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Lupin Q4 PAT jumps 87.7% to ₹1,468.7 crore

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T03:15:50+00:00

The company had posted a consolidated profit after tax (PAT) of ₹782.4 crore in the corresponding quarter of the preceding fiscal, Lupin Ltd said in a regulatory filing

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Labour losses pile up in England local elections as Reform UK makes gains

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T02:56:51+00:00

Reform runaway winners in north-east, likely pushing Labour into opposition in Hartlepool, with other losses for Starmer in Chorley, Wigan, Redditch and TamworthElection 2026 live: latest news updatesFull results from England, Scotland and WalesThe scale of the electoral challenge facing Labour was laid bare overnight as the party haemorrhaged councillors at the local elections and Reform made significant gains.Keir Starmer’s party went into Thursday’s local elections expected to lose up to 1,850 councillors, with senior figures describing the contest as “tough”. Continue reading...

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Elections 2026 live: Labour suffers early losses as Reform UK surges in England

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T02:42:48+00:00

Local council results are being announced in England; Scottish and Welsh parliament results are due from midday2026 election results: latest from local, Scottish and Welsh votesWe’re getting statements from some of the political parties now as we wait for results.For the Conservatives, party chairman Kevin Hollinrake said:We have run an energetic and positive campaign, showcasing that we have a clear plan to get Britain working again and that we have the team to deliver it... We know that so soon after a historic general election defeat and contesting wards won during the Party’s polling highs

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Iran creates new Strait of Hormuz shipping authority amid US tensions

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T02:37:12+00:00

The move comes as Tehran reviews fresh US proposals aimed at ending the conflict, while sporadic exchanges of fire and explosions near key Iranian locations underline the fragility of the ceasefire

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Чому коти люблять скидати предмети з поверхонь: експертка назвала 3 причини

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-05-08T02:31:00+00:00

Коти розумні та активні створіння й те, що вони люблять скидати речі з кухонних стільниць, столів та полиць, аж ніяк не пов'язано зі злими намірами.

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Elections 2026 live: Labour suffers early losses as Reform makes gains in England

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T02:30:11+00:00

Local council results are being announced in England; Scottish and Welsh parliament results are due from midday2026 election results: latest from local, Scottish and Welsh votesWe’re getting statements from some of the political parties now as we wait for results.For the Conservatives, party chairman Kevin Hollinrake said:We have run an energetic and positive campaign, showcasing that we have a clear plan to get Britain working again and that we have the team to deliver it... We know that so soon after a historic general election defeat and contesting wards won during the Party’s polling highs

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US to revoke passports of parents with unpaid child support dues

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T02:27:14+00:00

Officials said around 2,700 passport holders could be affected immediately, with the programme later expanding to include anyone owing more than USD 2,500 under a 1996 law

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Trump warns EU of higher tariffs if trade deal is not approved by July 4

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T02:27:10+00:00

Trump’s latest remarks suggest a possible extension of his earlier tariff threat on EU autos following a conversation with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen

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Archibald prize 2026: Richard Lewer’s portrait of artist Iluwanti Ken wins $100,000

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T02:21:14+00:00

Australia’s most prominent portrait prize was announced on Friday at the Art Gallery of NSW, where the finalist exhibition will open on SaturdayArchibald prize 2026 finalists: Virginia Trioli, Jan Fran, Ahmed al-Ahmed and more – in picturesRichard Lewer has been awarded the 2026 Archibald prize for his portrait of Pitjantjatjara elder, traditional healer and senior artist Iluwanti Ken.The New Zealand-born, Melbourne-based artist – a six-time Archibald finalist – was announced as the winner of the $100,000 prize at the Art Gallery of New South Wales on Friday. The judging panel, comprised of th

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Julie Bishop resigns as Australian National University chancellor

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T02:21:12+00:00

Former foreign minister steps down early as finance minister Katy Gallagher says embattled institution must continue ‘rebuilding trust and confidence’The former foreign minister, Julie Bishop, has tendered her resignation from the position of chancellor at Australian National University (ANU).The finance minister, Katy Gallagher, said in a statement on Friday morning that the embattled institution would need to continue “rebuilding trust and confidence”. Continue reading...

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Australia news live: Julie Bishop resigns as ANU chancellor; Anika Wells repays $10,000 for incorrect travel claims

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T02:19:09+00:00

Katy Gallagher confirms Bishop’s resignation, saying ‘the challenges facing ANU did not arise overnight’. Follow updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDavid Attenborough at 100: ‘I had thought I would celebrate quietly’In a dose of good news, Sir David Attenborough is 100 today. The veteran broadcaster said he expected to celebrate quietly, but expressed gratitude for the well-wishes he had received. Continue reading...

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Buzzing stocks: Lenskart, South Indian Bank, PNC Infratech, Cochin Shipyard, Deep Industries

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T02:12:33+00:00

Indian markets are expected to track key corporate developments on Friday, including RBI approval for Kotak Mahindra Bank’s South Indian Bank stake acquisition, PNC Infratech’s Lucknow project win, and fresh business orders and legal updates involving several listed firms

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Nifty seen opening 150 points lower as investors track Iran-US tensions

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T02:10:42+00:00

Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) continued heavy selling in April despite a recovery in benchmark indices, pushing FII ownership in Indian equities to its lowest level in over a decade.

