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Gold and silver prices began Monday’s session on a weaker note on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX), as an appreciating U.S. dollar, driven by escalating tensions in the oil-rich Middle East, weighed on bullion. Gold futures for June delivery slipped 0.68%, or Rs 1,000 per 10 grams, to trade at Rs 1,46,255 per…

A match during Round 1 of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026. (Pic credit: FIDE) The Candidates chess tournament, which started in Cyprus on Sunday, has taken care that the men won’t lose on time. But only after the 41st move. Until that point, they may suffer as the principle of legendary Bobby Fischer is unfollowed,…

Fakhar Zaman (Image credit: PSL) Pakistan star batter Fakhar Zaman was allegedly caught red-handed on live television for tampering with the ball during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) clash between Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings at the Gaddafi Stadium. He appeared to be caught on camera, prompting on-field umpires to intervene, speak to captain Shaheen…

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: Ipca Laboratories, and AU Small Finance Bank are the stocks that Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk recommends buying for the week starting March 30, 2026. Target prices and potential upsides are listed below: Stock Name CMP (Rs) Target (Rs) Upside (%) Ipca Laboratories 1595 1820…

Riyan Parag and Ruturaj Gaikwad Sanju Samson is set for an emotional reunion as he faces Rajasthan Royals for the first time since joining Chennai Super Kings, adding a compelling subplot to Monday’s IPL clash in Guwahati. Having been the face of RR for over a decade, leading them to the 2022 final and becoming…

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma was seen in his true colours, batting in his typical style and dispatching bowlers all over the park with complete authority in IPL 2026 as Mumbai Indians took on Kolkata Knight Riders in their opening match.The decision to bowl first didn’t work for…

Oil prices surged sharply on Monday, with Brent crude crossing the $110 mark and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) climbing past $100 a barrel, as the Middle East conflict completed its one month. Markets remained on edge as Houthis enter the Iran war and US plans to extend onground presence in the region, further fueling uncertainty…

Rameez Raza and Shaheen Afridi (PSL Photo) NEW DELHI: After the ball-tampering scandal rocked the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Lahore Qalandars captain Shaheen Afridi expected the burning question to come his way – and it did. Following Lahore Qalandars’ defeat, Afridi was asked about the dramatic final over that involved alleged ball tampering by his…

Shaheen Afridi and Fakhar Zaman (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: It seems Pakistan cricket and controversies go hand in hand. Now, a fresh row has erupted – this time over alleged ball-tampering by Pakistan cricketers in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL). The incident took place during a PSL match between Lahore Qalandars and Karachi…

NEW DELHI: The penalty on nine carmakers that failed to meet the Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE-2) targets for three years — FY23 to FY25 — has been revised to Rs 2,728 crore, as per power ministry’s presentation made to the PMO last week. Earlier, the penalty was estimated around Rs 7,800 crore.Earlier, penalty was…