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Australia news live: Angus Taylor says 25% gas levy would shut down industry; NSW Treasury employee charged over 5,600 document data breach

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-21T06:31:13+00:00

Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNSW commission proposes heat-safe rentals to help tackle extreme temperatureHeat-safe rentals and tougher workplace safety rules for outdoor workers on scorching hot days have been proposed by a state climate policy advisory body, AAP reports. Continue reading...

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UK unemployment shows surprise fall to 4.9% as pay growth drops to lowest in five years

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-21T06:21:14+00:00

ONS data for three months to February is not expected to alter Bank of England’s decision on interest ratesUnemployment in the UK unexpectedly fell in the three months to February, according to official figures – but the fallout from the conflict in the Middle East is expected to cause a rise in job cuts.The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said that the rate of unemployment was 4.9% in the three months to February. This compares with 5.2% in the three months to January, a rate that economists had expected to also see in February. Continue reading...

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Man jailed after mimicking Bondi beach terror attack on footbridge and making slurs against Jewish people

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-21T06:15:16+00:00

Zayne Jason William McMillan’s lawyer says client’s tirade was antisemitic but claims he ‘does not consider himself racist against Jewish community’ A man seen mimicking the Bondi beach terror attack before making slurs against Jewish people has been jailed.Zayne Jason William McMillan, 23, was heavily intoxicated when he and a friend went to Bondi beach, six weeks after the shooting, in which 15 people were killed. Continue reading...

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Tehran and Trump Send Mixed Signals Ahead of Potential Talks

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-04-21T06:05:15+00:00

Vice President JD Vance is set to lead a U.S. delegation to Pakistan as Mr. Trump pushes for a peace deal. Iranian officials said privately they would send a team if Mr. Vance were there.

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Cattle breed whose ancestors lived with Celts added to priority at-risk list

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-21T06:00:18+00:00

UK’s Rare Breeds Survival Trust says calf numbers of white park cattle last year were less than two-thirds of 2022 levelAn ancient breed of cattle whose ancestors are thought to have accompanied the Celts as they were pushed to Britain’s fringes by the Romans has been designated as urgently at risk by a UK conservation charity.Publishing its 2026 watchlist on Tuesday, the Rare Breeds Survival Trust moved white park cattle to its “priority” category as new calf numbers sank last year to less than two-thirds of their 2022 level. Continue reading...

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Coforge launches two AI solutions for airlines

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-21T05:59:59+00:00

The announcement comes as Coforge shares trade at ₹1,294.20 on the NSE, up 0.47 per cent on the day, with the stock recovering from a 52-week low of ₹1,008.10 hit in March 2026

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Jio Financial shares slip after Q4 profit falls 14%; stock down 20% YTD

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-21T05:57:29+00:00

The Reliance Industries-backed financial services company reported a consolidated net profit of ₹2.72 billion for the March 2026 quarter, down 14% from ₹3.16 billion a year earlier

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Indian debt funds cut hedges as oil risks inflate rate-hike bets

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-21T05:53:59+00:00

The two-year swap rate is still trading near 6%, about 40 basis points above levels before the Iran conflict, showing markets continue to price in higher-for-longer interest rates

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Stock Market Live: Sensex jumps over 700 points, Nifty tops 24,550

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-21T05:47:29+00:00

Sensex, Nifty, Share Price LIVE: Indian markets traded higher in late morning deals, but sentiment remained cautious amid US-Iran ceasefire uncertainty, with volatility likely as investors track crude oil prices, global cues, Q4 earnings and weekly derivatives expiry.

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9 Stocks to Watch: Suzlon, Hyundai, TVS Motor, HCL Tech, TCS, JSW Steel

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-21T05:45:59+00:00

India–Korea business ties expanded with multiple MoUs across renewable energy, steel, IT and mobility sectors, as Suzlon, TVS Motor, Hyundai, JSW Steel, TCS and others announced major global partnerships, investments, expansions and technology collaborations

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Tuesday briefing: What it might take for lasting peace between the US and Iran

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-21T05:45:17+00:00

In today’s newsletter: Our diplomatic editor on whether permanent peace is possible – or whether there will be a new escalation in the conflictGood morning. The Gulf is stuck in limbo between war and peace. Despite a ceasefire deal between the US and Iran, both sides have ramped up threats once again. A lasting end to the violence feels possible, but so does a renewed round of fighting – and more death, destruction and economic pain.JD Vance, the US vice-president, is expected to fly to Pakistan today if Iran agrees to further talks on ending the conflict. Tehran has given mixed signals about

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MCX Aluminium: Wait for a rise to go short

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-21T05:42:20+00:00

There are high chances for a fall to ₹354-₹350 or even ₹343 in the short term.

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Australia news live: Angus Taylor says 25% gas levy would shut down industry; petrol stations fined over $128,000 for breaching Victoria’s fuel price plan

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-21T05:33:51+00:00

Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNSW commission proposes heat-safe rentals to help tackle extreme temperatureHeat-safe rentals and tougher workplace safety rules for outdoor workers on scorching hot days have been proposed by a state climate policy advisory body, AAP reports. Continue reading...

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US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-21T05:33:22+00:00

The Iranian official, speaking to Reuters, said Tehran was “positively reviewing” its participation in talks, despite earlier ruling them out, but stressed no decision had been made

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MCX Aluminium: Wait for a rise to go short

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-21T05:28:49+00:00

There are high chances for a fall to ₹354-₹350 or even ₹343 in the short term.

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High foreign ownership positive for Indian financial institutions: Fitch

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-21T05:17:35+00:00

Fitch said recent greater interest from foreign investors indicates their rising confidence in India's long-term growth prospects, the financial sector's regulations and oversight and improved risk governance

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