The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on Wednesday approved higher minimum support prices (MSP) for 14 Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season, with sunflower seed, cotton, nigerseed and sesamum receiving the steepest increases.The government said the revised MSPs are aimed at ensuring remunerative prices for farmers while continuing its policy of fixing support…
A hilarious video of veteran actor Rakesh Bedi being recognised by traffic police officers from his role in ‘Dhurandhar’ has gone viral. The actor kept everyone entertained with his witty one-liners, including “Ab challan mat kaat dena.” On the work front, he will next be seen in ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ releasing on…
Ancient Roman roads were far more complex than their visible stone surfaces suggest. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons When we view the remains of the ancient Roman road today, what is typically presented to us is the huge, interlocking slabs of stone known as the pavimentum. This represents a powerful symbol of empire and its permanence,…
How to make your front yard look colorful in July without nonstop flowers? Image credit – Gemini An ornamental shrub cannot serve only one purpose. It needs to not only brighten up a garden through its bloom season but also continue to be an eye-catcher afterwards. It is especially important in July, as at this…
How to grow a native front yard without making it look messy. Image credit – Gemini Native gardens have come to be linked with meadow-like landscaping and naturalistic landscapes. However, many native species can be structured, elegant, and thoughtfully planned while being bee-friendly and butterfly-friendly at the same time. According to landscape design experts, the…
ARIES Health-wise, you are likely to feel energetic and confident. Your financial situation may show signs of improvement. However, certain behaviours or reactions could irritate your partner and may even lead to disagreements if not handled carefully. Avoid testing a new vehicle in heavy traffic. You may also find yourself correcting someone who is spreading…
Virat Kohli against Kolkata Knight Riders (Image: RCB/X) Virat Kohli continues to stand head and shoulders above the rest as the all-time leading run-scorer in IPL history, and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru star once again finds himself in focus ahead of a crucial clash against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026. KKR is one of…
A recent RTI response from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has revealed more details about how Bharat NCAP carries out crash tests and safety ratings in India. The RTI was filed in March 2026. It sought information about retests, crash test modifiers and how vehicles are selected for Bharat NCAP evaluations, a post…
The simple business rule Bernard Arnault repeats about long-term success. Image credit – Wikimedia Bernard Arnault, Chairman and CEO of luxury conglomerate LVMH, has built one of the most successful business empires in the world through years of effort. However, the one mindset that helped him build a luxury empire is what many companies tend…
Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj (ANI Photo) For the first time in the history of IPL, a bowling pair bowled in the entire powerplay – five games in a row during the GT vs SRH fixture at Ahmedabad on Tuesday. This shows how deadly, and lethal Mohammad Siraj and Kagiso Rabada have been in IPL…
Sadhguru also questioned the way many women describe themselves as “just a housewife,” arguing that the phrase itself reflects how deeply society has begun to undervalue caregiving and motherhood. Recalling conversations he has had with women over the years, he said he often asks them why they reduce such an important role to the word…
Charles Babbage (Image: Wikipedia) The history of science and technology often features brilliant inventors whose ideas change the world forever. But every major invention is followed by people improving, applying, and expanding those ideas across industries and societies. One of the most meaningful quotes from pioneering mathematician and inventor Charles Babbage beautifully captures this deeper…
