The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept its policy interest rate unchanged at 5.5 per cent for the second consecutive meeting, while retaining flexibility for future reductions. This comes after the monetary policy committee (MPC) significantly lowered its inflation projections, according to a Crisil Intelligence analysis cited by PTI.The central bank, in its October…
Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor reunited warmly at Mumbai airport, sharing hugs and a buggy ride that delighted fans. Their chemistry from hits like ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’ sparked reunion hopes. Deepika recently exited ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ sequel over pay and role issues, following a similar exit from ‘Spirit’. Earlier today, Deepika Padukone and Ranbir…
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan (File photo) NEW DELHI: Kerala’s Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday criticised the Centre for its “negligent” response to the Wayanad landslide. He said the Union government sanctioned only a fraction of the financial assistance requested by the state. Vijayan said Kerala had sought Rs 2,221.03 crore from the Centre for…
AK-630 (Courtesy: Defence.in) NEW DELHI: The Indian Army has issued a tender to procure AK-630 air defence guns from the state-owned Advanced Weapon and Equipment India Ltd (AWEIL) under Mission Sudarshan Chakra, an ambitious national security initiative announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day address.“Indian Army Air Defence has floated an RFP…
Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar and Shubman Gill (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: In a major leadership shake-up, Shubman Gill has been named India’s ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma ahead of the upcoming series in Australia, a decision India’s chief selector Ajit Agarkar described as “practically impossible” to avoid. Speaking at a press conference in Ahmedabad, Agarkar…
India’s Sanju Samson bats during the Asia Cup cricket final between India and Pakistan (AP /PTI) The BCCI has announced India’s squads for the upcoming ODI and T20 series against Australia, marking the much-anticipated return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who last played in India colours during the Champions Trophy earlier this year. Shubman…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday took a veiled swipe at Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi while inaugurating several education and skilling projects in Bihar, urging people to be vigilant against those attempting to claim the ‘Jan Nayak’ title associated with former Bihar chief minister Karpoori Thakur.Speaking at the inauguration of Jan Nayak…
Shreyas Iyer of India (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images) Shreyas Iyer has been named as the vice-captain for India in the upcoming ODI series against Australia. He will join Shubman Gill, who leads the side as ODI captain, forming the core of India’s leadership group. Iyer comes into the role after a season of mixed…
Jairam Ramesh (ANI images) NEW DELHI: Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Saturday alleged irregularities in Bihar’s final electoral roll following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. He claimed that the entire process was orchestrated to benefit the ruling BJP.In a post on X, Congress leader wrote: “The Election Commission has orchestrated the entire SIR…
Shubman Gill’s appointment as India’s ODI captain has generated both excitement and debate in cricketing circles. Speaking about the development, former India spinner Harbhajan Singh praised Gill’s leadership in Test cricket and welcomed the opportunity for him to helm the white-ball side.“First of all, congratulations to Shubman Gill. He’s been leading the team well in…