NEW DELHI: For decades, India’s fiscal federal system has had one core element that stood out: poorer states would be supported so that growth could be shared.The 16th Finance Commission has not broken that promise on paper. States will still receive 41 percent of the divisible pool of central taxes. But beneath that headline number,…
South Africa hold a potential edge in familiarity, having played both matches at this venue — one day game and one day-night fixture. The Ahmedabad pitch has offered bounce and carry, aiding stroke-play while rewarding seamers who hit the deck hard. Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi have adapted quickly, and the batting unit has experienced…
India’s Abhishek Sharma (AP Photo/Mahesh Kumar A.) Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha has expressed hope that India opener Abhishek Sharma will be fit in time for their ICC T20 World Cup showdown, saying his side wants to face India at full strength. Abhishek endured a tough start to the tournament with a golden duck against…
BOI SO recruitment result 2026: The Bank of India (BOI) is expected to release the Specialist Officer (SO) recruitment result 2026 soon, according to various media reports. Candidates who appeared for the recruitment process will be able to check their results and download scorecards once the official link is activated.The Bank has not announced an…
From struggling for Rs 500 to delivering a Rs 100 crore hit, Abishan Jeevinth’s journey in Tamil cinema is a testament to sheer grit. He defied industry norms, proving that compelling narratives and a determined mindset, not just big budgets, pave the way to success. His recent acting venture, ‘With Love,’ further solidifies his rising…
Taurus, this week is like a steady river with a few swirling patches. The overall flow is in your favour, especially for money, recognition, and getting work done without too much chasing. Jupiter supports your practical thinking, and that helps you make sensible choices even when emotions run high.Early week brings better than expected gains…
PUDUCHERRY: Union home minister Amit Shah took a dig at the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of lying repeatedly about the India-US trade deal. Addressing a public meeting at Karaikal, Puducherry’s enclave, 140km south of its headquarters, during his two-day visit to Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, Shah brushed…
China will remove tariffs on imports from almost all African countries starting May 1, Chinese President Xi Jinping said, according to state media, in a move expected to deepen trade and economic engagement between Beijing and the continent, AFP reported.China already operates a zero-tariff policy for imports from 33 African countries, but Beijing had announced…
Pakistan’s Usman Tariq bowls a delivery during the T20 World Cup cricket match between Pakistan and the United States in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. (AP) NEW DELHI: Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha said on Saturday that spinner Usman Tariq has been cleared by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and is not affected…
Pakistan’s captain Salman Ali Agha during a practice session ahead of an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match between India and Pakistan, at R Premadasa Stadium, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. (PTI) TimesofIndia.com in Colombo: The marquee India vs Pakistan match on February 15 will take place on a used pitch in Colombo, with…
