Usman Khawaja blasts Perth Ashes Test pitch despite ICC rating it ‘very good’
Usman Khawaja slammed the Perth pitch as “substandard” despite an ICC “very good” rating, citing excessive wickets and unpredictable bounce. He expressed frustration with the playing surface, calling day one a “piece of s-“. Khawaja’s own form and team position are now under scrutiny following a low score and Travis Head’s success.
‘Rise in delinquencies’: Smartphone EMI defaults rise; lenders hit pause on remotely blocking devices
Smartphone EMI defaults are surging after the RBI banned lenders from remotely blocking devices. This move has revealed significant stress in loan portfolios, with delinquencies rising sharply. Lenders are scaling back new loans as a result. While the situation is deemed manageable, overall consumer durable loans are showing a cooling trend.
Wordle today #1623: Hints and answers for today’s Wordle (November 28, 2025)
Wordle #1623 challenges players with a five-letter word, offering hints to guide them. The puzzle is related to infant discomfort and features a double letter. The solution is COLIC, a term for intense abdominal pain often experienced by babies.
Baidu layoffs: China’s largest search engine may have cut jobs, multiple business units hit
China’s Baidu is reportedly conducting significant job cuts this week. The search engine giant is laying off staff across various departments. This move follows a disappointing financial quarter for the company. Sources suggest some teams could see up to 40% reduction. Financial pressure and fierce competition are driving these decisions. Baidu’s core advertising revenue has…
Big booster shot! India’s real GDP grows at a robust 8.2% in Q2 FY26; 6-quarter high number beats expectations – top highlights
India’s economy surged past expectations, posting an impressive 8.2% real GDP growth in the second quarter of FY 2025-26, the highest in six quarters. This robust performance solidifies India’s position as the world’s fastest-growing major economy, driven by strong secondary and tertiary sector contributions. Private consumption also showed a healthy uptick.
Simone Biles and Chicago Bears’ star Jonathan Owens celebrate Thanksgiving at 30,000 feet on private jet
Gymnastics superstar Simone Biles celebrated Thanksgiving aboard a private jet, traveling to Philadelphia to support her husband, NFL player Jonathan Owens, and his Chicago Bears. Biles showcased her unwavering support for Owens’ team, even as she unveiled her bold new Athleta collection, featuring her signature purple hue. This highlights the couple’s dedication to balancing their…
Oppo Find X9 Velvet Red colour variant launched in India: Price and other details
Oppo has introduced a new Velvet Red color variant for its Find X9 series in India. This premium smartphone boasts a Hasselblad co-engineered camera system, a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, and a long-lasting 7,025mAh battery with fast charging. The device is available for Rs 74,999, with effective pricing dropping to Rs 67,499 with bank…