Report: Apple less exposed as Iran war threatens India’s smartphone exports
Nikkei Asia reports that while Apple is less exposed to potential export disruptions out of India, shipments that rely on Middle East trade hubs could face significant declines in the coming weeks. Here are the details.
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Evolution of pandemic cholera at its global source
The seventh cholera pandemic, driven by El Tor Vibrio cholerae, evolved separately in Bangladesh and India, with the Ganges Basin acting as the global source, and its evolution has been shaped by phage defence system changes, influencing severity and tra….
Investigating the reproducibility of the social and behavioural sciences
A study of reproducibility in a stratified random sample of 600 papers published from 2009 to 2018 in 62 journals spanning the social and behavioural sciences finds higher reproducibility among more recent papers and papers from journals that require dat….
Reproducibility and robustness of economics and political science research
Robustness checks and reproduction of analyses with existing and updated data based on 110 articles in economics and political science journals with data and code-sharing requirements found high levels of robustness and reproducibility and determined tha….
Investigating the replicability of the social and behavioural sciences
A large-scale study on the replicability of claims from social and behavioural science journals reports that about half of the results replicate in the same patterns as the original study..
Investigating the analytical robustness of the social and behavioural sciences
When 100 social and behavioural science claims were examined, 34% of reanalyses closely matched the original results, with 74% reaching the same conclusion, revealing limited robustness of single-path analyses and the need to address analytical uncertain….
HDFC Bank slides on chairman’s exit. Is the sell-off overdone?
HDFC Bank is facing a convergence of global and domestic shocks that has unsettled investor sentiment. As the bank pivots from growth to stability amid leadership uncertainty, a key question emerges: is the market overreacting?.
Ceramica italiana leader negli Usa: vendite per 769 milioni (+8,7%)
L’Italia resta leader delle esportazioni di ceramica negli Stati Uniti ma “incertezza” è la parola più pronunciata dagli espositori di Coverings 2026, la fiera di Las Vegas a cui partecipano....
Heinemann Promotes Rajshree Dugar To CEO Of Asia-Pacific Unit
Gebr. Heinemann is reshaping its Asia‑Pacific business as the region undergoes a strategic reset and as the company prepares for the first flights at India’s Noida Airport..
“Incredible India” was built to attract outsiders, but the center of gravity in Indian travel has shifted from selling the country abroad to building for travelers at home..
더핑크퐁컴퍼니 출신 이주현 대표가 2020년 설립한 마코빌은 유튜브 80억 뷰 키즈 IP 치타부를 성공시켰습니다. 마코빌은 크로스미디어 전략을 통해 다양한 콘텐츠를 선보이며, 특히 2025년부터 변경된 유튜브 쇼츠 정책에 빠르게 대응하여 성장했습니다. 치타부는 교육적 메시지와 K-팝 요소를 접목하여 인도를 포함한 글로벌 시장에서 큰 인기를 얻었으며, 여아 대상 스핀오프 아르미공작소 웹 서비스 론칭을 통해 지속 가능한 수익 모델을 구축하고 있습니다. 궁극적으로 ….
India to account for 10% of Micron's capacity, says official
India is emerging in the global memory supply chain as Micron Technology scales production, with officials linking rising output to surging AI-driven demand and broader ambitions to localize chip manufacturing..
India accelerates semiconductor push with Kaynes plant launch
India is stepping up its semiconductor ambitions as a new domestic plant begins production, underscoring efforts to build a resilient supply chain and position the country as a global chip manufacturing hub..
Samsung expands innovation campus in India to boost global digital talent pipeline
Samsung R&D Institute India, Bangalore, has expanded its Samsung Innovation Campus to six additional colleges, deepening its efforts to equip young learners with AI, IoT, and coding skills — strengthening digital workforce pipelines and international competit….
Maxwell, Konstas dropped from Australia's contracted players list
MELBOURNE, April 1 : Veteran all-rounder Glenn Maxwell and top-order batter Sam Konstas have been dropped from Australia's list of contracted players, while fast bowler Brendan Doggett has earned his first after making his test debut in the Ashes.Maxwell's om….
The first day of school, the start of a shared responsibility
Every academic year is a meaningful step forward in realising the vision of the NEP, which has placed curiosity, understanding and holistic development at the centre of learning.
