Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings begin IPL 2026 with revamped squads after finishing at the bottom last season. RR have handed captaincy to Riyan Parag, while CSK are led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, who returns after an injury-hit 2025 campaign. Sanju Samson, now part of CSK, is set to open alongside Gaikwad, with MS Dhoni…
US President Donald Trump’s remarks about potentially seizing Iran’s Kharg Island oil terminal have sharpened focus on the strategic and commercial stakes tied to one of the country’s most critical energy export hubs.Kharg Island, located in the Persian Gulf, serves as Iran’s primary offshore oil export terminal and handles the bulk of its crude shipments…
India’s industrial production grew 5.2 per cent in February, driven largely by an improvement in manufacturing output, according to official data released on Monday.Factory output, measured by the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), had expanded 2.7 per cent in February 2025, as per the official statement.Data released by the National Statistics Office (NSO) also showed…
The new ‘Tomb Raider’ series starring Sophie Turner has hit a snag. Turner, who’s set to play Lara Croft in the reboot series, got hurt during filming. Although it’s not a serious injury, it’s enough to stop production for now. There is no official word about when the production is going to resume. However, here’s…
Gold futures remained firm on Monday with all major contracts posting gains amid steady trading activity. The April contract led the rise, climbing over 1% to Rs 1,45,797 per 10 grams, while June and August contracts also recorded solid upticks of 0.91% and 0.71%, respectively.The June 2026 gold futures contract saw strong participation with high…
The Indian American Advocacy Council (IAAC), a community-driven advocacy group, has released a comprehensive 10-page guide titled “Know Your Rights.” The initiative comes as Indian-Americans report increased targeting, online harassment, and institutional hostility following the 2025 presidential transition. The 10-page booklet advises on events like what to say if ICE shows up at the door…
Bank holidays in India can often be confusing, as they vary from region to region depending on the occasion. It is therefore advisable to double-check the holiday schedule before planning a visit to the bank, since branch closures differ across states and regions.In India, bank holidays are a combination of national and state-specific observances, which…
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s journey from Austrian immigrant to global icon exemplifies his mantra: “You can’t climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets.” His relentless drive, evident from bodybuilding championships to Hollywood stardom and governorship, underscores a life built on active participation and unwavering ambition. Arnold Schwarzenegger is one of those names that…
Melbourne council is set to spend a whopping $1.2 million to establish a “Little India” in Docklands with the hope that it will become a “leading cultural precinct” in the city centre. The location was chosen after the city spent $150,000 on a scoping study to identify a site as a part of efforts to…
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, the iconic duo once dubbed Brangelina, created Hollywood magic through a select handful of collaborations that mirrored their passionate, tumultuous real-life romance. Spanning action spectacles, intimate dramas, and behind-the-scenes producing, their joint projects captured sizzling chemistry, personal vulnerability, and creative synergy. From the sparks of ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ to…