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Gold and silver prices rose sharply due to geopolitical tensions and a decline in the US dollar. Analysts noted the impact of potential US-Iran negotiations, falling tariffs, and slowing US economic growth on demand for gold as a safe haven.

Punjab is set to produce 132 LMT of wheat, with procurement starting on April 1. A Group of Ministers meeting discussed arrangements, including storage and transportation issues, and addressed commission rates for agents.

Mahipal Lomror and Anuj Rawat led Income Tax to a six-wicket victory over Bank of Baroda in the DY Patil T20 Cup, chasing down 164 runs. Lomror scored 78 not out, while Rawat added 59. Jay Jain's 91 for Baroda topped the match.

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Government to Appeal 'Abnormal' Bail Order
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Kerala's Minister of Law P Rajeev has expressed concern over the Kollam Court's decision to grant bail to the Sabarimala Tantri, describing the nature of the order as "abnormal" and res

Qatar Central Bank has declared March 1, 2026, as a bank holiday based on Amiri Decree No. 57 of 2025. Financial institutions will reopen on March 2, 2026. This holiday occurs annually on the first Sunday of March.

As Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's pre-wedding festivities unfold, they hosted a Haldi ceremony featuring beautiful floral decorations and personalized elements. The couple's wedding is scheduled for February 26, 2026, in Udaipur, Rajasthan.

(MENAFN- IANS) Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 26 (IANS) The political storm over the alleged assault on state Health Minister Veena George intensified on Thursday after the Youth Congress filed a formal complaint with the State Police Chief against Kerala Legislative Assembly Speaker A.N. Shamseer,

(MENAFN- Asia Times)
China is rapidly expanding its reach across the Indo-Pacific, deploying a shadow fleet of nominally civilian fishing vessels as a covert extension of the world's largest naval force.
By weaponizing hundreds of thousands of fishing boats alongside the Chinese Navy (PLAN) and

(MENAFN- IANS) Washington, Feb 27 (IANS) A senior Republican senator has launched a twin attack on two of America's most powerful technology companies, accusing Meta chief executive Mark Zuckerberg of“denial and deceit” in a landmark child safety trial and alleging that Apple News

Coffee prices have sharply declined to $2.80, 35% lower than their peak in 2025, driven by increased Brazilian and Vietnamese harvests. Despite a strong Brazilian real, production forecasts are up, leading to a bearish outlook for prices.

China's yuan rose against the U.S. dollar, with the central parity rate set at 6.9228, indicating a deliberate strengthening. The currency is allowed to fluctuate within 2% of this rate, reflecting market conditions while maintaining control.

(MENAFN- IANS) Washington, Feb 27 (IANS) A Republican lawmaker has introduced legislation in the US House of Representatives to authorise the death penalty for individuals convicted of raping children under federal law, declaring there would be“zero mercy for child rapists” and that those who prey o

Westhaven Gold Corp. and Dundee Corporation have finalized an agreement allowing Dundee to acquire up to 60% of Westhaven's gold projects in British Columbia by funding $85 million in project expenditures. Westhaven shares are currently trading at $0.30.

Qatar reaffirmed its commitment to international mediation and dialogue at the UN, emphasizing peace and humanitarian support in Afghanistan. Addressing challenges like poverty and human rights, Qatar calls for a balanced approach to meet Afghan aspirations for stability.

The Supreme Judicial Council's Evictions and Judicial Auctions Department held online auctions on February 15, 2026, raising QR89,870,509 from 6,282 bids to resolve 1,129 cases, including real estate, vehicles, and equipment sales.

Turkish President Erdogan criticized Israel for escalating military actions in Gaza and the West Bank despite a ceasefire agreement. He emphasized Palestinian resilience during Ramadan amidst destruction, showcasing their faith and strength.

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Canada's resources-heavy index continued forward Thursday though weakness in commodity-linked stocks outweighed gains in tech stocks driven by upbeat earnings from Salesforce.
The TSX gained another 140.04 points to break for lunch Thursday at 34,267.37.
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Himachal Pradesh Police responded to allegations of detained Delhi Police personnel after three Youth Congress activists were arrested for a protest. Following investigations, it was confirmed the individuals were taken for a case in Delhi, and legal procedures were followed. An FIR was filed regarding the incident.

The Qatar Stock Exchange closed down by 19.13 points, or 0.17%, settling at 11,270.62 points, with 144.3 million shares traded. Market capitalization dropped slightly to QAR 672.2 billion.