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October 12, 2026 10:00 AM

US Judge Blocks Taxpayer-Funded Trump Ads Over Misuse Claims

A US federal judge has ordered the administration of President Donald Trump to immediately stop airing taxpayer-funded television advertisements that promote the president. The ruling comes just weeks before the crucial November 3 midterm elections and is seen as a major legal victory for government...

October 12, 2026 9:59 AM

Shares seesaw in Asia as earnings loom, oil skids

Stock markets got off to an erratic start on Monday as earnings season loomed, while oil slipped amid confusion over whether Russia would, or could, increase energy exports. While the conflict in the Gulf continued with strikes on shipping and airports, President Donald Trump's announcement of an e...

October 12, 2026 9:58 AM

Stock markets open higher amid easing oil prices

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty climbed in early trade on Monday, extending their previous session's sharp rally, amid easing oil prices. The 30-share BSE Sensex rallied 178 points to 72,627.86 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 76.20 points to 22,591.45. From the 30 Sensex firms, B...