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Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories.

Donald Trump just made a dramatic claim aboard Air Force One: “The war in Gaza is over.” The US President is flying to the Middle East, first stopping in Israel to address parliament, then co-hosting a peace summit in Egypt with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. His peace deal’s first step — Hamas frees all Israeli hostages from the October 7 attack, while Israel releases 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and allows aid into Gaza. Netanyahu called it a “victory,” though he warned the fight isn’t done. World leaders, including Modi’s envoy Kirti Vardhan Singh, will join the summit, signaling a potential end to one of the deadliest modern conflicts that’s killed over 67,000 in Gaza.

Meanwhile, diplomacy’s getting a reboot elsewhere. Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand landed in New Delhi to “hit reset” on strained India-Canada ties. This marks the first official visit under new PM Mark Carney. She’ll meet Jaishankar, Piyush Goyal, and key business leaders in Mumbai before heading to China and Singapore — part of Canada’s Indo-Pacific push to rebuild strategic partnerships.

In Kabul’s shadow, Taliban foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi faced tough questions from women journalists after earlier barring them. His response — it was a “technical issue” — didn’t land well. The optics? A regime still struggling to convince the world it respects women’s rights.

And in markets, gold and silver are on fire. Silver neared $51 an ounce, gold hit $4,060, and traders are literally flying silver bars across the Atlantic. A mix of short squeezes, Fed cuts, and US-China tensions has sent precious metals soaring up to 80% this year.

Switching jobs within the same group or subsidiary? Your PF account may still face hurdles. EPFO treats internal transfers as new employment, requiring a transfer of previous PF contributions. Mismatched exit and joining dates can block your PF funds, causing unnecessary stress. Experts Aprajita Sharma (Mint) and Kunal Kabra (Kustodian.life) explain the critical steps to ensure a smooth transition. Watch this video to learn how to check PF details, avoid fund blocks, and secure your retirement savings.#epfo #epf #pension

In this episode of Rollin’ With The Boss, real estate leader Dhaval Ajmera shares his journey from being a self-proclaimed lazy 20-something to completing multiple Ironman triathlons. He opens up about discipline, endurance training, balancing business with passion, and how fitness reshaped his mindset, family life, and success in India’s competitive real estate industry. On the show Dhaval also shares expert insights on the perennial question of buying versus renting a home, explores why Mumbai’s real estate market remains robust, and provides exclusive details on Ajmera Group’s landmark Wadala land parcel. Whether investing, considering a first family home, or simply passionate about real estate or fitness, this interview delivers essential perspectives for informed decisions.Dhaval Ajmera interview, Ajmera Realty, Mumbai real estate 2025, Mumbai housing market, renting vs buying in Mumbai, Indian real estate market, Ironman India, real estate podcast, Rollin With The Boss Season 2, Abhishek Singh MintPresented by  @RajnigandhaPM  Luxury partner  @lexus 

The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra | The Right Angle New Episode | Entertainment News | Bollywood News | Viral Topics | Latest News🎬 The Right Angle brings you the real story behind the hype. Watch now!#TheRightAngle #SonalKalra #BollywoodNews #EntertainmentNews #ViralVideos #BollywoodControversy #TrendingNow #PopCultureDebate #EntertainmentWeekly #IndianEntertainment

Welcome to Bond Street Dialogues — Mint’s new video podcast series in association with IndiaBonds.In Episode 2, host Neil Borate and India Bonds Co-founder Vishal Goenka explain the laddering strategy in bonds, a smart way to generate steady fixed income and beat low bank savings rates. Learn how bonds can diversify your portfolio and deliver consistent returns.Stay tuned for more episodes of Bond Street Dialogues where we simplify investing, one conversation at a time.#BondstreetDialogues #Mint #IndiaBonds #Investing #Bonds #FixedIncome #NeilBorateMint Bond Street is powered by  @indiabonds1594 

From Deepika Padukone’s shocking exit from Kalki 2 to Jackie Shroff’s most emotional interview yet, this episode of The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra brings you Bollywood’s biggest stories and untold truths. Don’t miss Bhidu like never before, as he opens up about his mother, plants, and more.

Scotland's whisky map is changing. For decades, single malt meant the old guard, names everyone knew. But across the country, new casks are being filled and new whiskies finding their style.Since 2014, at least 20 new malt distilleries have opened across Scotland, bringing the total to more than 150. Some are brand new ventures from independent bottlers or entrepreneurs with a different vision. Others are revivals of historic names.More recently though, the industry has run into headwinds. Exports are growing in volume, but slipping in value. Tariffs have dented sales and production costs keep climbing. Yet new distilleries are reportedly still opening this year, proof that the building boom hasn't slowed. Beyond the familiar heritage names, a number of new single malts are now on themarket.We picked eight from distilleries that have opened or been revived in the past two decades.Watch!

In this episode, Mr K. Ganesh, Director - Sustainability & Corporate Affairs at Bisleri International, discusses how Bisleri is expanding its impact beyond bottled water, taking sustainable steps towards water conservation and plastic circularity into measurable sustainability initiatives. From replenishing nearly five times the water it consumes to collecting plastic caps and transforming them into benches, Bisleri is proving that bold, responsible action can coexist with business growth.Tune into this podcast to know more about how innovation, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to transparency are shaping Bisleri’s circular economy efforts. Also, get to know the insights on upcycling, renewable energy adoption, ESG reporting, and public engagement, highlighting how a company can lead by example in environmental stewardship.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Water Conservation01:19 Meet Mr. K Ganesh: The Man Behind the Sustainability Efforts01:49 The Nayi Umeed Initiative: Water Positivity Explained02:58 Water Conservation Practices and Their Impact04:55 Challenges and Realities of Water Credits06:58 Plastic Management: Past, Present, and Future10:40 Bench of Dreams: Inspiring Educational Initiatives12:52 Green Energy and Sustainability Reporting18:36 Lessons in Leadership and Sustainability20:33 Conclusion and Final Reflections

In this episode, Girish Ramesh Luthra, chairman of the Luthra Group, takes us through his decades-long journey, starting with a family textile business and evolving into a company that tackles everything from hazardous industrial waste to municipal solid waste. Luthra shares how a passion-driven team and a commitment to innovation allowed them to scale hazardous waste into fuel for cement companies and manage over 20,000 tons of municipal solid waste daily.This conversation goes beyond the numbers to explore the core challenges and opportunities in India's waste sector. Through innovation, technology, and passion-driven leadership, the country’s circular economy can be restructured. He shares his insights on scaling municipal waste systems, the role of policy and ethics, and how we can all view waste not as a problem, but as a valuable resource that can power a cleaner, more sustainable future for India.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Waste Management01:10 The Journey of the Luthra Group03:34 Challenges and Innovations in Waste Management08:00 Scaling Up: Growth and Future Prospects13:23 Municipal Waste Management Practices22:20 Technology and Policy Interventions27:58 Conclusion and Key Takeaways

“India and Bangladesh should learn from the business community,” says Dr. Ahsan Mansur, Governor of Bangladesh Bank. Bangladesh’s remarkable development story has hit rough weather in recent years, weighed down by reform complacency and weak governance. While the worst of the crisis may be over, challenges remain: fraying ties with India, reflected in a sharp decline in visas for Bangladeshi citizens; a mountain of bad debt in the banking sector; and the overhang of questionable mega-project investments, from the Chinese-funded Padma Railway Bridge and the Karnaphuli tunnel to the Russia-financed nuclear power plant. At the same time, Bangladesh looks to gain from fresh Chinese investment and export orders. How the country navigates these cross-currents will determine whether it can manage a smooth graduation from least-developed-country status in 2026.

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