NDA functionaries, including ministers, would soon hit the ground to explain and create more awareness about benefits of the new rural employment guarantee scheme VB G-RAM-G, which has replaced the UPA-era MNREGA, to negate the opposition’s narrative. This was discussed at Friday’s Cabinet meeting, which PM Modi chaired soon after his foreign trip, sources said.TOI…
China on Friday announced that it will start imposing “special port fees” on ships built or operated by the US. According to the transport ministery, the fees will take effect at Chinese ports from October 14 when US ships arriving in China will pay 400 yuan ($56) per net tonne, rising to 640 yuan in…
India’s 30-run loss to South Africa at Eden Gardens on Sunday is their fourth defeat in six home Test matches. (Getty Images) BENGALURU: India, once invincible at home in the longer format, have been beaten in their backyard in the recent past. Their 30-run loss to South Africa at Eden Gardens on Sunday is their…
MUMBAI: The Indian Aeromodellers Association (IAMA) has urged the ministry of civil aviation to reconsider certain provisions of the draft civil drone (promotion and regulation) bill, 2025, stating that the legislation, in its current form, could make it nearly impossible for enthusiasts, schools, and clubs to continue the century-old tradition of aeromodelling in India.In a…
Nawazuddin Siddiqui has won acclaim for his versatile performances in films like Gangs Of Wasseypur, Kick, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Raees and more. Now, his 15-year-old daughter Shora is preparing to follow in his footsteps and step into the world of acting. In a recent interview with The New Indian, the actor opened up about his bond…
GUWAHATI: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has described the death of popular singer Zubeen Garg as “plain and simple murder”, telling the state Assembly on Tuesday that “one person killed him and others helped him”.“After preliminary probe, the Assam Police was sure that it was not a case of culpable homicide, but it was…
Andy Pycroft (left) during the toss for the match between India and Pakistan. NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja has accused International Cricket Council (ICC) match referee Andy Pycroft of blatant bias, branding him a “favourite for the Indians” in the wake of the handshake controversy and mounting tensions at the…
Diwali school holidays 2025 Diwali 2025 school holidays: Diwali 2025 falls on Monday, October 20, and most schools across India have declared a holiday on this day to mark the main festival. However, confusion remains in certain regions over whether schools will remain closed on October 20 or extend the holiday to October 21 for…
Rekha’s journey to Bollywood stardom was fraught with challenges from the start. Born out of wedlock and facing rejection from her father, she entered the film industry at a young age to support her family. Despite early hardships, including exploitation and feeling lost in the industry, Rekha’s talent and determination propelled her to become one…
At just 20, Matteo Dams went from earning €2,500 a month at PSV to €250,000 after his Saudi move/ Image:X At just 20, Matteo Dams was in the middle of contract extension talks with Dutch champions PSV Eindhoven. Then came a phone call that altered everything: a €10 million offer from Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli,…
