New Delhi [India], August 14: On Thursday, Meta introduced a refreshed Instagram wordmark logo. The change was announced by Instagram head Adam Mosseri on both Instagram and Threads, where he described the new logo as “sharper and more modern” while still referencing the original and maintaining simplicity, as per TechCrunch. The new wordmark keeps the… Continue reading Instagram changes its wordmark logo after over a decade
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Iran blames “foreign military aggression” for oil pollution along Qeshm Island shores
Tehran [Iran], August 14: Iran on Friday blamed what it called “foreign military aggression” for oil pollution along the shores of Qeshm Island, alleging that contamination in the Persian Gulf is another consequence of military activity in the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz. In a post on X, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi, in… Continue reading Iran blames “foreign military aggression” for oil pollution along Qeshm Island shores
Selena Gomez, mom Mandy Teefey sued over alleged business fraud
Washington [US], August 14: Selena Gomez and her mother, Mandy Teefey, are facing a lawsuit from two companies that allege they were misled into investing more than USD 1 million in Wondermind Global, a mental health company that the investors claim was already struggling behind the scenes. According to the lawsuit obtained by TMZ, Wondermind… Continue reading Selena Gomez, mom Mandy Teefey sued over alleged business fraud
Strong July exports reflect resilience, but widening trade deficit poses external sector challenge: Experts
New Delhi [India], August 14: India’s strong export growth despite global trade and geopolitical headwinds reflects the resilience and diversification of its exporters, but rising imports and a widening trade deficit could pose a challenge to the external sector in the coming quarters, industry representatives and economists said. ICRA Chief Economist Aditi Nayar said merchandise… Continue reading Strong July exports reflect resilience, but widening trade deficit poses external sector challenge: Experts
Only way to survive is to attack him: Harbhajan on extraordinary Sooryavanshi
NEW DELHI: (Aug 14) India spin great Harbhajan Singh says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s audacious strokeplay is unparalleled in international cricket and any bowler looking to stop the 15-year-old will have to adopt an aggressive approach as containing him is not an option. Harbhajan believes Sooryavanshi is capable of sowing doubt in the mind of a bowler… Continue reading Only way to survive is to attack him: Harbhajan on extraordinary Sooryavanshi
Mahindra sees Maini as future Formula E driver, but winning comes before nationality: Bertrand
LONDON: (Aug 14) Mahindra Racing CEO and Team Principal Frederic Bertrand says Kush Maini has the potential to become team’s Formula E driver in the future but made it clear that they will not compromise on its competitive ambitions simply to have an Indian behind the wheel. Maini, who is Mahindra’s reserve driver while also… Continue reading Mahindra sees Maini as future Formula E driver, but winning comes before nationality: Bertrand
Rubio greets Pakistan on Independence Day
WASHINGTON: (Aug 14) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio greeted the people of Pakistan on their Independence Day and said the two countries, through cooperation on regional mediation and critical minerals, were delivering “real results”. “On behalf of the United States of America, I extend warm congratulations to the people of Pakistan on their Independence… Continue reading Rubio greets Pakistan on Independence Day
IDFC FIRST Bank secures its first international rating with Investment Grade from S&P Global Ratings
MUMBAI: August 14, 2026: IDFC FIRST Bank is pleased to announce that S&P Global Ratings has assigned the Bank its inaugural international investment-grade issuer credit ratings of ‘BBB-’ long-term and ‘A-3’ short-term, with a Stable Outlook. Commenting on the rating, Mr. Sudhanshu Jain – Chief Financial Officer & Head Corporate Centre, said, “We are delighted… Continue reading IDFC FIRST Bank secures its first international rating with Investment Grade from S&P Global Ratings
GCC puts property tax revision on hold following taxpayer complaints
CHENNAI: (Aug 14) The Greater Chennai Corporation has decided to put the property tax revision on hold with immediate effect following complaints from taxpayers. The revised tax demand will be rolled back to the amount applicable before the revision. For those who have already paid the revised demand, the excess amount will be adjusted as… Continue reading GCC puts property tax revision on hold following taxpayer complaints
Badal attack: Doctor says SAD chief underwent surgery for 90 minutes, condition stable
NANDED: (Aug 14) Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal, who was injured in a ‘kirpan’ attack inside a gurdwara, underwent surgery that lasted for about 90 minutes and is now stable, doctors treating him said on Friday. The former Punjab deputy chief minister will be discharged today and is likely to be flown to… Continue reading Badal attack: Doctor says SAD chief underwent surgery for 90 minutes, condition stable