US Fed race: Kevin Warsh clears Senate panel vote, Donald Trump nominee moves closer to top job

Kevin Warsh (Photo credit-AP) Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, moved a step closer to becoming the next US central bank chief after the Senate Banking Committee approved his nomination on Wednesday, AP reported.The committee voted 13-11 along party lines, with all Republican senators backing Warsh and all Democrats opposing…

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RBI’s new disaster loan relief rules explained: Banks can help borrowers automatically; what changes from July 1

Banks will be allowed to extend relief measures to borrowers in calamity-hit areas without waiting for individual requests, under revised Reserve Bank of India guidelines that will come into force from July 1, 2026.The RBI on Wednesday issued fresh directions after considering stakeholder feedback on draft norms covering relief measures in areas affected by natural…

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Stock market today (April 29, 2026): Sensex jumps 609 points, Nifty nears 24,200-Check top gainers and losers today

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded nearly 1 per cent on Wednesday, helped by bargain buying in FMCG, auto and telecom shares, upbeat earnings sentiment and gains across Asian markets.Traders said signs of possible de-escalation in geopolitical tensions also supported sentiment.In a volatile session, the 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 609.45 points, or 0.79 per…

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Snabbit raises $56 million, company valued at $390 million

Bengaluru: Snabbit has raised $56 million as it looks to consolidate its position in India’s fast-growing on-demand home services market. The round was co-led by Susquehanna Venture Capital, Mirae Asset Venture Investments, and Bertelsmann India Investments. The funding values the startup at about $390 million, sources told TOI. Founder and CEO Aayush Agarwal declined to…

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Stock Market Live Updates: Nifty50 rallies strongly above 24,300; BSE Sensex surges over 1,000 points, crosses 77,900 mark despite rising crude oil prices

Oil prices advanced on Wednesday, extending their recent rally, amid reports that the United States plans to continue its blockade of Iranian ports. The move is expected to prolong supply disruptions from the strategically important Middle East oil-producing region. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, US President Donald Trump has directed his…

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Gold price prediction today: Where are gold, silver prices headed on April 29, 2026 & in the near-term?

Looking ahead, gold and silver entered the week on a slightly bearish tone, with direction likely to be driven more by overall risk sentiment. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold and silver prices are likely to be range bound this week, says Vedika Narvekar, Research Analyst – Commodities & Currencies, Anand Rathi Shares and…

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Ganga Expressway inaugurated by PM Modi: UP’s longest expressway between Meerut & Prayagraj; check travel time, route, speed limit – top facts & images

Uttar Pradesh has over 60% of India’s total access-controlled expressway network. Ganga Expressway, the longest expressway so far in Uttar Pradesh, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday. The 594 kilometres long Ganga expressway is a six-lane expressway that aims to reduce the travel time between Meerut and Prayagraj to just 6 hours!Uttar…

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