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104 matches, 0 broadcasters: Why no one in India wants the 2026 FIFA World Cup
With less than two months to go for the FIFA World Cup, India, China, and several Asian countries still lack an official broadcaster. High rights costs, inconvenient match timings, and cricket's domi
14 hours agoAsian stocks today: Japan’s Nikkei surges to record high as markets stay mixed
Asian markets showed a mixed performance today. Japan's Nikkei 225 reached new record highs, boosted by technology stocks amid the AI boom. However, rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, partic
3 days agoStock market outlook: Middle East developments, earnings and oil prices in focus this week
Global tensions in West Asia, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, are driving market volatility and influencing crude oil prices. Investors are also closely watching corporate earnings, with ke
3 days agoStreamer iGumdrop takes her cooking from Twitch to MasterChef and impresses Gordon Ramsay
Twitch sensation iGumdrop, known for her online food streams, is now a contestant on MasterChef Global Gauntlet, representing Team Asia-Pacific. She impressed Gordon Ramsay with her wagyu beef satay,
4 days agoAsian stocks today: Markets on edge as US-Iran tensions, oil surge weigh on sentiment
Asian markets navigated a cautious trading session Friday, influenced by ongoing Iran conflict uncertainties and stalled US-Iran talks. While some indices saw modest gains, others dipped, reflecting i
6 days agoDaily-wager’s daughter Nausheen Naz has no gear, eyes hockey Asia Cup
Nausheen Naz, a 15-year-old hockey prodigy, trains for the Under-18 Asia Cup. Hailing from Seoni, she overcame poverty and used a broken stick to hone her skills. The MP Hockey Academy provided her wi
6 days agoUS stock market: Wall Street at record high after Trump says ‘Hormuz is open’; Dow jumps over 800 points, Nasdaq up 1.5%
Global markets surged Friday as easing West Asia tensions spurred a broad risk rally. Wall Street benchmarks hit record highs, led by small-cap stocks, as falling oil prices boosted confidence. Inves
18 Apr 2026'Had a very good talk': Trump on 40-min phone call with 'friend' PM Modi
President Donald Trump described his recent conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "very good," highlighting their strong friendship and India's progress. The leaders discussed bilateral co
17 Apr 2026D-Street banks on West Asia peace talks, Sensex rises 1.3k points
D-Street banks on West Asia peace talks, Sensex rises 1.3k points
16 Apr 2026'We all love you', Trump tells PM Modi during 40-min call on Iran war, Hormuz
Prime Minister Modi and US President Trump held a significant phone call, reviewing robust bilateral ties and progress in their Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. They also addressed the crit
14 Apr 2026Chennai fruit prices surge as West Asia tensions disrupt imports
Prices of oranges and apples have surged in Chennai markets due to supply disruptions stemming from West Asian tensions, impacting Iranian and Egyptian imports. Traders report reduced arrivals and sh
11 Apr 2026Fragile truce in place, India reaches out to Gulf nations
India is bolstering its engagement with the Gulf as a fragile ceasefire takes hold in West Asia. Union Minister S. Jaishankar is visiting the UAE to deepen strategic ties, while Minister Hardeep Singh
9 Apr 2026
TravelA.P. emerging as hub for tourism investments, says Minister
Participating in the 21st Hotel Investment Conference South Asia in Mumbai, Kandula Durgesh holds discussions with leading organisations on strengthening coastal tourism, developing spiritual tourism
9 Apr 2026
IndiaIGoM reviews preparedness amid West Asia developments, ensures energy, food security
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says government is ensuring uninterrupted availability of LPG, petrol, diesel and fertilizers, while maintaining supplies of essential commodities
8 Apr 2026Amid Iran war, government extends freeze on channel TRPs
Television rating points for news channels have been suspended for another four weeks by the information and broadcasting ministry. This decision, citing concerns over sensationalizing the West Asia c
8 Apr 2026Jaishankar to Iran's FM Araghchi: Back efforts to stop war
