On Monday, Rahul had challenged the Prime Minister to an open debate on the allegations of him of becoming Prime Minister with "foreign help" saying the latter would not dare to accept it. The whole showdown began after Rahul retorted to Modi's 'Ekta Diwas' speech, in which the PM accused the opposition of turning into an "obstructionist force" (avrodh paksh).

Dhinidhi Desinghu has made history by clinching a bronze medal in the women's 100m freestyle at the Youth Olympics, becoming the first Indian swimmer to do so. Although she aimed for gold and hoped to shatter the 56-second mark, she expressed disappointment with her performance. This achievement is pivotal for Indian swimming, especially for female athletes.

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has recently undergone extensive repairs, as unveiled by Trump, marking a significant and costly restoration effort. Budget overruns have pushed expenses to over $14 million, primarily due to algae problems stemming from a failed blue coating. Officials assert that these costs are essential for the pool's lasting quality. Fortunately, after the essential maintenance work, the site is now welcoming visitors once again.

Ann Widdecombe’s Dartmoor home, where the former Conservative MP was murdered in July 2026, has been put on the market for £900,000, just four months after her death. The five-bedroom property, which she purchased for £600,000 in 2008, features a swimming pool, stables and extensive gardens, with its asking price reflecting a 50% increase.

<img border="0" hspace="10" align="left" src="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/135501333.cms">Indian equity benchmarks, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex are in deep red this year, In fact, they are set for their worst annual stress in over a decade. However, in the last two years MSCI’s Emerging Markets Index has actually seen a jump of 40%. So clearly India is out of favour with foreign investors who are selling here and buying elsewhere.

<img border="0" hspace="10" align="left" src="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/135490766.cms">As Dhanteras nears, Indian consumers are closely monitoring the recent drop in gold and silver prices, scrutinizing how this volatility might influence future values. Financial experts advise buyers to assess their personal needs and investment objectives before making any purchases. With more price changes anticipated in the months ahead, a gradual buying approach is recommended to handle potential risks effectively, ensuring that purchases reflect one's investment philosophy.

<img border="0" hspace="10" align="left" src="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/135491063.cms">State Bank of India reported a 14 percent increase in net profit for the July-September quarter. The bank's total income also rose significantly compared to the same period last year. Asset quality showed improvement, with gross non-performing assets declining notably. Provisions for bad loans decreased, reflecting better financial health during the quarter. The bank's capital adequacy ratio increased, indicating stronger financial stability moving forward.

<img border="0" hspace="10" align="left" src="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/135487633.cms">Air India is set to bolster its international reach by expanding orders for wide-body aircraft. CEO Tewolde Gebremariam remains optimistic about returning to profitability soon, despite the challenges of losses and escalating costs. The airline has initiated fleet renewal and adopted cost-saving strategies. Key hurdles include effective cost management and the rebalancing of hubs and networks.

<img border="0" hspace="10" align="left" src="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/135488376.cms">Stock market rally today: BSE Sensex ended the day at 76,917.85, up 1,225 points or 1.62%. Nifty50 closed at 23,810.85, up 370 points or 1.58%. The rally added nearly Rs 4 lakh crore to the combined market capitalisation of companies listed on the BSE, taking the total to Rs 486 lakh crore.

<img border="0" hspace="10" align="left" src="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/135451578.cms">Indian Railways is working towards starting trial runs of the B28 train on the 100-km Surat-Vapi stretch of the Ahmedabad-Mumbai High Speed Rail corridor by May-June 2027. Commercial services on this section are expected to commence in August 2027. What will be special about India’s first bullet train? What are the features that passengers can look forward to? We take a look:

On Monday, Rahul had challenged the Prime Minister to an open debate on the allegations of him of becoming Prime Minister with "foreign help" saying the latter would not dare to accept it. The whole showdown began after Rahul retorted to Modi's 'Ekta Diwas' speech, in which the PM accused the opposition of turning into an "obstructionist force" (avrodh paksh).

Dhinidhi Desinghu has made history by clinching a bronze medal in the women's 100m freestyle at the Youth Olympics, becoming the first Indian swimmer to do so. Although she aimed for gold and hoped to shatter the 56-second mark, she expressed disappointment with her performance. This achievement is pivotal for Indian swimming, especially for female athletes.

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has recently undergone extensive repairs, as unveiled by Trump, marking a significant and costly restoration effort. Budget overruns have pushed expenses to over $14 million, primarily due to algae problems stemming from a failed blue coating. Officials assert that these costs are essential for the pool's lasting quality. Fortunately, after the essential maintenance work, the site is now welcoming visitors once again.