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Indian officiating gains global recognition as FIFA expands referee roster NEW DELHI Indian football officiating received a significant boost as three more referees, including a woman, were added to the FIFA International List of Match Officials for 2026, the All India Foot
NEW DELHI Russian chess great Vladimir Kramnik has filed a defamation lawsuit against world governing body FIDE in a Swiss civil court, escalating an extraordinary dispute that has rocked the global chess community. The former world champion said he was forced to seek legal re
Packed calendar, continental Games, and Olympic pathways define a pivotal year ahead CHENNAI In sports, there is rarely a pause, and 2026 promises to be relentlessly action-packed for India. From marquee global tournaments to crucial continental Games, the year ahead will t
New Delhi The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority's (PFRDA) board has approved a framework to permit Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) to independently set up Pension Funds to manage NPS, with the objective of strengthening the pension ecosystem, it was announced
New Delhi The bilateral trade between India and the Maldives has grown more than threefold over the last eight years, with India’s exports doubling to 680 million in FY 2024–25 and imports from the Maldives taking a huge 20-fold leap to $119 million. Along with the rising flow
Maruti Suzuki capped 2025 with record vehicle exports, underscoring India’s growing manufacturing strength and global automotive footprint. MumbaiIndia’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, on Thursday announced that it exported 3.95 lakh vehicles in calendar year 2
2026 Financial Rule Changes New DelhiThe beginning of the New Year 2026 has brought with it a series of important regulatory and policy changes that directly impact the financial lives of ordinary citizens. From higher government salaries to changes in fuel prices, credit scor
India is poised to enter the high-speed rail era, with its first Bullet Train expected by Independence Day 2027. New DelhiIndia is likely to witness a historic milestone in its transportation journey with the introduction of its first Bullet Train by August 15, 2027, according
Andhra Pradesh witnessed transformative momentum in 2025 with capital revival, mega investments, and renewed confidence in governance statewide. AmaravatiThe year 2025 emerged as a defining phase for Andhra Pradesh, marked by the resumption of long-pending capital development
The makers of actor and director Arjun Sarja's eagerly awaited action entertainer, Seetha Payanam, will release in theatres on February 14, coinciding with Valentine’s Day this year. The film marks Arjun Sarja’s latest directorial venture and features his daughter Aishwarya Ar
Music legend A R Rahman is all set to make his acting debut with the upcoming film Moonwalk. The film, directed by Manoj N S, will feature Rahman alongside Prabhudeva and is scheduled for release in May 2026. Known worldwide for his musical brilliance, Rahman will now be seen
The makers of director Ajay Gnanamuthu’s much-awaited horror thriller Demonte Colony 3 released the film’s first look poster on Thursday, marking the New Year with excitement among fans. The film stars Arulnithi and Priya Bhavani Shankar in the lead roles and is the third part of
Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga unveiled the first look poster of his upcoming cop drama Spirit at midnight on New Year’s Day, bringing 2026 with a bold image starring Prabhas and Triptii Dimri. The poster instantly grabbed attention online, drawing praise from fans while also s
Actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan surprised his fans at the start of 2026 by signing a new Telugu film directed by Surender Reddy and written by Vakkantham Vamsi. The announcement was made on Thursday, January 1, by producer Ram Talluri, who shared the news on social media.
Kannada star Kichcha Sudeep’s latest action thriller Mark has completed one week in theatres with a total box office collection of Rs 21.14 crore. Released on Christmas, the film opened to strong numbers but saw a steady fall during weekdays. As per industry tracker Sacnilk, M
Health Awareness Chitradurga Tuberculosis can appear anywhere and spread widely if ignored, so people must come forward for timely treatment without hesitation, said Health Education Officer B. Moogappa. He was speaking at a tuberculosis awareness program held recently at V
Mandya promotes millets through a roadshow, teaching healthy cooking, sustainable farming, and nutritional benefits to the community Mandya Promoting awareness about millets and their nutritional benefits is a responsibility for everyone, said KR Nandini, Chief Executive Of
New Delhi The Press Information Bureau (PIB) on Wednesday dismissed social media claims that AI-generated images were used to secure the National Water Awards, calling them “fake and misleading.” Some posts had alleged that small pits, invitation cards, or minor water structu
