For India, the southwest monsoon is far more than a seasonal we ather phenomenon. It is the lifeline of the economy, sustaining agriculture, replenishing water reservoirs, supporting hydropower generation and influencing inflation, employment and food security.
Sometimes, the greatest journeys occur when we stand still. This is an important lesson from one of nature’s miracle workers ~ the tree. Trees have been around for about 400 million years.
Every four years, the football World Cup reminds nations of an uncomfortable truth: population is not destiny.
The most recent 'Fiscal Health Index' (FHI) released by NITI Aayog has placed West Bengal,once the country's leading economy, in the lowest tier.
Eight women fell ill after undergoing Caesarean deliveries at Paota District Hospital in Jodhpur. Two were shifted to ICU as authorities launched an investigation and suspended operations in the OT.
The Rudraprayag administration has dismissed rumours of a takeover and hostage situation at Nagrasu Gurdwara, while shrine authorities have alleged vandalism, stone-pelting and damage to property by a group staying at the premises.
The NTA and PIB have rejected viral claims that the NEET UG 2026 re-examination paper was leaked on Telegram before the test, calling the video fake and warning of legal action against those responsible.
Nabin received a warm welcome from party workers at Jalandhar Bypass before proceeding to a series of scheduled engagements in the city.
The revised framework follows the state government’s earlier declaration that no new liquor shop would be allowed within 1 km of schools, colleges and temples in Bengal.
Swapan Dasgupta said the proposed Kalyani airport would require around 1,000 to 1,500 acres of land and is being planned to meet rising passenger demand in the Kolkata metropolitan region.
The cover of the budget file, prepared using a combination of cotton and jute to highlight the traditional handicrafts of Bengal, has received praises from various quarters.
The gesture bears close resemblance with the 'halwa' ceremony which is in practice in Delhi, before the Union Finance Minister presents the Budget in February every year.
There are few rivers in the world that define a city as completely as the Danube defines Budapest.
In an age of shrinking attention spans and algorithm- driven playlists, four Indian musicians chose endurance over instant applause, immersion over interruption.
Tigers have always fascinated humankind and I'm no different. They are majestic, magnificent, royal, regal…one can go on adding adjectives about them but still not have enough. Their aura is hard to describe. Lord of the jungle! Period.
There are politicians who rise through visibility, and there are those shaped quietly by the systems they later inherit.
Iranian parliamentary leader Ebrahim Azizi criticised Donald Trump's remarks on the Strait of Hormuz, while the US and Iran opened a direct communication channel aimed at ensuring safe passage for commercial vessels.
An explosion and fire at Qatar’s Barzan gas facility in Ras Laffan injured 54 people and left 18 workers missing as rescue teams continued search operations.
Every oil crisis reminds India of a reality it prefers to forget. For all the rhetoric about strategic autonomy and economic resilience, the country's growth remains hostage to developments far beyond its borders.
The first round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland ended with a 60-day roadmap toward a final agreement, alongside new mechanisms focused on maritime security and Lebanon.
India’s merchandise exports grew by around 15 per cent during the April-June 14 period this year despite global economic challenges, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said on Sunday.
The WHOIS screening platform, powered by AI, will help enhance domain name security and strengthen the detection of suspicious websites, hence strengthening India's '.in' domain space.
A weaker quarter from Accenture and a cut in growth guidance have raised concerns about delayed client spending and slower deal momentum for Indian IT companies heading into FY27.
The Nifty IT index slumped over 6 per cent after Accenture lowered its FY26 growth forecast and reported weaker bookings, triggering a broad-based sell-off in Indian technology stocks led by Infosys and TCS.
Spielberg defined alien cinema. But he never owned it. Other directors built worlds just as terrifying, thrilling, and unforgettable. These are the 10 greatest alien sci-fi films he had nothing to do with.
Eighty years after the war ended, it still has the power to stop people cold. Amitabh Bachchan watched Tom Hanks walk through the ruins of World War II and found himself asking a question no documentary can answer.
Woody, Buzz, and Jessie are back, and the box office noticed. T'oy Story 5' opened to a franchise-record $160 million in North America this weekend, leaving every other film in the dust. With $312 million globally.
The Targaryen civil war enters its most brutal chapter yet. Season 3 opens with the Battle of the Gullet and brings a wave of new faces to both sides of the conflict.
Egypt came from behind to defeat New Zealand 3-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash in Vancouver, securing the nation's first-ever World Cup win and boosting their hopes of reaching the Round of 32
Alireza Beiranvand produced a series of crucial saves as Iran held 10-man Belgium to a 0-0 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash. The result leaves qualification wide open heading into the final round of matches.
Brazil star Neymar has returned to full training ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C clash against Scotland, giving Carlo Ancelotti's side a major boost in their bid to reach the knockout stage.
Cabo Verde earned a historic 2-2 draw against Uruguay at FIFA World Cup 2026, with Helio Varela's second-half strike securing a valuable point and boosting their chances of reaching the knockout stage.
The NTA has defended the temporary blocking of Telegram during the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, saying the move was aimed at stopping fake leak rumours and online scams while ensuring a secure examination process.
A day before the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam, NTA corrected an admit card error that had assigned a Nagpur-based candidate an examination centre in Abu Dhabi despite his Maharashtra preferences.
Husband-wife duo Abhinav Garg and Mehak Aggarwal’s book gives an insider’s view of India’s high-stakes pharma manufacturing industry
In the contemporary discourse on environmental humanities and ecological conservation, the intersection of cultural sacrality and hydrologic reality remains a fertile ground for inquiry. B. Suresh Lal’s Rivers of Grace: Exploring the Majestic Waterways and Timeless Beauty of India offer a comprehensive , interdisciplinary examination of India’s fluvial systems.
The revised framework follows the state government’s earlier declaration that no new liquor shop would be allowed within 1 km of schools, colleges and temples in Bengal.
Aaditya Thackeray accused the BJP of encouraging defections as Shiv Sena (UBT) grappled with a growing rebellion. MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar confirmed his exit while Uddhav Thackeray prepared a statewide outreach campaign.
Iranian parliamentary leader Ebrahim Azizi criticised Donald Trump's remarks on the Strait of Hormuz, while the US and Iran opened a direct communication channel aimed at ensuring safe passage for commercial vessels.
Swapan Dasgupta said the proposed Kalyani airport would require around 1,000 to 1,500 acres of land and is being planned to meet rising passenger demand in the Kolkata metropolitan region.
Brazil star Neymar has returned to full training ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C clash against Scotland, giving Carlo Ancelotti's side a major boost in their bid to reach the knockout stage.
The cover of the budget file, prepared using a combination of cotton and jute to highlight the traditional handicrafts of Bengal, has received praises from various quarters.
Eight women fell ill after undergoing Caesarean deliveries at Paota District Hospital in Jodhpur. Two were shifted to ICU as authorities launched an investigation and suspended operations in the OT.
Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal starred as Spain defeated Saudi Arabia 4-0 in Group H of FIFA World Cup 2026, securing a place in the knockout stage with a dominant display in Atlanta.
The gesture bears close resemblance with the 'halwa' ceremony which is in practice in Delhi, before the Union Finance Minister presents the Budget in February every year.
The NTA has defended the temporary blocking of Telegram during the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, saying the move was aimed at stopping fake leak rumours and online scams while ensuring a secure examination process.
