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Trump says renewed attacks on Iran 'highly unlikely' if talks show progress
US President Donald Trump has said renewed military action against Iran is highly unlikely if Tehran agrees to a strong nuclear deal and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. He also claimed Washington had identified 38 Iranian bridges for potential destruction, while Iranian officials rejected the prospect of changing Tehran's position.
Urijah Faber reveals that MMA star Nate Diaz once thought he was rich with just $15,000, planned to buy a house and a car: Here’s how much Diaz has made now
In a lighthearted moment, Urijah Faber shared a funny tale about Nate Diaz's financial misunderstanding post-The Ultimate Fighter victory. With a newfound $15,000, Diaz was eager to purchase a home for his mom, only to be hit with a financial reality check while car shopping with a buddy. Though a championship eluded him, Diaz has thrived in the UFC, now boasting a large net worth from multiple ventures.
IOC to buy crude, LPG ships as West Asia crisis exposes shipping risks
Indian Oil Corporation aims to enhance control over its energy supply chain by acquiring crude oil carriers and LPG vessels. The company is also exploring domestic shipbuilding initiatives under the Make in India program. Amid increasing freight rates and tensions in West Asia, IOC has adjusted its shipping strategy significantly. It has diversified crude procurement, sourcing significant amounts from various countries, including Russia and Venezuela.
F&O Talk: Nifty’s bullish structure intact after best week in 5 years; Sudeep Shah on HDFC Bank strategy, picks 5 stocks this festive season
Nifty surged 8% to post its strongest weekly gain in five years, supported by improving technical indicators and bullish momentum. SBI Securities’ Sudeep Shah discusses market outlook, HDFC Bank’s rally, mid- and smallcap trends, AI-linked stock risks and sectors showing promising buying opportunities.
Diwali 2026: Delhi Metro to commence services at 6 am on select routes; check new timings here
Delhi Metro has announced earlier train services on select lines for Diwali festivities. Trains on the Pink Line, Magenta Line, and Grey Line will begin operations at 6 am. Regular services will continue according to the Sunday timetable after the early start. Last trains from all terminal stations will depart at 10 pm on Sunday. This revised schedule aims to accommodate commuters during the festive occasion.
Delhi AQI today: National capital’s air continues to remain toxic, AQI crosses 400 at over 22 stations; check IMD weather forecast and AQI
Delhi air pollution news: Delhi is experiencing a serious decline in air quality with an AQI reading of 365. As Diwali approaches, pollution levels may increase due to firecracker use and stubble burning. The Commission for Air Quality Management has implemented stage three measures to manage air quality. Forecasts indicate continued poor air quality, likely reaching severe levels from November 7 to 9.
Auto sector sees strong Dhanteras deliveries, expects momentum to continue till Diwali
Automakers and dealerships reported strong Dhanteras deliveries following robust Navratri sales, with Maruti Suzuki expecting over 30,000 deliveries and Tata Motors targeting 12,000 units. Hyundai anticipates nearly 14% growth in festive deliveries. Dealers reported healthy demand across vehicle segments, while the pre-owned car market also witnessed a significant sales uptick.
Lost money to a UPI scam? The first 3 days could decide how much you can recover
In the blink of an eye, UPI scams can wipe out your bank savings, but there's hope for victims. The Reserve Bank of India stands ready to safeguard you against unauthorized transactions. Discover essential actions to take the moment fraud strikes, understand how liability is assessed, and find out what steps to take if your bank turns down your claim.
Best mid cap mutual funds to invest in October 2026
As per Sebi norms, the mid cap mutual funds are mandated to invest in companies that are between 101 and 250 in the market capitalisation. These companies can be leaders of tomorrow. That’s what makes them great bets. If these companies live up to the promise, the market will reward the investors handsomely.
Trump's India envoy Sergio Gor eyed for promotion to top Washington posts, including Rubio's job: Report
After the midterms, attention in Washington DC turned toward potential administrative shifts and positions. US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor emerged as a candidate for senior roles within the administration. Despite speculation, both Gor and administration representatives have rejected these reports about his ambitions. Gor emphasized his loyalty to Secretary Marco Rubio, calling him irreplaceable and a great friend.
