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Crore Heist Hijinks

Good morning. In a plot twist worthy of a Bollywood caper, Bengaluru’s latest heist saw “tax officials” make an unconventional withdrawal—swiping ₹7 crore ($840k) from an ATM van using forged IDs and insider intel. While India’s Silicon Valley battles high-tech scams, this crew opted for old-school impersonation, exposing gaps in cash logistics. Lesson learned: even bureaucrat disguises can’t tax-proof a vault. MARKET ▲ SENSEX 85186.47 0.61% ▲ NIFTY 50 26052.65 0.55% ▲ NASDAQ 22564.229 0.59%...

Good morning. Delhi Police argue Umar Khalid’s bail plea is apples-to-grenades: while others walked, they claim his "strategic" role in 2020 riots—international ties, fiery speeches—explodes UAPA’s high bar. Three years later, the Supreme Court’s call could reshape how guilt-by-Tweet holds in group cases. Pass the popcorn. MARKET ▼ SENSEX 84673.02 -0.33% ▼ NIFTY 50 25910.05 -0.40% ▼ NASDAQ 22432.846 -1.21% ▲ USD to INR 88.503 0.00% ▲ Bharti Airtel 2147.80 1.69 ▼ Interglobe Aviation 5740.50...

Good morning. India’s Supreme Court just declared unwelcome animal encounters a “natural disaster,” proving tiger tantrums and elephant escapades now rival monsoons. Mandating ₹10 lakh for victims’ families, it’s a stark nod to shrinking habitats turning man vs. beast into a survival saga. Conservation meets compensation, but can checks (and fences) balance the wild equation? MARKET ▲ SENSEX 84950.95 0.46% ▲ NIFTY 50 26013.45 0.40% ▼ NASDAQ 22708.074 -0.84% ▼ USD to INR 88.582 -0.03% ▲...

Good morning. Nifty’s playing hard-to-get with the 26,000 mark, flirting near 26,100 like it’s avoiding a bad Tinder match. Traders eye this resistance level like overcaffeinated night owls—breakthrough could mean bull runs, failure invites bear hugs. With Trump’s 2025 policies stirring global jitters, India’s index drama isn’t just local gossip; your portfolio’s mood ring depends on it. MARKET ▲ SENSEX 84562.78 0.10% ▲ NIFTY 50 25910.05 0.12% ▲ NASDAQ 22900.588 0.13% ▲ USD to INR 88.64 0.00%...

Good morning. Indian authorities are grading Al-Falah University’s extracurriculars harshly after linking it to the 2024 Red Fort blast—think *explosive* homework. While FIRs allege financial ties to suspects, evidence remains as buried as Mughal treasure. The university denies involvement, but security anxieties linger at India’s iconic monument, now playing defense ahead of national events. Lesson learned? Vigilance is the new syllabus. MARKET ▲ SENSEX 84562.78 0.10% ▲ NIFTY 50 25910.05...

Good morning. India’s cyber-watchdogs just rang the alarm: Microsoft’s Windows, Azure, and Office users might be hosting uninvited digital gatecrashers. Hackers could exploit vulnerabilities to swipe data or lock systems, turning productivity tools into liability suites. The fix? Update everything, double-lock accounts with MFA, and watch for shady network activity. While Microsoft stays mum, the message is clear: Patch now or risk becoming India’s next cyber-soap opera victim. MARKET ▲...

Good morning. Indian officials handed Al Falah University a rather urgent homework assignment: explain your possible connection to Delhi’s blast or face academic probation (read: hefty fines). While no direct charges exist, the notice hints at institutional scrutiny—think security lapses, shady funds, or unapproved pals. Stay tuned as this campus drama redefines "school of hard knocks." MARKET ▲ SENSEX 84478.67 0.01% ▲ NIFTY 50 25879.15 0.01% ▼ NASDAQ 22870.355 -2.29% ▼ USD to INR 88.737...

Good morning. India’s skies hosted a faux-thriller Monday as Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata airports scrambled over bomb threats to IndiGo and Air India—a rerun of aviation’s “boy who cried wolf” era. Security danced the cha-cha: screen, rescreen, all-clear. Flights stayed punctual; the only explosives? Passengers’ cortisol levels. Another hoax chapter, but hey, at least in-flight snacks didn’t face casualties. MARKET ▲ SENSEX 84466.51 0.71% ▲ NIFTY 50 25875.8 0.70% ▼ NASDAQ 23406.457 -0.26% ▲...

Good morning. A tragic plot twist in India's capital: New Delhi’s deadly blast has PM Modi vowing justice, calling it a “shameful act” while investigators hunt for suspects like detectives in a murky thriller. With no group claiming the explosive encore, the nation braces for answers—proving real-life whodunits carry higher stakes than any binge-worthy cliffhanger. Stay vigilant, reel in rumors. MARKET ▲ SENSEX 83871.32 0.40% ▲ NIFTY 50 25694.95 0.47% ▼ NASDAQ 23468.3 -0.25% ▲ USD to INR...

Good morning. In a plot twist that merges stethoscopes and semi-automatics, Lucknow police nabbed a doctor accused of moonlighting in a "white-collar" terror cell, seizing an AK-47 from her car. Authorities warn of professionals trading scrubs for subterfuge, exploiting credibility to aid extremists. John Wick meets *Grey’s Anatomy*? Maybe not, but it’s a scalpel-sharp reminder: even elites can’t hide malpractice forever. MARKET ▲ SENSEX 83535.35 0.38% ▲ NIFTY 50 25574.35 0.32% ▲ NASDAQ...