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Hello and welcome to the Live coverage of Under19 World Cup match between India and Pakistan The India Under-19 men’s team had a virtual interaction with batting great Sachin Tendulkar ahead of their crucial Super Six encounter against Pakistan in the ongoing U-19 World Cup. England booked their place in the semi-finals after registering a…
As the weekend approaches, cinema lovers and industry insiders are abuzz with anticipation for Sunday’s budget meeting. There’s a hopeful sentiment in the air, as many are looking for further relief on ticket prices. Although GST 2.0 brought some much-needed reductions, the soaring ticket costs still linger under older tax categories. Sunday’s budget session has…
Image Credit: Instagram BENGALURU: Confident Group chairman CJ Roy was found dead at his Langford Town office in Bengaluru on Friday after sustaining a gunshot injury. The 57-year-old allegedly shot himself on the left side of his chest between 3pm and 3.10pm. The weapon is believed to be licensed, though authorities are still verifying this.The…
On Union Budget Day, the Finance Minister’s saree is never a casual choice. It functions as a visual cue often the first signal of the tone the Budget is about to take. Colour, pattern, and restraint matter because they subconsciously prepare the audience for what lies ahead. Nirmala Sitharaman’s saree communicates seriousness, discipline, and controlled…
Fresh disclosures from the Jeffrey Epstein files have renewed scrutiny of Bill Gates’ past association with the disgraced financier, following the release of draft emails containing unverified allegations about Gates’ private life. Gates has strongly denied the claims, calling them false and absurd, while acknowledging that engaging with Epstein was a serious mistake. The documents…
Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced the setting up of a high-level committee on “Banking for Viksit Bharat”, signalling a comprehensive review of the financial sector as India prepares for its next phase of economic growth.“I propose setting up a high-level committee on banking for Viksit Bharat to comprehensively review the sector and…
NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday said the Union Budget would be closely watched for measures to translate projected economic growth into employment, stressing that growth without jobs would not benefit the country’s youth. “We are all looking forward to hearing what the finance minister has to tell us. The Economic Survey projects…
NEW DELHI: The Union Budget 2026 introduced a structured three-Kartavya framework to accelerate economic growth, fulfill citizen aspirations, and ensure universal access to resources. “This three-part approach aims to strengthen inclusivity and resilience, benefiting farmers, youth, women, disadvantaged groups, and every region through sustained reform momentum,” said Union finance minister Nirmala SitharamanHere are the key…
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2026, launched the “India Semiconductor Mission 2.0” to “capitalise on the momentum of the semiconductor mission,” announcing an outlay of Rs 40,000 crore for the initiative.She said India’s Semiconductor Mission 1.0 had expanded the country’s semiconductor sector capabilities. Building on this, the government will launch ISM…
Gold and silver prices tumbled on Sunday, hitting their lower circuit levels in futures trade, ahead of Union Budget 2026-27 presentation. Gold futures for April 2, 2026, delivery fell Rs 9,140, or 6%, to Rs 1,43,205 per 10 grams, while silver futures for March 5, 2026, delivery dropped Rs 17,515, or 6%, to Rs 2,74,410…
