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India's enduring love for gold spans centuries, evolving from tradition to modern investment. Women hold vast reserves, and the market is set for significant growth. Digital gold and ETFs are gaining traction alongside traditional jewellery. Gold remains a symbol of prosperity, security, and auspiciousness for Indians across generations.

Indian consumers may soon face higher prices as wholesale inflation surges, driven by global conflicts impacting commodity and energy costs. While retail inflation remains soft for now, a widening gap between wholesale and consumer price indices suggests businesses will likely pass on increased production expenses, leading to costlier everyday goods and services in the coming months.

The move to up the gold import duty comes days after PM Narendra Modi appeals to citizens to avoid unnecessary gold purchases for a year. But is a hike in duties an effective way to curb consumption? We take a look:

OpenAI has enabled over 600 employees to sell shares worth $6.6 billion, with some cashing out up to $30 million. This significant wealth creation is fueled by the intense AI talent war, particularly after Meta's substantial compensation offers, prompting OpenAI to boost salaries and equity packages to retain its workforce.

Keonjhar police have arrested two individuals, Surendra Patra and Sushanta Patra, in connection with the smuggling of metal chips from a construction site in Bandha village. The chips, originally left by Gayatri Company and seized by the Revenue Department in 2018, were found to be significantly depleted. The arrests followed a complaint from the Ghaispura tahasil, with further investigation underway.

Samsung India is now accepting registrations for its upcoming 2026 Vision AI televisions, set to launch this month. The new lineup will integrate the Vision AI Companion across all 4K UHD and above models, enhancing the viewing experience with AI. Early registrants can avail of discounts up to ₹10,000.

As the geopolitical landscape evolves, France's efforts to maintain influence in Africa are confronted with a shifting reality. The Sahel nations, now under military governance, are moving toward new alliances, with Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger seeking support from Russia for defense needs and China for economic growth.

Persistent foreign fund outflows and the rupee sliding to record lows have further dampened sentiment, prompting investors to stay cautious and intensify selling across equity markets.

It continues to get a 1.2-litre DualJet petrol engine with 80 bhp of power and a peak torque output of 104.4 Nm. While running on CNG, the power output is decreased to 71 bhp and the torque falls to 95 Nm. Gearbox options include only a 5-speed manual and the engine is compatible with E20 fuel- a blend of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol.

Rupee depreciation is not new, what is new however is the rapid pace at which it is falling. It’s the biggest risk for India’s external sector resilience at the moment. In just over a year, the rupee has depreciated over 14%.

Bengaluru's monsoon woes have escalated beyond potholes, with dangling and snapped cables now posing a severe public safety risk. Heavy rains expose the city's neglected infrastructure, turning roads and footpaths into death traps. Residents and traders blame unregulated cable installations, demanding urgent action and a shift to underground wiring to prevent potential fatalities.

Foreign investors are significantly reducing their stake in Indian equities, with FII ownership hitting a multi-year low. Concurrently, domestic institutional investors, particularly mutual funds fueled by SIPs, are increasing their holdings, absorbing much of the foreign selling and reshaping market ownership.

PM Modi has called on citizens to adopt measures aimed at conserving foreign exchange, as the surge in oil prices triggered by the Iran conflict has intensified pressure on the rupee and strained India’s foreign exchange reserves.

Mother's Day, observed on May 10, 2026, offers a perfect opportunity to gift tech gadgets. From the Samsung Galaxy S26 and Nothing Phone 4(a) Pro to Sennheiser earbuds and smartwatches like Noisefit Diva Arya, there's a wide array of options. Laptops and speakers also feature, ensuring a thoughtful present for every mom.

After Prada’s ‘sandal scandal’, Indian footwear labels are giving the chappal a high-fashion spin with sneaker and silk makeovers, bringing fresh attention to the craft and its artisans