India’s Lakshya Sen (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: When Lakshya Sen took on Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen in the 2022 All England Open final, he could only take 10 and 15 points from the Dane, respectively. In 2024, after securing a long-lasting UK visa, the Indian shuttler joked he would win the title there 3-4 times and…
Mini India today finally launched the India-made Mini Countryman C in the Indian market. The new Mini Countryman C will be locally produced at the BMW Group plant in Chennai and is priced at Rs 47.5 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings are already underway; interested customers can book the car exclusively through the Mini dealership, and the…
US issues worldwide travel alert for American citizens amid Iran escalation. The US State Department Sunday issued a worldwide alert for American citizens asking them to exercise caution. Warning of possible periodic airspace closures, travel disruptions, the alert asked Americans abroad to follow the security alerts issued by the local US embassy or consulate. “The…
British activist Tommy Robinson raised concerns over the persecution of Christians in Nigeria during the “Unite the Kingdom” march in central London on Saturday, alongside a Nigerian bishop who accused Western institutions of failing to speak out against attacks on Christian communities.Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, organised the rally around themes including British…
Israel has supplied the United Arab Emirates with an advanced laser-based air defence system, known as ‘Iron Beam’, as tensions escalate amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The system, designed to vapourise short-range rockets and drones, marks a major step in defence cooperation between the two countries and signals a deepening strategic partnership in West Asia.According…
Chennai Super Kings (AP Photo) Former India batter Ambati Rayudu believes Chennai Super Kings missed calm and experienced heads on the field during their heavy seven-wicket defeat against Lucknow Super Giants on Friday, especially when young pacer Anshul Kamboj came under relentless attack from Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran. CSK’s bowling attack had no answers…
US H-1B visa changes in 2026 reshape global tech hiring and career pathways The global race for highly skilled talent—especially in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies—is intensifying. Yet, in the United States, immigration policy shifts are creating new challenges for employers and international professionals alike. As visa rules evolve and costs rise, companies are reassessing…
Earlier, Andre Russell announced his retirement from the IPL ahead of the 2026 auction after being released by Kolkata Knight Riders, ending a 12-season playing career with the franchise. Addressing his absence in the finishing role, KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar backed Indian players to step up and fill the void left by the West…
Jack White clarified his recent remarks on Taylor Swift’s songwriting, stating he never called her music ‘boring.’ He explained his personal preference for not writing about himself, emphasizing respect for artists who choose different approaches. White’s comments followed backlash after he expressed finding extensive personal narratives in pop songs, like Swift’s, uninteresting for his own…
It all started with Labour’s crushing setback in local elections across England, Scotland and Wales last week. The results sent shockwaves through the party and sparked an open rebellion against Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with more than 80 Labour MPs either publicly or privately demanding that he resign or announce a timetable for his departure.The…
