In his victory speech after the 2024 US presidential election, Donald Trump showered praise on SpaceX CEO and X (formerly Twitter) boss Elon Musk, calling him an "amazing guy" and a "super genius." Trump highlighted how Musk's Starlink satellite internet service had been a lifesaver in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, illustrating its potential to provide reliable internet connectivity to the remotest areas of the globe. This endorsement has sparked a renew
In his victory speech after the 2024 US presidential election, Donald Trump showered praise on SpaceX CEO and X (formerly Twitter) boss Elon Musk, calling him an "amazing guy" and a "super genius." Trump highlighted how Musk's Starlink satellite internet service had been a lifesaver in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, illustrating its potential to provide reliable internet connectivity to the remotest areas of the globe. This endorsement has sparked a renew
The third Test between India and New Zealand concluded with a dramatic twist, as the Kiwis secured a historic first-ever series sweep in the Indian subcontinent, defeating India 3-0. The match appeared to be in India's favor while Rishabh Pant was batting, but his controversial dismissal triggered a collapse of the Indian batting order. With this victory, New Zealand became the first team in history to whitewash India in a three-match Test series on Indian soil. This milestone a
The third Test between India and New Zealand concluded with a dramatic twist, as the Kiwis secured a historic first-ever series sweep in the Indian subcontinent, defeating India 3-0. The match appeared to be in India's favor while Rishabh Pant was batting, but his controversial dismissal triggered a collapse of the Indian batting order. With this victory, New Zealand became the first team in history to whitewash India in a three-match Test series on Indian soil. This milestone a
Indian Americans have become the largest "Asian-alone" group in the United States, recently surpassing Chinese Americans, according to new Census Bureau data. While Chinese Americans remain the largest Asian group when including multiracial individuals, the number of people identifying as solely Indian on the 2020 census has grown to nearly 4.4 million—a 55% increase over the last decade. This shift reflects a long-standing trend since the 1990s when the U.S. tech bo
Indian Americans have become the largest "Asian-alone" group in the United States, recently surpassing Chinese Americans, according to new Census Bureau data. While Chinese Americans remain the largest Asian group when including multiracial individuals, the number of people identifying as solely Indian on the 2020 census has grown to nearly 4.4 million—a 55% increase over the last decade. This shift reflects a long-standing trend since the 1990s when the U.S. tech bo
India's benchmark equity indices, the Nifty 50 and the Sensex, snapped their six-session losing streak on Tuesday, posting gains despite a downturn in most global markets. This rally was primarily driven by heavyweight stocks, including HDFC Bank Ltd., Infosys Ltd., and Reliance Industries Ltd., as investors await the outcome of the upcoming monetary policy committee meeting set for Wednesday. The Nifty 50 index closed up by 0.88%, or 217.40 points, ending the day at 25,013.15,
India's benchmark equity indices, the Nifty 50 and the Sensex, snapped their six-session losing streak on Tuesday, posting gains despite a downturn in most global markets. This rally was primarily driven by heavyweight stocks, including HDFC Bank Ltd., Infosys Ltd., and Reliance Industries Ltd., as investors await the outcome of the upcoming monetary policy committee meeting set for Wednesday. The Nifty 50 index closed up by 0.88%, or 217.40 points, ending the day at 25,013.15,
The recent controversy surrounding the Tirumala laddu prasadam has ignited discussions across India, especially following the revelation by former CM Chandrababu Naidu that the popular offering contained animal fat. This serious allegation has drawn attention not only from devotees but also from political leaders at the highest levels. Congress chief Rahul Gandhi was quick to respond, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the sanctity of religious offerings. In a tweet, he state
The recent controversy surrounding the Tirumala laddu prasadam has ignited discussions across India, especially following the revelation by former CM Chandrababu Naidu that the popular offering contained animal fat. This serious allegation has drawn attention not only from devotees but also from political leaders at the highest levels. Congress chief Rahul Gandhi was quick to respond, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the sanctity of religious offerings. In a tweet, he state
HDFC Bank Ltd, India's largest private sector lender, is set to sell ₹9,062.38 crore worth of car loans, amounting to 1,08,711 loans, as part of its strategy to address its increasing credit-deposit ratio. The bank will execute this sale using a financial instrument known as 'pass-through certificates' (PTCs), which provide fixed income to holders from a pool of assets like loans. According to insiders, this transaction may represent the largest PTC sale in India to date.
