Wednesday's Women's Hockey India League 2026 mini auction witnessed remarkable price movements as Argentine defender Agustina Gorzelany commanded the highest bid at INR 42 lakh. Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers secured this premium signing after intense competition from multiple franchises. Indian midfielder Monika achieved breakthrough success by becoming the most expensive domestic player at INR 15 lakh, also joining Bengal Tigers. Her previous season saw no buyers, making this turnaround particularly noteworthy. The auction featured over 100 players competing for positions across four teams.
JSW Soorma Hockey Club, Ranchi Royals, SG Pipers, and Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers operated under a INR 2 crore salary cap while building balanced...
Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal participated Tuesday in a New York energy security conference alongside Parliament Member Anurag Thakur. The Consulate General of India helped organize this gathering where Goyal promoted stronger energy partnerships between India and America. Nuclear power emerged as a key topic for affordable clean energy development, while renewable startup collaboration gained attention. The minister emphasized global teamwork for sustainable energy futures and praised India's national electricity network for reliable power delivery.
Goyal reinforced Prime Minister Modi's international solar grid concept and highlighted India's renewable energy progress. Monday brought separate trade discussions between Goyal...
The Supreme Court criticized the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa for pursuing malicious charges against advocate Geeta Ramanugrah Shastri. Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta dismissed special leave petitions challenging the Bombay High Court's decision to cancel disciplinary proceedings against Shastri. The bench imposed Rs 50,000 penalties on both the Bar Council and complainant Bansidhar Annaji Bhakad for causing harassment. The dispute began when Bhakad accused Shastri of supporting false statements in an affidavit where she merely identified a party. The Bombay High Court determined that identifying someone does not make an advocate responsible for affidavit contents.
The Supreme Court upheld this decision and called...
Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi delivered remarks to National Defence College attendees during his official visit to Colombo on Wednesday. The Indian naval chief stressed maritime cooperation between India and Sri Lanka while addressing regional security challenges. He emphasized how both nations depend on ocean resources for economic prosperity and strategic defense.
Maritime collaboration examples between the countries involve anti-piracy missions and narcotics interdiction operations. The admiral highlighted platforms such as the Goa Maritime Symposium and SLINEX exercises for building shared naval capabilities. Technology plays a vital role in advancing green initiatives and promoting maritime innovation across the region.
The naval...
Bihar state prepares to distribute financial assistance through the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana program on September 26. The government will transfer Rs 10,000 directly to bank accounts of eligible female recipients to promote entrepreneurship and economic independence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address approximately 7.5 million beneficiaries during a virtual ceremony marking the initiative's launch. Women from districts like Motihari have outlined business plans ranging from livestock farming to home-based tailoring services. These recipients view the program as an opportunity to achieve financial self-sufficiency while supporting their families.
Bihar Rural Livelihood Promotion Committee manages implementation in rural...
Specialized VLSI expertise accounts for 48 percent of available positions within India's semiconductor design Global Capability Centers, according to Careernet research released Wednesday. The shift reflects corporate strategies that prioritize targeted talent acquisition over broad recruitment campaigns. Companies reduced total openings by 22 percent between fiscal quarters, dropping from 3,684 average positions to 2,874 roles. System and application software positions represent 35 percent of demand, while business operations and IT support comprise the remaining 17 percent. Digital design, verification, and system software development lead employer preferences.
India expanded its semiconductor design GCC network from 70 to 79...
The federal government launched PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana on February 15, 2024, targeting one crore households nationwide for rooftop solar installation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi designed this program to provide 300 units of monthly electricity at zero cost to eligible families. The initiative covers 40 percent of installation expenses through government subsidies reaching Rs 78,000 for systems of various capacities. Households can achieve dramatic reductions in monthly power expenses while decreasing dependence on traditional grid electricity. The scheme offers financial assistance ranging from Rs 30,000 to Rs 60,000 based on system specifications.
Ramakant Sinha from Gariyaband district installed a 5 kilowatt solar system...
Security conditions deteriorated rapidly across Bangladesh following Muhammad Yunus' appointment as Chief Advisor. Militants attacked over 450 police stations while authorities released approximately 340 prisoners connected to extremist activities from detention facilities. The Home Advisor publicly embraced former officials linked to terrorist organizations and welcomed released militant leaders with ceremonial honors. Terror groups like Hizb ut-Tahrir began openly promoting violence against Western targets during this period. International observers warned about rising militancy under the new administration.
Minority communities faced widespread persecution as religious extremists gained influence throughout the country. Violence...
Mira Rajput posted a social media video featuring a sitar performance. The musician played "Aaoge Jab Tum Sajna" from the film "Jab We Met." She expressed her longing for husband Shahid Kapoor through this musical tribute. The actress connected the melody to personal feelings about her spouse. This romantic gesture highlighted their enduring relationship bond.
Director Imtiaz Ali released "Jab We Met" on October 26, 2007. Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan starred in this successful romantic drama. Pritam composed the popular soundtrack that remains beloved after years. The film marked a significant career milestone for Shahid Kapoor. Critics and audiences praised the movie's chemistry and storytelling.
Shahid married Mira during a...
