MUMBAI: India’s trade and energy supplies face fresh risks after reinsurers and Protection & Indemnity (P&I) clubs announced cancellation of war risk insurance for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz and Iranian waters, following an escalation in the Iran conflict. The cancellations, effective from this week, have left over 150 vessels stranded and disrupted a…
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad (PTI) Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad found himself in the record books for the wrong reasons after registering the slowest fifty of IPL 2026 during a tough outing against Gujarat Titans at Chepauk.Gaikwad’s half-century came off 49 balls, making it not only the slowest fifty of the current…
Water alone cannot do the job. The body needs electrolytes, especially sodium and potassium, to move water into cells and keep it there. Dr Subhasish Mazumder, Senior Director – Gastroenterology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali, explains it simply, “Most people think that just drinking more water will keep them hydrated. However, hydration is not just…
Rupee on Wednesday took another fall towards the 94 per US dollar mark, tumbling 20 paise in early trade to reach 93.96 against the greenback. This follows a weak run for the currency this month. Earlier on Tuesday, the currency had already slipped by 23 paise to settle at 93.76, pressured by a stronger US…
India To Host Inaugural Women’s Champions Trophy 2027 (Image: IANS) India will host the inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy in 2027, with the six-team tournament relocated from its originally designated host Sri Lanka. The tournament is scheduled to take place from February 14 to 28, 2027, marking a significant addition to India’s calendar of major…
According to Gadkari, making better use of sugarcane by-products could also improve returns for farmers. (Image for representative purpose only) India imports most of the fuel it consumes – be it crude oil, LPG, or even LNG. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has said that India’s agriculture sector can help drive…
The difference in the product prices between the United States and India can be seen in various categories such as electronics, fashion brands, fuel, groceries, and home appliances. However, the difference in the product prices is due to various factors such as taxes and import duty. In this article, five categories have been identified in…
Unsuccessful plans can be disheartening, but they are not life’s end. The article reminds us that God establishes our steps, not just our plans. Sometimes, a closed door prevents a future we do not want. Failure can be a redirection, offering a better path forward. We should pray for wisdom and accept God’s guidance for…
As tensions continue to escalate across parts of West Asia, India’s aviation authorities have stepped up efforts to assist affected passengers amid widespread flight disruptions. The Ministry of Civil Aviation said its Passenger Assistance Control Room (PACR) is working round the clock to address grievances and queries from air travellers impacted by the evolving situation….
Why experts say counselling matters more than NMC’s proposed 10-year MBBS completion limit The National Medical Commission has proposed restoring the maximum duration for completing MBBS from nine years to 10 years. While speaking to TOI Education, senior medical educator Dr. M. M. A. Faridi said the focus should be on understanding why students struggle…