The measures are being considered as sugar prices have surged ahead of the peak festival season (representative image) India is considering a series of measures, including limited duty-free sugar imports and tighter stockholding limits for bulk traders, to boost domestic supplies and rein in record sugar prices, government and industry sources said on Tuesday, according…
Rodri (Pic credit: FC Barcelona) Barcelona have officially announced the signing of Spain captain Rodri from Manchester City, adding one of the world’s most accomplished midfielders to a squad already packed with Spanish talent.The 30-year-old midfielder has signed a contract that will keep him at the Catalan club until 2030, Barcelona confirmed on Tuesday after…
A European rabbit in Tasmania. Image Credit: JJ Harrison/Wikipedia In 1937, Australian scientists took an unusual step in the fight against one of the country’s most destructive pests known as ‘rabbits.’ They released rabbits carrying ‘myxoma virus’ on Wardang Island, off South Australia, to see whether the disease could spread naturally. The experiment was part…
FUEL wins CSR Times 2026 Award for innovative education and CSR model PUNE: City-based Friends Union for Energising Lives (FUEL), recognised for its innovative initiatives in education and effective utilisation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds for institution-building, was conferred the prestigious ‘CSR Times 2026’ Award at the 13th National CSR and ESG Summit. The…
Raj Kundra opens up about his 63-day jail ordeal, weight loss and Shilpa Shetty’s unwavering support. Businessman-turned-actor Raj Kundra has opened up about one of the most difficult phases of his life, recalling his 2021 arrest in the pornography case, his 63 days in Mumbai’s Arthur Road Jail and the unwavering support he received from…
August 18, 2026, presents a Jia Zi Day, encouraging patient growth and future planning. This day favors thoughtful decisions over immediate results in various life aspects. Certain Chinese Zodiac animals should exercise caution, while others may find opportunities for progress. Strategic planning and intelligent decision-making are key to navigating the day’s energy effectively. Taking small,…
Kejriwal accused the BJP of using false charges to imprison people and questioned who would compensate those subjected to imprisonment and alleged mental harassment. NEW DELHI: AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday reacted sharply to the arrest of former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain in an alleged corruption case linked to the Delhi Jal Board….
US and Canada hold last-minute talks to stop Trump’s 50% tariffs The United States and Canada are in a race against the clock to reach a tariff agreement before a 12:01 am Wednesday deadline imposed by US President Donald Trump.Failure to strike a deal could see Trump impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of…
Pakistan suffer a major setback ahead of the first Test against England as newly reappointed captain Babar Azam is ruled out with a finger injury. Babar injures the middle finger of his right hand while batting against the West Indies and aggravates it during a warm-up game in Beckenham.“Pakistan captain Babar Azam is unavailable for…
European hedgehog (Image Credit: Canva) What was once seen as a useful garden helper in New Zealand has become an unexpected threat to some of the country’s most vulnerable wildlife. European hedgehogs were deliberately introduced to New Zealand in the 19th century, with acclimatisation societies releasing them in the hope that they would help control…
