MUMBAI: Banks have asked govt to review the definition of affordable housing by revising property value and size thresholds to reflect inflation and changing requirements, as rising ticket sizes and interest costs render existing limits less relevant.“We are the market leaders in housing finance and our home loan portfolio has grown by 13.7%. Our average…
Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Gujarat Titans openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan continued their incredible partnership streak in IPL 2026 during Saturday’s clash against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. The Gujarat Titans opening pair once again laid a rock-solid foundation, tormenting the Rajasthan Royals bowlers…
The West Bengal Board of Madrasah Education has officially declared the High Madrasah, Alim and Fazil examination results 2026 at wbbme.org. The results were announced during a press conference held on May 8 at the board headquarters, where officials also released the topper lists and category-wise pass percentages.Candidates who appeared for the traditional and secondary-equivalent…
With another tax return filing season round the corner, it is pertinent for taxpayers to plan. (AI image) India’s personal tax compliance framework is undergoing a decisive transformation, driven by digitisation, pre-filled data integration, and the introduction of simplified tax regimes by the Indian Income tax department.The Income tax return (ITR) forms for FY 2025–26…
Jofra Archer (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI:Rajasthan Royals did not get the start they expected from star pacer Jofra Archer as the speedster endured a nightmare first over against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026. Archer struggled badly with his line and rhythm, ending up bowling an 11-ball over – joining an unwanted list of bowlers…
Authorities in Mexico have announced plans to end the school year more than a month early as the country prepares to host matches for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The move has triggered criticism from parents, policy groups and business organisations.Education Secretary Mario Delgado said the academic session would end on June 5, around 40…
China’s rare earth exports were valued at $64.2 million in April 2026, according to preliminary trade data released by the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC), ANI reported.The customs data showed that China exported 5,308.6 tonnes of rare earths during the month.China’s overall exports rose 12 per cent month-on-month in…
Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Sunday is set to witness a blockbuster IPL 2026 clash between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, but the match comes with a major setback for Mumbai Indians. Star allrounder Hardik Pandya will miss the high-profile encounter scheduled to be played at the Shaheed Veer…
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping hiring across the US, with many companies now using AI to screen resumes, reject applicants and assist in workforce decisions. A new MyPerfectResume survey reveals growing concerns that while AI improves speed and efficiency, it may also overlook qualified candidates and weaken human judgment in critical employment decisions. A job…
Gujarat has initiated battery energy storage systems with a total capacity of 870 MW at five locations across the state to strengthen grid stability and support the growing integration of renewable energy, PTI reported citing officials on Saturday.Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are used to store electricity generated from solar and other renewable sources and…
