Rupee slides 40 paise to 95.76 against dollar as tariff concerns, oil prices weigh on sentiment

The rupee weakened for a second straight session on Wednesday, falling 40 paise to close at 95.76 against the US dollar amid concerns over proposed US tariffs, rising crude oil prices, persistent foreign fund outflows and escalating geopolitical tensions, PTI reported.Forex traders said investor sentiment came under pressure after the Office of the United States…

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Microplastics found inside popular freshwater fish species in Udupi | Mangaluru News

Illustration showing microplastics pollution, with tiny plastic particles suspended in water and surrounding marine life, highlighting environmental contamination and ocean health concerns Udupi: A new study by researchers from the Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), MAHE, and Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has revealed the widespread presence of microplastics, that are tiny plastic…

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(T)oo (M)uch (C)haos? Mamata Banerjee’s party faces its biggest crisis — Latest developments | India News

Mamata Banerjee addresses the first protest rally since losing the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections at Esplanade, Kolkata NEW DELHI: Trinamool means “grassroots” — a name chosen by Mamata Banerjee when she founded the party in 1998 to project it as a movement powered from the ground up. But on Wednesday, the castle that Mamata…

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India’s economy shows resilience amid geopolitical uncertainty, says RBI deputy governor

India’s economy has remained resilient despite geopolitical tensions, supply-chain disruptions and volatile commodity prices, supported by strong industrial and services activity, broad-based demand and improving corporate performance, RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J said.In a speech at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), Columbia University, the Deputy Governor said inflation remains within the Reserve…

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Mescom gears up to tackle monsoon challenges | Mangaluru News

Mangaluru: Mangalore Electricity Supply Company (Mescom) has geared up to address potential challenges during the monsoon season. To undertake emergency maintenance and restoration works across its jurisdiction, Mescom has formed a task force comprising 489 personnel across 14 divisions in the four districts. A total of 62 vehicles have also been deployed for emergency operations….

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‘Rajat Patidar must be in front of the queue’: Michael Clarke backs RCB captain for India call-up | Cricket News

Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s captain Rajat Patidar (AP Photo) Rajat Patidar‘s rise as one of the most influential figures in the IPL continued in 2026 as he guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a second successive title. The RCB captain not only led the franchise from the front but also played a vital role with the bat,…

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