NEW DELHI: The Bombay high court has sharply criticised the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for failing to fix Mumbai’s potholed roads and open manholes, a problem the court said has persisted for over two decades. The bench also pulled up the Thane Municipal Corporation for delaying compensation to the family of a doctor who died…
NEW DELHI: United States ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Tuesday rejected row over renaming of the Indo-Pacific Command and said that “name on the letterhead” does not matter.While addressing the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum Leadership summit, Gor said India still conducts more military exercises with the US than any other country and has regular…
King Sejong statue at Gwanghwamun Square – a modern tribute to Hangul’s creator (Left). Most writing systems evolved gradually over centuries, making it impossible to identify who invented their letters. Nobody knows who created A, B or C, or the original forms of most scripts still used today. Korea’s Hangul is a remarkable exception. Created…
Hospitality technology company Prism, the parent of OYO, has filed updated draft papers with markets regulator Sebi for a Rs 6,650 crore initial public offering (IPO) comprising entirely a fresh issue of shares with no offer-for-sale (OFS) by existing shareholders. Hospitality technology company Prism, the parent of OYO, has filed updated draft papers with markets…
Paraguay President Santiago Peña declared a national holiday. (AP Photos) Paraguay President Santiago Peña declared a national holiday after the country’s football team produced one of the most stunning results of the FIFA World Cup 2026, eliminating four-time champions Germany to book a place in the Round of 16.In a night already etched into Paraguayan…
AP EAMCET 2026 result likely today: Check scorecard, rank card and counselling process AP EAMCET 2026 result: The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) is expected to announce the AP EAMCET 2026 results on June 30 through its official admissions portal, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates who appeared for the entrance examination will be able to…
Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth paid tribute to Dame Penelope Keith following her passing, remembering the beloved actress for her warmth, humour and extraordinary contribution to British television and theatre.Image credit (Gyles Brandreth Instagram) Dame Penelope Keith, the acclaimed British actress best known for her iconic roles in the classic 1970s sitcoms ‘The Good Life’ and ‘To…
The crape myrtle tree is beloved for its spectacular flower displays that bloom in different colours, including white, pink, purple, and red. After flowers are gone, the tree still attracts attention with its colourful bark and autumn foliage. The rounded canopy creates a nice shading effect, so it is a great choice to plant close…
“As a journalist, the details always tell the story” – this quote by American author and musician James McBride describes a scribe in a nut shell. Meet Shubhobrota Devroy, who carries this journalism sentiment in his heart. As an experienced business journalist, he is always on a steep learning curve in his profession. From macroeconomics,…
A 28-year-old garment trader in Faridabad allegedly died by suicide, posting a video accusing his wife and her family of abuse GURGAON: A 28-year-old garment trader allegedly died by suicide by hanging himself inside his shop in Faridabad’s Ballabhgarh area on Sunday after posting a video on Instagram in which he accused his wife and…
