BENGALURU/MUMBAI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for austerity measures to reduce fuel consumption and conserve foreign exchange is beginning to ripple through corporate India, prompting companies and industry bodies to revive work-from-home policies, curb travel and push greener logistics initiatives.The shift marks a significant change in corporate messaging after several large companies spent the past…
The National Testing Agency (NTA), with the approval of the Government of India, has scheduled the NEET UG 2026 re-examination for Sunday, June 21, 2026, following the cancellation of the earlier test over alleged paper leak and examination irregularities.In an official notice, NTA asked candidates and parents to rely only on official communication channels for…
Snakes are among one of the most feared and unfriendly creatures on Earth. But deep in the heart of Maharashtra’s Solapur district lies a village where we get to see an unimaginable friendship between two extremely opposite species, humans and snakes. Any first-time visitor would be shocked. This is Shetphal, also famous as the “Snake…
“Indian equity markets are expected to open on a mildly positive note, with Gift Nifty trading around 23,769, up by 40 points. Global equities traded mixed after a muted session on Wall Street, as investors remained cautious amid concerns over elevated bond yields, inflation outlook, and uncertainty surrounding the pace of global economic recovery. Market…
**EDS: SCREENGRAB VIA PTI VIDEOS** New Delhi: Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan speaks during the Kalam & Kavach 3.0 defence dialogue, in New Delhi. (PTI Photo)(PTI05_14_2026_000556B) Chief of defence staff general Anil Chauhan, who is slated to retire this month, credited India’s dominance in the escalation matrix during Operation Sindoor to integrated systems…
In a recent update, petrol and diesel prices in India have increased by around ₹3 per litre across the country on May 15. As per several media reports and TOI, in Delhi, petrol now costs ₹97.77 per litre, while the price of diesel has reached ₹99.67 per litre. Indian travellers are once again feeling the…
Virat Kohli (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) Nearly two years after stepping away from T20Is and a year after bidding farewell to Tests, Virat Kohli continues to show that the competitive spirit burns undiminished.After consecutive ducks had briefly raised questions, he responded on Wednesday night in the only way he knows — with a statement innings. And…
Each zodiac sign has its own unique traits that help define personalities and set individuals apart. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to know what the universe has planned for you at the start of the day? Read on to discover whether love and luck are in your favour today. Aries Today, hidden emotions may surface unexpectedly,…
The insect farming industry has taken off due to the global need for sustainable protein, resulting in about 370 billion crickets being raised every year. But there’s a new twist. A study in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B questions the old belief that crickets are just simple creatures reacting to stimuli like…
India, the world’s second-largest consumer of gold after China, largely imports the precious metal to meet demand from the jewellery sector. These purchases result in a significant outflow of foreign exchange. Under the duty revisions announced on Wednesday, the government doubled the basic customs duty on gold to 10%, while the agriculture infrastructure and development…
US President Donald Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping wants the Strait of Hormuz reopened, as the two leaders discussed the ongoing Iran conflict and global energy disruptions during high-level talks in Beijing.Speaking to Fox News after his meeting with Xi, Trump said both leaders agreed that the strategically crucial shipping route, effectively shut since…
Representational file photo Indian Army Agniveer Admit Card 2026: The Indian Army is expected to release the Indian Army Agniveer Admit Card 2026 today, May 15, on the official website. Candidates who registered for the Army Common Entrance Exam (CEE) 2026 will be able to download their hall tickets online.The release of the admit card…
