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Buy or sell: Gift Nifty hints at a strong start! Vaishali Parekh recommends three stocks to buy today - 20 August 2026

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- Following strong global cues from easing US Treasury yields, the key benchmark indices of the Indian stock market are expected to open with a big gap-up on Thursday. After the im... Read More


'Safety was an afterthought': Ex-Meta engineer's explosive testimony on Instagram and kids

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- A former Meta engineering director on Wednesday (local time) accused Instagram of taking a "don't ask, don't tell" approach toward children under 13 on its platform, alleging tha... Read More


Gold and silver prices rise on MCX amid a softer dollar, decline in the US bond yields

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- Gold and silver prices rise on MCX amid a softer dollar, decline in the US bond yields (This is a developing story. Please check back for fresh updates.) Published by HT Digita... Read More


'Beyond jurisdiction': Punjab and Haryana HC sets aside Chandigarh Police promotion rules for Head Constables

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- The Punjab and Haryana High Court has set aside a 2021 notification that amended the promotion rules for Chandigarh Police constables, holding that the Chandigarh Administration ... Read More


Rupee opens 19 paise higher at 95.56 against US dollar

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- The rupee opened 19 paise higher at 95.56 against the US dollar on Thursday, 20 August, supported by a weaker greenback that fell to a three-month low after the US Treasury annou... Read More


ITAT deletes Rs.25 lakh tax addition over alleged flat cash payment; says taxpayer must get a chance to challenge evidence

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- The Mumbai bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has deleted a Rs.25 lakh addition made to a taxpayer's income over an alleged cash payment for a flat, holding that t... Read More


Consistency beats quick fixes - 5 simple habits to build a bulletproof credit score

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- Credit rating is often viewed as a perplexing, shifting figure governed by hidden rules. However, the reality is far more straightforward. This metric acts as a financial report ... Read More


Best TVs under Rs.50,000: 4K, QLED and Mini LED options to consider for better picture quality and smart features

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- Finding a TV under Rs.50,000 can mean balancing picture quality, screen size, sound and smart features without stretching your budget. At this price, buyers can choose from sever... Read More


Walmart shares plunge 10% to 9-month low after slowest US sales growth in six years

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- Retail bellwether Walmart saw its shares plunge sharply on Thursday, 20 August, falling 10% to a nine-month low of $103 apiece after the company missed quarterly comparable sales... Read More


Gen Z rules new investor category; 18-24 age group grows 7 times: Check preferred investment method, SIPs or lump sum?

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- Axis Direct data shows a dramatic surge in Gen Z investors nationwide. Investors aged 18-30 now comprise 53% of new customer additions. This represents significant growth compare... Read More