President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to impose a 25% tariff on all goods imported from Mexico and Canada, set to take effect on his first day in office, January 20. The new tariffs are expected to have severe implications for American consumers, including higher prices on everyday products such as gasoline, produce, cars, and alcohol. Mexico, now the US’s top trading partner, and Canada, a major supplier of oil and agricultural products, will be significantly impacted by these tariffs

In a thrilling IPL 2025 Auction, Afghanistan's promising spinner Allah Ghazanfar made a big splash as Mumbai Indians secured him for a whopping Rs 4.8 crore. The 18-year-old spinner, known for his brilliant performance in recent ODIs, including a standout spell against Bangladesh, attracted intense bidding from several franchises. Kolkata Knight Riders, who were interested in bringing him back, ultimately lost out to Mumbai Indians, who won the bidding war. Ghazanfar’s ris

Indian wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant has denied speculation that his departure from Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of the IPL 2025 auction was due to a disagreement over his retention fee. The clarification came after Indian batting legend Sunil Gavaskar suggested that top players, like Pant, sometimes leave their franchises to assess their true market value in the IPL auction, particularly when there are talks about retention fees. In a video shared by Star Sports before the IPL 202

Arjun Tendulkar, the 25-year-old son of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, made a statement in the ongoing Ranji Trophy Plate match, picking up his maiden five-wicket haul in First-Class cricket. Arjun’s stellar bowling performance saw him claim figures of 5/25, helping bowl Arunachal Pradesh out for just 84 runs on Day 1. Starting strong, Arjun dismissed Nabam Hachang in the second over and followed up with two wickets in consecutive balls in the 12th over, leaving him on a hat-t

In a significant development ahead of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) that the Indian cricket team will not travel to Pakistan for the tournament. Citing security concerns, the BCCI has requested that all of India's matches be moved to Dubai instead, as confirmed by an anonymous BCCI official to the Indian Express. This stance has been consistent, and the BCCI has made it clea

As the deadline for IPL 2025 player retentions approaches, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has shared a creative puzzle for their fans, featuring nine potential player names. This fun engagement comes as franchises prepare for the mega auction, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) setting a retention deadline of October 31. The players included in RCB's puzzle are cricketing stars Virat Kohli, Mohammed Siraj, Rajat Patidar, Faf du Plessis, Cameron Green, Glenn

With just two days remaining before the IPL 2025 retention deadline, excitement is building around the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the pivotal decisions they will make. A key focus of speculation is whether MS Dhoni, the legendary captain, will return for another season. As an uncapped player since his international retirement over five years ago, Dhoni's status has generated heated discussions among fans and analysts alike. A recent post by CSK on social media, featuring cryp

IAS officer Amrapali, who recently lost her legal fight against the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) regarding her allotment to the Telangana cadre, has now been transferred to Andhra Pradesh. Along with three other IAS officers, she reported to the Andhra Pradesh secretariat yesterday. The news of Amrapali's transfer has sparked discussions on social media regarding her potential role in Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan's initiatives. Pawan Kalyan has expressed

In a historic shift for the Ashes series, Perth will host the first Test of the 2025-26 Ashes, ending Brisbane's nearly 40-year tradition of kicking off the Australia-England rivalry. The first Test is set to take place at Perth Stadium from November 21-25, 2025. This will be the inaugural Ashes Test at the new venue, which replaced the old WACA ground, last utilized in 2017. Following the Perth Test, the second match will be a day-night affair at Brisbane's Gabba, scheduled

Tension escalated in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, today, a day after communal clashes erupted during the Durga idol immersion ceremony, resulting in one fatality. The unrest began over a dispute regarding music played on loudspeakers during the procession, leading to stone-throwing and gunfire, injuring six individuals. One man, Ram Gopal Mishra, succumbed to gunshot wounds while receiving treatment at a local hospital. In response to the violence, police conducted flag marches through

HDFC Bank Ltd, India's largest private sector lender, is set to sell ₹9,062.38 crore worth of car loans, amounting to 1,08,711 loans, as part of its strategy to address its increasing credit-deposit ratio. The bank will execute this sale using a financial instrument known as 'pass-through certificates' (PTCs), which provide fixed income to holders from a pool of assets like loans. According to insiders, this transaction may represent the largest PTC sale in India to date.

In a surprising move, Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting has been appointed as the head coach of Punjab Kings, taking over from Trevor Bayliss, who oversaw the team for the past two seasons. Ponting, who previously spent seven years with Delhi Capitals, signed a four-year contract with Punjab, highlighting the franchise’s long-term vision to rebuild its squad. Under Ponting's leadership, Delhi Capitals became a formidable team in the IPL, reaching the final in 2020 bu

The Hyderabad Disaster Response Authority (HYDRAA) has become a central topic of discussion across Hyderabad and Telangana. Established by the Revanth Reddy government, the agency is tasked with addressing illegal constructions on buffer lands that should be preserved for natural water bodies. IPS officer A V Ranganath, who is leading HYDRAA, has quickly made an impact by reclaiming 150 acres of land and demolishing 140 illegal constructions, including 50 multi-story buildings, within just a

In recent months, CM Chandrababu Naidu has focused on driving investment into Andhra Pradesh, engaging with global entities such as the World Bank and Brookfield Corporation, and exploring opportunities in EV and alternative energy sectors. His latest push involves a significant meeting with Godrej Industries, where he discussed a potential Rs 2800 crore investment for pesticide manufacturing in Amarava

The central government has recently announced a major financial boost for Andhra Pradesh, with Rs 15,000 crore set to be provided through multilateral agencies to support the development of Amaravati, the state’s capital. This announcement has swiftly moved towards action, as evidenced by the meeting between a four-member World Bank delegation and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, along with members of the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA). This meeting is a