Wholesale price inflation accelerated to 2.13 per cent in February–the highest level in 11 months–as firming prices of food and non-food articles kept cost pressures elevated despite some easing in vegetable inflation, official data released on Monday showed.The WPI-based inflation rate has now risen for the fourth consecutive month. It stood at 1.81 per cent…
Veteran actor Mohanlal expressed deep emotion at filmmaker Blessy’s son’s wedding, stating it felt like his own son’s ceremony. He highlighted their enduring friendship, forged during Blessy’s early career. Their past collaborations on acclaimed films like ‘Thanmathra’ and ‘Bhramaram’ were also fondly recalled, underscoring their significant impact on Malayalam cinema. Veteran actor Mohanlal recently shared…
For more than a decade, Pakistan players have remained absent from the Indian Premier League (IPL). The last cricketer from Pakistan to feature in the tournament was allrounder Azhar Mahmood, who played in the league between 2012 and 2015, although he did so after entering the auction as an English player. His appearance came years…
The Centre has eased localisation requirements under its electric vehicle manufacturing programme, offering relief to makers of electric buses and trucks facing component supply challenges. The move comes under the government’s Rs 10,900 crore PM E-DRIVE Scheme, which aims to boost domestic EV production while strengthening the supply chain for key components, reported PTI. In…
The government on Monday said India’s fuel supply situation remains stable, with adequate crude oil availability and refineries operating at peak capacity even as geopolitical tensions in Middle East continue to disrupt regional energy flows.Addressing concerns over possible shortages, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary (Marketing & Oil Refinery) in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas,…
Naga Chaitanya credits wife Sobhita Dhulipala for his recent success, calling her a lucky charm after winning Best Actor for ‘Thandel’. He highlighted the film’s personal significance, being his first release post-wedding. Chaitanya emphasized how domestic harmony fuels his professional achievements, with both he and Dhulipala sharing a deep passion for cinema. Actor Naga Chaitanya…
Paris: India’s HS Prannoy (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary) NEW DELHI: HS Prannoy has withdrawn from the Orleans Masters Super 300 badminton tournament after suffering a shoulder injury during last week’s Swiss Open in Basel. The experienced Indian shuttler was originally scheduled to face top seed Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei in the opening round.Prannoy first…
Rising fuel prices and increasing traffic congestion have made fuel efficiency a growing concern for car owners. Although modern vehicles are built with improved engines and technologies to deliver better mileage, fuel consumption still depends largely on driving habits and vehicle maintenance. Small changes in the way drivers accelerate, maintain speed and plan journeys can…
The rupee weakened by 10 paise to settle at a fresh record low of Rs 92.40 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday amid surging crude oil prices and incessant withdrawal of foreign funds triggered by geopolitical uncertainties, PTI reported.The local currency, however, resisted a sharper fall as domestic equity markets staged a significant recovery…
Sidharth Malhotra eyes 2026 reunion with mentor Karan Johar post-Yodha, negotiating a heartfelt drama by Sharan Sharma. Talks near finalization; shoot starts summer Mumbai. Next: ‘Vvan’ with Tamannaah on May 15. Dharma’s ‘Nagzilla’, ‘Chand Mera Dil’ upcoming despite recent flop. Sidharth Malhotra could soon team up again with longtime mentor Karan Johar in 2026. Following…
