What is Securities Transaction Tax & how does it impact investors?
The Securities Transaction Tax (STT) is a tax levied on every purchase and sale of securities listed on recognised stock exchanges in India. It applies to equity shares, derivatives, equity-oriented mutual fund units, and ETFs. The tax is collected upfront by the exchange and passed on to the government. STT increases transaction costs, particularly impacting short-term and intraday traders.
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The Securities Transaction Tax (STT) is a tax levied on every purchase and sale of securities listed on recognised stock exchanges in India. It applies to equity shares, derivatives, equity-oriented mutual fund units, and ETFs. The tax is collected upfront by the exchange and passed on to the government. STT increases transaction costs, particularly impacting short-term and intraday traders.
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First kiss happened 21 million years ago between early primates: Scientists
According to a study published in the journal Evolution and Human Behavior, the first kiss happened between primate ancestors of great apes around 21 million years ago. The study claimed Neanderthals and humans also likely locked lips, citing evidence that they interbred and shared an oral microbe - a sign they swapped saliva - long after the two species diverged.
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11:24 am Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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According to a study published in the journal Evolution and Human Behavior, the first kiss happened between primate ancestors of great apes around 21 million years ago. The study claimed Neanderthals and humans also likely locked lips, citing evidence that they interbred and shared an oral microbe - a sign they swapped saliva - long after the two species diverged.
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Miss Universe 2025 judge quits claiming pageant is rigged, jury member had affair with contestant
Omar Harfouch, a judge and composer who created music for Miss Universe 2025, announced his resignation just three days before the final competition. He alleged on Instagram that a 'secret committee' or 'impromptu jury' had already selected the top 30 finalists of Miss Universe 2025. He also alleged a selection committee member had an affair with one of the contestants.
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11:42 am Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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Omar Harfouch, a judge and composer who created music for Miss Universe 2025, announced his resignation just three days before the final competition. He alleged on Instagram that a 'secret committee' or 'impromptu jury' had already selected the top 30 finalists of Miss Universe 2025. He also alleged a selection committee member had an affair with one of the contestants.
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What is Project Prometheus, Jeff Bezos' AI startup?
AI startup Project Prometheus, which Jeff Bezos has joined as co-CEO, is named after the Greek mythological figure who stole fire from the gods and gave it to humankind. The startup reportedly aims to build AI systems that can accelerate scientific discoveries across engineering, manufacturing, computing, aerospace, and automobiles. It has already assembled a 100-member team, as per reports.
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11:59 am Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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AI startup Project Prometheus, which Jeff Bezos has joined as co-CEO, is named after the Greek mythological figure who stole fire from the gods and gave it to humankind. The startup reportedly aims to build AI systems that can accelerate scientific discoveries across engineering, manufacturing, computing, aerospace, and automobiles. It has already assembled a 100-member team, as per reports.
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Can't bear the praise: BJP as Congress leader differs with Tharoor on PM's speech
BJP has reacted after Congress leader Supriya Shrinate said that PM Narendra Modi's speech had nothing "praiseworthy", differing from her party colleague Shashi Tharoor, who praised it. BJP's CR Kesavan said, "Congress can't brook even an honest appreciation of the PM." "The...intolerance of Congress directly stems from the deep insecurity of its first family, particularly Rahul Gandhi," he added.
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11:55 am Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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BJP has reacted after Congress leader Supriya Shrinate said that PM Narendra Modi's speech had nothing "praiseworthy", differing from her party colleague Shashi Tharoor, who praised it. BJP's CR Kesavan said, "Congress can't brook even an honest appreciation of the PM." "The...intolerance of Congress directly stems from the deep insecurity of its first family, particularly Rahul Gandhi," he added.
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Found it to be petty: Shrinate as Tharoor praises PM Modi's speech
After Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised PM Narendra Modi's speech at the Ramnath Goenka Lecture, Congress leader Supriya Shrinate said she found the speech "petty". "I didn't see any reason to appreciate him. I don't know how he (Tharoor) found one," Shrinate added. "PM...was at...event of...newspaper. He should tell us what his problem is with fair journalism," she stated.
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11:46 am Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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After Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised PM Narendra Modi's speech at the Ramnath Goenka Lecture, Congress leader Supriya Shrinate said she found the speech "petty". "I didn't see any reason to appreciate him. I don't know how he (Tharoor) found one," Shrinate added. "PM...was at...event of...newspaper. He should tell us what his problem is with fair journalism," she stated.
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7 Maoists including 3 women killed in encounter in Andhra Pradesh
Seven more Maoists, including three women, were killed in an encounter at Maredumilli forest in Andhra Pradesh a day after their top commander Madvi Hidma was killed by police. Speaking at a press conference, AP Intelligence ADG Mahesh Chandra Laddha said the fresh encounter was a continuation of Tuesday's operation. At least 50 Maoists have been arrested from nearby districts.
