The petroleum and natural gas ministry amended the framework for the aviation turbine fuel (ATF) on Wednesday, formally allowing it to blend it with synthetic fuels. The measure is aimed towards bringing clarity to fuel standards amid growing use of alternative and blended aviation fuels.The revised notification redefines ATF to include not just conventional hydrocarbon…
Tamil Nadu ranks third in terms of business contribution to Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company (Kotak Life), accounting for 9% of the insurer’s overall business in the country. In FY26, it reported assets under management (AUM) of 1,03,156 crore, up 12.4% year-on-year from 91,807 crore in FY25. In an interview, Mahesh Balasubramanian, MD and CEO,…
National Award-winning actor Salim Kumar has reportedly been admitted to a private hospital after experiencing health complications. As reported by ANI, the hospital authorities stated that the actor is currently receiving treatment and is on ventilator support. Further details regarding his health condition are expected to be shared later. Recent reports also stated that the…
Amritsar: A jatha from Bengaluru comprising Sikligar and Vanjara Sikh devotees arrived at Golden Temple on Wednesday as part of a special outreach initiative supported by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC).The group, led by Jarnail Singh and organised by Gurdwara Singh Sabha Bengaluru, along with the Karnataka Sikh Welfare Society, was received by SGPC…
Shillong: The High Court of Meghalaya on May 5 issued notice to parties concerned on a petition filed by the state govt a day earlier, challenging the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi in the case related to the murder of her husband Raja at Sohra (Cherrapunji) a year ago.The matter is expected to be heard…
Bengaluru: Proposing a redistribution of seats in engineering courses under a “zero-sum” principle — which ensures no increase or decrease in total seats — an expert committee appointed by the state govt has recommended a recalibration of technical education according to industry demand. The committee, headed by Prof S Sadagopan, former director of International Institute…
‘Oppn Is Trying To Malign Temple Setup’Lucknow: In Ayodhya to mark the birthday of the chairperson of the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Sthal, Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said that anyone found involved in alleged irregularities related to the collection of donation at the Ram temple will not be spared…
While Bagan Will Look To Grab Top Spot With A Win, The Highlanders Will Aim For A Home Victory To Gift Their Fans “My pressure is different from the pressure Sergio has this season,” was how Juan Pedro Benali described the difference in expectations between himself and his “close friend” and fellow coach Sergio Lobera…
The week begins on a strong note. You feel active, clear headed, and more willing to take decisions. Students show real interest in studies, and even those who were distracted recently find their focus again. Lovers also get a sweet start, with warmth and small wins in companionship. Businesspeople feel confident enough to take important…
The accused, Mohammad Shaikh arrested following a sustained intelligence-led operation involving electronic surveillance, digital analysis and field verification. LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a 22-year-old Class 10 pass-out from Azamgarh for allegedly working for a Pakistan-backed terror network that was grooming Indian youths through social media and assigning them targeted missions,…
