Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma has joined gaming studio LightFury Games as an investor, becoming the eighth marquee cricketer to back the company. He will also feature as an officially licensed player in the upcoming title eCricket, which enters closed beta in September 2026. The game's latest teaser surpassed one million views, and over 300,000 fans have already signed up.
Fast-fashion retailer Shein is set to debut on the Hong Kong stock exchange in September, aiming for a valuation of up to $27 billion. The IPO, which could raise around $1.8 billion, follows failed attempts to list in New York and London amid regulatory scrutiny.
The Securities Appellate Tribunal dismissed Ketan Parekh's appeal against Sebi's denial of his request to cross-examine two Capital Group traders in an alleged front-running case, ruling that after a matter is reserved, the only remedy is to challenge the final order.
The Delhi High Court on Monday issued summons to commentator Abhijit Iyer Mitra and several media platforms in a suit filed by Saurav Das, who alleges his residential details were unlawfully made public. The court listed the matter for further hearing on September 14.
Royal Enfield is set to launch the Himalayan 440 on September 4, 2026, positioned as a simpler, more affordable adventure tourer. Meanwhile, the more powerful Himalayan 750, expected with advanced touring features, has been spotted testing and may be unveiled at EICMA 2026.
Rishabh Pant overtook MS Dhoni as India's leading designated wicketkeeper run-scorer in away/neutral Tests and became the country's top run-getter in World Test Championship history during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Reports suggest Ishaan Khatter and Chandni Bainz have parted ways after three years, with a Filmfare source saying they have been spending time apart. The news comes amid online buzz over Khatter's on-screen chemistry with actress Sara Arjun, though a source has dismissed romance rumors as baseless.
On the latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati, Amitabh Bachchan shared a personal anecdote about how he manages late shoots without facing Jaya Bachchan's questions. The megastar also disclosed that he handles household chores when staff is absent and joked about his cooking limitations.
The Supreme Court has taken note of a plea alleging that private entities are selling citizens' EPFO and ITR data for as little as Rs 100. The Court expressed concern over the commercial exploitation of sensitive personal data and has suggested that the Centre devise safeguards with the help of domain experts.
Flipkart is offering the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (256GB) at an effective price of Rs 81,000 when combining exchange and bank discounts, with the deal applying to the Silver colour option. The listing price stands at Rs 1,29,900, down from Rs 1,34,900, and additional savings come from an instant discount, exchange values, and card-specific benefits.
Shares of rice exporters LT Foods and KRBL rallied up to 13% on August 24, with LT Foods hitting a 52-week high amid heavy volumes. The surge comes amid expectations of firm rice prices and export recovery, while brokerage firms maintain Buy ratings on both stocks.
China’s J-16 fighter and France’s Rafale are participating in the Eagles of Civilization joint air exercise in Egypt, which began August 22. The drills focus on joint training and coordination, not on a direct comparison of the aircraft, according to the Egyptian Armed Forces.
The Magnificent Seven's dominance in the S&P 500 is showing signs of broadening as equal-weight indices outperform. Analysts point to infrastructure, power, and applied AI as the next beneficiaries, while cautionary notes from the BIS and ECB highlight potential risks.
The makers of 'Mahakali' have released the first glimpse, titled 'Shukracharya's War Cry', featuring Akshaye Khanna in a dramatic transformation as the Asura guru. The nearly three-minute teaser sets up a battle between Dharma and Adharma, with Sriya Reddy appearing as Goddess Kali. The film is directed by Puja Aparna Kolluru, part of the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe, and is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on January 8, 2027.
A fire broke out at a car showroom near Kolkata International Airport, destroying around 30 vehicles. Separately, three people died in a fire at a manufacturing unit in Anandapur, with rescue operations ongoing.
India's provisional Service PPI for Q1 FY2026-27 shows air passenger prices up 31.94% year-on-year, the sharpest among seven tracked services. Banking and securities declined, while pension funds and railways rose modestly. The new index, with base 2022-23, aims to complement WPI and CPI.
Gold Coast has confirmed Ben King will depart the club during the off-season, with the key forward expected to nominate Hawthorn as his preferred destination. The Suns retain the right to match any offer, and the 26-year-old was emotional after his final game against St Kilda.
Israel announced the discovery of the Altalena, an Irgun arms ship sunk by IDF shelling in 1948, found intact at a depth of 503 meters off the coast. The find, described by Heritage Minister Amihai Eliyahu as a painful chapter in Israeli history, underscores enduring political divisions rooted in the event.
The US military struck an alleged drug trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two people, in the first known strike in over two months. The strike has renewed debate over the legality and effectiveness of the campaign, with critics calling it extrajudicial killing.
The PML-N has secured five of seven reserved seats in the AJK Legislative Assembly, with the PPP taking two, following Monday's polling. The results bring the assembly closer to full composition after security-related delays in seven constituencies. The elections were staggered due to law and order concerns, and the assembly is set to meet for its inaugural session.