Speaking in the context of Operation Sindoor, the CDS said, "If you look at how did we measure victory (in the) past when you talk about domination victory, we naturally associated victory with either capture of territory, number of people or equipment you killed or number of PWs you captured,...
The Delhi High Court has rejected the interim bail application of Amritpal Singh, an accused in a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act related to the seizure of 103 kg of heroin at the Atari border by the Immigration Department in April 2022.
"In 2023, I stood by Ms Moitra when she was under fire in Parliament â I did so out of conviction, not compulsion. Today, she repays that support by calling me a misogynist," Kalyan Banerjee said while posting the video on X.
Rajya Sabha was in turmoil as Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the presence of security personnel during opposition protests, leading to a dispute with the Deputy Chairman and BJP leaders. Kharge claimed CISF personnel entered the House, which Harivansh refuted, stating it was the Parliament Security Service. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accused...
The INDIA bloc has strongly criticized the Supreme Court's remarks against Rahul Gandhi regarding his comments on the Indian Army and Chinese aggression. The alliance defended Rahul's right to question the government as leader of opposition, emphasizing the duty to hold the government accountable on matters of national interest.
In a significant counter-terrorism effort, the Indian Army's Operation Nagni in Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir, resulted in the discovery of a terror hideout. The joint operation, involving the Army, police, and BSF, led to the seizure of arms, explosives, and ammunition.
"With due respect to the honourable judges of the Supreme Court, they do not decide who a true Indian is. It is the duty of the opposition leader to question the government. My brother (Rahul Gandhi) would never speak against the Army, he holds them in the highest respect. This...
Amit Shah has become India's longest-serving Union Home Minister, surpassing L.K. Advani's record. He has served for 2,258 days, achieving this milestone on the anniversary of the Article 370 abrogation. Key developments during his tenure include the abrogation of Article 370, the Ram Janmabhoomi temple construction, new criminal laws, and...
India-US relations face strain over Russian oil imports. The Indian Army recalls US support for Pakistan in 1971. Donald Trump criticizes India's oil trade, threatening higher tariffs. India defends its energy policy, citing national interest. The Ministry of External Affairs calls US and EU stance unjustified. New Delhi points to...
So far, a total of 961 ineligible cards have been cancelled in the Pauri district, and 5307 ration cards have been cancelled in the Bageshwar district. 3,332 cards have been cancelled in Dehradun.
Congress has strongly criticised PM Modi, highlighting Trump's tariff threats due to India's Russian oil imports, questioning the value of their touted friendship. Jairam Ramesh referenced past events like 'Howdy Modi' and Trump's claims of brokering peace between India and Pakistan, suggesting a deterioration in US-India relations. He also pointed...
A strike by Karnataka's state-run transport workers has disrupted bus services across the state, causing significant inconvenience to commuters. The workers are protesting over unpaid salaries, wage revision delays, and privatization concerns. Despite a high court directive to halt the strike, unions proceeded, demanding the release of 38 months of...
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren penned a heartfelt tribute to his father, Shibu Soren, following the JMM founder's death at 81. Describing it as his life's toughest time, Soren acknowledged the immense loss for both himself and the state. He vowed to continue his father's struggle for tribal empowerment, honoring his...
Anant Raj Ltd anticipates its data center and cloud services revenue to reach Rs 1,200 crore by FY27 and Rs 9,000 crore by FY32. The company is expanding its IT load capacity to 28 MW with new facilities in Manesar and Panchkula, aiming for 63 MW by FY27 and 307...
Rustam Mulla, a veteran lawyer and former managing partner at DDCM, has joined Veritas Legal as a senior partner. This move will bolster Veritas Legal's real estate, dispute resolution, and corporate practices. Mulla's extensive experience and board positions will be valuable assets to the firm, complementing recent additions like Vaibhav...
The government reports a significant number of air passengers, 48, placed on the 'no-fly list' this year until July 30, due to unruly behavior. Bans range from months to years, depending on the severity, as per DGCA guidelines.
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited has secured the lowest bid to supply seventy thousand tonnes of green ammonia. This is under the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition scheme. The price is fifty one rupees and eight paisa per kg for Krishna Phoschem Limited. The Solar Energy Corporation of India tender...
