NEW DELHI: Amid continuing tensions in West Asia, Iran and the UAE are expected to join fellow Brics members at the bloc’s second Cultural Working Group meeting in Varanasi from June 4-5. The conference will dwell on the theme “building resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability” with Artificial Intelligence and repatriation of cultural property among priority…
AICF confirms new dates GM Abhijeet Gupta flags 2026 chess nationals snub (Photo by Amit Sharma) NEW DELHI: The All India Chess Federation (AICF) has officially announced new dates for the senior National Chess Championship, ensuring the event is held in 2026 rather than being pushed into 2027. The tournament will now take place from…
Photo credit: X/@narendramodi NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed condolences on the passing of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who died at the age of 92 in Mumbai.In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Deeply saddened by the passing of Asha Bhosle Ji, one of the most iconic and versatile voices India…
NEW DELHI: The government announced the rationalisation of royalty rates and methodologies for crude oil, natural gas and casing head condensate (a light hydrocarbon liquid obtained during gas production), in a move aimed at simplifying regulations and boosting India’s upstream energy sector.Union petroleum and natural gas minister Hardeep Singh Puri said the decision would bring…
Today shines a light on the importance of spousal support, fostering goodwill and elevating spirits without the need for requests. The atmosphere is ripe for romance, perfect for cherishing life’s small moments together. Show kindness to the women in your life, as a gentle approach can create meaningful connections. Support arrives from the closest corner,…
Mulank 8 individuals, born on specific dates, are influenced by Saturn’s karma and discipline. These people often face early responsibilities and develop significant inner strength and resilience. They tend to be quiet observers, carefully assessing situations before acting. Their disciplined approach and ability to endure hardship lead to eventual success and respect. Mulank 8 individuals…
NEW CHANDIGARH: The last time Mohammed Siraj ran in at Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the contest lasted only a couple of overs, but still captured the mood of this IPL season. After being swatted for six in the first over, and then hit for three boundaries in Siraj’s second, the Gujarat Titans pacer banged one in short…
Owning a car comes with its own set of challenges. Unexpected roads, traffic, heat and dust all take a toll on your vehicle. Most expensive repairs don’t happen suddenly. They build up slowly because small issues are ignored. Here are some real problems car owners face and what you can do to avoid big bills….
An Indian Air Force aircraft from Air Force Station Bamrauli crash-landed in the Rambagh area of Prayagraj, UP around 12.30 pm on Wednesday. Video footage of the incident shows the aircraft descending under an emergency parachute before safely force-landing in an uninhabited area, averting any major accident. The parachute deployment significantly reduced the landing impact,…
Ravi Shastri and Hardik Pandya (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to bowl first against Mumbai Indians in their crucial IPL 2026 clash at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday.KKR went unchanged from their previous game, while Mumbai received a major boost with skipper Hardik Pandya…
