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Trump says he’d be disappointed if Fed pick doesn’t cut rates; Warsh vows to be ‘independent actor’

President Trump expressed disappointment if his Fed nominee, Kevin Warsh, doesn’t immediately cut interest rates upon confirmation. Warsh, however, stressed his independence and commitment to fighting inflation, a priority given current economic pressures. Democrats questioned his past stances on rates, while Trump continues to advocate for lower borrowing costs, creating a potential conflict.

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UP man humiliates son with shoe garland for ‘embracing Christianity’

A 65-year-old man and his younger son were arrested in Hathras, UP, after the father publicly disowned and humiliated his older son and wife over suspected conversion to Christianity. The father demanded a social boycott and forced the couple to wear a garland of shoes at a village panchayat. Police have registered an FIR and

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Jobless man poisons pet dog, dies by suicide in Bareilly; cousin cites debt pressure

A 30-year-old man and his pet dog were found dead in a locked house in Bareilly. Police suspect the man poisoned his dog before dying by suicide due to financial distress and personal heartbreak. The discovery was made after a relative alerted authorities when the man became unreachable.

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US–India trade deal: Where do talks stand & what to expect – explained

India and the United States are nearing a bilateral trade agreement, with negotiators meeting in Washington this week to finalize the first phase. Officials indicate only a few issues remain unresolved, building on a framework announced in February. This renewed push aims to enhance market access and secure preferential treatment for India.

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Strait of Hormuz blockade: India, China’s alternate oil supply cushion fades as Russian crude on water runs low

Refining companies indicate they have sufficient supplies for the next month, but prices no longer reflect the discounted levels seen in the years following the Ukraine conflict. At the same time, the volume of crude available in transit is shrinking quickly.

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JKBOPEE CET admit card 2026 released: Direct link to download here

The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations has released the BSc Nursing Admit Card 2026 for the CET, available on jkbopee.gov.in from 5:30 PM onwards. The exam will be held on April 26, 2026, in a single shift. Candidates must carry the admit card, as it is mandatory for entry.

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Abhishek Sharma scripts history, equals Virat Kohli to become…

Abhishek Sharma unleashed a sensational unbeaten 135 off 68 balls, including 10 sixes, to power Sunrisers Hyderabad to 242/2 against Delhi Capitals. This remarkable century, his second in the IPL, propelled SRH to a commanding position and etched his name among the league’s top individual scores. Sharma’s explosive batting display was the highlight of SRH’s

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Limited economic impact? Here’s how the Middle East crisis is impacting job market and your household bills – for now

India’s economy shows resilience amid Middle East crisis, with household spending largely unaffected by rising energy prices, though consumer confidence is slightly dipping. While manufacturing faces some impact, the services sector remains robust, and overall growth for Q4 FY26 is projected to remain strong, with limited downside risks.

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