Carnea și pâinea devin produse de lux. Expertul Dumitru Chisăliță: „Vorbim de o degradare a nivelului de trai”
România va fi marcată în perioada următoare de scumpiri în lanț, pe toate ramurile de produse și servicii, în ciuda măsurilor de plafonare a adaosului comercial pentru alimentele de bază și a reglementării prețurilor gazelor și carburanților..
India’s IBC amendments: The revised framework will be an improvement on what we’ve had so far
India’s bankruptcy law is making space for creditor-supervised resolutions without a shift in control of insolvent companies. This is the most welcome of a set of changes aimed at improving recovery, preserving value and making the process more effective..
Trans people in Metro Vancouver from India express safety fears after legislation
Transgender people living in Metro Vancouver who are from India say they're afraid to go back home, after the Indian parliament passed a bill that places restrictions on the trans community there..
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Lockdown 2.0: The IEA Has Released 10 Guidelines To Help The Public Prepare For The Coming Fuel Shortages And “Energy Lockdowns”
Are we really going to go through this again? It appears that the Iranians are absolutely determined to keep traffic through the Strait of Hormuz paralyzed until they get what they want. In order to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, an absolutely massive military ….
Chanchal Kumar I&B secretary, VV Yadav appointed DGCA
India News: NEW DELHI: Govt on Tuesday appointed Chanchal Kumar, an IAS officer of Bihar cadre, as the new information and broadcasting (I&B) secretary, while..
BMW iX3 LWB design unveiled, drops flush pop-up door handles
BMW has officially unveiled the design of the iX3 Long Wheelbase (LWB) variant in China ahead of its global debut at Beijing Auto Show 2026. As shared on BMW China’s Weibo, the BMW iX3 LWB looks mostly identical to the standard wheelbase variant but there are….
Yes, Iran Is Playing Chess – But Only After Rewriting the Rules of the Game
The origins of chess are contested, but few dispute that while the game began in India, it was the Sassanian Persian Empire that refined it into a recognizable strategic system. It was Persia that codified its language, symbolism and intellectual framework: t….
Chang Ung, North Korean ex-IOC member who brokered Olympic joint marches with South, dies
Chang Ung, a former North Korean member of the International Olympic Committee who once led sports exchanges with rival South Korea including joint marches of their athletes at the Olympics, has died, the IOC announced Wednesday. It said the Olympic flag will….
Globális harc indult az üzemanyagokért – Aki lemarad, kimarad
Az iráni háború nyomán nemcsak a nyersolaj ára lőtt ki, hanem a finomított termékek felára is, miközben a forint gyengülése tovább növeli a hazai költségeket. A magyar autós ebből egyelőre keveset lát: az ársapka elrejti az árrobbanást, a feszültség viszont e….
Feiertagsfernsehen: TV-Highlights an Ostern: Saltkrokan bis Silbereisen
Ostern bringt im linearen TV viele Erstausstrahlungen, etwa „Traumschiff“, „Tatort“, „Wilsberg“. Zudem gibt es die schwedische Serie „Unsere Ferien auf Saltkrokan“. Eine Übersicht - inklusive Papst..
Stock Market Live Updates: Stock to buy today; Honasa Consumer (₹298.15) – BUY
Sensex, Nifty Today| Stock Market Live Updates - Find here all the live updates related to Sensex, Nifty, BSE, NSE, share prices and Indian stock markets for 1st April 2026..
Sensex, Nifty surge over 2% as West Asia de-escalation hopes lift markets on first day of FY26-27
Sensex opened at 73,762.43 and was trading at 73,859.48, up 1,911.93 points or 2.66%; Nifty 50 opened at 22,899.00 and climbed to 22,912.55, gaining 581.15 points or 2.60%.
Feiertagsfernsehen: TV-Highlights an Ostern: Saltkrokan bis Silbereisen
Ostern bringt im linearen TV viele Erstausstrahlungen, etwa "Traumschiff", "Tatort", "Wilsberg". Zudem gibt es die schwedische Serie "Unsere Ferien auf Saltkrokan". Eine Übersicht - inklusive Papst..
Europa entre dos frentes: cómo sobrevivir a Putin y a Trump, del pragmatismo energético al renacimiento nuclear
Europa posee una capacidad económica formidable —casi el 18 % del PIB mundial con solo el 5,5 % de la población—, pero sigue careciendo de cohesión política y de instrumentos de decisión rápidos.
Más información: Más de 1.000 ucranianos han sido apresados en ….
