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New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has dismissed a review petition filed by SpiceJet and its Managing Director Ajay Singh in a long-running ₹144 crore arbitration dispute with Kalanithi Maran and Kal Airways Pvt Ltd. The court also imposed a cost of ₹50,000 while reaffirming its earlier directive for the airline to deposit the full amount. The bench declined SpiceJet’s request to replace the monetary deposit with a Gurugram property owned by Ajay Singh. The airline had argued that it was facing financial constraints and that depositing such a large sum would be challenging. As an alternative, it proposed offering…

New Delhi: India’s financial regulators are showing little interest in allowing banks and insurance companies to invest in commodity derivatives, according to the head of the country’s market regulator. The statement highlights a cautious approach toward expanding participation in commodity markets, despite earlier discussions aimed at broadening access. The regulator had previously explored the possibility of enabling banks and pension funds to participate in commodity trading as part of efforts to deepen and strengthen these markets. However, recent remarks suggest that key financial authorities are not aligned with this proposal at present. It was indicated that commodity derivatives may not…

New Delhi: India’s Under 17 men’s national team head coach Bibiano Fernandes has announced a 23 member squad for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026, marking a key step in the team’s preparations for the continental tournament. The squad is currently training in Doha, Qatar, where they recently played two friendly matches against the hosts, finishing with a 1-1 draw and a goalless result. The team is set to travel to Jeddah ahead of their opening fixtures. India have been placed in Group D alongside Australia and Uzbekistan. With DPR Korea withdrawing from the competition, the group will…

New Delhi: India’s campaign at the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup resumed after more than two decades with a 0-2 defeat against Australia, but the mood within the camp remains focused on recovery and improvement. Midfielder Thandamoni Baskey acknowledged the disappointment but stressed the team’s determination to bounce back in the upcoming fixtures. Head coach Pamela Conti described the match as challenging against a physically strong opponent, noting that both goals conceded resulted from avoidable errors. Despite the scoreline, she highlighted the team’s defensive discipline, pointing out that Australia was limited in creating clear chances. India maintained a structured approach…

New Delhi: India has reinforced its long standing cultural and sporting relationship with Jamaica by gifting a modern electronic scoreboard to the iconic Sabina Park stadium. The facility was formally dedicated during a joint event attended by India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness. Describing the moment, Jaishankar emphasised the deep connection shared by the two countries through cricket. He noted that the relationship between India and Jamaica is built on mutual respect, friendship, and a shared passion for the sport, expressing hope that the new scoreboard will witness many memorable performances in the years…

New Delhi: India has firmly dismissed Nepal’s اعتراض to the use of the Lipulekh Pass route for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, stating that its position on the matter remains consistent and based on historical practice. The annual pilgrimage, scheduled to take place from June to August, will be conducted through two established routes, Lipulekh Pass and Nathu La in Sikkim. The journey to Mount Kailash and Mansarovar Lake in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China holds deep religious significance for Hindus, Jains, and Buddhists. Authorities emphasised that Lipulekh Pass has been used as a traditional route for the Yatra since…

New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India is examining the possibility of introducing stricter off-field regulations in the Indian Premier League, focusing on the presence of players’ partners at team hotels. The move comes amid rising concerns around discipline, professionalism, and adherence to anti-corruption measures during the high-profile tournament. Discussions within the board have intensified after several prominent players were frequently seen accompanied by their girlfriends in team hotels and around match-related environments this season. The issue is expected to be formally taken up in an upcoming meeting, where clearer policies may be outlined. Current thinking within…