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.
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 Punjab Cabinet has approved an ordinance that would require private schools to seek approval before increasing fees beyond 5% annually. The proposal also includes refund provisions for excessive fee hikes over the past three years.
A life convict who allegedly failed to return to jail after parole was killed in an encounter with Sonipat Police after opening fire on a police team. Haryana DGP Ajay Singhal said an injured head constable is receiving treatment and the department will bear all medical expenses.
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.
As per police reports, authorities are currently investigating whether a sudden physical ailment led to his death or if there was some other underlying cause which triggered the incident.
"The broader Suhrawardy family’s political choices similarly reflected an alignment with Pakistan rather than India," Malviya claimed.
Durgapur has five industrial estates managed by the West Bengal Industrial Development Corporation accommodating many private factories, but no electronics equipment manufacturing plant as yet.
The state government has highlighted in its budget that the existing ports of Haldia and Kolkata suffer from low draft and high turnaround time and hence there is a need to construct a strategic deep-sea port.
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.
Keir Starmer has stepped down as Labour leader following growing internal pressure, setting off a leadership contest that will produce a successor before Parliament returns in September.
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.
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
FIFA's mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have divided players, coaches and sports scientists. While critics call them unnecessary commercial interruptions, experts argue they are essential for player safety in extreme heat.
Defending champions Argentina take on Austria in a crucial Group J clash at FIFA World Cup 2026. Lionel Messi's side aim to secure a Round of 32 spot against an unbeaten Austrian team.
Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are all set to feature in crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 fixtures as the race for the knockout stage intensifies.
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.
Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are all set to feature in crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 fixtures as the race for the knockout stage intensifies.
Haryana's urban transport expansion plans received a significant boost as the Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation Limited (HMRTC) reported a financial surplus and a sharp rise in metro ridership, while several Metro and Namo Bharat projects moved closer to implementation across the state.
Reacting to the tragic incident, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who was in Aligarh, expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families.
The BJP-led West Bengal government and journalist-turned-politician Swapan Dasgupta’s maiden budget attempts an ambitious political and economic balancing act.
As per police reports, authorities are currently investigating whether a sudden physical ailment led to his death or if there was some other underlying cause which triggered the incident.
Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Nabin said the interaction was held under the BJP’s ongoing 'Sampark Abhiyan', aimed at engaging with distinguished personalities from different fields.
The Bihar State Sports Authority (BSSA) has terminated the services of athletics coach Krishna Kunal, weightlifting coach Rocky Kumar and chief weightlifting coach Gurvinder Singh after a surprise inspection allegedly uncovered suspected doping-related materials at the State Sports Academy.
The Shinde faction's Lok Sabha strength has now risen from seven to thirteen.
"The broader Suhrawardy family’s political choices similarly reflected an alignment with Pakistan rather than India," Malviya claimed.
Durgapur has five industrial estates managed by the West Bengal Industrial Development Corporation accommodating many private factories, but no electronics equipment manufacturing plant as yet.
