Bengaluru: From raising funds to support the likes of Bangalore Kidney Foundation (BKF), Neonates Foundation of India (NFI) and Charlie Animal Rescue Centre (CARE), this year’s TCS World 10K has already raised over Rs 5 crore that will support close to 100 NGOs. The marathon will be held on April 26 this year.GoSports Foundation (Sports)…
Hyderabad: The rising temperatures have led to sharp uptick in Telangana’s power consumption —45% of which is being recorded by Greater Hyderabad alone. According to official records of the Telangana Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TGSPDCL), the state’s current average demand stands at 10,000 MW (approx) per day. Of this, Greater Hyderabad’s consumption is about…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee (File photo) The 2026 West Bengal Assembly election is once again being fought not just on governance, welfare, or corruption, but on something far more visceral. The identity. As the campaign sharpens, the familiar charge of “bohiragoto” has returned to the centre of the political…
Gandhinagar: The state’s shipbuilding and repair policy, which is expected to be announced next month, will offer a slew of incentives to industries, including interest subvention for reducing interest rates on financing, electricity and water subsidy, and dredging support for the shipbuilding ecosystem.Beyond fiscal support, the proposed policy will ensure long-term waterfront access, single-window clearances,…
Ahmedabad: National security advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Tuesday described national security as a “complex and multifaceted phenomenon” and stressed that the biggest mistake in assessing a nation’s strength is ignoring the willpower of its people.While factors such as military strength are critical, inherent strength of people often proves decisive in security matters, he said,…
Pahalgam: At the one-storey govt hospital in Pahalgam, April 22, 2025, began like any other day. There was the usual OPD trickle. But one phone call changed the day — and the town forever. Just 2km away as the sound carries, terrorists’ AK47 bullets were ripping into tourists.This small facility swiftly shifted to emergency mode,…
Shillong: Union minister of state for agriculture and farmer’s welfare Bhagirath Choudhary said about a recent initiative to support farmers in marketing produce such as potato, onion and tomato across the country, with transportation costs being borne by the Centre, thereby facilitating better market access and remunerative prices for farmers.On a visit to the Indian…
Attention Virgos! Today may feel like a mental maze, so take a moment to breathe and ground yourself. Sticking to your usual rhythm is key—steer clear of unnecessary turbulence. Be extra cautious with everyday tasks, especially on the road. When it comes to partnerships, emphasize open dialogue rather than jumping to conclusions. Slow down, Virgo….
At least 191 people were killed in road accidents in Thailand in the first three days of the country’s annual Songkran festival, widely known as the “world’s largest water fight”, marking a grim start to the celebrations this year.According to the New York Post, the Thai New Year festival, typically marked by week-long water festivities…
Kolhapur: The Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has written to the superintendent of police (SP) and commissioner of police of all districts and city commissionerates to set up Special Juvenile Police Units (SJPUs) — mandated as per Juvenile Justice Act, 2015.The commission members claim that, as per the Act, child welfare police…
