Nearly half of all deaths recorded in 2024 occurred without medical attention from a trained professional, according to the latest Sample Registration System (SRS) Statistical Report. The share of such deaths was 45.5% in 2024 – more than double the 18% recorded in 2020 – and has remained close to half of all deaths since…
The UK government led by Keir Starmer has shelved its proposed Chagos Islands agreement with Mauritius, amid strained ties with Donald Trump and the absence of formal US approval, according to an official statement.The deal, which aimed to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while leasing back the strategic Diego Garcia military base,…
Taxpayers should retain rent receipts, lease agreements, proof of rent payments, and other supporting documents. (AI image) ITR filing FY 2025-26: If you opt for the old income tax regime while filing your tax return, chances are that you avail the benefit of House Rent Allowance (HRA). This is a popular exemption available for taxpayers,…
Signage is seen outside of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission headquarters in Washington, Aug. 30, 2020. Andrew Kelly | Reuters The Commodity Futures Trading Commission said Tuesday that it’s filing suit against Kentucky. The action comes after the state sued prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket, asserting the companies were operating illegal gambling platforms. Kentucky…
NEW DELHI: The ministry of education on Sunday said it has directed IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur to assist the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in resolving technical issues on its post-result services portal, following widespread complaints from students and parents over glitches in the re-evaluation process.According to the PIB press release, Union education…
A man has been charged with second‑degree murder in the fatal shooting of Birinder Singh, a 22‑year‑old international student from India, during a daytime highway incident near Leduc, just south of Edmonton, Canada.Singh was shot on March 14 while driving on Highway 2 near Township Road 490. He died of his injuries later the same…
Divyanka Sirohi passed away at 30 after a reported heart attack, leaving the Haryanvi industry in shock. Her last rites were held in Ghaziabad. A Bulandshahr native, she appeared in 50+ songs and gained fame through TikTok. She is survived by her siblings, with her family yet to issue a statement. Trigger warning: This article…
In a heartfelt move, rock icon Sebastian Bach has reached out to actress Christina Applegate with an apology following her candid memoir, where she reflected on their brief romance and a painful incident at the 1989 VMAs. Acknowledging the upheaval of his youth in the rock scene, Bach expressed genuine remorse for any hurt he…
The investigation into the murder of 26-year-old realtor Ketan Agrawal has revealed that the two accused allegedly rehearsed the crime multiple times before carrying out the killing, police said. PUNE: The investigation into the murder of 26-year-old realtor Ketan Agrawal has revealed that the two accused allegedly rehearsed the crime multiple times before carrying out…
JMI registration 2026: Jamia Millia Islamia has released its 2026–27 academic session prospectus. The 150-page document, presented by Vice Chancellor Prof. Mazhar Asif, Registrar Prof. Md. Mahtab Alam Rizvi, and Controller of Examinations Prof. Ahteshamul Haque, sets out eligibility criteria, entrance exams, fee structures, and timelines for all programs.JMI has expanded entrance test centres from…
