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Why India’s new closing auction is agonising traders: Q&A
India’s new 20-minute closing auction system is facing renewed scrutiny after the Sensex briefly plunged nearly 3% during Thursday’s session, highlighting concerns over thin liquidity and price volatility. Introduced on August 3 to improve price discovery and align India with global markets, the system has also come under SEBI’s lens following an alleged market-manipulation case.
99.97% haircut? How the scissors worked in the Subhash Chandra case
NCLT has approved a resolution plan allowing Zee founder Subhash Chandra to pay about ₹6.5 crore against ₹22,006.57 crore in admitted claims in insolvency case. The 99.97% haircut has sparked controversy, but the claims relate to his role as a personal guarantor, not personal borrowing. Creditors can retain recovery rights against the principal borrowing companies.
The most expensive half-sentence in market history, and Warren Buffett wrote the other half
He wrote it as a caution. Somebody published just one half of it. A great many investors acted on the half they were shown. Warren Buffett was angry enough to still be writing about it a year later, and he did something he almost never does. He worked out what it had cost them.
'Indian debt resolution justice," Vijay Mallya alleges denial of justice, raises debt resolution questions
In December 2025, Mallya had questioned the Central government and public sector banks over what he described as inconsistent statements on the amounts recovered from him, and demanded the appointment of a retired judge to investigate the matter.
Four dams built on the Klamath River between 1918 and 1966 made power, not water storage; in 2024, the last came down, reopening 420 miles of salmon habitat
In a groundbreaking initiative, four dams on the Klamath River spanning California and Oregon have been dismantled after a century of existence, revitalizing roughly 420 miles of crucial salmon habitat. Following years of intense discussions, the demolition was completed in October 2024. Experts predict a resurgence in salmon populations over the next twelve to twenty-five years as ongoing restoration efforts, costing millions, take effect.
In 1999, a small unit mismatch sent NASA's Mars Climate Orbiter deep into the Martian atmosphere and led to the failure of the mission
In 1999, a small unit mismatch sent NASA's Mars Climate Orbiter deep into the Martian atmosphere and led to the failure of the mission. The spacecraft received correct commands and survived its journey from Earth, but ground software used pound-force-seconds while navigation software expected newton-seconds. The resulting error changed the predicted trajectory and sent the spacecraft below its planned Mars orbit.
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In 2025, astronomers discovered 3I/ATLAS, only the third confirmed interstellar object. 1 year later, its heavy water revealed clues to a cold alien planetary system
In 2025, astronomers discovered 3I/ATLAS, only the third confirmed interstellar object. 1 year later, its heavy water revealed clues to a cold alien planetary system. ALMA and the James Webb Space Telescope found high deuterium levels in its water. The result suggests that its ice formed below about 30 kelvin and preserved chemical evidence from another planetary system for billions of years before entering the Solar System.
Dutch regulator fines Uber $966 million for automating driver suspensions
The penalty would be the second-largest issued yet under Europe's General Data Protection Regulation. It is behind only a €1.2 billion fine imposed on Meta by Ireland in 2023 for unlawfully transferring European Facebook users' data to the United States. Meta is appealing.
India’s exports to US hold firm after a year of Trump’s tariffs
The US continues to account for about 20% of India’s exports despite tariff tensions and New Delhi’s push to diversify trade. New agreements and faster growth in other markets are expanding alternatives, but replacing US demand could take years.
In 1742, a Swedish astronomer proposed the centigrade temperature scale simplifying global scientific communication, weather tracking and metric alignment: How Anders Celsius invention changed the world?
In 1742, a Swedish astronomer proposed the centigrade temperature scale simplifying global scientific communication, weather tracking and metric alignment. Anders Celsius developed a 100-degree scale for measuring temperature with a mercury thermometer. His original scale was later reversed, creating the Celsius scale used in science, weather reports and daily temperature measurements.
In 1956, solar power was priced at about $1,865 per watt and survived largely because spacecraft needed lightweight power. Decades later, prices fell below 50 cents per watt and solar became the cheapest new electricity
Solar power once cost a staggering $1,865 per watt in inflation-adjusted terms. Today, solar panels can cost only a fraction of a dollar per watt. That extraordinary collapse changed the energy market. The first practical solar cells found a home in spacecraft because ordinary electricity could not justify their price. Decades of better manufacturing, larger factories and higher efficiency turned solar energy into one of the cheapest sources of new electricity.
US Army in 1946 sent radar pulse towards moon and something astonishing happened 2.5 seconds later
The year 1946 saw a remarkable feat by the US Army as they bounced radar signals off the Moon, demonstrating that radio waves can traverse the ionosphere. This innovative test, called Project Diana, utilized modified radar equipment from WWII. The successful detection of lunar echoes not only confirmed this capability but also served as a catalyst for the evolution of radar astronomy and the broader realm of space exploration.
REIT mutual funds vs REITs: Why the fund route may be the smarter bet
Despite their benefits, REITs have not found widespread acceptance. Tax treatment is a major hurdle. When investing directly in REITs, investors face multiple layers of taxes. But two things have now changed. From 1 January 2026, REITs are classified as equity for taxation purposes. This means gains on investments held for more than 12 months qualify as LTCG and are taxed at 12.5%.
