ASCI flags surge in misleading ads, online betting and real estate sectors lead violations

  The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has flagged a sharp rise in misleading advertisements across digital and traditional media platforms. From online betting to real estate and even social media promotions, the report indicates that a large number of ads are violating advertising norms and misleading consumers. According to ASCI’s 2024-25 report: The…

Joshlin Smith’s mother, Kelly, jailed for kidnapping and selling her in South Africa

Khanyisile Ngcobo BBC News, Johannesburg BBC A South African woman convicted of kidnapping and trafficking her six-year-old daughter has been sentenced to life in prison, along with her two accomplices. The jail terms for Racquel “Kelly” Smith, her boyfriend Jacquen Appollis and their friend Steveno van Rhyn’s come more than a year after Joshlin Smith…

NSE, BSE Top gainers & losers today May 29: Sensex, Nifty 50 trim early gains; Trent, Wipro, IndusInd lead gains, Welspun Corp, Cummins India, IRCTC, Gensol, Bajaj Auto shares in focus

The volatility index dropped 8% to 16.58 The equity indices erased early gains despite positive global cues, outweighed by block deals and increased selling pressure in the primary market. Sensex declined by 160.10 pts or 0.20 per cent to 81,152.22 as at 12.46 pm, erasing early gains of 500 pts. Nifty 50 slipped by 40.30 pts…

Pakistan Dominates Bangladesh in 1st T20I at Lahore; Hasan Ali Shines with a Five-Wicket Haul

Lahore, Pakistan – May 28, 2025 – Pakistan kicked off their three-match T20I series against Bangladesh with a commanding 37-run victory in the first encounter at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. A stellar all-round performance, highlighted by captain Salman Agha’s fluent half-century and a sensational five-wicket haul from the returning Hasan Ali, proved too strong…

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