Pakistan cricket is already grappling with an embarrassing ball-tampering controversy involving Fakhar Zaman, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf during a Pakistan Super League (PSL) match. Now, another issue has added to their troubles. Lahore Qalandars captain Shaheen Afridi and overseas player Sikandar Raza have been accused of breaching team security protocols at their hotel.What…
The government has approved a limited-period Rs 20,000-crore credit guarantee scheme aimed at easing fund flow constraints faced by microfinance institutions (MFIs), according to a PTI report.The Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0) will cover loans disbursed by member lending institutions (MLIs), including banks and other lenders, to non-banking finance company-MFIs and MFIs till…
Xi Jinping and Donald Trump (File photo) US President Donald Trump’s request to postpone his planned summit in Beijing with Chinese leader Xi Jinping has cast a shadow over bilateral engagement that had remained stable since their last meeting in October, though analysts believe the delay is unlikely to trigger a major rupture in ties,…
Central Chandigarh, comprising sectors 5, 9, 17, and 35, is among the most prominent and renowned real estate zones in the region. Sectors 5 and 9 especially are expensive and are dominated by low-density residential properties, government residences, and premium villas. Property in these sectors is extremely limited. Sector 17, on the other hand, is…
Thich Nhat Hanh remains one of the most influential spiritual teachers of modern times, known for bringing mindfulness into everyday life. A Zen Buddhist monk and peace activist from Vietnam, he spent most of his life spreading compassion and peace of mind. His ideas and thoughts are not confined to spiritual circles; he has influenced…
Aries, brace yourself for a day full of productive energy! Your financial savvy will shine through, enhanced by your bold communication skills. Look forward to enriching conversations both at home and work. Recognition is on the horizon, particularly in areas related to your career and finances—where patience trumps haste. Focus on openness and intention in…
A legal challenge to cost-cutting measures affecting a federal agency that funds libraries and museums across the United States has been settled, partially reversing earlier steps taken by the Trump administration.The plaintiffs, the American Library Association and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, said on Thursday that they had reached an agreement…
Gold’s long-term outlook remains bullish as global de-dollarisation, rising fiscal stress and escalating geopolitical tensions reshape the global financial order, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd (MOFSL).In its latest Precious Metals Quarterly Report, the brokerage said gold prices crossed the $5,000 per ounce mark in early 2026, marking one of the…
HPBOSE admit card 2026: The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE), Dharamshala has released the admit cards for the CBSE Sub-Cadre Screening Test 2026. Candidates who have applied for the test can now download their admit cards from the official website which is hpbose.org.According to the official notice, the screening test will be held…
BENGALURU: OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has hired former JioStar CEO Kiran Mani as managing director for Asia-Pacific, as the AI firm steps up its regional expansion amid strong user growth in markets including India. Mani is set to join in June. He will report to Jason Kwon and lead regional strategy and operations across…