Several senior Catholic leaders in Spain have sharply criticised the euthanasia of 25-year-old Noelia Castillo, calling it a reflection of societal failure and raising concerns over the country’s right-to-die law.“We have all failed as a society,” Jose Mazuelos Perez, Bishop of the Canary Islands, was quoted as saying by EuroNews. ‘Culture of death’: Bishops question…
Oil prices rose sharply on Friday as tensions in the Middle East intensified, with the US launching more strikes on Iran, fueling concerns over the energy supply flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude, the global benchmark, climbed 7.8% to $109.03 per barrel after soaring beyond the $111 per barrel mark. At the same…
Police in Canada are asking the public to help identify an Indian man wanted in connection with an alleged sexual assault in Ottawa last year.The Ottawa Police Service said the incident took place on November 29, 2025, at around 4.04 pm at a business located on March Road near Maxwell Bridge Road.According to police, a…
Union home minister Amit Shah (File photo/PTI) Srinagar: Ladakh’s two main political groupings sought a meeting with Union home minister Amit Shah during his two-day visit to press demands, including Sixth Schedule status and statehood. Shah will attend events tied to Buddha Purnima during his stay in Leh on April 30 and May 1.Leh Apex…
NEW DELHI: Centre has notified amendments to Plastic Waste Management Rules, making it mandatory for producers, importers and brand owners to use recycled plastic in packaging and carry a label and marking indicating the use of recycled content.The new rules, notified by the environment ministry on Tuesday, have provisions for stricter compliance, making the system…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday India-South Korea ties as New Delhi and Seoul signed several MoUs aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation.During a joint press statement, PM Modi said Korean President Lee Jae Myung visit is a crucial step towards a more advanced bilateral framework. “I am delighted to welcome President Lee on…
Immigration attorneys predict that the H-1B registrations this year (FY 2027) will be around 200K. Immigration lawyers predict that the total number of H-1B cap registrations for FY 2027 will further drop to around 200k as many companies stayed away from registering for H-1B petitions because of the $100,000 fee. The wage-based selection process, which…
India has enhanced its safety protocols for its seafarers and stabilise maritime trade operations amid the ongoing Middle East tensions. In a directive, the Directorate General of Shipping issued Circular 21 of 2026, setting out precautionary measures for Indian seafarers operating in and around Iranian waters. The advisory calls on those currently ashore to stay…
Fresh shareholding data has shed light on veteran investor Radhakishan Damani’s equity portfolio, showing continued strength in both value and diversification. According to the latest disclosures, Damani currently holds investments in 10 listed companies, with his total portfolio value rising to around Rs 1,98,319.81 crore. The portfolio recorded an approximate 13.11 per cent (as of…
Top stocks to buy or sell today (AI image) Stock market recommendations: Somil Mehta, Head of Retail Research at Mirae Asset ShareKhan has picked Max Healthcare Institute, and Coal India as the top stocks to buy today (May 12, 2026). AU Small Finance Bank is a sell call from the analyst.Max Healthcare Institute: Buy in…
