Jerome Powell says Fed has limited scope to counter energy price rise; flags inflation risks

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Monday said the central bank is closely monitoring inflation risks arising from the spike in energy prices due to the Iran war, but cautioned that there is limited scope for policy intervention in such supply-driven shocks.Speaking at Harvard University before nearly 400 students, Powell said energy shocks typically tend…

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Pankaj Saran: Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge sets ‘a new benchmark for Indian cinema’, says former Deputy NSA Pankaj Saran | Hindi Movie News

Pankaj Saran, the former Deputy National Security Advisor of India, has heaped praise on Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar: The Revenge, calling it a new benchmark for Indian cinema. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, released in theatres worldwide on March 19. He also compared the film to Hollywood war movies and praised the director’s use…

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US consumer confidence edges up despite $4 gas prices; inflation worries rise amid Iran war

US consumer confidence rose marginally in March even as fuel prices surged due to the Iran war, highlighting resilience in spending but growing concerns around inflation and economic outlook, according to AP.The Conference Board said its consumer confidence index increased to 91.8 in March from 91 in February, indicating a modest improvement despite rising cost…

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UP CNET 2026 notification released for B.Sc, M.Sc admissions: Direct link to apply here

UP CNET 2026 notification released, applications underway at abvmucet26.co.in. The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh has released the official notification for UP CNET 2026 (Common Nursing Entrance Test), inviting applications for admission to B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing programmes. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official portal, with the last date…

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