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NEET UG 2024 Registration for Reopens: review the online application process, deadline, application costs, exam date, and further information.

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NEET UG 2024 Registration for Reopens: review the online application process, deadlines, costs, exam date, and other information.

On April 9, the National Testing Agency (NTA) reopened registration for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2024. NEET UG 2024 Registration for Reopens- Visit the official website at neet. online. in to submit an online application.

The last date for applying is April 10. It is also the deadline for receiving fees online. The direct link will not work after 10.50 p.m. The fee window, however, will remain open until 11.50 p.m. 

NEET UG 2024: Application fees

The application fees can be paid only online.

Also Read: Charles Barkley expressed his eclipse apathy by roasting everyone who enjoyed it!

You have to pay ₹1,700 as the application fee for NEET UG if you are in the General/ NRI category. General-EWS/ OBC-NCL category candidates need to pay ₹1,600 while SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender candidates will have to pay ₹1,000. 

NEET UG 2024: How to register

Check the following steps to apply online:

  • Visit neet.ntaonline.in
  • Click on the registration link on the home page. This will open a new page.
  • Fill in the details to register. 
  • Fill up the application form.
  • Pay the application fee online.
  • Hit submit and download the receipt.
  • Keep a hard copy of the receipt for future reference. 

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NEET UG 2024: How to register

Check the following steps to apply online:

  • Visit neet.ntaonline.in
  • Click on the registration link on the home page. This will open a new page.
  • Fill in the details to register. 
  • Fill up the application form.
  • Pay the application fee online.
  • Hit submit and download the receipt.
  • Keep a hard copy of the receipt for future reference. 

Diljit Dosanjh has a son and got married to an Indian-American woman. reveals the friendship of the actor!

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The next role Diljit Dosanjh will play is the title character in Amar Singh Chamkila. On April 12, the Imtiaz Ali movie will be available on Netflix.

Diljit Dosanjh is referred to by his admirers as a “been Munda (good boy)”. The actor-singer was recently seen in a major part in the film Crew and collaborated with Ed Sheeran during his concert in Mumbai. However, the actor-singer’s friends have unexpectedly claimed that Diljit is married to an Indian-American woman and has a son in a profile published by The Indian Express for Sunday Express Eye.

Also Read Sensex Today Live Updates: Sensex is at 74,690, while Nifty is at 22,640. FMCG, Auto, PSB, Pharma, Consumer, and O&G are lagging.

What his friends said

The mentioned profile. “A very private individual not much is known about his family, but friends say his parents reside in Ludhiana, and his wife is of American-Indian descent with a son.” His son and wife both reside in the United States, according to the story.

Earlier, Diljit had said he had never experienced heartbreak in an interview with YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia. He also talked candidly about how, as a young boy, he became estranged from his family. When I moved out of my parent’s house at the age of eleven, I moved in with my mama ji or maternal uncle. I left my town behind and traveled to the metropolis. I moved over to Ludhiana. My parents responded, “Yes, take him,” when he asked, “Send him to the city with me.” Not even my folks asked me… In addition, since we didn’t have cell phones in those days, it was expensive for us to call my parents or send a message back home. I therefore began to grow apart from my family,” he remarked.

Diljit is getting ready for Amar Singh Chamkila’s premiere. Based on the true account of the young assassination of the Punjabi musician and his wife, the Netflix release tells their narrative. Parineeti Chopra portrays Amarjot, his singer-wife. Mohit Choudhary, Saregama, Window Seat Films, and Select Media Holdings LLP are the producers of the movie.

Charles Barkley expressed his eclipse apathy by roasting everyone who enjoyed it!

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Charles Barkley, a former NBA player turned commentator, did not understand the excitement around Monday’s 2024 solar eclipse, even though almost everyone else in the nation did.

Speaking during the break during Monday night’s men’s NCAA tournament championship game in Phoenix, Barkley said he couldn’t believe anyone stood outdoors and watched the eclipse.

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Yes, he disciplined us all for it.

Charles Barkley mocked the eclipse viewers, calling them all “losers” and joking that “we’ve all seen darkness before.” He sees no difference at all between this and what occurs when the sun sets and the moon rises each day.

Naturally, Barkley had Ernie Johnson, his co-anchor and personal friend, standing up for everyone who took pleasure in the unusual solar event.

Is the Indian stock market open or closed in the Celebration of Gudi Padwa 2024 today?

Barkley being told by Johnson not to hate on the eclipse is comedy gold. Only Barkley could find a way to roast almost the entire United States of America for enjoying a solar eclipse on national championship day.

Johnson telling Barkley not to be angry about the eclipse is hilarious. On the day of the national championship, Barkley was the only one who could find a way to make fun of practically the whole American people for witnessing a solar eclipse.

Sensex Today Live Updates: Sensex is at 74,690, while Nifty is at 22,640. FMCG, Auto, PSB, Pharma, Consumer, and O&G are lagging.

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Sensex Today Live Updates: On April 8, provisional data from the NSE revealed that domestic institutional investors (DIIs) purchased ₹3,470.54 crore worth of stocks, while foreign institutional investors (FIIs) net sold shares worth ₹684.68 crore.

