India announces record $85bn defence budget, up 15% from last year

India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman waves as she holds a folder bearing the Government of India’s emblem, while posing with her officials before leaving her office to present the annual federal budget in parliament, in New Delhi, India, February 1. PHOTO: REUTERS NEW DELHI: India will spend a record amount on infrastructure and defence, the … Read more

Arsenal hoist first Women’s Champions Cup

LONDON: Arsenal’s Caitlin Foord struck in extra time to power them to victory in the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup on Sunday, defeating Brazil’s Corinthians 3-2 in a rain‑soaked final at the Emirates Stadium. Reigning Champions League winners Arsenal looked set to seal the title in normal time, leading 2-1 before Vic Albuquerque converted a 96th‑minute … Read more

Inter Milan extend Serie A lead

MILAN: Inter Milan moved eight points clear at the top of Serie A after a comfortable 2-0 victory over hosts Cremonese on Sunday, but the victory was marred by a flare thrown on to the pitch from the away end that narrowly missed home goalkeeper Emil Audero. The win takes Inter to 55 points from … Read more