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New Delhi: The Indian junior men’s hockey team produced a spirited performance to hold Pakistan to a thrilling 3-3 draw in their third group-stage match of the Sultan of Johor Cup on Tuesday. The contest saw momentum swing dramatically as India fought back from two goals down to take the lead, only for Pakistan to find a late equaliser and split the points. For India, Araijeet Singh Hundal (43’), Sourabh Anand Kushwaha (47’) and Manmeet Singh (53’) were on target, while Pakistan’s goals came through Hannan Shahid (5’) and Sufyan Khan (39’, 55’). The result keeps India unbeaten…

New Delhi: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India’s GDP growth forecast upward to 6.6% for the financial year 2025-26, from its earlier projection of 6.4%, even as the country faces higher US tariffs on exports. In its latest World Economic Outlook, the IMF said the improvement stems from the strong momentum seen in the first quarter of the fiscal year, which more than offsets the impact of the increased US effective tariff rate on Indian imports since July. India’s economy expanded at a rapid 7.8% in the April–June quarter of 2025-26, its fastest growth in over…

New Delhi: Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani announced that the conglomerate achieved a 16.5% return on assets (ROA) in the financial year 2024-25, placing it among the world’s highest performers in the infrastructure sector. He credited the strong results to disciplined expansion, efficient capital use, and a focus on productivity across business verticals. Speaking at the annual Shantilal Adani Lecture Series, Adani said the figure demonstrates the Group’s ability to generate profitable growth and sustain investor confidence. “Our growth is profitable, our assets are productive, and our capital is working with precision,” he noted. He added that the…

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday permitted the temporary sale and use of green firecrackers in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) during Diwali, setting clear timelines and guidelines to balance festive celebrations with environmental concerns. A bench comprising Chief Justice BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran said that green firecrackers can be sold between October 18 and 25, while their use will be allowed only from October 18 to 21 between 6 pm and 10 pm. The court directed police authorities to form special patrolling teams to ensure that only approved firecrackers with QR…

Jaisalmer: At least 20 people were killed and 16 others severely injured after a private bus travelling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur caught fire on Tuesday afternoon. Investigations have revealed that the vehicle, operated by KK Travels, had been converted into an AC sleeper coach with sealed glass windows and flammable interiors, which caused the flames to spread rapidly. The incident occurred around 3 pm on the Jaisalmer Jodhpur highway when smoke was first seen coming from the rear of the bus. Despite the driver halting immediately, the fire engulfed the vehicle within minutes, trapping dozens of passengers inside.…

Jammu: Western Army Commander Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar on Tuesday warned that Pakistan may attempt another Pahalgam-style terror attack, but asserted that India’s response Operation Sindoor 2.0—would be far more powerful and decisive. Speaking at an event commemorating the 60th anniversary of the 1965 Indo-Pak war, Lt Gen Katiyar said Pakistan lacks the capacity to engage India in open warfare and continues to rely on terrorism as part of its long-standing strategy to “bleed India through a thousand cuts.” He emphasised that any future provocation will invite a stronger and deadlier response from Indian forces. “The action…

Washington: The United States is looking to its global allies, including India, for support in responding to China’s new export restrictions on rare earth elements, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday. In an interview with Fox News, Bessent described China’s move as “China versus the world,” asserting that Washington expects a united front from its partners in Europe and Asia. He said the US is already in discussions with several nations and anticipates strong backing from India and other democratic countries in countering Beijing’s trade measures. “We have already been in touch with allies and will…