Sensex down over 1,000 points - top 5 reasons for fall

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the equity benchmarks, crashed in trade on Friday amid weak global cues and the continued IT stocks selloff. While Nifty50 went below 25,600, BSE Sensex was down over 700 points.

Clavicular reportedly avoids conviction as Arizona drops felony fake ID and drug charges

Arizona prosecutors dropped felony and misdemeanor charges against Clavicular after his Scottsdale arrest for allegedly using a fake ID. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office said there was “no reasonable likelihood of conviction,” according to The New York Times. Clavicular, who streams on Kick, called the arrest “political persecution.” He remains a controversial online figure.

Gold price today: How much 18K, 22K and 24K gold costs in your city? Check rates

Gold futures surged by Rs 1,044 to Rs 1,53,880 per 10 grams on Friday. This rise was fueled by traders establishing fresh positions in response to strong spot market demand. International gold futures also saw an increase, trading at USD 4,962 per ounce.

Reliance bags US licence to buy Venezuela oil; may help replace Russian crude: Report

This general licence permits the acquisition, export, and sale of oil sourced from Venezuela that has already been produced, as well as its refining. Reliance had submitted its licence application in early January.

Lakhpati Didis, farmers & start-ups: Details of first files signed by PM Modi at new office

Prime Minister Narendra Modi signed a series of files from his new office complex, Seva Teerth. He approved a series of decisions focusing on women, youth, farmers and vulnerable citizens. According to the government, the first decisions from Seva Teerth reflect a spirit of “Seva” and aim to touch every section of society.

‘Plumbers of tech world’: JPMorgan explains importance of Indian IT sector amid AI turmoil

IT sector stocks crash: The correction has been severe, with roughly Rs 5.7 lakh crore in market value wiped out within eight trading sessions and the Nifty IT index declining about 19% over a short period.

American computer scientist, who called OpenAI a Ponzi scheme, writes a long post on AI

Computer scientist David Magerman, a veteran of Renaissance Technologies, argues that AI doomsday predictions are overblown hype. He asserts that current LLM-based AI solutions are largely in failing pilot stages and not yet used at scale in production environments.

Iceland’s Reynisfjara Beach experiences extensive erosion threat

Watch: CIA’s latest move to lure Chinese military officers to spy for US

Woman who survived Nipah infection dies due to cardiac arrest

A Nipah virus survivor in West Bengal has tragically passed away from cardiac arrest after a prolonged coma and lung infection. This incident follows a recent outbreak in the state, though authorities maintain the situation is under control. Nipah, a virus with a high fatality rate, requires supportive treatment and prevention focuses on avoiding bat-contaminated fruits and animal contact.

Explained: What is Bangladesh’s ‘July Charter’ referendum and what it proposes

Threat from father after marriage: Right to marry by choice part of personal liberty, says HC

The Court placed the dispute squarely within the framework of personal liberty under Article 21. It noted that marriage is a right which flows from human liberty and individual discretion.

Why is stock market down today? Nifty50 goes below 25,600; BSE Sensex down 700 points

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the equity benchmarks, crashed in trade on Friday amid weak global cues and the continued IT stocks selloff. While Nifty50 went below 25,600, BSE Sensex was down over 700 points.

Watch: Elderly woman blocks scooter on footpath, internet can’t stop cheering

An elderly woman in Kozhikode bravely confronted a scooter rider attempting to use the footpath to bypass traffic. Standing firm, she asserted the pavement is for pedestrians, not vehicles. Her courageous stand, captured on video, has garnered widespread admiration online, highlighting the importance of respecting public spaces and pedestrian safety.

Several schools in Delhi get bomb threat emails; security upped

Multiple Delhi schools received bomb threats on Friday, triggering immediate security responses from the Delhi Police. Teams were deployed to investigate the calls, with the first received at BD Tamil Education School. Authorities are urging calm as security checks are conducted.