‘Strong immunity to Western restrictions’: Russia hits out as Trump’s sanctions its oil firms; ‘step entirely counterproductive’

‘Strong immunity to Western restrictions’: Russia hits out as Trump’s sanctions its oil firms; ‘step entirely counterproductive’

Russia said that recent US sanctions targeting its oil sector could potentially undermine diplomatic initiatives. (AI image) Russia has slammed Donald Trump administration’s sanctions on its oil firms saying that the move undermines efforts for peace, adding that it is immune to any such restrictions.Russia said that recent US sanctions targeting its oil sector could…

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No oil from Russia soon? Trump sanctions to hit India’s crude imports; ‘all but impossible for flows to continue’

No oil from Russia soon? Trump sanctions to hit India’s crude imports; ‘all but impossible for flows to continue’

Indian refiners anticipate a significant decline in Russian oil imports, potentially even reaching zero. (AI image) The Donald Trump administration’s latest move to sanction major Russian oil firms Rosneft PJSC and Lukoil PJSC will likely make it almost impossible for India to continue procuring crude from Russia. Analytics firm Kpler reports that Russian oil made…

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More curbs on China? Trump admin mulls restrictions on ‘any and all critical software’: Report

More curbs on China? Trump admin mulls restrictions on ‘any and all critical software’: Report

Trade tensions between Washington and Beijing might rise further as the US is planning its next move against China, after the 155% tariff threat.The Trump admin is reportedly preparing a response to China’s recent rare earth export restrictions by limiting shipments of US software-powered products to Beijing, a US official told Reuters. The proposed measures…

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Samvat 2081 recap: How much wealth top 10 businesses made since last Diwali—this group emerges as biggest wealth creator

Samvat 2081 recap: How much wealth top 10 businesses made since last Diwali—this group emerges as biggest wealth creator

India’s biggest business houses delivered a mixed performance during Samvat 2081, with some posting stellar gains while others struggled to keep pace.Bharti Group, led by Sunil Mittal, emerged as the top wealth creator of the year with its combined market value surging to a whopping 24.8%, driven by a strong rebound in Bharti Airtel’s profitability….

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Asian stocks today: Markets trade in red tracking Wall Street’s losses; Nikkei down almost 800 points, Kospi sheds 1%

Asian stocks today: Markets trade in red tracking Wall Street’s losses; Nikkei down almost 800 points, Kospi sheds 1%

Stock markets in Asia struggled on Wednesday, mirroring Wall Street losses as investors weighed worries that this year’s tech-driven rally may be approaching its limits. Hong Kong’s HSI fell 22 points or 0.09% to 25,759. Nikkei traded at 48,509, shedding 797 points or 1.6%. Shanghai and Shenzhen also traded in red, down 0.66% and 0.87%,…

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Gold & silver price prediction today: Will gold & silver rates continue to fall? Here’s what investors should know

Gold & silver price prediction today: Will gold & silver rates continue to fall? Here’s what investors should know

Gold price prediction: The short-term sentiment appears slightly bearish as prices have breached key support levels, suggesting the possibility of further downside movement. (AI image) Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold and silver prices are exhibiting weakness following correction and profit booking, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group….

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‘Putin wasn’t ‘honest’: US imposes sanctions on Russian oil firms; Scott Bessent reveals why Donald Trump was ‘disappointed’

‘Putin wasn’t ‘honest’: US imposes sanctions on Russian oil firms; Scott Bessent reveals why Donald Trump was ‘disappointed’

Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump (R) The Donald Trump-led US administration on Wednesday imposed sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil, intensifying pressure on the Kremlin to end its war in Ukraine. The move marks one of Washington’s largest-ever sanctions packages against Moscow, announced after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused Vladimir Putin…

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Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for October 23, 2025 – check list

Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for October 23, 2025 – check list

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Top stock market recommendations: According to Aakash K Hindocha, Deputy Vice President – WM Research, Nuvama Professional Clients Group, the top buy calls for today are: Navin Fluorine International, Lloyds Metals And Energy, and Bank of Maharashtra. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty and the top stock picks…

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‘It’s a process’: Donald Trump claims India will cut down Russian oil imports by year end – watch

‘It’s a process’: Donald Trump claims India will cut down Russian oil imports by year end – watch

US President on Wednesday, once again, claimed that India would cut down Russian oil imports by the end of the year, noting that it was a gradual process. The statement came after the States sanctioned two major Russian oil companies demanding immediate ceasefire from Moscow. “India, as you know, has told me they are going…

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Key economic indicators will see major revamp in early 2026

Key economic indicators will see major revamp in early 2026

NEW DELHI: India’s economic dashboard is getting a long-overdue makeover in early 2026. From GDP and retail inflation to industrial output, several major measures of economic activity will be updated to reflect how people live, earn and spend today. A new index to track the booming services sector — from logistics to digital platforms —…

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