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These 11 private and public banking stocks have an upside of up to 33% in 1 year, according to analysts
It is too early to read a lot into the divergence seen in the stock price movements of private and PSU banks on Tuesday. Neither can it be said with any certainty that it had anything to do with FII buying. Against this background, remember: For any investor interested in the banking sector, the price movements should matter less than what the overall Q2 performance of both private and PSU banks reveals.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has survived for centuries, and its unusual mix of weather forecasts, folklore and gardening advice explains its lasting appeal
Published in 1792, The Old Farmer’s Almanac provides a wealth of information about weather and agriculture. It serves as a reference for gardening advice, recipes, and astronomical data. Originally intended to support farming, it has grown in scope over the years. The publication retains relevance as technology changes how people access information. Its enduring popularity illustrates the lasting interest in traditional sources of knowledge.
How should companies measure performance when AI does part of the work?
As AI becomes part of everyday work, companies are reconsidering how they assess employee performance. Measuring output alone may overlook the quality of decisions, the ability to verify AI-generated work, and the value employees add beyond what the technology can produce.
A $40 million restoration couldn’t save this historic castle from bankruptcy. Now it has sold for $72 million - Here’s the real estate lesson
Oheka Castle’s $40 million restoration brought the historic Long Island estate back to life, but it couldn’t prevent its owner from facing bankruptcy amid more than $63.5 million in debt. The property has now sold for $72 million, far below its reported $137 million valuation in 2025, raising questions about the financial realities of restoring historic real estate.
Not low performance or unprofessionalism, Bengaluru man shares bizarre reason why his manager asked him to resign: ‘I haven’t done anything…’
A Bengaluru-based programme manager shared a shocking reason why he was asked to resign by his new manager – not bad performance or slacking off at work – his salary was apparently too high to keep him as an employee.
Karjat project sparks Maharashtra political faceoff as thousands of trees are cut for 3,000 MW plant
A significant controversy emerged in Maharashtra due to tree cutting for Torrent Power's energy project. Locals and activists oppose the project due to environmental concerns and tree felling. Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray questioned the project's need while citing its ties to Gujarat. The Maharashtra government claims the project is essential for energy needs and has followed regulations.
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Rs 13.5 LPA job offer, 3.5 years of experience: Techie considers moving to Bengaluru for a better lifestyle. Users warn: ‘Not worth the traffic and the tiredness.’
A techie with 3.5 years under his belt weighs a Rs 13.5 LPA job offer in Bengaluru. While he dreams of a brighter future with improved work-life harmony, financial stability remains on his mind. Reddit threads warn about the financial strain associated with relocating to this vibrant city, even as he envisions new career horizons ahead.
Rhode Island sues Meta over alleged tolerance for scam advertising
The suit, filed by Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha in Providence Superior Court, accuses Meta of unlawfully profiting from and participating in the creation of billions of dollars in scam advertising - even as it assured its billions of users that it was working diligently to protect them.
Florida cop accused of spending $214,000 renovating a dead man’s home he allegedly took over for years
Brian Louis Sguros, a police officer, allegedly took control of Dennis West's home after his death. Investigators claim he used West's identity to facilitate renovations and obtain permits. The renovations reportedly cost over $214,000, which Sguros sought to recover through a civil complaint. The situation escalated when a real estate company claimed rightful ownership of the property. Ultimately, a criminal investigation was launched, leading to various felony charges against Sguros.
What is known about Brian Louis Sguros? Lauderhill police officer allegedly stole identity of dead man he found, renovated and took over his house
Lauderhill's officer Brian Louis Sguros stands accused of engaging in identity fraud, impersonating the late Dennis Ionis West. By using West's identity, Sguros accessed private records and wrongfully managed property posthumously, asserting he had renovated and resided in the home for two years. The scheme unraveled when agents uncovered West's family seeking the property's return.
These 7 banking stocks have an upside potential of up to 28% in 1 year, according to analysts
If FPI selling returns to the levels seen in April and May, financial sector stocks are the ones likely to be hit the most. This would be irrespective of how the fundamentals are for the industry. The reason is simple: Higher ownership by institutional investors, especially FPIs. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components, earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum, to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
October Horoscope: A frustrating chapter could finally close for these 5 zodiac signs in the coming weeks
Things are set to improve for 5 zodiac signs. From your career to your relationship, you will witness a shift. With Pluto turning direct the energy these zodiac signs are feeling have transformed for the coming days.
From Rs 25,000 engineering salary to Rs 2 lakh monthly: Techie's story of how he earned 8 times more as cab driver goes viral. 'Today, he owns 4 cars...'
An engineering graduate decided to ditch corporate career . Today, he earns eight more than he did as a techie by becoming a full-time cab driver. Taking to LinkedIn, marketing professional Yash Patel revealed how he met a driver who was an engineering graduate and was earning Rs 25,000 per month in a tech job. Today, he is earning over Rs 2 lakh per month and has four cars.
These 7 private and public banking stocks have an upside of up to 25% in one year, according to analysts
Thanks to the US-Iran conflict, the economy has been dealing with higher oil prices for close to seven months. And if inflation starts to creep up, its impact will be felt by many businesses, and banking would be no different.
In 2007, heirs sold a conservation easement on inherited farmland for $910,000, in 2013, they got a shock from US Tax Court
In Van Alen v. Commissioner, decided on October 21, 2013, the court ruled in favour of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The dispute involved $910,000 received by a family trust from the sale of an easement on the ranch. The court also upheld accuracy-related penalties against the taxpayers.
