Over $30/barrel discount: Iraq cuts crude prices, but buyers beware!

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has been severely disrupted since the conflict escalated toward the end of February, and renewed clashes between the US and Iran on Monday have raised fresh concerns.

After OpenAI raised over $4bn; Anthropic announces partnership with Blackstone & others

AI giants OpenAI and Anthropic are intensifying their competition by launching new ventures aimed at boosting enterprise AI adoption. Both companies have secured significant funding from major financial institutions to help businesses integrate their AI tools into daily operations. This strategic move prioritizes real-world usage and revenue growth as both firms reportedly explore public listings.

Welfare vs welfare: How BJP trumped Mamata’s ‘pro-woman’ appeal

How Joseph Vijay’s TVK harnessed algorithms & aura to shake Dravidian politics

India among most resilient large EMs, better placed for future global shocks: Moody’s

In its latest study on emerging-market sovereigns, the agency notes that India has ranked among the more resilient economies since 2020, based on multiple indicators such as sovereign bond spreads, domestic yield movements, and exchange-rate stability.

Indian esports scales up, but still awaits its 1983 Cricket World Cup moment

India’s esports ecosystem is scaling rapidly, backed by global exposure and new regulation, but still lacks a defining breakthrough. Animesh Agarwal outlines the gaps - structure, perception, and global success - even as S8UL expands internationally. For India, the shift from potential to proof hinges on a global win that can transform esports into a mainstream sporting narrative.

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw picks niece Claire Mazumdar as successor at Biocon: Report

Claire Mazumdar, 37 years of age, currently heads Bicara Therapeutics as its founder and CEO. The firm, which was incubated by Biocon and later listed on NASDAQ, went public in 2024 and now has a market valuation of over $1.6 billion.

Gold price prediction: Where are prices headed today - Check outlook for today

Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are expected to continue seeing volatility in the near-term, says Praveen Singh, Head Currencies and Commodities, Mirae Asset ShareKhan.

West Bengal verdict: Why Mamata tasted defeat when she put fish on plate?

Bookie allegedly shot dead by Khalistani shooters in Canada; gang links under probe

A man, identified by the alias Sam Canada and known as a bookie, was fatally shot in a Surrey office building, believed to be a targeted execution. Authorities are investigating potential links to pro-Khalistan shooters with Indian connections. A fugitive gangster claimed responsibility, alleging the victim was involved in match-fixing and betting, warning of further actions.

Election results 2026: How BJP beat anti-incumbency, one state at a time even as rivals lagged

Record low: Rupee falls to 95.40 against US dollar

The Indian rupee plunged to a record low of 95.40 against the US dollar on Tuesday, extending its decline amid escalating Middle East tensions and elevated crude oil prices. This global uncertainty is impacting financial markets, with Indian benchmark indices also trading lower. Analysts anticipate continued pressure on the rupee due to persistent dollar demand and foreign fund outflows.

Top stocks to buy or sell: Stock market recommendations for today

Stock market recommendations: While Lupin, and KEI Industries are recommended as buy calls by Somil Mehta, Head of Retail Research at Mirae Asset ShareKhan, Bharat Forge, and Punjab National Bank are seen as sell calls for May 5, 2026:

‘Virat Kohli, call me!’: IShowSpeed’s wild cricket clip goes viral - Watch

Internet personality IShowSpeed has gone viral again, this time with a cricket bat, calling out to Virat Kohli in a high-energy video. The clip shows Speed hitting the stumps and expressing his desire for Kohli and the ICC to notice him. This latest stunt further highlights his growing fascination with cricket and the Indian superstar.

Microsoft CEO makes a promise to Windows users: We will win back fans

Microsoft is doubling down on improving its consumer products, including Windows and Xbox, to boost user engagement. CEO Satya Nadella highlighted efforts to enhance quality, address core user needs, and win back fans.