China’s increased purchases of ethane also come ahead of a planned mid-May visit by Donald Trump to Beijing. (AI image) China, the world’s second largest economy, is facing supply disruptions due to the ongoing Middle East conflict. China is on track to bring in an unprecedented volume of US ethane this month, as petrochemical firms…
The resurgence of Posidonia oceanica seagrass meadows in Marseille represents an important example of marine resilience, demonstrating the ability of nature to recover if the pressures exerted by humans are mitigated. For years, untreated wastewater from the city decimated large sections of Posidonia oceanica meadows, which provide important ecosystem services like carbon storage and habitat…
Cancers, today is about maintaining a peaceful atmosphere. Be mindful of any underlying frictions in your discussions and safeguard your creative concepts. It’s best to embrace simplicity with friends and loved ones, steering clear of any drama. Professionally, aim for tangible outcomes rather than getting caught up in disagreements. Something feels off, and you’ll sense…
New Delhi: From Delta to Dell, Caterpillar, Ford and Jockey, American companies have opposed fresh tariff under Section 301, where the US Trade Representative has launched two investigations. They have argued that fresh duties will make it harder for them to compete and increase cost for consumers.There are others, such as Cheese Importers Association of…
A New York startup founder, an Indian-origin tech entrepreneur and a Jaipur wedding that had it all, from a Western garden ceremony and sangeet to a baraat, pheras and a black-tie reception.Jenny Lee, co-founder and CEO of New York-based healthcare startup Hera, married Indian-origin entrepreneur Sagar Jajoo in an elaborate multi-day celebration at ITC Mementos…
We are in Delhi’s Prithviraj Market, visiting Mirajuddin, the best mutton shop ever. I go ahead to give the order. Outside the shop, the young man at the counter says, “Rajdeep bhai nahi aye?” I say he is coming. While wiping his cutting board, the owner asks, “And where is bhaijaan?” I reply, coming. Then…
India is the land of mystique, and every region has a tale of faith and devotion that goes beyond logic and science, and one such mystery has been burning for more than 500 years and still remains as a symbol of divine presence in the divine temple of Goddess Jwala Ji in Kangra. Himachal. What’s…
Erik the Red, whose real name was Erik Thorvaldsson, was a Viking explorer who turned a remote Arctic island into a Norse settlement that lasted for hundreds of years. Erik was born in Norway around 950 AD. He got his nickname because of his bright red hair and beard, and his fiery personality. He got…
Record 7.5cr ITRs submitted before deadline NEW DELHI: A record 7.5 crore income tax returns have been filed for Assessment Year 2026-27 so far, and the number was expected to rise further as the filing deadline was to end at midnight Monday for taxpayers with business or professional income who are not subject to audit….
A flower-inspired name can offer more than a connection to nature. Names such as Iris, Daphne, Anthea and Ianthe carry stories from ancient Greek language and mythology, while Flora has a direct connection to Roman tradition. Rose, Violet, Lilia and Rosalie draw on flowers that have been admired for generations, while Susanna brings an ancient…
