NEW DELHI: Gold demand in India has slipped by nearly 70 per cent after the government doubled import duty on the precious metal earlier this month.The higher fuel and food prices linked to the ongoing Iran conflict had further dragged down the consumer sentiment.Industry estimates showed gold demand fell to around 7.5 tonnes in the...
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‘It’ll be suicidal’: Robin on tactical battle that could decide PSG vs Arsenal in CL Final
NEW DELHI: The UEFA Champions League final between defending Champions Paris Saint-Germain and newly crowned Premier League winners Arsenal has been termed as the ‘best attack’ (PSG) vs. the ‘best defense’ (Arsenal).In the biggest night of European football, the world will witness two contrasting philosophies built by two Spanish coaching legends. Luis Enrique’s attacking machine...
Need low-cost housing? Here’s how the SPARSH 2.0 scheme works
NEW DELHI: Looking for affordable accommodation? The government has launched a new housing initiative aimed at expanding low-cost rental homes for workers and economically weaker sections by encouraging government agencies and public sector bodies to build or convert residential complexes into affordable rental housing units.The ‘Scheme for Promotion of Affordable Rental Smart Housing (SPARSH 2.0)’...
‘India is powerful and modernising its military’: US defence secretary Pete Hegseth
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth (AP photo) NEW DELHI: “India is powerful and modernising its military,” US defence secretary Pete Hegseth said on Saturday, placing New Delhi at the centre of Washington’s Indo-Pacific strategy as he praised India’s growing military capabilities and expanding strategic role in maintaining regional balance.Addressing delegates at the Shangri-La Dialogue in...
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Creates Historic IPL Record, Becomes First Uncapped Player to Score 700 Runs in a Season
Mumbai, May 30, 2026: Teenage cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has etched his name into the history books by becoming the first uncapped player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history to score 700 runs in a single season. The remarkable achievement has further cemented his reputation as one of the most exciting young talents in Indian...
India’s Military Modernisation Praised by US Officials, Indo-Pacific Role Gains Recognition
Washington/New Delhi, May 30, 2026: Senior United States officials have praised India’s ongoing military modernisation efforts, describing the country as a key strategic partner in maintaining peace, stability, and security across the Indo-Pacific region. The remarks come amid growing geopolitical competition in Asia and increasing cooperation between New Delhi and Washington on defence and security...
US–Iran Ceasefire Talks Remain Uncertain as Global Markets Watch Closely
Washington/Tehran, May 30, 2026: Global financial markets remain on edge as uncertainty continues over a proposed extension of the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. While diplomatic discussions have reportedly made progress, officials from both sides have stopped short of confirming a final agreement, leaving investors and energy traders cautious. According to multiple...
‘It hurts deeply’: Tearful Vaibhav Sooryavanshi says ‘sorry’ after RR exit
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on Saturday shared an emotional Instagram Story originally posted by Rajasthan Royals after the franchise’s IPL 2026 campaign came to a heartbreaking end. A valiant effort from the 15-year-old, who scored a magnificent 96 off 47 balls in Qualifier 2, ultimately went in vain as Rajasthan Royals...
As Wix lays off 1,000 employees, CEO says cuts were the ‘right decision’
Wix, the Israel-based website building giant is cutting around 20% of its workforce which is around 1,000 employees as part of a restructuring plan aimed at adapting to the fast evolution of artificial intelligence and currency headwinds. As reported by Business Insider, in a message to the staff shared on social media platform X (formerly...
‘PM Modi supervised NEET paper leak’: Rahul’s big charge as Centre gears up for retest
PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi (R) NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday took a direct swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over NEET UG paper leak row, which affected more than 20 lakh medical aspirants across the country.His sharp reaction came after the Centre assured the Supreme Court about the...
