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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
13 hours agoApple stock price today: Share tumbles 1% as Tim Cook steps down as CEO
Apple's long-serving CEO Tim Cook is stepping down on September 1, transitioning to executive chairman. John Ternus, a hardware veteran, will take the helm. This leadership change occurs as Apple fac
21 Apr 2026Britons opt for UK staycations as rising costs and travel concerns hit overseas trips
Britons opt for UK staycations as rising costs and travel concerns hit overseas trips
18 Apr 2026Empty cylinders drive migrants back home
Soaring LPG prices are forcing migrant workers back to Bihar. Families are disembarking at Patna Junction, their journeys driven by unaffordable cooking gas in cities. Construction workers and factor
7 Apr 2026Google, Microsoft, Amazon and Meta face an American data centre problem; here’s why
Tech giants like Google and Meta face mounting opposition across the US over massive data center projects. At least 11 states are proposing laws to restrict or pause new construction, driven by concer
5 Apr 2026'Not our war': UK PM to host multi-nation meeting on Hormuz crisis; backs Nato after Trump's 'paper tiger' jibe
Prime Minister Keir Starmer affirmed Britain will not join the Middle East conflict, deeming it "not our war" and not in the UK's national interest. He announced a meeting of 35 countries to discuss
1 Apr 2026Jet fuel prices more than double; brace for steep airfare hikes
Indian airlines face a significant surge in airfares as jet fuel prices have more than doubled for April, driven by the Iran war. This drastic increase, coupled with a weakening rupee, is expected to
1 Apr 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 2026Fewer flights, no fare caps: Domestic airfares set to soar
Domestic air travel is poised for a significant price increase this summer, mirroring international flight costs. A 12% reduction in weekly domestic flights, coupled with the removal of fare caps and
26 Mar 2026Fuel, food and finance: How distant US-Iran war might spill into your monthly household bills
Global conflicts, from the Middle East to Ukraine, are directly impacting Indian households. Expect higher grocery bills due to rising LPG, cooking oil, and pulse prices. Commuting costs are increasi
21 Mar 2026Airlines vs govt: Centre faces backlash over 60% free seat selection rule, warn of fare hike
Airlines like IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet are opposing the government's mandate for free seat selection, warning it could inflate airfares. The Federation of Indian Airlines argues this move will
21 Mar 2026Jessica Alba and Cash Warren reach divorce settlement
Hollywood heartthrob Jessica Alba and producer Cash Warren have wrapped up their divorce proceedings. They've arrived at a mutual settlement that puts their three kids first, ensuring shared custody.
17 Mar 2026LPG shortage shuts 30% of Chennai hotels
Chennai's hospitality sector faces a grim holiday and wedding season due to an LPG shortage. Hotels fear a significant drop in occupancy, with many already forced to close. Caterers are concerned abo
13 Mar 2026$3.5 a shot vs $3m Patriot: How high-energy lasers could replace missiles against Iranian attacks
High-energy lasers are emerging as a cost-effective defense against drones and missiles, with costs as low as $3.50 per shot compared to millions for missile interceptors. Despite decades of developme
13 Mar 2026