In 1989, a Philadelphia shopper paid $4 for an old painting. Hidden behind its canvas was a Declaration of Independence copy that later sold for $2.42 million
In 1989, an anonymous collector from Adamstown, Pennsylvania, paid $4 for an old painting at a local flea market, largely attracted by its intricate frame. When he later removed the painting from the frame, it unexpectedly came apart, disclosing a folded sheet of paper behind the canvas.
An Oklahoma homeowner owned five acres bought from his grandfather in 1994, 32 years later, the county claimed a 40-foot strip beside his house belonged to it and put a $47,000 value on it
An Oklahoma homeowner who bought five acres from his grandfather in 1994 says he believed the entire property was his. Three decades later, Oklahoma County claimed a 40-foot strip beside his house was county land tied to a 1916 road project. The county valued the strip at $47,000, but cancelled its proposed sale after protests. The underlying title dispute remains unresolved.
These large-, mid- & small-cap stocks can give more than 20% return in 1 year, according to analysts
Oil prices are still up, and so are bond yields, both in the US and in other major markets. And fresh troubles seem to crop up somewhere or the other in the world. That is the reality, and there is no use pretending otherwise. The fact remains that we are living in a world where there is a readjustment taking place. And that is always painful.
Woman accepted Rs 27,000 job offer, found another employee earning Rs 33,000 for same role. She confronted HR and got fired: ‘Why is she getting more?’
A social media post by Ankit Pandey sparked debate after he claimed an employee was fired for confronting HR after discovering a colleague earned Rs 33,000 for the same role, compared with her Rs 27,000 salary. Pandey attributed the difference to negotiation and hiring factors, while netizens debated whether employees should accept pay gaps, question unequal compensation or handle salary concerns more strategically.
Woman gets six times salary hike in 5 years, shares one key career tip that helped her to increase pay from Rs 5 LPA to Rs 30 lakh
Shrasti Chaudhary shared her inspiring career narrative, depicting a remarkable journey in which she soared from an initial salary of Rs 5 LPA to over six times that amount within only five years. By strategically switching jobs, she not only secured notable salary hikes but also dispelled widely held beliefs about the risks of job-hopping.
Woman says she went from Rs 5 lakh to nearly 6X salary in 5 years: ‘This didn’t happen through 10% appraisals’
A woman on Instagram has shared how she says her salary grew from Rs 5 lakh per annum as a fresher to nearly six times that amount in five years. She attributed the increase to switching companies and negotiating higher pay, saying her first move doubled her salary while subsequent switches brought 30% to 50% hikes. Her career advice has since gained attention on social media.
Taking a gold loan? Key costs, repayment rules, and risks to check before pledging jewellery
Cheap, quick and no credit check needed, yet your jewellery could be at risk.
SIR controversy: EC says agendas will be shared ahead of meetings, minutes to be issued
Gyanesh Kumar CEC Row news: The Election Commission announced its decision regarding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls on Saturday. All meetings will now have agendas circulated in advance, and minutes will be published post-meeting. Unanimous approval was given for the nationwide exercise, which has also been upheld by the Supreme Court. The process will simplify how voters address notices regarding discrepancies.
AI firms like Anthropic can slow down, but can't ask others while they keep building: Zoho's Sridhar Vembu
Sridhar Vembu emphasised the responsibility of AI companies to address safety while continuing development. He criticised firms that advocate slowing progress while still investing and innovating. Vembu also highlighted the necessity of human oversight in AI applications, particularly in employee assessments.
Drone owners rush to offload devices ahead of Beijing ban
Drone owners in Beijing flocked to designated buy-back sites this week, looking to sell their devices for as much as possible ahead of an impending citywide ban. Drone owner Wu said he was pleased that the buy-back plan meant he could easily sell his drone -- which he said he no longer used much anyway -- for a reasonable amount.
Virginia family owned 560-acre land but a pipeline company wanted part of it. They refused to sell; what happened next ended in a $523,327 court battle
A Virginia family had owned a 560-acre property for seven generations when Mountain Valley Pipeline sought an easement through part of the land. The family rejected the company’s $119,000 offer, leading to a legal battle over how much compensation they should receive. A jury eventually awarded $523,327, but the amount was later reduced before an appeals court restored the original verdict.
In 2015, a woman dropped an Apple-1 at a California recycling center with old electronics without asking for a receipt; workers sold it for $200,000
An Apple-1 computer, dating back to 1976, was uncovered among a pile of old electronics at a recycling facility. This extraordinary gem sold for a remarkable price at auction. The recycling company is now on the lookout for the anonymous woman who donated this treasure, emphasizing the hidden value that may lie within electronic waste.
A forgotten 17th-century portrait sat in a Maine attic for decades; estimated at $15,000, the mystery painting eventually sold for $1.41 million
A forgotten 17th-century portrait sat in a Maine attic for decades; estimated at $15,000, the mystery painting eventually sold for $1.41 million. The painting, titled Portrait of a Girl, was found during an estate visit in Camden, Maine. A label linked it to Rembrandt. The artwork was sold to an unnamed European collector, but experts have not authenticated it as a Rembrandt painting. One expert estimates its value could reach $15 million if confirmed.
Psychology says people who get over hardships of any kind with ease aren't less emotional: What this behavior means?
Psychology says people who get over hardships of any kind with ease aren't without feelings or unaffected by pain. Their response may be linked to emotional regulation, cognitive flexibility and resilience. They can acknowledge difficult emotions while looking for ways forward. Past experiences may also influence how they interpret new problems. Psychology theories explain how coping skills, flexible thinking and reframing can support recovery during difficult periods.
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