Facing record prices, most middle-class households are expected to stick to the custom of shagun (auspicious) buying. (AI image) Gold buying on Dhanteras 2025: It’s Dhanteras today and many people opt to buy gold for auspicious reasons. What should your gold buying strategy be and what are the top factors to keep in mind? Jateen…
The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Madhya Pradesh has once again revised the schedule for the mop-up round of the National Eligibility Entrance Test – Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2025 counselling. As per the updated notification, the last date to register for the mop-up round has been extended to October 22, 2025.Eligible candidates seeking admission to…
LONDON: UK climate advisers warned the government for the first time on Wednesday to prepare for 2C of global warming by 2050, stressing current efforts to adapt to extreme weather are falling far short.Britain is among many countries experiencing record-breaking temperatures this year, with four heatwaves coming alongside below-average rainfall in some areas and prolonged…
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (Left) and Chirag Shetty India’s top men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have secured their spot in the semifinals of the Denmark Open Super 750 badminton tournament.The World Championships bronze medalists defeated Indonesian pair Muhammad Rian Ardianto and Rahmat Hidayat in three games, 21-15, 18-21, 21-16, in a challenging 65-minute quarterfinal…
Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Rohit Sharma has confirmed his intention to participate in the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup, addressing speculation about his future in 50-over cricket.The former Indian captain made this revelation during an interaction with a Make-A-Wish child in a video that has since gone viral. He expressed his determination…
Gold prices have rallied throughout 2025, rising almost 39% over the past year, weakening the prospects for festive selling. On Friday, just a day before Dhanteras, gold prices soared Rs 3,000 to record a new high at Rs 1,34,800 per 10 grams.Meanwhile, silver, after reaching a peak of Rs 1.76 lakh per kg on Wednesday,…
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate answer key 2025 for the Computer Based Test (CBT) 2. Candidates who appeared for the graduate-level exam can now download the provisional answer key from the official websites of their respective regional RRBs.The objection window for the answer key opened on…
Jyothi Surekha Vennam (@Media_SAI X Photo) Indian archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam made history by becoming the first Indian woman compound archer to win a medal at the World Cup Final in Nanjing, China, securing bronze with a perfect performance against world No 2 Ella Gibson of Great Britain on Saturday.The 29-year-old Asian Games champion shot…
South Africa secured a commanding 10-wicket victory against Sri Lanka. The match was reduced to 20 overs due to rain. Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits remained unbeaten with half-centuries. They chased down the target of 121 runs with ease. Sri Lanka remains winless in the tournament. South Africa has now won four consecutive matches. South…
Diwali 2025 bank holidays: As the festive week of Diwali approaches, several states will see a string of bank holidays. However, banks will not remain closed nationwide for three consecutive days, with most closures being state-specific based on regional festivals. Are banks closed for Dhanteras 2025? This Saturday, October 18, banks across India will remain…
NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s fan base is growing at an astonishing pace. Wherever the teenage sensation plays, crowds gather in anticipation of his batting fireworks — and the youngster rarely disappoints. He also makes sure to acknowledge the love he receives. A perfect example came during Bihar’s recent Ranji Trophy clash against Arunachal Pradesh at…
Ajit Agarkar addressed Mohammed Shami’s comments regarding his fitness and availability for Bengal in Ranji Trophy matches. (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar has responded to Mohammed Shami’s recent criticism over being left out of India’s white-ball tour of Australia. Agarkar addressed Shami’s comments regarding his fitness and availability for Bengal…
File pic – Afghanistan cricket team (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Afghanistan have withdrawn from a tri-nation series with Pakistan and Sri Lanka next month following the killing of three local cricketers in an attack, the country’s cricket board confirmed on Friday. According to the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), the players had travelled from Urgun to…
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has revealed the names of three cricketers who were killed in a tragic attack in eastern Paktika province, near the Pakistan border. (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has revealed the names of three cricketers who were killed in a tragic attack in eastern Paktika province, near…
India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav recently led India to the Asia Cup 2025 title, defeating Pakistan in a thrilling final in Dubai. (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav recently led India to the Asia Cup 2025 title, defeating Pakistan in a thrilling final in Dubai. Surya had already won the T20 World…
File photo of Kiran Navgire, who plays for UP Warriorz in the Women’s Premier League. (PTI) Maharashtra’s Kiran Navgire has set a new record in women’s T20 cricket by scoring the fastest century off just 34 balls during the Women’s T20 Trophy match against Punjab in Nagpur on Friday. She remained unbeaten on 106 from…
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be making their return to India colours for the first time since the Champions Trophy. (Image: Instagram) Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are on the verge of achieving multiple milestones as they prepare to face Australia in the upcoming ODI series. Kohli needs just 54 runs…
India and Australia are gearing up for an exciting three-match ODI series starting this Sunday, October 19, in Perth. The series marks Shubman Gill’s debut as India’s ODI captain, bringing together two cricket powerhouses who currently hold the major ICC ODI titles – Australia as World Cup champions and India as Champions Trophy holders.These teams…
Screengrab from viral video (Image/X) NEW DELHI: A video showing the challenges of walking on Indian footpaths, especially for parents and pedestrians, has gone viral on social media. The 32-second clip, posted on Thursday by Canadian content creator and podcaster Caleb Friesen, shows him navigating a baby stroller along a footpath and highlighted the reality…
NEW DELHI: The ministry of home affairs on Friday ordered a judicial probe into the September 24 violence in Ladakh that led to the death of 4 people. The judicial inquiry would be conducted by retired SC judge B S Chauhan.The move comes a day ahead of protest march and blackout, which is set to…
