China C919

China C919 Jet Turbulence: Trade Disputes Threaten Beijing’s Aviation Ambitions

The COMAC C919 (often simply called “China C919”) is the flagship narrow-body commercial airliner built by Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC). China C919 is designed to compete with the ubiquitous Boeing 737 Max and the Airbus A320neo range. China’s ambitions are clear: to assert technological and industrial independence, and to carve out a major…

ICICI Bank Q2

ICICI Bank Q2 Report: PAT Up 14.5%, Loan Book Shows Strong Momentum

On 26 October 2024, ICICI Bank reported a standalone profit after tax (PAT) of ₹11,746 crore, marking a robust 14.5% year-on-year rise. This surge came as the bank’s loan book grew steadily and core lending income gained momentum. In a market where margins are under pressure, ICICI’s performance signals strong operational execution. While the lending…

Vodafone Idea Shares

Vodafone Idea Shares in Focus Ahead of Supreme Court Hearing on AGR Dues

On October 6, 2025, the Supreme Court of India will hear a critical plea from Vodafone Idea Ltd (Vi) that could change the company’s future. Vi is challenging an additional demand of around ₹9,450 crore in so-called AGR (Adjusted Gross Revenue) dues raised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Investors are watching closely because the…

Vedanta Share Price

Vedanta Share Price: Company Raises $500 Million via Bonds to Tackle Near-Term Debt

On 26 October 2025, Vedanta Limited announced it had raised US$500 million through a bond issue. The money is meant to help the company repay short-term debt and ease pressure on its balance sheet. This move is a key step for Vedanta as it works to rebuild investor trust and stabilise its financial outlook. With…

SENSEX

Top Gainer and Losers SENSEX: SBI Life, Hindalco Lead; Infosys, Kotak Slip on 27 Oct

The Sensex closed higher on 27 Oct, led by strong gains in insurers and metals, while heavyweight IT and private bank names trimmed upside. SBI Life and Hindalco were among the top gainers, while Infosys and Kotak Mahindra Bank slipped on mixed earnings cues and sector rotation. Investors tracked global trade headlines, Fed talk, and…

Gold Rates

Gold Rates Today: Precious Metals Fall as Gold Hits ₹1,25,610

Gold Rates slipped as domestic and international cues pushed bullion lower, with select city quotes showing 24-carat, 10-gram gold near ₹1,25,610 in places like Delhi and Chandigarh. Traders pointed to a firmer rupee, rising US Treasury yields, and a softer safe-haven demand as reasons for the drop.  What does this mean for buyers, sellers, and…

Yen-Pegged Stablecoin

Japan Launches World’s First Yen-Pegged Stablecoin to Boost Digital Payments

Japan has made history by launching the world’s first Yen-Pegged Stablecoin, a move aimed at transforming digital payments and strengthening the country’s fintech ecosystem. The new token, issued as JPYCoin (JPYC), is designed to hold a 1:1 peg with the Japanese yen, giving users price stability while enabling instant blockchain transfers.  The project is backed…

GMAIL Data Breach

GMAIL Data Breach: Google Accounts Targeted in One of the Largest Credential Leaks Yet

A massive GMAIL Data Breach has reportedly exposed the passwords of over 183 million Google accounts, marking one of the largest credential leaks in recent years. The breach, confirmed by cybersecurity reporting, has left millions of Gmail users vulnerable to phishing attacks and identity theft.  According to initial reports, the leaked data surfaced on underground…

Delta Airlines

Delta Airlines Incident: Simple Flight Attendant Mix-Up Leads to $70,000 Loss

Delta Airlines faced an unexpected operational snag this weekend when a flight attendant accidentally deployed an emergency evacuation slide on a parked jet, forcing the airline to delay and rebook passengers and incur an estimated $70,000 in costs.  The event happened on the ground and caused no injuries, but it highlighted how a small human…

Mortgage UK

Mortgage UK Impact: Reduced Cash ISA Limit Could Shrink Lending by 60,000 Mortgages

The Mortgage UK market faces a major shift as the government prepares to cut the Cash ISA limit in the upcoming budget. Experts warn this policy could lead to 60,000 fewer mortgages, reshaping the lending landscape for first-time buyers and homeowners alike. As financial behavior shifts and savings incentives weaken, mortgage growth could slow dramatically…