Byju’s founder Raveendran sentenced to 6 months in jail for contempt of court: Report

Spread the love       Byju Raveendran (file photo) Byju Raveendran, founder of the collapsed edtech company Byju’s, has been sentenced to six months in prison by a Singapore court in a contempt case, according to people aware of the development who told Bloomberg.The court directed Raveendran to undergo jail time after finding that he had failed to comply with several court...

India-Nordic Summit Highlights India’s Growing Global Role

Spread the love      India’s growing influence on the global stage was strongly highlighted during the India-Nordic Summit, where Denmark’s Prime Minister described India as “one of the biggest powers in the world” during discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The summit brought together leaders from Nordic countries including Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland to strengthen cooperation with India in areas...

Banks Closed in Several States for Bakrid

Spread the love      Banks remained closed today in several Indian states on account of Bakrid (Eid-ul-Adha) celebrations, one of the most important festivals observed by the Muslim community. The holiday was declared as per the Reserve Bank of India’s regional holiday calendar. States including parts of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Kerala, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal witnessed bank closures as...

Karnataka Congress Leadership Crisis Intensifies

Spread the love      The political tension within the Karnataka Congress has intensified as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar separately met the Congress high command in New Delhi amid growing speculation over a possible leadership change. The meetings come at a crucial time, with internal discussions reportedly focusing on the power-sharing arrangement within the state government. Sources suggest...

SRH vs RR IPL Eliminator Tonight

Spread the love      Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) are set for a high-voltage clash in the IPL 2026 Eliminator tonight, with the winner keeping their title hopes alive and moving one step closer to the final. Both teams enter the knockout match under pressure after mixed performances in the league stage. SRH will rely on their explosive batting lineup...

Ebola scare in Bengaluru: Ugandan woman with ‘signs’ isolated at airport

Spread the love       Representative image BENGALURU: A 28-year-old Ugandan woman, who arrived at Kempegowda International Airport on May 23, has been isolated at the Epidemic Diseases Hospital in Indiranagar as a precautionary measure after her samples were collected for Ebola testing amid a global alert over the viral disease.According to Ritvik Ranjanam Pandey, principal secretary of the health department, the...

ED raids ex-Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s house in CMRL-linked money laundering case

Spread the love       Ex-Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In the CMRL “monthly payment” case, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted raids at the residences linked to former chief minister and current opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan. ED officials are carrying out searches at 10 locations, including his rented house in Thiruvananthapuram and residence in Kannur, as well as offices connected to...

RCB Creates Historic IPL Playoff Record

Spread the love      Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) created history in IPL 2026 by posting the highest-ever total in IPL playoff history during Qualifier 1 against Gujarat Titans. RCB smashed a massive 254/5 in 20 overs at Dharamsala, breaking the previous playoff record. Captain Rajat Patidar led the charge with a stunning unbeaten 93 runs off just 33 balls, while Virat Kohli...

Rajat Patidar walks the talk with a six-hitting masterclass in Dharamsala

Spread the love       Rajat Patidar TimesofIndia.com in Dharamsala: On the eve of IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 against the Gujarat Titans (GT), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar said that one perception he wanted to change about himself was that he prefers playing spinners; instead, he believes his game suits fast bowlers more.“I have dominated the fast bowlers more this...

‘That’s a terrible question’: Phillips loses cool during presser after defeat

Spread the love       Glenn Phillips (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru completely outplayed Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1, winning by 92 runs after posting a huge total of 254/5. Rajat Patidar led the charge with a stunning unbeaten 93 off just 33 balls, smashing nine sixes and five fours. Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya also chipped in with...

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