United Nations secretary-general Antonio Guterres has once again voiced his support for reform in the Security Council, calling it not just “important” but an “essential” step.“Reforming the Security Council is not just important – it is essential. Those who try to cling to privileges today risk paying the price tomorrow. We must all be bold…
The Union Budget should prioritise simpler and more predictable tax laws, alongside tax neutrality for cross-border and corporate reorganisations, to strengthen India’s appeal as a long-term destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), tax and economic experts said, reported PTI.They argued that rationalising the tax framework and lowering the cost of capital would complement ongoing reforms…
MELBOURNE: Novak Djokovic equaled two all-time tennis records by starting his 21st Australian Open, and he added another milestone Monday night with his 100th win at Melbourne Park. He liked the sound of it. “I mean, what can I say? I like the sound of it – centurion is pretty nice,” the 24-time major winner…
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna face wedding buzz for February 26 in Udaipur after their October 2025 engagement. Rashmika told Prema, “Four years of rumors—I’ll speak when it’s time.” They vacationed in Rome; intimate palace wedding ahead. Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have been creating a significant buzz about their impending wedding rumors, reportedly slated…
New Delhi: TVK chief and actor Vijay leaves from CBI headquarters after the second round of questioning in connection with the Karur stampede case (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay was grilled for nearly six hours on Monday as he appeared before the CBI for a second round of interrogation in…
Global growth is projected to stay resilient at 3.3% in 2026 and 3.2% in 2027, broadly matching the estimated 3.3% outturn in 2025, according to the latest World Economic Outlook Update released by International Monetary Fund. The forecast noted a slight upward revision for 2026 and no change for 2027 compared with October 2025 projections.Beneath…
Niki Poonacha (Photo by KSLTA) The Times of India in Melbourne: Niki Poonacha is a late bloomer in tennis. Although he picked up a racket at the age of five, his exposure to tournament play came much later. He played his first ITF event at 17, and at 30, he is set to make his…
Punjabi music icon Karan Aujla has just ramped up his 2026 India tour, adding five exciting new cities after an incredible surge in ticket sales and fan enthusiasm. The revamped P-POP CULTURE India Tour now covers 12 vibrant locations, with thrilling stadium shows set to redefine the landscape for Punjabi artists in India. Punjabi music…
Delhi HC rejected Kuldeep Sengar’s plea to suspend sentence in the Unnao custodial death case. Trump links Nobel Peace Prize snub to Greenland stance, tells Norway he no longer feels bound to “think purely of Peace.” Jaishankar urged Poland to maintain zero tolerance on terrorism and avoid aiding terror infrastructure in India’s neighbourhood. Eight Army…
MUMBAI: IDBI Bank reported a net profit of Rs 1,935.5 crore for the quarter ended Dec 31, 2025, up 1.4% from Rs 1,908.3 crore a year earlier, aided by provision write-backs and improved asset quality. However, a sharp drop in core net interest income results in shares of the bank falling nearly 6%.Net interest income…
