Serena Williams celebrates winning a point against Maya Joint. (AP Photo) Serena Williams’ long-awaited return to Wimbledon ended in defeat, but the 23-time Grand Slam champion received the kind of ovation reserved for sporting royalty as Centre Court celebrated one of the greatest players in tennis history.Playing her first singles match in nearly four years,…
The day carries a golden sheen, Pisces, though it isn’t without a little mist. The Moon and Jupiter lift your public image, so respect, honour, and social appreciation are very much possible today.People might be kind to you, solicit your opinions or give you greater respect than normal. In the workplace, community environments, or in…
MUMBAI: Amid a prediction of below normal monsoon season, which has resulted in 22% decline in total area sown under kharif crop in June, finance ministry has called for the need to “reorient” agricultural pricing policies to incentivise the cultivation of climate-resilient crops and disincentivise water intensive ones, along with building water buffers. “The weak…
The Maharashtra government has directed all affiliated schools to teach Marathi from Classes 1 to 10, with Education Minister Dada Bhuse warning of strict action against institutions that violate the order. A statewide inspection campaign will monitor compliance, while the state also plans to strengthen lessons on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in school textbooks. The Maharashtra…
MUMBAI: Bank of Baroda and Mizuho Bank have entered a strategic partnership to jointly pursue M&A financing, structured lending, and cross-border corporate banking, as deal activity and capital needs rise. The tie-up combines Mizuho’s global network and structured finance expertise with Bank of Baroda’s domestic franchise and corporate relationships. It comes after Mizuho acquired a…
Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli received a rousing welcome from fans at the iconic Grand Rex theatre in Paris, where he hosted a special masterclass and a screening of his global blockbuster ‘RRR’. The director, who has been in France on a promotional spree, also watched his box office blockbuster, ‘Baahubali’ with the audience gathered at the…
France’s Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates scoring their third goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between France and Sweden in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) The high-octane 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash at the MetLife Stadium saw France deliver a masterclass…
A pleasant, useful day stands before you, Aquarius. The Moon supports gains and practical planning, while Jupiter adds a protective hand over choices that can help you later when life gets rough.This is why investment looks auspicious now. Think of it as storing water before summer bites. What you put aside today, or where you…
Candace Owens is facing fresh online backlash after critics accused her of fueling conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie Kirk’s death. A viral post claimed Owens misrepresented a witness’s initial confusion over where Kirk was shot, using it to support broader allegations. The debate quickly spread across social media, with users criticizing Owens, calling for legal action,…
MUMBAI: :Gold loans continued to expand at a triple-digit pace in the 12 months up to May 2026, even as housing loan growth slowed to 10.9%, pulling overall personal loan growth down to 15.4% and leaving it trailing a 20% rise in services credit. The services sector increased its share of bank loans driven by…
MUMBAI: Oyo parent Prism has filed updated draft IPO papers with markets regulator Sebi, seeking to raise up to Rs 6,650 crore (around $703 million) and moved a step closer to getting listed on the bourses. The IPO has been structured as a primary share sale which means that the company will retain all the…
SBI issues Apprentice hall ticket for 7,150 vacancies ahead of July 11 recruitment examination SBI Apprentice Admit Card 2026: The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the admit card for the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 written examination. Candidates who completed the application process can now download their hall tickets for the recruitment examination scheduled for…