Sammaan Capital shares in focus after Abu Dhabi-based IHC becomes promoter with Rs 5,652 cr initial investment
Sammaan Capital is set to transform into a diversified NBFC following a significant Rs 5,652 crore transaction with Abu Dhabi-based IHC. IHC's affiliate will acquire a 41.5% stake, becoming a promoter. This strategic move aims to expand Sammaan Capital's prod….
BSE, Groww, Motilal and Angel One shares rally up to 8%. What's the good news?
Shares of BSE, Motilal Oswal Financial Services, Groww, and Angel One surged after the Reserve Bank of India delayed stricter liquidity norms by three months to July 2026. The move provides relief to brokers by allowing continued use of margin-backed bank gua….
Bulls back on Dalal Street! Sensex soars 1,900 pts, Nifty above 22,900: 4 factors behind Rs 10 lakh crore gains
Indian stock markets experienced a significant surge today, with Sensex and Nifty climbing over 2.5%. This optimism is fueled by hopes of de-escalation in the Iran-US-Israel conflict, following statements from leaders suggesting a potential end to hostilities….
April 1 bank holiday: Check if banks are open or closed on April 1, 2026, for annual closing of accounts?
Banks across India will observe closures on April 1 for annual account closing. While branches may be shut, digital banking services like ATMs and UPI will operate normally. Several other holidays are also scheduled for April 2026, impacting banking operation….
Not happy with your health insurer? How portability helps you switch without losing benefits
Feeling let down by your health insurance? Portability allows you to switch providers without losing benefits like waiting period credits and no-claim bonuses. Understand the rules and benefits to ensure a smooth transition to a better policy when it's time ….
India grants temporary customs duty relief for SEZ goods sold domestically
India will offer temporary customs duty relief for goods produced in special economic zones and sold domestically. The reduced duty rates, ranging from 5% to 12.5%, will be effective from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, benefiting businesses that commenced….
Income Tax, Finance Changes, April 1 LIVE Updates: Check how new I-T Act impacts your in-hand salary from today
Income Tax, Finance Changes, April 1 LIVE Updates: The New Income Tax Act comes into effect today, April 1, 2026. Get real-time updates on tax slabs, increased standard deductions, and the simplified capital gains regime. See how your take-home salary changes….
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on 1 April? All you need to know
On April 1, banks in several Indian cities will be shut for closing their yearly accounts. While most branches suspend operations, essential services like ATMs and online banking remain accessible. Details here. .
To defend rupee, RBI widens forex lens beyond banks to corporate treasuries
India's central bank is scrutinizing corporate treasury positions amid rupee pressure from capital outflows and rising crude prices. The Reserve Bank of India aims to assess arbitrage exposure rather than immediate regulation, following new rules on banks' op….
Fresh capital in hand, Sammaan Capital to diversify loan book beyond mortgage
Over the next three years, the first phase of the growth plan, the NBFC plans to venture into new product segments such as personal loans, gold loans and MSME loans..
As petrol pumps switch to 20% ethanol blended petrol nationwide, most vehicles on the road remain unprepared, raising concerns over fuel efficiency and engine wear..
RBI extends US tariff relief as Iran strife disrupts trade
India Business News: MUMBAI: In a move that will buy more time for exporters, the Reserve Bank of India extended a pandemic-style leniency on trade finance, allowing pre- ..
Gold loans lead new credit, retail book hits 16L cr
India Business News: MUMBAI: Gold loans have emerged as the top product in new originations and the second-largest retail credit book in India at Rs 16 lakh crore, trailin..
India Business News: MUMBAI: The depreciation of the rupee has pushed up the cost of funding overseas education for middle class Indian households, nudging many students t..
Sammaan eyes `1.5L cr book, 1,500 branches in three years
India Business News: MUMBAI: Sammaan Capital, formerly Indiabulls Housing Finance, will pivot to a multi-asset lender spanning personal/gold/MSME loans after its acquisiti..
India Business News: MUMBAI: A prolonged West Asia war is slowing down the pace of IPOs, delaying exits for investors as companies rethink timelines to launch public issue..
Pinarayi avoids debate, draws Congress neta’s criticism
India News: NEW DELHI: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan has stepped back from a proposed face-toface debate with LoP V D Satheesan, clarifying his earlier invitation wa..
India should look for geographical diversification for gas, says former IOCL Executive Director
India should definitely look for a geographical diversification for gas to mitigate the risks posed by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, according to Sandeep Jain, Former Executive Director (Gas) at Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL)..
