Sports Must Become a Collective National Mission: Mandaviya
-Everyday Life Should Embrace Sports, Says IOA President P.T. Usha New Delhi, September 12 (HS): The two-day conference PlayComm 2025: Business of Sports Summit began on Friday at Bharat Mandapam with a strong call to make sports an integral part of India’s national journey. Delivering the keynote address, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports,…
Former Sri Lankan President Chandrika Bandaranaike to Vacate Official Residence Within Two Months
Colombo (Sri Lanka), September 12 (HS): Former Sri Lankan President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga has announced that she will vacate her official residence within two months, following the implementation of the Presidential Entitlements (Repeal) Act. Kumaratunga, who served as President from 1994 to 2005, confirmed that she would move into her new house in Colombo once…
Austere Systems Makes Strong Market Debut, Hits Upper Circuit After Robust Listing
New Delhi, September 12 (HS): Software development firm Austere Systems delivered a stellar debut on the stock exchanges today, delighting its IPO investors. The company’s shares, issued at Rs 55 apiece in its initial public offering, listed at Rs 75.55 on the BSE SME platform—reflecting a premium of 37.36 percent. Soon after listing, strong buying…
Over 300 South Korean Workers Detained in Georgia Immigration Raid Return Home
Atlanta, USA, 12 September (H.S.): Over 300 South Korean workers detained in a large-scale US immigration raid at a Hyundai-LG battery plant in Georgia are set to return home on Friday, following diplomatic pressure and high-level discussions. The raid, which targeted workers alleged to be employed illegally, has sent shockwaves through South Korea’s industrial and…
Sharvaya Metals’ Stock Slips to Lower Circuit After Strong Debut
New Delhi, September 12 (HS): Aluminum products manufacturer Sharvaya Metals made a strong debut on the stock market today, cheering its IPO investors at the opening. However, the enthusiasm was short-lived as heavy selling pressure dragged the company’s shares down to the lower circuit immediately after listing. The IPO was priced at Rs 196 per…
Interim Government Talks in Nepal Rescheduled Amid Curfew Relaxation in Kathmandu
Kathmandu (Nepal), September 12 (HS): In the midst of an unprecedented political crisis, Nepal’s high-level meeting aimed at reaching a consensus on forming an interim government and dissolving parliament has been rescheduled. Originally slated for 9 a.m. on Friday, the crucial talks will now take place at 2 p.m., the Office of the President announced,…
Bullion Boom: 24-Carat Gold Crosses Historic ₹1.11 Lakh Mark
New Delhi, September 12 (HS): Precious metals in the Indian bullion market continued their record-breaking rally on Friday, with both gold and silver scaling new historic peaks. For the first time ever, 24-carat gold breached the ₹1.11 lakh per 10 gram mark, while 22-carat gold crossed the ₹1.02 lakh level. Silver too registered a sharp…
Victory Matters More Than Run Rate: Towhid Hridoy
Abu Dhabi, Sept 12 (HS): Bangladesh middle-order batter Towhid Hridoy underlined that the team’s primary objective was to secure victory rather than worry about net run rate after their seven-wicket triumph over Hong Kong on Thursday. “We could have finished the game earlier, but understanding the demands of the situation, we opted for a safe…
Ryan Routh Faces Five Charges as Trump Assassination Trial Gets Underway
Fort Pierce, Florida, 12 September (H.S.): The trial of Ryan Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump last September at his West Palm Beach golf course, commenced with an unusual opening as the defendant’s philosophical remarks were repeatedly cut short by the judge. Representing himself, Routh’s opening statement diverged from typical legal procedure,…