Maryland gave disappearing seabirds a floating wooden island in 2020; six years later, common terns built 376 nests on it and 84 more on nearby restored land

CBI conducts searches at 33 locations across six states in Mahadev betting app case

The CBI has carried out extensive searches at 33 locations linked to the Mahadev Online Book case. These operations spanned across six states and led to the seizure of various digital devices and documents. Following an extradition from Oman, Sourabh Chandrakar provided crucial information about the platform's betting operations. The investigation indicates a network using mule accounts and hawala channels for transferring profits.

Madhya Pradesh adds 8.19 lakh voters since final SIR roll, electorate rises to 5.48 crore

Madhya Pradesh has added 8.19 lakh voters in the draft electoral roll under the Special Summary Revision. This increase has resulted in a total electorate of nearly 5.48 crore voters in the state. The Electoral Commission has invited claims and objections until December 11, with the final roll to be published on January 4, 2027. The age group of 30-39 represents the highest number of voters among the registered electors.

Wall Street’s wild ride delivers big paydays and bigger bruises

Market volatility continues as investors navigate significant fluctuations in stock and bond prices this month. Despite challenging conditions, billions are flowing into both index funds and speculative assets. Retail investors are capitalizing on short-term opportunities while the overall market remains fragile. Many professional investors are taking a defensive stance, opting for high-quality assets amid economic uncertainty. This environment highlights the persistent appeal of diversified investing strategies among market participants.

Transparent price discovery is the missing link in global bulk commodity trade

The world can track commodities. Can buyers establish whether they are securing the best price?

'Jewel of India': Rahul Gandhi pays homage to former PM Jawaharlal Nehru

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi honored Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary, calling him a guiding force for India. He stated that Nehru's ideals of democracy, diversity, and equality remain vital for the nation. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra emphasized Nehru's revolutionary spirit and ongoing relevance in protecting democratic values. Mallikarjun Kharge recalled Nehru's contributions to India's social, political, and economic foundations after independence.

Nvidia has worst week since Trump tariff selloff as Huang exits

Nvidia Corp. has witnessed a drastic stock plunge after the ousting of CEO Jensen Huang amid scandals. A staggering 13% decrease in stock value within a week represents its most significant drop since April 2025. With analysts downgrading their ratings, concerns regarding Nvidia's future performance and corporate culture have emerged.

INS Chilka creates history! 3,358 Agniveers pass out in Navy's largest batch since Independence

INS Chilka creates history! 3,358 Agniveers pass out in Navy's largest batch since Independence

Bitcoin’s billion-dollar wipeouts are becoming a familiar sight

Bitcoin liquidation events exceeding $500 million have become common, reflecting significant market volatility. Recent trading sessions have seen large losses, including a $1.3 billion liquidation. Factors affecting the market include high oil prices and potential Federal Reserve rate hikes. Additionally, investors seem to be favoring artificial intelligence stocks over cryptocurrencies amid a tech selloff. These trends indicate an evolving landscape in the crypto trading environment.

Commodities’ place in the Indian investor’s portfolio

Over the past decade, MCX Gold has moved almost independently of the Nifty50 — the correlation of their returns over long periods has been quite low

Five sectors account for 83% of India's record October merchandise export surge: Report

Exports from the five sectors - engineering goods, petroleum products, electronic goods, gems and jewellery, and organic and inorganic chemicals - increased 59.4 per cent to USD 34.37 billion in October, compared with USD 21.56 billion in the corresponding month last year.

5 world market themes for the week ahead

Nvidia's recent leadership change and the upcoming IPO of Anthropic could significantly influence the AI market dynamics. US-China relations are set for discussions as Trump and Xi meet amid various geopolitical concerns. Oil prices remain volatile due to Middle East tensions and supply changes, affecting potential inflation relief. A UK and EU summit aims to advance post-Brexit cooperation on trade and regulations.