NEW DELHI: India on Friday denied reports that it was holding off bilateral engagement or delaying a trade deal with the United States, saying discussions between the two countries are continuing for a “mutually beneficial agreement.” “We have noted a media report regarding ongoing trade talks with the US. It is denied that there is…
Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed, right, celebrates (AP/PTI) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla has clarified that the board has no authority to intervene in the controversy surrounding the Sunrisers franchise signing Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed for the upcoming season of The Hundred.The franchise, which is owned by Sun TV Network, has…
Maharashtra is preparing to bring private preschools under a formal regulatory framework, with the state government proposing legislation that would make registration mandatory and introduce quality standards for early childhood education institutions, according to a PTI report. School Education Minister Dada Bhuse informed the state assembly on Friday that the move is aimed at ensuring…
Alexa Ray Joel has given a hopeful glimpse into her father Billy Joel’s recovery journey from normal pressure hydrocephalus. She highlighted his active involvement in physical therapy sessions, noted significant weight loss, and emphasized his unwavering determination to regain his strength. Billy Joel’s daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, has offered a reassuring update on the singer…
Deep within the rainforests of Southeast Asia is one of the most unusual plants to have been found anywhere in the world. The Rafflesia Arnoldii is famous for producing the largest single flower found anywhere on the globe. The flower can grow up to almost one meter in diameter and can weigh up to 11…
Former Chelsea and Arsenal star Amy Carr dies at 35 after long battle with brain tumour (via mirror) Former England youth international Amy Carr has sadly passed away at the age of 35 after fighting a brain tumour for more than a decade. Carr, who once played for top clubs such as Chelsea F.C. Women,…
In Uttar Pradesh, projects worth more than Rs 13 lakh crore have moved to the implementation stage out of total investment proposals of around Rs 40 lakh crore, as the state highlighted its industrial and investment push in a fresh government release.The state estimates that these grounded projects could generate over 80 lakh jobs. During…
Donald Trump (File photo) Donald Trump made a big claim amid the Middle East crisis, claiming that Iran is “about to surrender”. The US President said this during a virtual meeting with G7 leaders on Wednesday, as revealed by Axios, citing three officials from G7 countries.According to the report, Trump told allies during the Group…
Escalating tensions in West Asia are casting a shadow over global technology networks, with experts warning that threats by Iranian forces to target US-linked digital infrastructure in the Gulf could expose billions of dollars of investments to conflict-related risks.On Wednesday, Iranian forces warned they could strike facilities linked to major technology companies including Google, Microsoft,…
Two assistant coaches of the New Zealand national cricket team, Luke Ronchi and Jacob Oram, have been allowed by New Zealand Cricket to take up coaching roles with Islamabad United in the 2026 edition of the Pakistan Super League starting March 26.Ronchi will serve as the head coach of the PSL franchise, while Oram will…
