NEW DELHI: Power giant NTPC on Saturday reported a 15% increase in consolidated profit, which rose from Rs 23,953 crore in 2024-25 to Rs 27,546 crore in 2025-26. It said the group’s strong performance was bolstered by a 29% increase in the share of joint venture profits, which reached Rs 2,864 crore, along with Rs…
Dushara Vijayan, known for her content-driven movies, has chosen something completely different for her OTT debut movie called ‘Exam.’ Instead of choosing a glamorous or commercially safe role, the actress decided to play Jhansi, a character deeply connected to the struggles faced by many aspirants preparing for competitive examinations. Dushara recently opened up about what…
Asian shares rallied in early trade on Friday after investors reacted positively to easing geopolitical fears and a modest recovery in global risk sentiment following developments in Middle East peace efforts.MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.5%. Japan’s Nikkei 225 added 1.5%, while South Korea’s Kospi climbed 1.9%, leading regional advances. S&P…
Iran has reportedly allowed two LPG tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz to sail to India, while concerns rise on supply diruptions in the country amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East.Additionally, a crude oil tanker carrying Saudi Arabian cargo is set to reach India on Saturday after passing through the Strait around…
After months of speculation, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have confirmed the end of their marriage, reaching a divorce settlement. Three months post-filing, both stars will handle their own legal fees and have decided against spousal and child support. Their daughters, Faith and Sunday, will mostly stay with Kidman, who will co-parent alongside Urban, who…
Veteran filmmaker Bharathiraja, one of the most influential directors in the history of Tamil cinema, has passed away at the age of 84. The celebrated director reportedly breathed his last at his Chennai residence in the early hours of Wednesday following age-related health complications.The Indian Express reports suggest that his health had been declining in…
New Zealand vs UAE (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: New Zealand’s openers Tim Seifert and Finn Allen produced a stunning batting display to chase down UAE’s 174-run target with ease as they sealed a dominant 10-wicket victory in the T20 World Cup on Tuesday. The pair unleashed a relentless assault on the UAE bowling attack, putting…
Lionel Messi is set for a rare career low if his side doesn’t manage to turn around its fate, and soon. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Lionel Messi stands on the brink of a rare sight in his illustrious career, with a trophyless season on the cards. When Inter Miami face Nashville SC in…
Pop superstar Taylor Swift has lent her voice and music to Team USA’s women’s figure skating campaign ahead of their Olympic game. The singer, who dropped the music video of her hit track ‘Opalite’ last week, added the song as a soundtrack to the nearly two-minute clip, released as a primetime teaser.The video spotlights American…
The global economy is heading into a phase of weak growth and systemic disruption, the World Economic Forum (WEF) said in its latest Chief Economists’ Outlook released on Tuesday.India, projected by the IMF to grow 6.5 per cent in 2025, continues to be the fastest-growing major economy, but its manufacturing ambitions face hurdles from the…
