NEW DELHI: In what could make sparks fly between Tamil Nadu and Kerala, already in an uneasy relationship over the Mullaperiyar dam, Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from both states and the Centre on an NGO’s plea for a comprehensive safety audit of the 130-year-old dam and remedial measures, including its possible decommissioning.A bench…
PANAJI: The tragic death of 25 persons at Birch by Romeo Lane at Arpora on Saturday night could have been avoided if top IPS officers, serving and retired, posted in Goa had allowed local police to act as per the law.Two local police units, the Anjuna police station and crime branch, had issued notices to…
Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: India suffered a 30-run defeat in the first Test against South Africa at the Eden Garden in Kolkata, exposing their struggles against quality spin. Chasing a modest target of 124, the Indian batting lineup folded for just 93 runs. The contest wrapped up within two sessions…
Mumbai: RBI has said that persisting uncertainties related to India-US trade policies continue to pose downside risk while inflation outlook for the near term has become more benign than anticipated earlier. The central bank’s ‘state of the economy’ report has, however, maintained confidence in India’s growth outlook and not lowered the estimate of 6.5% announced…
Omar Abdullah (PTI photo) SRINAGAR: J&K chief minister Omar Abdullah has expressed concern over the vanishing hangul, a critically endangered subspecies of Central Asian red deer, also known as the Kashmir stag, which is endemic to the Kashmir region. He fears they may go extinct.“I don’t want a situation tomorrow where our children and grandchildren…
‘Saiyaara’ stars Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda were finally seen making a rare appearance together in Mumbai after the phenomenal box office success of their debut film.A video going viral on social media shows the young stars leaving a showroom at a Mumbai mall. Both were seen wearing face masks, possibly trying to keep things…
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced an extension for the registration deadline of its December 2025 Term-End Examinations (TEE), giving students an additional window to submit their applications. Originally set for October 6, 2025, candidates can now apply without late fees until October 20, 2025 through the official portal ignou.samarth.edu.in. The December TEE…
Piyush Pandey was the creative visionary who gave Indian advertising its distinct voice and soul The nation woke up to somber news on Friday morning: Piyush Pandey, the creative genius who redefined Indian advertising, passed away at the age of 70. His campaigns were not just advertisements; they were stories that lingered in memory, words…
Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant face online backlash Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant‘s conversation regarding South Africa captain Temba Bavuma‘s LBW decision has gained viral attention on social media during Day 1 of the first Test at Eden Gardens.India’s pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah played a crucial role on the opening day, dismissing both opening batsmen Aiden…
Bareilly: To counter the spread of online misinformation, disinformation and rumours, police in Bareilly zone take help of over 82,000 digital volunteers who disseminate accurate and verified information and spread awareness. These volunteers are akin to peace committees, comprising influential citizens, that help police in maintaining harmony and law and order in society.On Wednesday, Bareilly…
