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   India’s Russian Oil Strategy Sparks U.S. Tariff Storm: What It Means for Global Trade Primary Keywords : India Russia oil trade 2025, U.S. 100% tariff on India, Trump tariff on Indian exports, Russian crude imports, India-U.S. trade war  India’s Oil Pivot to Russia: Strategic or Risky? Since the Ukraine war began in 2022, India has dramatically increased its oil imports from Russia. What was once a negligible share (0.2%) has surged to over 35% of India’s total crude imports in 2025. The reason? Deep discounts offered by Moscow — often $25–30 below Brent crude — allowed Indian refiners to save billions and stabilize domestic fuel prices. In FY 2024–25, India imported 87.4 million tonnes of Russian oil worth over $50 billion Private refiners like Reliance and Nayara Energy accounted for nearly 60% of these purchases India exported refined products made from Russian crude to Europe, profiting from global price arbitrage 🇺🇸 U.S. Tariff Retaliation: 25% + Penalty, and...

  Cryptocurrency Update – August 2025: Bitcoin Slips, Altcoins Under Pressure Primary Keywords : cryptocurrency update August 2025, Bitcoin price today, Ethereum news, Altcoin market trends, crypto price analysis  Global Crypto Market Overview As of August 6, 2025, the cryptocurrency market opened on a weaker note. Bitcoin (BTC) has dropped nearly 7% from its July all-time high of $122,408. Major altcoins like Ethereum (ETH), XRP, Dogecoin (DOGE), and Solana (SOL) are also trading in the red.  Top Cryptocurrency Prices (USD & INR) Cryptocurrency Price (USD) 24h Change Price (INR) Bitcoin (BTC) $113,543.30 -0.63% ₹94.74 lakh Ethereum (ETH) $3,584.40 -1.86% ₹2.99 lakh XRP $2.92 -3.97% ₹24.37 Dogecoin (DOGE) $0.1966 -4.78% ₹16.40 Solana (SOL) $161.92 -3.58% ₹13,500  Bitcoin Dominance & Altcoin Season Index According to BlockBeats, the Altcoin Season Index currently stands at 38 — meaning only 38 out of the top 50 altcoins have outperformed Bitcoin in the last 90...

  🇺🇸 ESPN and WWE Strike $1.6 Billion Deal: What It Means for U.S. Sports Fans in 2026 In a groundbreaking move, ESPN has secured exclusive rights to air all WWE premium live events (PLEs) in the United States starting in 2026 . This $1.625 billion deal marks a seismic shift in the sports entertainment landscape and signals ESPN’s aggressive push into streaming.  What’s Changing? Exclusive Platform : All WWE PLEs—including WrestleMania, SummerSlam, Royal Rumble, and Survivor Series—will stream on ESPN’s new direct-to-consumer service. Launch Date : ESPN’s streaming platform goes live on August 21, 2025 . Subscription Cost : $29.99/month for full access to ESPN channels and WWE events. This partnership ends WWE’s previous arrangement with Peacock and redefines how fans will access wrestling content in the U.S.  Deal Breakdown Detail Value Total Contract Value $1.625 Billion Duration 5 Years Annual Value $325 Million Coverage All WWE PLEs in USA WWE President Nick Khan ca...

  Trump’s Tariffs on India: What the 50% Duty Means for Trade, Business & Geopolitics In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a sweeping 50% tariff on most Indian imports, citing India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. This move, announced via executive order on August 6, 2025, has sent shockwaves through global markets and diplomatic circles 2 .  What Happened? Initial Tariff : 25% duty effective August 7, 2025 Additional Tariff : Another 25% to be implemented after 21 days Total Impact : Most Indian goods now face a 50% import duty in the U.S. 3 Trump accused India of “funding the war in Ukraine” through discounted Russian crude purchases. The White House claims this undermines Western sanctions and aids Moscow’s war effort.  Sectors Hit Hardest Sector Impact of Tariff Textiles & Garments Prices may rise 30–40% in U.S. markets Pharmaceuticals Generic drug exports face cost pressure Gems & Jewelry Diamonds and g...

  McDonald's (MCD) Stock Analysis: Is the Golden Arches a Golden Opportunity in 2025? McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE: MCD), the world’s largest fast-food chain, has once again captured investor attention with a strong Q2 2025 performance. As the stock trades around $307.00 , up 2.75% from the previous close, many are asking: is now the time to invest in MCD?  Key Highlights from Q2 2025 Earnings Adjusted EPS : $3.19 vs. $3.14 expected Revenue : $6.84 billion, beating estimates of $6.7 billion U.S. Same-Store Sales : +2.5%, reversing a Q1 slump Global Momentum : Strong international performance and digital expansion CEO Chris Kempczinski credited the rebound to “compelling value, standout marketing, and menu innovation,” including the return of the Chicken Snack Wrap and value-focused promotions.  MCD Stock Performance & Technicals Metric Value Current Price $307.00 52-Week High $326.32 52-Week Low $265.33 P/E Ratio 27.08 Dividend Yield 2.37% Market Cap $219.5 Billion ...

