Manchester United staged one of the most dramatic comebacks in football history to defeat Lyon 5-4 in the Europa League quarterfinals at Old Trafford. The victory, which saw United overturn a 4-2 deficit in extra time, has reignited hopes for a salvaged season amid domestic struggles. Trailing 4-2 with just minutes remaining, United’s resurgence began…
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has sent a personal letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, seeking Moscow’s support ahead of the second round of nuclear negotiations with the United States. The letter was delivered by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi during his visit to Moscow, where he held discussions with Russian officials, including Foreign…
England cricketer Sam Billings, currently representing Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), made headlines with his candid remarks comparing the PSL to the Indian Premier League (IPL). During a press conference following a PSL match against Karachi Kings, a Pakistani journalist asked Billings to weigh in on the two leagues. Billings responded with…
In a divisive speech delivered at the Overseas Pakistanis Convention in Islamabad, Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir invoked the Two-Nation Theory while issuing a stern warning to Baloch insurgents. His rhetoric has drawn comparisons to the language used by General Yahya Khan during the 1971 East Pakistan crisis, which ultimately led to the creation…
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has launched a sharp critique of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing them of hypocrisy in their stance towards Muslims. Speaking at a gathering with Muslim clerics, Banerjee alleged that while the BJP projects an anti-Muslim narrative domestically, it accepts hospitality from Muslim-majority nations…
In a significant diplomatic move, Bangladesh has demanded USD 4.32 billion in compensation from Pakistan, along with a formal public apology for the atrocities committed during the 1971 Liberation War. The demand was raised during the Foreign Secretary-level Foreign Office Consultation (FOC) held in Dhaka, marking the first such talks between the two nations in…
In a significant development, Paytm founder and CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma has voluntarily surrendered 21 million employee stock options (ESOPs) valued at over ₹1,800 crore. The decision comes in the wake of regulatory scrutiny by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) over alleged violations in the issuance of share-based employee benefits. The ESOPs,…
HDFC Bank, India’s largest private sector lender, is set to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter of FY25 on April 19, 2025. Analysts predict a steady performance, with modest growth in net profit and net interest income (NII), as the bank continues to navigate post-merger challenges and focus on operational efficiency. Key Expectations…
Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy’s family has garnered significant attention following the announcement of the company’s final dividend for the financial year 2024-25. The IT giant declared a ₹22 per share dividend, benefiting shareholders and members of the promoter group. Among the beneficiaries is Murthy’s 17-month-old grandson, Ekagrah Rohan Murty, who will receive ₹3.3 crore from…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has announced a bold initiative to eliminate Naxalism from India by March 31, 2026. Addressing the Central Reserve Police Force’s (CRPF) 86th Raising Day function in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh, Shah emphasized the pivotal role of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and the CRPF in achieving this goal. Shah highlighted…