Sensex Live Updates for Today: Ahead of this week’s U.S. inflation report and a significant meeting of the European Central Bank, global stocks were neutral on Tuesday. Meanwhile, industrial metals prices continued their current upward trend, supported by prospects of a global manufacturing comeback.

Early trading saw a 0.1% decline in the pan-European STOXX 600 index, despite muted Wall Street futures.

According to Dan Boardman-Weston, CIO at BRI Wealth Management, “stock markets seem to be in a holding pattern at the moment and I think that will continue until we get more clarity on inflation and the state of the economy.”

Indian stock market: Over the weekend, 7 significant factors affected the market: the Gift Nifty, US nonfarm payrolls, and oil prices.

“Markets are waiting to see what the inflation print is and how that changes expectations for rate cuts going forward.” This year, expectations for rate decreases in the US have decreased due to strong economic statistics and persistent inflation readings.

Instead of the 150 basis points (bps) that traders were pricing in at the beginning of the year, they are now pricing in about 62 bps of cuts from the Federal Reserve in 2024, which implies a two or three-quarter-point reduction.

Similar events are taking place in Europe, where investors will be closely examining President Christine Lagarde’s remarks ahead of Thursday’s ECB policy statement, hoping to find any indications that rates may be lowered in June.

As shares in the Asia-Pacific region increased, industrial metals prices continued to rise on Tuesday amid hopes of a global manufacturing resurgence.

The Asia-Pacific equities MSCI broadest index outside of Japan had a 0.6% increase. Nikkei 225 in Japan gained 1.1%.

The most traded May copper futures in Shanghai reached a record high, rising more than 1%, while the metals zinc and tin reached multi-month highs and aluminum closed just below the two-year high set on Monday. Despite being hit hard by China’s real estate slump, iron ore prices in Singapore remained above $100 per tonne.

According to Vishnu Varathan, head of economics at Mizuho Bank in Singapore, “It’s pretty much a China bet.”

According to figures released on Monday, German industrial production increased in February more than anticipated. Data from last week indicated that American manufacturing was expanding for the first time in a year and a half. In March, China’s manufacturing output increased for the first time in six months.

According to BRI’s Boardman-Weston, central bank purchases and increased geopolitical concerns helped spot gold reach yet another record high. “I think the rally may continue in the short term,” he stated.

Sensex Today Live: Sector Indices Heat Map

Sensex Today Live: Across sectors, the Media and PSU Bank were the biggest losers, both down 1.25%, and 0.90%, respectively. Following them were the Consumer durables, FMCG, Oil & Gas, Auto, and Pharma indices, which were down 0.81%, 0.63%, 0.46%, 0.34%, and 0.17%.

Among the gainers were Metal, up 1.11%, followed by Financial Services, and Bank, which were up 0.30%, and 0.27%.

Sensex Today Live: Broader market indices heat map

Sensex Today Live: Having shed their earlier gains, the broader market was in the red, with the BSE MidCap index down 0.42%, and the BSE SmallCap index down 0.10%. 

Sensex Today Live: Gainers and Losers on Nifty

Sensex Today Live: 30 of the 50 stocks on the Nifty 50 were in the red, with Titan, Coal India, Reliance Industries, Hero MotoCorp, and Tech Mahindra, emerging as the top losers of the day, while Apollo Hospital Enterprises, Hindalco, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finserv, and Infosys, were the top gainers. 

Today, the Sensex, which is a barometer of the Indian stock market, saw a mixed bag of performances from its listed companies. Here’s a simple breakdown of what happened:

Winners:

  • ICICI Bank
  • Bajaj Finserv
  • Infosys
  • Tata Steel
  • Axis Bank

These companies saw their stock prices rise, contributing positively to the Sensex.

Losers:

  • Titan
  • Reliance Industries
  • Tech Mahindra
  • Asian Paints
  • IndusInd Bank

Unfortunately, these companies experienced a drop in their stock prices today, pulling the Sensex down.

Market Update at 3 pm: At 3 pm, the Sensex was down slightly by 0.05%, while the Nifty, another important index, was also down by 0.11%. This means overall, the market was experiencing a slight dip from its recent highs.

Angel One’s Fund Raise: Angel One, a prominent financial services company, successfully raised ₹1,500 crore through Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP). This funding will support the company’s growth plans and meet its financial obligations.

Insights into Chemical and Cement Sectors: Experts from Prabhudas Lilladher provided insights into the chemical and cement sectors. They anticipate challenges for chemical companies due to various factors including demand pressure and competition from China. However, they expect a modest recovery in the near term. In the cement sector, they foresee strong volume growth for certain companies despite weak pricing, indicating potential opportunities for investors.

Potential Acquisition by Dixon Technologies: Dixon Technologies announced its plans to acquire a majority stake in Ismartu India. This move is subject to regulatory approvals and could expand Dixon’s presence in the market.

Overall, today’s market movements reflect a mixed sentiment, with some sectors facing challenges while others show promise. Investors will need to carefully assess the landscape to make informed decisions.

Sensex Today Live: This PSU real estate stock is up 260% in a year. Are there more gains ahead?

