Record-signing Ozil set for debut
With the disruption of the international break over, Premier League clubs will be looking for their late additions to make an instant impact this weekend.
Sign of revival? IIP up to 2.6%
Industrial production rebounded in July, growing by 2.6 per cent due to a spurt in capital goods. Retail inflation, based on the consumer price index, also eased slightly to 9.52 per cent in August, down from 9.64 per cent in July.
Lalu son Tejaswi set for key RJD role
RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav’s younger son Tejaswi Yadav is likely to play a major role in the RJD to retain his family’s tight hold on the party as his father and former Bihar strongman faces political uncertainties due to the nearing verdict in a fodder scam case against him.
Super Storm best for feature event
Satish Narredu-trained Super Storm looks set to win the Maharaja’s Cup, the feature event of the races to be held here on Friday.
India coach’s role under scanner?
National football chief coach Wim Koevermans’ role has come in for a sharp criticsm as India lost their stronghold in the Saff Championships after being beaten by Afghanistan in the final.
Infighting in BJP, SP to help Cong
The Congress appears to be gleefully watching the dance of dissidence within both the BJP and the Samajwadi Party, as these developments could well work in favour of the Grand Old Party, particularly in politically crucial Uttar Pradesh.
J&K orders probe into Shopian firings
The Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday ordered a magisterial inquiry into the firing incidents outside a CRPF camp in Shopian district which left five persons dead over the past five days.
Specialist impresses at trials
Kohinoor Wish, Specialist and Machiavellianism impressed when the horses were exercised at Malakpet Racecourse here on Thursday.
Juniors up for big test
The Sultan of Johor Cup hockey tournament in Malaysia this month gives Junior India coach Gregg Clark one last opportunity to “test his wards” before the big test at home — the Junior World Cup in December.
Petrol price to come down?
Petrol price may be cut by as much as `1-1.50 per litre next week on falling international oil rates and appreciating rupee while a decision on raising diesel and LPG prices is likely in a few weeks.