. The trend underscores a broader shift in warfare: disabling information systems can be as strategically consequential as striking power plants or transport corridors.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy15 Oct 2026, 08:50 AM IST

Oil Prices Slip Despite Middle East Tensions as Traders Reassess Supply Risks

Crude oil prices eased on October 15 even as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East remained elevated, underscoring how quickly traders can shift from fear-driven buying to profit-taking and demand reassessment. Brent crude fell to $104.55 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate dropped to $94.07, reversing gains from the previous session as the market weighed supply risks against broader macroeconomic concerns.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth09 Oct 2026, 05:30 AM IST

Wall Street Slips as Oil Surges and Chip Stocks Drag Major Indexes Lower

US equities ended lower on Thursday as a sharp jump in crude prices, driven by escalating Middle East tensions, unsettled investors and revived inflation concerns. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both retreated, with semiconductor shares adding to the pressure after a revenue target cut tied to OpenAI intensified weakness in the technology complex.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance08 Oct 2026, 12:45 PM IST

HSBC hires Cantor’s Paras Jain to lead global TMT banking, sources say

HSBC has appointed Paras Jain as its global head of technology, media and telecom investment banking, with the banker set to join in November, according to people familiar with the matter. The move underscores HSBC’s push to concentrate resources on businesses where it believes it can win share, particularly in Asia and the Middle East’s fast-growing tech corridors.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy07 Oct 2026, 11:24 PM IST

US Stocks Edge Lower as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Above $100

Wall Street opened the week on a cautious footing as renewed Middle East tensions lifted crude oil above the $100 mark, reviving inflation concerns and clouding the outlook for interest rates. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq Composite both drifted lower as investors balanced geopolitical risk against the prospect of tighter financial conditions.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy07 Oct 2026, 06:54 PM IST

EIA Raises Oil Price Outlook as Iran War Tightens Global Supply

The U.S. Energy Information Administration has lifted its oil price forecasts, warning that tight inventories, weak diesel availability and persistent Middle East disruption risks are keeping global markets on edge. Brent crude is now projected to average $105 a barrel in the fourth quarter of 2026 and $84 in 2027, even as recovering Gulf exports and record U.S. output may ease some pressure next year.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy07 Oct 2026, 07:49 AM IST

US EIA Lifts Brent Forecast to $98 as Iran War Tightens Global Oil Supplies

The US Energy Information Administration has raised its oil price outlook, warning that tighter global supplies and conflict-driven disruptions around Iran are keeping crude markets elevated. Brent is now projected to average about $98 a barrel in 2026, while diesel prices are expected to stay high before easing gradually in 2027.

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Global Markets & Equities07 Oct 2026, 06:01 PM IST

Oil Gains as Traders Weigh Escalating Supply Risks in the Middle East

Oil prices advanced as investors reassessed the risk of fresh disruptions to global supply, with renewed concern over attacks in the Middle East offsetting signs of a broader recovery in output. The move came as markets balanced geopolitical premium against expectations that supply growth could eventually temper the rally.

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World Politics & Diplomacy07 Oct 2026, 05:18 PM IST

Oscar-Winning Actress Eva Marie Saint Dies at 102, Closing a Landmark Hollywood Era

Eva Marie Saint, the Oscar-winning actress whose cool intensity and understated elegance helped define some of American cinema’s most enduring classics, has died at the age of 102. Best known for her performances opposite Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront and Cary Grant in Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest, she leaves behind a legacy that bridged the golden age of Hollywood and the modern screen.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace07 Oct 2026, 04:57 PM IST

Hegseth Tells Troops at Dawn PT Session: 'We Want to Hear From You'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met roughly 600 midcareer enlisted service members and officers on the Pentagon parade field for an early morning physical training session, using the unusual setting to project accessibility and direct engagement with the force. The appearance underscores an effort to connect with rank-and-file personnel at a time when the Pentagon is balancing readiness messaging, morale, and leadership visibility.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 05:26 PM IST

Oil Slips as Middle East Exports Recover and G7 Stockpile Plans Ease Supply Fears

Oil prices edged lower as traders responded to signs that Middle East crude exports are recovering and that G7 nations are prepared to release stocks if needed, reducing immediate fears of a supply shock. The move reflects a market that remains highly sensitive to geopolitical risk, but is also increasingly focused on actual barrels reaching the market rather than headline tensions alone.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 06:18 AM IST

Middle East Oil Exports Top Pre-War Levels Despite Rising Tensions, Data Show

Middle East crude exports have climbed above pre-war levels even as attacks and shipping risks in the Gulf intensify, according to data cited by Al Jazeera. The resilience of flows is helping pressure oil prices lower, but analysts warn that the market remains vulnerable to any disruption around the Strait of Hormuz.

