Reintroduce tax holiday for affordable housing with a tweak that the eligibility for affordable housing should be based on size of flat rather than value. (AI image) By Adarsh RankaIndia’s real estate sector continued its strong growth trajectory in 2025, reinforcing its position as a core pillar of the country’s economic expansion.Government-led reforms continued to…
A Sri Lankan court on Wednesday sentenced the owner of a team in the country’s domestic T20 league to a suspended prison term in a match-fixing case, news agency AFP reported, quoting an official.Bangladesh-born Tamim Rahman, a British national and owner of the Dambulla Thunders, admitted to charges that he had tried to influence a…
Novak Djokovic of Serbia reacts during his quarterfinal match against Lorenzo Musetti of Italy at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, January 28, 2026. (AP Photo) MELBOURNE: The 38-year-old, competing in a record-extending 54th major semifinal, had trailed world No. 5 Lorenzo Musetti by two sets in their quarterfinal before advancing when…
Elon Musk confirms “Starship launch in 6 weeks” as SpaceX prepares for March 2026 liftoff (AI-generated) SpaceX has been developing its Starship rocket for quite a while and is now preparing for another significant milestone with the vehicle’s next test flight. The attention is on Starship V3, the largest and most powerful version constructed so…
Maharashtra schools shut after Ajit Pawar death in Baramati aircraft crash Schools across Maharashtra remained closed on Wednesday as the state government declared a three-day period of mourning following the tragic death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash. The closure affects educational institutions throughout the state.The Maharashtra government announced an immediate…
Meet the Alpine Salamander: Nature’s record holder for longest pregnancy (Image source: Wikipedia) If you’re looking for the animal with the longest pregnancy on Earth, don’t think of whales or elephants. It’s actually the Alpine salamander. It is a small, dark amphibian tucked away in the high mountains of Europe. This little creature is a…
A new day arrives with a gentle power. You no longer break your back to satisfy or to prove anything. The opinion of someone that was once so heavy now seems so light. You keep your peace, like something precious that you are protecting. And the moment you take the road of calm rather than…
Rosé of BLACKPINK has decided to postpone her highly anticipated solo world tour, emphasizing her desire for a robust setlist that truly captivates fans. With the buzz from recent Grammy nominations still in the air, she’s choosing to prioritize the quality of her performance, hoping to craft a memorable experience that reflects her artistic vision….
NEW DELHI: The final moments of the Learjet 45 carrying Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar were marked by repeated landing attempts and poor visibility, before the aircraft crashed and burst into flames near the runway threshold at Baramati.Union civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said preliminary information indicates poor visibility at the time…
As finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026 on February 1, defence spending is expected to remain a key focus amid rising geopolitical uncertainty and sustained emphasis on military modernisation. Defence outlay shows steady rise Over the last five years, India’s defence expenditure has followed a clear upward trajectory. Spending rose…
