Best proverb of the day: “The forest was shrinking, but the trees kept voting for the axe, because...” — Why did the forest choose the axe? An old Eastern European proverb reveals why people often trust what feels familiar, and the powerful life lesson it teaches about self-deception, and the hidden consequences of everyday choicesBest Eastern European proverb of the day: For centuries, proverbs have captured complex truths in just a few words, but few are as striking...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
Amnesty calls EU complicit in new Libyan crackdown on migrantsAmnesty International has accused the EU of complicity in migrant abuse in Libya, citing intensified crackdowns by rival factions. Mass arr...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
MHA adds West Bengal's Haldia Seaport to immigration checkpoints listHaldia seaport in West Bengal has officially been designated as an immigration checkpoint, becoming India's 41st such facility. This move b...
23 Jun, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
BJP's Punjab unit keeps Shiromani Akali Dal option openThe BJP is preparing to contest all 117 assembly seats in Punjab on its own, but signals suggest it has not fully closed the door on revivi...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
West Bengal's Rs 4.39 lakh crore Budget under BJP aims to bury 'syndicate raj', woo investorsWest Bengal's new government unveiled a Rs 4.39 lakh crore budget prioritizing fiscal restructuring and job creation. Finance Minister Swap...
22 Jun, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
Aluminum’s war shock blunted by dark transits and Chinese supplyThe Iran war triggered one of the biggest shocks to the global aluminum market, raising fears of widespread smelter shutdowns and prices su...
21 Jun, 2026, 05.05 PM IST
Dalmia Bharat plans to raise Rs 4,000 cr; targets 110-130 MTPA cement capacity by FY31Dalmia Bharat is set to raise up to Rs 4,000 crore to fuel its ambitious expansion, aiming to reach 110-130 million tonnes per annum cement...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
After Bengal, BJP turns focus to Punjab ahead of Assembly pollsFollowing a sharpened campaign in West Bengal, the BJP is now aggressively targeting Punjab for upcoming Assembly elections. Union Home Min...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
Northeast not just a geographical boundary but a vital pillar of India's security, strategic power: Rajnath SinghDefence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasised the Northeast's crucial role in India's security and strategic power, calling it a vital pillar f...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.16 PM IST
Paschimbanga Divas revives debate over Bengal's birth, identity and historical memoryWest Bengal's June 20, marking its partition-era birth, has become a potent political symbol. The BJP government's official observance of P...
20 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Eastern India remained backward during Congress rule, now emerging as gateway to development: PMPrime Minister Narendra Modi declared eastern India, once neglected under Congress, is now a hub of progress. Addressing a Rairangpur gathe...
20 Jun, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
VP Radhakrishnan in Ladakh, PM Modi in Kolkata as India marks Yoga DayVice President CP Radhakrishnan is in Ladakh for International Yoga Day, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead celebrations in Kolka...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
Assam seeks enhanced access to EAPs to sustain Northeast’s growth momentum: CM Himanta Biswa SarmaAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted the significant role of Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) in the North East's developme...
19 Jun, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
India’s trade strategy: Moving beyond FTAsCurrently, India’s FTA utilisation rate hovers around 25% compared to 70-80% in developed economies.
19 Jun, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
KSH Integrated Logistics announces launch of its first warehouse in Eastern IndiaThe warehouse provides value-added services and uses electric vehicles for last-mile delivery. Advanced systems ensure real-time inventory ...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
A weaker opposition, a stronger NDA: How new parliamentary arithmetic could make this monsoon session unlike any otherMonsoon Session 2026: Parliament's monsoon session faces internal opposition battles. Splits in Trinamool Congress and uncertainty in Shiv ...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Jharkhand Rajya Sabha poll NDA moves MLAs to hotel; INDIA Bloc meets at CM houseWith the Rajya Sabha elections looming on June 18, political parties in Jharkhand are strategically securing their MLAs. In a bid to stave ...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.49 AM IST