India Mandates Indian Standard Time as Sole Official Time Reference

Rupee slips 13 paise to 85.56 amid rising crude prices and strong dollar

The Indian rupee opened lower against the US dollar on Monday, sliding 13 paise to 85.56. Rising crude oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions weighed on the domestic currency. Expectations of a US Federal Reserve interest rate hike further bolstered the dollar, adding pressure on the rupee. The Reserve Bank of India has stepped in with measures aimed at stabilizing the currency. Meanwhile, domestic equity markets also faced headwinds as foreign investors continued to sell off shares.

Gauhati HC: Elder brother cannot sell minor siblings' land under Muslim law

The Gauhati High Court has upheld a woman's land ownership originally acquired in 1975, ruling the sale invalid with respect to shares belonging to minor family members under Muslim personal law. The court found that family members who challenged the transaction had delayed their legal action for too long. However, the woman's uninterrupted possession of the land for over three decades was a decisive factor in the ruling. The court ultimately held that her legal successors are entitled to recover possession of the disputed land.

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CrowdStrike Reports Record Revenue as AI-Driven Cyber Threats Boost Security Demand

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is revealing significant vulnerabilities in corporate digital infrastructure. Conventional security systems are struggling to keep pace with increasingly sophisticated automated cyberattacks. AI is amplifying both the speed and complexity of these threats, raising alarms across industries. This growing threat environment has fueled strong demand for proactive cybersecurity solutions. As a result, CrowdStrike has seen notable stock growth driven by record quarterly revenue performance.