HDB Financial Services, the non-banking financial arm of HDFC Bank, has launched its much-anticipated ₹12,500 crore initial public offering (IPO) today, June 25, 2025. Touted as the largest NBFC IPO of the year, the issue has generated significant buzz among retail and institutional investors alike. IPO Details at a Glance Anchor Investor Response Ahead of…
In a move aimed at reclaiming cultural identity and shedding colonial-era nomenclature, the Agra Zila Panchayat has passed a resolution to rename Fatehabad town as Sindoorpuram and the Badshahi Bagh area as Brahmapuram. The proposal, introduced by Zila Panchayat Chairperson Dr. Manju Bhadoria, was unanimously approved during a board meeting and will now be forwarded…
The Madras High Court has issued a split verdict in a high-profile case concerning religious practices and heritage rights at the Thiruparankundram Hill in Madurai, home to both the Subramaniya Swamy Temple and the Sikandar Badusha Dargah. The matter has now been referred to the Chief Justice for assignment to a third judge for final…
Actor Swara Bhasker has come out in support of stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, sharing a light-hearted Instagram post that takes a direct dig at a viral threat call he received earlier this year. The duo was seen smiling in coordinated white outfits, with Swara captioning the post: “Someone once asked… ‘Tamil Nadu kaisey pahunchega bhai?’”—a…
Diljit Dosanjh’s debut at the Met Gala 2025 wasn’t just a fashion statement—it was a heartfelt tribute to his Punjabi roots. In a candid interview with BBC Asian Network, the singer-actor revealed that his appearance was designed to represent Punjab on the global stage, complete with a turban, a cape embroidered with the Punjab map,…
Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has called on current coach Gautam Gambhir to take a tough stance against underperforming players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Karun Nair following India’s five-wicket defeat to England in the first Test at Headingley. Shastri’s Stern Message to Gambhir Speaking after the match, Shastri didn’t mince words: “Gautam should go…
England’s preparations for the second Test against India have hit a snag as pacer Jofra Archer faces possible disciplinary action from the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for breaching kit regulations during a County Championship match. Kit Violation Clouds Archer’s Test Comeback Archer, who is eyeing a red-ball return after four years, was seen…
Despite a historic performance by Rishabh Pant, India suffered a crushing five-wicket defeat against England in the first Test at Headingley, Leeds—setting an unwanted record in the process. Pant’s Twin Centuries Overshadowed by Team Collapse Pant became the first Indian to score centuries in both innings of a Test in England, with knocks of 134…
India has officially welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, calling it a vital step toward restoring peace in the Middle East. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement on June 24, emphasizing that “there is no alternative to dialogue and diplomacy” to resolve the region’s complex conflicts. India Commends US-Qatar Mediation…
In a dramatic policy reversal, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that China can now continue purchasing oil from Iran—just hours after brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. The move signals a significant departure from Washington’s long-standing “maximum pressure” campaign aimed at crippling Tehran’s oil-dependent economy. A Strategic Pivot After Ceasefire Trump’s declaration came…
