Bhaichung Bhutia (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The announcement of a glamour friendly between India and Brazil should have been a moment of celebration for Indian football. Instead, it has exposed the widening gap between spectacle and substance, prompting former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia to question both the timing and the purpose of the high-profile fixture.“The…
US oil giants are “making too much money”, and Donald Trump is not happy about it.US President Donald Trump on Monday took aim at Exxon Mobil and Chevron, accusing the oil producers of profiting from supply shortages while motorists continue to pay elevated fuel prices. He further urged them to cut retail fuel prices instead…
As anticipation builds for ‘Ramayana‘ with Part One slated for a Diwali 2026 release, leading man, Ranbir Kapoor who plays Lord Ram, has shared fresh details about the ambitious mythological saga.Speaking to The Direct during the ‘Ramayana’ team’s appearance at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) 2026, Ranbir, co-star Yash, director Nitesh Tiwari and producer/DNEG CEO Namit…
As Pakistan-occupied Kashmir goes through its so-called assembly polls, reports of brutality, violence and unrest continue to surface, with global human rights and press freedom watchdogs raising alarm over an escalating crackdown on protesters and the media.International organisations, including Amnesty International and the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), have flagged allegations of state-backed violence, restrictions…
How Smit Panchal overcame setbacks and secured UPSC AIR 30 through determination On the day the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 results were announced, thousands of aspirants across the country were anxiously refreshing their screens. Coaching centres in Delhi buzzed with anticipation, and families gathered around laptops waiting for life-changing news.But for Smit Panchal, the…
Which are the top stock picks for August 4, 2026? Stock market recommendations: Honasa Consumer, Gland Pharma, Bata India, and Siemens – these are the top stocks to buy picked by Somil Mehta, Head of Retail Research, Mirae Asset ShareKhan for August 4, 2026:Buy Honasa Consumer at CMP; Stop Loss: 437 on a closing basis;…
Phil Collins from Genesis opens up about his health and how alcoholism almost killed him. He revealed that his kidneys and pancreas had been damaged because of excessive drinking and that he was in the hospital for 7 months. (Instagram) Trigger warning: This article contains mentions of alcoholism, reader’s discretion is advised.Genesis front man Phil…
Stock market today: How Nifty50 and Snesex performed in previous trading? Indian benchmark equity indices ended higher as investors cheered a sharp decline in crude oil prices and signs of easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. BSE Sensex climbed 544.39 points, or 0.70%, to close at 78,639.03, while NSE Nifty advanced 390.70 points, or 1.60%,…
The quote of the day by Kirk Douglas reads, “In order to achieve anything, you must be brave enough to fail.”(Image credits: Instagram) Kirk Douglas, Hollywood’s legendary actor, was a pivotal figure in the film industry who influenced generations. The late actor, renowned for ‘Spartacus,’ ‘Lust for Life,’ and ‘Scalawag,’ experimented with different genres to…
UPSSSC releases complete Exam Calendar 2026 with PET, mains and interview dates till December UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the Exam Calendar 2026, outlining the proposed schedule for recruitment examinations, interviews, physical tests and skill tests to be conducted throughout the year. The calendar covers examinations…
