Trump’s Pak oil deal a move to counter China, pressure India?

NEW DELHI : President Donald Trump’s announcement of a deal to develop Pakistan’s “massive oil reserves” sounds more like a strategic manoeuvre on the South Asian chessboard to counter Islamabad’s growing dependence on Beijing and pressure India over the trade deal, rather than a realistic assessment of the country’s immediate hydrocarbons potential.Various estimates peg Pakistan’s…

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‘He should not have done that’: Former India cricketer slams umpire Kumar Dharmasena over inside-edge signal — Watch | Cricket News

Umpire Kumar Dharmasena (Video grab) NEW DELHI: Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has criticised umpire Kumar Dharmasena for his unusual on-field gesture during the first day of the fifth and final Test between India and England at The Oval. The Sri Lankan umpire appeared to signal an inside edge to England’s players mid-appeal, a…

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Shah Rukh Khan once revealed his film career happened by chance, called Salman Khan the ‘biggest’ and Aamir Khan the ‘finest’ star ever |

Shah Rukh Khan’s journey to Bollywood stardom began unexpectedly. Initially focused on academics, he entered films after television success. He viewed contemporaries Salman Khan and Aamir Khan with respect, not rivalry. Khan acknowledged their prominence, emphasizing his own unique space in the industry. Over decades, Shah Rukh, Aamir, and Salman have remained Bollywood’s leading stars….

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US higher education faces $7 billion hit as international commencements set to drop by 40% this September

US may lose 150,000 international students as visa delays threaten September commencements. (AI Image) A new analysis forecasts a significant downturn in international student commencements in the US this fall, with projected declines of 30% to 40% for September 2025. The data, jointly produced by NAFSA and research consultancy JB International, highlights a potential loss…

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Donald Trump’s 25% tariff, ‘dead economy’ jibe: India’s clear message to US in 5 points – what Piyush Goyal said

Piyush Goyal’s over six minute statement was also an answer to Trump’s jibes about India’s economy. US President Donald Trump has in the last 24 hours announced 25% tariffs on India, warned of additional penalties, expressed displeasure over BRICS of which India is a member, and called India a ‘dead economy’. The turn of events…

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Currency watch: Rupee rebounds 15 paise to 87.65 against US dollar after all-time low; RBI action, crude dip offer support

The rupee recovered 15 paise on Thursday to settle at 87.65 against the US dollar, bouncing back slightly from its all-time closing low, helped by softer crude oil prices and suspected intervention by the Reserve Bank of India.After plunging 89 paise on Wednesday—its steepest single-day fall in over three years—market participants said the rupee saw…

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Nimrat Kaur REACTS to people spreading rumours about her personal life: ‘I feel sorry for their upbringing…’ |

Nimrat Kaur has firmly addressed persistent rumors about her personal life, dismissing online gossip as baseless. At a recent event, the actress expressed pity for those who create and spread such rumors, attributing it to a lack of purpose and a reflection of their upbringing. Kaur emphasized her focus on meaningful work, stating she doesn’t…

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Daily Health Horoscope Today, August 1, 2025: Wellness Predictions for Every Zodiac Sign

Check out the daily horoscopes and discover how the stars could be speaking about your health and well-being. Get personalized qualities for all twelve zodiac signs-from Aries and Taurus-Gemini and beyond-into reflections as to how celestial interference might oppose their energy, balance, and well-being. Aries Daily Horoscope Today: Health Insights for August 1, 2025 Today…

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