Nepal floods: DMK, AIADMK demand rescue of stranded Tamils in TN Assembly

Opposition parties raised concerns in the TN Assembly for Tamils stranded in Nepal floods. AIADMK demanded the rescue of 57 tourists, while the government stated it is taking steps to rescue 103 Tamils and has set up a helpline and control room. Opposition Demands Action in Assembly Opposition parties, including Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), All … Read more

PM Modi bats for water, winter sports to boost India’s Olympic presence

PM Modi highlighted India’s low participation in Olympic sports, urging the use of its coastline and mountains for water and winter sports. He reiterated India’s bid to host the 2036 Olympics and announced a nationwide talent hunt for young athletes. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on India’s lack of participation across a variety of sports … Read more

AFRM Stock Rallies Toward 2-Month Highs After Q4 Beat: CEO Still Sees ‘Enormous Amount Of Greenfield’ In Merchant Growth

CEO Max Levchin said in a call with investors that Affirm still has significant growth opportunities in the merchant space and in consumer adoption, which could further drive up gross merchandise volume. Affirm ended the fiscal year 2026 with approximately 571,000 active merchants, up 51% year-over-year.  Affirm is currently available at about 80 of the … Read more

US, WHO extend support to flood-hit Nepal; Washington gives $500k

The US and WHO have extended support to Nepal after devastating floods, with Washington announcing $500,000 in aid and helping find missing citizens. The WHO has dispatched emergency medical supplies. The death toll has reached 389. US announces $500,000 aid, helps find missing citizens The United States and the World Health Organization (WHO) have extended … Read more

Man challenges HP Police’s ₹68.60 lakh notice for court-ordered security

A Palampur resident challenged a ₹68.60 lakh recovery notice from HP Police for security provided to him and his family, calling it illegal as the protection was court-ordered. The police seek to recover the costs based on a JSRC decision. A Palampur resident has challenged a ₹68.60 lakh recovery notice issued by the Himachal Pradesh … Read more

Javagal Srinath’s advice to youngsters: Take Test cricket seriously

Former Indian pacer Javagal Srinath advised young players to prioritise Test cricket for a longer career. Speaking at the MPCA awards, he called Tests the ‘mother of all cricket’, stating it provides depth that T20s and the IPL lack. Former Indian cricketer Javagal Srinath had an important word of advice for young players, encouraging them … Read more

Kailash pilgrim from TN survives horrific Nepal bus accident amid floods

An advocate from Tiruchirappalli recounts the harrowing experience of his sister-in-law who survived a bus accident in Nepal. Part of a group on a pilgrimage to Mount Kailash, she witnessed other buses fall into a gorge amid devastating flash floods. An advocate from Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, named Manoharan on Thursday voiced concern after his sister … Read more

Cauvery dispute: Karnataka must abide by SC orders, says DMK’s Elangovan

DMK’s TKS Elangovan warned Karnataka it must abide by the Cauvery Water Management Authority and Supreme Court’s orders on water release. He stated Karnataka cannot act unilaterally and that the Supreme Court could take action for non-compliance. Amid the ongoing dispute over the release of Cauvery water, DMK spokesperson TKS Elangovan on Thursday said Karnataka … Read more