Tribune headlines news today
Here are some of the top headlines from The Tribune, a leading English-language newspaper in India:
National
- India's GDP growth slows down to 5.7% in Q1: The country's economic growth has slowed down to 5.7% in the first quarter of the current fiscal year, according to the National Statistical Office (NSO).
- Supreme Court to hear pleas against Article 370 abrogation: The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a batch of petitions challenging the Centre's decision to abrogate Article 370 of the Constitution, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir.
- Rahul Gandhi to face trial in defamation case: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been ordered to face trial in a defamation case filed by a Surat-based businessman over his alleged remarks against him.
International
- US-Iran tensions escalate as Iran seizes British tanker: Iran has seized a British oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions between the two countries.
- Hong Kong protests turn violent as police clash with demonstrators: Pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong have turned violent, with police using tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse demonstrators.
- NATO leaders meet to discuss global security challenges: Leaders of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) have gathered in Brussels to discuss global security challenges, including the threat from Russia and terrorism.
Sports
- India wins series against West Indies: India has won the three-match ODI series against the West Indies, with a convincing victory in the third match.
- Rohit Sharma becomes first batsman to score two centuries in World Cup: Indian opener Rohit Sharma has become the first batsman to score two centuries in a single World Cup, with a brilliant century against the West Indies.
- Lionel Messi wins record-breaking sixth Ballon d'Or: Argentine footballer Lionel Messi has won a record-breaking sixth Ballon d'Or award, beating out other top contenders including Cristiano Ronaldo.
Business
- Sensex plunges 400 points as global markets tumble: The Indian stock market has plunged, with the Sensex falling over 400 points, as global markets tumbled due to concerns over the US-China trade war.
- RBI keeps interest rates unchanged: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept interest rates unchanged, citing concerns over inflation and the global economic slowdown.
- Amazon to invest $1 billion in Indian e-commerce: E-commerce giant Amazon has announced plans to invest $1 billion in the Indian market, as it looks to expand its presence in the country.
These are just some of the top headlines from The Tribune. Please note that the headlines may change as the day progresses and new news breaks.