IT stocks slump; Infosys dives over 7%

 Infosys. File picture | Photo Credit: The Hindu IT stocks tumbled on Wednesday (February 4, 2026), with Infosys slumping over 7%, in line with a heavy selloff in tech companies in the U.S.. Shares of Infosys plunged 7.19%, Tata Consultancy Services tanked 6.95%, LTIMindtree dropped 5.51%, and Hexaware Technologies tumbled 4.98% on the BSE. The…

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What Shakira learnt about life after becoming a mother, and why it changed her forever |

International superstar Shakira shares her journey into motherhood, illustrating how it completely transformed her worldview. She embraced a new definition of success, focusing on being present rather than striving for perfection. With time becoming a cherished emotional investment, her career choices now reflect a deeper consideration. Shakira has spent decades in the public eye, but…

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Aadhaar cleanup drive: UIDAI deactivates over 2.5 crore IDs of deceased persons; move aims to curb fraud and misuse

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has deactivated more than 2.5 crore Aadhaar numbers belonging to deceased individuals as part of a nationwide database clean-up exercise aimed at preventing identity misuse and fraud, the government informed Parliament.The move is part of efforts to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the Aadhaar ecosystem, which remains…

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Remove unfit garbage trucks pronto: BMC | Mumbai News

Mumbai: BMC has ordered an urgent, citywide inspection of all garbage trucks after a routine check in Dharavi revealed several decrepit large and mini compactors.Citing risks to sanitation workers, motorists and pedestrians, the solid waste management (SWM) department said vehicles found to be mechanically unsafe or prone to breakdowns will have to be immediately pulled…

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