MP: Revenue official mowed down by illegal sand vehicle

A patwari, a local revenue department official, was crushed to death by a tractor-trolley used for transporting sand illegally in Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, police said on Sunday. Image......

SC asks Delhi police to not issue licence for sale, storage of firecrackers

The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the Delhi police not to issue temporary licences for sale and storage of any kind of firecrackers, saying when the city government has banned all firecrackers no......

Firecrackers banned in Delhi for 3rd consecutive yr

To combat high pollution levels during winter months, Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Monday announced a comprehensive ban on the manufacture, storage, sale and bursting of firecrackers......

IIM-B faculty calls on India Inc to de-fund hate speech

A group of current and retired faculty members at the Indian Institute of Management-Bangalore (IIM-B) has asked leaders of corporate India to "de-fund" the spread of misinformation and hate speech......

As challenges ease, cement firms remain bullish

The March quarter (Q4) of the ongoing financial year (FY23) may see cement companies report better financial numbers as input costs ease, pricing action resumes, and cement demand remains firm.......

India has lost 25.3 million jobs since January

Employment fell by 2.5 million in February, 0.1 million in March, 7.4 million in April and then by 15.3 million in May, explains Mahesh Vyas. IMAGE: A factory in New Delhi after after the......

Looking to invest in mid and small-caps?

The BSE Midcap and the Small-cap Index have run up 25.3 per cent and 31.3 per cent respectively over the past year.Valuations are no longer cheap, notes Sanjay Kumar Singh. Illustration: Dominic......

Durable makers end 2020 at record low, sales down 30% amid Covid-19

The Rs 1.5-trillion-a-year industry has ended the year with a 30 per cent fall in sales because after a steady recovery in the festive season, multiple factors dashed its hopes of revival at the......

Rare Appeal: Remembering Smita Patil

Smita Patil died 36 years ago today, December 13, leaving behind a rich haul of films that showcase her enormous ability to offer us a glimpse into her soul each time she performed a role. IMAGE:......

'Rahman Sir believes in the magic of music'

'Rahman Sir is still very wide-eyed when it comes to creating a new song.''He still thinks about it as if it is his first song.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Shilpa Rao/Instagram As a singer, Shilpa......

November Story review

The shortcomings are too many to overlook, but November Story is definitely a one-time watch, says Prateek Sur. November Story is one of the few Indian Web shows in recent times to invoke a sense......

'Did you ever imagine oxygen will become such a priority in people's lives?

'Today, saving lives needs to take precedence.' IMAGE: A senior citizen on oxygen support sits inside an autorickshaw outside a COVID care centre at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital in......

WFI Elections: Brij Bhushan loyalist to bag the top job?

Sanjay Singh, the Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh loyalist, on Wednesday exuded confidence of sweeping the much-delayed Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) elections, saying the fraternity knows who......

Asian Games 2023 Schedule

The 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou officially opens on Saturday, September 23. While some events like football, rowing and volleyball have already begun, the other big-ticket sports start over the......

Ranji: Shorey's ton in vain as Jharkhand oust Delhi

A round-up of the fourth and final day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country. IMAGE: Delhi batter Dhruv Shorey reacts after being dismissed for 136 off 177 balls on Day 4 of the......

Ranji: Karnataka beat Railways, Mumbai-HP tie rained off

A summary of the day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country. IMAGE: Ronit More bagged six wickets in the second innings in Karnataka's 10-wicket victory over Railways in the Ranji......

Ranji: Bengal, Delhi battle for points after rain-hit day

A summary of Wednesday's play in Ranji Trophy matches across the country. IMAGE: Bengal pacer Mukesh Kumar, centre, celebrates with teammates after dismissing Delhi's Anuj Rawat on Day 3 of their......