A powerful 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s Sulawesi island on Tuesday, according to the country’s geophysics agency BMKG, Reuters reported.The quake’s epicentre was located about 42 kilometres southeast of Palu at a depth of 10 kilometres, raising concerns about potential damage and aftershocks in the region.(More details awaited) Source link
NEW DELHI: Mamata Banerjee’s close aide Firhad Hakim on Monday hinted at a softer stance towards the new Bengal chief minister and rival BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari amid the massive rebellion rocking the Trinamool Congress.The Kolkata Port MLA struck a positive tone towards the Suvendu Adhikari-led government, expressing hope for “100% development” under the new…
MUMBAI: Reserve Bank of India has finalised its consumer protection framework under responsible business conduct guidelines, tightening rules on mis-selling, deceptive digital practices & unauthorised bundling, and shifting to a prescriptive regime.The directions impose a strict consent-capture and interface-design protocol, closing gaps left in the Feb 11 draft. According to the framework, banks must capture…
UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 result out in PDF format: Download list, check next steps and Mains dates NEW DELHI: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE) 2026 result in PDF format on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the examination held on May 24, 2026, can now…
Arjun Sarja’s action entertainer ‘Blast’ is maintaining its steady run at the box office even in its third week. Positive word-of-mouth and strong support from action-movie fans have helped the movie. Weekday collections have slowed down as expected, but the film is holding up steadily in theatres. Its successful run has helped it emerge as…
Korean proverb of the day (AI-generated image) Korean proverbs form a vital part of the traditional wisdom which captures the essence of values and belief systems in Korean culture. Proverbs are mostly simple phrases with profound significance and implications for human behaviour, interaction and societal issues. The use of imagery drawn from natural and common…
Iran’s Mohammad Mohebbi (8) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal. (AP Photo) Iran showed resilience on and off the pitch as Team Melli twice fought back from behind to secure a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in a politically charged FIFA World Cup opener on Monday night.Mohammad Mohebbi’s 64th-minute equaliser capped a spirited comeback…
Abhijeet Dipke (Image/PTI) NEW DELHI: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Tuesday said he was not intimidated by the attack on him during a protest in Jaipur and alleged that those involved were linked to the RSS.Dipke made the remarks after arriving at Nagpur airport ahead of a CJP protest scheduled at Samvidhan…
“Indian equity markets are expected to open on a mildly positive note, with Gift Nifty trading around 23,957, up by 66 points, indicating steady opening cues for domestic indices. Global markets remain largely supportive despite ongoing geopolitical developments, as investors continue to focus on resilient economic data and stable risk sentiment. However, fluctuations in crude…
NTA asks candidates to report suspicious activities, impersonation and leak rumours Re-NEET UG 2026: With the Re-NEET UG 2026 examination just days away, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has launched a dedicated portal for candidates and the public to report suspicious activities, fake paper leak claims, and impersonation attempts related to the medical entrance examination.The…
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Deshmukh met Sena minister, fueling defection speculation after skipping a party meeting. MUMBAI: A day after Shiv Sena (UBT) MP from Yavatmal-Washim Sanjay Deshmukh skipped physically attending a meeting of all 9 Lok Sabha MPs of the party called by its chief Uddhav Thackeray, Deshmukh met the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv…
US senate democratic leader Chuck Schumer on Monday called on the Trump administration to immediately brief Congress and the public on the details of the US-Iran “understanding,” arguing that Americans have been told “dozens of times” the war is over only to be left disappointed.“The American people need to know exactly what’s in the deal….
NEW DELHI: Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could find himself under scrutiny after an ugly post-match altercation with a Sri Lanka A player overshadowed India’s dramatic Super Over defeat in the tri-series clash.The 15-year-old prodigy, who has emerged as one of India’s brightest young stars, was involved in a heated exchange that escalated into physical…
BENGALURU: Homegrown AI startup Sarvam has raised $234 million in a funding round led by HCLTech and Bessemer Venture Partners, catapulting its valuation to $1.5 billion and making it one of India’s newest AI unicorns.The round also saw participation from existing investors Khosla Ventures and Peak XV Partners. As part of the transaction, HCLTech invested…
Mohanlal’s ‘Drishyam 3’ is still going strong in theatres in its fourth week. The crime thriller remains a favourite among audiences for its gripping story and the return of Georgekutty. With the film now approaching its digital premiere, it has still managed to attract viewers to theatres. The movie’s strong performance in India and overseas…
Israeli airstrike in central Beirut, Lebanon (File photo) The US-Iran peace deal already seems to be under strain as Israel and Hezbollah exchanged strikes in southern Lebanon, despite Tehran’s insistence that Lebanon is part of the broader framework to end regional hostilities.The Israeli military said Hezbollah launched multiple rocket attacks, as well as anti-tank missiles…
A district court in the Netherlands has sentenced a Syrian national to 26 years in prison for crimes against humanity, including the torture and rape of detainees held by forces loyal to former country’s president Bashar al-Assad during the country’s civil war.The man, identified only as Rafiq al Q under Dutch privacy regulations, was convicted…
At 39, Squash Star Joshna Chinappa Keeps Going Strong (Image: X) CHENNAI: The faces around Joshna Chinappa have changed with every Asian Games cycle. Teammates have retired and rivals have faded away, yet as the countdown to the 2026 Asian Games begins, the 39year-old is still going strong. Twenty-four years after making her maiden appearance…
NEW DELHI: Goods exports rose 18% in May to a record $45.2 billion, driven by higher oil prices and restoration in supply chains and shipments to West Asia near last year’s level. With imports rising 20.5% to a seven-month high of $73.4 billion, trade deficit widened to $28.2 billion in May.“We have carried forward the…
UPSC Prelims 2026 result out: Key dates, Mains process and what qualified candidates must do next UPSC Prelims 2026 Result Out: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE) 2026 results, clearing the way for thousands of aspirants to move to the next stage of India’s most competitive recruitment…
