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Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Ceasefire Cheers, Markets Rally Wall Street bounced and gold slumped as President Donald Trump brokered a surprise ceasefire between Israel and Iran—bringing an end to what he called the “12-Day War.” Investors cheered the cooling conflict, triggering a selloff in safe-haven assets. On the Multi Commodity Exc...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Trump Declares Ceasefire: “12-Day War Ends” In a dramatic twist, US President Donald Trump announced a “Complete and Total CEASEFIRE” between Israel and Iran via Truth Social, calling time on what he dubbed the “12-Day War.” The phased truce begins with Iran halting fire, followed by Israel 12 hours later, an...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Markets Resilient, But Oil’s the Wildcard Despite the chaos, Indian markets are holding their ground. Since the Israel-Iran conflict flared up, Nifty and Sensex have climbed 1.59%, even as Brent crude rose 2.19% to $76.57/barrel. But the calm may not last. Alok Agarwal of Alchemy Capital warns of a crude spik...

In this episode of 'Transforming India: the Road to 2047', a podcast presented by Mint in partnership with JSA Advocates & Solicitors, hosted by Anil Padmanabhan, we delve into the global shift of diversifying manufacturing and supply chains away from China, known as the China Plus One strategy. Our experts, Varun Sriram and Vinod Kumar, partners at JSA, discuss why South India, with i...

In this episode of Guru Portfolios, we have a guest with a super interesting take on investing - Ashish Shanker, CEO, Motilal Oswal Private Wealth. Ashish has never invested through SIPs, he invests only in equities and in fact, even his parents' portfolio is 100% equity despite their age. Ashish manages the money of rich people - he oversees Rs 1.3 trillion in advisory assets, and gives us an...

1. Khamenei in the Crosshairs Tensions in the Middle East have hit boiling point. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has declared that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, “can no longer be allowed to exist,” following a missile strike that injured 40 civilians in Beersheba. Katz directly blamed Khamenei for ordering attacks on civilian areas, including hospitals. Reports suggest the U...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Fed Hits Pause—Again For the fourth time this year, the US Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady at 4.25%–4.5%, citing “diminished but elevated” economic uncertainty. Fed Chair Jerome Powell pointed to the lingering effects of Trump-era tariffs, noting that while uncertainty peaked in April, it hasn’t fu...

Foreign citizens inheriting Indian shares face a complex legal maze. From notarised documents and embassy attestations to high courier costs and endless rejections, the process is remote—but far from easy. Experts Aprajita Sharma and Ankit Garg break down the required steps and highlight the challenges NRIs face while claiming shares of deceased relatives in India. Watch the whole episode on YouTu...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. 1. Trump Flexes Muscle in Middle East The Iran-Israel conflict has entered a dangerous sixth day, and the U.S. is rapidly reinforcing its military posture. President Donald Trump warned Iran that America’s “patience is wearing thin,” claiming full control of the skies over Iran—signaling potential U.S. strike...

G7 Fractures Over Israel-Iran Conflict As missiles fly between Israel and Iran, G7 leaders are pushing for calm—but unity is cracking. A draft joint statement calls for deescalation and backs Israel’s right to defend itself, while vowing to safeguard energy market stability. But former U.S. President Donald Trump is yet to sign off. “They should talk and they should talk immediately,” Trump said,...

In this interview, ace investor Vijay Kedia speaks exclusively to Mint, in which he tells us his main mantras for picking stocks. From how to identify good ones to how to notice red flags, Kedia spills it all in this quick masterclass - watch!#investing #money #finance Watch the whole episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnVY2zWkePc&t=5s

It's not just middle class Indians, but even HNIs, or High Net Worth individuals who seem to be struggling to save enough money. As per the "India Wealth Survey 2025" by Marcellus Investment Managers in collaboration with Dun & Bradstreet, 43% of India's HNIs save less than 20% of their post-tax income, indicating a lack of financial discipline and preparedness despite their...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Markets, Modi, Gold & Grief: A Week That Shook India Markets on Edge It was a volatile week for Indian equities. With Israel-Iran tensions escalating and Brent crude spiking over 12%, investors dumped risky assets. The Nifty 50 closed down 1.14% at 24,718, while the Sensex slipped 1.30%. Market heavyweigh...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Israel Hits Iran, Global Tensions Soar Tehran woke up to airstrikes as Israel launched a surprise assault targeting suspected nuclear and military sites. While exact targets weren’t confirmed, smoke was seen in western Tehran. Defense Minister Israel Katz declared a nationwide emergency and closed schools. Th...