HDFC Bank Ltd, India's largest private sector lender, is set to sell ₹9,062.38 crore worth of car loans, amounting to 1,08,711 loans, as part of its strategy to address its increasing credit-deposit ratio. The bank will execute this sale using a financial instrument known as 'pass-through certificates' (PTCs), which provide fixed income to holders from a pool of assets like loans. According to insiders, this transaction may represent the largest PTC sale in India to date.
In the ongoing 1st Test between India and Bangladesh, Hasan Mahmud has put on an impressive display, claiming his fourth wicket by dismissing Rishabh Pant for 39 runs. His fiery bowling has created significant trouble for the Indian batting lineup. Following Pant's exit, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has joined Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease, who is currently standing strong and has reached his half-century. With India at four wickets down, both Rahul and Jaiswal are focused on b
In the ongoing 1st Test between India and Bangladesh, Hasan Mahmud has put on an impressive display, claiming his fourth wicket by dismissing Rishabh Pant for 39 runs. His fiery bowling has created significant trouble for the Indian batting lineup. Following Pant's exit, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has joined Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease, who is currently standing strong and has reached his half-century. With India at four wickets down, both Rahul and Jaiswal are focused on b
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has voiced strong opinions about Rishabh Pant’s cricket career and the state of international cricket. Ganguly lauded Pant’s return to the Test side following a serious car accident in December 2022. Pant is expected to make a significant impact in the upcoming Test against Bangladesh starting on September 19. Ganguly considers Pant one of India's finest Test batsmen and believes he could become an all-time great if he continues his impressi
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has voiced strong opinions about Rishabh Pant’s cricket career and the state of international cricket. Ganguly lauded Pant’s return to the Test side following a serious car accident in December 2022. Pant is expected to make a significant impact in the upcoming Test against Bangladesh starting on September 19. Ganguly considers Pant one of India's finest Test batsmen and believes he could become an all-time great if he continues his impressi
Former Chief Minister and YCP leader Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is currently grappling with the aftermath of his party's significant defeat in the 2024 Assembly elections. The loss has highlighted the urgent need for a professional political strategist to help revive the party's fortunes. The once-strong YCP, which secured 151 seats in 2019, saw a dramatic fall to just 11 seats in the recent polls, underscoring the impact of the absence of strategic guidance. In 2019, political
Former Chief Minister and YCP leader Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is currently grappling with the aftermath of his party's significant defeat in the 2024 Assembly elections. The loss has highlighted the urgent need for a professional political strategist to help revive the party's fortunes. The once-strong YCP, which secured 151 seats in 2019, saw a dramatic fall to just 11 seats in the recent polls, underscoring the impact of the absence of strategic guidance. In 2019, political
Hockey India has honored PR Sreejesh, the revered goalkeeper who played a pivotal role in India's back-to-back Olympic bronze victories, by retiring his jersey number 16 at the senior level. This gesture is a testament to his extraordinary contributions and remarkable career spanning nearly two decades. The decision to retire the number 16 jersey, while allowing it to remain in circulation at the junior level, underscores Sreejesh's lasting legacy in Indian hockey. During a
Hockey India has honored PR Sreejesh, the revered goalkeeper who played a pivotal role in India's back-to-back Olympic bronze victories, by retiring his jersey number 16 at the senior level. This gesture is a testament to his extraordinary contributions and remarkable career spanning nearly two decades. The decision to retire the number 16 jersey, while allowing it to remain in circulation at the junior level, underscores Sreejesh's lasting legacy in Indian hockey. During a