Sensex Today Live: The real estate industry in India is currently experiencing a golden era. The demand is so robust that not even escalating interest rates can dampen it. The industry has witnessed an extraordinary rebound, with the Nifty Realty index skyrocketing nearly 100% in FY24.

Sensex Today Live: Indian banks are battling the worst deposit crunch in 20 years

Sensex Today Live: In the fiscal year 2023-24, Indian banks faced challenges in attracting deposits, despite a surge in credit growth. The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) data revealed that the credit-deposit ratio reached its peak in at least two decades, as loan disbursements increased across various categories, including home loans and consumption loans.

The credit-deposit (CD) ratio, which signifies the proportion of a bank’s deposit base used for loans, stood at 80% – the highest since 2005, the earliest year for which this ratio is available, according to RBI data. The data for FY24 is up to March 22, marking the last fortnight of the previous financial year.

Sensex Today Live: 1 pm Market Update

Sensex Today Live: Indian benchmark indices were at record highs on Tuesday, led by robust expectations of strong Q4 results this earnings season.

At 1 pm, Sensex was up 130.11 points, or 0.17%, at 74,872.61, and Nifty was up 23.05 points, or 0.1%, at 22,689.35.

Sensex Today Live: Are IDBI Bank’s potential suitors good enough? RBI is checking

Sensex Today Live: The protracted process of IDBI Bank’s privatization appears to be gaining momentum, with the central bank scrutinizing the eligibility of prospective bidders.

Initial bids for the government’s majority stake in IDBI Bank have been submitted by entities including CSB Bank, backed by Prem Watsa, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Emirates NBD, as per media reports. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is presently assessing whether these potential bidders meet its ‘fit and proper criteria’ for operating a financial services institution, as informed by two individuals familiar with the situation. 

Sensex Today Live: Prabhudas Lilladher, Co. Head of Research – Institutional Equities, Swarnendu Bhushan, believes that the Q4 earnings preview indicates an operationally better quarter for oil and gas businesses.

Operating Profit Projections: The operating profit for the Indian Oil & Gas sector is anticipated to see a 6% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) improvement, reaching ₹97,800 crore. This indicates a positive trajectory for the sector’s financial performance.

Upstream Companies Outlook: Companies like ONGC and OIL India are expected to witness marginal improvements in production. Their net crude realization is projected to be around US$77.5/bbl after accounting for windfall tax. Similarly, gas realization rates are anticipated to remain stable QoQ at US$6.5/mmBtu.

City Gas Distribution (CGD) Companies: CGD companies are expected to experience notable year-on-year (YoY) volume growth ranging from 7% to 12%. This growth is expected to contribute to strong EBITDA (standard cubic meter) amidst a decline in spot LNG prices.

Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs): OMCs are forecasted to report moderate Gross Refining Margins (GRMs) and Gross Marketing Margins (GMMs). Despite this, there’s a positive outlook for Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), with expectations of improved QoQ results driven by stronger refining margins.

Analyst Recommendations: Various analyst recommendations have been provided for key players in the sector:

  • RIL: Analysts suggest a downgrade from ‘Accumulate’ to ‘Hold’ rating.
  • GAIL: Downgrade from ‘REDUCE’ to ‘SELL’ rating.
  • HPCL: Rerate from ‘SELL’ to ‘REDUCE’ post-correction in stock price.
  • BPCL and IOCL: Recommendations to ‘SELL’ with specific target prices.
  • MRPL: Recommendation to ‘SELL’ with a specific target price.
  • Oil India and ONGC: ‘ACCUMULATE’ and ‘HOLD’ ratings respectively, with target prices provided.

City Gas Distribution Companies and Others:

  • Gujarat Gas, IGL, and MGL: Expectations of improved operating profitability.
  • Petronet: Recommendation to ‘SELL’ with a specific target price.
  • GSPL: Recommendation to ‘ACCUMULATE’ with a specific target price.

With the help of these insights, investors will be better equipped to decide what to invest in the oil and gas industry. As usual, before making any financial obligations, careful investigation and consideration of professional advice are crucial.

Sensex Today Live: 11 am Market Update

Sensex Today Live: Indian benchmark indices were at record highs on Tuesday, led by robust expectations of strong Q4 results this earnings season.

At 11 am, Sensex was up 312.22 points, or 0.42%, at 75,054.72, and Nifty was up 78.80 points, or 0.35%, at 22,745.10.

Stock Market Today Live : Gaining Asian peers, Gift Nifty futures indicate strong open for Indian markets

Stock Market Today Live : Markets in India were expeceted to open on a positive note, following gains in Asian peers, with a focus on industrial metal company stocks.

In India, at 8:16 am, Gift Nifty futures were trading at 22,830, more than 150 points ahead of Nifty 50’s Monday close of 22,666.30, indicating a robust opening for Indian benchmark indices that were likely to test fresh all-time highs in Tuesday’s trading session.

Industrial metals prices extended their gains on Tuesday with expectations of a worldwide manufacturing rebound, while Asian shares crept up a little more cautiously ahead of this week’s U.S. inflation data and a crucial European Central Bank meeting.

MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.2%. Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.6%.

