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Harassment claims were made against the peer in 2013, but in 2014 a barrister appointed by the party to investigate the allegations concluded that whilst the accounts of the four women were “broadly credible,” they could not be proved beyond reasonable doubt. Source link
Vaibhav Suryavanshi did the star turn for India. | Photo Credit: Getty Images As the India under-19 boys regained the junior World Cup after four years, there was a common thread in the colts’ last two triumphs — former Tamil Nadu cricketer S. Sharath.The 53-year-old had served as the chairman of the junior selection committee in 2022, too, and returned to the role late last year.“It was a superb effort from the boys, with everyone contributing,” said an elated Sharath in a chat with The Hindu. “We have some exciting prospects in this team who can do great things for India.”On…
Amirul Islam’s efforts made sure Bangladesh gave fancied teams a stiff fight. | Photo Credit: R. RAGU Sporting a hairstyle that flares like a lion’s mane, 21-year-old Amirul Islam cuts an unmistakable figure on the turf. However, at the 2025 FIH junior men’s hockey World Cup here, it is not just his striking look that has turned heads — it is his impact on the game.The leading drag-flicker of Bangladesh’s junior team, Amirul has emerged as one of the tournament’s biggest revelations.Against powerhouse opponents Australia and South Korea, the junior World Cup debutant refused to fade quietly — thanks to…
Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning his 100th Grand Slam match during the Australian open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 23, 2026 | Photo Credit: Reuters An ominous Carlos Alcaraz wasted little energy in his 100th Grand Slam match to sweep into the last 16 of the Australian Open on Friday (January 23, 2026) with a straight-sets mauling of French showman Corentin Moutet.The 22-year-old six-time major winner was at a different level on Rod Laver Arena to book his passage 6-2, 6-4, 6-1 in 2hrs 5mins.Victory thrust him into a clash for a place in the quarter-finals with American…
Some athletes enchant. Others enable. Saina Nehwal belongs firmly to the latter. She did not decorate the sport; she made it survivable for the next generation. Watching Nehwal was never about aesthetics. It was about her conviction and the stubborn belief that she would hold a little longer even when the lungs burned, muscles screamed in pain and the legs turned heavy.Gill Clark once wrote that champions relentlessly push their limits and refuse to give up — a mindset so ingrained that stopping feels like a contradiction of who they are. Which is why retirement is rarely announced when it…
A silent cloud may hover over your day, spurred by minor professional hiccups and slight tensions in personal relationships. Zero in on tasks within your grasp and practice straightforward dialogue to resolve any conflicts, particularly around budgetary matters. Embrace a disciplined study routine and keep an eye on your expenditures. You may feel slightly depressed, and it can come without a clear reason. The Moon presses on your inner mood, and Saturn’s influence makes small hurdles look bigger than they are.Work brings obstacles, like delays, sudden changes in a meeting, or someone questioning your approach. Don’t take the bait. Keep…
RBI considering allowing banks to lend to REITsMUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India on Friday proposed to allow banks to lend to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) with certain prudential safeguards to deepen the financing pool for the real estate sector. REITs are investment vehicles that own or operate income-generating real estate, enabling investors to earn a share of the income produced without directly purchasing properties.REITs and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) were conceptualised in India to free up banks’ funds in completed and operational real estate and infrastructure projects by refinancing such exposures with pooled funds of institutions and retail…
Srinagar, Feb 6: Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, on Friday visited the Seed Multiplication Farm at Padgampora, Pulwama, to assess ongoing activities and review the progress of seed production initiatives.During the visit, the Director specifically inspected the Section Vegetables, where he evaluated the current status of vegetable seed multiplication efforts.He reviewed the overall working of the section, including field operations, crop management practices, and preparations for quality seed production to meet the region’s agricultural requirements.The Director emphasized the critical role of departmental seed multiplication farms in achieving self-reliance in quality seeds for various crops, particularly in the vegetable sector,…
One of the many pluses of the Kochi Muziris Biennale is that it opens new galleries around it and new ways of showcasing art. And At Home with LMSA is one such novel attempt, which takes art outside the conventional white cube space of a gallery which locates art in an isolating, context-less space, and into a home. Neenu Jacob has, literally, thrown open her apartment at Kochu Kadavanthra as an intimate gallery space where she is showing the art works of four Kerala artists. LMSA is a digital art gallery, which works with mid career and emerging artists. …
Air India opens first flagship Maharaja Lounge at Delhi airport’s Terminal 3Air India has unveiled its inaugural flagship lounge, The Maharaja Lounge, at Delhi’s Terminal 3, marking a significant enhancement to its premium travel offerings. This new space, designed with Indian heritage and modern aesthetics, will cater to Business and First Class passengers, elite club members, and eligible Star Alliance travelers. Source link