India’s Jasprit Bumrah (AP Photo/Anupam Nath) AHMEDABAD: For a nation of just 5.3 million people — smaller than many of the world’s major cities — New Zealand’s cricketing rise over the past decade has been remarkable. The Black Caps have reached eight major ICC finals, including the 2015 and 2019 ODI World Cups, the 2021…
MUMBAI: The rupee closed at 91.75 against the dollar on Friday, down 15 paise from the previous close of 91.6, after a largely range-bound session marked by pressure from higher crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows.Suspected intervention by the central bank too influenced market movements. Heavy selling in domestic equities and withdrawals by foreign…
Once a beloved pop princess, Britney Spears continues to shine brightly despite navigating turbulent legal waters. With a glittering career that has amassed approximately $130 million in net worth, her recent $150 million catalog deal showcases her enduring appeal. Britney Spears is again caught up in legal troubles after her recent DUI arrest. Despite the…
MUMBAI: Sanju Samson was quick with his response when reminded that he had missed out on two centuries. “Missed out? I haven’t missed two centuries. One of the best moments of my life is happening, so I’m grateful,” he said.This has been Samson’s World Cup so far. His unbeaten 97 off 50 balls helped India…
Banking relief for UAE and Gulf amid Iran–US–Israel crisis: Emirates NBD Bank removes ATM cash withdrawal charges In a move aimed at easing financial access during a turbulent period in the Gulf, Emirates NBD has announced that it will temporarily waive ATM withdrawal fees at other banks’ machines across the UAE and the wider GCC….
‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, the highly anticipated Aditya Dhar directorial, starring Ranveer Singh in the lead, is gearing up for its trailer launch on Saturday, March 7. With fans counting down to the trailer release, new reports indicate that fans will be in for a treat this weekend, as the makers are also reportedly opening advance…
Real Madrid’s Federico Valverde. (AP Photo/Lalo R. Villar) Federico Valverde’s heavily deflected 95th-minute drive snatched injury-hit Real Madrid a 2-1 win at Celta Vigo in La Liga on Friday.The Uruguayan midfielder needed a stroke of fortune at the death to pull his team to within one point of leaders Barcelona, who visit Athletic Bilbao on…
NEW DELHI: India’s medical technology (medtech) sector is set to get its first dedicated investment fund, which will also support the government’s ‘Make in India‘ push. A clutch of investors and industry veterans led by Ganesh Sabat, former CEO of SMT (Sahajanand Medical Technologies), a major cardiac stent player, are floating a Rs 1,000 crore…
Tollywood star Jr NTR resides in a magnificent Rs 25 crore mansion in Hyderabad’s prestigious Jubilee Hills. This architectural marvel, blending modern and traditional Indian elements, offers spacious living, lush outdoors, and a private home theatre. Designed by Sarah Sham, the home is a cherished family space for the actor and his loved ones. Jr…
MUMBAI: Deteriorating geopolitical situation in West Asia and market conditions across the globe pulled sensex down by nearly 1,100 points on Friday. The index closed below the 79K mark for the first time since April 2025. Banks led the slide as foreign funds sold, dealers said.Sensex started the session on a weak note, down about…
