Nikhil Chaudhary (Image credit: Cricket Australia) NEW DELHI: Nikhil Chaudhary scripted history on Wednesday when he became the first India-born male cricketer in six decades to make his debut for Australia.The 30-year-old was named in Australia’s Playing XI for the first T20I against Bangladesh at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Chattogram,…
MUMBAI: A structural shift is reshaping India’s microfinance sector, with regulated lenders displacing informal sources as borrowing from moneylenders fell to 1% in 2024–25 from 46% in 2011, according to a survey by Microfinance Industry Network and National Council of Applied Economic Research.The survey, which covered 10,342 borrowers across 10 states, shows a maturing market…
Bobby Deol recently opened up about the struggles, insecurities, and comeback phase of his career while speaking to Shekhar Suman on his chat show. From discussing intimate scenes in Aashram to becoming “Lord Bobby” on social media, the actor candidly reflected on the emotional lows that shaped him.During the conversation, Shekhar Suman pointed out how…
Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan and south actress Sreeleela are teaming up for an upcoming movie which is directed by Anurag Basu.Anurag Basu’s honest update brings clarity to the production status of the much-awaited Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela film. With only 45 days of shoot done the project needs considerable time before it reaches theatres. Filmmaker…
Experts warn against panic selling, emphasizing the need to maintain investment discipline. (AI image) The US-Iran war has not just hit portfolios of Indian investors, it has also led to record outflows, and fewer inflows in equities. One big sign of the impact of the ongoing uncertainty has been a jarring figure from May 2026…
Udupi: In a crackdown on illegal cricket betting, special executive magistrate and SP, Udupi district, Thursday issued an externment order against an accused.The accused has been identified as Bharath Jayaram Das,34, of Varamballi village in Brahmavar taluk of Udupi district.Three cases related to cricket betting have been registered against him at Kota and Kundapur police…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (AP Photo) CHENNAI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has generated massive interest ahead of the India A’s tri-series opener against Sri Lanka A in Dambulla and the opposition vice-captain Niroshan Dickwella admitted that he is expecting the prodigy to come out firing on all cylinders.“I’m glad to be a wicketkeeper, because I won’t be getting many…
Udupi: Karkala police swiftly solved a house burglary case within 24 hours of its registration, arresting two accused and recovering stolen gold. The accused are Anand Kulal, 40, from Palejeddu, Byarampalli village, Udupi taluk, and Jayaram Acharya, 54, resident of Ajekar Marne village in Karkala taluk.According to the complaint filed by Shankar Kulal, from Pattonji…
Brazil’s coach Carlo Ancelotti (AP Photo) One can call it irony or a simple twist of fate. A 35-year old, who had just relinquished his footballing kit for a coach’s tracksuit, was conducting drills with the Italian team at Rose Bowl, Pasadena.It was the summer of 1994. Under the venerable Arrigo Sacchi, one of AC…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has already shown enough promise to succeed at the highest level, according to veteran umpire and referee Virender Sharma, who believes the teenager’s performances in the IPL are a strong indicator of what lies ahead.Sharma, who has officiated in international and domestic cricket across…
