The government will launch the seventh tranche of auctions for critical and strategic minerals on Monday, putting 19 blocks on offer across multiple states as part of efforts to strengthen domestic resource security.The move comes as India seeks to boost self-reliance in clean energy, advanced technologies, fertilisers and other strategic sectors amid global supply-chain disruptions,…
The Centre’s counsel said that while “adequate security” has already been provided, his request will be decided within three weeks. NEW DELHI: Delhi HC directed the Centre Tuesday to immediately provide an additional personal security officer (PSO) to the Purnia MP, Pappu Yadav, while Union home ministry decides on his request for Y+ security cover.Yadav…
WASHINGTON: The US department of justice (DoJ) said on Monday it launched a probe reviewing whether some Harvard University financial aid programmes were discriminatory. The probe is to determine whether its China-based financial aid programmes and practices exclude American-citizen students, the department said.Harvard said on Monday it “does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of…
Anant Chaturdashi 2026 is set to be celebrated on September 25, coinciding with Ganesh Visarjan. Devotees will observe various fasting methods and perform puja for Lord Vishnu’s worship. Food rules during the vrat differ by family; some may eat only fruits while others may have one meal. Traditional offerings include homemade sweets and specific food…
Hezbollah warns of ‘civil war’ over ‘disarmament of non-state armed groups’ (AP) The US-Israel-Lebanon trilateral framework unveiled on Saturday (local time) calls for the complete and verified disarmament of all “non-state armed groups” across Lebanon as part of a roadmap towards ending decades of conflict, but Hezbollah swiftly rejected the agreement, warning that attempts to…
Sunita Ahuja’s latest vlog turned into a heartfelt family moment after her daughter Tina Ahuja surprised her on Women’s Day with flowers, gifts and a solitaire ring. The vlog also saw Tina briefly addressing rumours about her parents’ marriage and admitting that the last couple of years have been challenging. Sunita Ahuja’s latest vlog turned…
Cyrus is inspired by Cyrus the Great, founder of the Persian Empire and one of history’s most influential rulers. It is closely associated with vision, justice and exceptional leadership because of the legacy of the Persian emperor. Baby names inspired by kings and royalty have stood the test of time because they embody qualities such…
Your next trip to Saudi Arabia just got simpler!Planning a holiday to Saudi Arabia may soon involve far less paperwork and fewer bookings. Instead of applying for a tourist visa, reserving flights and searching for accommodation separately, eligible travellers will soon be able to complete the entire process through a single integrated booking.Saudi Arabia has…
Vincent Keymer Exclusive Interview (Special Arrangements) NEW DELHI: Vincent Keymer was an International Master (IM) and barely 13 years old when he first stamped his authority on home soil by clinching the prestigious Grenke Chess Open title in 2018. Hosted in the German city of Karlsruhe, the Grenke festival has always carried the proud weight…
LONDON: A white paper published by the Aston India Centre has shown how Indian migrants to the UK have repeatedly helped transform the British economy since World War II.Described as “one of the most consequential migration stories of modern Britain”, the paper, titled “Migration of the Indian Diaspora to the UK”, explores four waves of…
