Complaint filed over alleged conspiracy to topple TVK-led Vijay government NEW DELHI: The Tamil Nadu Police arrested 3 people in connection with an alleged political horse-trading bid after Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) MLA N Ilaiyaraja claimed he was offered Rs 35 crore to influence his vote on a proposed resolution in the state assembly against…
On the outskirts west of Jerusalem, a burial chamber was disturbed long before scientists reached it, its contents partly scattered and partly preserved by chance. What remained did not look remarkable at first glance: broken pottery, mixed human remains, and soil already altered by construction and looting. Yet within that disorder lay material that would…
It is clear that Russia continues to be India’s single most important crude supplier and remains at the core of the country’s import strategy. (AI image) The US-Iran war has pushed India’s crude oil imports from Russia to an all-time high – beyond levels seen when Russian crude was available at big discounts in the…
Missing the opening penalty in a shootout can unsettle an entire team, and that is exactly what happened to Germany against Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 32. As the pressure mounted with every kick, the four-time world champions lost their composure and crashed out in one of the biggest upsets of the tournament….
Extreme heatwave sets records across Europe: The continent continues to experience extreme summer heat as temperatures have surged well above normal seasonal levels across several countries. Thermometers in parts of France and Spain have climbed above 40°C, with prolonged heat and little relief even during the night. Authorities have reported heat-related deaths in France amid…
Ahead of UPTET 2026, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the UPESSC to hold a separate Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for in-service teachers, saying they should receive adequate opportunities to prove their eligibility. He also reviewed examination preparations and ordered strict measures to ensure transparency, security and smooth arrangements for nearly 20 lakh…
The singer responded to complaints about ticket prices and the runtime of her latest tour performances.Image credit (Lily Allen Instagram) Lily Allen has defended her current tour after receiving criticism from some attendees regarding the length of her live performances and ticket pricing. The singer responded directly on social media to complaints that the show,…
While in many parts of the world, snakes inspire fear, in India, it’s a different story. Snakes are feared but are also revered as protectors, guardians, and divine beings. Snakes are worshipped in India and have been deeply woven into mythology. From Lord Shiva’s serpent Vasuki to the serpent king Nagaraja and the serpent Sheshanaga,…
Private sector lender Karur Vysya Bank on Wednesday, July 1, reported healthy business growth for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, with total deposits and advances registering double-digit year-on-year growth, according to its provisional business update. The bank’s total business rose 15.94% year-on-year to ₹2.27 lakh crore as of June 30, 2026, from ₹1.96 lakh…
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has discontinued the mAadhaar app and has shifted users to a new redesigned Aadhaar mobile application. UIDAI earlier launched the mAadhaar app so that people could access Aadhaar services on their mobile phones. It allowed people to view Aadhaar details, download e-Aadhaar, and share basic information digitally. Now,…
