Government Launches Central Bank of India Stake Sale as Disinvestment Push Gains Pace
The Indian government has initiated a fresh stake sale in state-run Central Bank of India, continuing its broader strategy of reducing holdings in public sector banks while moving closer to regulatory shareholding norms mandated by market authorities. The offer for sale (OFS), opened for institutional investors on Friday, involves an initial divestment of 4% in…
India Name Young Squad for Women’s U-18 Hockey Asia Cup as Focus Shifts to Future Talent Pipeline
India has announced its 18-member squad for the Women’s U-18 Hockey Asia Cup 2026, with forward Sweety Kujur named captain for the continental tournament scheduled to be held in Kakamigahara, Japan, from May 29 to June 6. The competition is expected to serve as a significant platform for identifying the next generation of Indian women’s…
Not Just Packing Bags-Packing Your Lifestyle
Travel today feels very different from even five years ago. You are no longer just packing clothes, you’re packing your routine, your comfort, and sometimes even your kitchen. From making your morning coffee in a hotel room to blending a smoothie at the airport, travel appliances are quietly becoming your everyday companions on the move….
Indian Markets Open Higher Despite Global Tensions as Banking, Metal Stocks Lead Early Gains
India’s benchmark equity indices opened higher on Thursday, extending recent market momentum even as investors continued to monitor geopolitical tensions in West Asia and shifting global risk sentiment. Early gains in banking and metal stocks helped lift domestic markets, while a recovery in the Indian rupee added to positive investor sentiment during opening trade. The…
Kartik Tyagi’s Late-Season Surge Adds New Twist to IPL 2026 Purple Cap Race
As the Indian Premier League 2026 season enters its decisive phase, Kolkata Knight Riders fast bowler Kartik Tyagi has emerged as one of the tournament’s most significant late-season performers, climbing into the top five of the Purple Cap standings after another impactful spell against Mumbai Indians. Tyagi’s rise comes at a crucial moment for Kolkata…
US Expands Iran Sanctions Network, Targets Financial Channels and Oil Transport Operations
The United States has unveiled another round of sanctions targeting Iran’s financial and energy-related operations, intensifying Washington’s pressure campaign against Tehran at a time of persistent regional instability and fragile diplomatic relations between the two countries. The latest measures, announced by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, focus on a foreign currency exchange company accused…
PM Modi’s Rome Visit Highlights India-Italy Strategic Convergence as Ties Deepen Across Europe
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rome on Tuesday for the final leg of his multi-nation diplomatic tour, signaling the growing strategic importance of India’s partnership with Italy at a time when New Delhi is expanding its political, economic and technological engagement across Europe. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni welcomed Modi with a warm public…
Cuba-US Tensions Rise as Havana Warns Against ‘Incalculable Consequences’ Amid Drone Concerns
Relations between Cuba and the United States have entered another period of heightened strain after Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel warned that any potential military action against the island could trigger “incalculable consequences,” escalating rhetoric at a time of growing geopolitical uncertainty across the Western Hemisphere. The sharp warning from Havana comes amid reports in U.S….
PM Modi’s Norway Visit Signals India’s Expanding Strategic Push Across Europe
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Norway on Monday marked a significant step in India’s rapidly evolving engagement with Northern Europe, with New Delhi and Oslo agreeing to elevate bilateral relations into a “Green Strategic Partnership” focused on clean energy, technology, maritime cooperation and sustainable economic growth. The visit, widely viewed as one of the…
Maruti Suzuki Expands Haryana Manufacturing Footprint as Kharkhoda Plant Begins Second-Unit Production
Maruti Suzuki India has started commercial production at the second manufacturing unit of its Kharkhoda facility in Haryana, significantly expanding the company’s production capacity at a time when India’s passenger vehicle market continues to evolve toward SUVs, exports and large-scale manufacturing investments. The newly operational unit adds an annual capacity of 250,000 vehicles, taking the…
Punjab Kings Deny Injury Concerns Around Arshdeep Singh Amid Mounting Pressure in IPL 2026 Campaign
Punjab Kings have publicly dismissed speculation surrounding the fitness of fast bowler Arshdeep Singh, insisting the left-arm pacer remains fully fit and available as the franchise enters a critical phase of its IPL 2026 season. The clarification comes at a sensitive moment for the team, which is battling both on-field inconsistency and off-field scrutiny while…
Ambati Rayudu Calls Sunil Narine the Greatest IPL Player as KKR Veteran Reaches Historic Milestone
Former India batter Ambati Rayudu has described Sunil Narine as the greatest player in Indian Premier League history, praising the Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder for his long-standing impact, match-winning consistency and ability to dominate games in multiple roles across more than a decade of T20 cricket. Rayudu’s remarks came after Narine delivered another influential performance…