VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid (AFP Photo) In the cauldron that was the Eden Gardens in March 2001, John Wright — the first foreigner to coach India — witnessed the ebb and flow of the Test, with all its drama, emotion and sheer improbability. Twenty-five years later, the New Zealander tells TOI from Christchurch, of…
Budget 2026 Expectations Live: Key expectations of M&A sector “From an M&A taxation perspective, in cross border share swaps, many times employee stock options are also swapped. While share swaps done by way of tax neutral mergers enjoy a tax exemption, stock options do not enjoy similar exemption, which raises issues around taxability for employees…
Interest in the so-called ‘Einstein visa’ has risen sharply amid growing difficulty in securing traditional US work visas such as the H-1B. According to a recent report by CBS News, brokers and consultancies are increasingly marketing services that promise to help applicants qualify for this elite immigration pathway, which is officially known as the EB-1…
MS Dhoni (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Former Chennai Super Kings player Sam Billings has shared an interesting behind-the-scenes story about MS Dhoni during his time in the IPL. Billings recalled how Dhoni created a relaxed, social environment within the team despite his superstar status.Speaking on a podcast, Billings revealed that Dhoni had a unique setup…
You’re sensitive today, and your body may show it. Health might not remain good, and the Moon’s placement makes you absorb other people’s moods like a sponge. Keep your space calm.Hidden enemies are indicated, which often means office politics, gossip, or someone watching your moves quietly. Don’t share your thoughts and strategy with anybody. Not…
Iranian Drones Hit Fuel Tanks at Oman’s Salalah Port, Massive Fires Erupt, Tehran Denies Role The widening conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel has now reached one of the Gulf’s most strategically important maritime hubs. On March 11, 2026, multiple drones struck fuel storage tanks at the Port of Salalah in Oman, igniting…
In the coming week, the 158,000 level is expected to act as a crucial support zone. (AI image) Gold and silver price prediction: Gold prices may rally towards Rs 1.72 lakh and silver prices to Rs 3 lakh, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group. MCX Gold Price Outlook On…
Image used for representative purposes JAMMU: Security forces launched cordon-and-search operations in three J&K districts — Rajouri, Doda, and Poonch — following inputs about suspected terrorist movement, officials said Wednesday. Meanwhile, GOC Rising Star Corps (also known as IX Corps) Lt Gen Rajan Sharawat reviewed the operational preparedness of troops in Machhedi sector in Kathua…
Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan had quiet Eid celebrations with family and Ibrahim Ali Khan offered fans a peek into it. One sees that since the last few years, the entire Pataudi clan gets together to celebrate Eid and other festivals like Christmas and Raksha Bandhan as well. Saif, Kareena along with Saba…
In the hours following the dramatic capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, a wave of protests appeared across major US cities with remarkable speed and coordination. According to reporting by Fox News, a cluster of US-based socialist, Marxist and communist organisations moved swiftly from online messaging to street mobilisation, framing the arrest as an act…
