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Why stock market up today? Nifty50 above 23,900; BSE Sensex rallies over 2,800 points

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 03:48
Stock market today: Buoyed by the two week US-Iran ceasefire, stock markets opened in green on Wednesday, rallying strongly ahead of the RBI monetary policy review. While Nifty50 went above 23,900, BSE Sensex rose over 2,800 points.
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Uttarakhand police unable to enforce UCC due to delay in software update

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 03:25
A senior police officer said provisions of the law have not yet been uploaded on the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems
Categories: National News

Sooryavanshi stuns Bumrah, does what Samson, Abhishek, Gill couldn’t in T20s

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 03:23
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi achieved a remarkable feat against Jasprit Bumrah in the IPL, smashing two sixes off the formidable bowler in his very first encounter. This electrifying performance saw the young batsman score 39 off 14 balls, a feat no other prominent T20 star has managed against Bumrah.
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U.S. envoy to India Gor meets U.S. Commerce secretary Lutnick

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 03:13
Gor said he also had a meeting with Ben Black, the CEO of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche
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The good, the bad, and the ugly: Inside the world of shadow libraries in 2026

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 03:12
The preservation and sharing of knowledge online is a common goal for numerous academics, activists, pirates, hackers, and technologists. However, these efforts are both complicated and enriched by clashing beliefs 
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'Not end of war': Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei cautions after two-week ceasefire with US

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 03:09
Iran's Supreme Leader ordered a ceasefire after a month of conflict, stating it's not the end of the war. This move follows a stern warning from Trump and Iran's conditions for a lasting resolution, including sanctions relief and compensation. Tehran also pledged not to pursue nuclear weapons if its terms are met.
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‘Hum mazdoor aadmi hain’: Shami stays grounded despite prolonged India snub

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:58
Ace pacer Mohammed Shami, returning to his 'karm bhoomi' Eden Gardens, emphasised his 'labourer' mentality and commitment to hard work despite injuries and national team absence. He highlighted the importance of staying grounded and retaining his hunger for the game, drawing strength from his farmer roots and dedication to Bengal cricket.
Categories: National News

In Assam’s Mankachar, BJP’s infiltrator rhetoric causes hurt amidst geographical isolation, joblessness, and trouble with neighbouring Meghalaya

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:56
The 2023 delimitation exercise in Assam saw the two constituencies of South Salmara-Mankachar, situated in the south-westernmost tip of Assam, merging into one, named Mankachar
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BJP govt at Centre ‘deceived’ Rajbanshis by not delivering poll promises, says Abhishek Banerjee

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:48
TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee said the BJP at the Centre is yet to respond to the demand by the West Bengal government to recognise Rajbanshi language under the eighth schedule of the Constitution
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Has the war ended? 10 things to know about the US-Iran ceasefire

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:40
US President Trump announced a two-week pause on military strikes against Iran, contingent on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and diplomatic engagement. While a narrow window for talks has opened, the situation remains volatile. Iran has proposed a 10-point peace framework, but discrepancies and ongoing military activity highlight the fragility of the de-escalation.
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Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for April 8 - check list

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:33
Stock market recommendations: Birlasoft, Bajaj Holdings, and Gujarat Ambuja Exports Ltd are the stocks recommended for buying by Mehul Kothari, DVP - Technical Research at Anand Rathi Shares today (April 8, 2026):
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'I have Maharaja’s sword': Delhi cops say assembly breach accused showing violent behaviour

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:19
A farmer, Sarabjit Singh, drove into Vidhan Sabha seeking help for his missing nephew, claiming he initially planned to target Parliament. Police are investigating his claims, including erratic statements about a "maharaja's sword," while his family insists he is mentally disturbed. No weapons were found, and authorities are verifying his medical documents.
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‘It’s amazing’: Hardik Pandya in awe of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s fearless rise

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:18
Hardik Pandya lauded 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless 39 off 14 balls, which, alongside Jaiswal's 77, propelled Rajasthan Royals to 150/3. Mumbai Indians fell short, restricted to 123/9 in the rain-hit IPL clash. Pandya attributed the loss to his bowlers' lack of execution, urging his team to learn and bounce back stronger.
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Untested TVK adding suspense to the script of Tamil Nadu thriller this time

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:17
As Vijay’s fledgling party makes its electoral debut two years after its founding, political observers say it could mirror the early performance of Vijayakanth’s DMDK, securing 8-10% of vote share; some argue the film personality’s popularity alone won’t suffice for lasting political impact
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Tamil Nadu election: TVK leader Sengottaiyan’s nomination accepted after being kept on hold

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:11
When Mr. Sengottaiyan’s nomination papers were taken up, representatives of AIADMK candidate V.B. Prabhu raised objections, pointing to alleged discrepancies in the affidavit.
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Why does India want fast breeder nuclear reactors? | Explained

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:11
Most of India’s current reactors are pressurised heavy water reactors, which are inefficient because only a small fraction of the fuel, around 1%, undergoes fission before it becomes unusable
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