More patients can now afford semaglutide, but the early excitement around the drug is fading.
S Sreesanth and Sanju Samson ignore each other at the Kerala Cricket League 2026 awards ceremony.
'We have to pull 80 million workers out of agriculture and go back to where we were in 2014. That itself is going to be a huge task.' 'We have already lost time, and that is a catastrophe impending.''
One white lace co-ord, four very different style statements! Deepika Padukone made a striking case for maternity fashion in an all-white lace ensemble, but she isn't the only one who has fallen for the look. Alaviaa Jaffrey, Radhika Seth and Kusha Kapila have also been spotted wearing pieces from the same label, each bringing a distinct spin to the romantic design.
Bengal skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran acknowledges his modest run-scoring this Ranji Trophy season but asserts the value of his contributions in crucial match situations. Despite a first-class average over 46, he has only one half-century this season. Easwaran, who was part of the 2025 England Test squad but later lost his India A place, remains optimistic about scoring big soon and stresses the need for Bengal's batting unit to take responsibility after a recent collapse.
Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Yousuf has advised Babar Azam to seek specialised batting help in Australia or South Africa to overcome his prolonged slump. Babar's struggles were evident in the recent tri-series final, and he faces pressure to regain form ahead of upcoming series and the 2027 ODI World Cup, despite support from some former players.
A social worker in Ulhasnagar, Thane, was allegedly defrauded of Rs 2.5 lakh by a caller impersonating an Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) officer. The caller threatened the victim with terror links and an arrest warrant, coercing him into transferring money. Police have registered a case against three individuals, and an investigation is ongoing.
India is caught in a no-man's land, not cheap enough for value investors to pile in but not growing fast enough to attract growth investors either, asserts Akash Prakash.
Young Indian pacer Gurnoor Brar's four-wicket haul was crucial in India's narrow four-run DLS victory over New Zealand in the second ODI. Brar credited the extra bounce and pace in New Zealand conditions for his success, while captains Shubman Gill and Mitchell Santner reflected on the challenging pitch and the tight contest.
Maharashtra secured a commanding 10-wicket victory over Bengal in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match, chasing down a target of 112 runs in just 19.4 overs.
Such is the depth of riches in Indian cricket that Shubman Gill, despite boasting of a good record in T20Is and IPL, finds himself out of contention in India's T20 team.
A 17-year-old boy, Abhiram, was found dead, stuffed in a sack among banana plants in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday, after being reported missing on Sunday. Police suspect the murder is connected to a relationship, with several persons, including minors, taken into custody for questioning. The family seeks answers regarding the circumstances of his death.
The IDBI Bank stake sale could generate over Rs 26,500 crore, helping the government surpass its annual divestment target, notes A K Bhattacharya.
Indian rifle shooter Shambhavi Kshirsagar was disqualified from the 10m air rifle mixed team event at the ISSF World Championships due to an equipment regulation violation concerning apparel stiffness. This marks her second such disqualification in five months and highlights a recurring issue for Indian shooters, prompting concerns and calls for accountability from coaches and officials.
Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, India's new Chief of Air Staff, has outlined his top priorities, focusing on restoring the IAF's fighter squadron strength, accelerating indigenous programmes like Tejas and AMCA, and enhancing tri-services synergy. His vision, encapsulated by the acronym VAYU (Vigilance, Aatmanirbharta, Yukti, Unity), emphasises self-reliance in defence, tactical innovation, and integrated operations with the Army and Navy, alongside a commitment to air warrior welfare and national security.
The numbers don't settle it. Bumrah has the lower average and is harder to score off. Rabada has the bigger pile, the ten-wicket matches, and a winning team behind him.
Tilak Varma starred with a match-winning fifty to power India to a thrilling victory in the second T20I against New Zealand in Christchurch on Saturday.
'You cannot say on day one that a stock is a multibagger. Multibaggers evolve.'
WazirX founder Nischal Shetty stated, "We have outdone ourselves, but it is a journey we are still on, and there is a long way to go," reflecting on the cryptocurrency exchange's year-long journey since restarting operations after a cyberattack and restructuring.
The 200-DMA is a closely watched indicator of a stock's long-term trend and can serve as an early warning of trouble.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has acknowledged his side's disappointing start to the Premier League season but expressed confidence that they will overcome this difficult period, especially as they prepare for a crucial Champions League fixture against Atletico Madrid.
