‘Chess diplomacy’: AICF chief on PM Modi gifting Sindarov’s WC sheet to Uzbek prez

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev the original scoresheet from Javokhir Sindarov’s 2025 World Cup final victory in Goa. AICF chief Nitin Narang called it “Chess diplomacy”. Sindarov later won the Candidates tournament and will face D Gukesh. The gesture highlights growing India-Uzbekistan chess rivalry ahead of the Chess Olympiad in Samarkand.

​Ram Temple CEO race narrows to three candidates, all from UP

After careful consideration, the search committee has identified three potential candidates for the CEO position. Each candidate, originating from Uttar Pradesh, carries a unique blend of experience relevant to the role. In an upcoming meeting, the Trust will determine who will take on management responsibilities for administrative operations and pilgrim facilities, with an official announcement…

Holding mutual funds in SoA or demat: Which is better?

Mutual fund units can be held in Statement of Account or demat form. SoA mode offers simplicity for mutual fund-only investors avoiding extra charges. Demat mode suits those holding various securities and preferring consolidated management. Investors can switch between SoA and demat forms as needed. SWP and STP availability narrows the convenience gap between these…

Sitharaman meets World Bank chief Ajay Banga, discuss deepening cooperation

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has met World Bank President Ajay Banga and discussed further strengthening the partnership between India and the international finance institution to deepen corporate, infrastructure and municipal bond markets. Sitharaman met Banga on the sidelines of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) Meeting, in Asheville, on Tuesday. The Union…

Two-wheelers, passenger vehicles to drive 8-10% auto volume growth in FY27: Report

India’s automotive sector anticipates robust growth in FY27, driven by two-wheelers and passenger vehicles. August 2026 saw double-digit volume increases across most vehicle categories and manufacturers. Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor reported significant year-on-year volume gains in the two-wheeler segment. Tata Motors and Maruti Suzuki posted strong sales figures for passenger vehicles during the period….

‘Kalki 2898 AD Part 2’ update: Nag Ashwin confirms 10-day shoot at Dulquer Salmaan’s ‘I’m Game’ event; Prabhas to return once free

Director Nag Ashwin confirmed Kalki 2898 AD Part 2 has begun shooting. The team has filmed for approximately ten days so far. Major shooting will commence once actor Prabhas becomes available for the project. Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan have shared glimpses from the sets. The sequel continues the science fiction and mythology blend from…

IIT graduate Vidit Aatrey left his IAS dream then his corporate career but failed twice before building Meesho; today he has turned the e-commerce giant into a Rs 30,000-crore business

Vidit Aatrey, a dynamic IIT Delhi alumnus, founded Meesho after navigating through various corporate roles and facing setbacks from an earlier startup. Observing micro-entrepreneurs leveraging social media for sales, he crafted Meesho as a digital ally for these sellers. Over time, Meesho has blossomed into a prominent e-commerce player, showcasing Aatrey’s knack for insight and…