West Indies cricketers donned black armbands on the opening day of their Test against India in New Delhi, honouring former all-rounder Bernard Julien. Julien, a vital member of the 1975 World Cup-winning squad, passed away recently. His significant contributions with both bat and ball during the Caribbean team’s golden era were remembered.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra countered BJP’s dynastic politics claims, highlighting her family’s sacrifices for India’s freedom. She pointed to global respect for Nehru, contrasting it with domestic “insults.” Gandhi also defended Rahul Gandhi’s yatra, refuting PM Modi’s “infiltrator” remarks and emphasizing its focus on common people’s voting rights.
Asian markets showed a mixed performance Friday, with Japan’s Nikkei surging while Chinese stocks dipped following Wall Street’s retreat from record highs. Despite positive remarks from President Trump on US-China trade talks, lingering disputes and disappointing Big Tech earnings weighed on investor sentiment. Oil prices also saw a slight decline.
Genelia D’Souza stunned in a beige Gaurang Shah lehenga with vibrant floral prints, showcasing a modern desi princess vibe. She uniquely styled the dupatta in a South Indian saree pallu drape and adorned her braid with jasmine and braid jewellery.
Mizoram’s PWD minister Vanlalhlana sparked controversy by threatening to withdraw crucial road construction funds for the Pukzing-Silsuri road if his party’s candidate loses the Dampa by-election. Opposition parties, including MNF and PC, condemned this as an undemocratic misuse of power, urging the government to cease such intimidation tactics. The road is vital for local villages.
Manchester City’s midfield linchpin, Bernardo Silva, 31, is reportedly weighing a monumental £500,000-per-week offer from Saudi club Al Hilal. As Saudi Arabia aggressively pursues its 2026 football vision by targeting Portuguese icons, Silva faces a career-defining choice between European elite football and a lucrative final contract that could significantly shape the burgeoning Saudi Pro League.
Stock market recommendations: Bajaj Broking Research suggests a positive outlook for the Nifty and Bank Nifty, anticipating potential gains. They recommend buying UPL between Rs 670-690, targeting Rs 747, and Chennai Petroleum Corporation in the range of Rs 700-720, with a target of Rs 787.
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored an unbeaten 173 runs on day one of the second Test against West Indies. India reached 318 runs for the loss of two wickets. Jaiswal shared a significant partnership with Sai Sudharsan. India aims for a series clean sweep. The West Indies team seeks to avoid another whitewash.
Deepti Naval, a veteran of Indian indie cinema, reflects on the evolution of Hindi films, noting advancements in visual finesse and technical skills that now rival international standards. While praising the younger generation’s focus and training, she also expresses concern over a decline in content quality, observing instances where significant budgets yield little substance.
Two men from Bihar were injured in a shooting incident in Pernem, Goa, linked to an ongoing dispute over illegal sand extraction in the River Terekhol. Uguem villagers oppose the activity due to agricultural land damage, leading to clashes with sand extractors from Naibag. Police are investigating and have detained individuals for questioning, with the…
