Facing lawyers’ ire, government withdraws draft advocates bill
NEW DELHI: The law ministry on Saturday withdrew the draft Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025 from public consultation after various lawyers’ bodies threatened protests against the bill that proposes to take disciplinary action against any lawyer for disrupting court functioning, even cancelling their license to practice....
Bank of Maharashtra slashes rate by 25bps
NEW DELHI: Bank of Maharashtra has cut interest rate by 25 basis points on retail loans , including home and car loans , in line with reduction in repo rate by RBI. The benchmark rate for home loan has been reduced to 8.10%, one of...
New Shop plans to double store count
NEW DELHI: Tech-enabled convenience retailer New Shop is on track to double store count to 600 by year-end, a tally that would include rebranded 24Seven stores being acquired from Godfrey Phillips India , and is also eyeing overseas expansion. Co-founder Aastha Almast said 35 24Seven...
US reciprocal tariffs may hit exports of India-made iPhones, auto parts
NEW DELHI: Apple could be one of the biggest losers in case the Trump administration decides to slap reciprocal tariffs on import of electronics and smartphones from India as the move may put a spanner in its growing manufacturing investments here.The situation is equally grave...
Shashi Tharoor’s growing rift with Congress brass sparks speculation
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor (Pic credit: PTI) THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Four-time Congress MP Shashi Tharoor appears to be growing increasingly disillusioned with the party, following what he perceives as a continued sidelining by the high command. His recent public criticism of a leadership vacuum in Kerala Congress...
Israel Delays Release Of Palestinian Prisoners, Citing ‘Humiliating’ Handovers Of Hostages
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel says the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners is delayed “until the release of the next hostages has been assured, and without the humiliating ceremonies” at handovers of Israeli captives in Gaza. The statement by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s...
IND v PAK Pitch Report From Dubai International Stadium For Champions Trophy 2025: Spin-Friendly Track On The Cards
The stage is set for another epic clash as India and Pakistan prepare to battle it out in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. With Pakistan already in a must-win situation after their opening loss to New Zealand,...
Is Virat Kohli Injured? Will He Play Against Pakistan In Champions Trophy 2025 Clash? Speculation Rises After Ice Pack Photo Goes Viral
IND vs PAK CT 2025: The anticipation surrounding the high-voltage India vs Pakistan encounter in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has taken an unexpected turn with speculation about Virat Kohli’s fitness. The former Indian captain, who remains Pakistan’s biggest threat, was spotted with an ice...
IND vs PAK, Champions Trophy 2025: Meet Abrar Ahmed, Pakistan Leg-Spinner Who Can Take Virat Kohli’s Wicket
The cricketing world braces for yet another epic showdown as India and Pakistan lock horns in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai. The stakes couldn’t be higher. For Pakistan, it’s a must-win encounter after their 60-run defeat against New Zealand. For India, it’s an...
Babar Azam DROPPED From Pakistan’s Playing XI? Viral Video Of PCB Chief Naqvi’s ‘Win at Any Cost’ Order Sparks Debate
The India-Pakistan clash in the Champions Trophy 2025 has already turned into a spectacle even before the first ball is bowled. With emotions running high, controversies brewing, and Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam’s place in the XI under question, the buildup to this high-octane encounter...
EXPLAINED: Why India’s National Anthem Played At Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore During AUS vs ENG Champions Trophy 2025 Game?
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) found itself in an embarrassing situation during the Australia vs England Champions Trophy 2025 clash at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, as India’s national anthem played for a brief moment before the match. The incident, which stunned players and fans alike,...
Thaman’s Controversial Views on Marriage Stir Debate
Music composer Thaman has found himself in controversy due to his comments on marriage. Recently, he gave an interview on a podcast where his views on marriage sparked debates. In the interview, Thaman stated, “At present, I believe no one should get married. Women now...