US stock markets traded higher on Thursday, with technology and artificial intelligence (AI)-linked stocks rebounding after a volatile week, while investors continued to monitor rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, inflation concerns and global interest rate expectations.The benchmark S&P 500 rose 0.5% in morning trade, recovering some of the losses recorded over the previous…
Image credit: Manu Bhaker’s X handle NEW DELHI: Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker will compete in two events at the upcoming Asian Games after being named in India’s 30-member shooting squad announced by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) on Thursday.The Asian Games will be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4,…
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow, has released the exam city slip for UPGET 2026 exam. Candidates who have registered for the entrance examination can now access their allotted exam city through the official portal. The exam city slip provides candidates with the name of the city where their examination will be conducted. However,…
The South film industry witnessed exciting casting updates, emotional moments, and a brewing controversy today. From a major cameo announcement and a superstar’s striking new look to a debate on media ethics and an ongoing industry feud, here are the top South cinema stories that grabbed headlines and kept fans engaged. Hrithik Roshan set for…
AI-generated image used for representation NEW DELHI: “Andhera chhatega, suraj niklega, kamal khilega … “ When Atal Bihari Vajpayee had said this after BJP’s humiliating two-seat performance in the 1984 Lok Sabha elections, it was more of a statement of faith than a prophecy.More than four decades later, the BJP under Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
The World Bank has lowered its global growth forecast for 2026 to 2.5%, citing the economic fallout from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, rising energy prices and heightened uncertainty across markets.In its latest Global Economic Prospects report, the lender warned that global growth could slow further to 1.3% if energy supply disruptions become…
Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman, center, celebrates with teammates (AP Photo) Bangladesh created history on Thursday by clinching their first-ever ODI series victory over Australia, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match contest with a composed five-wicket win in the second match.A lengthy rain interruption of nearly two-and-a-half hours forced officials to revise Bangladesh’s target under…
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has extended the deadline for document uploads in the Civil Police Constable Recruitment 2025 process until June 15, 2026. Candidates who have qualified in the Physical Standard Test, Physical Efficiency Test, and document verification stages can submit their required documents online through the official portal. The…
At 43, actress Trisha Krishnan never ceases to surprise her fans with her energy, fitness, and youthful glow. Many have wondered how she manages to stay in shape despite her hectic shooting schedule. Recently, the actress shared glimpses of her workout routine on her Instagram Stories, giving fans an insight into the exercises that help…
Nipah virus (Image source: PTI) Kerala health minister K Muraleedharan on Thursday confirmed that a suspected Nipah virus case in Kozhikode has tested positive, while final confirmation from the Virology Institute is still awaited.The patient was initially admitted to Crescent Hospital in Kozhikode with a high fever and was later shifted to another hospital after…
