NEW DELHI: Ministry of external affairs on Monday slammed Norwegian press over questions on press freedom, saying that that many people misunderstand India after reading reports published by “ignorant NGOs”.While addressing a press conference, MEA secretary (West) Sibi George engaged in a tense exchange with a journalist and underscored the extensive reach of India’s media…
With child deaths from measles on the rise, the Tarique Rahman-led BNP dispensation said it walked into a full-blown vaccine crisis, claiming there was not a single measles shot in stock when it assumed office — remarks seen as a veiled criticism of both Sheikh Hasina’s govt and the Muhammad Yunus-led interim setup.“The current measles…
AI representational image Boston headquartered Liberty Mutual Insurance has increased its stake in its Indian venture Liberty General Insurance to 74% as of May 18, after raising its shareholding from 49% to 55.4% in Sept 2025. The Indian insurance firm had started as a joint venture between Liberty and the Videocon Group.Videocon exited the joint…
A snake was rescued from the premises of Salman Khan‘s Galaxy Apartments in Mumbai on Monday. A snake wrangler was called to the spot, and officials also arrived to assist with the rescue operation. Here’s what happened at Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartments According to the Hindustan Times, the snake was discovered below the residential building…
CBSE marks verification guide: What students should know about rechecking and correction process NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has opened the post-result process for Class XII students seeking access to evaluated answer sheets, verification of marks or re-evaluation after the declaration of board examination results earlier this month.The process assumes significance…
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Ishan Kishan plays a shot during IPL match against Chennai Super Kings. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Ishan Kishan spoke about an emotional family tragedy that was driving him during his match-winning knock as Sunrisers Hyderabad sealed their IPL 2026 playoff berth with a five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings at MA Chidambaram Stadium…
New Delhi: Amid growing concerns over the rising incidence of myopia among children, the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) has released a national consensus guideline on the Prevention and Management of Childhood Myopia during World Myopia Week 2026, stressing the need for early detection and preventive measures.Experts warned that myopia is fast emerging as a…
Surya had arrived at Sanjay Gandhi National Park in 2018 from Ahilyanagar Forest Division as a two-month-old cub Mumbai: An eight-year-old male leopard Surya housed at Sanjay Gandhi National Park expired on May 17, 2026, during the course of treatment for severe renal and hepatic compromise.A press release issued by SGNP authorities stated Surya had…
Chennai: State Drugs Control Directorate has asked district officials to ensure essential medicines are available to patients, ahead of a one-day nationwide strike called by All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists (AIOCD) on May 20. AIOCD’s demands are: action against illegal e-pharmacies, withdrawal of a Covid-era notification permitting doorstep delivery of medicines, and curbs…
Union home minister Amit Shah with DGP CV Anand, state security advisor B Shivadhar Reddy, DGP Operations Dr Anil Kumar, and Malkajgiri CP Sumathi, in Jagdalpur of Chhattisgarh on Monday Hyderabad: Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday felicitated police officers, including senior Telangana officials, for their role in combating Left-Wing Extremism and making Telangana…
