More than 20 US warships deployed against Iran in Hormuz; 55 vessels redirected

VVS Laxman reveals why he declined India head coach role after Dravid's exit

Former India batter VVS Laxman has disclosed his reasons for turning down the national head coach position in 2024. The BCCI approached Laxman after Rahul Dravid's tenure concluded following India's T20 World Cup victory. Laxman chose to remain in his role at the Centre of Excellence rather than take up the top coaching job. He cited family considerations and his commitment to developing the Centre of Excellence as the key factors behind his decision.

Sharad Pawar’s MPs to meet PM Modi; Cong asks them to delink women’s quota, delimitation

Motilal Oswal picks Happy Forgings and Siemens Energy as top buys this week

Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk has released its stock recommendations for the week beginning August 10, 2026. The firm has shortlisted two companies as its top picks for investors this week. Happy Forgings and Siemens Energy have been identified as the most attractive buying opportunities. The recommendations come as part of the wealth management firm's regular weekly equity analysis for retail and institutional investors.

Typhoon Dolphin hits eastern China; 1,400 Shanghai flights cancelled