Shashi Tharoor (File photo) NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday weighed into the debate over the recitation of Vande Mataram, questioning whether the national song needs to be sung in full at every public event. Calling such a requirement “unnecessary and burdensome” for audiences, Tharoor said respect for Vande Mataram should not be…
Members of the Surat Yarn Dyeing Manufacturing Association Surat: Members of the Surat Yarn Dyeing Manufacturing Association (SYDMA) have unanimously decided to increase prices of various dyed yarn products, citing a sharp rise in production and input costs.The association said the overall cost of production has increased by nearly Rs 11 per kg due to…
Iran is planning to tighten its grip over the Strait of Hormuz with new transit fees to regulate ship movement through the route. However, the country has ruled out charging any “traditional fees” on ships passing through it.Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesman for Iran’s National Security Committee told Al Jazeera that a law is being drafted to…
Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood in RCB vs DC (Image: AP) Former South African pacer hailed the outstanding powerplay spell from Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood against Delhi Capitals, while also praising compatriot Kagiso Rabada and England’s Jofra Archer for creating “genuine fear” among batters this IPL season with their relentless hard lengths, despite the high-scoring…
Mumbai: Maharashtra government has made mandatory digital locks with real-time GPS tracking for all liquor-spirit transport vehicles, covering intra-state, interstate, and port movements, from June 1, to prevent theft and duty evasion. With electronic sealing and real-time tracking, officials expect sharper surveillance, reduced leakages, and a decisive shift from manual to tech-driven excise enforcement.Following the…
Today is all about cherishing family ties and enhancing your living space, with great opportunities for investing in homes and new appliances. With an uptick in spending expected, keep a close eye on your budget! Relationships are thriving, and don’t be surprised if social gatherings pop up. Although work might take a backseat, crucial tasks…
Actor Suriya has yet again managed to impress his fans and colleagues by giving an appropriate present to cinematographer GK Vishnu. After his success with Karuppu, the actor supposedly gave him a brand new Mahindra BE6 Batman edition car. The unexpected present became an immediate topic of discussion on various social networking sites after GK…
Lucknow: Losing a smartphone is no longer just about replacing a device — it could mean losing access to bank accounts within minutes.A recent cyber fraud bust by Lucknow Police, in which five accused were arrested, underscores how stolen phones are quickly exploited for financial theft if victims fail to act promptly.Police said the gang…
Kolkata: The KMC crisis deepened on Friday even as the civic body chairperson, Mala Roy, led a team of Trinamool councillors to conduct the KMC monthly meeting at the councillors’ club room, giving a thumbs down to a notice on the postponement of the KMC House, issued by the outgoing municipal secretary, Swapan Kumar Kundu….
Amritsar: A minor boy has been apprehended in connection with the death of his mother in Amritsar district, police said on Thursday.According to police, the woman was found dead at her residence, and preliminary suspicion is that she may have been strangled. The exact cause of death will be confirmed after the post-mortem examination.Family members…
