India: The import of goods produced or manufactured, wholly or in part, through the use of forced labour is prohibited. (AI image) Amid Donald Trump administration’s Section 301 probe, the government has revised the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) to prohibit the import of goods that are produced wholly or partly through forced labour.The move comes…
When was the last time you looked at a cow and thought, “There’s probably something surprising about this animal”? Probably never. They’re so common that it’s easy to assume we know everything there is to know about them. But the more scientists study cows, the more unexpected discoveries emerge. From remembering faces to forming close…
The Soyuz rocket launches to the International Space Station with Expedition 75 crew members Indian-origin Nasa astronaut Anil Menon, along with his two Russian cosmonauts on Tuesday lifted off aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft for his first spaceflight, beginning an approximately eight-month mission to the International Space Station (ISS).The spacecraft launched from the Baikonur…
Trump says strait open for all but Iran US president Donald Trump on Tuesday said the United States would not proceed with its proposed 20 per cent toll on cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz. He announced that instead that Middle Eastern countries would enter into trade and investment agreements with the United States.“Based on…
Canada Day is celebrated annually on July 1st, marking the anniversary of the 1867 Constitution Act that united Canada’s first provinces into a single country. The country livens up with tons of celebrations, with families and friends hosting parties and dinners to honour the day.Recently, a video from the Canada Day celebration in Calgary has…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (AP Photo) The referee appointed for Wednesday’s FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final between England and Argentina has found himself at the centre of attention even before a ball has been kicked. Moroccan-American official Ismail Elfath will oversee the high-profile clash at Atlanta Stadium, adding another major fixture to his growing résumé. The…
EMIs have become a part of everyday life. Whether it is a car, a phone, or another expensive purchase, paying in monthly installments has become common. For some, it is a smart financial tool. For others, it marks the beginning of long-term financial pressure. A viral Instagram video has now reignited this debate, with thousands…
Telangana ACB registered a case against HMDA chief engineer B Ravinder (L). Searches unearthed assets valued at over Rs 9.24 crore from his properties HYDERABAD: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday registered a disproportionate assets case against a chief engineer of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA).ACB has unearthed assets worth over Rs 9.24…
Kolkata: The ministry of youth affairs & sports has asked Hockey India to place former India women’s hockey captain and executive board member Asunta Lakra’s complaint alleging sexual harassment, intimidation and retaliation before the federation’s Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) and conduct an independent inquiry.The directive comes just days after Lakra wrote to Union sports minister…
Considered one of India’s most significant trade agreements in recent years, CETA will provide duty-free market access for almost 99% of Indian exports. (AI image) India-UK FTA: The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement or CETA comes into effect from July 15, 2026. The landmark trade deal is set to deliver several benefits to Indian…
Ariana Grande has been making headlines for her gracious tour with fantasy moments. Amid all this, the 33-year-old sparked speculation about a rekindling with her ex-boyfriend, Ricky Alvarez. At the latest concert at Barclays Centre in Brooklyn, New York City, she reportedly teased a rekindling romance between the two by tweaking the famous lyrics from…
Anil Menon is headed to ISS Indian-origin Nasa astronaut Anil Menon was launched by Russia on Tuesday on an eight-month mission to the International Space Station from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.Menon was aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft along with cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina.During his stay aboard the International Space Station, Menon…
Indian man dies in skydiving accident in Massachusetts. A 28-year-old Indian man lost his life in a skydiving accident in Massachusetts after he fell from 30 feet above. Mani Chandra Teja Gaddam was immediately taken to Athol Hospital from Jumptown Skydiving and was later pronounced dead. Jumptown Skydiving said they were cooperating with the police…
Ever since Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay starrer ‘Jana Nayagan,’ also touted to be his swansong finally clinched its censorship certificate, after a battle with the CBFC, fans have been eagerly awaiting its release . While the makers are yet to make an announcement, overseas distributors have hinted at a July 24 release, and now…
Russia successfully launches Indian-origin Nasa astronaut Anil Menon to space Nasa on Tuesday launched astronaut Anil Menon, an Indian-American to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard Russia’s Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The mission marks Menon’s first journey into space and he is expected to spend around eight months aboard the…
Indian-origin New Jersey student Mira Trivedi said, “If we don’t protect our sacred symbols, then who will?” New Jersey’s Mira Trivedi grew up seeing the ‘swastika’ symbol used on every sacred occasion. When she was studying the Holocaust in eighth grade, her teacher referred to Hitler’s symbol as ‘swastika’. Trivedi said she always knew that…
IBM forecast adjusted earnings per share of $2.93 for the quarter, below the analysts’ consensus estimate of $3.02. (AP photo) IBM stock price crash: IBM shares tumbled on Tuesday after the company indicated that its second-quarter revenue would likely fall short of Wall Street expectations. Based on preliminary results, IBM projected quarterly revenue of $17.2…
Ariana Grande, the ‘Supernatural’ star, did not let a technical glitch ruin her performance on her first night at Barclays Center in New York City. The stunning pit stop in Brooklyn came with a microphone malfunction. While the 33-year-old pop icon patiently gestured to her team about the issue, the concertgoers continued to sing ‘Eternal…
Long before Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, Mark Twain understood something that remains relevant today: the greatest education often begins the moment we step outside our comfort zone. The more we travel, the more we gain knowledge. One of his famous quotes which perfectly captures the beauty of travel is, “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry,…
First services production index shows double-digit growth in 14 sub-sectors in April The government on Tuesday released the first trial Index of Services Production (ISP), showing that 14 of the 19 formal services sub-sectors recorded double-digit year-on-year growth in April.The trial index, with 2024-25 as the base year, covers about 60 per cent of India’s…