Shanghai copper futures were up 1% at a two-year high and have gained more than 10% in a month. Zinc made a five-month high in Shanghai, where Aluminium made a 22-month peak on Monday.

Even iron ore, battered by China’s property downturn, steadied above $100 a tonne in Singapore.

On Monday, data showed German industrial production rising more than expected in February.

Last week, data showed U.S. manufacturing growing for the first time in one-and-a-half years. China’s manufacturing activity expanded for the first time in six months in March.

Precious metals have been soaring, too, with gold hovering just below a record high of $2,353 hit on Monday. Spot gold has risen nearly 14% this year.

Silver hit its highest since mid-2021 on Monday and platinum has also shot higher. Brent crude is below recent peaks but clinging above $90 a barrel at $90.62.

Chinese stocks have not joined the party, though Hong Kong’s Hang Seng was 1.2% higher in early trade and China proxies such as the Antipodean currencies have been rallying.

For global stock markets, bonds and currencies, the main focus this week is on U.S. inflation data due on Wednesday and the European Central Bank meeting on Thursday.

Expectations for U.S. rate cuts have been evaporating and where in January markets had expected more than 150 basis points in cuts, investors now are not even sure of half that many.

Annualised headline U.S. inflation is seen rising to 3.4% in March from 3.2% a month earlier. U.S. two-year yields, which track short-term interest rate expectations, are their highest since late November at 4.801%, while ten-year yields also hit 2024 highs of 4.46% on Monday.

Is the Indian stock market open or closed in the Celebration of Gudi Padwa 2024 today?

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Indian stock market: Two trade holidays are scheduled for April 2024, according to the list of stock market holidays for this month.

Stock market holiday: Given that today, April 9, 2024, is Gudi Padwa 2024, which is celebrated nationwide, investors in the Indian stock market may be unclear as to whether or not there will be any action on the NSE and BSE today. Investors and observers in the stock market are recommended to review the complete list of Indian stock market holidays in 2024 to find out the official response to this query.

Today share market open or closed?

According to the list of stock market holidays in 2024, which is available on the BSE website, the Indian stock market will remain open on Tuesday i.e. on Gudi Padwa 2024. This means trading activities at the BSE and NSE will take place as usual. 

The immediate stock market holiday is set for April 11, 2024, according to the calendar of stock market holidays for the current year. Two stock market holidays are scheduled for April 2024: April 11 and April 17. This information is based on the stock market holidays list for 2024.

Indian stock market: Over the weekend, 7 significant factors affected the market: the Gift Nifty, US nonfarm payrolls, and oil prices.

Stock market holidays in April 2024

On 11th April 2024, trading activities on NSE and BSE will remain suspended for Ramadan Eid or Eid-Ul-Fitr whereas on 17th April 2024, the Indian stock market will remain closed for the Ram Navami festival. After Ram Navmi 2024, there will be no stock market holidays falling in April 2024. 

There used to be just one stock market holiday in May 2024, which fell on May 1st in honor of Maharashtra Day. However, an additional stock market holiday has been scheduled for May 20, 2024, due to the Lok Sabha election. Thus, May will see two stock market holidays.

There is only one stock market holiday in June and July. The Indian stock market will be closed on the seventeenth of the month in June 2024 in observance of Bakdi Eid, while the NSE and BSE will be closed on the seventeenth of the month in July 2024 in observance of Muharram.

Stock market today

Among frontline Indian indices, the Nifty 50 index on Monday touched a new lifetime high of 22,697 mark. The BSE Sensex also climbed to a new peak of 74,869 during Monday deals. In the broad market, the small-cap index climbed to an intraday high of 46,410 level and came close to its lifetime high of 46,821 but the mid-cap index finished 0.26 percent higher after hitting a new high of 41,113 on Monday.

Indian stock market: Over the weekend, 7 significant factors affected the market: the Gift Nifty, US nonfarm payrolls, and oil prices.

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Indian stock market: The Gift Nifty was trading at a premium of more than 40 points from the previous closing of the Nifty futures, at 22,650, suggesting that the Indian stock market indices are off to a good start.

Indian stock market On Monday, the local equities market is anticipated to start higher, reflecting advances in its international counterparts due to optimistic sentiment.

Following a stunning jobs report on Friday, the US stock market surged while Asian markets mainly saw gains.

This week’s main macroeconomic and corporate data releases will determine the direction of the market.

The first set of corporate results for the fourth quarter of FY24 (Q4FY24), inflation data from India and the US, minutes from US Federal Reserve meetings, policy meetings of the European Central Bank (ECB), corporate announcements, crude oil prices, outflows of foreign capital, and other global cues are some of the factors that set off the stock market.

On Friday, the domestic equity indices ended flat after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced its monetary policy in line with expectations. The central bank kept the key policy repo rate unchanged at 6.5% and maintained its policy stance as ‘withdrawal of accommodation’.

The Sensex rose 20.59 points, or 0.03%, to close at 74,248.22, while the Nifty 50 settled flat at 22,513.70.

