Cryptocurrency prices today: Bitcoin just above $57,000, Ether rises sharply

The cryptocurrency market has witnessed a burst of volatility over the past 24 hours as popular virtual coins struggled to find support. However, most small cryptocurrencies rose sharply after a short period of volatility on Wednesday. Bitcoin, the world’s most popular cryptocurrency, was trading at $57,199 or 0.81…

Explained: Why stock market investors should remain cautious amid Omicron threat

Domestic stock markets have witnessed a spike in volatility over the past few trading sessions as investors remain worried about the overall impact of the Omicron variant of coronavirus. Both S&P BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 went through two big crashes last week, following reports that the new coronavirus variant…

Some cryptocurrency firms in India see dip in new customer sign-ups

Indian cryptocurrency exchanges have witnessed a drop in the number of new individuals signing up on their platforms in light of the new cryptocurrency bill, which will be tabled during the Winter Session of Parliament. Potential cryptocurrency investors are staying put at the moment, due to a growing buzz that the…

Soaring tomato prices across several states make households bleed

Tomato prices across several states in the country have witnessed a rapid rise over the past few weeks, leading to a higher burden on households that are already dealing with high fuel and gas prices. While prices of other staple vegetables such as potato and onions have also increased, the rise in tomato prices is…

Cryptocurrency prices today: Bitcoin, Ether rise slightly after falling; altcoins struggle

The cryptocurrency market has witnessed mixed trends over the past 24 hours as smaller virtual coins lost momentum while Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) gained slightly. Bitcoin, the world’s most popular cryptocurrency, was trading at $57,256 or 1.20 per cent higher than its price 24 hours ago. Bitcoin’s market…

Cryptocurrency prices today: Bitcoin falls below $56,000, Ether falls over 4%

Cryptocurrency prices fell sharply as volatility remained high over the past 24 hours. The entire cryptocurrency market has witnessed a dip over the past week due to higher profit booking by investors. Bitcoin, the world’s most popular cryptocurrency, was trading below $56,000 or over 6 per cent lower than its…

Cryptocurrency prices today: Ether hits new record after sharp rally, Bitcoin at 3-week high

The cryptocurrency market has witnessed a strong rally over the past 24 hours and most virtual coins are expected to sustain this momentum throughout the day. After the sharp rally, the cryptocurrency market is close to hitting a market capitalisation of $3 trillion. Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, has…

Cryptocurrency prices today: Bitcoin, Ether remain rangebound; altcoins rise

The cryptocurrency market witnessed a range-bound session over the past 24 hours, with top virtual coins trading marginally higher. Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, was trading at $61,713.64 or nearly 2 per cent higher than its price 24 hours ago at 11:40 am. The market capitalisation of Bitcoin remains…

Basavaraj Bommai to assess damage due to Bengaluru rains

In the wake of rains causing damage in many parts of Bengaluru, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has embarked on a tour of the city on Monday morning. “Due to the rains over the last week many areas witnessed rain damage. I will visit these places and take a decision on the work to carried and compensation.…

Forbes list of 100 richest Indians sees 50% wealth rise, Mukesh Ambani retains top spot

The fortunes of India’s richest have witnessed a 50 per cent rise during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the Forbes list of 100 richest Indians in 2021. A soaring stock market, high levels of liquidity and demand for new-age digital services helped India’s wealthy cash in during the pandemic, evens as millions…