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Lamar Jackson sparks controversy by refusing to play NFL games in war zones amid league’s global expansion push | NFL News

Baltimore Ravens’ quarterback Lamar Jackson has voiced concerns regarding the NFL’s international expansion, particularly into conflict zones. While acknowledging the benefits of global promotion, Jackson emphasized player safety as his top priority. His reluctance comes as the NFL plans six more international games this season, highlighting the tension between business growth and player welfare. Lamar…

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Inflation watch: WPI rises to 0.52% in August after two months of deflation; food, manufacturing push prices higher

India’s wholesale price inflation (WPI) moved back into the positive zone in August, rising to 0.52 per cent after staying in deflation for two straight months, according to government data released on Monday. WPI had recorded (-) 0.58 per cent in July and (-) 0.19 per cent in June, while it stood at 1.25 per…

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NTPC clean energy push: Power giant explores nuclear ventures; standalone and JV routes on table

State-owned power major NTPC is planning to set up nuclear projects both through joint ventures and on a standalone basis, Chairman and Managing Director Gurdeep Singh has said.In a company document, Singh said NTPC is collaborating with nuclear technology providers as well as state governments to explore projects independently. “We are collaborating with various nuclear…

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Beating India? Pakistan urged to ‘push 10–20 per cent extra’ by former England cricketer Monty Panesar | Cricket News

Pakistan’s players in Asia Cup 2025 (AP Photo/Fatima Shbair) Former England spinner Monty Panesar has expressed confidence in India’s prospects against Pakistan in their upcoming Asia Cup match in Dubai, with India being named as the clear favourites.Panesar, known for his keen interest in India-Pakistan matches, notes that India’s team composition appears more balanced with…

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$3.4 billion push: India set to build new Indian Railways’ lines near China border; to complement road infra

India plans to strengthen its northeastern border region through extensive railway development. (AI image) India is planning to build railway lines in the north-east along the border with China, with an aim to enhance logistics infrastructure in the strategically important areas. The development, estimated to cost the government 300 billion rupees ($3.4 billion), has a…

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Self-reliance gains: Vocal for local push trims import bills for top firms; PLI schemes, duty hikes drive shift

India’s push for self-reliance in manufacturing is beginning to show results, with several consumer-facing companies cutting back sharply on their dependence on imports. As per ET, a study of 20 listed firms in automobiles, electronics and FMCG found that foreign exchange outflows as a share of sales have dropped significantly between FY20 and FY25, mainly…

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