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“For the previous week, the local markets saw increases as they continued to get solid support from macroeconomic data in the form of PMI figures. It is anticipated that the profits season will increase satisfactorily at this point as well. The RBI supported the growth predictions in its policy by providing optimistic estimates for FY25. According to Joseph Thomas, Head of Research at Emkay Wealth Management, “the domestic news flow is fairly supportive of the market sentiments; the volatility may be largely induced by global developments, specifically expectations around the timing of the US Fed rate action.” Indian stock market news tomorrow.

Here are key global market cues for Sensex today:

Asian Markets

Asian markets traded mixed on Monday ahead of key economic data from the region. Japan’s Nikkei 225 rallied 1.01%, while the Topix gained 0.77%. South Korea’s Kospi fell 0.17% and the Kosdaq declined 0.76%. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index futures indicated a stronger opening.

Gift Nifty Today

Gift Nifty was trading around the 22,650 level, a premium of over 40 points from the Nifty futures’ previous close, indicating a positive start for the Indian stock market indices.

Wall Street

US stock market indices ended higher on Friday after a strong jobs report.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 307.06 points, or 0.80%, to 38,904.04, while the S&P 500 rallied 57.13 points, or 1.11%, to 5,204.34. The Nasdaq Composite ended 199.44 points, or 1.24%, higher at 16,248.52.

For the week, the Dow fell 2.3%, the S&P 500 dropped 1% and the Nasdaq declined 0.8%.

Also Read: Wall Street week ahead: Investors eye inflation data, Fed minutes after strong March jobs report

US Nonfarm Payrolls 

US employers hired far more workers than expected in March while raising wages. As per Labor Department’s employment report, US nonfarm payrolls increased by 303,000 jobs last month. Economists polled by Reuters had forecast 200,000 jobs, with estimates ranging from 150,000 to 250,000.

US Unemployment Rate

The US unemployment rate fell to 3.8% last month from 3.9% in February, remaining below 4% for 26 straight months, the longest such stretch since the late 1960s. According to the Labor Department data, Average hourly earnings rose 0.3% in March after gaining 0.2% in the prior month, while wages increased 4.1% on a year-on-year basis, the smallest gain since June 2021, after advancing 4.3% in February.

Oil Prices

Crude oil prices declined over 1% in early Asian trade on Monday as tensions in the Middle East eased.

Brent crude futures fell 1.79% to $89.54 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude dropped 1.78% to $85.36 a barrel.

US Treasury Yields

US treasury yields and the dollar rose on Friday after a blowout US jobs report suggested the Federal Reserve may delay cutting interest rates while it awaits further inflation data, Reuters reported. The yield on benchmark 10-year Treasury notes rose to 4.422%. The dollar index, a measure of the US currency against six major peers, edged up 0.11% to 104.41.

In Conclusion

Numerous factors contributed to the notable volatility in the Indian stock market over the weekend. Gift Nifty launch, US nonfarm payrolls, and oil prices all had a significant impact on how investors felt and how the markets moved. The aforementioned advancements highlight the interdependence of worldwide economic phenomena and their significant influence on the financial markets of India. Choosing to make investments with caution and knowledge becomes more crucial as investors work their way through the complexity of these outside forces. Although market volatility can pose difficulties, it also presents shrewd investors with the chance to profit from new trends and tactical openings.

Remaining alert, adaptable, and educated is crucial in the constantly changing Indian stock market to successfully navigate choppy waters and make long-term investments.

Signs and Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer!

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Your pancreas, an organ in the stomach that helps with digestion, is impacted by pancreatic cancer. Symptoms of pancreatic cancer include fatigue, yellowing of the skin bloating, feeling sick, and lack of appetite. Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy are among the treatment options. The low survival rate of pancreatic cancer is attributed to the disease’s difficulty in early detection.

What is pancreatic cancer?

When cells in your pancreas mutate (alter) and proliferate uncontrollably, a tumor is formed, which is known as pancreatic cancer. Located between your stomach and spine in your abdomen, or belly, is a gland called the pancreas. It produces the hormones that regulate blood sugar levels as well as the digestive enzymes.

The pancreatic ducts are where the majority of pancreatic malignancies begin. Your pancreas and common bile duct are connected by the main pancreatic duct, also known as the Wirsung duct.

What is pancreatic cancer

Imaging tests reveal little about pancreatic cancers in their early stages. Because of this, a lot of patients don’t get diagnosed with cancer until it has spread (metastasized). Additionally, pancreatic cancer is notoriously hard to treat because it is resistant to several popular cancer medications.

The focus of current research is on early detection using novel imaging techniques and genetic testing. But there’s still a lot to discover.

Types of Pancreatic Cancer

There are two main types of pancreatic tumors:

  • Exocrine tumors: Over 90% of all pancreatic tumors are exocrine tumors. The most common type of pancreatic cancer is adenocarcinoma, which begins in the cells that line your organs.
  • Neuroendocrine tumors: Less than 10% of pancreatic tumors are neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). Islet cell carcinoma is another name for an NET.

How common is Pancreatic Cancer?

Approximately 3% of all cancers in the US are caused by pancreatic cancer. It ranks eighth among cancers in women and those assigned female at birth, and tenth among cancers in males who were assigned male at birth.

Pancreatic cancer cases are increasing. According to trends, by 2030 pancreatic cancer will rank as the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the US.

Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms and Causes

Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms and Causes

Regretfully, pancreatic cancer doesn’t exhibit any early-warning symptoms. Once the tumor begins to affect other organs in your digestive system, symptoms usually start to appear.

Pancreatic cancer symptoms may include:

  • Jaundice (yellowing of your skin).
  • Dark urine (pee).
  • Light-colored stool (poop).
  • Upper abdominal pain.
  • Middle back pain.
  • Fatigue.
  • Itchy skin.
  • Nausea and vomiting.
  • Gas or bloating.
  • Lack of appetite.
  • Blood clots.
  • Weight loss.
  • New-onset diabetes.

If you have recently developed diabetes or the condition, a painful condition caused by irritation in the pancreas, your healthcare professional may suspect pancreatic cancer.

Pancreatic endocrine cancer symptoms can differ from those of traditional pancreatic cancer, like weight loss or jaundice. While symptoms can vary, dehydration and vomiting are possible ones.

What causes pancreatic cancer?

There isn’t a clear answer. We don’t know exactly what causes pancreatic cancer. However, experts have identified some risk factors.

Pancreatic cancer risk factors

Something that increases your chances of getting a specific illness is called a risk factor. Typical risk factors for pancreatic cancer include:

  • Smoking tobacco products, such as cigars and cigarettes.
  • Excessive weight, especially if it’s concentrated around the waist.
  • Diabetes, particularly the Type 2 variety. Diabetes that appears suddenly may indicate pancreatic cancer.
  • Exposure to specific chemicals, such as petrochemicals and insecticides.
  • A persistent inflammation of the pancreas is known as chronic pancreatitis.
  • Hereditary chronic pancreatitis is caused by mutations in genes that are inherited from one’s biological parents.
  • Gene-related disorders that are inherited from one’s biological parents, such as those caused by mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes.

Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis and Tests

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How is pancreatic cancer diagnosed?

It’s difficult to detect pancreatic cancer in the early stages. This is because healthcare providers can’t feel your pancreas during routine exams and it’s difficult to see these tumors on routine imaging tests.

If your provider suspects pancreatic cancer, they’ll recommend a combination of pancreas function tests, which may include:

Imaging tests

Your healthcare provider may need to take one or more of the following imaging tests:

  • CT (computed tomography) scans.
  • MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).
  • PET (positron emission tomography).
  • Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS).

Blood tests

A pancreas blood test can detect tumor markers. A tumor marker is a substance that may indicate the presence of cancer.

For pancreatic cancer, high levels of carbohydrate antigen (CA) 19-9 — a type of protein released by pancreatic cancer cells — might indicate a tumor.

Staging laparoscopy

A laparoscopic procedure is occasionally used by medical professionals to assess the degree of pancreatic cancer and whether excision is feasible.

Your belly will have a few tiny incisions made during this surgery, and a long tube with a camera inserted into the end will be inserted. This gives them the ability to see within your abdomen and search for any anomalies. Frequently, a biopsy will be taken as part of the same treatment.

Genetic testing

Genetic testing should be taken into consideration if you are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. This may help determine whether your pancreatic cancer was inherited. It can also assist your healthcare professional in deciding on the best course of action for you.

Gene mutations in BRCA1 and BRCA2 have been found in certain cases of pancreatic cancer. Although BRCA1 and BRCA2 are known as the “breast cancer genes,” mutations in these genes may also be indicative of pancreatic, ovarian, and prostate cancers.

You want to think about getting tested genetically if you are a first-degree relative—a parent, child, or sibling of someone who has pancreatic cancer. You can find out from your results whether you have a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation. Remember that having the mutation does not guarantee that you will develop cancer. But it’s critical to understand your risk.

What characterizes pancreatic cancer that is treatable from that which is not?

Healthcare providers rank pancreatic tumors into four different categories:

  • Resectable: The tumor is only in your pancreas and doesn’t involve nearby blood vessels or other organs. A provider can remove it with surgery.
  • Borderline resectable: The tumor is in your pancreas and there’s some involvement of nearby blood vessels, but a surgeon can still remove it.
  • Locally advanced: The tumor is in your pancreas and has significant involvement of nearby blood vessels. In these cases, surgical removal might be difficult or unsafe.
  • Metastatic: The cancer has spread to distant areas in your body, such as your liver, lungs, or abdominal cavity. It has possibly spread to organs, tissues, or lymph nodes near your pancreas.

If you have specific questions about pancreatic cancer staging, talk to your healthcare provider. Understanding your pancreatic cancer diagnosis can help you make an informed decision about your treatment.

Pancreatic Cancer Management and Treatment

Is pancreatic cancer curable?

Considering the dire outcome of pancreatic cancer, full remission can be achieved with early detection and therapy. Complete surgical excision of the cancer is the only possible treatment for pancreatic cancer.

How is pancreatic cancer treated?

Specific treatment depends on certain factors, including:

  • The exact location of the tumor.
  • What stage is it?
  • Your overall health.
  • Whether the cancer has spread beyond your pancreas.

Pancreatic cancer treatments include:

Surgery

Surgery is the only realistic way to cure pancreatic cancer. But surgeons only recommend it when they think they can remove all of the cancer. Otherwise, there’s little to no benefit.

