Ludhiana: In an opportunistic strike that mirrors the global scramble for energy, a thief managed to siphon off cash, a mobile, and a full LPG cylinder in a matter of minutes.With the Strait of Hormuz situation creating a “pressure cooker” environment for gas prices, local businesses are being warned that their fuel assets are now…
Playing to a huge gathering of people at New Chandigarh, sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma’s immersive performance as part of his Sitar for Mental Health India Tour in city was a striking event.The highlight of the evening was his rendition of ‘Kit Bidh Miley’, a shabad from Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji (Ang 168), composed in…
Pune: The Pune RTO on Thursday penalised 15 cabbies for overcharging commuters and told aggregators to follow the RTA-approved fares — Rs37 for the first 1.5km and Rs25 for every subsequent kilometre — in its attempt to streamline the cab operations in the city.Deputy regional transport officer Swapnil Bhosle said, “Ola and Rapido have agreed…
Lucknow: A documentary on Maharashtra’s fading tribal art forms bagged the top prize at the Lucknow International Film Festival from over 3,500 entries from more than 40 countries.Directed by Arun Shekhar, Thakar Folk Arts was recognised for its artistic presentation and focus on preserving the cultural heritage of the Thakar tribe. The award was presented…
Rajasthan ATS seized printouts of retina scans and rubber finger imprints from the accused Rajasthan ATS seized printouts of retina scans and rubber finger imprints from the accused Rajasthan ATS seized printouts of retina scans and rubber finger imprints from the accused Rajasthan ATS seized printouts of retina scans and rubber finger imprints from the…
New Delhi: As India sharpens its push to build a rules-based framework for artificial intelligence amid rapid technological advances and rising global scrutiny, the Centre has set up a specialised expert body to bridge the gap between policy ambition and technical complexity.The ministry of electronics and IT (MeitY) has constituted the Technology and Policy Expert…
An Indian-origin Melbourne leader has called out what she describes as silence from politicians over racism targeting Indian Australians, saying the issue is about dignity, safety and equal respect.Roshena Campbell, Deputy Lord Mayor of Melbourne and a Liberal Party politician, said there was a clear difference in how different communities are treated when facing abuse.She…
Mumbai: IDFC First Bank has joined a small club of private lenders offering a unified rail for all major tax payments after going live on the ICEGATE 2.0, completing its coverage across direct tax, GST and now customs duty and moving close to the intersection of banking and trade compliance.The addition fills a gap in…
Gaurav Gera, currently receiving praise for his role as Aalam in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar and its sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is finally enjoying a phase of recognition that has been a long time coming. Amid the appreciation, the actor also opened up about a deeply personal chapter from his past and how it continues to…
A well-wisher places flowers at a makeshift memorial set up for Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA headquarters, Sept. 11, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo) Every education debate in the United States does not begin in a classroom. Some begin in state legislatures, where ideas about speech, history and values are translated into policy. What…