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‘This is how we cement President Trump’s agenda’: Tennessee Republicans celebrate state’s new congressional maps – as it happened

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T01:55:26+00:00

This live blog is now closed.Tennessee Republicans redraw maps to erase last Democratic, Black-majority districtSign up for the Breaking News US emailFollowing Marco Rubio’s closed-door meeting with Pope Leo XIV, the state department said that the pair discussed the “situation in the Middle East and topics of mutual interest in the Western Hemisphere”, according to a readout from spokesperson Tommy Pigott.“The meeting underscored the strong relationship between the United States and the Holy See and their shared commitment to promoting peace and human dignity,” he said. Continue reading...

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IS-linked mother and daughter charged with crimes against humanity including slavery face Melbourne court

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T01:45:11+00:00

Kawsar Ahmad, 53, and Zeinab Ahmad, 31, appear in Melbourne as Janai Safar, 32, due to face Sydney court on separate charges including joining a terrorist organisationTwo Australian women charged with committing crimes against humanity including slavery offences during the rule of Islamic State in Syria have faced a Melbourne court.Kawsar Ahmad, 53, also known as Abbas, and her daughter Zeinab Ahmad, 31, were arrested by officers from the Victorian joint counter-terrorism team (JCTT) at Melbourne airport on Thursday. Continue reading...

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News live: Julie Bishop resigns as ANU chancellor; Australia’s hantavirus risk ‘very low’, health department says

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T01:35:00+00:00

Katy Gallagher confirms Bishop’s resignation, saying ‘the challenges facing ANU did not arise overnight’. Follow updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDavid Attenborough at 100: ‘I had thought I would celebrate quietly’In a dose of good news, Sir David Attenborough is 100 today. The veteran broadcaster said he expected to celebrate quietly, but expressed gratitude for the well-wishes he had received. Continue reading...

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La Corte Usa boccia i dazi al 10% imposti da Trump

Source: Repubblica Homepage · Published: 2026-05-08T01:34:52+00:00

La sentenza rappresenta un duro stop per il presidente americano e arriva alla vigilia dell’atteso viaggio in Cina dove incontrerà il leader Xi Jinping

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Elections 2026 live: Labour suffers early losses as results begin to arrive in England

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T01:16:24+00:00

Reform UK gain councillors in early results; Scottish and Welsh parliament results are due from midday2026 election results: latest from local, Scottish and Welsh votesWe’re getting statements from some of the political parties now as we wait for results.For the Conservatives, party chairman Kevin Hollinrake said:We have run an energetic and positive campaign, showcasing that we have a clear plan to get Britain working again and that we have the team to deliver it... We know that so soon after a historic general election defeat and contesting wards won during the Party’s polling highs, that th

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Sensex today | Stock Market Live Updates: Stock to buy today: Motilal Oswal Financial Services

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-08T01:13:04+00:00

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for Motilal Oswal Financial Services. The 11 per cent surge this week confirms an inverted head and shoulder pattern on the chart. The neckline support of this pattern is around ₹840. There are chances to see a near-term dip towards ₹840. However, a fall below ₹840 is less likely as fresh buyers are likely to come into the market. Motilal Oswal Financial Services share price has potential to target ₹1,000 and even higher levels in the coming weeks.

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Trump-ally Roger Stone condemned for providing lobbying services to Myanmar’s military junta

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T00:57:43+00:00

Stone being paid $50,000 a month to ‘rebuild’ relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed governmentUS lobbyist Roger Stone, a longtime friend and ally of Donald Trump, has been condemned for accepting $50,000 a month to “rebuild” relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed government.Myanmar’s leaders have been internationally isolated since seizing power in a coup in 2021, and have repeatedly been accused of atrocities that may amount to war crimes. Activists say the military rulers, which recently held widely condemned “sham” elections, are now trying to reasse

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Trump ally Roger Stone condemned for providing lobbying services to Myanmar’s military junta

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T00:57:43+00:00

Stone being paid $50,000 a month to ‘rebuild’ relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed governmentThe US lobbyist Roger Stone, a longtime friend and ally of Donald Trump, has been condemned for accepting $50,000 a month to “rebuild” relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed government.Myanmar’s leaders have been internationally isolated since seizing power in a coup in 2021, and have repeatedly been accused of atrocities that may amount to war crimes. Activists say the military rulers, which recently held widely condemned “sham” elections, are now trying to re

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Australia news live: federal budget to include $64bn in savings and ‘reprioritisations’; Australia’s hantavirus risk ‘very low’, health department says

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-08T00:45:21+00:00

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the budget will be taking the challenge of inflation ‘very seriously’. Follow updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDavid Attenborough at 100: ‘I had thought I would celebrate quietly’In a dose of good news, Sir David Attenborough is 100 today. The veteran broadcaster said he expected to celebrate quietly, but expressed gratitude for the well-wishes he had received. Continue reading...

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