Asian markets opened the week on a weak footing, with investor sentiment weighed down by surging oil prices and escalating tensions in the ongoing US-Iran conflict. While Nikkei slid 5%, South Korea’s Kospi fell over 4%, though the indices later pared some of the losses.On Monday, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index fell 412 points or…
Virat Kohli (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) BENGALURU: Since anchoring Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s maiden IPL title run last season, Virat Kohli has stayed in imperious form. Across nine ODIs and two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches, he has piled up 821 runs, with his lowest score since returning from Australia’s back-toback ducks being 23 against New Zealand in…
Kylie Kelce candidly calls out the frustration of unsolicited parenting advice. In a recent podcast, the mom of four shared her raw thoughts on strangers chiming in about hats, socks, and shoes for her kids. Her no-nonsense response resonates with many parents tired of unwanted input. Her honest take on setting boundaries resonates widely, sparking…
Oil prices surged sharply on Monday, with Brent crude crossing the $110 mark and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) climbing past $100 a barrel, as the Middle East conflict completed its one month. Markets remained on edge as Houthis enter the Iran war and US plans to extend onground presence in the region, further fueling uncertainty…
Rameez Raza and Shaheen Afridi (PSL Photo) NEW DELHI: After the ball-tampering scandal rocked the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Lahore Qalandars captain Shaheen Afridi expected the burning question to come his way – and it did. Following Lahore Qalandars’ defeat, Afridi was asked about the dramatic final over that involved alleged ball tampering by his…
Mollywood star Kunchacko Boban’s recent Instagram reel, showing him playfully frolicking in the snow without any winter gear, has captivated audiences. The actor shared the clip to promote his upcoming film, ‘Oru Durooha Sahacharyathil,’ with a caption hinting at ‘courage gained in a mysterious situation.’ The video has garnered significant attention and reactions from fellow…
An Iranian strike on a power facility in Kuwait killed an Indian worker and caused damage to infrastructure at the site, the Gulf nation’s electricity ministry said on Monday.“A service building at a power and water desalination plant was attacked as part of the Iranian aggression against the State of Kuwait, resulting in the death…
Shaheen Afridi and Fakhar Zaman (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: It seems Pakistan cricket and controversies go hand in hand. Now, a fresh row has erupted – this time over alleged ball-tampering by Pakistan cricketers in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL). The incident took place during a PSL match between Lahore Qalandars and Karachi…
After an exhilarating cricket match at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, actors Sara Arjun and Ishaan Khatter were caught sharing a light-hearted moment together. Sara, proudly cheering for Mumbai’s team alongside her parents, seemed thrilled to connect with Ishaan, who was also in attendance. Clips of their warm exchange have quickly made their rounds…
R Praggnanandhaa vs Anish Giri (Photo by Michal Walusza) NEW DELHI: The opening day of the 2026 FIDE Candidates at the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort in Paphos, Cyprus, proved that while chess doctrine often predicts a draw when both sides play perfectly, the reality on the board could be far more volatile. Of…