US markets today (April 14, 2026): Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq rise on Middle East de-escalation hopes; earnings in focus

Wall Street extended its gains on Tuesday, with investors stepping back into equities amid fresh signals that diplomatic efforts could ease tensions in the Middle East, even as corporate earnings remained in sharp focus.The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 227.05 points, or 0.47%, to 48,445.30, while the S&P 500 gained 32.09 points, or 0.47%, to…

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‘What mistake did I commit?’ Pappu Yadav refuses to apologise for remarks on women | India News

Independent MP from Bihar’s Purnea Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav, on Friday defended his remarks on the Women’s Reservation Bill, saying “I will do anything to protect” women entering politics.Yadav questioned whether he had committed any wrongdoing that warranted an apology, adding that his stand was in support of the country’s daughters and…

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IPL 2026: ‘We’ve got some work to do’ – Ricky Ponting flags concerns despite unbeaten Punjab Kings run | Cricket News

Ricky Ponting in the middle (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings pulled off a historic run chase against Delhi Capitals, and head coach Ricky Ponting made it clear that skipper Shreyas Iyer was at the heart of the victory. Chasing a massive 265, Punjab showed belief throughout, with Iyer calmly guiding the team home with…

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‘Tamil Nadu will fight’: CM Stalin warns PM Modi over north gain in delimitation | India News

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin (File photo) NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin on Tuesday issued a sharp warning to the BJP-led central government over the proposed delimitation exercise, saying the state would launch massive protests if any move harmed Tamil Nadu’s interests or disproportionately increased the political influence of northern states.In a…

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Stock Market Live Updates: Nifty opens in red, stays above 24,050; BSE Sensex drops over 100 points as oil prices rise to $110; what’s the outlook?

The record-setting rally in US equities lost some momentum on Monday as fresh uncertainty surrounding the conflict involving Iran weighed on investor sentiment over the weekend. At the same time, oil prices moved sharply higher. The S&P 500 managed a modest gain of 0.1 per cent, closing at yet another all-time high. The advance was…

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Showers and sunshine tame India’s emissions

CHENNAI: India’s carbon emissions have, for once, paused. In 2025, the country’s carbon dioxide output edged down, breaking a decades-long trend of steady increases. This is also the first time on record that emissions have fallen during normal economic conditions. Previous declines were seen only during exceptional disruptions, such as the 2020 pandemic and the…

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After over two months, Sam Altman sends apology letter to Canada’s Tumbler Ridge community for shooting that killed six children

ChatGPT maker OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, has apologised for the mass shooting incident that happened in Canada more than two months ago. In a letter addressed to the community of Tumbler Ridge, Canada, he admitted that the company did not alert law enforcement about the online activity of the alleged shooter before the attack. In…

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Sykkuno scandal deepens as multiple women come forward with shocking allegations

Allegations against Sykkuno have triggered a major online backlash, with multiple women sharing personal experiences that paint a troubling picture. From past relationships to uncomfortable encounters, several voices claim patterns of dishonesty and manipulation. While supporters remain divided, the streamer has not yet publicly responded. As the story gains traction, the controversy continues to grow,…

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