ISRO: Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Likely Triggered Nepal Glacier Collapse and Floods

Before and after: Nepal’s green mountainside turned into debris field

Sensex Opens 120 Points Higher as Brent Crude Dips on Easing Hormuz Tensions

Indian equity markets opened on a positive note with the Sensex rising over 120 points amid mixed global signals. Brent crude oil prices slipped below $88 per barrel as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz showed signs of easing. The decline in oil prices provided some relief to markets, which are sensitive to energy cost fluctuations. Global cues remained mixed, tempering the overall enthusiasm among investors despite the early gains.

Microsoft Cloud Hits $100B Revenue, but Analysts Demand Greater Transparency

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced that the company's Azure cloud business has surpassed $100 billion in revenue, marking a significant milestone for the tech giant. However, analysts and investors have expressed dissatisfaction over Microsoft's continued reluctance to disclose detailed financial data about Azure. The lack of transparency raises concerns about the true profitability and capital requirements of its cloud operations. Rivals such as Amazon provide more granular segment-level financial reporting, putting pressure on Microsoft to follow suit. Shareholders are now calling on Microsoft to offer clearer financial disclosures around its cloud and AI businesses.

Putin Signals War Escalation as Ukraine Peace Talks Stall

Russian President Vladimir Putin is moving to intensify military operations in Ukraine as diplomatic negotiations have reached a standstill. According to sources, Putin has shown no intention of ending the conflict despite mounting economic pressure from Western sanctions. Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries and logistics networks have also failed to compel Moscow toward a ceasefire. The combination of battlefield dynamics and collapsed talks suggests the war is entering a more dangerous phase.