When Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado handed her Nobel Peace Prize medal to US President Donald Trump this week, the gesture was heavy on symbolism and light on clarity. Was Trump being given a “Nobel”? Can such an award be given? And what does medal ownership actually mean? Here’s how the rules, precedents, and…
IREF noted that the US already imposes a 50% duty on Indian rice shipments. (AI image) Recent export data shows that India sent basmati rice worth $468.10 million, which is 5.99 lakh metric tonnes, to Iran during April to November of 2025-26. According to the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF), Rising tensions in Iran and…
SCSS accounts help earn interest payments on a quarterly basis. (AI image) Senior Citizens Savings Scheme or SCSS, is a popular post office investment and savings scheme for senior citizens and retired individuals. The government-backed scheme is considered a guaranteed cushion for regular interest income flow, especially for individuals who are looking for high interest…
