Road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari India should aim for 100 per cent ethanol blending in the near future to strengthen energy self-reliance, road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari said on Tuesday. He said that vulnerabilities in oil supplies due to the ongoing crisis in West Asia have made it essential for the…
A Parliamentary panel has recommended an urgent and comprehensive review of the Rs 1,000 minimum monthly pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995, saying the amount is no longer sufficient to meet the basic needs of beneficiaries amid rising living costs, reported PTI.The recommendation assumes significance as pensioners have been demanding that the minimum pension…
African proverb of the day (AI-generated image) People have always been drawn to beautiful things. Expensive things too. A polished car. A giant house. Designer clothes. Even funerals, strangely enough, are sometimes turned into displays of wealth and status. In many parts of the world, families spend enormous amounts on elaborate ceremonies, decorated graves, and…
Today is a whirlwind of enthusiasm and potential stress that calls for a delicate balance. Embrace the uplifting moments of new friendships and neighborly connections sprouting around you. Meanwhile, nurture your personal relationships with open and honest conversations. Career responsibilities are hefty, so make decisive choices in your priorities. Exercise financial caution to avoid rash…
City life promises opportunity, diversity and career growth, but it can also bring daily pressures that slowly add up. Long commutes, rising grocery bills, concerns about crime, difficulty accessing healthcare and polluted air can shape how stressful life feels in a major urban centre. A new global index by Remitly analysed more than 170 cities…
Kaloor is a prime example of a developed area in Kochi, characterized by convenience and livability. Situated close to the city centre, Kaloor ensures great connectivity to all transportation and business hubs. The existence of educational institutions, hospitals, and entertainment venues adds value to the area. The real estate industry in Kochi keeps growing, backed…
KL Rahul added another major milestone to his IPL career during Delhi Capitals’ clash against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday.Although Rahul’s innings ended on 23, the Delhi Capitals batter entered the record books by becoming the first player in IPL history to score more than 1000 runs for three different…
Punjab Kings’ Marco Jansen and skipper Shreyas Iyer reacts after the match. (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer did not hide his disappointment after they slumped to a fifth successive defeat in IPL 2026, calling the latest loss to Mumbai Indians “a tough pill to swallow”.Already eliminated, MI chased down 201 with…
New Zealand opener Finn Allen created history in Kolkata by smashing the fastest century ever in a T20 World Cup on Wednesday, powering New Zealand into the final with a crushing nine-wicket win over South Africa.Chasing 170 in the first semi-final, Allen went on a rampage, scoring an unbeaten 100 off just 33 balls. Why…
Nirjala Ekadashi will be performed on 25th June, 2026. This fast has to be performed without food and water for the whole day.This fast has a very powerful benefit of reducing all the malefic influences. What Makes Nirjala Ekadashi Different From Other Ekadashis? Normally, on Ekadashis, people consume food or water. But on Nirjala Ekadashi,…