CHENNAI: Private equity and venture capital (PE-VC) investments fell 5% year-on-year during the Jan-June period of CY2026 to $17.5 billion, compared with $18.4 billion in the corresponding period of CY2025. PE-VC investments, excluding those in the real estate sector, remained flat at $1.9 billion in June 2026, according to data released by research firm Venture…
Belgium’s Youri Tielemans (8) celebrates after scoring during the World Cup Round of 32 match against Senegal. (AP Photo) Belgium produced one of the greatest escapes of the FIFA World Cup 2026, overturning a two-goal deficit with three late goals — including the latest goal in World Cup history — to beat Senegal 3-2 after…
Quote of the day by Morgan Freeman: When the veteran actor said it is important to challenge your reality.(Image Credit: Instagram) Even in his 80s, Morgan Freeman, the actor with an impeccable voice and career spanning over decades, is a force to be reckoned with in Hollywood. Over the years, he has given unforgettable performances…
424’s decision to have influencer Clavicular open its SS27 Paris Fashion Week show sparked widespread criticism from fashion commentators and social media users. Many argued the controversial casting overshadowed the collection itself and reflected fashion’s growing reliance on viral moments. The backlash has fueled a broader debate over whether brands benefit from courting controversy or…
There’s rarely anything memorable about standing in a baggage check-in queue. You hand over your luggage, collect your boarding pass, and move on. But one passenger says a recent airport experience gave him something he wasn’t expecting – a lesson that, in his words, had nothing to do with millionaires or motivational speakers. His interaction…
The day stays balanced, neither too heavy nor too exciting. Income and expenditure more or less match, and that itself brings a bit of peace. Jupiter keeps things from tipping too far either way, though the Moon may cause a few changes in plan. One of them could be a cancelled long journey.Don’t get discouraged…
Observed every year on July 1, CA Day commemorates the establishment of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) under the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949. The occasion celebrates the contribution of Chartered Accountants to India’s financial system while exploring the profession’s origins, ICAI’s role, its guiding motto, and the significance of the annual observance….
Chester-le-Street [England], Jul 01 (ANI): India’s Harshit Rana gets stumped by England’s wicketkeeper Jos Buttler during the 1st T20I, at Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street on Wednesday. (ANI Photo) Despite the rain washing out the opening T20I against India, England wicketkeeper Jos Buttler achieved a significant personal milestone by completing 100 dismissals in T20 Internationals. Buttler…
Mumbai: Heavy rain continued to lash Mumbai on Wednesday, inundating several low-lying areas, triggering tree fall incidents and pushing rainfall in parts of the eastern suburbs well past the 150 mm mark within 12 hours.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red nowcast warning for Mumbai around 12.30 pm on Wednesday, warning of intense spells…
New Delhi: The trade and taxes department has issued a circular directing all officers and employees to maintain proper attire, office decorum and discipline while on duty.The circular, issued by the special commissioner, underlines the importance of professional conduct in ensuring an efficient, dignified and citizen-friendly work environment. It states that all officials must wear…