Very heavy rains in Nilgiris district on Saturday caused multiple mudslides, leading to the death of a bus driver whose vehicle was buried. Over 100 students from Kerala narrowly escaped a similar fate. The incident disrupted traffic and prompted authorities to close tourist spots and advise against travel.
The Karnataka cabinet has rejected the clemency plea of Shubha Shankar, who is serving life imprisonment for the 2003 murder of her fiancee, Girish. The cabinet also decided to challenge the High Court's ruling on enhanced reservation quotas for SCs and STs in the Supreme Court.
Indian equities, particularly the Nifty 50, have significantly underperformed their Asian and global counterparts over the past year, with the index down 10.6 per cent. This lag is attributed to factors like rising global oil prices, rupee depreciation, and a lack of participation in the global chipmaker rally that boosted markets like South Korea and Taiwan.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to India this week underscores the complex dynamics of global energy policy, as Washington re-evaluates sanctions on Russian oil buyers amidst India's continued reliance on Russian crude.
India faces a challenging Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya with a significantly smaller contingent of 168 athletes, down from 303. While aiming to build on its record 111-medal haul from the last Games, selection disputes in para-shooting and para-cycling, coupled with reduced athlete numbers in key disciplines like para-athletics, pose hurdles. Despite these challenges, star athletes across para-athletics, archery, para-badminton, shooting, and table tennis are expected to lead India's medal charge.
Rising bond yields in the US and other advanced economies are making it increasingly difficult for Indian equities to attract foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), leading to pressure on valuations and potentially lower returns for domestic investors.
The Kerala Crime Branch has arrested Raveendran Nair, former caretaker of Jayamadhavan Nair, for his murder nine years ago. The investigation, initially treated as an unnatural death, gained momentum through forensic evidence, contradictory statements, and a forged will, leading to the unravelling of a property dispute motive.
'If Vijay and I had left each other's hand, we would have fallen in the valley and died.'
Economy passengers are paying more year-on-year while business travellers are paying less.
Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson Sushma Andhare has called for a CBI probe into the murder of party leader Pradeep Purnekar in Thane, alleging it was a contract killing and citing potential political pressure on local police. Opposition parties have also announced a protest march to the Thane police commissioner's office, while Shiv Sena MP Jyoti Waghmare accused opposition leaders of politicising the tragedy. Police have made arrests in connection with the murder.
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is facing a thinning of its top management as Managing Director Dinesh Pant exits to join Irdai, leaving one of four MD posts vacant. This comes amidst broader staffing challenges across several public sector insurers and a headless Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB).
'While the population remains relatively young, its age structure is beginning to shift, setting the stage for a much older population later this century.'
A 25-basis-point increase would restore some real monetary restraint when expected inflation has risen, liquidity remains easy and growth is strong, points out Amarendu Nandy.
Pooja Meri Jaan sometimes gets heavy-handed, but makes the point clear that any conversation around consent must begin with taking a 'no' seriously. That's a message worth reiterating, asserts Mayur Sanap.
Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal criticised the Centre for the security clampdown in central Delhi against the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest, calling it "worse than Emergency" and alleging dictatorship. He also accused Prime Minister Modi of being scared and protecting "vote chori" by crushing democracy, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Tejal Hasabnis and Anushka Sharma's aggressive half-centuries, coupled with Nikki Prasad's all-round performance, led India A Women to a four-wicket victory over Australia A in the first women's one-day match in Mullanpur.
If India's medal tally ultimately falls significantly short of Hangzhou, the conversation should not stop with the athletes or coaches. It should extend to a much more uncomfortable institutional question: After years of increased investment, programmes, infrastructure and policy attention, where exactly is the system failing to convert that investment into medals, champions and depth across sports? asks Jaydeep Ray.
Manchester United and Tottenham face crucial Premier League tests this weekend, while Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool and Chelsea seek momentum.
Hyundai Motor India is set to outpace the broader passenger vehicle market, projecting an 8-10 per cent domestic sales growth in H2FY27, fueled by strategic launches of a new mid-size SUV and a dedicated electric vehicle, alongside increased production capacity.
