Retired Indian colonel working for UN killed in Rafah

A former Indian Army officer, who had joined one of the United Nations agencies three weeks ago, was killed in war-torn Rafah in Gaza, becoming the 'first international casualty' for the world body......

Plea in SC for court-monitored SIT probe into electoral bonds scheme

Two NGOs on Tuesday urged the Supreme Court to consider listing their public interest litigation seeking a court-monitored probe by a special investigation team into alleged instances of "apparent......

'Will BJP Abolish Reservations?'

'In Western UP, last time a lot of Dalits voted for the BJP.''This time, there is a rethink among Dalits about the extent of their support for the BJP.' Kindly note that this image has only been......

Phase 4: 76% polling in Bengal, Srinagar records highest turnout in decades

A voter turnout of nearly 63 percent was recorded on Monday in the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections covering 96 constituencies spread over 10 states and Union Territories, with scattered......

Analysts wary of Vodafone Idea's falling subscribers, broadband users

Vodafone Idea’s (Vi’s) subscriber loss reduced to a seven-month low in March, and alongside the company added 1.1 million broadband users after two months of net loss -- two things......

Air India's international cargo business takes wings, not so for IndiGo

The international cargo operations of two major carriers — IndiGo and Air India Group (Air India and Vistara) — are experiencing opposite trajectories despite both the airlines......

Spice row: Govt plans greater scrutiny, SOPs

The government is formulating guidelines on the use of ethylene oxide (ETO) in samples of spices for the domestic market and exports, people aware of the matter said, as it plans to step up efforts......

File tax return in mid-June, once all necessary info is available

Taxpayers are filing their income tax returns (ITRs) early for the Assessment Year 2024–25 (FY25). By April 29, over 592,000 returns were filed, with over 538,000 verified and 367,000......

Bollywood's Most Mesmerising Tawaif? VOTE!

Dazzling, dancing and decked to the hilt, courtesans in Hindi films are a breathtaking mix of shiny fantasy and flirtatious poetry to behold. Under those resplendent adas and thumkas though, often......

'Focus on Test cricket, not T20 leagues'

IMAGE: Dilip Vengsarkar said parents nowadays get lured by the fame and financial benefits of success in the T20 leagues but the focus of the young players should only be on red-ball......

Sprinter Jyothika eyes medal in 2028 Olympics

IMAGE: Jyothika Sri Dandi, right, secured 97 per cent in Class X while studying at the Montessori School at her home town. Photograph: Kind Courtesy AFI/X An academically-inclined child is a......

Why Indian archers are strong medal contenders at Olympics

'The frequent coaching camps... too are contributing to the cause, and constant collaboration is only helping the team get that elusive medal at the Olympics.' IMAGE: World renowned archery coach......

At no stage did I refuse to give dope sample: Bajrang Punia

IMAGE: Bajrang Punia hit back saying he hadn't refused to provide his samples for the dope test. Photograph: Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters Olympic medallist wrestler Bajrang Punia has claimed that he......

Diamond League: Chopra set to start Olympic build-up along with Jena

Photograph: Kai Pfaffenbach/Reuters Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra's Paris Games preparations will be put through a stern test when he begins his season in the first leg of the prestigious......