India is said to be on the brink of a historic trade deal with the United States, and if done right, it could mean more than just political wins and export numbers.
According to the Bengali calendar, 8 May 1969, was the 25th day of Baishakh. It was the 108th birthday of Tagore. However, it is recognised as the day that Satyajit Ray’s iconic fantasy film, Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne, which was based on the story by his grandfather Upendrakishore Roy Chowdhury, was released.
India’s proposed move to tighten foreign investment norms by formally recognising “Foreign-Owned and Controlled Entities” (FOCE) is not just a bureaucratic tweak ~ it is a decisive step toward aligning FDI oversight with economic reality.
In the latest twist in the long and brutal war in Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has once again injected himself into the peace process ~ this time, after a twohour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
In a remarkable push toward wildlife preservation, the Uttar Pradesh government has taken unprecedented measures to conserve turtle species across the state.
Dhankhar called for focusing on alternative medicine and for evidence-based validation of India's ancient texts to make them accessible and applicable to contemporary challenges.
A few Indian Army jawans sustained minor injuries when the bus they were travelling in was hit by a truck at Dharala More near Panagarh, under the Budbud police station.
A powerful nor’wester swept across Kolkata and several parts of West Bengal on Wednesday evening, following an alert issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).
Though granted bail by the Calcutta High Court, a local BDO in East Burdwan has denied entry to two Trinamul Congress leaders into their respective posts in a panchayat, sparking controversy today.
A day after chief minister Mamata Banerjee disbursed the second instalment of funds under the Banglar Bari housing scheme for 12 lakh beneficiaries, Trinamul Congress leaders took to social media to amplify the scheme’s reach, financial details, and the government’s commitment to housing for all.
With breathtaking beauty above and vast coal reserves below, Jharkhand's Hazaribagh district plays a pivotal role in meeting India’s energy demands. Its deep-rooted history, diverse geography, and vibrant cultural fabric make it truly distinctive.
Despite holding multiparty elections, India falls short of fundamental requisites such as freedom of expression, association, and free and fair elections due to ineffective enforcement agencies and a judiciary system that fails to check the unfair electoral system strictly.
Today, Sunday, 11 May, is Mothers’ Day. I agree with those who feel that keeping just one day aside, annually, the second Sunday in May, for the celebration of the one individual whom we can take for granted to love us unconditionally is not enough. Every day belongs to our mothers.
According to Taiwan's MND, 16 out of the 23 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, southwestern and eastern Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ)
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) requested the acting chief justice of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) to expedite hearings on petitions requesting the suspension of sentences that have been awarded to PTI founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in the 190 million pound corruption case, Dawn reported.
The residents of Balochistan's Nushki carried out a rally in response to a call from the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), staging a significant protest against increasing state violence.
Mishra said a provision for the job fair has been made in the 2025-26 budget under which a common platform will be created where job-seeking youth and recruiting institutions can directly interact.
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) reported a 35% drop in its March quarter net profit as it realised lower oil prices on almost static output, the company officially announced here on Thursday.
Having already secured a playoff berth, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will now turn their focus on a top-two finish in the league stage of IPL 2025, a feat they haven’t achieved since 2016, when they face Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their penultimate league clash in Lucknow on Friday.
Chopra finally got the monkey off his back after sending the spear to 90.23m at the Doha Diamond League, but it wasn’t enough for the top spot. Germany’s Julian Weber, with a sensational final attempt of 91.06m, claimed victory with his first-ever 90m+ throw.
Two and a half decades later, Jimi, 38, stands tall as one of the senior-most players in Sepak Takraw at the inaugural Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) in Diu.
Two-time Olympic medallist Harmanpreet Singh will continue to lead India at the European leg of FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 (Men), scheduled to take place in Amstelveen, the Netherlands and Antwerp, Belgium from June 7 to 22, Hockey India (HI) announced on Thursday.
The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha, on Wednesday declared the results of the CHSE Odisha Class 12 Examination 2025 for Arts, Science, Commerce, and Vocational streams.
St. Paul’s Mission School in Sealdah carries a legacy spanning 142 years. Starting as a small girls’ home for underprivileged girls, today the institution has risen to become one of the country’s premier educational establishments.
In a landmark breakthrough poised to transform Indian agriculture, the department of mechanical engineering at IIT Kharagpur has developed a cutting-edge semi-automatic tracked mobile manipulator cum agricultural robotic system.
“When AAP leader Ankush Narang talks of dignity and decorum, it reminds one of an old saying – If the winnowing basket speaks, so does the sieve – the one with 72 holes,” said Delhi BJP spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor.
"Instead of throwing out grand-sounding but hollow filmi dialogues in public rallies as he has done in Bikaner today, the Prime Minister should answer serious questions that are being asked of him," Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said.
"The two leaders will decide soon. It will start soon. Either of them could take the initiative. Both of them are brothers and big political leaders. Both of them will have direct discussions," he added.
The Gallantry awards were given to the personnel for displaying raw courage, unparalleled bravery, and total disregard to personal safety in the line of duty.
On the occasion, Jain Muni Prasanna Sagar Ji Maharaj said Yoga Guru Swami Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna are selflessly working for the health of humanity, the prosperity of society, and the harmony of the world.
Union Finance Minister Sitharaman appreciated the initiatives taken by the state government to bolster the economy of the state and the country as a whole and assured to extend all possible help and support in the days ahead.
On reaching the spot, the police team found the body of a male, estimated to be 27-28 years old, with blood oozing from the mouth and ear but no visible external injuries elsewhere.
The Panchayat that is being ruled by the CPI-M has taken the decision amid the Left party’s strong opposition to renaming junctions with Pakistan-linked names across Kerala.
