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Sydney Sixers announces signing of James Hopes as new BBL coach

Sydney Sixers announces signing of James Hopes as new BBL coach

New Delhi: BBL (Big Bash League) franchise Sydney Sixers have come forward and announced the signing of former Australia all-rounder James Hopes as their new BBL coach. It is worth noting that Hopes will be replacing Greg Shipperd in the role. Interestingly, Hopes signed with Sixers on a two-year contract after Shipperd was sacked by the franchise midway through his contract. His exclusion from the side comes as a surprise to many, as under Shipperdโ€™s coaching, Sixers managed to reach the final of the BBL in January 2026.ย  Furthermore, this will be the first head coach role for Hopes, however,…
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Pharma stock below Rs 50 in focus after quarterly profit increases, check share price

Pharma stock below Rs 50 in focus after quarterly profit increases, check share price

Mumbai: Shares of specialty chemicals company Sudarshan Pharma gained nearly four per cent on Monday, May 4, 2026, after the company announced its financial results for the January-March quarter of the FY26. The action also comes as benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade on Monday amid easing oil prices and improving global sentiment, with Asian markets also trading higher. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 657.80 points to 77,571.30 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 213.35 points to 24,215.10. Amid this, the stock opened in green at Rs 31.40, 3.76 per cent from the previous close…
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Karan Johar ready to debut at Met Gala 2026

Karan Johar ready to debut at Met Gala 2026

Bollywoodโ€™s beloved filmmaker and fashion icon Karan Johar is set to storm the Met Gala red carpet in a custom Manish Malhotra. ย  The celebrity designer confirmed the news on CBSโ€™s Saturday Morning, promising "a lot more on the red carpet". ย  "This time Iโ€™m gonna be designing for a very big director whoโ€™s known for his fashion and movies, Karan Johar... Thereโ€™s gonna be a lot more coming up on the red carpetโ€ฆ letโ€™s wait and watch," Malhotra said. ย  The filmmaker has worn several outfits by the designer over the years. ย  Also read: Diljit brings โ€˜turban, culture,…
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How societal pressure shapes Indian children

How societal pressure shapes Indian children

โ€œLog kya kahengeโ€ sounds like concern, but for children it often translates into surveillance. It teaches them that the family image matters more than emotional honesty. That appearances matter more than distress. That a childโ€™s job is not to be understood, but to be managed.The cost is high. Children may stop sharing problems with parents. They may hide friendships, interests, feelings, even mistakes. Some develop perfectionism. Some rebel later. Some simply carry guilt into adulthood, unsure who they are beneath all the expectations.And yet, many parents are not acting out of cruelty. They are passing on a fear they inherited…
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Nitish’s son Nishant Kumar starts statewide ‘Sadbhav Yatra’

Nitish’s son Nishant Kumar starts statewide ‘Sadbhav Yatra’

JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar's son Nishant Kumar left for Bihar's West Champaran district on Sunday, where he will start his 'Sadbhav Yatra' as part of his mass contact mission.ย Nishant Kumar left for the district from the party headquarters here on a decorated van amid sounds of trumpets and blowing of conches as supporters showered flowers on him. ย  Talking to reporters before leaving, he said, "My first political journey โ€” Sadbhav Yatra โ€” will begin. The term 'sadbhav' signifies love and positive feelings. I will take everyone together, leaving no one behind." The 45-year-old, who joined the party only last…
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex surges 343 points, Nifty above 24,050 as crude oil holds steady

Market Opening Bell: Sensex surges 343 points, Nifty above 24,050 as crude oil holds steady

Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened higher on Monday, May 4, 2026, amid mixed global cues, with Brent crude oil prices holding steady after President Donald Trump said the US would help ships leave the Strait of Hormuz. While the 30-share BSE Sensex surged 343.77 points or 0.44 per cent to start the session at 77,257.27, the Nifty added 66 points to open at 24,063.55. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 76,913.50 and the Nifty 50 at 23,997.55. Similarly, the broader indices traded in the green in the opening session. While the BSE…
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Trump launches ‘project freedom’ to escort stranded ships of Hormuz, warns Iran of forceful response

Trump launches ‘project freedom’ to escort stranded ships of Hormuz, warns Iran of forceful response

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has announced a new naval initiative, dubbed Project Freedom, to guide stranded foreign ships safely through the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday. According to Trump, the mission is aimed at assisting vessels caught in the ongoing West Asia conflict that are โ€œinnocent bystandersโ€ and not directly involved in hostilities. Many of these ships, he said, are running dangerously low on food, drinking water, and other essential supplies needed to sustain large crews. Strong warning to Iran While presenting the move as a humanitarian effort, Trump issued a stern warning to Iran. He made it…
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Salman Khanโ€™s hilarious yet honest advice on staying real

Salman Khanโ€™s hilarious yet honest advice on staying real

Bollywood icon Salman Khan sent fans into a tizzy this Sunday when he shared an Instagram post that paired his signature style with a heartfelt piece of wisdom. ย  Dressed in a casual black T-shirt that he paired with a black fedora, Salman posed against a rustic outdoor backdrop at his farmhouse. The post quickly went viral, garnering over 5 lakh likes within a few hours of being uploaded. ย  In his caption, Salman shared a reflective message on decision-making and clarity in life. ย  "Thinking yeh hai kisi bhi field mai. Soch lo samaj lo clear ho jao decision…
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Is Shashank Singh playing for PBKS in IPL 2026 clash against GT at Narendra Modi Stadium?

Is Shashank Singh playing for PBKS in IPL 2026 clash against GT at Narendra Modi Stadium?

New Delhi: Shashank Singh missed out again as the Punjab Kings face the Gujarat Titans in their reverse fixture of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. After a win over the Titans in their tournament opener, the table-leaders Kings are looking for a double against the Shubman Gill-led team.ย  GT captain Gill won the toss and opted to bowl first. Shashank was not part of the PBKS team yet again, after having missed the game against the Rajasthan Royals on April 28. Shashank's change was a forced change for the game against the RR,…
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Washington Sundar takes Gujarat Titans home in nervy third straight win as PBKS suffer second loss

Washington Sundar takes Gujarat Titans home in nervy third straight win as PBKS suffer second loss

New Delhi: Washington Sundar showed nerves of steel to power Gujarat Titans home in a nervy win over Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on Sunday, May 3. Sundar played an unbeaten 40-run knock to help the Titans hunt down 164 in a four-wicket win on the second last ball of the clash. The hosts lost wickets in a flurry and it all came down to 11 needed off the final over as Arshad Khan farmed the strike with Sundar at the other end. He hit a four off a yorker against Marcus Stoinis on the second ball…
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