Former YouTuber Stephen McCullagh has filed an appeal against the life sentence he received for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend, Natalie McNally. The latest legal move comes just weeks after he was sentenced by Belfast Crown Court. Reports say the Public Prosecution Service has been informed about the appeal, while McCullagh is also said…
BENGALURU: Persistent Systems’ $1.5-billion bridge financing from Barclays for its proposed acquisition of German IT firm Nagarro is the latest sign that Indian IT companies are increasingly comfortable using debt to fund transformative acquisitions. This marks a departure from the industry’s long-standing preference for cash-rich, debt-free balance sheets.The financing, backed by a corporate guarantee of…
NEW DELHI: Peak temperatures and the sweltering heat this year have delivered a windfall for consumer brands, with quick-commerce platforms driving robust growth in heat-linked categories.As temperatures climbed across the country, demand for products ranging from ice creams and beverages to sunscreens more than doubled year-on-year in May as consumers sought relief from the relentless…
NEW DELHI: Hero MotoCorp is set to invest Rs 3,200 crore in Andhra Pradesh over the next three to five years as India’s largest two-wheeler maker ramps up manufacturing, strengthens its global supply chain and expands beyond vehicle production into higher-margin businesses such as accessories and merchandising.The investment includes Rs 750 crore for the company’s…
NEW DELHI: India’s smart TV market may have slipped into reverse in the first quarter of 2026, but the ongoing FIFA World Cup is emerging as an important catalyst for premium television sales. Brands are reporting a sharp surge in demand for larger screens, despite broader consumer caution.According to Counterpoint Research, India’s smart TV shipments…
NEW DELHI: GST collections rose 13.9%, fastest pace in eight months, to Rs 1,94,812 crore on sharp growth in the mop-up from imports due to a spike in international prices of crude, fertiliser and other commodities.Latest data showed that in June, for transactions undertaken in May, IGST on imports shot up nearly 35% to over…
Thomas Tuchel’s heated exchange with England star may have changed everything England’s dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo will be remembered for Harry Kane’s late brace, but one animated moment on the touchline may have proved just as significant. Television cameras captured Thomas Tuchel in a furious exchange with right-back Djed Spence shortly before…
Kriti Sanon should marry on her own terms, says Stebin Ben amid Kabir Bahia dating rumours (Image credits: Instagram) Marriage speculation around Kriti Sanon has often made headlines, but her brother-in-law and singer Stebin Ben believes the actor should never feel pressured to settle down. In a recent interview, Stebin said Kriti has earned the…
England’s Harry Kane (9) celebrates after scoring his side’s first goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between England and Congo in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Butch Dill) Harry Kane’s match-winning brace against DR Congo did far more than rescue England’s World Cup campaign. Within the space of 11 unforgettable…
ENG vs IND 1st T20I Abandoned Due to Rain (Image: BCCI) India’s opening T20I against England at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street was abandoned without a ball being bowled in the second innings after persistent rain left the outfield unfit for play.After winning the toss, India opted to bat first and recovered from a disastrous…