Sensex, Nifty trade flat in early deals on mixed cues

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:47 AM

Mumbai, Aug 10 (IANS) Domestic equity markets traded subdued on Monday amid resilient domestic demand and continued foreign investor buying, while crude oil prices surged up to 1 per cent offering mixed cues for investors.

Agriculture to health, India reaps AI gains: World Bank

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:44 AM

Washington, Aug 10 (IANS) Artificial intelligence is already saving Indian farmers hundreds of dollars, screening patients for tuberculosis and answering millions of agricultural queries, but it could also threaten call-centre and entry-level technology jobs, the World Bank said in its World Development Report 2026.

US widens $4,000 H-1B extension fee

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:29 AM

Washington, Aug 10 (IANS) The US Department of Homeland Security has expanded a $4,000 fee on H-1B petitions and a $4,500 levy on L-1 petitions to cover visa extensions filed by certain employers, even when workers remain with the same company.

Sarfaraz Khan marks India return with Instagram post alongside father Naushad

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:22 AM

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) Sarfaraz Khan marked his return to the Indian Test squad by sharing a picture of himself in the team’s training kit alongside his father and former club cricketer and coach Naushad Khan on Instagram, after being recalled as a replacement for injured Sai Sudharsan for the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka.

US memo highlights praise for PM Modi’s diplomacy

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:21 AM

Washington, Aug 10 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew praise among Indian social media users for his diplomatic outreach, defence agreements and personal equation with President Donald Trump during his February 2025 visit to Washington, according to recently released State Department documents.