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World Sports06 Oct 2026, 01:09 AM IST

Google Faces Backlash Over Alleged Forest Clearing for New Data Center Project

Google is facing criticism after reports alleged that nearly 500 football fields of forest were cleared for a new data center project, intensifying scrutiny of the environmental footprint tied to artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure expansion. The episode underscores a growing investor and public debate over whether Big Tech’s race for computing capacity is outpacing its climate commitments.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition05 Oct 2026, 09:16 PM IST

Cold War Spy Satellite Breaks Apart in Orbit, Raising Fresh Space Debris Concerns

A U.S. Cold War-era reconnaissance satellite, long nicknamed for actress Farrah Fawcett, has broken apart in orbit nearly four decades after launch, according to reporting and confirmation from U.S. Space Force tracking. The incident underscores the growing challenge of managing aging spacecraft and the expanding risk posed by orbital debris to satellites, climate-monitoring systems, and other critical space infrastructure.

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World Politics & Diplomacy05 Oct 2026, 03:04 PM IST

Parents of Fox News Producer Killed in Ukraine Blame Network Over Safety Failures

The parents of a Fox News producer killed while covering the war in Ukraine have accused the network and a prominent star reporter of ignoring safety warnings that they say could have prevented her death. The allegations, reported in detail by NPR, intensify scrutiny of how major news organizations manage risk in active war zones and how responsibility is assigned when freelance and staff journalists are exposed to lethal danger.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors05 Oct 2026, 02:43 PM IST

Lyft settles landmark driver misclassification case for $272.5 million as labor fight deepens

Lyft has agreed to pay $272.5 million to resolve a landmark driver misclassification lawsuit, closing one of the most closely watched legal battles over the gig economy. The settlement marks a major financial hit for the ride-hailing company, but critics say it still falls far short of what drivers say they are owed for years of alleged wage and benefit losses.

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Global Markets & Equities05 Oct 2026, 12:16 PM IST

Middle East Oil Flows Rebound Above Prewar Levels as Markets Reprice Geopolitical Risk

Oil exports from the Middle East have climbed back above prewar levels, easing immediate supply fears and pressuring crude prices even as regional tensions remain elevated. The rebound underscores how quickly global markets can adjust to disrupted trade routes when producers, shippers and governments move to protect flows, though the risk of a sudden escalation has not disappeared.

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Global Economy & Central Banks05 Oct 2026, 12:16 PM IST

U.S. Bombers Leave Britain as Middle East Tensions Rise Around Iran

All U.S. bombers have departed a British air base amid heightened concern over suspected terror plots, even as reports from the Middle East point to additional tanker strikes near Iran. The developments underscore a fast-moving security environment in which military posture, shipping risk and diplomatic pressure on Tehran are converging at the same time.

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Global Markets & Equities05 Oct 2026, 07:39 AM IST

Middle East Oil Flows Rebound as Markets Price in a Fragile Calm

Oil markets are adjusting to a rapid rebound in Middle East crude exports, easing some of the supply panic that followed recent regional tensions. Traders are also watching coordinated stock releases by G7 countries, a move that could cap near-term price spikes even as the Strait of Hormuz remains a strategic vulnerability.

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Global Markets & Equities05 Oct 2026, 04:03 AM IST

OPEC and Allies Keep Oil Output Steady as Middle East Risks Linger

OPEC and its partners have opted to keep oil production levels unchanged, signaling caution as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to cloud the outlook for energy markets. The decision underscores the group’s preference for stability over a fresh supply move while traders weigh the risk of disruption against signs of softer demand.

