Global Market: Japanese bond yields hold near highs as markets brace for BOJ rate hike

Japanese government bond yields remained broadly steady as investors increased bets on a possible Bank of Japan rate hike in September. Short-term yields stayed near multi-year highs, while longer-term yields rose amid fiscal concerns and expected government spending. Markets now largely anticipate further monetary tightening, though fiscal risks could limit yen gains despite higher rates.

Global Market: Japan wholesale inflation stays elevated, bolstering September rate hike bets

Japan’s wholesale inflation stayed elevated in July, with producer prices rising 7.2% year-on-year, reinforcing expectations of a September Bank of Japan rate hike. Broad-based cost pressures, higher import prices and yen weakness are raising inflation risks, while stronger metal and raw-material costs could further pressure consumer prices and accelerate monetary tightening.

Blind, endangered, and India’s national aquatic animal: Meet the Ganges River Dolphin, locally called ‘Susu’

The Ganges river dolphin, a symbol of India’s aquatic heritage, was first recognized in 1801. This unique blind species uses echolocation to thrive in the murky waters of its habitat. Officially designated as the national aquatic animal in 2009, it plays a crucial role in assessing river health. Sadly, habitat loss and pollution continue to…

69 of 83 new industrial projects to come up outside Bengaluru

Karnataka’s government has approved eighty-three industrial projects valued at over six thousand crore rupees. Sixty-nine of these projects will be established outside Bengaluru districts under a new initiative. These approved projects are expected to generate more than thirty thousand new jobs across the state. Major investments include sugar, ethanol, and jaggery manufacturing facilities in various…

Most dreaming happens during REM sleep, which makes up 20–25% of the night; if vivid dreams keep leaving you exhausted, scientists say the real culprit may be something else, keeping you from restorative sleep

Feeling fatigued after dreaming is often linked to disrupted sleep patterns, especially during REM phases. During REM, the brain remains highly engaged, which prevents achieving deeper rest. If dreams are recalled, it signals that you woke while dreaming, interrupting the crucial restorative stages of sleep. This interference obstructs clearing adenosine, a natural sleep-inducing byproduct, making…