Summary Vinesh Phogat, an acclaimed Indian wrestler, faced a grueling day on August 17 following a setback at the Paris Olympics. She was disqualified from the gold medal match due to being 100 grams overweight, a significant blow given she had reached the final. After arriving in New Delhi, Phogat endured a long journey to […]
Summary: In the opening match of the Delhi Premier League, Purani Dilli 6 captain Rishabh Pant made a notable contribution by bowling the final over against South Delhi Superstarz. Pant’s delivery in the last over allowed the Superstarz to secure a narrow victory by three wickets. Besides his bowling effort, Pant also added a useful […]
Summary The Noor-ul-Ain, a remarkable pink diamond from India’s Golconda Mines, is one of the largest and most renowned colored diamonds in the world. Originating from the historic Kollur Mine, it is part of the Noor-ul-Ain Tiara, which was commissioned by the last Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, in 1958 for his wife, Farah […]
Summary Rupali Sharma, an entrepreneur from an orthodox family, transformed her personal struggle with hair fall into a successful business venture. In 2017, she founded Aegte, a nature-based personal care brand, with an initial investment of ₹5 lakhs. By 2023-24, Aegte achieved a revenue of ₹17 crores. Sharma’s journey began with her personal challenge of […]
Summary Maharaja Umaid Singh of Jodhpur, who reigned from 1918 to 1947, is renowned for his pioneering role in aviation in India. As the first Indian prince to earn a Level ‘A’ Flying Licence, Singh’s achievements marked a significant development in the aviation sector of his princely state. Rising to prominence at the age of […]
Summary Hina Khan, who has been undergoing treatment for Stage Three breast cancer, made a rare public appearance for the first time in months. The outing, documented on her Instagram, involved self-care activities such as enjoying her favorite desserts and going on a shopping trip. This event marked a significant moment in her recovery journey, […]
Summary Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman increased the customs duty on laboratory chemicals from 10% to 150% in the Union Budget 2024. This significant rise is causing disruption in research activities at university labs across India, with many cancelling work orders due to the prohibitive costs. The new duty impacts chemicals essential for basic experiments, and […]
Summary The Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) has called on the government to reconsider recent budget proposals affecting debt mutual funds. The budget aims to amend Section 50AA of the Income Tax Act, redefining ‘Specified Mutual Funds’ and altering their tax treatment. The new definition would classify debt mutual funds as short-term capital […]
Summary Former Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann criticized Cristiano Ronaldo for his lack of support toward Joao Felix following Portugal’s elimination from Euro 2024. After Portugal lost to France in the quarter-finals, Ronaldo, who missed a chance to console Felix, was called out by Hamann for his perceived selfishness and poor team dynamics. Hamann condemned Ronaldo’s […]
Summary The UEFA EURO 2024 Team of the Tournament was announced based on performances throughout the competition. A panel of technical observers, including notable football experts, evaluated each game to select standout players for each position. This selection highlights significant tactical trends and individual impact, showcasing top performers across different teams. Key Points Goalkeeper: Mike […]