Sensex rises 200 points, Nifty above 24,600 amid US-Iran peace hopes. What lies ahead?

Indian stock markets opened higher, extending previous session gains. Hopes for a Middle East crisis resolution and strong Q1 earnings fueled the positive sentiment. Several key sectors and broader markets also registered gains during the morning trade. US President Trump expressed optimism regarding ongoing negotiations with Iran. Analysts anticipate continued market strength driven by fundamental…

Indian Railways launches 10-day Japan tour from Delhi; package includes bullet train ride, Mt Fuji and Hiroshima from ₹3.46 lakh

Embark on an incredible ten-day guided tour to Japan with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, encompassing everything from flights to meals. This comprehensive package allows Indian travellers to explore vibrant cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima. Enjoy the speed of the Shinkansen bullet train while marveling at the stunning vistas of…

Centre deploys national team as Chandipura outbreak probe intensifies

A national investigation into Chandipura virus outbreaks is currently underway in Gujarat and Rajasthan, where 35 infections and 22 fatalities among young children have been reported. Researchers are analyzing the pathways of transmission and possible animal carriers. Increased surveillance for febrile illnesses and encephalitis cases is in effect, while whole-genome sequencing is being utilized to…

Bank of Baroda starts recruitment for 206 Specialist Officer posts; applications open until August 26

Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026: Bank of Baroda has invited online applications for 206 Specialist Officer posts across multiple departments under Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/15. The application process opened on August 6 and will close on August 26. The recruitment includes positions such as Manager, Senior Manager, Technical Officer and Chief Manager. Candidates will be…

In 1941, Henry Ford introduced an experimental soybean car that used plant-based plastic body panels and challenged the future of steel automobiles

Henry Ford explored using farm crops for car manufacturing decades ago. His 1941 experimental vehicle featured a lightweight plastic body derived from plants. This innovative project aimed to reduce reliance on traditional industrial materials. World War II halted production, and petrochemicals later dominated the industry. However, Ford’s early ideas inspired modern plant-based automotive materials.