Consumers using CNG for transport and piped natural gas for household cooking are set to see lower fuel bills from January 1, 2026, after the petroleum regulator approved a rationalised pipeline tariff structure aimed at cutting costs, ANI reported.The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has announced a unified tariff framework that will translate…
A watermelon can look perfect on the outside and still disappoint once it is cut open. Smooth skin, an even shape and a bright green colour often attract shoppers first, yet those features do not always say much about what is happening inside. Experienced growers and market sellers tend to pay attention to different clues….
NEW DELHI: Congress on Friday advised Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay not to include the rebel AIADMK group in his government, saying he must stay true to the mandate. Speaking to news agency PTI, Congress leader Karti Chidambaram said people voted for a government that excludes both the AIADMK and the DMK. He added that…
Former India cricketer and outgoing Trinamool Congress MLA Manoj Tiwary on Tuesday said his association with the party has ended. He alleged that he was denied a ticket from Howrah’s Shibpur constituency because he refused to pay Rs 5 crore.The 40-year-old, who is Bengal’s highest run-scorer in first-class cricket with 10,195 runs, served as minister…
A Google Maps navigation error allegedly led four UP Police recruitment aspirants 59 km away from their examination centre, causing them to miss the exam. The incident has sparked concerns about reliance on digital maps and prompted calls for QR-coded admit cards. For most of the aspirants in India, a government exam is not merely…
A major power outage plunged Gurgaon into darkness Friday evening due to a fault at a 220kV substation, exacerbating the city’s struggle with soaring temperatures GURGAON: Large parts of Gurgaon were thrown into darkness on Friday evening when a fault at a 220kV substation in Sector 72 knocked out supply across multiple areas at the…
An expat woman’s coded ‘pizza order’ helped Sharjah Police rescue her from danger at home/AI Representative Image A Sharjah Police emergency call operator helped rescue an expatriate woman after realising her repeated requests to “order pizza” were a coded plea for help while she was being threatened at home.The incident was disclosed by Captain Majid…
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…
As you navigate today’s journey, stay alert on the roads and in conversations; a heightened sense of impatience may lead to misunderstandings. Keep your cool in personal interactions to avoid friction. Pay close attention to your work responsibilities to ensure everything runs smoothly. It’s wise to hold off on any big financial commitments or new…
Delhi Show Cause Notice Issued To Janakpuri School Over Alleged Safety Lapses And Molestation Case NEW DELHI: The Directorate of Education, Government of Delhi, has issued a show-cause notice to S.S. Mota Singh Sr. Sec. Model School, Janakpuri, over a reported incident involving alleged molestation of a nursery class girl child within the school premises…
A couple’s decision to prioritize buying a home before their wedding sparked a debate on modern Indian marriage priorities. While some lauded their financial prudence and focus on stability, others questioned the simplicity of their ceremony, highlighting the evolving views on tradition versus partnership. Most marriage conversations in India begin with dates, venues, guest lists,…
The rupee breached the 94-per-dollar mark for the first time ever on Monday but recovered sharply to close flat at 93.53 against the US dollar, instead of ending at a fresh record closing low, amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, persistent foreign fund outflows and volatile crude oil prices.At the interbank foreign exchange market,…
India’s aviation sector is likely to face deeper financial turbulence, with net losses expected to rise to Rs 95-105 billion in FY2026, compared with Rs 55 billion in FY2025, according to credit rating agency ICRA. The agency attributed the projected widening of losses to slower passenger growth, higher operational costs, and the impact of elevated…
A California jury ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $40 million to two women who claimed its talc-based baby powder caused their ovarian cancer. The women testified that decades of use led to major surgeries and chemotherapy. Johnson & Johnson plans to appeal, stating the verdict is aberrant and lacks evidence. A California jury on…
Union home minister Amit Shah (File photo/PTI) Srinagar: Ladakh’s two main political groupings sought a meeting with Union home minister Amit Shah during his two-day visit to press demands, including Sixth Schedule status and statehood. Shah will attend events tied to Buddha Purnima during his stay in Leh on April 30 and May 1.Leh Apex…
Summer time is the perfect time for the spiritual visit. It is seen as a time for vacations and considered as a best season for the journey. Many parts of India experience the rise in temperature during summers and this time period can be the best time for the sacred destination that are located in…
Tanvi Kolte emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss Marathi 6, lifting the coveted trophy after an intense season filled with drama, emotions, and fierce competition. Raqesh Bapat secured the position of first runner-up, winning hearts with his composed gameplay. The grand finale celebrated the contestants’ journeys, marking the end of a memorable and highly…
On a cold November morning in 1957, a small stray dog that had wandered the streets of Moscow became part of one of the defining moments of the early Space Age. Her name was Laika. She was placed inside Sputnik 2, a spacecraft built in haste after the Soviet Union’s successful launch of Sputnik just…
NEW DELHI: England U-19 began their ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 campaign with a convincing yet dramatic 37-run victory over Pakistan in the seventh match of the tournament, played in Harare on Friday. While the margin suggested comfort, the contest was anything but straightforward, ending in a bizarre moment that quickly became one of the…
