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Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has described his side’s upcoming Bundesliga match against Borussia Dortmund as “a mini title,” highlighting the importance of this classic German football rivalry. Kompany’s comments come as Bayern sit comfortably at the top of the Bundesliga table, leading Dortmund by eight points with just over a quarter of the season remaining. Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany says beating Borussia Dortmund is like “a mini title” as the two Bundesliga heavyweights prepare for their classic showdown. The fixture between the Bavarian giants and Dortmund  often referred to as Der Klassiker   carries immense prestige in German football. Kompany stressed that, even if Bayern are favourites for the championship this season, beating Dortmund remains a major objective because of the rivalry’s historical and emotional weight for players, fans, and the league as a whole. According to Kompany, victories in these high‑profile matches are not just ab...

 The Indian rupee weakened modestly on Friday, declining by 8 paise to settle at ₹90.99 against the US dollar . This movement came amid external and domestic pressures including rising crude oil prices, foreign portfolio outflows, and a decline in equity markets. The Indian rupee ended lower at ₹90.99 per US dollar as market pressures weighed on the currency. What Drove the Rupee’s Decline Forex traders identified several key factors behind the rupee’s slip: Higher crude oil prices put pressure on India’s trade balance because India imports a significant portion of its energy needs. Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) selling of Indian equities reduced demand for the rupee, leading to increased demand for foreign currency. Domestic equity markets were weak , prompting investors to reduce risk exposure and move assets out of Indian markets. The combined effect was a slight depreciation of the rupee at the end of trading. Recent Currency Trends In the sessions le...

Manchester United’s recent managerial shake‑up has created financial ripples far beyond the pitch. The decision to sack head coach Ruben Amorim in early January 2026 is expected to cost the Premier League giants nearly £16 million in compensation and related expenses, as disclosed in their latest accounts. Manchester United could pay up to £16 million in compensation after sacking coach Ruben Amorim — a costly managerial shift for the Premier League club. What’s the Cost Breakdown? The club’s financial disclosure reveals: A £6.3 million write‑off related to intangible assets from Amorim’s original signing. A £15.9 million provision set aside as a potential settlement payment to Amorim and his coaching staff  the maximum amount United could owe based on contractual conditions, including whether Amorim finds another job within a specified period. This doesn’t include earlier compensation paid to Sporting Lisbon to secure Amorim’s services in November 2024 or the cost of d...

  Diabetes care in India is set for a major expansion as Abbott and Novo Nordisk India have announced a strategic partnership to introduce a second brand of the GLP‑1 diabetes treatment semaglutide   marketed globally as Ozempic   under the name Extensior . Abbott and Novo Nordisk India collaborate to launch Extensior, a second semaglutide brand to expand diabetes care access across India. Under this collaboration, Abbott will leverage its extensive distribution network across India to commercialise Extensior and reach a broader range of patients beyond the urban centres where Novo Nordisk has traditionally focused. What Is Extensior and Why It Matters Extensior is a once‑weekly semaglutide injection approved as an adjunct to diet and exercise to manage blood glucose levels in adults living with type 2 diabetes . Semaglutide  a GLP‑1 receptor agonist   has shown significant benefits in lowering HbA1c, aiding weight control, and reducing risks of heart ...

  Introduction The global finance industry is filled with stories of ambition, risk, and transformation  but few journeys reflect resilience and strategic brilliance as strongly as Shyam Maheshwari SSG . From a modest upbringing in Bihar to building leadership roles across Asia’s investment landscape, his career represents the power of discipline, education, and long-term thinking. A humble beginning in Katihar, Bihar shaped a disciplined and ambitious mindset. An Indian entrepreneur, Chartered Accountant, and investment professional, he has built a remarkable profile through international banking, private credit, and alternative asset management. A Humble Beginning in Katihar, Bihar Born in Katihar, Bihar, Shyam’s early life was shaped by simplicity and strong academic values. Far away from the world of global investment platforms, his childhood environment instilled in him the hunger to learn and the determination to succeed. These early values later became the foundati...

The United States State Department has issued a travel advisory urging American citizens to reconsider travel to Pakistan due to rising security concerns. The advisory highlights serious risks, including terrorism, kidnappings, civil unrest, and crime, affecting how travel and safety are viewed in the region. The US State Department has issued a travel advisory urging citizens to reconsider travel to Pakistan due to terrorism, crime, and kidnapping risks. What the Warning Says The updated advisory places Pakistan under a Level 3 travel advisory , meaning: Reconsider travel to Pakistan due to serious safety risks Terrorist attacks may occur without warning Potential targets include transport hubs, hotels, markets, airports, schools, hospitals, and places of worship The warning applies to all US citizens , including those of Pakistani origin Certain regions in Pakistan, particularly parts of Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) , have been designated as Level 4: Do ...