India News: NEW DELHI: The Centre has moved to extend its digital media rules to news and current affairs content shared by non-publisher users on social media pl..
Jet fuel crosses Rs 2-lakh mark for domestic & $1,000 mark for int’l flights for the first time in India
Indian airlines face a significant surge in airfares as jet fuel prices have more than doubled for April, driven by the Iran war. This drastic increase, coupled with a weakening rupee, is expected to lead to fare hikes and potential flight reductions as airli….
Eva Longoria reveals what she loved about directing 'The Fifth Wheel'
Eva Longoria shares her excitement about directing 'The Fifth Wheel,' an unapologetically R-rated female comedy starring Kim Kardashian, highlighting the joy of female collaboration in filmmaking..
Hanuman Jayanti 2026 is a holiday? Check date, timings, puja rituals, mantras and more
Hanuman Jayanti 2026 date: Hanuman Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, who is fondly known as Pavan Putra, and it is being celebrated tomorrow, April 2, 2026. Hanuman Jayanti is not a gazetted holiday in India, though some states observe it. ….
PM Modi and President Murmu celebrate Odisha’s heritage, progress, and people
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu conveyed greetings on Utkala Dibasa. The day marks Odisha's formation in 1936. Leaders praised the state's cultural richness and its people's contributions. Odisha's heritage and its role in nation-bui….
Hampi road accident: Video of Israeli tourist’s Rs 6L payout sparks online outrage
A road accident involving an Israeli tourist and a local supervisor in Hampi has sparked a social media storm after a compensation payout video went viral. The injured supervisor's family accepted Rs 6 lakh for urgent surgery, but faced backlash for allegedly….
Rupee tops Asia’s worst performers list with 9.9% slide in FY26
The Indian rupee ended FY26 as Asia's weakest currency against the US dollar. It depreciated by 9.88% due to significant foreign investor withdrawals and strong global dollar demand. The Reserve Bank of India intervened to stabilize the rupee. The Japanese ye….
Delhi-NCR weather today (April 1): When will the rain stop in Delhi? IMD issues latest forecast for Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad
Delhi weather today: Delhi is likely to experience rain, thunderstorms and strong gusty winds on April 3 and 4, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said in its latest weather bulletin. No rain has been predicted today for Delhi and Noida. However, G….
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta dismisses rumours about 'Pink Saheli card', says AAP just 'annoyed' by welfare schemes
India News: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta refutes rumors about the Pink Saheli Card's functionality, claiming political opponents are spreading misinformation. The initiative aims to provide free transportation for women and transgender individuals, as par….
NFL Trade Rumors: Jordan Love’s Green Bay Packers linked to $180M veteran Atlanta Falcons star
NFL trade rumors gained momentum after the Green Bay Packers explored veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins as a potential backup for Jordan Love, who has missed games in recent seasons. General Manager Brian Gutekunst confirmed discussions about experienced optio….
Base Carbon Reports Year End 2025 Operating and Financial Results
TORONTO, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Base Carbon Inc. (Cboe CA: BCBN) (OTCQX: BCBNF) with operations through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Base Carbon Capital Partners Corp. (“BCCPC”, together, with affiliates, “Base Carbon”, or the “Company”), is please….
Breaking News Live Updates: Indian Army kills terrorist in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal encounter
Breaking News Live Updates: Security forces have launched a joint search and cordon operation in the Arhama forest area of Ganderbal in Jammu and Kashmir following reports of gunfire, officials said..
Rupee seen sliding to 100 per dollar as oil prices surge
India's rupee faces potential record lows against the dollar, possibly exceeding 100, if the Iran war escalates. Analysts warn that elevated oil prices will worsen inflation and the current-account deficit, while central bank measures may only offer temporary….
Base Carbon Reports Year End 2025 Operating and Financial Results
TORONTO, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Base Carbon Inc. (Cboe CA: BCBN) (OTCQX: BCBNF) with operations through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Base Carbon Capital Partners Corp. (“BCCPC”, together, with affiliates, “Base Carbon”, or the “Company”), is pleas….
Asia LNG Imports Drop Most Since 2022 as Iran War Upends Supply
Asian liquefied natural gas imports fell the most in more than three years last month as the conflict in the Middle East choked supply and sent prices higher..
