Kerala HC invalidates BJP councillors’ oaths taken in names of deities, Mother India NEW DELHI: The Kerala high court on Wednesday ruled that elected local body representatives must take their oath strictly in the manner prescribed by law, declaring invalid the oaths of several BJP councillors in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation who invoked the names of…
RBI Governor says rate hike talk ‘premature’ as crude prices, monsoon remain uncertain NEW DELHI: Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra has pushed back against expectations of an imminent interest rate hike, saying it is “premature” to discuss tightening given the fragile truce between the US and Iran and the uncertainty it creates for…
The dream, the gap and Indian Basketball’s future TimesofIndia.com in SINGAPORE: By the time The Velammal International School took the floor on Tuesday morning, the first impressions of the NBA Rising Stars Invitational had already been formed.South Korean teams had looked physically imposing. The Australians brought size and pace. Japanese teams moved with the confidence…
Congress launches nationwide campaign on education, seeks Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation For months, opposition parties have targeted the government over examinations, paper leak allegations and the state of higher education. The Congress now wants to widen that conversation beyond individual controversies and turn it into a debate about the education system itself.On June 25, the party…
‘Dharman,’ starring Rajinikanth and directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, was officially launched amid huge excitement from fans. Produced by Kamal Haasan, the film has already become one of the most anticipated projects in Tamil cinema thanks to its powerful title reveal and striking first-look poster. Kamal Haasan looks back at a promise made decades ago Speaking…
There are times when advice comes from everywhere – friends, family, social media, and everyone around you has an opinion. Instead of helping, it often creates confusion. Slowly, you begin to rely less on outside voices and more on your own thoughts. You start sitting quietly with situations instead of reacting immediately. Over time, that…
The recent sell-off in US technology stocks should be viewed as a pause rather than the start of a broader market reversal, according to John Stoltzfus, Managing Director and Chief Investment Strategist at Oppenheimer Asset Management. He believes the long-term technology upgrade cycle remains intact, supported by strong corporate earnings, ongoing innovation and a Federal…
Skoda has taken the wraps off its new flagship electric SUV, the Peaq. Positioned at the top of the brand’s EV line-up, the three-row electric SUV is set to rival premium family-focused electric models such as the Kia EV9, Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Volvo EX90 in global markets. Skoda Peaq: Design and dimensions Built on…
Photo credit: FlightGlobal China’s new airborne early warning and control aircraft, the KJ-3000, is drawing attention from military planners across the world.Based on the indigenous Y-20B strategic transport aircraft, the KJ-3000 is expected to become one of the most advanced airborne surveillance platforms in China’s inventory. The Y-20B is among the largest transport aircraft currently…
Amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to ease tensions in Middle East, the Indian Embassy in Tehran on Wednesday advised Indian nationals to continue avoiding all non-essential travel to Iran until further notice.The advisory comes despite recent signs of progress in negotiations between Iran and the United States aimed at ending months of conflict in the region.Embassy…