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discussed West Asia's stability with his Iranian counterpart, emphasizing support for regional peace efforts. Conversations with Qatar and the UAE also t
7 Apr 2026BJK Cup | 'I know what's happening in their mind'
Former player Vishal Uppal leads India in the Billie Jean King Cup's Asia/Oceania Group 1, aiming to build depth in women's tennis. Having experienced the game's pressures firsthand, Uppal emphasised
6 Apr 2026Sensex rallies 1,187 points on Middle East peace hopes
Hopes for peace in West Asia fueled a global market rally that extended to India, with the Sensex surging 1,187 points to 73,134. The rally was further supported by a strengthening rupee and softenin
2 Apr 202625-year-old woman ends life via Euthanasia after mental health issues, paralysis and court battle with family: "I just want to leave in peace"
Noelia Castillo Ramos, 25, died via voluntary euthanasia on March 26, 2026, after a legal battle over her right to die. Suffering from severe depression, OCD, BPD, and chronic pain following a rape a
28 Mar 2026Vulnerable need quick relief amid West Asia conflict: Finance ministry report
The report said the impact of the conflict on India will be felt through four channels: (a) supply disruptions to oil, gas and fertilisers and more importantly, to exports as well, (b) higher import p
28 Mar 2026
FoodJaishankar raises concerns about food, fuel, fertilizer shortages at G-7 meet
External Affairs Minister stresses importance of resilient trade corridors, such as the IMEC, especially amidst uncertainties of West Asian conflict; calls for freedom of navigation to ensure global e
27 Mar 2026Indian women’s football’s freefall: Five coaches in five years, another one loading
India’s disastrous AFC Women’s Asia Cup campaign, marked by three losses, including a humiliating 0–11 defeat to Japan, has exposed the All India Football Federation’s chronic mismanagement. Frequent
27 Mar 2026Sensex jumps 1.2k pts as efforts to end war gain pace
Indian stock markets surged today, with Sensex crossing 75,000 points. This rally, driven by hopes of a West Asia conflict resolution and easing crude oil prices, saw global markets also perform stro
26 Mar 2026Top 15 languages spoken in US homes besides English
The United States (US) is currently experiencing a major change to its linguistic landscape, with approximately 67 million people speaking languages other than English within their homes. The US Cens
25 Mar 2026Study lessons from West Asia conflict to improve India’s def preparedness: Rajnath
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh convened a high-level meeting to assess the West Asia crisis's impact on India's security. He stressed learning from the conflict to bolster defence preparedness, emphas
24 Mar 2026How much oil does India have? PM Modi explains nation’s preparedness amid global fuel crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured India of sufficient crude oil storage and uninterrupted supply amidst the West Asia war's global fuel crunch. He highlighted the nation's strategic oil reserves an
24 Mar 2026Conflict posing unprecedented challenges for India, PM Modi tells Parliament
Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's stance on the West Asia conflict in Parliament. He stressed opposition to attacks on infrastructure and trade routes. India advocates for diplomacy and peaceful
23 Mar 2026'Situation worrisome': PM Modi clears India's stand on Iran war, flags impact of Hormuz disruption
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on the West Asian crisis, highlighting its negative impact on the global economy and India. He assured that the government is providing full suppor
23 Mar 2026PM Modi to chair high-level meeting to review energy preparedness amid Middle East tensions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a high-level meeting to review India's energy preparedness amid escalating West Asian tensions. The focus will be on ensuring uninterrupted supply, stable logis
22 Mar 2026'Oil not well' between Don and Bibi? Decoding Donald Trump's anger at Benjamin Netanyahu for South Pars strike
South Pars is not simply an Iranian asset. It is part of the world’s largest natural gas field, shared with Qatar, whose LNG exports underpin energy supply chains across Europe and Asia. When Israel
20 Mar 2026