Jibril Rajoub, president of the Palestinian Football Association (AP Photo) The president of the Palestinian Football Association, Jibril Rajoub, remains in Mexico City awaiting approval to enter the United States as visa-related issues continue to affect several delegates attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Rajoub was present for the tournament’s opening match between Mexico and South…
India’s king of fruits is sweet, fragrant and beloved across continents. Every summer, Alphonso, Kesar, Dasheri, Langra and Chausa mangoes trigger memories of family gatherings, school vacations and seasonal indulgence.Yet India’s position in global trade tells a very different story.For a country that dominates global production, it contributes only about 2-3 per cent of global…
Tata Motors is all set to expand its electric vehicle portfolio with the launch of the much-anticipated Sierra EV in India on June 30. The upcoming electric SUV is expected to take on rivals such as the Hyundai Creta Electric, Maruti Suzuki e Vitara and Mahindra BE 6 in the growing midsize electric SUV segment.The…
When R Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win the Norway Chess title, the world celebrated the young grandmaster’s brilliance. Certainly, his victory was a pride for India, but, behind the global stage he was standing at, there was his mother, Nagalakshmi, who spent years building the foundation for him. Praggnanandhaa and his sister, Vaishali,…
On Friday, several reports suggested that Salman Khan has approached the Delhi High Court to seek stay on the film, ‘Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy’ alleging that it violates his personality rights. As per the latest update, the court has issued a notice on the interim application filed by the actor seeking to restrain…
Images of the next-generation Hyundai i20 have surfaced online ahead of its global debut, giving a detailed look at the hatchback’s completely redesigned exterior and cabin.The leaked images reveal a dramatic departure from the design of the current i20. While the hatchback retains its overall silhouette, Hyundai has introduced several styling changes that give it…
Retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose to 3.93% in May 2026 from 3.48% in April, according to data released by the government on Friday.Food inflation also increased during the month, with the Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI)-based inflation rate rising to 4.78% from 4.20% in April, the government data showed.The CPI…
India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $711 million to $681.610 billion in the week ended June 5, dragged down by a sharp fall in foreign currency assets, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday, PTI reported.The decline follows an increase of $938 million in the previous reporting week, when…
Kane Williamson (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: New Zealand great Kane Williamson on Friday announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing the curtain down on one of the most distinguished careers in the country’s cricketing history.The 35-year-old’s decision marks the end of an era for New Zealand cricket, with Williamson stepping away from all international formats…
Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson (AP/PTI) Kane Williamson‘s retirement from international cricket has reignited discussion around one of Test cricket’s most exclusive milestones: 10,000 runs.The New Zealand great brought the curtain down on a remarkable 16-year international career with 9,515 Test runs to his name, leaving him just 485 runs short of joining the elite…