Extending genome-wide association studies to admixed cohorts with high degrees of relatedness
Tractor-Mix is a GWAS method for admixed cohorts with high relatedness, improving ancestry-specific effect estimation, controlling false positives and boosting power to detect ancestry-enriched loci across diverse populations..
India roundup: India deepens semiconductor and AI ambitions as local ecosystem expands beyond fabs and assembly
India is broadening its technology strategy from attracting chip factories to building semiconductor equipment, materials, AI capabilities, supply chains and trade partnerships as it seeks a larger role in global electronics..
What Level of Endangerment is the Tiger? Facing Extinction? The tiger is currently classified as Endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), meaning it faces a very high risk of extinction in the wild. This precarious status is du….
20 countries for Commonwealth Fencing Champs in Lagos
Lagos to host the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships, featuring 20 countries, U-23, and wheelchair fencing. Discover more about this historic event.
Read More: https://punchng.com/20-countries-for-commonwealth-fencing-champs-in-lagos/.
Pre-market action: Here's the trade setup for today's session
Domestic equities ended the week on a strong note, with Nifty rising. Analysts expect a gradual uptrend next week, driven by strong Q1 earnings. Investor focus will remain on management commentary and earnings reactions. India VIX fell, indicating reduced mar….
India vs US real estate: Transparency, legal protection, fraud risks, and what NRIs should consider before buying property
It is relatively easier to reliably buy or sell property in the United States, compared to the process in India, which can be fraught with delays and in some cases instances of fraud and malpractice. The liabilities and penalties for such instances are clearl….
India visa and passport services disrupted in Australia after Delhi High Court scraps government tender
The Delhi High Court has canceled a government tender for passport and visa services abroad. This decision came after losing bidders argued the selection process lacked fairness. Authorities must now seek fresh bids for services in four countries. Passport an….
ITR filing: How Bitcoin, NFTs, airdrops, gifted crypto, and overseas wallets are taxed in India and how to report them
India's virtual digital asset taxation remains among the world's toughest. Investors face a flat thirty percent tax on gains and one percent TDS. Specific provisions govern the taxation of cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens. Airdrops and staking rewards….
RBI Governor flags Iran war, weak monsoon as the biggest risks to India’s inflation and economic growth
Elevated inflation persists due to West Asian tensions and a weak monsoon outlook. The Reserve Bank of India maintains its policy rate, diverging from global peers. Governor Malhotra stated that domestic inflation pass-through has remained limited so far. ….
Portfolio allocation: Defensives lead in 2026; balanced portfolios keep pace with equities over the long run
The ideal mix depends on each investor’s financial goals, risk appetite and time horizon, making asset allocation unique to every individual. In this week’s TrendMap, ET Wealth compares seven asset combinations. Portfolios with gold have delivered a notable r….
NRI insurance: Benefits, risks, and features of GIFT City’s dollar-denominated insurance plans
Global exposure, including oil & gold ETFs, and hedge against rupee depreciation are key draws of GIFT City ULIPs; but the market is nascent and experts caution against mixing insurance with investments..
EPF Scheme 2026: Key changes in nominations, PF withdrawals, and employer compliance
Key features— such as the 12% contribution rate for employers and employees as well as the Rs.15,000 statutory wage ceiling—remain unchanged, but the formalisation of revised provisions will trigger new operational obligations..
Brand incentives will push companies into R&D, product development: Meity secretary
S. Krishnan, secretary at the ministry of electronics and IT, says new brand incentives will help companies design, manufacture and market smartphones competitively in India..
India braces for energy market volatility as US-Iran war escalates
Benchmark Brent crude is already at a five-week high, with its September contract on the Intercontinental Exchange ending at $88.10 a barrel on Friday..
For private banks, data on FCNR deposits is... private.
Among mid-sized private lenders, Federal Bank and Yes Bank said they have already started receiving both leveraged and unleveraged inflows, without revealing actual inflows. RBL Bank is the only private bank so far to declare that it has mobilized FCNR deposi….
Amid retirement buzz, Gill says Rohit Sharma has made no announcement to team
Shubman Gill stated no team discussions occurred regarding Rohit Sharma's ODI future. Rohit Sharma scored a record century at Lord's in the third ODI. India lost the series-deciding match by twenty-seven runs to England. Sharma's brilliant 138 runs were no….
