UK Pension Schemes Bill: MPs back government’s power to influence investment choices On Wednesday, Labour got backing from MPs for fresh authority to shape where private pensions put their money, a key step forward for the Pension Schemes Bill. By a margin of 276 to 155, ministers carried the decision following changes to a disputed…
As the Middle East conflict continues to strain global energy supplies, the government is pushing for faster expansion of piped natural gas (PNG) connections across the country. But the plan is facing a major hurdle. A shortage of certified gas plumbers has slowed the rollout, with city gas distribution (CGD) companies currently adding only 8,000-10,000…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday followed through on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “save fuel” appeal to the citizens amid the Middle East crisis. It ordered that all matters listed on miscellaneous days, including Mondays and Fridays, as well as on partial working days, will be heard exclusively through video conferencing until further orders….
Brendon Mccullum & Ben Stokes (Photo AP) England head coach Brendon McCullum paid tribute to Ben Stokes after the England captain announced his retirement from Test cricket, praising his immense contribution to the game and the unforgettable performances he produced throughout his international career.The 35-year-old all-rounder caught the cricketing world by surprise with his announcement,…
NEW DELHI: Virtual proceedings before the chief justice of Delhi High Court were disrupted thrice on Wednesday after a person logged in and played pornographic content.At one stage, a participant under the name ‘Sh*tjeet Sighn’ played an obscene video. At the same point, an audio in the background announced, “Shut down the meeting right now….
Abbas Araghchi (File photo) Iranian foreign minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has claimed that the bombing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s residence, which killed the then-Supreme Leader, was enabled by a breach which he described as a “security hole” that remains active.Araghchi alleged that the breach allowed the United States and Israel to obtain information and influence…
IAS officer Pari Bishnoi shares the mindset UPSC aspirants need to succeed For UPSC aspirants, the pressure can begin well before they enter the examination hall. The constant talk around competition, preparation, and success can make candidates question whether they are doing enough. An IAS officer has now shared a perspective that puts the focus…
Manuel Neuer attends a training session. (AP Photo) Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has confirmed that he will retire from international football after the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing an end to one of the most iconic careers in modern football.The 40-year-old, a key figure in Germany’s 2014 World Cup triumph, made the…
A Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) councillor on Tuesday moved the Madras High Court against the alleged use of educational institutions for the political glorification of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. The petition questions the inclusion of school students in celebrations organised for the Chief Minister’s birthday on June 22.The plea comes after a…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Virat Kohli (AP Photo/Ashwini Bhatia) The Indian Premier League’s batting revolution has reached another extreme in IPL 2026, where even scores above 200 no longer guarantee safety. With Royal Challengers Bengaluru smashing 222/4 against Punjab Kings on Sunday, the tournament officially recorded its 53rd 200-plus total this season — the highest ever…
US President Donald Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino speak at a reception at Trump Tower in New York, Friday, July 17, 2026. (AP Photo) US President Donald Trump has said FIFA president Gianni Infantino made the right decision by suspending the red card shown to US striker Folarin Balogun ahead of the United States’…
File photo: Ships in Hormuz DUBAI: Oman has presented Iran with a plan backed by Gulf states to manage the Strait of Hormuz, including collecting voluntary fees for using it, a Gulf source and a Western diplomat told Reuters on Tuesday. A senior Iranian source told Reuters that Tehran was yet to respond to the…
