He left school after class 7, arrived in Mumbai at 15, with Rs 24 in his pocket. Today, he earns Rs 25 LPA per annum. Who is Munna Thaakur?From Akola with just Rs 24, Munna Thakur's journey to becoming a celebrated celebrity photographer is a testament to grit. He overcame imme...
21 Jun, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
FIFA 2026: It's bigger. Is it better? A look at the differences between the 1994 and 2026 World CupsThe 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America contrasts sharply with the 1994 tournament. Ticket prices have surged dramatically. The competitio...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
El Niño clouds loom over kharif crops, farm payA developing El Niño event thousands of miles away poses a significant threat to India's agriculture. This weather phenomenon is linked to ...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
A giant lake vanished for 130 years, then returned and flooded 120,000 acres overnightA massive lake in California, Tulare Lake, vanished over a century ago. Recent extreme storms brought it back, submerging farmland. This ev...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Govt readies contingency plans to counter El Nino threat to kharif season: Shivraj Singh ChouhanThe Indian government is ready for El Nino's impact on the upcoming kharif crop. Contingency plans are being made for affected districts. T...
28 May, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
India, Canada aim to seal free trade deal by November-end, Goyal says Carney 'shaved off a month'India and Canada are working towards a free trade agreement. Talks are progressing with a target for conclusion by year-end. This pact aims...
27 May, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
No winter, no snowfall, but everything turns white: Why this North Eastern state transforms into a snowy wonderland every summerManipur transforms into a summer wonderland as towering silk cotton trees release fluffy white fibres, creating a spectacle resembling snow...
25 May, 2026, 08.25 AM IST
Macro, the Mightiest: Why India’s biggest macro variable still falls from the skyThe 2026 monsoon comes with a clear warning: Rainfall is forecast at 92% of the long-period average, with higher-than-usual probability of ...
24 May, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
Govt in 'advanced stage of consultation' on industry's demand for cotton import duty removalThe Indian government is actively considering removing the 11 percent customs duty on raw cotton imports. Ministries are in advanced talks ...
24 May, 2026, 10.35 AM IST
In India’s parched heart, high power costs put cooling out of reachIndia's scorching summers strain power grids, forcing costly upgrades. While cities like Nagpur manage peak demand with advanced cooling, m...
20 May, 2026, 08.33 AM IST
When will monsoon season begin in India? IMD shares update on arrival & expected rainfall datesIndia's monsoon season is set to begin soon. The India Meteorological Department predicts the southwest monsoon will reach Kerala around Ma...
18 May, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Delhi Temperature: IMD predicts brutal heatwave with 'yellow alert' from tomorrow; check how dangerous it could getDelhi Temperature heatwave warning: Delhi is bracing for intense summer heat with temperatures expected to reach 45°C, prompting a yellow a...
18 May, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Monsoon to arrive in Kerala on May 26, six days early; IMD forecasts below-normal rainfall for 2026The monsoon is expected to arrive in Kerala on May 26, six days earlier than usual. This early onset is significant as it precedes sowing f...
16 May, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
Apparel industry representatives meet Vice President, seek removal of 11 pc import duty on cottonApparel industry representatives met Vice President C P Radhakrishnan and other ministers, urging the removal of an 11% import duty on cott...
14 May, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Monsoon onset over Andaman around May 20: IMDThe Southwest Monsoon is set to arrive in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands around May 20. India anticipates below-average rainfall this year...
08 May, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
Trisha Krishnan wears Rs 12,000 suit on her 43rd birthday in Tirupati just before Vijay's TVK impressive win in Tamil NaduActress Trisha Krishnan marked her birthday with a spiritual visit to Tirupati and her Rs 12,000 outfit gained attention. Later, she visite...
05 May, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
CAI pegs November cotton arrivals at 77 lakh balesCAI has estimated cotton consumption for the months of October and November 2021 at 55.83 lakh bales of 170 kgs. each while export shipment...
17 Dec, 2021, 02.09 PM IST