British oil giant BP has removed Albert Manifold as chairman less than a year after he took over the role, citing what it described as “serious concerns” over governance, oversight and conduct at the company, AFP reported.The company announced on Tuesday that board member Ian Tyler has been appointed interim chairman with immediate effect.“The board…
NEW DELHI: The upheaval brought in Tamil Nadu by Congress‘ decision to break ranks with DMK and align with actor Vijay’s TVK is set to effect division in opposition ranks in Parliament, with the Dravidian party seeking a change of seating arrangement for its MPs, many of whom sat alongside members of the main opposition…
NEW DELHI: Supreme Court on Thursday said that a long-standing employee cannot be dismissed from service for indiscipline, insubordination or disobedience and such a penalty must be reserved for cases of corruption, moral turpitude or mala fide actions causing loss to the employer.A bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and N K Singh said it was…
Oil prices surged sharply after Iran moved again to block most maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint that handles roughly one-fifth of global crude flows, escalating geopolitical tensions and rattling financial markets.Brent crude, the global benchmark, jumped around 7 per cent to $96.88 a barrel, rebounding from Friday’s close, which had…
Prince Yadav takes on Tristan Stubbs (Photo by BCCI) NEW DELHI: A fiery on-field moment on Wednesday grabbed attention during the IPL clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals in Lucknow, as a heated exchange between Prince Yadav and Tristan Stubbs went viral.The incident took place in the fifth over when Prince Yadav bowled…
Volkswagen India is all set to launch the new Volkswagen Taigun facelift in the Indian market tomorrow i.e, 9th April, 2026. The production of the SUV has also begun at the company’s Pune plant, and pre-bookings are expected to begin right after launch. Deliveries will likely begin from May 2026 and will rival the Skoda…
Deepika Padukone surprised at a recent wedding, opting for a beautiful, heritage-inspired ensemble by Jigya Patel over her usual grand red-carpet looks. The custom salwar-kameez featured intricate Mochi embroidery and bandhej pants, a true celebration of Indian textiles. This thoughtful, culturally rich choice resonated deeply, offering a refreshing departure from typical wedding fashion. Let’s be…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a strict warning to its centrally contracted players against posting any content on social media without prior approval, following the controversy involving Naseem Shah.The board has reminded players and their managers of its social media rules, stating that any post of political nature will not be allowed. According…
Top stocks to buy today (AI image) Stock market recommendations: Astra Microwave, and Shaily Engineering Plastics have been recommended by Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk as the top stocks to buy for the week starting June 1, 2026: Stock Name Rating CMP (Rs) Target (Rs) Upside (%) Astra Microwave Buy 1381 1580 14% Shaily…
We’ve all been there—that awkward moment during a dinner party or a high-stakes meeting where someone says something so fundamentally “wrong” that you feel a physical urge to correct them. The blunt, “No, you’re wrong!” is usually sitting right on the tip of your tongue. But we know how that movie ends: people get defensive,…