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UAE private sector employees now enjoy a two-hour daily reduction in working hours during Ramadan, a legal right for all regardless of faith. This adjustment supports work-life balance and respects the physical demands of fasting. While most benefit, some roles have exemptions and overtime rules ensure fair compensation for extra work.

Stock market today: Indian equity benchmarks are slowly inching upwards, with Nifty50 and BSE Sensex opening in green after three days of gains. While Nifty50 was above 25,850 in early trade, BSE Sensex rose over 100 points.

In many instances, the taxpayers are alleged to have sought tax relief by reporting bogus donations to religious bodies, charitable organisations, or educational institutions.

Planning a bank visit? Be aware that Indian banks observe both national and state holidays, leading to varied closures. Today, February 18, Sikkim banks are closed for Losar. Maharashtra observes Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti on February 19, while Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh celebrate State Day on February 20. Remember, second and fourth Saturdays also mean

Asian markets saw a slight uptick as investors assessed US-Iran nuclear talks and Japan’s substantial investment pledges to Washington. Tokyo led the gains, buoyed by confirmed funding for infrastructure projects. Meanwhile, energy prices stabilized after earlier fluctuations, and global leaders convened in New Delhi to discuss AI governance amidst growing societal and environmental concerns.

Gold price prediction today: Maneesh Sharma, AVP – Commodities & Currencies, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers is of the view that gold prices are likely to resume their upward trend in the long run. He takes a look at the top factors for gold prices in the coming days:

Meerut is set to launch India’s fastest metro, boasting a maximum operational speed of 120 kmph. This 21-kilometer corridor will connect Meerut South to Modipuram with 12 stations, cutting travel time significantly. Notably, it will share tracks with semi-high-speed Namo Bharat trains, creating an integrated transport model.

Indian consumer goods companies are raising prices by up to 5% due to rising input costs and a weakening rupee. This follows a period of holding back on revisions after September’s GST cuts, as companies now exercise pricing power. Increased costs for commodities like crude oil derivatives and imported ingredients are impacting profitability across various