NEW DELHI: Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal’s recent three-day visit to Israel highlighted India’s growing role as a trusted and reliable partner on the global stage. Invited by Israel’s Minister of Economy and Industry, Nir Barkat, Goyal visited the country from November 20–22.“Today, India is emerging as a trusted friend and a reliable…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court is set to hear on Monday a plea filed by Sonam Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali J Angmo. The plea challenges the climate activist’s detention under the stringent National Security Act (NSA) as illegal and an arbitrary exercise violating his fundamental rights.The matter will be heard before a bench comprising Justices Aravind…
Rishabh Pant made his frustration clear with his teammates during Day 2 of the 2nd Test in Guwahati. (Agencies) Stand-in captain Rishabh Pant’s voice dominated Day 2 of the second Test in Guwahati, with several stump-mic moments revealing India’s rising frustration as South Africa strengthened their position. With Shubman Gill unavailable due to injury, Pant…
NEW DELHI: The ministry of home affairs on Sunday clarified that the central government had no intention to introduce any bill to “alter Chandigarh’s governance or administrative structure” in the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament. This came after a political row erupted over its plans to place Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution through…
Currently, PF contributions are set at 12% of the basic salary. (AI image) New labour codes 2025: The government has notified new labour laws that may require companies to ensure basic salary makes up at least 50% of the total cost-to-company (CTC), potentially prompting changes in how pay packets are structured. As a result, for…
Smriti Mandhana is all set to marry music composer and filmmaker Palash Muchhal in an intimate afternoon ceremony on Sunday (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Indian cricket star and World Cup winner Smriti Mandhana is all set to marry music composer and filmmaker Palash Muchhal in an intimate afternoon ceremony on Sunday, in her hometown…
Palash Muchhal surprised Smriti Mandhana during the sangeet celebrations in the buildup to the their wedding. (Images via X/Screengrabs) Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal’s pre-wedding festivities delivered a standout moment on the eve of their ceremony when the groom-to-be made an unexpected gesture while the two were dancing, drawing loud cheers from those present. The…
NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar spoke to Ukraine’s foreign minister Andrii Sybiha on Saturday and discussed the latest developments in the Ukraine conflict. After the call, Jaishankar posted X, “Had a telecon with FM Andrii Sybiha last evening. Appreciate his briefing on the ongoing developments related to the Ukraine conflict. Reiterated India’s support…
Justice Surya Kant, a judge known for his role in several landmark constitutional and civil liberties rulings, will on Monday be sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India. He succeeds Justice BR Gavai, who demits office on Sunday evening. Appointed as the next CJI on October 30, Justice Kant will have a relatively…
For years, conversations around “most employable” degrees in India have revolved around technology. But the India Skills Report 2026 signals a deeper churn taking place beneath that predictable surface. While the top remains dominated by digital-heavy disciplines like computer science and IT, the middle of the table tells an entirely different story, one where MBAs…
