The rupee had slipped to a record low of 96.96 against the US dollar on May 20. According to market participants, repeated RBI intervention prevented the currency from breaching the psychologically important 97-per-dollar mark. After sustained intervention by the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) to support the rupee during a period of heightened volatility triggered…
Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal (ANI image) KOLKATA: Congress General Secretary (Organisation) K C Venugopal on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the BJP over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging that the exercise has resulted in the deletion of over 27 lakh voters and undermined the democratic process.Addressing a press conference,…
Hardik Pandya is set to leave Mumbai Indians. New Delhi: Hardik Pandya has become one of the most sought-after players since the all-rounder decided to leave Mumbai Indians (MI) after the five-time champions’ disastrous campaign in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL).The race to sign the 32-year-old has intensified, and TimesofIndia.com can confirm that seven…
Many people turn to astrology for career, money and personal development advice. Astrologers say a person’s birth date can reveal their strengths, weaknesses and chances to make money. While financial success is largely a matter of education, skills, disciplined saving and smart investing, astrology buffs believe some traditional remedies can be useful in attracting prosperity…
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), obesity rates have nearly tripled worldwide since 1975. At the same time, the increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods and frequent unhealthy snacking are increasingly contributing to obesity, diabetes and other metabolic disorders. Research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition also indicates that snacks high in protein…
Some trees are remarkable simply because of how long they have been standing. The monkey puzzle tree, known scientifically as Araucaria araucana, belongs to a lineage so ancient that its ancestors shared the planet with dinosaurs, and individual trees alive today can trace their own root systems back nearly two thousand years. Native to the…
Schools across India are set to observe several state-specific holidays in July 2026, even though the month has no nationwide school break. Check the complete list of expected closures for Rath Yatra, Harela, Guru Purnima, Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom Day, along with the weekly Sunday holidays and important details for students and parents. As schools…
Both commercial LPG and ATF are deregulated fuels and their prices are revised on the first of every month in line with international benchmark rates. NEW DELHI: State-run oil marketing companies on Wednesday cut the price of commercial LPG cylinders by Rs 183.5 and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) by Rs 5 per litre, as global…
More than 150,000 people were forced to abandon their homes after the Fukushima nuclear disaster struck Japan in March 2011, transforming once-bustling towns into eerie ghost towns almost overnight. Families fled with only the essentials, believing they would soon return, but many never did. In the rush to escape the radiation, thousands of pets and…
Multiple indirect taxes have given way to a simpler structure, with 5% GST on electric vehicles, 18% as the standard rate for most vehicles. (AI image) By Parul Nagpal, Tax Partner, EY IndiaIndia’s automobile industry is entering an exciting phase of growth. Today, India is the world’s third-largest automobile market, contributing nearly 7% to GDP…
Michelangelo’s profound insight reveals that true beauty and potential often lie hidden, requiring patience and a unique vision to uncover. His philosophy, exemplified by his sculpting, emphasizes revealing what already exists within raw material rather than inventing it. This timeless wisdom encourages us to look beyond the surface, recognizing that clarity and genuine artistry can…
Strait Of Hormuz (ANI image) Iran and Oman are moving forward with plans to introduce payments for merchant vessels transiting the strategic Strait of Hormuz, despite strong objections from the United States.Oman has submitted a proposal outlining a framework under which shipping companies would pay service fees for using the Strait of Hormuz, according to…
