US stock markets tumbled on Monday as a sharp spike in oil prices following the Middle East conflict rattled investors and raised fears about the resilience of the global economy.The S&P 500 fell 1.3%, coming off its worst week since October. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 721 points, or 1.5%, to 9:35 a.m. Eastern…
Federal agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection walk along West Wacker Drive in the Loop, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Chicago. (Ashlee Rezin/Chicago Sun-Times via AP) “The Trump administration has reportedly decided that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, commonly known as ICE, will not operate inside or…
Ahmed Shehzad, IPL trophy Former Pakistan cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has criticised Pakistan journalists and media for repeatedly asking foreign players to compare the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Pakistan Super League (PSL).Shehzad pointed to questions asked to Kusal Mendis, who is currently playing in the PSL.“Kusal Mendis is playing, performing in PSL, and he…
NEW DELHI/KOLKATA: Continuing its administrative and police shake-up in assembly poll-bound states, Election Commission on Tuesday replaced additional directors general (ADGs) of South Bengal and North Bengal regions, four police commissioners, a deputy commissioner and a dozen SPs in West Bengal. In Kerala, it directed the appointment of an IAS officer and two Kerala Administrative…
Saudi Arabia launches 5 rail routes to cut cargo time and costs / Image: file Saudi Arabia has taken a major step toward reshaping regional trade by rolling out five new rail logistics routes that promise faster cargo movement and lower transport costs. The move is set to strengthen connections between Gulf ports and key…
Shares of GE Vernova T&D Ltd., the second-best performing stock on the Nifty Midcap index in 2026 so far, are up another 9% on Thursday, April 23, after the company’s parent, GE Vernova, reported strong results and raised guidance across the board on Wednesday. The US-listed shares of the parent company had risen 14% in…
A major update from Allu Arjun’s personal life is grabbing attention as the star builds a grand new home in Hyderabad. Famous for his phenomenal style and fan following, the actor is currently making headlines for reasons other than his films. Over the years, the star’s journey to stardom has been roller-coaster-filled with fantastic career…
MUMBAI: Gems and jewellery exports grew 4% year-on-year to $2,681 million (Rs 24,340 crore) in Feb, following the industry’s diversification into other markets, according to the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC).Overall exports stood at $2,581 million (Rs 22,460 crore) in same month of 2025, GJEPC data showed. “Past year has been challenging for…
Akal badi ya bais – Hindi proverb (Image source: Canva) People in North India have been using the phrase “akal badi ya bhains?” for years to make a simple point: intelligence is more important than strength. This saying has made its way into homes, classrooms, and everyday stories. But what if this version that most…
Salman Khan recently confirmed his upcoming action entertainer ‘SVC63’, co-starring Nayanthara, with a festive Eid 2027 release in mind. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Vamshi Paidipally, the film has already sparked curiosity, especially as it marks the duo’s first collaboration. While the shoot has quietly begun, the makers are now planning something bigger to officially…
