Stock markets rarely move in a straight line. Prices can rise sharply one day and fall just as quickly the next. For new investors, these sudden movements can be confusing—and sometimes frightening. This movement is known as market volatility. While volatility is a normal part of investing, how an investor responds to it can have…

In a landmark decision that could reshape how social media platforms are held accountable for the well-being of young users, a New Mexico state court has ordered Meta Platforms Inc. to pay $567 million into a teen mental health fund. The ruling comes on top of an earlier $375 million civil penalty, bringing the company’s…

India’s fuel consumption showed renewed strength in July 2026, reflecting increased economic activity, higher transportation demand and seasonal factors. According to data released by the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC), the country’s fuel consumption rose by around 2.9–3% from June, reaching approximately 19.92 million metric tonnes, the highest monthly level since March 2026. The…

Planning for retirement is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll make. Yet, many people are unsure which retirement savings option best suits their needs. In India, three of the most popular long-term retirement schemes are the Public Provident Fund (PPF), Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and the National Pension System (NPS). Each serves a…

Your 20s are often a time of first jobs, new responsibilities and learning how to manage money. While retirement may seem decades away, this stage of life can be one of the best times to start investing. The biggest advantage isn’t necessarily earning a high salary—it’s time. Starting early gives your investments more years to…

Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has issued a stark warning about the security situation in Bangladesh, alleging that Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) is now operating with an “open hand” in the country. Speaking virtually at an event hosted by the Foreign Correspondents’ Club (FCC) of South Asia in New…

Surviving a heart attack once does not mean the danger is over. In fact, cardiologists caution that a second heart attack can often be more serious, more sudden, and more life-threatening than the first one. Heart specialists say that patients who have already suffered one cardiac event carry a higher risk of complications, weaker heart…

Railway tracks may look like simple pieces of steel, but tiny cracks hidden beneath their surfaces can become serious safety hazards. Detecting those flaws before they grow is one of the biggest challenges in railway maintenance. In 2004, researchers at the University of Warwick developed a promising non-contact ultrasonic technique that could potentially detect cracks…

Massachusetts has recognised the cultural contributions of its Indian-American community by declaring August 15 as “India Day” in the Commonwealth. The proclamation by Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey comes as Indian communities across the United States prepare to celebrate India’s Independence Day, observed every year on August 15. The recognition highlights the growing cultural, professional and…

Archaeologists digging beneath Berlin’s oldest public square have uncovered a remarkable trove of medieval religious artifacts including a rare 600-year-old saint statue and nearly 200 tiny figurines that once held fragments of human bone, offering a rare window into the deep religious devotion of the late Middle Ages. Where the Discovery Was Made The find…