RBI raises repo rate to 5.5% in first hike under Governor Sanjay Malhotra, shifts stance to ‘calibrated tightening’

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Bitcoin price today: Why BTC USD fell below $83,000 as $714 million in crypto positions were liquidated

Bitcoin's price dropped to $83,000 following a significant sell-off in the cryptocurrency market. More than $714 million worth of crypto positions were liquidated in the past 24 hours. Ethereum and several altcoins, including XRP and Dogecoin, also experienced declines. Concurrently, oil prices rose above $101 per barrel, adding to inflation concerns.

US stocks: US market ends lower, off record highs, as Treasury yields climb

The recent trading session on Wall Street saw a decline as US Treasury yields surged, sparking fears over inflation and the escalating debt crisis. This drop followed remarkable highs reached by the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Concurrently, rising oil prices due to supply issues influenced market sentiment and contributed to a global bond selloff.

Jharkhand DGP appointment violates apex court directions: Centre in Supreme Court

The central government has filed a petition in the Supreme Court questioning the recent appointment of Tadasha Mishra as DGP of Jharkhand, citing breaches of guidelines set in the Prakash Singh judgment. The petition also challenges the validity of the 2025 regulation under which the appointment was made, and raises concerns about the previous appointment of Anurag Gupta. A three-judge bench will review the Centre's petition shortly.

Jharkhand DGP appointment violates apex court directions: Centre in Supreme Court

The central government has filed a petition in the Supreme Court questioning the recent appointment of Tadasha Mishra as DGP of Jharkhand, citing breaches of guidelines set in the Prakash Singh judgment. The petition also challenges the validity of the 2025 regulation under which the appointment was made, and raises concerns about the previous appointment of Anurag Gupta. A three-judge bench will review the Centre's petition shortly.

Rahul Gandhi tells Congress leaders to spring surprises, catch eyeballs in protests

Rahul Gandhi encouraged Congress leaders to adopt creative and eye-catching strategies for their protests. He pointed out the significance of unexpected actions that foster social media buzz. Recent demonstrations featuring striking elements, such as barricade climbing and sit-ins, were mentioned as successful approaches. These innovative methods aim to resonate with younger audiences while boosting their outreach initiatives. Party members are now gearing up for more surprising tactics in upcoming events.

West Bengal to be renamed as 'Paschim Banga': State BJP Chief Samik Bhattacharya

West Bengal will be renamed as 'Paschim Banga' following a proposal from the BJP party. The proposal will first undergo approval in the assembly before moving to the Centre. BJP president Samik Bhattacharya stated that this new name preserves the state's historical identity. This follows the previous government's attempt to change the name to 'Bangla', which was rejected.

Anushka Sharma and family buy three apartments worth Rs 44 crore on same floor of Godrej Skyshore in Mumbai's Versova

Anushka Sharma latest news: The actor and her family have made significant real estate investments in Mumbai worth Rs 44.1 crore. On July 8, 2026, Anushka purchased an apartment, while her parents bought the adjoining unit. Later, Anushka and her husband Virat Kohli jointly acquired another apartment on July 21, 2026. These purchases follow the couple's earlier investment in Alibaug, where they bought land for Rs 37.86 crore.

US issues first outbound investment fine over Chinese robotics AI deal

The US Treasury on Wednesday announced its first penalty under rules governing American investment in sensitive Chinese technologies, revealing a US$200,000 fine against the parent of Plug and Play Tech Centre for failing to report an investment in a Shanghai robotics AI company. The Treasury said on Wednesday that Amidi, LLC failed to submit a required notification after its Chinese fund subsidiary invested around US$92,478 in Shanghai Qiongche Intelligent Technology Company Limited, known as...

Best online deals to have short life as brands battle surging input costs

During this festive period, ecommerce platforms are gearing up to provide enticing discounts for just the first few days. However, as rising input costs and inflation exert pressure, companies are anticipated to swiftly pull back on deeper discounts. While popular items such as smartphones, televisions, and laptops will see comparatively moderate price reductions this season, the availability and duration of these discounts will be affected by limited stock.