RBI decided not to hike the repo rate, and the policy statement clearly explains the rationale. RBI’s monetary policy in August comes against a backdrop of rising global inflation and central banks raising rates to keep it in check. Yet, RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra-led Monetary Policy Committee on Wednesday decided to keep the repo rate…
Karthi’s upcoming collaboration with director Mohan Raja has already generated significant buzz and now fresh reports have shifted the spotlight to the film’s female lead. According to the latest industry speculation, Nayanthara is the frontrunner to star opposite Karthi, with Trisha emerging as an alternative if scheduling conflicts arise. Although the makers have yet to…
Meet Dr Narinder Singh Kapany, the Indian scientist whose work powers today’s digital world How Dr Narinder Singh Kapany’s discovery of fiber optics transformed the internet and modern medicine Meet Dr Narinder Singh Kapany, the Indian scientist whose work powers today’s digital world How Dr Narinder Singh Kapany’s discovery of fiber optics transformed the internet…
‘LIVE’ snakes during Bihar’s Nag Panchami mela (Instagram) Nag Panchami is probably one of the most famous snake festivals celebrated annually across India. But how Samastipur in Bihar celebrates Nag Panchami is not for the faint hearted! A quiet riverside town in Bihar, Samastipur transforms into one of India’s most extraordinary religious gatherings on this…
Ekadashi is one of the most auspicious days in Sanatan Dharma. This is the most holiest days in Hindu religion. The day holds a great religious and spiritual significance. On this particular day, devotees perform various puja rituals and spiritual activities to appease Lord Vishnu. The day is considered highly sacred and devotees observe strict…
R Madhavan has earned admiration for his performances over the years, but his Mumbai residence offers a glimpse into the actor’s understated lifestyle away from the cameras. Located in the prestigious Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), the home prioritises comfort, calm, and functionality over opulence.According to Asia Net, the apartment is valued at approximately Rs 17.5…
AICF confirms new dates GM Abhijeet Gupta flags 2026 chess nationals snub (Photo by Amit Sharma) NEW DELHI: The All India Chess Federation (AICF) has officially announced new dates for the senior National Chess Championship, ensuring the event is held in 2026 rather than being pushed into 2027. The tournament will now take place from…
As sea levels continue to rise at an alarming rate, coastal wetlands are facing unprecedented inundation. A staggering eighty-four percent of these essential ecosystems are currently experiencing loss on a national scale. The Gulf Coast wetlands are bearing the brunt of this crisis, largely due to human impact. Still, there’s hope—many wetlands could shift inland…
For 19 years, Taslima Nasreen carried Kolkata in her memories, longing to return but unable to do so. The city that had become her “second home” after she left Bangladesh in 1994 remained out of reach. Forced to flee her country of birth and later compelled to leave the city where she had settled, Nasreen…
UPI: Government is also expected to prescribe an upper limit on the maximum MDR that can be charged. Will you have to pay for UPI payments going ahead? The government is expected to permit the levy of a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) of 0.25% to 0.4% on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000 made to businesses,…