Why AI Adoption Stalls, According to Industry Data
Many companies report widespread AI usage but disappointing returns, assuming the problem lies in execution rather than adoption. New research shows that AI initiatives often stall because employees’ industry-shaped anxiety about relevance, identity, and job security drives surface-level use without real commitment. Leaders who treat AI adoption as a psychological and contextual challenge—not just a technical rollout—are far more likely to convert experimentation into sustained impact.
CA Day 2026: Why is it celebrated on July 1? Know history, this year's theme, motto
CA Day: July 1 marks the 77th anniversary of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), the world's second-largest accounting body. Established in 1949, even before India's Constitution, ICAI plays a crucial role beyond tax filing, guiding businesses through complex financial landscapes. Its motto, "the one who is awake in those that sleep," underscores the profession's core values of vigilance and accountability, ensuring trust in the nation's financial dealings.
Astronomers discover two of the 'puffiest' planets ever, each as big as Jupiter but lighter than cotton candy
Astronomers have unveiled two colossal "super-puff" exoplanets, TOI-791 b and TOI-791 c, orbiting a distant star. These Jupiter-sized worlds boast incredibly low densities, lighter than cotton candy, challenging current planet formation theories. Discovered through years of observation, including data from Antarctica, these rare planets offer a unique window into the evolution of giant worlds.
8th Pay Commission salary hike: Why this employee body is recommending Rs 55,000 minimum basic pay to 8th CPC
The Jammu & Kashmir Employees' Federation has urged the 8th Pay Commission to implement a fitment factor of 3.05 and a minimum basic pay of Rs 55,000 for central government employees. Their proposal includes revising family units, merging dearness allowance, and adjusting for increased consumption costs to achieve this target.
7th Pay Commission: After UP, Haryana government hikes DA, DR for its employees, pensioners; Check new rates
Haryana government employees and pensioners will now receive dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) at 58%. This revision, effective July 1, 2025, marks the final DA hike under the 7th Pay Commission. Arrears for July to September 2025 will be disbursed in November.
Using an EMI calculator to plan loan against property repayment
Loans against property offer benefits like low interest rates and long repayment tenors. Borrowers can use the funds for any housing or business-related expenses. A loan against property EMI calculator helps in planning expenses and comparing offers from different lenders, saving time and effort.
10 Best Scientific Calculators in India For Versatile Functionality (2023)
Are you looking to buy a scientific calculator? It is a sophisticated device that aims to make your life easier with versatile functionality and high-speed calculations. Take a look at our curated selection of the best scientific calculators available right now in India from top brands. Scroll below to know more.
7 Best Scientific Calculators Under 1000 in India For Easier Processing (2023)
Are you looking to buy scientific calculators under 1000? Have a look at our curated list of the best scientific calculators for your budget. These calculators have sleek and sturdy designs, high-quality processing software, versatile functionality, and an array of features that are specially designed to make your calculations fast, seamless, and hassle-free. Scroll down to know more.
7 Best Texas Instruments Scientific Calculators in India For A Smooth Performance (2023)
Are you looking to buy a fast and versatile scientific calculator? Texas Instruments scientific calculators are some of the best available options in the market for you. Take a look at our curated selection and know more about their functionality, features, and prices. Scroll down to know more about them.
Russian crude oil export duty to increase to $43.3/T in Dec -finance ministry
Here are export duties in U.S. dollars per tonne: December November RICs Average price for calculation 71.10 70.20 (barrel) Average price (tonne) 519.20 512.60 Crude oil 43.30 42.70 Light products, middle distillates 12.90 12.80 Gasoline 12.90 12.80 Diesel 12.90 12.80 Naphtha 23.80 23.40 Heavy products 43.30 42.70 Petroleum coke 2.80 2.70 Oil lubricants 12.90 12.80 Propane-butane blend 80.90 96.20 LPG clean fractions 72.80 86.5.
If I am vaccinated and get COVID-19, what are my chances of dying?
This is a very reasonable question to ask, but a challenging one to answer.
New shareholders’ fund boosted PSU’s embedded value nearly 5x
LIC’s embedded value (EV) jumped to nearly Rs 5.4 lakh crore in September 2021. This was more than five times higher from the Rs 95,605-crore EV clocked six months earlier in March. EV is a measure of an insurer’s current net worth and present value of future profits.
3.1415926535897932384626… in the Sk
Not the kind of calculator you use to do your tax returns. Gentle readers, your school maths understanding of pi – or π, if all this is not Greek to you – may be 22/7, but that fraction, as any friendly nerd will tell you, is only an approximation of what is actually the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter.
Is city life doing more harm to you than good? Air pollution raises risk of a heart failure
Where you live can heavily contribute to your overall well-being.
Recent layoffs at IT companies just a fraction of overall headcount
Most firms explain the layoffs as letting-go of under-performers.
NASA stopwatch can measure billionth of second
Engineers at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Centre in the US built the timer for for the Ice, Cloud and land Elevation Satellite-2 (ICESat-2) scheduled to launch in 2018.
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