For most Indian households, gold represents safety — a store of value kept securely in lockers. But increasingly, more Indians are discovering how to make idle gold work through loans, monetisation schemes, leasing options, and even digital gold funds.According to a Morgan Stanley report, cited by ET, Indian households collectively hold 34,600 tonnes of gold,…
Mayank Agarwal (PTI Photo) SHIVAMOGGA: The Ranji Trophy format leaves little room for teams to recover from a bad start, which is exactly what Karnataka got off to in the season opener. They settled for a point against Saurashtra — conceding the first innings lead by a mere four runs — and now are left…
India and the EU have concluded discussions for a free trade agreement (FTA) that is being called the ‘mother of all deals’ by both sides. It’s a big breakthrough after 18 years of talks, and comes at a crucial juncture in the global economy which is reeling from unpredictable trade and tariff policies of US…
In a thought-provoking statement, AR Rahman attributed his reduced involvement in Hindi cinema to ‘communal’ factors, sparking an industry-wide conversation. Veteran actor Saurabh Shukla weighed in, emphasizing the importance of idea-driven discourse rather than focusing on individuals. The reactions to Rahman’s comments, shared during a BBC interview, have created a tapestry of opinions across the…
The Moon today continues its Waxing Gibbous journey, aligned with Shukla Paksha Dwadashi, a tithi that encourages sustained focus, nourishment of existing intentions, and quiet perseverance. This is a time to tend to what’s already growing with care and consistency. Rather than starting over, refine what you’ve begun.This lunar moment rewards devotion, rhythm, and effort…
Rajasthan Royals coach Rahul Dravid (PTI Photo) Former Indian cricket legend Rahul Dravid has named Australian fast bowler Glenn McGrath and Sri Lankan spinner Muttiah Muralitharan as the toughest bowlers he faced during his 16-year international career spanning from 1996 to 2012. Dravid, who played 164 Tests, 344 ODIs, and one T20I, made this revelation…
Zayn Malik’s playful jab at Harry Styles’ ticket prices during a Las Vegas show has fans buzzing about lingering O’e Direction tensions. The former bandmate’s comment landed right amid backlash over Styles’ pricey 2026 residency tickets. The ‘Vegas’ moment Zayn kicked off his sold-out Stairway to the Sky residency at Dolby Live in Park MGM…
Jasprit Bumrah (R) and Temba Bavuma (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has broken his silence on the controversial on-field comment involving India pacer Jasprit Bumrah and wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant during the first Test of the series at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, revealing that both Bumrah and Pant later apologised to him…
NEW DELHI: A special NIA court on Thursday acquitted former BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, lieutenant colonel Prasad Purohit, and five others in the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case.The court cited lack of evidence and procedural lapses in invoking the UAPA, the Arms Act, and other charges in the 17-year-old blast case, which had…
There is an untold story behind every Bollywood star, which hides behind the smile we see on screens. Love, betrayals, and entangled relationships are not just movie plots; many celebrities who have experienced them in real life can attest to that. One of the most talked about couples back in the 70s and 80s was…