Mumbai: The 25,000 mark is turning out to be a key hurdle for the benchmark Nifty. In 2025, the index has failed to stay above this psychologically important level for more than four straight trading sessions, while it has closed above it seven times in this year, according to ETIG data.Now, with geopolitical uncertainty heightening of late, and a lack of positive triggers, analysts see the 25,000-mark remaining a resistance against big market moves in the near future.The highest closing for the Nifty in 2025 so far has been at 25,141 on June 11. The index closed at 24,853 on Tuesday, down 93.1 points, or 0.4%, over the previous trading session with no end in sight to the conflict between Iran and Israel."Market sentiment remains uncertain amid the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, limiting Ni
A new Covid-19 variant, called NB.1.8.1, is spreading in several parts of the world, including the United States and Asia. Informally known as "Nimbus", the variant is said to be more transmissible but not necessarily more dangerous than previous strains.What Is the Main Symptom?One of the most talked-about symptoms of the Nimbus variant is a very painful sore throat, often called "razor blade throat". People have described the feeling as similar to swallowing glass or razor blades. Reports suggest this symptom is becoming more common in those infected with this strain.What Are Other Symptoms?Along with the sore throat, patients infected with the new variant have also reported:Nasal congestion or a runny noseFatigueMild coughFeverMuscle or body achesSome people may also experience:Headache