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Gold prices surged to a fresh on Tuesday as investors flocked to the safe-haven metal amid rising geopolitical tensions linked to US actions against vessels carrying Venezuelan oil. At the same time, silver also hovered close to historic highs, extending a strong rally across precious metals.Spot gold was up 0.5% at $4,467.66 an ounce by…

South Korea’s Hyosung Heavy signs USD 82 million deal for UK wind project Hyosung Heavy Industries secured a contract worth 120 billion won, or approximately $82 million, to supply ultra-high-voltage transformers to the United Kingdom. This deal with SP Energy Networks, a division of ScottishPower, aims to support a significant wind power project as Britain…

The Central Board of Direct Taxes has cautioned that non-compliance will have financial consequences. (AI image) PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline: The final date to complete your PAN–Aadhaar card linkage is December 31, 2025. Beginning January 1, 2026, the Income Tax Department will declare all PANs that remain unlinked as inoperative.As per Notification No. 26/2025, issued on…

India’s IPO market gains momentum, boosts PE exits: KPMG report India’s IPO market has shown strong momentum in 2025, emerging as a key exit route for private equity (PE) investors, according to KPMG’s Pulse of Private Equity Q3’25 report.The report noted that India’s stock markets have performed exceptionally well so far in 2025, creating a…

The UK has long been a preferred destination for Indian doctors and nurses, with the National Health Service offering stable careers and professional recognition. However, that appeal is now fading, as rising costs, tighter immigration rules and limited job security push many Indian healthcare professionals to leave the country.Senior doctors of Indian origin currently working…

Dynamic asset allocation funds, also known as balanced advantage funds, are hybrid schemes. (AI image) Markets were very volatile during 2025, with the Nifty falling below 22,000 in March before recovering and shooting past 26,000 in October. Analysts expect heightened volatility to continue in 2026 as well. Investors can cushion themselves by opting for dynamic…

NEW DELHI: The Chinese embassy in India has launched the China online visa application system, allowing Indian passport holders to apply for Chinese visas digitally. The move streamlines the application process that earlier required multiple in-person visits and extensive paperwork.According to a report cited by PTI, Shenzhen-based online portal Greater Bay Area (GBA), eligible applicants…

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Somil Mehta, Head – Alternate Research, Capital Market Strategy, Mirae Asset Sharekhan, the top stocks investors can consider buying today on December 23, 2025 are: NMDC, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, and BHEL. Let’s take a look:NMDC – Buy in the range between Rs 78 & Rs…