Prices of consumer electronics such as air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, televisions and smartphones are set to rise again by the end of April, marking the third round of increases in four months amid sustained cost pressures on key inputs.Industry executives, cited by ET, said elevated prices of crude-linked derivatives like plastics, along with a…
A majestic ancient oak stands firm against a turbulent, lightning-streaked sky, its gnarled roots anchoring it in muddy earth. Nigerian proverb of the day: ‘Only the thing for which you have struggled will last’ A majestic ancient oak stands firm against a turbulent, lightning-streaked sky, its gnarled roots anchoring it in muddy earth. Nigerian proverb…
Paraguay’s Damian Bobadilla (16) scores an own goal during the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Paraguay in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Friday, June 12, 2026. (AP Photo) The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already produced eight own goals just 10 days into the tournament, the second-highest total in…
Virat Kohli added another IPL record to his name on Sunday after completing 500 runs in IPL 2026 during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’ match against Punjab Kings at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium.With the milestone, Kohli registered his ninth season with 500 or more runs in the IPL, the most by any batter in the…
Pune Rural Police say the alleged conspiracy behind real estate businessman Ketan Agarwal’s death unfolded over months of secret communication, multiple meetings and repeated attempts to lure him to Lohagad Fort, a UNESCO world heritage site. PUNE: Pune Rural Police say the alleged conspiracy behind real estate businessman Ketan Agarwal’s death unfolded over months of…
Shashi Tharoor (File photo) NEW DELHI: After Congress MP Rahul Gandhi completed two years as leader of the opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, senior party MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday wished him “strength and courage” in his “fight for the future of India.”“All the best to Shri @RahulGandhi ji as he completes two years…
Thousands of Hyderabad homebuyers face significant delays, with nearly 63,000 units now pushed back by at least a year HYDERABAD: Thousands of homebuyers in Hyderabad have been left in limbo as the delivery of their long-awaited homes is set to be delayed by at least another year due to supply chain and logistics disruptions triggered…
Amazon is stepping up its India bet with fresh investments across ecommerce, quick commerce, artificial intelligence and exports, with the company describing the current period as its most aggressive phase of expansion in the country so far.The renewed push comes after Amazon announced plans to invest $35 billion in India by 2030, adding to the…
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…
Israeli ambassador Danny Danon loses cool at UN official A United Nations hearing on the plight of children affected by the Gaza conflict erupted into a heated confrontation on Friday, with Israel’s ambassador accusing the UN leadership of unfairly targeting the country.The tense exchange unfolded at UN headquarters in New York during an event marking…