Iran has warned that the Strait of Hormuz could be shut again if the United States maintains its naval blockade, while launching a sharp attack on President Donald Trump’s claims, accusing him of spreading “seven lies in one hour”.In a post on X, Iran’s parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf dismissed Trump’s recent remarks, saying: “The…
In a cricket-obsessed country, new stars rise every season. But once in a while, a name stands out not just for talent, but for mindset. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is one such name. From Bihar’s cricket grounds to the high-pressure stage of the IPL, his journey has been fast, fearless, and full of moments that even seasoned…
The government on Wednesday extended the mandate for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to maintain retail inflation at 4 per cent, with a tolerance band of 2 percentage points on either side, for another five years ending March 31, 2031.The move continues the flexible inflation-targeting framework first introduced in 2016 and retained once earlier…
Buddha Purnima, a triple-blessed day celebrating Gautama Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana, underscores the enduring relevance of his teachings. In today’s world, marked by rapid change and division, mindfulness, non-attachment, and compassion offer vital pathways to inner peace, resilience, and unity. These ancient principles provide a timeless guide for navigating modern challenges. Buddha Purnima is…
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd. has received final approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Fingolimod Capsules, 0.5 mg, the company announced on Saturday, April 25. The approval is for the company’s Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA), with the product being therapeutically equivalent to Novartis’ reference listed drug, Gilenya Capsules, 0.5 mg. Fingolimod…
Gold and silver prices in India edged lower on Monday (April 6), reflecting a combination of global macro pressures and domestic trading sentiment. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), 24-karat gold futures fell 0.01% to ₹1.49 lakh per 10 grams, while silver declined 0.29% to ₹2.31 lakh per kilogram. The pullback comes amid a stronger…
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance has launched the ICICI Prudential Life BSE Enhanced Value 30 Index Fund under its Unit Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs), aimed at investors seeking exposure to value-oriented large- and mid-cap stocks. The fund will track the ICICI PRU BSE Enhanced Value Index, which consists of 30 companies selected from the BSE LargeMidCap…
Fernando Mendoza has stated that his ascent to the pinnacle of the 2026 NFL Draft class is founded on discipline, a quality that is largely attributed to the inspiration of Tom Brady‘s methodology. Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza gives a thumbs up after an interview with NFL Network (AP) Brady is a minority owner with the…
SIVAGANGA: In the end, every vote made it count, literally, in Tirupattur constituency in Sivaganga district when TVK candidate R Seenivasa Sethupathy defeated DMK minister K R Periyakaruppan by just one vote in the Tamil Nadu assembly election. While Sethupathy secured 83,375 votes, Periyakaruppan polled 83,374 votes.The fight, which dragged on till 1.30am, was between…
Sunrisers Hyderabad (PTI Photo) Sunrisers Hyderabad’s commanding 41-run win over Punjab Kings has shaken up the IPL 2026 points table, pushing them to the top in a tightly contested season. Riding on strong performances from Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan, SRH posted a daunting 235/4 before restricting PBKS to 202/7. The result not only handed…
