It’s a reality check but no doom and gloom after first defeat: PBKS fast bowling coach Hopes

MULLANPUR: (Apr 29) Punjab Kings fast bowling coach James Hopes said his side’s first defeat of the season is a timely “reality check”, but insisted there is no sense of panic within the camp. Table-toppers Punjab Kings, the only unbeaten side heading into the clash, suffered a six-wicket loss to Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday night.… Continue reading It’s a reality check but no doom and gloom after first defeat: PBKS fast bowling coach Hopes

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PVR INOX to release David Dhawan hits to celebrate his cinema legacy

NEW DELHI: (Apr 29) For almost a decade, filmmaker David Dhawan redefined the mainstream Hindi cinema with hit comedies such as “Raja Babu”, “Aankhen” and “Partner”. Now, some of his biggest hits are set to be re-released by PVR INOX to celebrate the filmmaker’s legacy. The film festival has been curated to honour his legacy… Continue reading PVR INOX to release David Dhawan hits to celebrate his cinema legacy

Paytm’s arm’s length approach with Paytm Payments Bank secures core business growth, profitability

NEW DELHI: (Apr 29) When the central bank initiated action on Paytm Payments Bank Ltd.(PPBL) in early 2024, Paytm (One 97 Communications Ltd.) moved to clearly separate its core operations from the entity, ensuring its payments and financial services businesses operate independently. This decision has since drawn praise from at least six top domestic and… Continue reading Paytm’s arm’s length approach with Paytm Payments Bank secures core business growth, profitability

US: North Carolina labour official backs federal rule to hike H-1B wages

WASHINGTON: (Apr 29) The top labour official of North Carolina has supported a federal proposal to increase the minimum wages employers will have to offer to hire foreign workers under H-1B, H-1B1 and E-3 visa programmes. North Carolina Labour Commissioner Luke Farley said American workers were being hurt by foreign visa programmes that depress wages.… Continue reading US: North Carolina labour official backs federal rule to hike H-1B wages

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Pleas against hate speeches: No legislative vacuum exists warranting intervention, says SC

NEW DELHI: (Apr 29) The Supreme Court on Wednesday said that existing laws are sufficient to deal with the issue of hate speeches and no “legislative vacuum” exists warranting intervention. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said that creation of criminal offences and the prescription of punishments lies squarely within the legislative… Continue reading Pleas against hate speeches: No legislative vacuum exists warranting intervention, says SC

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Mamata accuses BJP of trying to ‘rig’ Bengal polls, alleges central forces acting at its behest

KOLKATA: (Apr 29) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday accused the BJP of trying to “rig” the West Bengal assembly elections, alleging that central forces and election observers were acting at the behest of the saffron party. The BJP, however, dismissed her allegations, accusing her of “trying to create confusion sensing public anger… Continue reading Mamata accuses BJP of trying to ‘rig’ Bengal polls, alleges central forces acting at its behest

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Pentagon officials admit US “relatively undefended” against China, Russia missile threats as Trump admin push for ‘Golden Dome’ shield

Washington DC [US], April 28 : Top Pentagon officials have admitted that the current US defence systems can only counter small-scale attacks and provide negligible protection against hypersonic or cruise missiles, as concerns about China’s evolving military capabilities force Washington to acknowledge major gaps in its homeland missile defence. Senior US Defence and military officials… Continue reading Pentagon officials admit US “relatively undefended” against China, Russia missile threats as Trump admin push for ‘Golden Dome’ shield

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“Wanted to prove them wrong”: Shreyas Iyer on overcoming short-ball weakness

New Delhi [India], April 28 : Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer has revealed how criticism around his struggles against short-pitched deliveries motivated him to transform his game, crediting a change in mindset and rigorous practice for his improvement. Speaking on JioStar, Iyer said doubts over his ability to handle the short ball acted as… Continue reading “Wanted to prove them wrong”: Shreyas Iyer on overcoming short-ball weakness

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Ranveer Singh turns protective for Deepika Padukone in first appearance after announcing second pregnancy

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 28 : Bollywood power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh made their first appearance together since announcing that they are expecting their second child. The duo made a low-key yet closely watched appearance at the Mumbai airport on Monday night, drawing significant attention from fans and media alike. Dressed in relaxed… Continue reading Ranveer Singh turns protective for Deepika Padukone in first appearance after announcing second pregnancy

DPI 2.0 can help India offset impact of West Asia energy disruptions through productivity gains: CEA Nageswaran

New Delhi [India], April 28 : Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran said that India can mitigate the economic impact of energy price shocks arising from disruptions in West Asia by boosting productivity and competitiveness through the next phase of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI 2.0). Speaking at the launch of the DPI 2047 Roadmap… Continue reading DPI 2.0 can help India offset impact of West Asia energy disruptions through productivity gains: CEA Nageswaran