NEW DELHI: Two cabinet ministers – Chirag Paswan and Jitan Ram Manjhi – in the Narendra Modi-led government sparred over the issue of reservation on Saturday and sought each other’s resignation.The controversy began after Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) president and Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi’s son, Santosh Kumar Suman, sought a review of the quota…
A Bronx judge has found a mother of two not guilty by reason of insanity in the 2022 deaths of her young children, ruling that she was not criminally responsible because of severe mental illness. The case has drawn fresh attention as a Massachusetts jury deliberates the fate of Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of…
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has activated the verification slip download link for candidates under Clause A and Clause Y for Karnataka PG MDS 2026. The link was made available on August 28, allowing eligible candidates to access their slips online through the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.The verification slip is an important document for candidates…
Coral brings to mind warm seas, bright colours and summer landscapes. Inspired by marine life and coral reefs, the name has a distinctive natural quality. It can be especially appealing to parents who associate summer with beaches, clear water and the vibrant beauty of the ocean. Nature offers endless inspiration for baby names, and the…
This week moves with a lively, forward spirit for you, Scorpio. Right from the start, there is energy in your step and more confidence in your thinking. If the past few days felt slow, that changes now. Students become focused, businesspeople feel ready to make bold calls, and even routine workers carry themselves with more…
An EcoDom prototype house built using its plastic panels. Plastic production has increased exponentially over the last few decades. A 2017 study published in Science Advances estimated that 8.3 billion tons of plastic have been produced globally since large-scale production began. Only a tiny fraction has been recycled, with huge amounts accumulating in landfills, ecosystems…
Smartphones became India’s top exported individual commodity in FY 2025-26. In 2020 when the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme was launched as a cornerstone of the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ push, little did anyone know that smartphones would emerge as the poster boy of its success. Mobile phones assembly and manufacturing is arguably the biggest success story…
AIAPGET 2026 re-exam admit card out The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for the All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET) 2026 re-examination. The admit cards are available on the official AIAPGET website.The re-examination will be held for 49 candidates who were affected by a power failure at an examination…
For many Indian employees, seeing an office almost empty before 5 pm on a Monday might seem unusual. For Mohit, an Indian man living in Germany, it’s simply part of the work culture.Mohit recently shared a short video on Instagram showing his workplace at 4:58 pm on a Monday. And there wasn’t much happening around…
In the case of Everest, FSSAI has prohibited the sale of compounded (hing powder) variants with immediate effect. NEW DELHI: Food regulator FSSAI on Saturday said it has prohibited Everest Food Products Pvt Ltd and Laljee Godhoo and Company from selling hing powder after finding the products to be sub-standard.In a social media post, the…
Former White House teleprompter operator Gabriel Perez. A former White House teleprompter operator has been ordered to surrender more than USD 107,000 in profits and pay a USD 65,000 fine for using information about Donald Trump’s upcoming speeches to place bets on prediction market Kalshi.According to the BBC, Gabriel Perez made trades predicting words and…
Rescue operations underway in flood-hit Nepal as authorities work to evacuate survivors and locate those missing NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs (MEA) on Saturday said that 88 Indian nationals have been rescued so far, while 287 remain missing amid the devastating floods in Nepal. It added that 128 persons of Indian origin are…
England players appeal unsuccessfully for the wicket of Pakistan’s Azan Awais on Friday. (Reuters/Matthew Childs Photo) Test cricket has long been defined by its five-day nature, but the format is increasingly seeing matches finish well before the scheduled fifth day. Former England captain Michael Atherton believes the trend is the result of several changes in…
Ishaan Khatter’s sea facing Bandra home (Image Credits Architectural Digest and Instagram) Ishaan Khatter’s Mumbai home is less about conventional luxury and more about creating a space that reflects his personality. The actor’s three-bedroom apartment overlooking the Bandra seaface has been designed as a relaxed, artistic retreat where vintage cinema references, music, greenery and personal…
This week begins with movement in personal and practical matters, Virgo. Monday brings openings that can feel encouraging, especially if you have been waiting for a marriage proposal, a meeting with someone dear, a business offer, or progress in a legal issue. There is also support through in-laws or extended family for some of you….
The incident marked the third attack this year on the capital’s nternational airport, following two earlier assaults by jihadi rebels. The Niger government said a group of soldiers had attempted to stage a mutiny and that the situation was now under control after sustained gunfire and explosions were heard overnight into Saturday in Niamey, the…
A DHS agenda item says the department wants to eliminate employment authorization for some spouses of H-1B visa holders. The Department of Homeland Security has come up with a proposal to remove certain H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B visa holders from employment authorization. Not much is known about the proposal and the proposal is listed…
Neeraj Chopra’s injury battles Neeraj Chopra’s career has been defined by historic throws, Olympic medals and a relentless pursuit of excellence. But alongside those milestones has been a recurring challenge: injuries that have repeatedly interrupted his season.Neeraj Chopra has been ruled out of the 2026 Asian Games and the remainder of the season after suffering…
The prayer meet for filmmaker Kuku Kohli is being held today at Celebration Sports Club in Andheri West, Mumbai. Kohli passed away on August 25 at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. He was known for directing films such as ‘Phool Aur Kaante’, ‘Suhaag’, ‘Haqeeqat’ and ‘Woh Tera Naam Tha’. Who attended Kuku Kohli’s prayer…
The week opens on a slightly heavy note, Leo. Early on, your spirit may feel dimmer than usual, as if the morning sun is hidden behind thick clouds. Small hurdles at work, delays in routine matters, and a restless inner mood can make Monday feel longer than it is. Don’t force everything to move at…
