File photo: Switzerland’s glaciers are on course to lose an enormous amount of ice this year Switzerland’s glaciers are on course to lose an enormous amount of ice this year as the ongoing European heatwave accelerates melting, with the country expected to reach “glacier loss day” by Monday, the second-earliest date ever recordedThe milestone marks…
Make use of FTAs, other schemes to boost shipments, government tells businesses NEW DELHI: Govt has asked businesses to make use of the free trade agreements (FTAs) and schemes beyond interest subsidy, which are part of the Export Promotion Mission to boost shipments from the country. Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal had met export…
This can turn out to be the best day of your week, Scorpio, but only if you use your depth with wisdom. The Moon lifts your public image, and Jupiter opens doors through other people, so respect, honour, and useful recognition can come more easily now. People are noticing you. Nice. Don’t waste that by…
NEW DELHI: India’s hopes of reaching the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals are still very much alive.After beating Bangladesh, Harmanpreet Kaur’s side climbed to second place in Group A with six points from four matches. Australia lead the group with eight points, while South Africa are third with six points but an inferior net…
Before packaged bread became the easy default on Indian breakfast tables, mornings across the country began with foods that were regional, seasonal and deeply local. Rice, millet, lentils and fermented batters did the heavy lifting, while chutneys, jaggery, milk, curd and ghee turned simple ingredients into meals that were filling enough for workdays and special…
South Korea claims Chinese, Russian warplanes enter its air defence zone (AI image, for representative purposes only) South Korea deployed fighter jets on Saturday after over 10 Chinese and Russian military aircraft entered its air defence identification zone (ADIZ), prompting the military to take precautionary measures amid heightened regional tensions, Seoul said.“South Korea’s military detected…
US judge: No quick dismissal of Adani case A US judge ordered the Justice Department on Friday to justify its decision to drop criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, declining to rule immediately on Adani’s lawyers’ request to dismiss the case.Brooklyn-based US District Judge Nicholas Garaufis said federal prosecutors’ May 18 announcement that they…
Who was K. Bhagyaraj?; Veteran filmmaker – actor who directed over 25 films; Worked with Amitabh Bachchan Veteran filmmaker and actor K. Bhagyaraj has passed away at the age of 73, as reported by Hindu. Over several decades Bhagyaraj earned recognition as a director, actor, writer, producer, and screenwriter. He became known for crafting stories…
If you want to see the genuine spirit of Ladakh’s nomadic communities, look no further than the Korzok Gustor Festival. Set at the Korzok Monastery right next to the breathtaking Tso Moriri Lake in eastern Ladakh, this gathering happens at a staggering altitude of more than 4,500 metres. Because it’s so isolated and heavily intertwined…
France’s Kylian Mbappe (10) warms up before the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and France in Foxborough, Mass., near Boston, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) France secured top spot in Group I with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Norway at the FIFA World Cup 2026, but the build-up to the…
US, Iran blame each other for ceasefire violation Barely a week after the United States and Iran announced an interim ceasefire aimed at halting nearly four months of conflict, both sides accused each other of violating the agreement, raising fresh doubts over its durability on late Friday (local time).The latest escalation began after a cargo…
German military likely to start conscription mid-2027, senior politician says Germany could reintroduce compulsory military service by mid-2027 if voluntary recruitment fails to meet ambitious troop targets, a senior parliamentarian has warned, as the country faces a growing threat from Russia and an unpredictable United States.The government introduced a new voluntary military service model in…