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12:14 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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Seven more Maoists, including three women, were killed in an encounter at Maredumilli forest in Andhra Pradesh a day after their top commander Madvi Hidma was killed by police. Speaking at a press conference, AP Intelligence ADG Mahesh Chandra Laddha said the fresh encounter was a continuation of Tuesday's operation. At least 50 Maoists have been arrested from nearby districts.
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India slips 13 ranks in latest global climate change performance
India has slipped 13 places to 23rd in the latest Climate Change Performance Index, marking its biggest drop in recent years. Released by Germanwatch at the UN COP30 Summit in Brazil, the CCPI evaluates 63 countries and the EU on emissions, renewable energy, energy use, and climate policy. India had previously remained in the top 10 for six consecutive years.
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India has slipped 13 places to 23rd in the latest Climate Change Performance Index, marking its biggest drop in recent years. Released by Germanwatch at the UN COP30 Summit in Brazil, the CCPI evaluates 63 countries and the EU on emissions, renewable energy, energy use, and climate policy. India had previously remained in the top 10 for six consecutive years.
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What happens if a person doesn't bathe for a week?
Not bathing for a week can cause oils needed to maintain a good skin barrier to accumulate and mix with dirt, which can flare up eczema or psoriasis. Overgrowth of bacteria can lead to skin infections. Dead skin cells can accumulate on skin, leading to hyperpigmentation of skin. It can also lead to increase in dirt and microbes under nails.
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Not bathing for a week can cause oils needed to maintain a good skin barrier to accumulate and mix with dirt, which can flare up eczema or psoriasis. Overgrowth of bacteria can lead to skin infections. Dead skin cells can accumulate on skin, leading to hyperpigmentation of skin. It can also lead to increase in dirt and microbes under nails.
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Laden used Saudi people in 9/11 attack to destroy our ties with US: Saudi Crown Prince
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman responded to questions on Saudi nationals' role in 9/11 terror attack, during his ongoing visit to White House. "Osama Bin Laden used Saudi people at that event for one main purpose: to destroy this relation, to destroy the American-Saudi relation," said Salman. Laden knew that strong US-Saudi ties are bad for terrorism, Salman added.
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12:00 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman responded to questions on Saudi nationals' role in 9/11 terror attack, during his ongoing visit to White House. "Osama Bin Laden used Saudi people at that event for one main purpose: to destroy this relation, to destroy the American-Saudi relation," said Salman. Laden knew that strong US-Saudi ties are bad for terrorism, Salman added.
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What is the difference between bathroom, washroom and restroom?
Traditionally, a bathroom is a room equipped with a bathtub or shower. A washroom, commonly used in offices, schools, and malls, highlights hygiene and basic sanitation rather than bathing. In early 20th-century America, 'toilet' was considered indecent in public signage, prompting shopkeepers and theatres to adopt the more polite term 'restroom', emphasising an invitation to 'take a break'.
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12:20 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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Traditionally, a bathroom is a room equipped with a bathtub or shower. A washroom, commonly used in offices, schools, and malls, highlights hygiene and basic sanitation rather than bathing. In early 20th-century America, 'toilet' was considered indecent in public signage, prompting shopkeepers and theatres to adopt the more polite term 'restroom', emphasising an invitation to 'take a break'.
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Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha share pics, reveal they've named baby boy 'Neer'
Actress Parineeti Chopra and her husband, politician Raghav Chadha shared a glimpse of their baby boy. Revealing the baby's name, they wrote in the caption, "Jalasya rūpam, premasya svarūpam — tatra eva Neer. Our hearts found peace in an eternal drop of life. We named him 'Neer' — pure, divine, limitless." Parineeti gave birth to the baby boy last month.
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Actress Parineeti Chopra and her husband, politician Raghav Chadha shared a glimpse of their baby boy. Revealing the baby's name, they wrote in the caption, "Jalasya rūpam, premasya svarūpam — tatra eva Neer. Our hearts found peace in an eternal drop of life. We named him 'Neer' — pure, divine, limitless." Parineeti gave birth to the baby boy last month.
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Is waking up at 5 am better than waking up at 7 am?
Around 5 am, most people are in lighter stage of sleep, so getting up feels more refreshing. Air is cooler and quieter, supporting calm 'rest-and-restore' response, said Saurabh Bothra, co-founder, Habuild. However, Dr Swarup Swaraj Pal, Chief CVTS surgeon, Gleneagles Hospital, said nervous system functions best when it gets restorative sleep regardless of whether one wakes up earlier or later.
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12:35 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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Around 5 am, most people are in lighter stage of sleep, so getting up feels more refreshing. Air is cooler and quieter, supporting calm 'rest-and-restore' response, said Saurabh Bothra, co-founder, Habuild. However, Dr Swarup Swaraj Pal, Chief CVTS surgeon, Gleneagles Hospital, said nervous system functions best when it gets restorative sleep regardless of whether one wakes up earlier or later.