Nearly four decades after it was first cleared, the Nangal DamâTalwara railway line remains incomplete. The âš2,000 crore project has made slow progress, with only 87 percent of the work done. Locals in Punjabâs Talwara region have grown old waiting for a train that has yet to arrive. Land disputes,...
Gautam S Adani will step down as Executive Chairman of Adani Ports. The change is effective from August 5, 2025. He will transition to Non-Executive Chairman. Consequently, he will no longer be key managerial personnel. Manish Kejriwal has been appointed as an Additional Non-Executive Director. His term will be for...
Sumadhura Group has leased 5 lakh sq. ft of commercial space at Sumadhura Capitol Towers in Bengaluru, generating âš50 crore in annual revenue. The leases, spanning office and retail segments, include tenants like First Brand Group and Blue Tokai. This reflects Bengaluru's strong office market and Sumadhura's commitment to Grade...
The Petroleum Ministry addresses concerns about E20 petrol. It clarifies that claims of significant mileage drop and engine damage are incorrect. Automakers are already selling E20-compatible vehicles. Ethanol blending offers environmental and economic advantages. It reduces greenhouse gas emissions and saves on crude oil imports. The initiative supports farmers and...
Nayara Energy, an Indian refiner backed by Russia, has begun gasoline exports. This is the first shipment since the European Union imposed sanctions on July 18. The oil tanker Tempest Dream departed on August 4 carrying 43,000 metric tons of gasoline. The vessel is en route to Sohar, Oman. This...
Wonderchef introduced Chai Magic, an automatic tea maker. Chai Magic aims to simplify tea making at home. Wonderchef also inaugurated its first exclusive store in eastern India. This marks the company's 31st exclusive brand outlet nationwide.
Bank of Baroda has introduced bob FxOne, a digital foreign exchange platform tailored for corporate and MSME clients. This platform streamlines forex and derivative transactions with real-time rates and instant confirmations. It offers a user-friendly interface, eliminating the need for manual intervention and providing greater control and efficiency in treasury...
Ajith Kumar, the Tamil cinema icon, celebrated 33 years in the industry, marked by his wife Shalini's heartfelt tribute on Instagram. Beginning as a child artist, he starred in over 62 films and is now balancing his acting career with his passion for motorsport. Fans celebrated his journey, acknowledging his...
Torrent Electricals plans to invest over Rs 1,000 crore in its new housing wire vertical to boost manufacturing and distribution. The company, a new entrant in this fast-growing segment, has launched its products in Gujarat and aims to expand to other states. This move aligns with the increasing demand in...
Zee Studios triumphed at the 71st National Film Awards, securing six awards for films like 'Mrs. Chatterjee v/s Norway' and 'Naal 2.' The studio also distributed '12th Fail,' which won Best Feature Film. This recognition underscores Zee Studios' dedication to producing and distributing compelling Indian cinema across diverse languages and...
Donald Trumpâs threat to hike tariffs on Indian exports over its Russian oil imports isnât likely to move the needle in New Delhi. India, driven by domestic needs and economics, isnât ditching cheaper Russian crude anytime soon. Behind the posturing lies a bigger story, about energy security, shifting alliances, and...
India's ultra-luxury car market faces uncertainty as the UK-India FTA's timeline remains unclear, causing affluent buyers to defer purchases, anticipating price drops. Brands like Rolls-Royce and BMW offer price protection, while others like JLR remain cautious. The FTA's exclusion of EVs and potential impact on non-British luxury brands add to...
PB Balaji is set to become the CEO of Jaguar Land Rover on November 17. He will be the first Indian to lead the British automotive brand. Balaji replaces Adrian Mardell, who is retiring. Tata Motors is undergoing restructuring. Balaji's appointment signals greater autonomy for individual businesses. He aims to...
India will not allow AsiaSat's AS-5 and AS-7 satellites after March 31, 2026. This decision comes from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre. Concerns exist over AsiaSat's Chinese ownership. JioStar and Zee Entertainment are moving to other satellites. The move aligns with India's focus on national security. New...
In their discussions with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), non-banking financial companies have requested LAPs be not treated on a par with unsecured loans when assigning risk weights. They have urged the RBI to reduce the current cap of 125% and align more closely with home loans, which attract...
