The move to up the gold import duty comes days after PM Narendra Modi appeals to citizens to avoid unnecessary gold purchases for a year. (AI image) In a bid to keep foreign exchange reserves buffer intact, the government has raised the import duty on gold and silver to 15% from 6%. India is the…
An accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case claimed “big people are being saved” while in CBI custody, intensifying speculation about influential players higher up the chain JAIPUR: One of the accused arrested by the CBI in connection with the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case alleged on Wednesday that “big people” involved in the…
Australia does not simply have a large number of lizards. In many regions, they dominate the landscape almost quietly, moving through scrub, rocks, and dry grass in numbers that become obvious only after spending time there. The continent has an unusually high concentration of reptile species, particularly skinks, compared with much of the world. Scientists…
Parents often want children to grow into confident decision-makers, but freedom can feel risky when the stakes are everyday routines, schoolwork, or behavior. The instinct is to step in, correct, and control. Yet children learn judgment by practicing it, not by being told to develop it. The sweet spot is not chaos and not micromanagement….
The highly anticipated action drama movie ‘Karuppu’, starring Suriya, met with unexpected problems right from its opening day when many of the morning shows were unexpectedly cancelled in Tamil Nadu. Permission had been given to screen the movie during special morning shows at 9 AM, and the fans looked forward to celebrating the very first…
TVK MLA and the founding president of the Tamil Nadu Muslim League (TNML) VMS Mustafa CHENNAI: A fresh political controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) MLA VMS Mustafa appeared to endorse remarks made by DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin on “abolishing Sanatan”, triggering criticism from BJP and right-wing groups.Speaking outside the…
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival is seeing personalities from different walks of life and varied industries, gracing the red carpet. One of the stars, who has been turning heads with her fashion choices and flawless skin at Cannes this year, is none other than Alia Bhatt. The ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ actress also shared the secret behind…
China’s blocking of Meta’s $2 billion Manus AI acquisition signals a shift, making Singapore a less effective shield for Chinese tech firms seeking Western exits. Regulators intervened despite Manus’s Singapore registration, barring founders from leaving the country. This move suggests Beijing’s scrutiny now extends beyond incorporation, impacting future international ventures. China’s decision to block Meta’s…
Rain threat looms over PBKS’ IPL 2026 Playoff chances (Image: IPL/BCCI) Punjab Kings face Mumbai Indians in a must-win clash to strengthen their playoff hopes, but a looming rain threat in Dharamshala during match time could impact Punjab Kings’ chances.The Dharamshala weather forecast indicates a high 55% to 60% chance of rain and thunderstorms for…
A senior White House official has claimed that US President Donald Trump has left detailed instructions for Vice President JD Vance in case of an assassination attempt or other emergency during his second term.Sebastian Gorka, who serves as deputy assistant to the President and senior director for counterterrorism, made the remarks during an interview on…