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Why should people not share phone numbers with shopkeepers after a purchase?
Sharing phone numbers with retailers for loyalty points or e-receipts can lead to data misuse, News18 reported. Sudden spam messages, calls from unknown brands or delivery updates for orders the person didn’t place often signal misuse. If receipts or loyalty updates appear from outlets the person never visited, it indicates the data has been pooled, sold or accessed without consent.
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12:30 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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Sharing phone numbers with retailers for loyalty points or e-receipts can lead to data misuse, News18 reported. Sudden spam messages, calls from unknown brands or delivery updates for orders the person didn’t place often signal misuse. If receipts or loyalty updates appear from outlets the person never visited, it indicates the data has been pooled, sold or accessed without consent.
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Ajit Pawar’s son not named in ₹300-cr Pune land deal probe report
The report on ₹300-crore Pune land deal linked to firm co-owned by Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's son, Parth, has indicted three individuals. It, however, doesn't name Parth as he's absent from all transaction documents. The firm has been ordered to pay ₹42 crore stamp duty as it was found that government land was sold illegally with stamp duty waiver.
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12:56 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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The report on ₹300-crore Pune land deal linked to firm co-owned by Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's son, Parth, has indicted three individuals. It, however, doesn't name Parth as he's absent from all transaction documents. The firm has been ordered to pay ₹42 crore stamp duty as it was found that government land was sold illegally with stamp duty waiver.
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Video shows Trump's reaction as Saudi Crown Prince increases investment in US to ₹88 lakh crore
A video shows US President Donald Trump's reaction on Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman increasing investment in US from $600 billion to $1 trillion (over ₹88 lakh crore). "Good, I like that very much," Trump said, as he leaned towards the Saudi leader. Bin Salman said investments will be made in areas including AI and magnets, among others.
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12:49 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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A video shows US President Donald Trump's reaction on Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman increasing investment in US from $600 billion to $1 trillion (over ₹88 lakh crore). "Good, I like that very much," Trump said, as he leaned towards the Saudi leader. Bin Salman said investments will be made in areas including AI and magnets, among others.
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272 eminent citizens, including ex-judges, write open letter against Rahul Gandhi
A group of 272 eminent citizens, including ex-judges and retired Armed Forces officers, has written a letter accusing Congress and Rahul Gandhi of trying to tarnish constitutional institutions like the EC. It said India's democracy faces a "rising tide of venomous rhetoric". "After [Congress'] attempt to tarnish Indian Armed Forces...now it's EC's turn to face...conspiratorial attacks," it said.
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01:06 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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A group of 272 eminent citizens, including ex-judges and retired Armed Forces officers, has written a letter accusing Congress and Rahul Gandhi of trying to tarnish constitutional institutions like the EC. It said India's democracy faces a "rising tide of venomous rhetoric". "After [Congress'] attempt to tarnish Indian Armed Forces...now it's EC's turn to face...conspiratorial attacks," it said.
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Traffic advisory issued for Guru Tegh Bahadur's Martyrdom Day in Delhi
Delhi Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory from November 19th to 25th for the celebration of 350ᵗʰ Martyrdom Day of Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Ji at Red Fort. Buses and commercial vehicles coming from Delhi Gate and Chhata Rail Chowk side towards Netaji Subhash Marg may be diverted towards Ring Road between 4 to 11 pm during this period.
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01:02 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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Delhi Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory from November 19th to 25th for the celebration of 350ᵗʰ Martyrdom Day of Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Ji at Red Fort. Buses and commercial vehicles coming from Delhi Gate and Chhata Rail Chowk side towards Netaji Subhash Marg may be diverted towards Ring Road between 4 to 11 pm during this period.
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BCCI curators took over wickets: Ganguly on Eden Gardens pitch row
Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) President Sourav Ganguly has distanced himself from the Eden Gardens pitch controversy, saying, "I don’t get involved at all." "Curators from the BCCI come and take over the wickets four days before the Test match," he said. Ganguly added, "We have our own curator as well, who has done exceptionally well for a long time."
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01:25 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) President Sourav Ganguly has distanced himself from the Eden Gardens pitch controversy, saying, "I don’t get involved at all." "Curators from the BCCI come and take over the wickets four days before the Test match," he said. Ganguly added, "We have our own curator as well, who has done exceptionally well for a long time."
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Toilet made of gold, called 'America', sells for ₹107 crore
A toilet made of 18 carat gold has sold for $12.1 million (over ₹107 crore) at an auction in New York. The toilet called "America" was made by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan using about 223 pounds of gold. Cattelan is also the artist behind a duct-taped banana that sold for $6.2 million last year.
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01:17 pm Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
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A toilet made of 18 carat gold has sold for $12.1 million (over ₹107 crore) at an auction in New York. The toilet called "America" was made by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan using about 223 pounds of gold. Cattelan is also the artist behind a duct-taped banana that sold for $6.2 million last year.
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