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Shares of Titan Company, Kalyan Jewellers, Senco Gold, and other jewelry firms draw investor attention as markets open after the government raised customs duties on gold, silver, and precious metals imports to 15% from 6%, effective immediately.Duty Hike BreakdownThe new structure includes a 10% basic customs duty plus a 5% Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess on gold and silver imports. Platinum and manufacturing components like hooks, clasps, clamps, pins, and screw backs now face a 10% duty.Market and Economic ImpactsThis sharp rise may curb demand in India, the world’s second-largest precious metals consumer, while helping reduce the trade deficit and…
On May 13, 2026, at 07:19 a.m., His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn graciously appointed Mr. Wiwanaroj Trupsinsuk, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, to serve as Phraya Raek Na, the Lord of the Plough, accompanied by the goddesses. They departed from the Grand Palace via the Savasdisopha Gate on Sanam Chai Road in a royal procession to the ceremony grounds at Sanam Luang.Preparation and Cloth DivinationAt the Brahman ceremony hall, Phraya Raek Na lit incense and candles to pay homage to key deities. He then drew a vow cloth measuring six cubits, which he wore over his existing…
On May 13, 1986, Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi bolstered his Council of Ministers by appointing 12 new members, including two at cabinet rank—such as Buta Singh as Home Minister—nine ministers of state, and one deputy minister. The expansion raised the council’s total to 58 members, with strong representation from states including Punjab, Assam, and Jammu and Kashmir. External Affairs Minister Bali Ram Bhagat was removed from the lineup.Akali Dal Reaffirms Support for BarnalaThe Akali Dal working committee declared full confidence in Chief Minister and party president Surjit Singh Barnala. Members expressed satisfaction with the Golden Temple complex’s liberation from extremists…
Authorities have launched a fresh search in the remote opal mining town of Andamooka for Trisha Graf, a 41-year-old local mother of two who vanished last December.Details of DisappearanceMs. Graf was last seen driving through Andamooka, located roughly 600 kilometers north of Adelaide, in the early hours of December 12, 2025. The following day, her abandoned vehicle turned up near Blue Dam, about 40 kilometers east of Roxby Downs.Ongoing Investigation EffortsInvestigators now focus on the western outskirts of Andamooka, combing the area for clues over the next several days. In the five months since her disappearance, police have carried out…
PPHC Delivers Record Q1 2026 ResultsPublic Policy Holding Company (PPHC) kicked off 2026 with robust performance, posting first-quarter revenue of $50.1 million, a 27.5% increase from $39.3 million in Q1 2025. Organic revenue grew 5.1%, fueled by gains across all segments: Government Relations at 5.2%, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs at 3.3%, and Compliance & Insights Services at 10.8%.Adjusted EBITDA hit a first-quarter record of $11.2 million, up 29.7% year-over-year from $8.6 million, achieving a 22.3% margin. Despite these gains, GAAP net loss widened slightly to $11.5 million from $10.6 million, influenced by non-cash charges including $7.3 million in share-based…
Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy has landed on the 10-day injured list after fracturing his left middle finger in a game against the LA Dodgers. The team confirmed the injury required surgery, with an expected recovery timeline of eight weeks. To fill the gap, Atlanta re-signed free-agent catcher Sandy Leon. Injury Details from Dodgers Clash The incident unfolded during the Braves’ 4-0 loss at Dodger Stadium on May 11. In the bottom of the seventh inning, with two outs and a runner on first, Dodgers batter Kim Hye-seong battled Braves reliever Robert Suarez. After a full count, Kim fouled off…
Three months after James Van Der Beek’s death from cancer, his wife Kimberly, a 44-year-old film producer, posted a deeply emotional update on Instagram alongside family photos. Navigating Profound Loss “To say I’m heartbroken is a severe understatement,” Kimberly wrote. “Words just don’t capture what grief is. The comforts of shock have worn off. The reality is settling in … and I miss him. We all miss him.” She described a shift in her perception, noting, “there is a different kind of magic in the air.” Kimberly added, “I feel him. I know him more deeply. My conscious connection to…
Mumbai: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) proposes allowing select agricultural commodity derivatives contracts to trade initially as cash-settled instruments before shifting to mandatory physical settlement.Pilot Framework for ExchangesExchanges gain permission on a pilot basis to launch or revive delivery-based agricultural contracts. These start as financially settled products and transition to compulsory physical settlement once they meet specific thresholds, including average daily traded volume, open interest levels, or a two-year period.Addressing Liquidity ChallengesLiquidity in many agricultural contracts stays limited, particularly during launch or relaunch phases. Low trading volumes and restricted open interest erode market confidence, which discourages further…
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has passed away at the age of 29, the team confirmed Tuesday.Team Statement on Tragic LossThe organization released a heartfelt statement expressing profound sorrow. “We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Brandon Clarke,” the Grizzlies stated. “Brandon was an outstanding teammate and an even better person whose impact on the organization and the greater Memphis community will not be forgotten.”Details surrounding Clarke’s death remain limited at this time. Further updates will follow as more information emerges.
A Florida judge has approved prosecutors’ request to access Tiger Woods’ prescription drug records following a hearing on Tuesday. Martin County Judge Darren Steele issued the ruling amid Woods’ ongoing legal proceedings from his March arrest on charges including driving under the influence, refusal to submit to a lawful test, and distracted driving—a moving violation.Court Proceedings and Privacy ProtectionsProsecutors filed a motion last month seeking records from Lewis Pharmacy in Palm Beach, Florida, detailing medications dispensed to Woods. His attorney, Douglas Duncan, challenged the subpoena, citing Woods’ constitutional right to privacy and requesting a hearing to assess its relevance to…