British oil giant BP has removed Albert Manifold as chairman less than a year after he took over the role, citing what it described as “serious concerns” over governance, oversight and conduct at the company, AFP reported.The company announced on Tuesday that board member Ian Tyler has been appointed interim chairman with immediate effect.“The board…
Photo credit: IANS NEW DELHI: Electricity consumption in May rose nearly 11% year-on-year, driven by hot weather conditions prevailing across the country for most of the month, leading to increased use of air-conditioners in domestic and commercial sectors.Grid India data showed that 165 billion units (BU) of electricity were consumed in May this year, compared…
Mutual Fund SIP returns in negative: After hitting its peak in December 2025, the stock market saw a sharp decline, with the Sensex falling from the 86,159 level and slipping below 72,000 last month. The market decline has caused the average NAV of equity mutual funds to fall by approximately 14 per cent. Although investors…
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh is known for his personality, bold fashion choices and energetic performances. Off-screen too, the Dhurandhar star has a taste for machines that make a statement. Over the years, he has put together an impressive garage featuring everything from ultra-luxury SUVs and supercars and even a few practical family vehicles. As the…
Over 500km away from the chaos of the opening match in Mexico City, which saw more red cards than goals, South Korea recorded a stellar 2-1 comeback win to trounce Czechia in Guadalajara. South Korean players celebrate after winning the 2026 World Cup Group A football match against Czechia on Friday. (AFP) All three goals…
Dixon Technologies (India) Ltd. is exploring acquisitions to enter the speciality electronics manufacturing services (EMS) segment, a move that could unlock a large, high-margin growth opportunity, according to brokerage firm Investec’s latest note on Wednesday, July 1. The brokerage maintained its “buy” rating on the stock, with a price target of ₹14,500, following a meeting…
Sanju Samson and Heinrich Klaasen NEW DELHI: A day after tempers flared during the high-voltage IPL 2026 clash between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad, Sanju Samson and Heinrich Klaasen moved quickly to put the controversy to rest with warm social media messages for each other.The two players were involved in a heated on-field exchange…
RCB’s Josh Hazlewood (Image: X) As Royal Challengers Bengaluru prepare to face Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final, they will draw confidence from a player who has made a habit of delivering on the biggest stage, Josh Hazlewood.The defending champions are aiming to win back-to-back IPL titles, a feat achieved only by Mumbai Indians…
Illinois woman Sunny Naqvi has been sued for $1 million for her ‘false story’ of getting detained by the ICE. A Wisconsin sheriff has now sued Illinois woman Sunny Naqvi who claimed in March that she was detained by the US Customs and Border Protection agents at O’Hare International Airport and then was taken to…
More than a decade after the release of ‘Agent Vinod’, Saif Ali Khan has candidly reflected on why the spy thriller failed to achieve the success many had anticipated. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, the film arrived with considerable expectations, boasting international-scale action, stylish storytelling and a charismatic lead performance from Saif himself.However, despite generating curiosity…