SpiceJet’s meltdown: Rs 5,500 crore raised, but where did the money go?
SpiceJet's mounting financial crisis raises serious questions over the fate of more than Rs 5,500 crore raised in recent years, its unpaid dues, operational collapse and regulatory oversight. Despite repeated capital infusions, the airline faces mounting losses and possible bankruptcy, while questions persist over fund utilisation, management accountability and aviation safety.
Beyond Equity: Jiraaf’s Saurav Ghosh on how to customise your portfolio, and the importance of bonds
An investment portfolio should be customised to one’s own needs, because there tends to be no one-size-fits-all portfolio. The idea is to ensure financial goals are realised across timelines and not just a decade or twenty years later. Jiraaf founder, Saurav Ghosh, talked about the customisation, profit margins, risk management and more when it comes to allocating a part of one’s portfolio to bonds. Read on!
New York Governor Race Results 2026: Who is winning Kathy Hochul vs Bruce Blakeman? Latest updates as votes are counted
NYC election results: Kathy Hochul seeks re-election, facing off against Republican Bruce Blakeman in the New York gubernatorial race. With a significant 14-point lead in recent polls amongst likely voters, Hochul's victory isn't guaranteed yet, as vote counting has not commenced. Blakeman's campaign highlights affordability and taxation, while Hochul aims to deliver economic relief, attributing rising costs to the prior administration's policies.
Government has fiscal headroom to absorb Rs 50,000 crore revenue loss from LTCG tax abolition: SBI Research
SBI Research indicates that eliminating the long-term capital gains tax may lead to a modest revenue decline, estimated to be between Rs 40,000-50,000 crore for FY28. The suggested reforms involve raising the exemption limits and introducing lower tax rates based on extended holding durations. Furthermore, an increase in the Securities Transaction Tax is expected to help mitigate some revenue losses, thereby fostering foreign investment and enhancing market confidence.
LTCG abolition may cost just Rs 40,000–50,000 crore, SBI estimates show
SBI Research estimates that abolishing long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax would cost the government just Rs 40,000–50,000 crore in FY27, far below the Rs 1.3 lakh crore collected in FY25. Weaker stock market returns and sustained foreign investor outflows have significantly reduced expected collections, suggesting the move may not derail the government's fiscal consolidation plans.
Top 10 mutual funds to invest in November 2026
ETMutualFunds decided to put out a list of top 10 mutual fund schemes. We have chosen two schemes from five different equity mutual fund categories - aggressive hybrid, large cap, mid cap, small cap and flexi cap schemes – which we believe should be enough for regular mutual fund investors. There are caveats: read till the end to ensure you are picking up the best scheme for you.
US Supreme Court snubs Trump admin in California ballots case
The US Supreme Court rejected an emergency request by the Trump administration regarding mail-in ballots in California. This request aimed to challenge over 20,000 ballots on the assumption that voters might be non-citizens. Lower courts previously dismissed similar allegations, arguing they indicated election interference. The administration had also faced challenges regarding other states' elections, including Alaska. Voter fraud cases are consistently found to be rare and not affecting election results.
Govt mulls giving Cert-In enforceable powers to mandate patching
Last month, two critical flaws in the PHP programming language, discovered with the help of AI, created worldwide panic as hackers targeted the vulnerabilities millions of times, and led to governments including the US, UK, France, Germany and Japan taking down public websites. PHP powers 69.3% of websites worldwide.
Best mutual fund SIP portfolios to invest in November 2026
ETMutualFundslaunched its recommended mutual fund portfolios to invest through SIPs in October 2016. Since then, we have been closely monitoring the schemes in these portfolios and coming up with updates on them regularly. We also inform our readers about poorly performing schemes and replacements for them. The schemes in these ready made portfolios are selected based on our in-house methodology mentioned at the end of this article.
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