Indian shares were set for a stronger session on Thursday as softer oil prices and gains in global technology stocks lifted investor sentiment. The Sensex opened 103.82 points higher at 77,576.76, while the Nifty began trading at 24,277.60, a gain of 69.85 points. Brent crude extended losses amid hopes that diplomatic efforts involving Iran could…
AB de Villiers on Virat Kohli-Sachin Tendulkar South Africa great AB de Villiers has clarified his recent comments comparing Virat Kohli with Sachin Tendulkar after his assessment of the two Indian batting legends triggered a backlash on social media.De Villiers had previously said Kohli was better than Tendulkar in seam-friendly overseas conditions, while crediting the…
Virender Sehwag, Aaryavir Sehwag NEW DELHI: The BCCI Men’s Selection Committee on Thursday announced India’s Under-19 squads for Australia’s Under-19 tour of India, which will feature three One-Day matches and two Multi-Day fixtures.One of the biggest takeaways from the squads is the inclusion of former India cricketer Virender Sehwag’s son, Aaryavir Sehwag, in the One-Day…
A red fox introduced to California more than a century ago might seem far removed from the fate of a small marsh bird. Yet the two became linked in the coastal wetlands of Southern California, where the light-footed Ridgway’s rail has struggled to survive. The bird spends much of its time concealed among cordgrass and…
Pluto lost its planet status 20 years ago; the scientist nicknamed ‘Plutokiller’ explains why For generations of schoolchildren, the solar system had nine planets. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune — and Pluto, the tiny, distant world at the edge of the planetary family. Then, on August 24, 2006, everything changed. Pluto lost…
‘Ramayana’ star Ravie Dubey is giving fans a glimpse into his time off, sharing a series of holiday pictures with wife Sargun Mehta on Instagram. The post, capturing the couple’s beach getaway, came with a warm note from the actor reflecting on his wife’s quiet strength and the role she plays in his life. Ravie…
Raksha Bandhan is not merely a family celebration; traditionally, it is a sacred ritual representing protection, affection, responsibility and the strengthening of the sibling bond.In 2026, Raksha Bandhan will be observed on Friday, August 28 in India. The Purnima Tithi begins on August 27 and continues until the morning of August 28. For New Delhi,…
Petroleum minister Hardeep Puri reviewed the action taken on decisions from two brainstorming sessions on the rollout of the scheme, which received Cabinet’s approval, said officials. (Photo: IANS) NEW DELHI: Government is likely to finalise a year-wise plan soon for drilling, seismic surveys and rig deployment under Samudra Manthan, a Rs 84,084-crore national programme aimed…
The breakout level of 156,000 level from the formation and last week’s key support, remains the crucial floor to watch. Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold prices are showing encouraging signs and the near-term trend remains bullish, while the base trend for silver also remains positive, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex & Commodities,…
Rishabh Pant successfully stumps to dismiss Sri Lanka’s Pasindu Sooriyabandara during day four of the second test match between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026. (AP) Sri Lanka’s young guns Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Sonal Dinusha once again emerged as bright spots in an otherwise difficult series, producing gritty knocks…
