Akshay Bhatia struggled through the opening round of the 2025 Sanderson Farms Championship on Friday, posting an even-par 72 that left him tied for 88th place at the Country Club of Jackson. The tournament favorite bogeyed holes seven and eight before recovering with three birdies on the back nine, but additional bogeys on holes 14 and 16 negated his progress. Bhatia must improve significantly in the second round to advance in the Fall season event.
Eric Cole, Sam Ryder, Danny Walker, and Garrick Higgo share the lead at 7-under 65 after the first day. Cole recorded 10 birdies to offset a late double bogey, while Ryder completed a bogey-free round. Walker and Ryder both need strong finishes to reach the top 100 in FedExCup standings and...
Television actress Sargun Mehta praised her husband, actor Ravie Dubey, on social media for his generous act toward a devoted fan. The fan had traveled from abroad to India and immediately requested a Zee TV subscription to watch Jamai Raja, the show that made Dubey famous. Rather than arranging a simple video call, Dubey surprised the fan with an in-person visit that brought her to tears.
Mehta described her husband as someone who stops his car mid-journey to respond to fans, though his kindness sometimes frustrates her. She expressed pride in his commitment to bringing joy to everyone he encounters. Dubey starred in Jamai Raja from 2014 to 2017 alongside Nia Sharma, and the show developed a substantial following.
The actor will...
Jinkushal Industries Limited experienced a disappointing market debut on Friday, as shares fell 5 percent to the lower circuit despite initial gains. The stock opened at 125 rupees per share on the BSE and NSE, representing a 3.3 percent premium over the issue price of 121 rupees, but selling pressure pushed it down to 118.75 rupees by afternoon.
The weak performance contradicted earlier grey market premium indicators that suggested potential double-digit gains of 17 to 21 rupees per share. The company's initial public offering attracted strong investor interest from Sept. 25 to 29, with a subscription rate of 65.10 times, led by non-institutional investors who subscribed 146.39 times.
The 116.15 crore rupee book-built issue consisted...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch youth-centered programs valued at more than 62,000 crore rupees on Saturday to advance education and skill development nationwide. The government plans to upgrade 1,000 Industrial Training Institutes through PM-SETU with 60,000 crore rupees in funding while establishing 1,200 vocational labs at residential schools across 34 states and union territories. Bihar will receive special attention through multiple initiatives, including monthly allowances for 500,000 graduates and interest-free education loans of up to 4 lakh rupees.
The Prime Minister will inaugurate Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur Skill University and dedicate facilities at the National Institute of Technology campus in Bihta, which...
N.K. Singh stated on Friday that Goods and Services Tax reforms have strengthened purchasing power for ordinary citizens and enhanced conditions for business operations and private investment. The 15th Finance Commission chairman spoke at the Kautilya Economic Conclave 2025 and described current circumstances as a turning point for addressing economic challenges. Singh emphasized that India maintains its position as the fastest-growing major economy and continues advancing toward becoming the third-largest global economy.
Official figures showed real GDP growth reached 7.8 percent for the April through June quarter, and the Reserve Bank of India projected 6.8 percent expansion for fiscal year 2025-26. Finance Minister Nirmala...
Samsung will retain the 12-megapixel front camera across its Galaxy S26 lineup, according to a report from WinFuture journalist Roland Quandt on Friday. The company last upgraded its selfie camera hardware with the Galaxy S23 series and appears set to maintain this specification despite competitors making advances. Apple recently adopted a square selfie camera design for its devices, which enables users to capture landscape photos while holding their phones vertically.
Samsung could implement improvements through larger sensor sizes, enhanced lens systems, wider apertures, or better computational photography techniques rather than increasing megapixel counts. The Galaxy S26 models will compete against Apple's iPhone 17 series, and the...
A stray dog bit a Kenyan official at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Friday, prompting authorities to dispatch two dog-catching vehicles to the venue. The incident occurred while the facility hosted the World Para Athletics Championships, which brought 2,200 para-athletes and support staff from 104 countries to the nine-day competition that began on Sept. 26. Officials raised concerns about security protocols at the Delhi venue ahead of the international competition.
India ranked eighth in the medal standings with four gold, five silver, and two bronze medals at the time of the incident. The nation achieved its best performance at the previous championships in Kobe, Japan, with 17 total medals and a sixth-place finish. The 2023 Paris...
Multiple Canadian theaters suspended Indian film screenings on Friday after arson attacks targeted cinema halls within the previous week. York Cinemas announced it would halt showings indefinitely to protect staff and patrons, while Film.Ca Cinemas canceled South Asian films following an arson attempt and a shooting at its Oakville location in Ontario. The most recent incident occurred on the night of October 2 when gunfire struck the building's entrance doors, but the closed facility reported no injuries.
Authorities continue investigating a September 25 arson attack at the same theater where suspects used flammable liquid to ignite entrance doors. CEO Jeff Knoll confirmed that enhanced security measures would be implemented after the...
Women in Bihar welcomed a state employment program on Friday that provides financial assistance for entrepreneurial ventures. The Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana delivers 10,000 rupees through direct transfer to help recipients establish small businesses in sectors such as tailoring, handicrafts, and agriculture. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the initiative, and the state government plans to distribute up to 2 lakh rupees in subsequent phases.
Beneficiaries reported using the funds to start photocopying services, sell textile supplies, and reduce financial dependence on family members. The program targets one woman per eligible household and offers training through Self Help Group representatives. State officials organized...
