The Australian Open will bring back its innovative “1 Point Slam” in 2027, with some of the biggest names in tennis set to take part in the unique sudden-death competition. Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka have committed to the event, which will once again bring professional players together with amateur competitors … Read more
Following Lionel Messi’s emotional international retirement after Argentina’s recent fixtures, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) expressed its desire to permanently retire the famous No. 10 shirt in recognition of his unparalleled legacy. However, strict governing regulations enforced by world football’s governing body prevent national teams from removing squad numbers during official competitions. Tournament guidelines for … Read more
Goldman Sachs reiterates ‘Buy’ rating on Paytm, raising its target price to Rs 2,070. It expects EBITDA to more than double in FY27 and again in FY28, citing market share gains, a shift to high-margin products, and sustained cost control. Goldman Sachs expects Paytm’s EBITDA to more than double in FY27 from FY26 and double … Read more
Punjab Kings to bid farewell to co-coach Brad Haddin and assistant coach James Hopes Ahead of the 2027 IPL season, Punjab Kings are expected to undergo significant changes in their coaching staff. Their departures follow their spin-bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule, who retired at the conclusion of the 2026 season, leaving head coach Ricky Ponting looking … Read more
The initiative aligns with Soon-Shiong’s ‘Immunotherapy 2.0’ vision, combining immune treatments, diagnostics and monitoring to help prevent cancer recurrence. Founder Patrick Soon-Shiong touted a cancer-care initiative involving NantIQ, his separate tech business, and Aetna, part of CVS Health. NantIQ’s Eviti platform checks cancer-treatment plans against clinical evidence and insurance policies before care begins. Aetna expanded … Read more
The stage is set for the upcoming three-game Test series between South Africa and Australia. The two sides will meet in the first test of the series at Kingsmead in Durban from October 9th. Being the defending WTC (World Test Championship) winners, South Africa will look to put in a good show against the Aussies, … Read more
Heavy rain poured over Masjid al-Haram in Makkah aka Mecca as pilgrims continued Tawaf around the Kaaba, creating deeply moving scenes at Islam’s holiest site. The Makkah region is also under weather alerts for rain, strong winds, thunderstorms and possible hail. Heavy showers and storms were reported across parts of Makkah, including the Ash Shara’i … Read more
India will look to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20I series when they face West Indies in the second T20I at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi on Friday, October 9. The hosts made a commanding start to the series, beating the visitors by eight wickets in Lucknow. Shreyas Iyer’s sensational maiden … Read more
The morning after the three-match jamboree against Brazil, Uruguay and Panama ended on Tuesday, reality must have hit the AIFF hard. It’s not about the Blue Tigers’ performance – Khalid Jamil’s boys have done their best within their limitations – but the financial fallout makes the whole exercise look like a misadventure of sorts. Just … Read more
Union Minister Piyush Goyal stated India’s ambitious goal of achieving USD 1 trillion in exports this fiscal year, a significant 16% increase, despite a global trade slowdown. He expressed confidence in hitting the target based on first-half numbers. India is targeting USD 1 trillion in exports in the current financial year, up from USD 863 … Read more