Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been handed a 10-match ban by FIFA following a scuffle with Spain players moments after the World Cup final. Paredes received the longest suspension among three Argentina players punished for the incident. The sanctions were announced by FIFA on Friday.Argentina defender Nahuel Molina has been suspended for seven matches, while…
Veteran politician Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir was on Friday (August 21, 2026) sworn in as Bangladesh’s 23rd President. Mr. Alamgir, a longtime secretary general of the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), was administered the oath of office by Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament) Acting Speaker Kayser Kamal at the Darbar Hall of Bangabhaban, the official office-cum-residence of…
Sekar Vembu, founder and chief executive of Vembu Technologies Chennai: Vembu Technologies, a software company focused on backup, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity solutions, targets more than $250 million in revenue, including $200 million in global business, over the next five years, as it scales and establishes itself as a larger, enterprise-focused player.The company, founded in…
Home matters glow warmly today, Leo. Mother’s love, support or even practical assistance can have a significant impact in the world, whether it’s advice during breakfast, backing purchases, or her quiet presence. The Moon favors peace in the home and Venus can bring peace to your home.You may feel drawn toward beautifying your space or…
Picture Credit: Instagram The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle who is best known for her role as Rachel Zane in the legal-drama show ‘Suits,’ seems to be marking her return to acting. According to the latest reports, she has been offered a role in an upcoming project based in the UK. The news comes as…
Jannik Sinner withdraws from US Open (Image: AP) World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the 2026 US Open due to a persistent right knee injury, dealing a major blow to the men’s singles draw ahead of the final Grand Slam of the season. The 25-year-old Italian announced his decision on Friday, August 21,…
U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor speaks with the media in Srinagar. | Photo Credit: Reuters As U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor avoided any high-profile meetings in Ladakh, the embassy on Friday (August 21, 2026) termed the three-day tour of the envoy as a sign of “growing U.S.-India partnership through meaningful dialogue and cultural…
Chennai: A war of words broke out in the assembly on Friday between HR&CE minister S Ramesh and former minister P K Sekarbabu over the handling of temple administration. While Ramesh accused the previous DMK govt of leaving projects worth ₹418 crores pending, Sekarbabu hit back, stating that succeeding govts should complete, not cancel, projects…
You’ll need sharp eyes and a quiet mouth today, Gemini. The Moon causes anxiety and Mars at an angle that is difficult makes small dangers seem more significant than they really are. Secret rivalries such as office politics or those who smile at you when they are trying to test your patience can appear through…
G A Pathanjali, managing director of High Energy Batteries, inaugurated the four-day event in the presence of Codissia president Rangaswamy and National Institute of Solar Energy director general Mohammad Rihan. COIMBATORE: The eighth edition of Elektrotec, an exhibition of electrical and electronic products organised by the Coimbatore District Small Industries Association (Codissia), began at the…