NEW DELHI: Shashi Tharoor not being in sync with his Congress colleagues is no longer news. Especially, if the issue in question pertains to the global stage. So, when senior Congress leader Chidambaram questioned the benefits of Brics for India, Tharoor had an answer. As expected, the answer triggered another round of Tharoor vs Congress…
Wall Street inches higher as oil prices ease, inflation data calms markets US stocks moved higher on Friday as a retreat in oil prices helped ease some of the pressure on markets, and fresh inflation data came broadly in line with expectations.The S&P 500 gained 1%, putting the index on course to end a four-day…
Jasprit Bumrah (PTI Photo) Jasprit Bumrah was back in the thick of India’s preparations on Friday as the full squad took part in a training session ahead of the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan.The session started quietly, with the players going through a light warm-up before moving into fielding drills. Ten players were then split…
Two commercial fishermen have had their licences suspended and vessel permits revoked for four years after wildlife officers recovered 194 abandoned Dungeness crab traps from waters off the Del Norte County coast. The enforcement action, finalised during an August meeting of the California Fish and Game Commission, involved 66-year-old Darryl Donovan of Gilroy and 60-year-old…
R Madhavan’s son Vedaant is gearing up for one of the biggest challenges of his swimming career. The 21-year-old is set to lead India’s 12-member swimming contingent at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, where he will compete in the 200m freestyle. A long-distance specialist, Vedaant is stepping outside his comfort zone for the…
Man explains why two salaries may not be enough Earning more can change the way people make financial decisions. A home, a better school, a new car or more regular outings may start to feel affordable when there are two salaries coming in. But those decisions can also bring new monthly commitments.Dr Sunny Garg, an…
The Moon in Virgo on September 11, 2026, promotes the organization of tasks, ensuring daily responsibilities are met with efficiency. The creative influence of Purva Phalguni encourages finding pleasure in work, leading to thoughtful changes that improve well-being. This astrological forecast offers tailored guidance for all zodiac signs, aimed specifically at enhancing both productivity and…
David Warner takes dig at Barmy Army (Agency Images) Former Australia opener David Warner found himself in a playful social media exchange with England’s famous fan group, the Barmy Army, on Friday, and the banter quickly moved from Saim Ayub‘s ducks to Marnus Labuschagne‘s century drought, England’s curfew troubles and Warner’s long-running Stuart Broad problem.It…
Natural Star Nani is gearing up for the release of his upcoming action thriller drama ‘The Paradise’, directed by Srikanth Odela. With the film set to arrive in theatres on September 24, fans have been eagerly waiting for the trailer. However, during a press meet on Friday, Nani confirmed that the makers have decided not…
Trade barriers rising globally, India building economic bridges: PM Modi at BRICS Business Forum Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday positioned India as a bridge-builder in an increasingly fragmented global economy, saying the country is responding to rising trade barriers by expanding free-trade partnerships, strengthening supply chains and creating new avenues for businesses across the…
