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NEW DELHI: In a rare occurrence, al-Qaida has issued a threat to China in connection with the atrocities on Uighur Muslims there. Atef al-Awlaki, the chief of AQAP (al-Qaida in Arabian Peninsula), released a statement celebrating attacks on Jews and US nationals while warning China that its policies toward Uyghurs were being “closely monitored.“Awlaki’s statement…
MUMBAI: Government bonds rallied on Wednesday after RBI announced fresh liquidity measures to ease tight conditions, pulling the benchmark 10-year yield down to 6.54% from 6.63% on Tuesday, its biggest single-session fall since mid-May, as prices rose on expectations of durable liquidity support. Bond dealers expect the yield on the 10-year bond to drop to…
Delhi HC directs Centre to fast-track extradition of US-based accused; trial to end within a year NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court has directed the Centre to expedite the extradition of US-based accused Amit Wadhwa and asked the trial court to conclude the long-pending criminal proceedings preferably within one year.The directions were issued by Justice…
The December 31, 2025 deadline is significant as it marks the last date for filing both revised and belated income tax returns. (AI image) Income tax refund status: The Income Tax Department has stepped up scrutiny for tax returns and several taxpayers have not received their income tax refunds this year. The delay in tax…
CHENNAI: TVK’s political adversaries were rattled by the party’s successful meetings, and they were beginning to unmask themselves, actor Vijay claimed in a veiled reference to the DMK.Firing a salvo at the ruling DMK, the founder of the fledgling party accused the DMK of allowing the “Lotus” (BJP’s symbol) to bloom in Tamil Nadu and…
The Indian medium and heavy commercial vehicle (M&HCV) industry appears to be entering the next upcycle, with industry volumes estimated to grow by around 8 per cent year-on-year in FY26 and 10 per cent in FY27, following a period of modest growth, according to a report by Nomura.The report highlighted that improving industry fundamentals are…
Shayan Jahangir and Jordan Cox struck commanding half-centuries as defending champions Dubai Capitals sealed a playoff berth with a convincing six-wicket victory over Sharjah Warriorz at the Dubai International Stadium on Christmas Eve.Chasing a modest 135, the Capitals cruised to the target with ease. Jahangir set the tempo early, while Cox anchored the chase with…
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma NEW DELHI: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has weighed in on the growing frustration among fans over the limited television coverage of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 group-stage matches, saying the disappointment is understandable but urging supporters to appreciate the logistical constraints faced by the BCCI.Go Beyond The Boundary with…
The new rules require H-1B applicants to keep all social media accounts public throughout the visa process. Image: AI generated The H-1B visa is no longer just an employment instrument; it has become a geopolitical signal. Under the second presidency of Donald Trump, immigration has re-entered the language of trade, leverage and national security, with…
Actor Gaurav Gera unearthed a surprising past collaboration with Ranveer Singh, revealing they once filmed a viral skit together. Gera, in his iconic Chutki persona, shared a throwback video where Singh played the shopkeeper. He also recounted how Singh instantly recognized him on the set of ‘Dhurandhar’ despite his disguise, highlighting their enduring connection. Gaurav…
