NEW DELHI: Former England captain Andrew Strauss has questioned the timing of Ben Stokes’ retirement announcement, saying it became a “huge distraction” for England during the decisive Test against New Zealand.Stokes announced his retirement from international cricket during the final Test at Trent Bridge, informing his teammates on the morning of Day 4. The news…
GST’s taxpayer base has expanded significantly since its rollout, rising from 66.5 lakh in 2017 to 1.65 crore as of May 2026, reflecting greater formalisation of the economy. When the Goods and Services Tax (GST) was rolled out on July 1, 2017, it marked India’s biggest overhaul of indirect taxation since Independence. Replacing a patchwork…
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has released the C-CAT 2026 admit card. Candidates who have registered for the entrance examination can now download their hall tickets by visiting the official website, cdac.in.To access the admit card, candidates need to log in using their form number and password. C-DAC has advised candidates to…
Kangana Ranaut wraps up shooting for ‘Queen 2’, shares joyful glimpse from wrap-up celebrations with cast and crew Kangana Ranaut has completed the shoot for her upcoming film ‘Queen 2’, marking the end of principal photography for the much-anticipated sequel to her 2014 hit ‘Queen’. The actor shared the update with fans through her Instagram…
The All India Dental Students & Surgeons Association (AIDSA) has suspended its Madhya Pradesh treasurer, Dr Muskan Soni (Image-Social media) BHOPAL: The All India Dental Students & Surgeons Association (AIDSA) has suspended its Madhya Pradesh treasurer, Dr Muskan Soni, from her post and the association’s membership for five years over a social media post that…
A semiconductor project involving an investment of Rs 3,250 crore has been allotted 16 acres in the Electronics Manufacturing Cluster in Sector 10 Once considered a “jinxed” destination for Uttar Pradesh chief ministers, Noida (Gautam Buddha Nagar) has emerged as the state’s fastest-growing industrial hub, with major investments in electronics manufacturing, semiconductors, solar energy and…
The world’s third-largest oil importer received around 2.70 million barrels per day (bpd) of Russian crude during June India’s imports of Russian crude oil climbed to a record high in June as refiners increased purchases of discounted barrels to offset supply risks linked to disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, according to preliminary ship-tracking data…
HTET 2026 candidates are likely to receive their admit cards shortly as the Board of School Education, Haryana prepares for the July 4 and 5 examination. The hall ticket, expected to be released from July 1, will be available online through the official portal. Candidates must download it promptly and confirm that all personal and…
Actor and former AMMA joint secretary Ansiba Hassan has got a major boost in her legal tussle against fellow actress Tini Tom. The Ernakulam Judicial First Class Magistrate Court entertained the criminal petition filed by Ansiba and asked the police to lodge an FIR and investigate the case according to her allegations. This decision was…
“Where is Siya Spot?” Yes, this is the only chilling question visitors arriving at the famous Lohagad Fort are asking their guides. Who would have thought that a fort that was synonymous with history and the Maratha empire would one day be recognised for a fatal crime. For centuries, Maharashtra’s over 2,000 year old Lohagad…
July opens on an encouraging note for Pisces, and you will feel that movement has finally begun after a period of waiting, second guessing, or quiet frustration. Work matters respond well to your effort early in the month, and the people around you, especially seniors and colleagues, seem more willing to support your ideas. This…
Officials said all 15 students were travelling in the Universal High School van At least five students were rushed to hospital, one of them in critical condition, after a roadside tree crashed onto a school van carrying 15 students in Mumbai’s Chembur on Tuesday afternoon amid heavy rain,The incident took place near Heritage Pride and…
File photo: Rajnath Singh and KC Venugopal NEW DELHI: The row over Rajnath Singh’s ‘no casualties’ statement on Operation Sindoor intensified on Tuesday, with Congress MP KC Venugopal writing to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, seeking privilege proceedings against the defence minister for “misleading” Parliament by saying that no Indian soldier died in the line…
Indian football team captain Sandesh Jhingan in action. New Delhi: At a time when the 2026 FIFA World Cup has produced stunning upsets, from Cape Verde to Curaçao, two minnows of world football, the Indian football team is watching the action unfold from the comfort of their homes. Additionally, the top-tier domestic league has no…
The Department of School Education, Government of Telangana has released the provisional answer key and response sheet for the Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test (TG TET) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the exam can download both documents from the official website.The department has also opened the objection window. Candidates who find any discrepancy in the provisional…
The Angry Birds 3 movie trailer shows a new side of Red, Chuck and Bomb as they deal with fatherhood and children The ‘Angry Birds 3’ trailer is officially here, giving fans a glimpse of the animated world for the third time as the birds battle new challenges. This time around, Red has a whole…
A dad’s visit to the women’s washroom with his little daughters turned controversial after another man called the police: Who do you think was right? Sometimes the toughest decisions parents make come out during the most ordinary moments. One such situation is about finding a washroom for your kids. The situation becomes more complicated when…
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The Pantheon in Rome is one of the best-preserved examples of ancient Roman concrete, standing strong for nearly 2,000 years. For centuries, engineers and historians have puzzled over one of the greatest mysteries of the ancient world. Why have Roman buildings survived earthquakes, storms and nearly two millennia of wear while many modern concrete structures…
Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler said Washington was seeking greater contributions from its allies rather than preparing to leave NATO NATO is adapting to a rapidly changing security environment rather than facing a crisis, Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler has said ahead of the alliance’s summit in Ankara next week, while stressing that the United…