Adult pacifiers are gaining popularity for anxiety relief and sleep aid, selling over 2,000 monthly. Despite positive reviews, concerns arise about potential mental impacts and dental issues from its use.
State Bank of India will temporarily suspend UPI services on August 6 for maintenance. However, customers can still use these methods to make UPI transactions.
Suhel Seth highlights Gurugram's poor infrastructure despite housing major corporations. He criticises Haryana's political leadership for neglecting the city's needs and calls for visionary governance to address these challenges.
The Income Tax Department has chosen LTIMindtree to implement the PAN 2.0 project next year. Here's what this means for existing PAN card holders, what changes and how to applyâŚ
Personality tests can reveal how love influences us. A new optical illusion test indicates that what you see first reflects personality changes due to love. Maintaining a romantic relationship requires trust, effort, and growth, allowing individuals to discover new aspects of themselves.
In the open letter, Sheikh Hasina called for her countrymen to stand for âjustice, for economic opportunity, for education, for peace, and for a nation where no one lives in fear.â
PM Modi met Philippines President to strengthen bilateral ties. Discussions included strategic partnerships, visa-free travel, and direct flight connectivity. The visit marks the first by Marcos since taking office and coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
A woman revealed her husband had declined a lucrative job offer due to a drug test requirement, expressing disdain for coding and corporate life. Reddit users advised her to protect herself amid red flags.
A Noida man has become richer than the entire Forbes billionaires list after gaining an âinsaneâ âš10,01,35,60,00,00,00,00,00,01,00,23,56,00,00,00,00,299 in his deceased mother's Kotak Mahindra Bank savings. I-T has frozen the account for now.
Zelensky stated that mercenaries from various countries are supporting Russian troops in Ukraine. He met with frontline soldiers, addressing battle dynamics and expressing gratitude for their service, as the conflict continues.
Bengaluru's St Josephâs University faces backlash for charging âš6,500 for convocation attendance and âš3,000 for degree collection without attendance.
Shipwreck in Gulf of Aden leaves only 32 survivors so far, with the rest missing and presumed dead, says UN agencyA boat has capsized off Yemenâs coast leaving 76 people dead and 74 others missing, the UNâs migration agency said.Yemeni security officials said 76 bodies had been recovered and 32...
Latest âmass captureâ in Zamfara state shows banditry crisis shifting from land conflict to organised crimeGunmen have kidnapped more than 50 people in north-west Nigeria in a mass abduction, according to a private conflict monitoring report created for the UN and seen by Agence France-Presse on Sunday.âArmed banditsâ targeted the...
Niece of Agnes Wanjiru says she thinks John Healey is âtaking us for a rideâThe niece of a Kenyan woman who was murdered more than a decade ago, allegedly by British soldiers, has said her family now believe the defence secretary âjust made a promise for his political gainâ when...
Conservative party leader, who grew up in Nigeria and US, says she has not renewed her Nigerian passport in decadesâKemi Badenoch has said she no longer considers herself Nigerian and does not possess a Nigerian passport.The Conservative party leader, who was born in London, but grew up in Nigeria and...
Isotopes can be detected at airports and borders even in large containers and are harmless to the animalsA South African university has launched an anti-poaching campaign to inject the horns of rhinoceroses with radioactive isotopes that it says are harmless for the animals but can be detected by customs agents.Under...
After 90% loss of global sunflower sea star population in 10 years, researchers hope decline can now be tackledA decade after the onset of a sea star wasting disease (SSWD) epidemic considered the largest ever documented in the wild, researchers have identified the microbial culprit responsible: a strain of the...
US claims judge attempting âto silence oppositionâ as Bolsonaro accused of breaching ban imposed amid fears he may abscond ahead of trialIn a move immediately condemned by the US, a Brazilian supreme court judge has ordered the house arrest of former president Jair Bolsonaro for breaching âpreventative measuresâ that were...
Seven workers were also among victims taken outside of Port-au-Prince in âplanned actâ in middle of nightAn Irish missionary and a three-year-old child are among nine people missing in Haiti after a mass kidnapping from an orphanage in the countryâs capital, Port-au-Prince.The victims were seized from the Sainte-HĂŠlène orphanage in...
