Fireworks at America’s 250th birthday bash, claimed to be the ‘best firework show ever!’ by President Donald Trump, is the new low in sending poisonous gases into the atmosphere. Over 40 minutes, 851,000 individual shells were fired.
Prime Minister Modi flagged off India’s first indigenous hydrogen powered train on the Jind–Sonipat section, marking a historic leap in clean mobility and Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
What began as an irreverent internet joke has acquired the unmistakable weight of a political movement.
The return of arranged marriages among sections of India’s younger generation is less a rejection of modernity than an indictment of the digital age’s promise that technology could simplify the search for lifelong companionship.
The Trust is also expected to discuss filling three vacant posts, including that of the General Secretary and trustees, during its meeting in Ayodhya.
Police detained Congress workers in multiple states as the party expanded its agitation over the NEET paper leak, while launching a nationwide student engagement campaign demanding education reforms.
Floodwaters have inundated 872 villages and more than 24,000 hectares of farmland, while over 1.14 lakh people are staying in relief camps as rescue operations continue across the state.
Police said the firecracker unit had been sealed after its licence expired in March, but was allegedly reopened while security personnel were deployed for the Rath Yatra.
The plan is inspired by international models such as London's Oxford Street and aims to create a modern, pedestrian-friendly public space that encourages reading.
Admissions will be made through a common entrance examination, bringing West Bengal in line with the national EMRS model.
The Serampore MP's remarks came after he walked off the stage at the Birla Planetarium rally on Tuesday following an argument with Mamata Banerjee.
The case had drawn significant political attention, with demands for swift investigation and exemplary punishment for those involved.
West Bengal’s new BJP government has started its innings with promise, generating huge expectations.
A police-officer-turned politician, Asim Arun is currently the Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Social Welfare and SC/ST Welfare in the Yogi Adityanath ministry.
Uttarakhand Education Minister and the state's well-known organisational strategist, Dhan Singh Rawat, has consistently earned the confidence of the BJP's central leadership to manage parts of its election campaigns in poll-bound states across the country.
Days after her government launched a new EV (Electric Vehicle policy, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed confidence that the ambitious move will play a crucial role in contributing towards realising the vision of a clean, healthy and pollution-free National Capital.
The meeting was attended by External Affairs Minister of India S Jaishankar, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japan Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
A high-level meeting in Washington has resulted in Pakistan seeking a rare $10 billion US financial facility to shore up its economy. If approved, the package could ease pressure on the rupee.
The proposed 30-year agreement would place American companies at the heart of Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear programme, with Congress expected to review the pact in the coming days.
The Pentagon told lawmakers the conflict has already cost $37.5 billion and warned of readiness shortfalls without additional funding, while also alleging Russia and China are enabling Iran's military operations.
Adani Navbharat Developers Private Limited (ANDPL), the special purpose vehicle (SPV) company undertaking the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP), officially announced here on Wednesday that it has launched an Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform called ‘Dharavi Didi’, which will act as a 24x7 interactive AI companion answering all questions from Dharavi slum dwellers regarding the project's redevelopment and rehabilitation.
Indian pharmaceutical stocks declined in early trade after the US President unveiled a phased tariff regime on imported generic medicines, though analysts said India's cost advantage and regulatory hurdles make a major disruption unlikely.
Indian stock markets ended lower for the second consecutive session on Tuesday amid volatile trading.
The robust growth in these industries offset weaker performance in other sectors. Output declined in crude oil, natural gas, refinery products and fertilisers during the month, highlighting the uneven nature of the recovery across the core industries.
Abba nahin maanenge... yet the internet has already delivered its report card. From viral memes to public questions, silence is facing the toughest examination.
As students continue to raise their voices for education reform, Ratna Pathak Shah says the responsibility lies not only with those in power but also with her own generation.
Amid growing unrest over the CJP protests, Rajkummar Rao has chosen his words carefully, appealing for calm on both sides. The actor believes real change is never born out of anger.
Tear gas hung over Jantar Mantar, but somewhere between the smoke and the slogans, two familiar voices from Bollywood chose a side. Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia didn't just watch the chaos unfold.
Lionel Messi has spoken of the "immense pain" following Argentina's 1-0 FIFA World Cup final defeat to Spain, thanking fans and praising his teammates after another memorable tournament.
Argentina's FIFA World Cup runners-up received a heroes' welcome in Ezeiza with a red carpet, military band and thousands of fans, while captain Lionel Messi was absent from the returning squad.
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin skipped the FIFA World Cup 2026 final as tensions between UEFA and FIFA intensified over disciplinary decisions, refereeing issues and tournament operations.
Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad has backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to continue until the 2027 ODI World Cup, saying the veteran duo have earned the right to decide when to retire.
Have you ever tried reading Charles and Mary Lamb’s Tales from Shakespeare, out of sheer curiosity? As a middle schooler, when it was passed down to me by my cousin, I held the much revered title in my hands.
Every campus placement season, the same conversation plays out between recruiters and university leadership.
Every generation prepares its children for the world they are likely to inherit.
Organized in collaboration with Cardiff Metropolitan University, United Kingdom, and Algebra Bernays University, Croatia, WIN 6.0 2026 served as a vibrant international platform for exchanging ideas and showcasing pioneering research in emerging technologies.
Fresh from ending her title drought by winning the Japan Open on Saturday, PV Sindhu continued her impressive run of form with a hard-fought first-round win at the China Open, while Ayush Shetty pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the day by defeating Indonesia's World No. 11 Alwi Farhan to reach the men's singles pre-quarterfinals in Changzhou on Wednesday.
The 2026 Commonwealth Games get underway in Glasgow on Thursday, with around 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories competing across 10 sports. A total of 215 gold medals will be up for grabs during the Games.
India left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav is set to make his debut in English county cricket after signing for Yorkshire for two separate spells during the ongoing domestic season.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday agreed on the importance of finalising an interim trade deal between the two countries which is almost complete.
The plan is inspired by international models such as London's Oxford Street and aims to create a modern, pedestrian-friendly public space that encourages reading.
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) achieved an engineering milestone by successfully placing a mammoth 58-metre span across the NH-9, and the Delhi-Meerut Expressway, just after the Noida Electronic City Metro station on the Blue Line.
Adani Navbharat Developers Private Limited (ANDPL), the special purpose vehicle (SPV) company undertaking the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP), officially announced here on Wednesday that it has launched an Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform called ‘Dharavi Didi’, which will act as a 24x7 interactive AI companion answering all questions from Dharavi slum dwellers regarding the project's redevelopment and rehabilitation.
Heavy security was deployed in and around Jantar Mantar as the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP's) protest entered its 32nd day on Wednesday, with demonstrators continuing to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged irregularities in the NEET examination.
Admissions will be made through a common entrance examination, bringing West Bengal in line with the national EMRS model.
The meeting was attended by External Affairs Minister of India S Jaishankar, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japan Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
