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Japan's Nikkei slides, banks rally on reports BOJ mulling rate hike

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The Nikkei share average in Japan fell nearly 1%, impacted by reports that the Bank of Japan might soon raise interest rates. Banking stocks rose, anticipating improved lending margins, while other sectors like automakers and chip-makers saw declines. The market awaits the BOJ's final policy announcement for further direction.

Reserve Bank of India to hold rates in August, first cut in Q4: Reuters poll

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The Reserve Bank of India kept its interest rates unchanged at 6.50% following its August meeting, due to persistent high inflation driven by increased food prices. Economists expect the first rate cut next quarter, as the central bank remains cautious about easing monetary policy amidst strong economic growth.

Hamas says political leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Tehran

Haaretz.com 

Israeli in serious condition after stabbing attack in West Bank ■ 'Despicable act:' Palestinian President Abbas denounces killing of Hamas leader Hanniyeh in Tehran ■ Israel closes airspace north of Hadera ■ Defense Secretary Austin says war in Middle East not inevitable, U.S. would defend Israel if it was attacked ■ Military court extends arrest of eight soldiers suspected of sexually abusing Gazan detainee ■ Lebanese Health Ministry: Four killed, 74 injured in Israeli airstrike on Beirut ■

Q1 results today: Maruti, M&M among 115 companies to announce earnings on Wednesday

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

In the first quarter earnings season, 115 companies announced results, including Maruti, M&M, Coal India, Adani Power, Tata Steel, Ambuja, and Bank of Baroda. M&M and Maruti expected mixed revenue and profit changes, while Tata Steel's profit was predicted to rise notably amid a revenue drop. Several others also reported their quarterly performance.

USP Leads Regional Study On Gender Equality In STEM Disciplines

Scoop 

USP Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Pal Ahluwalia has welcomed the partnership, which is aligned with the University’s strategic objective of championing cultural competencies and valuing equality, diversity, and difference.

OpenAI starts roll-out of advanced voice mode to some ChatGPT Plus users

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

OpenAI introduced an advanced voice mode for a few ChatGPT Plus users, enabling real-time voice interactions with interruption capabilities. Initially delayed from June to July, the feature enhances the AI's ability to detect and decline certain content while improving user experience and preparing the infrastructure for broader use.

Former Disney Channel Executive Says Zendaya Auditioned “Many Times” For ‘Descendants’: “It Ended Up Not Going Her Way”

Deadline.com 

Zendaya could have been part of Disney Channel’s Descendants franchise. Former Vice President of Casting and Talent Relations at the children’s network Cornelia Frame revealed that the Euphoria star wanted to be part of the franchise and auditioned multiple times. “Zendaya did audition many times for Descendants, and that was a big deal,” Frame said […]

Kelly says Democrats can win his Senate seat if he becomes vice president

TheHill.com 

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) said he’s confident that Democrats can keep his Senate seat in a special election if he is elected vice president, as speculation rises over who Vice President Harris will choose as her running mate. Kelly told CNN’s Manu Raju on Tuesday that Democrats have “figured out” tough races like Arizona. “Democrats...