File photo: Congress MP Sonia Gandhi NEW DELHI: Terming the PM Modi govt’s “silence” on Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s targeted assassination and attack on Iran as signalling a “tacit endorsement” of the tragedy, Congress MP Sonia Gandhi has demanded that Parliament discuss the “dissonance” in foreign policy when it resumes next week – suggesting that the…
Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended sharply lower on Wednesday, tracking weakness in Asian markets as escalating tensions in West Asia pushed crude oil prices higher and weighed on investor sentiment.The 30-share BSE Sensex fell for the fourth consecutive session, dropping 1,122.66 points or 1.40 per cent to close at 79,116.19. During the day, the…
India bowling coach Morne Morkel with Gautam Gambhir (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: As defending champions India prepare to face England in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, bowling coach Morne Morkel says dew could play a big role.He explained that conditions at Wankhede can be tricky. “I think dew is always a…
NEW DELHI: Babar Azam has been dropped from Pakistan’s ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against Bangladesh, as the selectors begin reshaping the team with an eye on next year’s 50-over World Cup. The decision follows Pakistan’s disappointing T20 World Cup campaign in India and Sri Lanka, where they failed to reach the semi-finals….
Iran has postponed a state funeral for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei that had been scheduled for Wednesday evening in Tehran, citing expectations of an exceptionally large public turnout, state television reported.“The farewell ceremony for the martyred Imam has been postponed. The new date will be announced later,” Iran’s local media reported, as cited by AFP….
RBI Assistant recruitment 2026: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Assistants, announcing 650 vacancies across its offices in India and the application process is currently underway. The recruitment is being conducted through a country-wide competitive examination.The registration window opened on February 16, 2026.Eligible candidates can apply…
Mark your calendars for March 6, 2026, as Chloé Zhao’s powerful historical film ‘Hamnet’ will stream on Peacock, after captivating audiences with its heartfelt portrayal of Shakespeare’s family drama. Featuring standout performances by Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, the film has garnered eight Oscar nominations, including nods for Best Actress and Best Director. Chloé Zhao’s…
Many states in India provide online land record portals to check ownership, survey numbers, and mutation data. Always use the official government portal (not third-party sites) and cross-verify online results with original physical documents. A mismatch between digital and government-held manual records is a red flag that needs resolution before purchase. The process of land…
Tensions continue to escalate in Iran with Khamenei’s funeral has been postponed, while Israel threatened his successor and 101 reported missing in attack on Iranian naval boat. Gulf airspace closures trigger travel chaos as Iran conflict escalates. MS Dhoni fined Rs 1000 after being caught overspeeding in Ranchi. BLA claims execution of seven Pakistani soldiers…
Stocks in the United Arab Emirates fell sharply on Wednesday as markets reopened after a rare two-day trading halt triggered by Iran’s missile and drone attacks on the Gulf nation over the weekend, prompting investors to reassess geopolitical risks, Reuters reported.Dubai and Abu Dhabi exchanges had suspended trading on March 2 and March 3 —…
