West Bengal’s 'anti-goonda bill' cleared: Who can be detained, what properties can be seized and why it matters | Kolkata News

West Bengal’s ‘anti-goonda bill’ cleared: Who can be detained, what properties can be seized and why it matters | Kolkata News

The West Bengal assembly on Monday passed the West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill KOLKATA: The West Bengal Assembly on Monday passed the West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill, 2026, paving the way for stricter action against organised anti-social activities, including provisions for preventive detention, property seizure…

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India, Chile review progress in proposed trade pact talks ahead of WTO meet

India, Chile review progress in proposed trade pact talks ahead of WTO meet

India and Chile on Wednesday reviewed the progress of negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement (FTA), with both sides discussing ways to accelerate talks and deepen bilateral economic engagement, reported PTI.The issue came up during a meeting between Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal and Chile’s Vice-Minister of International Economic Relations Paula Estevez Weinstein in Yaounde,…

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Italy planted millions of spruce trees to protect the Alps; 90 years later, scientists find biodiversity has halved |

Italy planted millions of spruce trees to protect the Alps; 90 years later, scientists find biodiversity has halved |

In the 1930s, under Mussolini’s fascist regime, Italy launched a sweeping reforestation drive across the northern Alps. The goal was to practically prevent soil erosion, secure timber, and project an image of national productivity. The chosen tree was Norway spruce (Picea abies), a fast-growing conifer prized for its straight trunk and reliable wood yield. Thousands…

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Manoj Bajpayee: 'Mehnat karna mere DNA mein hai': Manoj Bajpayee explains why big-budget films are a 'picnic' temptation over exhausting but 'kick' inducing independent cinema | Hindi Movie News

Manoj Bajpayee: ‘Mehnat karna mere DNA mein hai’: Manoj Bajpayee explains why big-budget films are a ‘picnic’ temptation over exhausting but ‘kick’ inducing independent cinema | Hindi Movie News

Manoj Bajpayee says indie cinema gives him a creative kick that big-budget films can’t match. Despite frequently receiving mainstream offers, he chooses performance-driven projects for the thrill they bring. “Mehnat karna mere DNA mein hai,” he said. The actor is currently winning praise for his work in ‘Governor’. Over the years, Manoj Bajpayee has carved…

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Manipur Board HSLC Class 10 result 2026 releasing shortly at manresults.nic.in: Check steps to download marksheet

Manipur Board HSLC Class 10 result 2026 releasing shortly at manresults.nic.in: Check steps to download marksheet

Manipur Board HSLC Class 10 result 2026: The Board of Secondary Education, Manipur (BSEM) is set to declare the HSLC Class 10 result 2026 today, May 8, on its official website. Once released, students will be able to check and download their marksheets from manresults.nic.in.This year, more than 35,000 students appeared for the Manipur HSLC…

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Stocks to Watch for June 24: Infosys, IRFC, Honasa Consumer, Delhivery and more

Stocks to Watch for June 24: Infosys, IRFC, Honasa Consumer, Delhivery and more

By Megha Rani  June 23, 2026, 8:56:52 PM IST (Updated) Infosys expands GlobalFoundries AI IT deal, NLC India and IOCL plan green JV, YES Bank, Delhivery, IRFC, Honasa Consumer and Satin Creditcare announce…Read More 1/9 Infosys | The IT firm has expanded its multi-year partnership with semiconductor manufacturer GlobalFoundries to provide AI-led managed services across…

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Middle East tensions: US approves $8.6 billion arms sales to Israel, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait

Middle East tensions: US approves $8.6 billion arms sales to Israel, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait

The United States has cleared arms sales worth over $8.6 billion to key Middle East allies, namely Israel, Qatar, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates. The approvals were issued by the US State Department amid heightened regional tensions linked to the prolonged Iran conflict.The announcements by the State Department included approval of military sales to…

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