Artificial Intelligence or AI is the current revolution, disrupting industry like never before. On Mint's series with  @salesforce  India, we explore all aspects of how AI is impacting businesses and what it means for the workforce. Watch this episode where Abhishek Singh, Deputy Editor, Mint is joined by Arundhati Bhattacharya, President & CEO, Salesforce South Asia, Ratan Kumar Kesh, Exe...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Red Alert: North India in a Heatwave Grip North India is reeling under a severe heatwave, with Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan placed under a red alert. Temperatures are soaring 5°C above normal, with Delhi’s heat index touching 45.5°C and Rajasthan’s Ganganagar hitting a blistering 48°C, the highest in...

Meghalaya Honeymoon Horror: How A Local Guide’s Tip Helped Cops To Arrest Sonam Raghuvanshi In UP Sonam Raghuvanshi, wife of Indore resident Raja Raghuvanshi, who was found murdered in Meghalaya during their honeymoon, has been arrested for allegedly hiring contract killers to orchestrate his murder. Here's how the case unfolded!#sonamraghuvanshi #meghalaya #indore #rajaraghuvanshi Watch the whole...

Are mutual funds a real alternative to traditional bank accounts? From instant redemptions to merchant payments, we explore if liquid mutual funds can replace your savings account. Featuring expert insights from Mint’s Neil Borate and Anil Poste, this explainer breaks down benefits, issues, tax implications, and more. Watch till the end to decide if this financial shift makes sense for you!#mutual...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Gaganyatri Launch Delayed Again India’s much-anticipated moment in space will take a bit longer. The Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission—meant to carry the first Indian Gaganyatri to the ISS—has been postponed due to a liquid oxygen (LOx) leak found during Falcon 9’s booster test. SpaceX confirmed the issue via X, while I...

The EPFO will now credit interest on EPF deposits up to the date of settlement, not just month-end. This change, under paragraph 60(2)(b) amendment, ensures members get full interest even on month-end withdrawals—reducing loss and grievances. Claims from the 25th onwards will also now be processed without delay. Watch!#epfo #epf #epfwithdrawal Watch the full episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube...

In this thought-provoking episode, hosts Leslie D’Monte and Jayanth N speak with Anurag Sahay, VP & Global Business Unit Head – AI and Data Sciences at Nagarro, about why AI hallucinations might not be flaws, but indicators of an evolving intelligence paradigm. They explore how most people—and enterprises—still think in linear, deterministic ways, and why that mindset may no longer serve us in...

In this special episode of What's It Like Mint's Abhinav Trivedi goes and talks to renowned environmentalist Peepal Baba and explores his philosophy of life. His Karma and his gratitude towards everything. What is more important; How to judge one's life, how to decide priorities; health & happiness. What were his struggles #health #happiness #tree #trees #flora #fauna #nature #naturelovers #sa...

Census 2027: The Union government has announced the dates of the long-delayed Census. The exercise, which is basically an official count of the people, including information about their ages, jobs, etc, will be done in two phases. The last census of India was conducted sixteen years ago in 2011. This time, however, the enumerators will collect caste details of residents along with the population n...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. 1. RBI in the Spotlight: Will Growth Trump Caution? All eyes are on RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra today as the central bank gears up to announce its second bi-monthly policy decision of FY26. A 25 basis point cut is widely expected—bringing the repo rate down to 5.75%—marking the third straight rate reduction...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. 1. China’s Magnet Freeze Jolts Indian Auto Industry India’s auto sector is on edge as China stalls rare earth magnet exports to Indian firms—even while approving shipments to other countries. These magnets, essential for EV and auto component manufacturing, are now in short supply. Major players like Bosch an...