US wholesale prices rose sharply in March as the Iran war drove up energy costs, adding to inflation pressures and complicating the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.Producer prices, which measure inflation at the wholesale level before it reaches consumers, rose 0.5% from February and 4% from March 2025, marking the biggest annual increase in more than…
In a world of high-octane sporting drama, flashy celebrity weddings, and “Gram-worthy” romances that seem to end as fast as they begin, cricketer Ajinkya Rahane’s life feels like a refreshing breath of cool air. We often see him on the pitch—calm, composed, and playing those textbook-perfect cover drives—but his real strength isn’t just in his…
Wipro on Thursday approved a Rs 15,000 crore share buyback, its largest so far, even as the IT major’s offer remains smaller than recent repurchases by peers Infosys and TCS, PTI reported.The company’s latest buyback surpasses its Rs 12,000 crore programme in 2023, but trails Infosys’ Rs 18,000 crore offer –the largest by any Indian…
Kamal Haasan’s Chennai abode, appraised at a cool Rs 25-30 crore, seamlessly fuses modern luxuries with classic South Indian design. It serves as an artistic haven, boasting amenities like a personal cinema, a serene study area, and an inviting terrace garden that speaks to his creative spirit. The residence of Kamal Haasan on Boat Club…
Korean proverb of the day (AI-generated image) People are often told to be independent, self-sufficient, and able to deal with problems on their own in today’s fast-paced world. There is a strong emphasis on personal effort and success, from career goals to personal responsibilities. This way of thinking can help you be more confident and…
US State Department travel advisory lists Egypt among safer destinations in the Middle East region As tensions continue to ripple across the Middle East amid US-Israel war against Iran, one destination is quietly standing out for travellers seeking reassurance and that is Egypt. In the latest advisory issued by the US Department of State, Egypt…
South Africa’s Quinton de Kock plays a shot (PTI Photo) Ahmedabad: Quinton de Kock turned up for the pre-match press conference with don’t-care attitude. The answers were curt, bordering on being dismissive. This is a new De Kock, back in international cricket two months ago after a hiatus of 18 months since the loss to…
Harshit Rana, Matheesha Pathirana and Josh Hazelwood (Agency Image) Injuries, or non-availability, to top pacers close to the start of the IPL can give sleepless nights to franchise coaches and the support staff. While Lucknow Super Giants, for a few years now, have been one of the worst-affected teams, this time around three teams are…
Veteran actress Sudha Chandran has opened up about Govinda’s peak stardom, the industry’s treatment of him, and why she believes he is currently not a part of mainstream Bollywood. She also reacted to social media comments on videos of Govinda dancing at smaller events. Veteran actress Sudha Chandran has opened up about Govinda’s peak stardom,…
External affairs minister S Jaishankar (ANI photo) External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Monday said that Iran had formally requested permission for three of its vessels to dock at Indian ports, a request that India granted the very next day.Amid rising tensions in the Indian Ocean after last week’s sinking of an Iranian warship by…
