Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, warns it will shoot vessels; strikes US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain againTensions between the United States and Iran have surged. Iran struck American military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. The Strait of Hormuz wa...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Norm-breaking SpaceX IPO a source of elation, angst on Wall StreetSpaceX is poised for a historic IPO, aiming to raise $75 billion with a $1.8 trillion valuation. Despite immense investor excitement and Mu...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.08 PM IST
Six months on, National Sports Awards still await nodIndia's sporting community faces an unusual delay in the National Sports Awards. The Sports Ministry cites a re-evaluation of Arjuna awarde...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Namami Gange: Industrial pollution flowing into Ganga down nearly 60 per cent since 2017Industrial pollution in the Ganga has significantly decreased by almost 60 percent since 2017. This achievement is credited to the Namami G...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
India eyes more FDI, speed up divestment, asset monetisation as economy faces external risksIndia's government is set to accelerate reforms, focusing on attracting foreign investment and divesting assets. This strategy aims to main...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.44 PM IST
Root cause: India’s spice crown under threat as quality concerns trace back to farmsFarm-level traceability, quality, value addition, and branding are key to converting export scale into global trust, according to experts.
08 Jun, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
Indians can afford more food. Why are they still eating poorly?Indians are eating poorly despite earning more. Low-quality cereals fill plates, while proteins, vegetables, and fruits are lacking. This a...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.26 AM IST
Spanish Proverb of the Day: “A young woman is to an old man the… — Life lessons on desire, temptation, self-control, and why impulsive choices often lead to unintended consequencesSpanish Proverb of the Day highlights a traditional saying that reflects historical attitudes toward age, gender roles, and moral interpret...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
Delhi hotel fire: Probe narrows focus on blocked roof exit, heaters, norm violations and ownership tangleDelhi Police are investigating a devastating hotel fire in Malviya Nagar. Key findings include a blocked roof exit and cooking heaters in g...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Sealed windows, locked basement among lapses found in Delhi guest house fire probeA devastating fire at a Malviya Nagar guest house claimed 21 lives. Investigations reveal critical safety failures, including sealed window...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.54 PM IST
Delhi hotel Fire: Who is Lavkesh Bajaj, Malviya Nagar hotel owner, and how did a six-room B&B become a 25-room hotel?Lavkesh Bajaj hotel owner: A devastating fire at Flourish Stay B&B in Malviya Nagar claimed 21 lives. Owner Lavkesh Bajaj is now under inve...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Deadly Malviya Nagar fire triggers MCD crackdown on illegal commercial unitsThe Municipal Corporation of Delhi will start sealing unauthorized commercial properties in South Delhi. This action follows recent tragedi...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Delhi blaze: Hotel building owner arrested after Malviya Nagar fire kills 21Delhi Police arrested Lavkesh Bajaj, owner of the Malviya Nagar hotel building. A devastating fire killed 21 people in the Flourish Stay B&...
04 Jun, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCRThe Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air ...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCRThe Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air ...
03 Jun, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
Silver imports via authorised channels onlyNew import rules for silver are now in effect. All silver imports must go through specific government-approved channels. This includes agen...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
Finmin pushes for wider local sourcing norm in incentive schemesThe move indicates a sharper alignment between government spending and industrial policy objectives, with the Centre striving to ensure tha...
27 May, 2026, 12.33 AM IST