Net services remain suspended in J&K’s Doda 3 days after man’s death in police firing
India News: JAMMU: Three days after a 30-year-old man was shot dead in police firing, triggering protests by locals, internet services continued to remain suspend..
Farooq Abdullah meets Wangchuk’s wife, wishes him good health
India News: SRINAGAR: NC president Farooq Abdullah on Sunday met fasting climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s wife Gitanjali J. Angmo, pledging support for her husba..
Corner Office Conversation: The Future of Insurance in India | Sarbvir Singh of PB Fintech
India’s insurance industry is changing faster than ever. New regulations, 100% FDI, AI-powered underwriting, rising medical inflation and Policybazaar’s expansion into healthcare through PB Health are reshaping how Indians will buy—and use—insurance. In this ….
Corner Office Conversation: The Future of Insurance in India | Sarbvir Singh of PB Fintech
India’s insurance industry is changing faster than ever. New regulations, 100% FDI, AI-powered underwriting, rising medical inflation and Policybazaar’s expansion into healthcare through PB Health are reshaping how Indians will buy—and use—insurance. In this ….
14 killed, many missing as flash floods, landslides ravage J&K’s Poonch, Rajouri
Torrential rain caused flash floods and landslides in Poonch and Rajouri districts. At least fourteen people died, and several others remain missing after homes were buried. Rescue operations are underway for those trapped beneath debris and mud. Traffic on t….
FIFA World Cup 2026 final fever drives record sales, packed bars and late-night rush across India
As football fever grips the nation, sportswear and snack sales soar to new heights. Anticipating a wave of fans for the final match, many bars and restaurants extend their hours into the night. Business owners report record-breaking demands for football gear ….
Nifty ready for 24,500-24,750 levels after breakout rally: Analysts
Analysts expect the rally to extend towards 24,500-24,750, with some seeing the potential for 25,000, although they believe the index must first overcome resistance around the 24,350-24,600 zone. The index closed at 24,334 on Friday..
Security tightened at Jantar Mantar ahead of proposed Parliament march by CJP
Delhi Police stepped up security around Jantar Mantar ahead of a proposed march to Parliament on the opening day of the Monsoon Session, even as organisers are yet to obtain official permission for the protest..
Cleartrip aims for profitability by FY27 end as it cuts back on discounts
The Flipkart-owned OTA is diversifying into hotels, trains and buses, and leaning on premiumisation and its parent’s ecosystem to improve margins ahead of a profitability target..
'We were fixated on not failing': Skyroot's long road to orbit
‘The unknown unknowns are where we learn,’ says Skyroot Aerospace cofounder and chief executive Pawan Kumar Chandana. India's sole space unicorn chose patience over speed by delaying its maiden commercial rocket launch by about two years, he says, adding that….
Cleartrip bets on non-air expansion for scale, targets early-2027 breakeven
Flipkart-owned Cleartrip plans to diversify its business beyond flights to achieve breakeven by scaling its hotel, train, and bus verticals. Manjari Singhal called Cleartrip India’s second-largest air-bookings player and “fourth-ish” in hotels, but provided n….
FIFA World Cup 2026 final fever drives record sales, packed bars and late-night rush across India
As football fever grips the nation, sportswear and snack sales soar to new heights. Anticipating a wave of fans for the final match, many bars and restaurants extend their hours into the night. Business owners report record-breaking demands for football gear ….
Andy Burnham vows to 'rewire' Britain as he prepares to take PM office
Andy Burnham is set to become Britain's seventh Prime Minister in a decade on Monday. He promises to "rewire" the nation, focusing on public concerns like the cost of living. Burnham faces numerous challenges, including underperforming utilities and slow econ….
This minor update to the Galaxy A26 offers a faster processor and a new front camera. Other features of this affordable Android phone are mostly similar, including an AMOLED display with fast refresh, 50 megapixel main camera, NFC, fingerprint reader, and exp….
JD Vance fue padre por cuarta vez y marca un hito como vicepresidente en funciones
El nacimiento de Alec Neel Vance es el primero de un hijo de un vicepresidente en ejercicio en más de 150 años y se inscribe en el discurso pronatalista que impulsa el dirigente republicano.
