Domestic stock market closes lower, Sensex dips 0.02% and Nifty down 0.12%

Domestic stock market closes lower, Sensex dips 0.02% and Nifty down 0.12%

New Delhi, July 22 (HS): The domestic stock market closed with minor weakness, as pressures led to fluctuating performance throughout the day. Despite a strong start, backed by buying support causing Nifty and Sensex to rise initially, selling pressure later ensued, leading both indices into negative territory. Ultimately, the Sensex decreased by 0.02 percent while…

Rupee falls 5 paise to 86.36 against US dollar

Rupee falls 5 paise to 86.36 against US dollar

New Delhi, July 22 (H.S.): The rupee closed down against the dollar today due to heavy selling by foreign institutional investors in the stock market, ending at 86.36 after starting the session at 86.25. Initially, the rupee strengthened to 86.22 with increased dollar inflows but weakened as foreign investors sold off, increasing dollar demand and…

Row erupts over one leader holding multiple roles in Bangladesh

Row erupts over one leader holding multiple roles in Bangladesh

Dhaka, July 21 (IANS) A fresh political controversy has emerged in Bangladesh as rival parties clash over one prominent leader simultaneously holding multiple key positions in both the government and the political party, local media reported. Addressing reporters on Sunday following the 15th day of the second phase of dialogue between political parties and the…

Hegseth, Philippines President enhance Indo-Pacific deterrence

Hegseth, Philippines President enhance Indo-Pacific deterrence

Washington, 22 July (H.S.): Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the Pentagon to reaffirm the U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and discuss shared security concerns in the Asia-Pacific on Monday. Hegseth stated the alliance is stronger than ever, emphasizing commitment to mutual defense against armed attacks in the Pacific, including…

Nitish Reddy ruled out of England tour, Arshdeep out of fourth Test

Nitish Reddy ruled out of England tour, Arshdeep out of fourth Test

Manchester, July 21 (IANS) India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the remaining two England Tests owing to a left knee injury, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed on Monday. Nitish will fly back home, and the team wishes him a speedy recovery, it added. Reddy, who missed…

US Secretary of State Rubio’s meets with Philippine President Marcos Jr

US Secretary of State Rubio’s meets with Philippine President Marcos Jr

Washington, 22 July (H.S.): Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., in Washington, DC, on Monday prior to the Marcos-Trump meeting. They highlighted the significance of the strong U.S.-Philippines Alliance for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, reaffirming their commitment to deterrence and freedom of navigation. Discussions included advancing shared…

Gold prices rise with modest gain; silver prices decline

Gold prices rise with modest gain; silver prices decline

New Delhi, July 22 (H.S.): A slight increase in gold prices is observed in the domestic bullion market today, while silver prices have declined. 24-carat gold is trading between ₹100,160 and ₹100,310 per 10 grams, and 22-carat gold is priced from ₹91,810 to ₹91,960 per 10 grams across various markets. In Delhi, 24-carat gold is…

Nitish Reddy ruled out of England tour, Arshdeep out of fourth Test

Nitish Reddy ruled out of England tour, Arshdeep out of fourth Test

Manchester, July 21 (IANS) India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the remaining two England Tests owing to a left knee injury, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed on Monday. Nitish will fly back home, and the team wishes him a speedy recovery, it added. Reddy, who missed…

Bangladesh plane crash death toll rises to 27; 78 injured

Bangladesh plane crash death toll rises to 27; 78 injured

Dhaka, July 22 (HS): The crash of a Bangladesh Air Force training fighter aircraft into a building of Milestone School and College in Uttara, Dhaka, has resulted in 27 fatalities, including 25 children. Professor Mohammad Saidur Rahman confirmed the casualties during a press conference, stating that 78 individuals are injured, with five in serious condition….

Stock market under pressure in early trading ; Sensex and Nifty remain flat

Stock market under pressure in early trading ; Sensex and Nifty remain flat

New Delhi, July 22(HS): The domestic stock market faced pressure in early trading today, starting with initial gains that were soon overshadowed by selling pressure. By 10 AM, the Sensex showed a minor gain of 0.12 percent, while the Nifty gained just 0.01 percent. Key stocks like Eternal, ICICI Bank, Bharat Electronics, Ultratech Cement, and…