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Airtel price hike alert, Rs 859 prepaid plan now costs Rs 899, benefits adjusted

Airtel price hike alert Rs prepaid plan now costs Rs benefits adjusted

وزارت خارجه چین: مذاکرات تهران و واشینگتن در مرحله‌ای بسیار بحرانی و حساس قرار دارد

وزارت خارجه چین اعلام کرد مذاکرات آمریکا و جمهوری اسلامی در مرحله‌ای «بسیار بحرانی و حساس» قرار دارد و همه طرف‌ها باید با «مسئولیت‌پذیری» در جهت اجرای توافق آتش‌بس عمل کنند. چین همچنین از اقدام آمریکا در توقیف یک کشتی ایرانی ابراز نگرانی کرد.

Oil prices rise and markets fall after US ship seizure hits Iran peace deal hopes

FTSE 100 slides and UK gas prices up amid fears strait of Hormuz will be closed for extended periodBusiness live – latest updatesOil prices rose sharply and European stock markets fell on Monday, after the US seizure of an Iranian vessel hit hopes for a peace deal.Brent crude, the international benchmark for oil prices, rose by as much as 5% on Monday to $95.50 (£70.75) a barrel. Continue reading...

Boost for energy sector: PM Modi to inaugurate Rs 79,450 crore petrochemical refinery — top things to know

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a significant refinery-cum-petrochemical complex in Rajasthan's Pachpadra. Developed by HPCL and the state government, this Rs 79,450 crore facility boasts a 9 MMTPA refining capacity and 2.4 MMTPA petrochemical output. Expected to commence commercial operations in July 2026, it aims to bolster India's energy security and reduce import reliance.

Rs 1,100-crore ‘shell company scam’: Who is Joy Kamdar, the Kolkata businessman arrested by ED?

The agency alleges that digital evidence and incriminating chats have exposed a strong nexus between Joy Kamdar and history-sheeter Sona Pappu, allegedly diverting crores from educational societies into a web of illegal transactions.

Russia, Turkmenistan working to create full cycle of ferrous metal production

Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov highlighted that Russian companies were implementing projects in the areas of metallurgy, mechanical engineering, pharmaceuticals, and light industry in Tajikistan as well

Fresh uncertainty over US-Iran war sends oil price back up

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Mulberry sees sales rebound in year of ‘decisive progress’

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China’s trade with Iran, Gulf states plunges as Strait of Hormuz crisis hits energy flows

China’s trade with Iran and Gulf countries fell sharply in March as restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz tightened amid the US-Israeli war on Iran. Newly released data by Chinese customs showed imports from Iran plunged 48 per cent year on year last month, while exports to the country dropped 90 per cent. Across the broader Middle East, exports to eight Persian Gulf economies – including Saudi Arabia and Qatar – fell by 57 per cent, while imports declined by nearly 33 per cent. The disruption...

Trustpilot hosts reviews of illegal casinos, raising concern among MPs

Reviews website features pages praising unlicensed sites’ supposed qualities as if they were legitimate businessesTrustpilot, the reviews website that offers to “find a company you can trust”, is hosting ratings of illegal casinos, raising concerns in Westminster about the potential risks posed to consumers.Unlicensed casino operators linked to financial harm, addiction and even suicide have flooded the UK market in recent years, often targeting people who are trying to limit their gambling by “...

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Commercial vs residential investing: Which investment gives better returns?

Commercial vs residential investing Which investment gives better returns

Asian financial bodies sound alert on Anthropic’s Mythos AI hacker

Regulators across Asia are stepping up scrutiny of cybersecurity risks in their financial systems, as concerns over Anthropic’s latest AI model Mythos spread. Singapore’s financial regulator is urging banks to plug holes, while South Korea’s government agencies have met to review and discuss how to respond to the risks. In Australia, authorities expect lenders to be vigilant to ensure clients are not put at risk by inadequate controls. The actions around the region reflect rising global concern....

کاهش حمایت دولت از بازسازی؛ مالکان خانه‌های آسیب‌دیده، خود را رهاشده می‌بینند

با زیر سوال رفتن و کاهش تعهدات دولت جمهوری اسلامی برای جبران خسارت خانه‌های تخریب‌شده در حملات آمریکا و اسرائیل، موجی از نارضایتی در میان شهروندانی شکل گرفته که انتظار داشتند دولت، با توجه به شعارها و وعده‌ها، مسئولیت بازسازی را بر عهده بگیرد.

What to know about Trump tariff refund site that launches Monday

What to know about Trump tariff refund site that launches Monday

Watch: Russia’s Tuapse refinery on fire after Ukraine strikes; two ships struck in Crimea

Ukraine has intensified its attacks on Russian, targeting its military and energy targets. Overnight drone strikes targeted two Russian landing ships in Sevastopol Bay of Crimea. The Tuapse oil refinery was also hit for the second time in a week. Russian officials confirmed damage to transport infrastructure at Tuapse port. One person was killed and another injured in the latest strike.

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Anyone with new mortgage in past month told 'take action as bank won't tell you'

Anyone with new mortgage in past month told 'take action as bank won't tell you'A mortgage expert said your bank won't tell you, but taking action could save you thousandsCommentsMoneySteven Smith Content Editor08:28, 20 Apr 2026Updated 08:37, 20 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesYou're entitled to change(Image: Dusan Dinic via Getty Images)Borrowers who have had a mortgage offered directly with their bank over the past month or so have been warned by an expert to do one important th...

The miracle at India's petrol pumps

The miracle at Indias petrol pumps

Green continues fine form before first women's major

Green continues fine form before first women's majorImage source, Getty ImagesByFlora SnelsonBBC Sport journalistPublished12 minutes agoJM Eagle LA Championship, final leaderboard-17 H Green (Aus) SY Kim (Kor), JH Im (Kor); -16 I Yoon (Kor)Selected: -14 P Tavatanakit (Tha); -12 M Katsu (Jpn); -9 J Kupcho (US) -6 J Ewart Shadoff (Eng)Full leaderboardAustralian Hannah Green's strong start to 2026 continued with victory in the JM Eagle LA Championship - her fourth triumph of the year.In M...