CHENNAI: Tamizhaga Vazhvurimai Katchi (TVK) founder T Velmurugan announced that he will quit the DMK-led secular progressive alliance (SPA). TVK is the only party to quit the DMK alliance for the upcoming assembly election, so far.Velmurugan also announced that he will not be part of the BJP-led NDA. “We will not be part of the…
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat (File photo) NEW DELHI: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Friday said that “India can bring an end to the ongoing war” amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.Speaking at a gathering in Nagpur, Bhagwat said that voices from different countries are recognising India’s role in promoting peace.“Several countries saying only…
The Middle East conflict has entered its fourth week and the developments have sent shockwaves through global stock markets. For the upcoming week, investor sentiment is expected to remain sensitive to global developments, particularly the ongoing crisis and its impact on crude oil prices, in the holiday-shortened trading week ahead. Alongside geopolitical cues, movements in…
While Annabelle may be a superstar in Hollywood, there is one toy that is creepier than her- that’s Robert the Doll. The straw-filled sailor has been entertaining and frightening people since 1904 and can be found at the Fort East Martello Museum in Key West. Originally purchased by artist Gene Otto, there are allegedly many…
Indian equity benchmarks continued their upward move for a third straight session on Wednesday, with the BSE Sensex adding nearly 3,000 points over the past three trading days, prompting debate on Dalal Street over whether the recent recovery marks a sustainable bottom or just a short-term bounce, according to an ET report.The NSE Nifty ended…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday questioned the West Bengal government over its objection to the maintainability of the Enforcement Directorate’s plea alleging obstruction by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a January 8 raid at I-PAC, asking what remedy ED officers would have if their rights were allegedly violated.As per news agency PTI, a…
Iran on Sunday threatened to “completely close” the Strait of Hormuz if US President Donald Trump acts on his warning to strike Iranian energy facilities within 48 hours. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said energy sites in countries hosting US bases would become “lawful” targets.The US President had warned: “If Iran doesn’t fully open,…
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on Friday notified the Income-tax Rules, 2026 to operationalise the simplified direct tax legislation passed by Parliament last year, with the new framework set to come into effect from April 1. “These rules may be called the Income-tax Rules, 2026. They shall come into force on the April…
Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ has garnered Rs 86.47 crore worldwide in its first week, despite mixed reviews and a challenging release window. While the weekend saw moderate collections, weekday figures experienced a sharp decline. Director Harish Shankar acknowledged the film’s performance, attributing it to release strategy and competition, emphasizing effort over outcome. Pawan Kalyan’s…
Gold prices surged by Rs 1,914 to Rs 1.46 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Friday, tracking firm global trends amid improving sentiment following signs of easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, PTI reported.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold contracts for April delivery climbed by Rs 1,914, or 1.32 per cent, to…