NEW DELHI: Accelerated monetisation of highway assets has enabled the NHAI to prepay loans of over Rs 1.2 lakh crore and repay another Rs 31,300 crore since March 2022, reducing its overall debt to just under Rs 2 lakh crore, according to govt data.NHAI’s debt had touched an all-time high of Rs 3.5 lakh crore…
1,057 personnel awarded Gallantry, Service Medals ahead of Independence Day NEW DELHI: A total of 1,057 personnel from the Police, Fire, Home Guard and Civil Defence, and Correctional Services have been awarded Gallantry and Service Medals on the occasion of Independence Day, the ministry of home affairs said.The awards include 301 Medals for Gallantry (GM),…
MUMBAI: The appointments committee of the cabinet has approved the appointment of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) executive director (ED) Rohit Jain as deputy governor (DG) of the banking regulator.The appointment is for a period of three years from the date of joining the post on or after May 3, 2026, the Department of Personnel…
These high-paying jobs in the US don’t need degrees For a long time, a college degree was considered the surest way to achieve financial security. But recent data seems to indicate that the belief might be shifting. A report, which was prominently featured by Fortune, revealed that there are many high, paying jobs in the…
Singer and rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh has denied allegations that he performed the controversial track Volume 1 during an event, a submission that was made before the Delhi High Court through his advocate Rajshekhar Rao. The court, during the latest hearing, directed the singer to file an affidavit formally recording his stand in the…
NEW DELHI: Security forces in Srinagar have busted an interstate module linked to the Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba, arresting five individuals, including two Pakistani terrorists, officials told PTI.The operation, led by Jammu and Kashmir Police, involved coordinated raids across 19 locations spanning multiple states, including parts of Rajasthan and Haryana. Officials said incriminating material was…
Tim David and Andre Russell (AP Photos) NEW DELHI: Australia’s Tim David achieved a major IPL milestone, becoming the second-fastest player to reach 1,000 runs during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s clash with Delhi Capitals at the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. He got there in just 560 balls, second only to Andre Russell. David scored a quick…
Jasprit Bumrah (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Pacer Jasprit Bumrah endured one of the toughest seasons of his T20 career as his IPL 2026 campaign ended with an unwanted record. The Mumbai Indians pacer was rested for the team’s final league game against Rajasthan Royals, finishing the season with just four wickets in 13 matches….
When people first said that “doctors are just a tap away”, the phrase typically referred to the growing ease of booking appointments or consulting specialists remotely. Today, however, that idea has taken on an entirely new meaning as artificial intelligence becomes embedded in everyday life.For many people, typing symptoms into a chatbot before consulting a…
NEW DELHI: A drone attack on the UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant has intensified fears of a wider regional escalation, with analysts warning that Iran-backed militias in Iraq are emerging as a key front in Tehran’s confrontation with the US and Israel.The United Arab Emirates said the attack targeting the Barakah plant on Sunday originated…
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released the Phase 2 call letter for the Grade A (Assistant Manager) recruitment examination. Candidates who have qualified for Phase 2 can now download their admit card from the official website at sebi.gov.in.Applicants are advised to download the call letter as soon as possible and carefully…
Apple launched its thinnest iPhone ever — iPhone Air in September this year. The smartphone comes with grade 5 titanium frame and measures 5.6mm in thickness. The thin design also features an Action button and comes with high-gloss mirror finish. The Apple iPhone Air comes with a starting price tag of Rs 1,19,900. However, you…
BSEB opens D.El.Ed JEE 2026 dummy admit card correction window on official portal The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has announced the release of dummy admit cards for candidates appearing in the Diploma in Elementary Education Joint Entrance Examination (D.El.Ed JEE) 2026. The facility is available for applicants who have successfully submitted their examination application…
Naseem Shah has been accused by the PCB for violating the terms of his central contract after a deleted X post appeared to crticise CM of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz. Maryam Nawaz daughter of former prime minister Nawaz Shareef, was the guest of honour at the opening match of the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL) at…
Up until now, the Amrit Bharat Express has been a non-AC long-distance passenger train. After upgrading train travel for the common man with Amrit Bharat Express, Indian Railways is now set to introduce air-conditioned coaches in the Amrit Bharat 3.0 Express, expected to be rolled out this financial year.Up until now, the Amrit Bharat Express…
USA cricketers, and Pakistan cricketers during the T20 World Cup. NEW DELHI: Pakistan head into their high-stakes T20 World Cup clash against the United States in Colombo on Tuesday with expectations mounting and memories of a stunning upset still fresh. Two years after USA’s famous Super Over victory in Dallas, leg-spinner Mohammad Mohsin believes the…
Legendary composer Pyarelal’s wife Sunila Sharma passes away at 78, final rites and funeral details announced in Mumbai Legendary music composer Pyarelal is mourning the loss of his wife, Sunila Pyarelal Sharma, who passed away on July 12 at the age of 78. The news was shared through a heartfelt social media announcement confirming she…
Early metabolic changes often show up as sudden tiredness after eating rice, bread, or sweets. This happens when the body struggles to manage rising blood sugar levels. The pancreas works harder, but cells respond poorly. What helps:Balancing meals with protein, fibre, and healthy fats reduces sharp sugar spikes. Eating slower also gives hormones time to…
Set in the colourful world of “Bolly-Woods”, the musical follows Surinder, played by Sonya Venugopal, whose life is dominated by endless household chores. A classic British pantomime tradition is getting a distinctly desi makeover with ‘Surinderella’, a large-scale British Indian musical adaptation of ‘Cinderella’ that opens its UK tour at the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry…
Today brings fantastic financial prospects, thanks to Jupiter’s influence on long-term investments and the Moon’s direction toward clear-headed choices. Keep an eye out for surprise guests and greet them with open arms. Your eloquence will enhance your relationships, while your convincing demeanor will elevate you at work. Money matters look bright today, and you can…
