FIFA formally announced Saudi Arabia as the 2034 men’s World Cup host on Wednesday. More than 200 FIFA member federations applauded the Saudi candidacy, which was the only one submitted. On Wednesday, Gianni Infantino, the president of the international football organisation, conducted an online conference in Zurich where they participated virtually. Introducing the hosts for…
In a significant development for Indian sports, the Sports Ministry has lifted the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). This decision comes after months of uncertainty and turmoil within the wrestling community, marking a fresh start for the sport in the country. The move is being hailed as a positive step towards restoring…
SRINAGAR, February 3: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has ordered a high-level probe into the deaths of two civilians, an incident that has triggered widespread outrage and protests across the region. The move comes after reports suggested that the civilians were killed during a security operation, raising serious concerns about the use of…
Four years after their marriage, a couple in Pakistan’s Balochistan reportedly became victims of an honour killing in a startling development. Global indignation has been sparked by the video that went viral on the internet showing Bano Bibi and her husband Ehsan Ullah being shot dead by a gang of men in the dry Quetta…
During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s reply in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, opposition MPs staged a walkout, claiming the Leader of the Opposition in the upper chamber was not permitted to respond. Kharge attempted to step in during Modi’s response to the discussion of the “Motion of Thanks” during the President’s address. But Jagdeep Dhankar,…
In a political maneuver that has sent ripples through the Indian political landscape, Rahul Gandhi, scion of the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty and prominent leader of the Indian National Congress (INC), has announced his decision to contest from Rae Bareli in the upcoming elections. This move marks a departure from tradition, as Rae Bareli has long been…
Columbus Day is a federal holiday in the United States, celebrated on the second Monday of October each year. While many government offices, schools, and institutions close to observe this day, the question that often arises for investors is: Is the stock market open on Columbus Day? In this article, we will explore the status…
Kolkata, India : Veteran Left leader and former Chief Minister of West Bengal, Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, passed away peacefully at his residence in Kolkata on Thursday morning. He was 80. Bhattacharjee, a prominent figure in Indian politics, served as the Chief Minister of West Bengal from 2000 to 2011, succeeding the legendary Jyoti Basu. His tenure…
In a bold move, Bangladesh’s interim government has amended a law that previously provided special security measures for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her family. This decision has stirred considerable debate in the nation, with many raising concerns about the potential risks to the ruling family amidst Bangladesh’s turbulent political climate. Background The special security…
New Delhi/Washington, June 12, 2025 — A fresh diplomatic controversy has erupted following the United States’ official invitation to Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir, despite recent Indian military operations, particularly the high-profile Operation Sindoor in Jammu and Kashmir. The opposition Congress party has strongly criticized the Narendra Modi-led government, terming the development as a…