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Global Economy & Central Banks04 Oct 2026, 05:26 PM IST

G7 Moves to Release Diesel Stocks as War-Driven Supply Squeeze Deepens

G7 nations are preparing to tap emergency diesel stocks as conflicts in Europe and the Middle East tighten global fuel supplies and push prices higher. The move comes as European Union governments brace for crisis talks over the economic fallout, with officials warning that a U.S. export ban could further strain the region’s outlook.

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Global Economy & Central Banks04 Oct 2026, 09:03 AM IST

G7 Moves to Release Diesel Stocks as War Disruptions Tighten Global Fuel Markets

G7 nations are preparing coordinated diesel stock releases as wars in Europe and the Middle East strain global fuel supplies and push prices higher. The move comes as European Union governments brace for crisis talks over soaring diesel costs, while officials warn that any U.S. export ban could further weaken Europe’s economic outlook.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning04 Oct 2026, 06:13 AM IST

OpenAI Fires Workers After Sensitive Data Review, Raising Governance Questions

OpenAI has dismissed employees following an internal investigation into the alleged sharing of sensitive information with an outside AI evaluation group, according to people familiar with the matter. The episode underscores the growing tension inside advanced AI firms between research collaboration, data security, and the control of proprietary information.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (09:17 PM IST)

Hyderabad’s Anil Reddy Vennam Elected President of Plastics Industry Body

Hyderabad-based industry leader Anil Reddy Vennam has been elected president of a plastics trade body, marking a leadership change in a sector central to manufacturing, packaging and recycling policy debates. The appointment comes as India’s plastics industry faces mounting pressure to balance growth with sustainability, compliance and circular-economy goals.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (02:18 PM IST)

US 10-Year Treasury Yield Surges to 5.34%, Highest Since 2002

The yield on the benchmark 10-year US Treasury note has climbed to 5.34%, its highest level since 2002 and above the 2007 peak, underscoring a sharp repricing across global bond markets. The move comes as 30-year US government bonds also touched a 24-year high this week, with investors increasingly focused on elevated oil prices, Middle East tensions and the prospect of further central bank tightening.

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India Entertainment & CultureJust now (01:16 PM IST)

Krishna Takes the Stage in Hyderabad as Technology Rewrites Mythological Theatre

As Rajadhiraaj Yatra brings the story of Krishna to Hyderabad, the city is witnessing a broader shift in how mythological theatre is conceived, staged, and experienced. Traditional practitioners and contemporary producers alike are using projection, immersive sound, lighting design, and digital scenography to refresh a form long rooted in devotional performance and live spectacle.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (07:15 AM IST)

US 10-Year Treasury Yield Surges to 5.34%, Highest Since 2002, as Global Bond Selloff Deepens

The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note has climbed to 5.34%, its highest level since 2002 and above the peak reached in 2007, underscoring a sharp repricing across global fixed-income markets. The move comes as 30-year US bonds hit a 24-year high this week, with investors increasingly focused on rising oil prices, Middle East tensions and the prospect of further central bank tightening.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (03:26 AM IST)

US 10-Year Treasury Yield Surges to 5.34%, Highest Since 2002 as Bond Selloff Deepens

The yield on the benchmark 10-year US Treasury note has climbed to 5.34%, its highest level since 2002 and above the 2007 peak, underscoring a sharp repricing across global fixed-income markets. The move comes as 30-year US bonds hit a 24-year high this week, with investors increasingly focused on elevated oil prices, Middle East tensions, and the risk of further central bank tightening.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life SciencesJust now (11:16 PM IST)

No Subsidised LPG Refills for Non-eKYC Users as New Norm Takes Effect

A new LPG distribution rule has come into force that bars subsidised refills for households that have not completed biometric eKYC verification. Consumers who are unwilling or unable to authenticate themselves will now be limited to market-priced 5 kg or 10 kg cylinders, while those who do not respond at all may be denied even those refills.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (10:14 PM IST)

Higher Toll for Commercial Vehicles in Mumbai to Take Effect on October 1

Commercial vehicles entering and exiting Mumbai will face higher toll charges from October 1, a move that is likely to raise logistics costs across India’s financial capital. Transporters have opposed the increase, warning that operators will have little choice but to pass the additional burden on to consumers.

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