  NEET PG 2025 Concludes: Key Highlights, Exam Analysis & What’s Next The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate courses (NEET PG 2025) concluded successfully on August 3, 2025 , marking a major milestone for over 2.42 lakh medical graduates across India 2 . Conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) , this year’s exam was the largest single-shift computer-based test in Indian history . Exam Overview Date of Exam : August 3, 2025 Mode : Computer-based test Cities Covered : 301 Test Centres : 1,052 Candidates Appeared : 2,42,000+ 2 NBEMS deployed over 2,200 faculty members and 300 cyber commandos to ensure a secure and fair examination process 2 . Eligibility & Courses NEET PG 2025 serves as the eligibility-cum-ranking exam for admission into: MD (Doctor of Medicine) MS (Master of Surgery) PG Diploma courses Post MBBS DNB and DrNB (6-year) programs NBEMS diploma courses Candidates must have completed their MBBS degree , ...

अगस्त 2025 में सोने-चांदी के भाव: निवेश के लिए सुनहरा मौका या सतर्कता की जरूरत? अगस्त 2025 की शुरुआत में सोने और चांदी की कीमतों में उतार-चढ़ाव देखने को मिला है। वैश्विक आर्थिक अनिश्चितता, अमेरिकी टैरिफ नीति, और डॉलर की मजबूती ने भारतीय सर्राफा बाजार को प्रभावित किया है। आइए जानें इस महीने के ताज़ा भाव और निवेश की संभावनाएं।  ताज़ा भाव (2 अगस्त 2025) धातु शुद्धता भाव (प्रति 10 ग्राम / किलो) सोना (Gold) 24 कैरेट ₹99,800 प्रति 10 ग्राम सोना 22 कैरेट ₹91,483 प्रति 10 ग्राम चांदी (Silver) 999 फाइन ₹1,10,550 प्रति किलोग्राम देश के प्रमुख शहरों में 24 कैरेट सोने के भाव: दिल्ली : ₹99,450 मुंबई : ₹99,620 चेन्नई : ₹99,910 हैदराबाद : ₹99,780  गिरावट के कारण अमेरिकी टैरिफ नीति : राष्ट्रपति ट्रंप द्वारा भारत समेत कई देशों पर भारी टैरिफ लगाने की घोषणा से वैश्विक बाजारों में अस्थिरता बढ़ी। डॉलर की मजबूती : अमेरिकी GDP आंकड़ों के बाद डॉलर इंडेक्स में उछाल आया, जिससे सोने की कीमतों पर दबाव पड़ा। रुपये में मजबूती : डॉलर के मुकाबले भारतीय रुपये के मजबूत होने से इंपोर्टेड गोल्ड सस्ता हुआ। ...

  Powerball Jackpot Soars to $410 Million: What You Need to Know The Powerball jackpot has once again captured the nation’s attention, climbing to a staggering $410 million for the August 2, 2025 drawing. Whether you're a seasoned lottery player or just feeling lucky, here's everything you need to know about this record-chasing prize.  What Is Powerball? Powerball is one of the most popular lottery games in the United States, played in 45 states , plus Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Players choose: 5 white ball numbers from 1 to 69 1 red Powerball number from 1 to 26 Optionally, add Power Play for $1 to multiply non-jackpot winnings Each ticket costs $2 , and drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET .  August 2 Winning Numbers The winning numbers for Saturday, August 2, 2025 were: White Balls : 6 - 18 - 34 - 35 - 36 Powerball : 2 Power Play : 2x As of now, no jackpot winner has been announced, meaning the pri...

   Zak Crawley Makes History in August 2025: England’s Enigmatic Opener Shines Again England’s top-order batter Zak Crawley continues to defy expectations and rewrite records in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against India. His explosive batting and historic partnerships have made him one of the standout performers of August 2025.  Crawley Crosses 3000 Runs in World Test Championship On August 1, 2025 , Crawley became the third England cricketer —after Joe Root and Ben Stokes —to score 3000+ runs in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) . He achieved this milestone during the fifth Test at The Oval , scoring a brisk 52 off 43 balls in the first innings. WTC Stats Snapshot: Matches : 52 Runs : 3027 Average : 32.54 Centuries : 4 Fifties : 18 Best Score : 267  Record-Breaking Partnership with Ben Duckett Crawley and fellow opener Ben Duckett added 92 runs in just 12.4 overs for the first wicket against India. This partnership helped them become the second o...

