Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for domestic airlines rose by around 10 per cent on Tuesday as state-owned oil marketing companies rolled out a government-backed price stabilisation scheme that will allow carriers to lock in fuel rates for up to three years.Under the new regime, airlines opting into the scheme will pay a fixed ATF…
Chinese proverb of the day (Image generated via Google Gemini) This proverb is striking, even uncomfortable in modern reading. It uses a vivid image – a kite cut loose from its string – to describe a woman without love or emotional anchoring. On the surface, it is poetic. Almost fragile in its wording. But the…
Neem Karoli Baba, known as Maharaj-ji, offered simple yet profound teachings focused on loving and serving everyone, remembering God, and telling the truth. His wisdom, shared through quiet words rather than extensive writings, continues to resonate with thousands, influencing even prominent figures in technology seeking guidance in their busy lives. Some teachings are so complicated…
Shares of sugar companies like Balrampur Chini Ltd., Dhampur Sugar Ltd. and others gained up to 4%, while ethanol-focused firms such as Praj Industries opened higher but gave up gains on Thursday, June 11, after the Centre exempted higher ethanol-blended petrol variants from excise duties, a move aimed at accelerating ethanol adoption and boosting demand…
Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee (R) NEW DELHI: Expelled Trinamool Congress leader Ritabrata Banerjee on Friday exuded confidence that support for the rebel TMC faction he is leading will continue to “increase”.Ritabrata’s remarks came amid turmoil within Mamata Banerjee‘s party.The expelled TMC leader claimed to have the backing of a sizeable section of MLAs from…
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has given the Messi-Ronaldo-Mbappe debate a cleaner frame. All three have now played two matches in this tournament. Lionel Messi has pushed the all-time World Cup scoring record to 18. Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first player to score in six different World Cups. Kylian Mbappe, meanwhile, has reached 16…
Prabhu Deva has taken delivery of the MG M9 Presidential Limousine, priced at around Rs 70 lakh. The premium electric MPV comes loaded with 16-way adjustable seats, massage modes and a 13-speaker sound system. Deva, who has won two National Film Awards and the Padma Shri, is known for films like ‘Wanted’ and ‘Rowdy Rathore’….
G R Infraprojects Ltd has signed an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) agreement worth ₹1,898 crore with West Central Railway, further strengthening its order book. The latest contract adds to a series of project wins for the company in recent weeks, indicating sustained order inflows across segments. Earlier, the company received a Letter of Acceptance…
Forecasts for the tropical Pacific have shifted noticeably over the past month, with climate scientists now placing greater confidence in the arrival of a particularly powerful El Niño later this year. While these events are part of a natural climate cycle, their effects rarely stay confined to the Pacific Ocean. Changes in ocean temperatures can…
Shares of the SoftBank Group, listed on the Japanese stock exchanges, surged up to 20% on Thursday, May 21, led by three important factors. The Masayoshi Son-led company snapped a five-day losing streak after this surge. SoftBank’s fortunes are closely tied to the AI boom, considering the massive investments it has made in companies related…
