The government will launch the seventh tranche of auctions for critical and strategic minerals on Monday, putting 19 blocks on offer across multiple states as part of efforts to strengthen domestic resource security.The move comes as India seeks to boost self-reliance in clean energy, advanced technologies, fertilisers and other strategic sectors amid global supply-chain disruptions,…
The Punjab Kings enjoyed a breakthrough campaign in IPL 2025, emerging as one of the most consistent teams of the season. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, they topped the league stage and advanced to the final, marking their first title clash after 2014.For the IPL 2026 season, Punjab Kings (PBKS) built upon a strong…
Nina Tower, located in Tsuen Wan, reaches a height of about 1,050 ft with 80 floors in its taller tower. The complex consists of twin towers connected by a sky bridge. It houses hotels, offices, and shopping areas, and is considered one of the tallest buildings in the New Territories region of Hong Kong. Hong…
Supermodel Gigi Hadid has spoken publicly for the first time about being named in documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein, saying the reference left her feeling “sick to my stomach”.30-year-old Hadid addressed the issue after a social media user held her accountable for not commenting sooner. In response, she said she had never met Epstein, describing…
Irfan Pathan picks MI as greatest team (Image Credit: ANI) Former India left-arm pacer Irfan Pathan said Mumbai Indians (MI) hold the edge over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the debate over the greatest Indian Premier League (IPL) team, citing the former’s role in contributing to giving match-winners to the Indian team. MI vs CSK…
MUMBAI: Vijay Singh, a former Indian defence secretary whose eligibility as a trustee has come under legal challenge, absented himself from the board meeting of the Bai Hirabai Jamsetji Tata Navsari Charitable Institution on Friday, the latest sign of an intensifying governance dispute within India’s most powerful philanthropic network.The challenge was brought by Mehli Mistry,…
Watermelon consumption is popular in the summer season, but the peeling is always left out. However, from traditional cooking methods, the white layer of the watermelon peel can be used in preparing a tasty pickle. This kind of practice supports the notion of zero-waste cooking, whereby food items that would have been disposed of are…
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle shared a long-standing professional and personal bond with veteran actress Saira Banu, delivering memorable songs like Main Chali, Zindagi Ittefaq Hai, Tujhko Dekh Kar and Mohe Tirchhi Najariya Na Maro. Over the years, their association grew beyond cinema into a warm friendship. Saira also spoke about the deep-rooted bond their families…
Britons are increasingly choosing UK staycations as rising costs and travel concerns disrupt overseas holiday plans/Image: Getty Images More people in the UK are choosing to holiday within the country this year, as rising fuel prices and concerns over international travel disrupt plans for trips abroad, according to a report by the Financial Times.The shift…
In a shocking turn of events, martial arts icon and screen star Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86 following an unexpected emergency. Legendary martial artist and actor Chuck Norris died on Friday at 86 years old after being taken for a sudden medical emergency the day before on the island of Kauai,…
