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Technology
OpenAI Unveils GPT-Live Voice Models: AI Can Now Listen and Speak Simultaneously
OpenAI Introduces GPT-Live Voice Models for Real-Time Conversations OpenAI has announced a major advancement in conversational AI with the launch of its new GPT-Live voice models, designed to make interactions with artificial intelligence feel more like speaking with another person. Unlike previous voice assistants that waited for users to finish talking before responding, the new...
Economy
Eimco Elecon Q1 Results: Net Profit Rises 6.2% YoY to ₹154 Million, Revenue Sees Healthy Growth
Eimco Elecon Reports Strong Q1 FY27 Earnings Eimco Elecon (India) Ltd. has announced its Q1 FY27 financial results, reporting a standalone net profit of ₹154 million, compared to ₹145 million during the same quarter last year. The latest earnings represent a year-on-year (YoY) growth of approximately 6.2%, reflecting steady operational performance despite challenging market conditions....
Economy
Tesla’s Next Big Bet? SpaceX Merger Speculation, Robotaxi Expansion, and Why Wall Street Is Watching Closely
Tesla Dominates Headlines with SpaceX Merger Buzz and Robotaxi Expansion Tesla is back at the center of Wall Street’s attention after a series of major developments involving SpaceX merger speculation, the expansion of its Robotaxi service to Miami, and fresh analyst optimism about the company’s long-term artificial intelligence strategy. Investors are increasingly debating whether Tesla’s...
GOLD
Gold Price Today: 24K, 22K & 18K Gold Rates in USD & INR (July 9, 2026)
Gold Price Today (July 9, 2026) Gold prices are attracting strong investor attention on Thursday, July 9, 2026, as traders assess the impact of the U.S. dollar, Treasury yields, geopolitical developments, and expectations surrounding central bank policy. While international spot gold remains above the $4,000 per ounce mark, domestic gold prices in India continue to...
News
Sensex Pre-Market Today (July 9): Will the BSE Sensex Extend Gains After Positive Global Cues?
Sensex Pre-Market Today: Positive Opening Likely as Gift Nifty Signals Bullish Sentiment The BSE Sensex is expected to open on a stronger note on Thursday, July 9, following upbeat overnight global cues and a firm close in Gift Nifty, which finished 76.50 points higher at 23,954.50. While Gift Nifty directly tracks the Nifty 50, it...
News
Nifty 50 Pre-Market Outlook Today (July 9): Will Bulls Push the Index Above 24,000?
Nifty Pre-Market Today: Gap-Up Opening Expected After Strong Gift Nifty Close Indian equity markets are set for a positive start on Thursday, July 9, as Gift Nifty ended the overnight session at 23,954.50, up 76.50 points (+0.32%), indicating a likely gap-up opening for the Nifty 50. With the benchmark index having closed at 23,882.05 in...
News
Gift Nifty Closes Strong: Signals Positive Start for Nifty 50 as Investors Await Key Market Triggers
Gift Nifty Ends Higher, Setting a Bullish Tone for Dalal Street Indian equity markets could be headed for a firm opening on Thursday, after Gift Nifty closed at 23,954.50, gaining 76.50 points (+0.32%) over its previous session. The closing level also places Gift Nifty 72.45 points above the previous Nifty 50 close of 23,882.05, indicating...
Markets
7-Eleven 7/11 Day 2026: Free Slurpees, $1 Deals, and Hawaiʻi’s 48th Anniversary Celebration
Every year on July 11 (7/11), convenience store giant 7-Eleven celebrates its biggest customer appreciation event, known as 7/11 Day. In 2026, the annual celebration is bigger than ever, with free treats, exclusive $1 deals, and special promotions across participating locations. For customers in Hawaiʻi, the celebration is even more meaningful as 7-Eleven Hawaiʻi marks...
Markets
Nintendo Mario Kart Tour Shutdown: Everything Players Need to Know
Nintendo Announces the End of Mario Kart Tour After nearly seven years of mobile racing, Nintendo has officially announced the shutdown of Mario Kart Tour, bringing one of its most successful smartphone games to an end. Since its launch in September 2019, the game introduced millions of players to the Mario Kart universe on Android...