NEW DELHI: With the fertiliser subsidy, other West Asia related spends and initiatives, such as the electronics manufacturing push through schemes for semiconductors and mobiles adding to the Centre’s expenditure, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman may seek Parliamentary approval for additional spending, without losing sight of the overall fiscal situation.The discussion around the need for Parliamentary…
Alexander the Great (Image: Wikipedia) Numbers and weapons matter in battle, but they are rarely the whole story. Sometimes the deciding factor is simply who is standing at the front, giving the orders. That idea sits behind one of the most famous lines connected to Alexander the Great. “I am not afraid of an army…
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has started the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) Counselling 2026 round 2 registration and choice-filling process. Eligible candidates can now complete the process by visiting the official website, wbjeeb.nic.in.According to the schedule, the round 2 choice-filling window will remain open till July 17, 2026. The round…
Before becoming a parent, there is often a plan. There will be patience. There will be consistency. Children will be loved equally, healthy boundaries will be set, and voices will never be raised. Parenting books have been read, experts have been followed, and countless Instagram posts have been saved. It all seems clear. And then…
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are preparing for an unusual global spotlight this weekend. Two underwater world record attempts are planned at Swaraj Dweep, also known as Havelock Island. One involves a massive Indian flag being unfurled beneath the sea. The other focuses on forming a human stack underwater, reaching a notable height. The events…
Data showed the number of elementary-level govt schools declined from 8,89,806 in 2024-25 to 8,79,940 in 2025-26 NEW DELHI: The number of govt elementary schools across the country fell by nearly 10,000 in a year, with Meghalaya, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh recording the steepest declines, according to data tabled in the Lok Sabha on Monday.UDISE+…
A transit of Venus in Leo will occur at 07:18 PM on July 04, 2026. Notably, Ketu, the planet of detachment, is already stationed in Leo. This transit has the potential to intensify feelings of attraction, love and dating in relationships. Venus stands for love, beauty, and comfort, whereas Leo signifies self-respect, attention and pride….
They say the best relationships start as friendships, and honestly, it makes total sense. You get to completely skip the awkward “interview phase” of early dating because you already know their worst habits, their flaws, and their weirdest quirks. Several high-profile couples prove that love doesn’t always need a dramatic, cinematic meet-cute. Sometimes, the most…
5 natural ways to keep lizards out of your home That quick, startled scramble when a lizard darts across the wall right as you walk into a room is a genuinely universal Indian household experience, and for a lot of people, it’s enough to make a cup of tea in the kitchen feel like a…
Rupee slips to 95.28 against US dollar as oil, Treasury yields remain elevated Rupee began Friday in red, falling 6 paise to 95.28 against the US dollar in early trade as a firmer greenback and higher US Treasury yields put pressure on the currency.The currency began the session at 95.27 at the interbank foreign exchange…
India’s Asmita Dey won gold medal in the Women’s 48kg judo event at the Commonwealth Games 2026, in Glasgow. (Photo credit: PTI Photo) When 23-year-old judoka Asmita Dey stood on the podium in Glasgow with a Commonwealth Games gold medal around her neck, she wasn’t just celebrating India’s biggest moment in judo. She was silently…
With the MP Board Class 12 supplementary results out, students who could not clear the exam again are left at a crossroads. This report outlines practical academic alternatives, from reappearing in exams to vocational routes and counselling support, helping students plan their next step without losing direction. For thousands of students across Madhya Pradesh, the…
