Rahul Kumar 
Surging energy costs and weak capital inflows may slow India’s economic recovery and fuel inflation, says an ICICI Bank report. It highlights rising food inflation risks due to high fuel prices and a poor monsoon forecast, but notes core inflation is stable. Surging energy costs and weak capital inflows may slow down economic recovery, fuelling … Read more
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated a Farmers’ Training Centre and Common Facility Centre in Yadgir, Karnataka. Guided by NABARD, the centre aims to strengthen rural livelihoods and agricultural value chains in the Kalyana Karnataka region. Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday inaugurated the Farmers’ Training Centre and Common Facility Centre … Read more
England captain Ben Stokes expresses confidence ahead of the World Test Championship series against New Zealand. Returning from injury, Stokes backs the inclusion of spinner Shoaib Bashir and pacer Ollie Robinson for the three-match series. As England prepare to return to action in the ICC World Test Championship, captain Ben Stokes believes the side will … Read more
MDMK’s Durai Vaiko defended Tamil Nadu’s law and order, stating it’s better than many northern states. He addressed criticism of the new DMK government, the issue of party symbols, and the emergence of actor Vijay’s TVK. MDMK Defends Tamil Nadu’s Law and Order Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) Principal Secretary Durai Vaiko, on Thursday, addressed … Read more
Veteran film producer and former CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani died on Thursday at 76. He was known for producing hits like ‘Ilzaam’, ‘Shola Aur Shabnam’, and ‘Aankhen’. His family confirmed the news and announced the last rites for the same day. Veteran film producer and former Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chairperson Pahlaj Nihalani … Read more
The AIADMK is questioning why Tamil Nadu CM Vijay still keeps his private bodyguard, Naeem Moosa, around despite having Z+ security. MP Inbadurai has called this a major security breach and is demanding an explanation from the government. Chennai: The AIADMK is kicking up a major fuss over Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay using a … Read more
Lord’s will host its 150th Test as England faces New Zealand. While England has a strong record at the venue, the Kiwis have won only once. Ben Stokes and Joe Root are on the verge of major career milestones in the upcoming series. Lord’s Set for Historic 150th Test The Lord’s Stadium in the UK … Read more
New UDF govt’s status report reveals Kerala’s fiscal crisis with Rs 5.07 lakh crore debt. It labels KIIFB a ‘parallel fiscal authority’ that has created a Rs 56,000 crore financial obligation, recommending a forensic audit. The newly elected United Democratic Front (UDF) government in Keralam, led by Chief Minister and Finance Minister V D Satheeshan … Read more
A gym in Palakkad, Kerala, has become a subject of social media controversy after branding itself as “Islam-friendly.” The facility’s policies, including no music and separate workout times for men and women, have sparked a wide range of online reactions, from support to accusations of divisiveness. A gym in the Palakkad region of Kerala has … Read more
The passing of veteran producer and former CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani has reignited discussions about one of Indian cinema’s most recognisable surnames. While many wonder if Pahlaj Nihalani and acclaimed filmmaker Govind Nihalani are related, their biggest distinction lies not in family ties but in the vastly different cinematic worlds they represented. One championed mainstream … Read more