Herman Copeland, Author at Riverdale Standard

Herman Copeland

Sensex Holds Steady, Nifty Nears 22,500 as Bajaj Finserv, Dr. Reddy’s Lead Gains

Indian stock markets kicked off the week on a strong note, with both Sensex and Nifty pushing higher. Gains were driven by heavyweight stocks like Bajaj Finserv and Dr. Reddy’s, even as global market dynamics and rising commodity prices cast a long shadow. Markets Open Strong Despite Global Uncertainty The week started with a sense of optimism. Sensex surged over 300 points in early trade, hovering around 74,600, while Nifty…

Militant Killed in Fierce Kupwara Encounter as Forces Crack Down

A militant was killed in an intense gunfight with security forces in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district on Monday morning, as officials confirmed the ongoing operation in the Krumbhoora area of Zachaldara Rajwar. Search Operation Turns Deadly Security forces launched a search operation in Kupwara after receiving a specific intelligence input about the presence of militants in the area. The plan was straightforward — cordon off the suspected hideout and flush…

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Storms Rip Through Metro Atlanta, Leaving Damage and Darkness Behind

Atlanta woke up to a chaotic scene Sunday morning after powerful storms barreled through the metro area overnight, uprooting trees, downing power lines, and leaving tens of thousands without electricity. Destruction Hits Hard Across the Region The storm didn’t hold back. Paulding County felt the brunt of it, with a gas station near Hay Renfroe Drive and Villa Rica Highway left in ruins. Twisted metal, shattered glass, and debris now…

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Georgia Gold Rusher: Six Flags Over Georgia Unleashes a New Era of Thrills

Six Flags Over Georgia is turning up the excitement for 2025, and the spotlight is all on the park’s latest high-speed masterpiece — the Georgia Gold Rusher. As the park swings open its gates for the new season on March 15, adrenaline junkies and families alike are in for a wild, unforgettable ride. A Ride Unlike Any Other The Georgia Gold Rusher isn’t just another roller coaster — it’s a…

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SpaceX Scraps Launch to Rescue NASA Astronauts Stranded on ISS After Launch Pad Glitch

SpaceX has once again delayed a critical mission to bring home NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been stuck aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months. A last-minute technical issue with the rocket’s launchpad forced the cancellation just moments before liftoff. Technical Issue Derails High-Stakes Rescue Mission The Falcon 9 rocket, poised to launch from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, was moments away from liftoff…

Balochistan Train Siege Ends in Bloodshed as Pakistani Forces Rescue Hostages

The quiet inside the Jaffar Express was shattered by gunfire and explosions as Pakistani special forces stormed the hijacked train, killing 33 separatist militants and rescuing hundreds of passengers. The brutal standoff ended after more than a day of terror, leaving behind a trail of grief and destruction. A Deadly Attack in the Heart of Balochistan The attack unfolded on Tuesday when the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), a separatist group,…

Apple’s iOS 19 Overhaul Could Redefine the iPhone Experience — If It Actually Happens

Apple is reportedly planning a massive redesign for iOS 19, promising a fresh look and tighter integration across its ecosystem. But after past disappointments, is this the year it finally delivers? A Long-Awaited Upgrade — But Can Apple Pull It Off? Apple’s iOS updates have felt a bit stale in recent years. Sure, we’ve gotten some cool features and performance boosts, but visually, things have stayed largely the same. Now,…

Saturn Claims the Moon King Crown with 128 New Potato-Shaped Moons, Total Hits 274

Saturn just tightened its grip on the title of the solar system’s moon champion. Scientists recently identified 128 new moons orbiting the gas giant — all irregularly shaped like potatoes — pushing Saturn’s total moon count to a staggering 274. A Giant Leap in Moon Counting The discovery came thanks to advanced telescope observations, particularly from the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope, where astronomers scanned the distant skies with unprecedented clarity. Dr. Edward…

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Georgia’s Foreign Direct Investment Plummets Nearly 30% in 2024

Foreign investment in Georgia took a significant hit last year, falling by nearly 30%. The decline, marked by lower equity inflows and reduced reinvestment, has economists raising their eyebrows — and concerns. Numbers That Tell a Tough Story The National Statistics Office of Georgia (Geostat) reported that foreign direct investment (FDI) dropped to $1.333 billion in 2024. That’s a hefty 29.9% slide from 2023, marking the second consecutive year of…

IndusInd Bank Shares Plunge 38% in Six-Day Freefall After Accounting Scandal

IndusInd Bank’s stock is in freefall. After the private lender disclosed accounting discrepancies tied to internal derivatives, the bank’s shares have nosedived more than 38% over six consecutive trading sessions — and investors are scrambling to make sense of the chaos. Six-Day Bloodbath Wipes Out Billions It’s been a brutal week for IndusInd Bank shareholders. The stock tumbled 7.7% on Wednesday, hitting a fresh low of ₹605.40 per share on…