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Family ‘opens cafeteria’ on flight: Viral video leaves social media divided, ‘Indians and their habit of…’
A viral video shows ‘North Indian’ passengers treating a flight like a cafeteria, causing debate on cultural habits and their impact on fellow travellers. While some criticise the strong food odours, others defend their right to eat as they please and challenge cultural assumptions.
People risk lives to retrieve LPG cylinders from debris amid Nepal flash floods, video goes viral | Watch
Rescue efforts are currently underway in Nepal as rescuers are wading through mud and sludge to look for survivors in the floods. Amid this, mostly men were spotted collecting LPG cylinders from the debris.
Next market winners: Jefferies sees potential in data centers as hyperscalers race for AI capacity
Hyperscalers are accelerating data-centre leasing as power constraints and lengthy development timelines limit supply. North American non-commenced leases reached 25.5 GW in Q2 2026, up sharply year-on-year, with third-party operators expected to deliver an increasing share of future capacity.
From KitKat to Maggi: Investigation reveals global food brands use different recipes in India
Nestlé's Indian KitKat contains 4.5% cocoa, contrasting with Australia's 22%, according to a Reuters report, adding that Indian Maggi noodles use palm oil, unlike pricier sunflower oil in the UK. Health activists say many Indian consumers believe they are being offered lower-quality products.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Indian equities reversed morning gains to close sharply lower, with Sensex falling 183 points and Nifty declining 0.52%. IT stocks weakened on visa concerns, offsetting gains in banks and metals. Technical signals pointed to continued range-bound trading and caution.
Market Trading Guide: Ashok Leyland among 2 stock recommendations for Thursday
Indian markets ended marginally lower as sectoral divergence offset gains in banks and metals. IT stocks weakened on visa appointment concerns, while easing bond yields supported financials. Analysts recommended Ashok Leyland and NMDC, citing strong breakouts and improving technical momentum.
US-Canada Trade War Escalates as Ottawa Announces New Tariffs
The trade dispute between the United States and Canada has intensified after Ottawa announced retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion worth of US goods. The measures will cover around 700 products, with duties of 15%, 25% and 50% taking effect on September 8. Donald Trump has continued to attack Canada as the two sides struggle to reach a trade agreement, while other major US developments include a Supreme Court ruling involving mail-in voting, fresh pressure on Iran and the latest developments in Ukraine.
Nepal flash flood: Wall of water tears through Himalayan villages; terrifying videos surface
Footage released by Nepal Police and circulated widely on social media captured powerful currents of muddy floodwater surging through valleys in the country's Himalayan districts near the Tibet border.
Anthropic gears up for Wall Street debut: Five things investors need to know
Anthropic is preparing for a potential major Wall Street debut, fueled by rapid growth in AI coding through Claude Code. However, massive cash requirements, heavy losses, political tensions and fierce competition could test investor confidence in its long-term business model.
Zerodha to Bring Mutual Funds to Kite for One-App Investing
Zerodha plans to bring mutual fund investments directly to its popular Kite trading app within the next few months. Currently, users are redirected to the separate Coin app to purchase mutual funds. The new feature will allow investors to manage equities and mutual funds in one place, with Zerodha also planning an option to import mutual fund holdings from other platforms into Kite.
US Stocks Open Higher as Tech Shares Rebound Ahead of Nvidia Earnings
US stocks opened higher on Tuesday as technology shares recovered from Monday’s sell-off. The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all moved higher at the open, while investors focused on Nvidia’s upcoming earnings, inflation data and Federal Reserve policy signals. Nvidia’s results could be particularly important for determining the next direction of the AI-driven technology rally.
US Open 2026 tickets at $100: Mamdani announces discounted offer for New Yorkers; Check how to get them
For New Yorkers hoping to attend the 2026 US Open, the key detail is timing: the 1,000 discounted tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on August 26, with a limit of two $100 tickets per resident and availability on a first-come, first-served basis.
Meta shares hit 5% intraday high after $16.68 billion settlement over alleged harm to young users
Meta shares hit a 4.96% intraday high after the company agreed to pay up to $16.68 billion to settle claims that Facebook and Instagram harmed young users. The settlement covers claims by 29 US states and requires Meta to introduce usage limits and stronger safeguards for children on its platforms.
Nepal flash floods trigger Gandak alert in Bihar; several districts at risk
The districts facing the most immediate risk in Bihar include West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj and Saran, which are directly or closely connected to the Gandak river system. Authorities have also placed Muzaffarpur and Vaishali under heightened vigilance.
Capital Group sells 1% stake in D-Mart for Rs 2,537 crore
Capital Group divested a 1.04 percent stake in Avenue Supermarts for Rs 2,537 crore. This significant open market transaction involved selling over 67 lakh equity shares of D-Mart's parent company. The shares were offloaded at an average price of Rs 3,750.58 per share. Avenue Supermarts' stock experienced a slight decline following the divestment announcement. The company recently reported an 11.33 percent rise in its June quarter net profit.
Fed seen a bit more likely to hike after inflation data
US inflation data showed a slight increase in July. The personal consumption expenditures price index rose to 3.7 percent. Core inflation remained unchanged, indicating persistent underlying pressures. This data strengthens the argument for a Federal Reserve interest rate hike. Traders now anticipate a higher probability of a September rate increase.
US Fed rate hike bets rise after inflation edges up to 3.7%, higher than expectations
US inflation data showed a slight acceleration, challenging hopes for easing price pressures. The personal consumption expenditures price index rose 3.7% annually in July. Core inflation remained unchanged, indicating persistent underlying price pressures. This data increases the likelihood of the Federal Reserve raising interest rates soon. Markets now anticipate a higher probability of a September rate hike.
