Historically, companies maintained a sizeable bench by hiring in anticipation of future projects. (AI image) Indian IT sector majors – Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Wipro, Infosys, HCL Tech, and Tech Mahindra – have seen their bench strength drop by 25% in the last two years. Bench strength acts as a traditional reserve workforce with an…
Veteran actor Charles Dance is reportedly in talks to join Robert Pattinson’s ‘The Batman Part 2’. Best known for his ‘Game of Thrones’ role, Dance might portray Charles Dent, father to Harvey Dent, who will be played by Sebastian Stan. Scarlett Johansson is also slated to appear. The film is scheduled for an October 1,…
Gold started the week on a shaky note, slipping Rs 2,225 to hit Rs 1.56 lakh per 10 grams in Monday’s futures trade, dragged down by a firm US dollar and weak overseas markets. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, April gold contracts fell 1.4% to Rs 1,56,241 on a turnover of 7,881 lots. “Rising energy…
Global crude markets are strained as Middle East conflict escalates, pushing oil prices up and impacting fuel supplies worldwide. Countries like India, Nepal, Bhutan, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Bangladesh are implementing measures such as price adjustments, import increases, and conservation efforts to manage the crisis. A month into the Middle East conflict, global crude…
Last Friday, the Donald Trump administration granted a 30-day waiver on sanctions for Iranian oil already in transit. (AI image) With the US waiving sanctions on Iran oil, Reliance Industries has reportedly bought 5 million barrels of Iranian crude. Reliance runs the world’s largest refining complex. The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has…
Since the onset of the geopolitical tensions, the currency has declined by roughly 4%. (AI image) Will the US-Iran war lead to the rupee hitting the 100 per dollar mark? Experts are of the view that a prolonged Middle East conflict may lead to the rupee depreciating even more with policy measures unlikely to offer…
NEW DELHI: India is deploying additional warships in the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman to ensure safe passage for its fuel and LPG carrying vessels as tensions escalate around the Strait of Hormuz, Bloomberg reported citing sources.The Indian Navy has positioned more than half a dozen warships, including logistics vessels, as a precautionary…
Gold is moving from the mid-band toward the upper band, suggesting strengthening momentum. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are seeing a steady recovery and Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst – Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities recommends a buy on dip strategy.Gold futures on MCX are trading near ₹1,45,500 after witnessing a steady…
As Jaya Bachchan celebrates her birthday, it’s a good moment to revisit her often-discussed equation with the paparazzi. While she is frequently perceived as stern or irritated in such interactions, many still remember her as the warm and charming ‘Guddi’. People who know the actress feel she’s one of the warmest people they’ve met. Not…
Aditya Dhar’s spy drama Dhurandhar: The Revenge is continuing its impressive streak at the box office, drawing packed audiences across theatres. Amid its success, Aamir Khan has extended his शुभकामनाएँ to the team, applauding the film’s growing popularity.Dhurandhar 2 Movie ReviewSpeaking on day two of the International Film Festival of Delhi 2026, Aamir revealed that…