  FDA Butter Recall August 2025: What You Need to Know The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II nationwide recall for thousands of pounds of butter due to a serious labeling error. If you’ve recently purchased butter, especially NH European Style Butter Blend, it’s time to check your fridge.  What Triggered the Recall? On July 14, 2025 , Bunge North America Inc. voluntarily recalled 64,800 pounds of its NH European Style Butter Blend . The reason? The product contained undeclared milk , one of the nine major food allergens . This poses a significant health risk to individuals with milk allergies, ranging from mild hives to life-threatening anaphylaxis 2 .  Product Details Attribute Description Product Name NH European Style Butter Blend Weight Recalled 64,800 pounds UPC Code 1 00 78684 73961 2 Lot Code 5064036503 Packaging White paperboard cases, 36 blocks per case Distribution 12 U.S. centers + 1 in Dominican Republic Recall Class Class II (mo...

  August 2025 Crypto Market Update: Momentum, Volatility & Macro Moves The crypto market kicked off August 2025 with a mix of cautious optimism and macroeconomic tension. While Bitcoin remains range-bound, Ethereum and select altcoins are showing signs of bullish momentum. Let’s dive into the key trends, price movements, and what lies ahead.  Market Overview Metric Value (Aug 2, 2025) Change (24h) Total Market Cap $3.76 trillion ↓ 5.7% 24-Hour Trading Volume $181.8 billion ↑ Bitcoin (BTC) $113,685 ↓ 1.6% Ethereum (ETH) $3,516.83 ↑ 5.0% Bitcoin Dominance 60.1% — Ethereum Dominance 11.2% — Fear & Greed Index 55 (Greed) ↓ from 72  Top Gainers & Losers Gainers: Definitive EDGE (EDGE) : ↑ 45.4% — $0.2173 UNIART (UNIART) : ↑ 30.5% — $0.03395 Treasure MAGIC (MAGIC) : ↑ 31.0% — $0.1816 Losers: ZND Token (ZND) : ↓ 26.2% — $0.2906 BankrCoin (BNKR) : ↓ 21.6% — $0.0007926 Tokenbot (CLANKER) : ↓ 19.6% — $47.37  Sentiment & Macro Impact Investor Sentiment : The Fea...

  SSC विरोध प्रदर्शन 2025: छात्रों की आवाज़ और व्यवस्था की चुनौती हाल के दिनों में देशभर में SSC परीक्षाओं को लेकर छात्रों का आक्रोश एक बार फिर सड़कों पर दिखाई दिया। दिल्ली, लखनऊ, पटना, जयपुर और अन्य शहरों में हजारों छात्र SSC द्वारा आयोजित परीक्षाओं में पारदर्शिता की कमी, देरी, और तकनीकी खामियों के खिलाफ प्रदर्शन कर रहे हैं।  विरोध की मुख्य वजहें मुद्दा विवरण परीक्षा में देरी कई परीक्षाएं समय पर आयोजित नहीं हो रही हैं परिणामों की अनिश्चितता रिजल्ट जारी होने में महीनों की देरी तकनीकी गड़बड़ियाँ ऑनलाइन परीक्षा में बार-बार सर्वर डाउन और लॉगिन समस्याएँ पारदर्शिता की कमी उत्तर कुंजी और स्कोरिंग प्रक्रिया पर सवाल छात्रों का कहना है कि इन समस्याओं के कारण उनकी नौकरी पाने की संभावनाएं प्रभावित हो रही हैं और मानसिक तनाव बढ़ रहा है।  छात्रों की मांगें समयबद्ध परीक्षा और परिणाम उत्तर कुंजी की पारदर्शिता तकनीकी सुधार और सर्वर स्थिरता SSC अधिकारियों की जवाबदेही  सरकार की प्रतिक्रिया सरकार ने विरोध को संज्ञान में लेते हुए जांच समिति गठित की है। कुछ मामलों में CBI जांच की मांग भी ...

  Marv Levy: The Philosopher Coach Who Changed the NFL Forever When you think of NFL legends, names like Vince Lombardi and Bill Belichick often dominate the conversation. But Marv Levy , the mastermind behind the Buffalo Bills’ golden era in the early 1990s, deserves just as much reverence—not just for his coaching record, but for the intellect and integrity he brought to the game. Who Is Marv Levy? Full Name : Marvin Daniel Levy Born : August 3, 1925, in Chicago, Illinois Education : University of Chicago (B.A.), Harvard University (M.A. in English History) NFL Coaching Career : Most notably with the Buffalo Bills (1986–1997) Hall of Fame Induction : 2001 Levy wasn’t your typical football coach. He quoted Shakespeare in locker rooms, referenced military history in strategy sessions, and believed that character mattered as much as talent.  Coaching Achievements Achievement Details Super Bowl Appearances 4 consecutive (1990–1993) AFC Championships 4 titles Career Wins 143 regu...