PM Modi inaugurates Rs 3,350 crore projects in Ladakh, including new Leh airport terminal

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PM Modi dedicated to the nation the 298-km Nimmu-Padum-Darcha Road. (Photo: X) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday virtually inaugurated five development projects worth around Rs 3,350 crore in Ladakh, covering airport infrastructure, strategic road connectivity, renewable energy and water conservation.“Today, another chapter is being added to Ladakh’s progress and development. I am … Read more

BCCI raises selectors’ budget by Rs 5 cr as hunt for Ajit Agarkar’s replacement continues | Cricket News

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Pragyan Ojha (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: There’s ambiguity around the composition of the BCCI’s national selection committee following former chief Ajit Agarkar’s decision not to continue. The deadline for applications to fill the West Zone vacancy ended on Wednesday with former India wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel, who was widely tipped to be Agarkar’s replacement, choosing … Read more

India-US trade deal: First phase finalised, legal drafting under way, says Piyush Goyal

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The much-awaited India-US trade deal has cleared its first phase and moved to the legal drafting stage, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday.He said that the pact would be operationalised once India gains a competitive advantage over its peer countries. The minister further expressed hope that the process would be completed soon.“US … Read more

Letters with ‘suspicious substances’ sent to US election offices

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Federal authorities say they are investigating “potentially hazardous” letters containing “suspicious substances” that have been sent to congressional and state election offices around the US. The FBI and the US Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) said they were trying to trace the “suspicious mailings”, some of which were intercepted before they were received. Authorities declined to … Read more

Rohit Sharma’s 5th T20I century and two super overs: A look at what happened when India last played in Bengaluru as IND vs WI set for series decider at Chinnaswamy | Cricket News

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Rohit Sharma plays a shot during the third T20 cricket match between India and Afghanistan, at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru. (PTI Photo) Shai Hope struck another century as West Indies beat India by 24 runs in the fourth Twenty20 in Hyderabad on Wednesday to level the five-match series at 2-2.Chasing 248, India got off … Read more

India Balance Of Payments: India’s current account deficit narrows to $5.2 billion in August, RBI data shows

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Foreign inflows lift India’s BoP surplus (representative image) India’s overall balance of payments (BoP) recorded a surplus of $45.4 billion in August 2026, compared with a deficit of $5.6 billion in the same month last year, as foreign currency inflows, particularly non-resident Indian (NRI) deposits, rose sharply, according to Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data.The … Read more

Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez apologises for outburst and fined

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Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has issued an apology following his controversial remarks criticising the club’s hierarchy. After United’s Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid on Tuesday Martinez said that the club had left head coach Michael Carrick with an under-equipped squad. Following talks with the club on Thursday, the Argentina international released a statement … Read more

Kareena Kapoor Khan sets the internet buzzing in a red Bandhani suit and statement earrings; poses to Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘What Ve’ |

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Kareena Kapoor Khan sets the internet buzzing in a red Bandhani suit and statement earrings; poses to Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘What Ve’ Kareena Kapoor Khan has shown her ‘desi side’ in a new set of pictures shared on social media. The actress is seen in a rich red Bandhani suit, and the photos appear to be … Read more

Punam Raut, part of India’s 2017 World Cup final run, retires from international cricket | Cricket News

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Out-of-favour India women’s cricket team top-order batter Punam Raut on Thursday announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket with immediate effect.The 37-year-old represented India in four Tests, 73 ODIs and 35 T20Is between 2009 and 2021.“After much thought and reflection, I have decided to retire from international cricket in all formats of the … Read more

He bought a home, gave it for redevelopment years later and sold new flat for Rs 1.95 crore within 8 days; taxman denied LTCG exemption and added Rs 80.14 lakh, but ITAT grants relief

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The man said that he had invested the entire Rs 1.95 crore from the sale in purchasing another residential flat at a different location. (Image for representative purpose only) You buy a flat and after some years the housing society gives it for redevelopment. You then sell the redeveloped flat within days of getting it … Read more

Kuwait’s ILT20 connection bears fruit on the road to the T20 World Cup | Cricket News

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Kuwait’s success in the Sub-Regional Asia A Qualifier for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 in Malaysia has highlighted the role played by the ILT20 in preparing players from the country for international cricket.Several members of Kuwait’s qualifying team have featured in the ILT20, where they have trained and played alongside international stars. They … Read more

India-China Trade: India-China trade jumps 29% to $91.76 billion, overtakes US in first half of FY27

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Representative image (India-China trade rebounds as New Delhi looks to rebuild bilateral ties) India’s bilateral trade with China rose nearly 29 per cent year-on-year to $91.76 billion in April-September 2026-27, making Beijing India’s largest trading partner in the first half of the financial year, according to commerce ministry data.Two-way trade between India and China stood … Read more

Trans people should use hospital spaces according to biological sex, NHS England says

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Trans patients should be cared for on single-sex hospital wards or bays that align with their biological sex rather than their gender identity, according to new NHS England (NHSE) guidance. It says when this is not “clinically appropriate” then alternative arrangements should be made. But the guidance also says decisions may have to be made … Read more

Selena Gomez Details Benny Blanco Surprises on First Marriage Anniversary

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A year into marriage, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have nothing but their same old love. The Only Murders in the Building actress reflected on what she’s learned about her husband shortly after celebrating their first wedding anniversary Sept. 27—and she’s happy that it ain’t much.   “We know everything,” Gomez quipped to E! News in an exclusive interview at the … Read more

Prithvi Shaw: ‘Don’t like going out anymore’: Prithvi Shaw opens up on life and his goal of India comeback | Cricket News

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NEW DELHI: At 26, Prithvi Shaw is determined to rebuild his cricket career by focusing on his game, family and work ethic while staying away from unnecessary distractions.Once regarded as one of India’s brightest batting prospects, Shaw has faced several setbacks in recent years but remains committed to earning another opportunity in the national team.“I … Read more

She bought shares for Rs 13.5 lakh and sold them for Rs 77.47 lakh after 18 months; taxman denied capital gains exemption, but ITAT gives relief and deletes Rs 79 lakh in additions

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The case concerned a woman who claimed an exemption on long-term capital gains of Rs 65.41 lakh from the sale of shares. (Image for representative purpose only) You buy shares in a company and after over a year you sell them. In between the company also issues bonus shares, taking your total holdings up. You … Read more

Citi Trends Designer Finds Go Viral on TikTok

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Citi Trends is having a major moment on TikTok, and shoppers are finding designer labels in places they never expected. The discount retailer is attracting attention as social media users share videos of what they say are luxury fashion finds, including Versace shoes, UGG footwear, Off-White merchandise, Alexander McQueen boots, and Givenchy boots at surprisingly … Read more

Sikandar Raza: ‘Would I be tempted?’ Sikandar Raza breaks silence on retirement U-turn if Zimbabwe enters WTC | Cricket News

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Zimbabwe’s ODI and T20I captain Sikandar Raza has made it clear that his country’s possible entry into the World Test Championship (WTC) for the 2027-30 cycle will not change his plan to retire after next year’s 50-over World Cup in Africa.Zimbabwe will co-host the 2027 ODI World Cup with South Africa and Namibia. For the … Read more

No more guessing who’s calling! Govt mandates caller ID display from November 1

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Govt makes displaying caller name mandatory from November 1 Unknown calls bothering you? The name behind it will no longer be a secret.The department of telecommunications (DoT) has directed telecom operators to introduce Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) from November 1, 2026. The service will display the caller’s name on the recipient’s phone without requiring users … Read more