For surgery to be successful, the cancer must be completely confined to the pancreas. Even then, total cancer removal may not be possible.

There are a few different surgical techniques, depending on the location and size of the tumor:

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy uses drugs that kill cancer cells. Healthcare providers give these drugs in pill form or through an IV in your arm.

Providers use chemotherapy as a stand-alone treatment — especially for people with advanced pancreatic cancer. They may also recommend chemotherapy before surgery to shrink the tumor or after surgery to kill any remaining cancer cells.

Radiation therapy

Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells. Healthcare providers commonly use this approach to treat pancreatic cancer.

Most often, providers combine radiation therapy with chemotherapy (chemoradiation). They may recommend it before surgery, after surgery or as part of your main cancer treatment. Radiation therapy can also help ease pancreatic cancer symptoms in people who don’t qualify for surgery (in cases of advanced cancer).

Targeted therapy

This treatment uses drugs that “target” certain proteins. These proteins control how cancer cells grow and spread. Providers may combine targeted therapy with other treatments like radiation therapy.

Common targeted therapy drugs for pancreatic cancer include:

  • Erlotinib.
  • Olaparib.
  • Larotrectinib.
  • Entrectinib.

Pain management

Pancreatic cancer could be very painful as it may involve nearby nerves. Your healthcare provider can help you manage pain with oral medications, anesthesia, or steroid injections.

If you have pancreatic cancer and start to develop severe and persistent pain, tell your healthcare provider. They can find a treatment that will ease your symptoms.

Pancreatic Cancer Prevention

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Can I prevent pancreatic cancer?

You can’t prevent pancreatic cancer. But there are things you can do to lower your risk:

  • Don’t smoke.
  • Limit your alcohol intake.
  • Eat lots of fresh fruit, vegetables, and whole grains.
  • Reduce your intake of red meat, sugary drinks, and processed foods.
  • Limit your exposure to harmful chemicals, such as asbestos, pesticides, and petrochemicals.
  • Maintain a weight that’s healthy for you.

Pancreatic cancer screenings

Pancreatic cancer is not typically routinely screened for by medical professionals. However, physicians advise using imaging tests and endoscopy sound waves for monitoring in those who have a predisposition to genes that put them at high risk of developing pancreatic cancer.

Speak with a healthcare professional about your risk of having pancreatic cancer, appropriate screening, and genetic testing if you have parents or siblings who have the disease.

Other Frequently Asked Questions

What are some signs that pancreatic cancer has spread?

As pancreatic cancer progresses, you may develop new symptoms. Advanced pancreatic cancer symptoms may include:

  • Abdominal pain.
  • Extreme fatigue.
  • Unexplained weight loss.
  • Jaundice.
  • Fluid buildup and swelling in your abdomen (ascites).

A note from Cleveland Clinic

A pancreatic cancer diagnosis has the power to drastically alter one’s life. Your medical professional is available to support you during this challenging period. You may choose to join a pancreatic cancer support group in your area or online. Socializing with like-minded individuals may be uplifting and good for your mental and emotional well-being. You can discuss your feelings with a social worker, therapist, or counselor as well. You and your family can benefit from several useful resources, and remember that knowledge is power.

Singer Morgan Wallen was arrested after police say he threw a chair off of the roof of a 6-story bar!

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Metro Nashville Police stated that Morgan Wallen, 30, was placed under arrest early on Monday on three felony counts of reckless endangerment and one misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct.

According to authorities, country music artist Morgan Wallen tossed a chair off the rooftop of a recently constructed six-story club in downtown Nashville, leading to his detention.

Metro Nashville Police stated that Wallen, 30, was taken into custody early on Monday on three felony counts of reckless endangerment and one misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct.

The allegations are related to a chair that was thrown from Chief’s bar’s rooftop and landed on Broadway close to two police officers.

According to an arrest affidavit, the chair fell roughly three feet (one meter) away from the officers, who then spoke with witnesses and looked over security tape. Officers were informed by witnesses that they saw Wallen grab a chair, toss it over the roof, and then laugh about it.

Worrick Robinson, Wallen’s lawyer, confirmed the singer’s detention late on Sunday and stated that she was completely assisting the authorities. He was freed from detention, and his next court appearance is set for May 3.

One of the most well-known figures in modern country music is Wallen. “One Thing at a Time,” his third studio album from 2023, was the most-listened record in the United States in 2018. It topped the Billboard 200 for 16 weeks in 2023, meaning he remained at the top for thirty percent of the year—more than any other album since Adele’s “21” ruled the charts more than ten years prior. The songs “Last Night,” “You Proof,” “Thinkin’ Bout Me,” “Thought You Should Know,” and “Don’t Think Jesus” were among the top 10 singles on the Billboard Hot 100.

After a video of the country artist hurling a racial slur went viral in 2021, his label suspended him indefinitely and radio stations stopped playing his music. Consequently, he was barred or restricted from multiple award ceremonies and did not receive any Grammy nominations for his critically acclaimed “Dangerous: The Double Album.”

2020 saw him ejected from Kid Rock’s bar in downtown Nashville and arrested on suspicion of public intoxication and disorderly behavior.

