Varanasi has solidified its reputation as a pivotal centre for Geographical Indication -tagged products, significantly enhancing the local economy and safeguarding traditional crafts.Historically known for its rich cultural heritage, Varanasi and adjoining districts now stand as a major player in India’s GI landscape, with an impressive portfolio of 32 registered GI tags encompassing textiles, handicrafts,…
On Sunday, the romance rumours of pop sensation Katy Perry with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were all over the internet. After multiple media outlets obtained pictures of them kissing on a yacht off the Santa Barbara Coast, they attracted a lot of headlines. Following the same, the pop sensation had a live performance…
8 business tycoons who benefited from H-1B: Here is what they studied The H-1B visa has long been a gateway for highly skilled professionals from around the world to contribute to the US economy. Many international leaders in technology and business began their journey in the United States through this program. Their stories highlight how…
Ryan Rickelton of South Africa (AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary) The opening Test match between Pakistan and South Africa in Lahore reached an exciting phase on day three, with spinners Noman Ali and Senuran Muthusamy dominating the proceedings.Muthusamy achieved his first 10-wicket match haul, restricting Pakistan to 167 in their second innings. This set South Africa a…
National capital (File – agencies) NEW DELHI: The commission for air quality management (CAQM) in Delhi-NCR has imposed Stage-I of the graded response action plan (GRAP) after the air quality index (AQI) in the region dropped to 211, categorising it as ‘poor’, according to a statement released by the commission.The move which comes just days…
Most people know about contributions of martyrs like Chandra Shekhar Azad, Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru and others who laid down their lives in the freedom struggle, but there were many unsung heroes from the Sangam city whose names were confined to old documents for decades.Martyr Memorial Wall on Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Civil Lines, is enough…
‘Thamma’ is a vampire-themed romantic horror-comedy directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna. Set in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, it follows their passionate love story amidst supernatural threats. The film releases this Diwali, October 21, 2025, promising thrills and romance. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, ‘Thamma’ serves as the fifth chapter in…
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma (Image credit: Instagram) NEW DELHI: The anticipation is building as star batter Virat Kohli prepares to feature in India’s three-match ODI series against Australia, starting October 19. Kohli reached Delhi on Tuesday ahead of his flight to Australia, marking the start of what is being billed as a highly anticipated…
Maithili Thakur joins BJP ahead of Bihar polls NEW DELHI: In a major political development ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, folk and devotional singer Maithili Thakur on Tuesday formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Patna, in the presence of Bihar BJP President Dilip Jaiswal.As per news agency ANI, sources indicate that Thakur…
It’s good news for motorists travelling by road between Lucknow and Kanpur.During a recent review meeting attended by administrative officials, the defence minister’s advisor requested an update from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), which confirmed that the project is almost complete, and only minor works are remaining on the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway.These final tasks…