Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Monday said the central bank is closely monitoring inflation risks arising from the spike in energy prices due to the Iran war, but cautioned that there is limited scope for policy intervention in such supply-driven shocks.Speaking at Harvard University before nearly 400 students, Powell said energy shocks typically tend…
Google is said to be in talks with the Department of War (previously Department of Defense) to bring its powerful Gemini AI models into the heart of the US military. However, according to a report from The Information (via news agency Reuters), the tech giant is insisting on strict contract terms to ensure the technology…
Lady Gaga just broke a lot of hearts, including her own, after cancelling her Montreal concert at the last minute. Fans were gearing up for her final night at the Bell Centre, but Gaga pulled the plug on April 6, explaining she was too sick to take the stage. The ‘A Star IS Born’ star…
Nick Jonas paid an emotional tribute to his childhood friend and ‘sister’, Maya Kibbel on her birth anniversary on Friday. The singer, in a heartfelt post, shared a touching tribute to his childhood friend, who passed away last month after a long private battle with a rare genetic condition. Nick Jonas remembers ‘sister’ Maya on…
NEW DELHI: Election campaigns across India are increasingly defined by what parties promise to give and while the “freebie culture” may be catching on in other states, it was pioneered in Tamil Nadu. Across the state, parties are once again rolling out promises of cash transfers, subsidised services and household goods, each attempting to outdo…
As the April 9 assembly elections in Kerala approach, the state’s political landscape is intensely focused on minority communities, particularly the Christian electorate. For decades, the United Democratic Front (UDF) has relied on Christian voters, especially the Syrian Christian population in central Kerala, to secure key constituencies. However, in 2026, this traditional alignment is being…
Quiet vacationing is an emerging workplace trend where employees stay partially connected during time off instead of fully disconnecting. Driven by burnout, heavy workloads and remote work flexibility, it reflects growing anxiety about falling behind after leave. While it may help manage work pressure temporarily, experts say it signals deeper issues in workplace culture and…
Oil prices tumbled sharply on Monday after US President Donald Trump ordered a five-day halt to planned military strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure, easing fears of escalation in the Middle East conflict.Brent crude fell more than 15% during the session, dropping to a low of $96 per barrel, breaking below the $100…
NEW DELHI: PM Modi on Saturday reached out to floor leaders of all parties in both Houses, seeking their support for the unanimous passage next week of the women’s reservation bills that aim to earmark a third of the seats in the Lok Sabha and assemblies from 2029. “After extensive deliberations, we have reached the…
Mamta Banerjee (PTI file photo) NEW DELHI: Mamata Banerjee on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the BJP at an election rally in Purulia, alleging that the party would restrict Bengali food habits, including fish and meat, if it comes to power.Addressing the rally, she said, “BJP says can’t eat fish, meat, eggs; they don’t…