New Delhi, April 8: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% during its first monetary policy review for the fiscal year 2026-27, adopting a neutral stance. This decision aligns with market expectations and was unanimously approved by the six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) after two days […]
NEW DELHI: How does the world truly function? Some argue it runs on money, others insist natural resources dictate the balance of power. But moments of conflict often cut through these theories and reveal a more enduring truth: the world moves through its sea lanes. From crude oil and LNG to semiconductors and finished goods, […]
Fuel prices in UAE set for possible April hike as Crude nears $115 / Image: file Fuel prices in the UAE are expected to increase for April 2026, tracking a sharp rise in global crude oil markets where prices have climbed close to $115 per barrel in recent weeks.The monthly revision, overseen by the UAE […]
Mumbai, March 27 (Udaipur Kiran): Renaissance Global is currently trading at Rs. 99.45, up by 0.35 points or 0.35% from its previous closing of Rs. 99.10 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 98.85 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 100.70 and Rs. 92.55 respectively. So far 104662 shares were traded […]
Dubai gold prices drop below Dh490 ahead of Eid, buyers return to market / Image: file The “City of Gold” is living up to its name this week, but in a way that’s keeping shoppers smiling even after the festive rush. Following a sharp global sell-off, Dubai’s gold rates have fallen significantly, bringing prices down […]
Planting trees is often described as a simple way to deal with climate change. The idea is easy to understand. Trees take in carbon dioxide and store it. Forests also support wildlife and help regulate water systems. Because of this, many governments and companies have promised to plant large numbers of trees. The expectation is […]
The crescent moon was sighted on the evening of March 19 over Mecca, and by midnight the messages had already begun moving. From palace communications offices and city hall press rooms, from foreign ministries and mosque podiums, the words went out in Arabic and English and Turkish and Urdu: Eid Mubarak. Blessed festival. The month […]
India’s space programme has built a reputation for precision, efficiency, and steady progress over the decades. From launching satellites for other countries to expanding its own navigation and communication systems, the country has become a major player in global space activity. Yet, space missions do not always end cleanly. Some leave behind remnants that continue […]
The 2026 Global Terrorism Index, released Thursday, records sharpest drop in terrorism deaths in years, yet the geopolitical storm clouds gathering over South Asia, the Sahel, and the West suggest the reprieve could be short-livedThe geography of global terrorism has shifted again. In 2025, Pakistan replaced Burkina Faso as the country most affected by terrorism, […]
Dubai’s Global Village remains closed; Eid fireworks celebrations cancelled / Image: file Dubai’s popular cultural attraction Global Village will not host its traditional Eid Al Fitr fireworks celebrations this year, as the destination remains closed until further notice amid precautionary safety measures announced by authorities.The announcement comes just days before the expected Eid holidays, disappointing […]
