Satwik-Chirag Storm Into Thailand Open Semifinals as Sindhu Bows Out After Hard-Fought Quarterfinal
India’s campaign at the Thailand Open Super 500 produced contrasting results on Friday, with men’s doubles stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty advancing emphatically to the semifinals, while former world champion P.V. Sindhu exited after a fiercely contested three-game battle against Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi. The performances in Bangkok once again highlighted the evolving dynamics of…
Income Tax Department Releases ITR-1 and ITR-4 Utilities, Opening FY 2025-26 Return Filing Season
The Income Tax Department has officially enabled the Excel utilities for ITR-1 and ITR-4 forms for the financial year 2025-26 (assessment year 2026-27), marking the beginning of India’s annual income tax return filing cycle for millions of taxpayers. The release is particularly significant for salaried employees, pensioners, freelancers, small business owners and presumptive taxation applicants…
Gold Holds Firm in Indian Markets While Silver Sees Sharp Correction Amid Volatile Global Trade
India’s bullion markets witnessed a mixed trading session on Friday, with gold prices continuing their upward movement across major jewellery centres even as silver recorded one of its steepest single-day declines in recent weeks. The divergence reflects growing uncertainty in global commodity markets, shifting investor sentiment, and changing demand dynamics ahead of the festive and…
Why Paneer Yield Varies — And It Starts Before the Kitchen
Paneer is one of the most widely used dairy products in Indian commercial and household kitchens. Despite its simplicity in preparation, one recurring challenge faced across kitchens is inconsistent yield. The same recipe, identical process, and similar equipment often produce different quantities of paneer on different days. While this variation is frequently attributed to preparation technique, the…
PM Modi Meets BRICS Foreign Ministers as India Hosts Strategic Talks in New Delhi
Discussions at Bharat Mandapam focus on resilience, innovation, sustainable development, and strengthening multilateral cooperation among BRICS nations Prime Minister Narendra Modi met foreign ministers and senior representatives from BRICS member countries and partner nations on Thursday as India hosted a two-day BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in the national capital. The diplomatic gathering, chaired by External…
Kapil Dev Meets Delhi LG to Discuss Plans for Developing Capital as Global Sports Hub
Talks focus on strengthening Delhi’s sports infrastructure, golf tourism, and international sporting profile Former India cricket captain Kapil Dev met Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Wednesday to discuss initiatives aimed at positioning the national capital as a global sports destination. The meeting also explored the role of golf infrastructure and international sporting events…
Virat Kohli Scores Ninth IPL Century, Becomes Fastest Batter to Reach 14,000 T20 Runs
RCB star powers Bengaluru to victory over Kolkata Knight Riders with unbeaten 105 in IPL 2026 clash Virat Kohli delivered another landmark performance in Indian Premier League, scoring an unbeaten century against Kolkata Knight Riders and becoming the fastest player in T20 cricket history to complete 14,000 runs in the format. The innings helped Royal…
India Bans Sugar Exports Until September to Stabilise Domestic Supply and Prices
Government shifts export policy from “restricted” to “prohibited” for most sugar categories amid concerns over lower production and rising domestic demand The Indian government has imposed an immediate ban on the export of raw, white, and refined sugar in an effort to maintain domestic availability and control rising prices in the local market. The decision…
Arisha Nigam Is Building Brands That Give Women Permission To Own Their Confidence
In a country where conversations around women’s pleasure, sensuality, and self-expression are often wrapped in silence, entrepreneur Arisha Nigam is building brands that speak with unapologetic honesty. As the founder of Thrillerrr, a personal wellness brand, and Naughty Rituals, a luxury lingerie label, Arisha belongs to a new generation of Indian entrepreneurs reshaping how women…
CBO Estimates Trump’s “Golden Dome” Missile Shield Could Cost $1.2 Trillion Over 20 Years
Congressional Budget Office projects costs far above White House estimates, with space-based defence systems driving most of the expense The Congressional Budget Office has estimated that former US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Golden Dome” missile-defence initiative could cost around $1.2 trillion over two decades, significantly higher than the administration’s earlier public estimates. The nonpartisan budget…
IPL 2026: Madhav Tiwari Stars on Delhi Capitals Debut in Record Chase Against Punjab Kings
Young all-rounder shines with bat and ball as Delhi Capitals pull off highest successful chase in Dharamshala IPL history Delhi Capitals youngster Madhav Tiwari delivered an impressive all-round performance on his full debut in Indian Premier League, helping his side secure a dramatic three-wicket win over Punjab Kings in a high-scoring encounter at Dharamshala. The…
Indian Stock Market Falls for Second Straight Session as Sensex Drops Over 760 Points
Weak global cues, rising crude oil prices, and West Asia tensions weigh on investor sentiment; rupee hits fresh low Indian benchmark indices declined sharply in early trade on Tuesday, extending losses for a second consecutive session as rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia and surging crude oil prices triggered broad-based selling across sectors. The BSE…