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Nifty fear gauge India VIX jumps over 60%, biggest surge since 2015

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Fearing a US recession, investors fled riskier assets, leading to a significant drop in Indian equity markets. The Sensex plummeted 2,600 points and the Nifty fell below 24,000 in early trading, due to heavy selling pressure on blue-chip stocks.

Brazil’s Women’s Volleyball Team Dominates Paris Olympics Group Stage

«The Rio Times» 

Brazil’s women’s volleyball team triumphed over Poland with a clean sweep of 3-0 in their final group stage match. The team secured victory with set scores of 25-21, 38-36, and 25-14. This win solidified their top position in the group. They maintained their impeccable record, winning all matches without dropping a single set. The match […]

From Article 370 Abrogation to Ram Mandir: Why August 5 seems to be an important date for BJP

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

August 5 is a day of major milestones for India and the BJP. It marks the fifth anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370, the fourth anniversary of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir Bhoomipujan, and possibly the introduction of the amended Waqf Act in Parliament. These events reflect the BJP's continued impact on the nation's political and cultural landscape.

US military eyes Australia's Indian Ocean toe hold to deter China

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The U.S. is considering Australia's remote Cocos Islands for military construction as part of the Pacific Deterrence Initiative to counter China. This island, key for maritime surveillance, is closer to the strategic Strait of Malacca than other U.S. bases. Australia plans to expand its airfield to accommodate larger military aircraft. The potential U.S. presence underscores the island's geostrategic importance in the Indo-Pacific region amidst increasing Chinese submarine activity and broader geopolitical tensions.

UK violence surges as Starmer denounces protesters

Khaama Press (Afghan News Agency) 

The British government, under Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s leadership, convenes an emergency session today, August 5th, to address the escalation of street violence in the country, sparked by the killing of three girls in a knife attack. British media report that the emergency session, known as a “Cobra meeting,” is scheduled to discuss controlling the […]

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South Africa business activity contracts again in July, S&P Global PMI shows

Engineeringnews.co.za 

South African private sector activity remained subdued in July amid weaker sales and increased supply-side pressures, a survey showed on Monday. The S&P Global South Africa Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose slightly to 49.3 in July from 49.2 in June, but remained below the 50 level which marks growth for the second month in a row.

Israel can't achieve its goals by assassination: IRGC chief

En.mehrnews.com 

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami has stressed that the Israeli regime cannot advance its sinister goals by carrying out assassinations.

Israel to regret assassinating Ismail Haniyeh: Salami

En.mehrnews.com 

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami says that the Zionists would regret assassinating Hamas leader Israel Haniyeh.

OPAP Cyprus appoints new CEO and board

Cyprus Mail 

OPAP Cyprus announces the appointment of Alexandros Ntavos as the company’s new CEO, as well as the appointment of a new Board of Directors (BoD), with immediate effect. Ntavos has been with OPAP Cyprus since June 2023, initially joining as Chief Commercial Officer. As of January 2024, he has undertaken managerial duties for OPAP Cyprus, […]