Landslide damages three houses along NH-702A in Zunheboto

Chinese and Hong Kong stocks declined as investors booked profits in AI and technology shares, while energy stocks gained amid rising Middle East tensions and higher oil prices. Weakening economic indicators and concerns over domestic demand also weighed on sentiment, although robotics stocks bucked the broader market trend.

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JioBlackRock Asset Management has launched regular plans for eligible mutual fund schemes, expanding beyond its existing direct-plan offerings. Available through empanelled distributors from August 17, the move aims to broaden investor access while strengthening partnerships with India’s growing mutual fund distribution network.