More than 700 active wildfires burning across Canada and about two-thirds are currently out-of-controlBillowing smoke from hundreds of out-of-control wildfires â most of which are in the Canadian Prairies â have caused severe air quality alerts across Canada and the United States.Detroit, Michigan, and the Canadian cities of Montreal and...
Company to carry out more tests on its Santos basin find as it continues shift from renewables back to fossil fuelsBusiness live â latest updatesBP has made its largest oil and gas discovery of the past 25 years off the coast of Brazil as it continues to shift its focus...
Demolition of 48 cliffside establishments at Bingin beach marks flashpoint in the struggle between mass tourism and desire to retain Indonesian islandâs âmagicââI canât believe this is happening,â said Komang Agus, looking on in despair at his workplace of 16 years in the Bali tourist hotspot of Bingin, lying in...
Fears for August as Kyoto reaches 40C and Seoul has 22 nights above 25C, while eastern Australia enjoys snowThe heat continues in Japan and South Korea, after both countries experienced their warmest Junes on record and hit the same benchmark for July.In Japan, the national temperature record fell on Wednesday,...
Visitors to pay up to NZ$40 to access certain attractions in coming years amid overhaul of conservation lawsNew Zealand plans to start charging international tourists fees to enter its famous natural sites and will make it easier for businesses to operate on conservation land as part of a controversial proposal...
Overture from new president Lee Jae Myung is latest effort to revive dialogue with Pyongyang that stalled under his predecessorSouth Korean authorities have begun removing loudspeakers that blare propaganda broadcasts along its border with the North, Seoulâs defence ministry said on Monday, as the new government of President Lee Jae...
A 27-year-old appeared in court on Monday, charged with ill treatment and neglect of a child after bus driver spotted a bag movingA New Zealand woman has appeared in court charged with neglecting a child, after a bus driver discovered a toddler stowed in a suitcase within the luggage compartment.Police...
Emergency services called on Monday night after member of host family in Hunter region heard a commotion and found older girl with stab woundsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA teenage Chinese girl has been killed and her fellow student arrested following a stabbing at their...
James Vlassakis, the youngest of four men convicted over the serial killings, was found guilty of being involved in four of 11 murders between 1992 and 1999Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe youngest of the four men convicted over South Australiaâs âbodies in the barrelsâ...
CEO Sall Grover challenges earlier court finding and claims she did not know Roxanne Tickle was transgenderFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA transgender woman was treated âas a hostile invaderâ and directly discriminated against twice when she...
Gregory Vaughan, 72, and his partner Kim Worner, 66, were flying with their pet dog in the aircraft that departed George Town on SaturdayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTasmanian police hold âgrave concernsâ for a couple in...
Airline tries to soften blow by releasing 400,000 new Classic Reward seats across its international and domestic flightsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastQantas has effectively lowered the value of its frequent flyer points after making significant changes...
Steve Witkoff is visiting Moscow this week - is it a sign that an agreement between Russia and the US to end the fighting in Ukraine could yet be reached?
Naturgy Energy Group SA shares slid on Tuesday after it sold a combined 5.5% stake through two deals, in an effort to boost liquidity in the stock and enable index inclusion.
The Federal Reserve could be poised to trigger a stock-market regime change that sees smaller companies perform better than megacap tech, according to a strategist at Jefferies.
Armin Papperger, the chief executive officer of Rheinmetall AG, Germanyâs largest defense company, became a Russian target following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine as Rheinmetall provided Ukraine with armored vehicles, military trucks, and ammunition. Stephanie Baker has the details in todayâs âBig Takeâ on Bloomberg Television. (Source: Bloomberg)
Oil extended a three-day drop, as investors weighed risks to Russian supplies, with US President Donald Trump stepping up a threat to penalize India for buying Moscowâs crude.
Nedbank Group Ltd. plans to sell its stake in pan-African lender Ecobank Transnational Inc. to focus on businesses in the southern and East African regions.
The Philippine central bank has room to continue its easing cycle next year after possibly two more quarter-point cuts for the rest of 2025, according to Governor Eli Remolona.
UBS Group AG is diving into the euro bond market with a two-tranche sale of notes, days after raising dollar debt following better-than-expected quarterly earnings.