Wallen claimed on social media at the time that following a few pub visits, he and a few buddies were “horse-playing.”Wallen wrote on X, “We want to apologize to any bar staff or anyone who was affected. We didn’t mean any harm.”

“I appreciate the local authorities’ professionalism and class in carrying out their duties. I adore you all.

PBKS vs SRH IPL 2024: Head-to-head record between Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad; overall statistics, top scorers, and wicket-takers!

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PBKS vs SRH IPL 2024: Here are all the head-to-head figures and statistics you need to be aware of before Tuesday’s Punjab Kings vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad match in Mullanpur, India (IPL 2024).

At the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh, on Tuesday, Punjab Kings will play Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Here are all the head-to-head numbers and stats you need to know ahead of the match:

PBKS vs SRH HEAD-TO-HEAD IN IPL

Matches played: 21

Punjab Kings: 7

Sunrisers Hyderabad: 14

Last result: SRH won by 8 wickets (2023)

MOST RUNS IN PBKS vs SRH IPL MATCHES

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Punjab Kings takes on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh on Tuesday.

Here are all the head-to-head numbers and stats you need to know ahead of the match:

PBKS vs SRH HEAD-TO-HEAD IN IPL

Matches played: 21

Punjab Kings: 7

Sunrisers Hyderabad: 14

Last result: SRH won by 8 wickets (2023)

MOST RUNS IN PBKS vs SRH IPL MATCHES

BatterInns.RunsAvg.Strike RateHS
David Warner (SRH)1470058.33140.2881
Shikhar Dhawan (SRH, PBKS)1440533.75126.1699*
KL Rahul (SRH, PBKS)1030738.37116.7379

MOST WICKETS IN PBKS vs SRH IPL MATCHES

BowlerInns.Wkts.Econ.Avg.BBI
Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SRH)16247.2518.335/19
Rashid Khan (SRH)10185.825.823/12
Sandeep Sharma (PBKS, SRH)14187.6223.723/21

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Complete Squads:

Punjab Kings Squad: Shikhar Dhawan (c), Matthew Short, Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Sikandar Raza, Rishi Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, Atharva Taide, Arshdeep Singh, Nathan Ellis, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Harpreet Bhatia, Vidwath Kaverappa, Shivam Singh, Harshal Patel, Chris Woakes, Ashutosh Sharma, Vishwanath Pratap Singh, Shashank Singh, Tanay Thyagarajann, Prince Choudhary, Rilee Rossouw. 

Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad: Pat Cummins (c), Abdul Samad, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, Rahul Tripathi, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Tanvir Singh, Heinrich Klaasen, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Agarwal, T. Natarajan, Anmolpreet Singh, Mayank Markande, Upendra Singh Yadav, Umran Malik, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Shahbaz Ahmed, Travis Head, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jaydev Unadkat, Akash Singh, Jhathavedh Subramanyan.

PBKS vs SRH, IPL 2024: Punjab Kings vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad predicted playing XI, fantasy team, squads!

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PBKS vs SRH IPL 2024: Here’s the Dream 11 Prediction, Predicted Playing XI and Impact Player options as Punjab Kings takes on Sunrisers Hyderabad.

At the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh, on Tuesday, Punjab Kings will play Sunrisers Hyderabad. Find out who will start in the Dream 11 and the starting lineup for each team.

Punjab Kings Predicted XI

Bat 1st: Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Sikandar Raza, Shashank Singh, Ashutosh Sharma, Harshal Patel, Harpreet Brar, Kagiso Rabada.

Bowl 1st: Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma, Sikandar Raza, Shashank Singh, Harshal Patel, Harpreet Brar, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh.

Sunrisers Hyderabad Predicted XI

Bat 1st: Mayank Agarwal, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Pat Cummins, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Markande, Jaydev Unadkat.

Bowl 1st: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Pat Cummins, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Markande, Jaydev Unadkat, T. Natarajan

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PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Team Prediction

Wicket-keepers: Heinrich Klaasen, Jonny Bairstow, Jitesh Sharma

Batters: Prabhsimran Singh, Travis Head, Shikhar Dhawan, Abhishek Sharma

All-rounders: Sam Curran, Aiden Markram

Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh

Team Composition: PBKS 6-5 SRH | Credits Left: 9.5

Complete Squads:

Punjab Kings Squad: Shikhar Dhawan (c), Matthew Short, Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Sikandar Raza, Rishi Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, Atharva Taide, Arshdeep Singh, Nathan Ellis, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Harpreet Bhatia, Vidwath Kaverappa, Shivam Singh, Harshal Patel, Chris Woakes, Ashutosh Sharma, Vishwanath Pratap Singh, Shashank Singh, Tanay Thyagarajann, Prince Choudhary, Rilee Rossouw. 

Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad: Pat Cummins (c), Abdul Samad, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, Rahul Tripathi, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Tanvir Singh, Heinrich Klaasen, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Agarwal, T. Natarajan, Anmolpreet Singh, Mayank Markande, Upendra Singh Yadav, Umran Malik, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Shahbaz Ahmed, Travis Head, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jaydev Unadkat, Akash Singh, Jhathavedh Subramanyan.

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