In a recent development, Mahavir Singh Phogat, the acclaimed wrestling coach, voiced his discontent with his niece, Vinesh Phogat, over her sudden shift from wrestling to politics. Vinesh, who was disqualified from the Paris 2024 Olympics due to a slight weight issue, has announced her retirement from wrestling and her candidacy for the Haryana Assembly elections with the Congress party. Mahavir Singh Phogat believes that Vinesh’s focus should have remained on achieving Olympic glory ra

The Financial Times has unveiled its 2024 global rankings for Masters in Management (MiM) programs, with the University of St. Gallen maintaining its lead for the 13th time. This prestigious position underscores the Swiss institution's consistent excellence in business education. HEC Paris follows in second place, while Insead, making a notable debut in third, stands out for its top ranking in alumni international work mobility. Edhec Business School and Shanghai Jiao Tong University'

Apple’s iPhone production in India has seen a remarkable increase, jumping from less than 1% in 2017 to 10% in 2023. According to a report by global investment firm Jefferies, this surge is largely attributed to India's 'Make in India' initiative and the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme. The company aims to further boost its local manufacturing, with plans to scale up production to 25% of global shipments by 2025. This strategic move aligns with Apple’s goal to

In a pivotal Intercontinental Cup 2024 clash held in Hyderabad, India trails 0-1 against Syria, with Mahmoud Al Aswad scoring the lone goal in the seventh minute. This match is crucial for India, who are aiming for their second consecutive title and third overall in the tournament. New coach Manolo Marquez, who is managing his second game for the team, faces a significant challenge against the 93rd-ranked Syria. India's performance in the tournament has been underwhelming so far

In a significant gesture underscoring the strong bond between India and the United Arab Emirates, Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Rajghat in New Delhi today. During his visit, he planted an Amaltas (Cassia Fistula) sapling, continuing a unique tradition followed by three generations of UAE leaders. This marks the first time in history that leaders from a single nation have honored Mahatma Gandhi in this manner at Rajghat. The tradition began with S

Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi has arrived in New Delhi for his inaugural official visit to India as the Crown Prince. The visit underscores the deepening relationship between India and the UAE. In a significant diplomatic move, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the Crown Prince at the Hyderabad House, where the two leaders engaged in discussions aimed at furthering bilateral ties. This marks a pivotal moment as India officially interacts with the ne

India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are set to further deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the official visit of Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on September 9-10, 2024. This visit, which marks the Crown Prince’s first trip to New Delhi in his current role, underscores the strengthening ties between the two nations. Accompanied by top UAE ministers and a business delegation, Sheikh Khaled is expected to engage in high-level discussions w

India is set to become a dominant force in the MSCI emerging markets index, potentially surpassing China in influence. As of August, India’s weightage in the index rose to 19.8%, narrowing the gap with China’s 24.2%. This increase, from 9.2% in December 2020, highlights India's growing appeal to foreign investors. Morgan Stanley's latest analysis notes that this shift could lead to more foreign capital inflows, enhancing India’s stock market performance further.

India and Singapore have recently signed four significant Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening their bilateral cooperation. The agreements cover key areas including digital technologies, semiconductors, health cooperation, and skill development. These MoUs signify a deepening partnership between the two nations and are expected to foster increased collaboration and mutual benefits in these crucial sectors. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently on an official

The Forbes World Billionaires annual list for 2024 has revealed that 25 new names from India have joined the ranks of the world's wealthiest, bringing the total number of Indian billionaires to 200. This surge in wealth is seen as a product of the Narendra Modi era, which has coincided with significant economic shifts, including the COVID-19 pandemic, reverse migration, and a crisis in agriculture. Despite these challenges, the nation has witnessed a remarkable rise in billionaires, promp

Sports For All (SFA) has announced the launch of the SFA Championships 2024-25, marking an exciting expansion across 10 cities in India. With over 150,000 participants from more than 7000 top sporting schools, the championships will showcase students competing in 31 different sports. For the first time in its nine-year history, the event will include Dimapur, Nagaland, highlighting SFA’s commitment to broadening its reach and impact. The championships will kick off on October

On Day 5 of the Paris Paralympics 2024, Indian athletes continued to shine on the global stage. Nitesh Kumar delivered an outstanding performance in the Men's Singles SL3 para badminton final, earning India’s second gold medal of the Games. Earlier in the day, Yogesh Kathuniya secured India’s first medal of the day, clinching a silver in the men's discus throw F56 Final. As the day progresses, badminton stars Suhas Yathiraj and Thulasimathi Murugesan are set to c

Samit Dravid, the son of former Indian cricket captain and current head coach Rahul Dravid, has been included in the India U-19 squad for a highly anticipated multi-format series against Australia. This series includes a three-match one-day series in Puducherry and two four-day matches in Chennai. However, despite this selection, Samit will be ineligible for the 2026 U-19 World Cup as he will be over 20 years old by then. Currently, Samit is participating in the KSCA Maharaja T20 Tr

India's journey in the Paralympics 2024 began with a flurry of intense action in para badminton. Male stars Sukant Kadam and Suhas Yathiraj delivered dramatic victories in their opening men's singles SL3 matches, showcasing their exceptional skills. Meanwhile, Manasi Joshi faced a narrow defeat against Indonesian top seed Qonita Syakuroh in a thrilling third game decider, highlighting the competitive nature of the SL3 category. In the mixed doubles events, an all-India clash

Chandrababu Naidu has emerged as a pivotal figure in the NDA government, significantly influencing the allocation of funds to Andhra Pradesh following the recent elections. With the support of 18 MPs, including Janasena, Naidu played a crucial role in helping Narendra Modi’s BJP retain power for a third consecutive term. This political leverage has translated into substantial financial assistance for Andhra Pradesh, addressing key developmental issues in the state. The 2024 bu

In the 2019 Andhra Pradesh elections, Prashant Kishor and his team from IPAC played a pivotal role in securing a major victory for Jagan Mohan Reddy’s Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress (YCP). However, the 2024 elections saw a drastic reversal of fortunes for Reddy, with IPAC's involvement leading to a stunningly poor performance. From being the Chief Minister, Jagan Mohan Reddy was reduced to a mere MLA, with YCP securing only 11 seats compared to the anticipated 151. Despit

YSR Congress Party chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy held a crucial conference with his party's cadre and legal cell following a significant defeat in the recent elections. In his address, Jagan emphasized the party's youthful nature, noting that YSRCP, despite its recent challenges, is driven by young blood and fresh perspectives. He stressed the importance of adapting to the evolving political landscape and ensuring that the party learns from its recent setbacks. During the confe

The YSR Congress Party (YCP) has been vocal about alleged EVM tampering in Andhra Pradesh elections, with claims that the electoral process was compromised. YCP leaders and their social media supporters have propagated narratives suggesting that the election outcomes were influenced by manipulation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Despite the lack of concrete evidence, these claims have sparked significant controversy. Recently, rumors circulated on social media alleging that t

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is making headlines with his historic visit to Poland, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in more than 40 years. This visit underscores a major shift in India’s foreign policy, moving from a stance of distance to one of active engagement and connectivity. Modi humorously noted that this visit, along with his recent trip to Austria, represents a series of diplomatic "firsts" reflecting India's evolving international strategy.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially initiated the counselling process for NEET UG 2024, marking a significant step for candidates aspiring to secure admissions in undergraduate medical courses. The registration for Round 1 of counselling has commenced and will be open until August 21, 2024. During this period, qualified candidates can register for MBBS, BDS, BSc (Nursing) courses by visiting the MCC’s official website. The counselling process will follow a s