The UKâs retail investors have sold more than ÂŁ50 billion ($66.46 billion) worth of domestic equity funds since 2020, which could be adding to the marketâs underperformance, according to Panmure Liberum analysts.
Deirdre Cooper, sustainable equity head at Ninety One, sees some âreally large asset owners, institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds starting to think about looking at other parts of the worldâ amid signs of the beginning of a bear market for the US dollar . (Source: Bloomberg)
Czech inflation slowed in July but remained above the central bankâs target as policymakers are expected to keep interest rate unchanged this week to tackle persistent price pressures.
Country Garden Holdings Co. plans to ask Hong Kongâs High Court to delay its liquidation case until later this year, people familiar with the matter said, a move that would give the Chinese developer more time to work on its restructuring.
Smith & Nephew Plc surged after reporting better-than-expected earnings and announcing a $500 million share buyback, rewarding shareholders after a years-long turnaround effort.
Trumpâs envoy Steve Witkoff announced the end of âpiecemealâ ceasefire negotiations, as Hamas released hostage videos and Israelâs leader digs in for another offensive.
The bipartisan legislation was introduced as tensions soared between Washington and Moscow, which has spurned President Donald Trumpâs bid to end the Ukraine war.
Days after its independence was restored, the National Anti-Corruption Bureau announced a major inquiry into theft related to the purchase of drones and warfare systems.
The first official statement from the Kremlin about Trumpâs move seemed to distance Russian President Vladimir Putin from Dmitry Medvedevâs inflammatory comments.
Acute water shortages in occupied areas of eastern Ukraine, and angry residentsâ appeals for help, contradict propaganda suggesting life is pleasant under Russian control.
More than a million Afghans have returned from Iran this year, according to the U.N. â either forcibly deported or pressured to leave by Tehran authorities.
Israeli officials say arming clans can create a counterweight to Hamas. Some critics of the initiative say it aims to undermine Palestinian nationalism.
Brazilian officials have cordoned off a massive parcel of degraded land in the Amazon and leased it to a private carbon credit company to safeguard and restore.
Looking for backup, I turned to an AI chatbot for relationship wisdom. It took my side. It was only when I challenged the bot's biases â and my own â that we had a communication breakthrough.
Hurricane Katrina exposed longstanding flaws in the New Orleans criminal justice system. In the 20 years since, there has been dramatic change in the public defender office.
Itâs no secret that stress isnât good for you. But just how bad is it? Well, in the last few decades, scientists have linked psychological stress to changes in our DNA that look a lot like what happens on the molecular level as we age. Today on the show, host...
Gov. Bill Lee declined to grant a reprieve Monday amid uncertainty about whether the implantable defibrillator will shock Byron Black's heart when the lethal drug takes effect.
The State Department said it would start a pilot program that will require cash deposits to tourist and business visas for people from countries with high overstay rates.
As Canadian wildfires spread smoke across the U.S. the air pollution is dangerous to health. But there are ways to protect yourself. Here's what to know.
The Trump Administrationâs worldwide tariff wars continue. A top priority for Trump has been resetting U.S. trade relations and earlier this year his administration had vowed â90 deals in 90 daysâ. But as the August 1st deadline came and went, what emerged wasnât a flurry of deals but a wave...
The Yellow Line of Namma Metro is being seen as a game-changer for people who travel to and from Bengaluru South. The line passes through Silk Board Junction
Using a different method to track forest cover, the study revealed that India lost nearly 18 sq kms of forest for every 1 sq km gained from 2015 to 2019.
A Muzaffarpur man was declared dead on paper by his own son so he could sell his land. The nonagenarian has demanded cancellation of land registration, and legal action against son
A CRPF jawan, in a viral video, alleged police inaction after jewellery and cash were stolen from her Tamil Nadu home in June. BJP leader Annamalai slammed CM Stalin over the same.
An âEmbassy of Khalistanâ has been set up in Canadaâs Surrey by Khalistani organisation Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), along with the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara Temple.The so-called embassy, with a board reading âRepublic of Khalistanâ, has been opened in a building on the premises of the gurdwara, which is a...
The Himachal Pradesh government plans to restart its state-run lottery digitally, nearly three decades after its ban, sparking debate over its social impact
A resolution was passed during the meeting acknowledging the success of Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev, 2 military operations launched in response to terrorist threats.