Markets open on a steady note: Sensex gains 58 points to 78,343, while Nifty rises 23 points to trade above 24,450.

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#MintPremium | Indian firms are ramping up AI investment across sectors, while boards demand accountability on returns and risks. Experts say gains will bring incremental efficiencies, rather than instant breakthroughs. Meanwhile, global tech giants report surging enterprise demand in India, a key market.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/ai/ai-investments-india-inc-roi-boards-enterprise-adoption-11783332194699.html

Perplexity CEO and co-founder Aravind Srinivas believes the United States continues to offer unmatched opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs, even as stricter immigration policies under the Trump administration have sparked debate over the future of the American dream

https://www.livemint.com/companies/people/america-is-still-at-the-top-why-perplexity-ceo-aravind-srinivas-says-is-best-place-to-build-a-startup-11783265576074.html

Sri Lanka Is Now An Upper Middle Income Country - Why Isn't India There Yet?

Sri Lanka has been reclassified as an upper-middle-income country by the World Bank after its remarkable recovery from the 2022 economic crisis and sovereign default.

This upgrade has sparked debate: why hasn’t India — one of the world’s fastest-growing large economies — crossed the same per capita threshold? Sri Lanka’s comeback vs India’s unique growth challenges.

WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIa82ugYTN8

Digital arrest scams have cost Indians ₹4,057.7 crore since 2022 as fraudsters impersonate government officials to steal money.

Check how these scams work, key complaint figures, warning signs, and practical safety tips to protect your savings from the growing threat of cyber fraud
https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/digital-arrest-scams-cost-indians-4-000-crore-since-2022-how-fraud-works-and-ways-to-stay-safe-11783414563045.html

Former Afghanistan speedster Shapoor Zadran passed away in New Delhi following a prolonged battle with an immune system disorder.

https://www.livemint.com/sports/cricket-news/former-afghanistan-pacer-shapoor-zadran-passes-away-at-38-after-prolonged-battle-with-rare-illness-11783419135913.html

A Delhi taxpayer was denied a ₹17 lakh tax refund due to late e-verification of his ITR while caring for his ill father. ITAT ruled that denying the refund on technical grounds violates Article 265 of the Constitution, leading to a ruling in his favor.

Here's what ITAT ruled 👇
https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/17l-tax-refund-denied-after-taxpayer-missed-itr-e-verification-while-caring-for-ill-father-heres-what-itat-ruled-11783426870110.html

With heavy rainfall expected to continue over the next few days, the Gurugram Police has urged corporate offices and private establishments to allow employees to work from home.

https://www.livemint.com/news/india/gurugram-rains-police-issues-wfh-advisory-to-corporate-offices-as-traffic-woes-loom-11783441665272.html

Satluj, earlier titled Punjab ’95, took more than three years to release.

For a theatrical release, the Central Board of Film Certification had asked the team to make over 127 cuts. The team did not go ahead with those cuts, and the film did not release in cinemas for three years.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DS12UUNFq6w

Cult.fit has filed draft IPO papers with SEBI, aiming to raise ₹950 crore through a fresh issue. The fitness platform's total public issue could reportedly touch ₹4,000 crore as existing investors look to pare their stakes.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWTNDsiWCtU

ITR 2026: Senior citizens can claim ₹50,000 deduction even without health insurance

Here's how 👇
https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/itr-2026-senior-citizens-can-claim-50-000-deduction-even-without-health-insurance-heres-how-11783439498574.html

The Satluj Controversy Explained | More Than 3 Years To Release & Removed In 48 Hours? Explained

Satluj, earlier titled Punjab ’95, took more than three years to release. For a theatrical release, the Central Board of Film Certification had asked the team to make over 127 cuts. The team did not go ahead with those cuts, and the film did not release in cinemas for three years.

WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DS12UUNFq6w

The FBI said Satinderjeet Singh alias Goldy Brar is wanted for his alleged involvement in the Lawrence Bishnoi Organized Crime Group, which is allegedly engaged in a variety of violent acts in Southern California, and across the United States and Canada.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/fbi-amps-up-bid-to-arrest-lawrence-bishnoi-aide-goldy-brar-satinderjeet-singh-offers-50-000-reward-11783483507778.html

Argentina forward Lionel Messi has been on fire at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament, having scored eight goals so far.

His latest exploits came in Argentina's round of 16 clash against Egypt in Atlanta on Tuesday, when he assisted Cristian Romero's goal in the 79th minute before scoring the equaliser just four minutes later.

According to Forbes, Messi's net worth is an astonishing amount of $1.1 billion. His career earnings exceed $1.8 billion.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/sports/football-news/lionel-messi-net-worth-in-2026-heres-how-much-the-argentina-and-inter-miami-star-earns-from-brand-endorsements-11783478334590.html

US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire deal with Iran was "over" and described further engagement with Tehran as "a waste of time", following a fresh escalation in tensions.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/news/world/donald-trump-says-the-ceasefire-deal-with-iran-is-over-adds-dealing-with-tehran-is-a-waste-of-time-11783499530716.html

XP100 fuel, launched by Indian Oil, is an ethanol-free premium fuel. Consumers, concerned about E20's effects, are turning to XP100 petrol for enhanced fuel economy and drivability.

Here are some FAQs on XP100 use 👇
https://www.livemint.com/news/india/e20-petrol-row-what-is-xp100-price-is-it-really-free-of-ethanol-and-can-you-use-it-in-your-vehicle-delhi-11783497603681.html

#MintMarkets | Stock market crash: Following the escalation of the US-Iran war and rising crude oil prices, the Indian stock market opened lower in early-morning trading on Wednesday.

https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/stock-market-crash-rs-2-lakh-crore-gone-why-is-the-indian-stock-market-falling-today-explained-with-top-five-reasons-11783483785287.html

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari defended the rollout of E20 petrol, rejecting claims that it damages vehicles. Calling such allegations a "paid campaign," he challenged critics to identify even a single car affected by the fuel.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EfZxoUK3zXc

After announcing on Monday that it would lay off around 4,800 employees (or 2.1% of its global workforce), Microsoft said the affected workers would receive severance packages of up to 39 weeks' base pay.

Who gets what? Here's how Microsoft's severance package breaks down 👇
https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/microsoft-layoff-employees-offered-up-to-39-weeks-pay-stock-vesting-heres-who-gets-what-11783504960570.html

XP100 fuel, launched by Indian Oil, is an ethanol-free premium fuel. Consumers, concerned about E20's effects, are turning to XP100 petrol for enhanced fuel economy and drivability.

Here are some FAQs on XP100 use ⛽️
https://www.livemint.com/news/india/e20-petrol-row-what-is-xp100-price-is-it-really-free-of-ethanol-and-can-you-use-it-in-your-vehicle-delhi-11783497603681.html

The Economist Intelligence Unit's 2026 Global Liveability Index ranks Copenhagen as the world's most liveable city for the second straight year, while conflict and geopolitical tensions continue to weigh on rankings in parts of the Middle East.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFPTfz0m2Dw