Lucknow: A 46-year-old man, who accompanied his son to appear for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) in Lucknow, died after being hit by a train near the examination centre in Bakshi Ka Talab (BKT).The deceased, Arun Kumar, a resident of Bidhuna in Auraiya district, came to the city to ensure his son could…
US President Donald Trump said the United States will raise tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25 per cent next week, claiming the bloc was not complying with a previously agreed trade deal.“I am pleased to announce that, based on the fact the European Union is not complying with our…
New Delhi: An NGO has written to the Centre and Delhi govt on behalf of victims of the bomb blast near Red Fort in Nov last year and their families, seeking enhanced compensation, citing inadequate relief for both the deceased and the injured.The representation follows an order of the Delhi High Court dated April 29,…
Dibrugarh: Devotees gathered at the Boudha Vihar in Sivasagar town on Friday to observe Buddha Purnima, with special programmes organised to mark the 2570th Buddha Jayanti.The day’s observances included prayers and the lighting of lamps and candles at the Buddhist temple. A community prayer session was also held, attended by members of the local Buddhist…
Imphal: Hundreds of people from diverse communities on Wednesday held a massive peaceful rally in Thoubal district demanding justice for recent civilian killings and raising concerns over alleged human rights violations.The demonstration was organised under the collective leadership of All Manipur United Clubs’ Organisation (AMUCO), All Manipur Women’s Voluntary Association (AMAWOVA), Manipuri Students’ Federation (MSF),…
Karun Nair and Axar Patel (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel lashed out at his fielders after their costly lapses led to defeat, despite the team posting a mammoth 264/2 in 20 overs. Karun Nair dropped Shreyas Iyer twice in the same over off Kuldeep Yadav, a turning point in Delhi Capitals’…
Kolkata: Senior PWD officials on Wednesday stepped up preparations to shift the state secretariat to the historic Writers’ Buildings as the incoming BJP govt is apparently unwilling to work from Nabanna.The urgency of the move was underlined by a police inspection on Wednesday, when officers visited different floors of the Writers’ Buildings to assess the…
India’s workforce has grown significantly over the past decade—a clear sign of progress on paper. But dig deeper, and the picture darkens.Jobs and unemployment are not just economic terms; they shape everyday life. They are the parameters that influence conversations at home, college choices, election rallies, office corridors and chai stalls alike. From farms and…
RCB’s Jacob Bethell and Virat Kohli run between the wickets (PTI Photo) Former India opener Aakash Chopra has raised concerns over Jacob Bethell’s form ahead of Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s clash against Gujarat Titans on April 30, suggesting the youngster could be feeling the heat after a quiet start to his stint this season.Bethell, who came…
Navi Mumbai: The Panvel district and additional sessions court judge SR Ugale on Thursday convicted and sentenced a murder accused man to life term imprisonment with a Rs 50,000 fine after eight years of trial.The accused allegedly killed his sister’s father-in-law, Ram Prasad Gupta, 60, and attempted to murder the victim’s wife, Lakshmi Devi, 53,…