Uttarakhand CM inspects Champawat science centre, highlights youth innovation, education
Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his visit to Champawat district on Tuesday, conducted an on-site inspection of the under-construction state-of-the-art Science Centre being built at a cost of approximately Rs 55.52 crore.
Dosa to pizza chains realize there are no easy ways out of LPG shortage
Quick-service restaurants find that the piped-gas network is confined to a few cities, and the transition to electric cooking is hampered by higher operating costs and a spike in upfront equipment prices..
Why Wow! Momo’s packaged foods are emerging as a second growth engine
Wow! Momo is pivoting towards FMCG, projecting revenue of ₹850 crore by FY26. The company is witnessing 100% year-on-year growth in packaged foods, driven by increased demand for home-delivered products and a strategic focus on expanding its reach..
Dhurandhar 2 box office collection day 13: Ranveer Singh starrer is unstoppable, enters Rs 900 crore club in India
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is a box office sensation. The film has crossed Rs 900 crore in India and is heading towards Rs 1,500 crore worldwide. Ranveer Singh's action sequel is breaking records. Positive word of mouth and repeat viewings are driving its succ….
From Mumbai's 'Metro woman' to new BMC chief: Ashwini Bhide's best work is still ahead, says Anand Mahindra in inspiring post
Ashwini Bhide has made history as the first woman commissioner of Mumbai's civic body in over 160 years. A 1995-batch IAS officer, she is recognised for her role in complex urban infrastructure projects, earning the nickname "Metro woman." Business tycoon Ana….
India Business News: NEW DELHI: Magicbricks has announced a strategic partnership with the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA Delhi) to bring sharper, research-led c..
Tribunal confirms five-year ban on NSCN (K) imposed by Centre
The Unlawful Activities Tribunal has upheld the Centre's five-year ban on the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang). This decision confirms the group's activities are detrimental to India's sovereignty and integrity. The ban, effective September 2….
Owaisi's Murshidabad show of strength: AIMIM to test its electoral ground in West Bengal today
Asaduddin Owaisi, President of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), is set to address an election rally in Murshidabad district of West Bengal today, in what is being viewed as a calculated move to expand the party's footprint in the state's ev….
Cyber resilience turns a boardroom priority: Rubrik CTO Arvind Nithrakashyap
Chennai-born Arvind Nithrakashyap believes Palo Alto-headquartered Rubrik is in the right spot to serve some of India’s cybersecurity needs at a time of rapid digitisation. This means a lot of investments need to go into securing those networks and data sets,….
IAMAI sees ‘overreach’ in NHRC’s notice to AI companies on DPDP violations
The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) has written to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), voicing its concerns over the March 24 National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) notice that had alleged breaches of the Digital ….
AI videos, WhatsApp networks reshape campaign playbook in poll-bound states
Political parties in India are increasingly using AI for election campaigns, generating digital humans and personalized content to reach voters. While AI accelerates content production and targeted outreach, its direct electoral impact is still considered lim….
Companies, particularly in the technology sector, that seek to bring skilled foreign workers to the US filed fewer petitions for these non-immigrant visas this season due to high application fees and uncertainty amid an overhaul of the lottery system..
AI looming large as Indian startups rack up $10 billion in FY26
Artificial intelligence-led startups dominated investor interest, while consumer tech, fintech and healthcare continued to attract venture capital flows during the year. Experts said investments in AI would further accelerate over the next year. Data showed t….
AI looming large as Indian startups rack up $10 billion in FY26
Artificial intelligence-led startups dominated investor interest, while consumer tech, fintech and healthcare continued to attract venture capital flows during the year. Experts said investments in AI would further accelerate over the next year. Data showed t….
Draft IT rule tweaks set off alarms over state powers and costs
Proposed amendments to India’s Information Technology Rules, 2021 spell an expanded compliance burden for intermediaries and a significant widening of government oversight of online content, said industry executives and experts..
Udan 2.0 boost to spur small aircraft manufacturing in India: Civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu
The cabinet last week approved a Rs 28,840-crore plan to revamp regional air connectivity over the next decade, which includes developing 100 new airports and 200 helipads. Air connectivity will give a boost to the economy of smaller towns, Naidu said..
Gold loans are booming in India; loan originations soar 108% in value in December
Gold loans are booming, surging in both volume and value, driven by rising gold prices and increased originations. This trend positions gold loans as a major retail product, expanding beyond traditional areas into new regions. Lenders are focusing on credit-….
