Nine passengers abducted and killed by terrorists in Balochsitan

Nine passengers abducted and killed by terrorists in Balochsitan

Islamabad, July 11(HS): Armed militants abducted nine passengers from two buses in the Sur-Dakai area of Balochistan while en route to Punjab, subsequently killing them on Thursday night. The banned Balochistan Liberation Front claimed responsibility for the attack shortly after the incident. Zhob’s assistant commissioner, Naveed Alam, confirmed the recovery of the victims’ bodies, which…

Bullish trend in domestic bullion market;Gold and Silver prices up

Bullish trend in domestic bullion market;Gold and Silver prices up

Delhi, 11 July (H.S.): The domestic bullion market is experiencing a bullish trend today, with gold prices increasing by Rs 760 to Rs 830 per 10 grams. Currently, 24-carat gold is priced between Rs 99,000 and Rs 99,150 per 10 grams, while 22-carat gold is sold between Rs 90,750 and Rs 90,900 per 10 grams….

Ex Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's close economist Abul Barkat arrested

Ex Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's close economist Abul Barkat arrested

Dhaka, July 11 (H.S.): The interim government in Bangladesh has arrested Prof. Abul Barkat, a close aide of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, for embezzlement linked to the AnonTex Group, involving 2.97 billion Taka. Dhaka police took him into custody around 11:30 PM from Dhanmondi-2, as confirmed by Joint Commissioner Nasirul Islam. The Anti-Corruption Commission…

Stock market decline in early trading; Sensex, Nifty drop

Stock market decline in early trading; Sensex, Nifty drop

Delhi, 11 July (H.S.): In early trading, there is pressure on the stock market, with Sensex and Nifty declining. New Delhi, July 11 (H.S.): The domestic stock market is exhibiting a downward trend amid volatility this morning. The session opened weakly, with an initial surge due to buying support quickly followed by selling pressure leading…

FIDE Women's World Cup 2025: Humpy, Harika advance to third round

FIDE Women's World Cup 2025: Humpy, Harika advance to third round

Batumi, July 11 (HS): Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy advanced to the third round of the FIDE Women’s World Cup after defeating Uzbekistan’s Afruzha Khamdamova with a draw, finishing 1.5-0.5. D. Harika secured her position in the final 32 by overcoming compatriot P. V. Nandhidha. Hampy opted for a draw to save energy, while Harika employed…

Ireland and Zimbabwe dual-international PJ Moor retires from cricket

Ireland and Zimbabwe dual-international PJ Moor retires from cricket

Dublin/Harare, July 11 (H.S.): Veteran batsman PJ Moor, aged 35, announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday. He played 15 Tests, 49 ODIs, and 21 T20 internationals. Born in Harare, Zimbabwe, Moor began his international career in November 2014 against Bangladesh in ODIs, with his T20 debut in 2016 against Afghanistan and Test debut…

I just want to be consistent over all areas: Nitish Reddy

I just want to be consistent over all areas: Nitish Reddy

London, July 11 (H.S.): Young all-rounder Nitish Reddy emerged as India’s standout bowler on the first day of the Lord’s Test, taking two crucial wickets—Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley—in his first over. At 22, Nitish impressed with his disciplined bowling, albeit at the slowest speed among India’s four fast bowlers. He bowled 14 overs alongside…

Happy Square Outsourcing services hits upper circuit after listing

Happy Square Outsourcing services hits upper circuit after listing

New Delhi, July 10 (H.S.): Happy Square Outsourcing, the parent company of White Force, commenced trading today with a slight increase in stock market value. Shares debuted on the NSE’s SME platform at ₹77, a 1.32% premium over the issue price of ₹76, quickly reaching the upper circuit limit of ₹80.85, yielding a 6.38% profit…

Centre Grants Section 54EC Tax Benefit Status to IREDA Bonds

Centre Grants Section 54EC Tax Benefit Status to IREDA Bonds

Delhi, 10 July (H.S.): The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), under the Ministry of Finance, has classified bonds issued by the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) as a ‘long-term specified asset’ under section 54EC of the Income-tax Act, 1961, effective July 9, 2025. Bonds issued by IREDA on or after this date…

India Achieves 4,000% Solar Capacity Growth : Piyush Goyal

India Achieves 4,000% Solar Capacity Growth : Piyush Goyal

Delhi, 10 July (H.S.): Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, announced a remarkable 4,000% growth in India’s solar capacity, which now totals 227 GW, during the 11th India Energy Storage Week (IESW) 2025 in New Delhi. Notably, India may be the first G20 nation to fulfill its Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris…