ITC chairperson Sanjiv Puri, on Thursday, said the company aspires to become India’s number one FMCG player, telling shareholders at the annual general meeting that its non-tobacco FMCG business has crossed Rs 24,000 crore in revenue.The milestone makes it the second-largest FMCG company by revenue after Hindustan Unilever, ahead of Nestle (Rs 23,200 crore in…
Nepal issued 492 permits for climbing Mt Everest this season, while concerns over inexperienced climbers and waste returned to the centre of the debate Nepal lawmakers have proposed that climbers seeking an Everest permit should first summit at least one 7,000m peak in the country, part of a wider move to tighten access to the…
Arkady Dvorkovich (on left) and Viswanathan Anand (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: International Chess Federation (FIDE) President Arkady Dvorkovich has stepped aside from his role after being included in the European Union’s latest sanctions list linked to Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The decision means FIDE Deputy President and former world champion Viswanathan Anand will serve…
The luck is on your side today, Pisces. Jupiter provides support and the day could bring more than you would have expected, notably in the form of the earnings or praise, or even good news about family. There is a rising current under your feet, the sort that makes ordinary effort bear sweeter fruit.Yet your…
Rahul Bhatia, promoter and MD of India’s largest carrier IndiGo NEW DELHI: Rahul Bhatia, promoter and MD of India’s largest carrier IndiGo, has opposed the proposed move to allow airport operators in India to own and run airlines too. “There is no global precedent for this. It raises massive conflict-of-interest concerns, and it is unclear…
India invites Bangladesh PM DHAKA/NEW DELHI: As part of Delhi’s broader approach to enhancing global collaboration and cooperation, India has invited PM Tarique Rahman to attend the 18th Brics Summit, which will focus on global cooperation, trade, and sustainable development. India will host the summit in New Delhi on September 12-13.Bangladesh state minister for foreign…
National Tequila Day: Everything you need to know about Mexico’s iconic spirit Every year, July 24 is celebrated as National Tequila Day to honour one of the most recognisable spirits that has come from Mexico. Tequila, which is distinguished by its distinctive flavour and rich culture, is no longer just a party drink but a…
Flipkart to start food deliveries from next month NEW DELHI: The food delivery space is set to get hotter with Flipkart planning a foray over the next 30 days.“Food delivery is another customer use case within our broader e-commerce platform. We will begin with a pilot, learn from it, and decide how to scale across…
Rajat Patidar with the IPL trophy (ANI Photo) Former India batter Hanuma Vihari has criticised the Indian team management for leaving Rajat Patidar out of India’s T20I squad for the Zimbabwe series. Vihari believes Patidar deserved a place after his impressive performances and leadership with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, while also questioning the overall balance of…
The Daily Nadi Horoscope for Pisces on July 24, 2026, says the Moon in Scorpio today could have you thinking more deeply and questioning a plan you once trusted. Anuradha Nakshatra is supportive of devotion, discipline and progress through sincere guidance. What to Do Today Review a long-term plan with fresh eyes. This might be…
India’s bowler Mayank Yadav gestures as he prepares to bowl during the first T20 cricket match between Zimbabwe and India in Harare, Zimbabwe, Thursday, July 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Wonder Mashura) New Delhi: Prabhu Yadav was performing the ‘Govardhan Parikrama’ in Mathura when his son, Mayank Yadav, over 7,000 kms away at the Harare Sports Club,…
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza on the right (ANI Photo) Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza blamed the pitch after his team’s seven-wicket loss to India in the opening T20I of the three-match series at the Harare Sports Club. Raza said the surface had too much moisture early on, making batting difficult with the new ball, while conditions…
