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May 12, 2026, 2:59 PM IST
The temple of Somnath in Gujarat has become a centre of attraction in the whole country, the reason behind this attraction is that the temple is celebrating the Amrit Mahotsav of its reconstruction. Although Somnath…
May 12, 2026, 2:59 PM IST
May 12, 2026, 7:38 AM IST
Video Save forex on fuel and gold, but also push through reforms to accelerate growth PM’s appeal to curb fuel use through public transport, and shun gold buying for a year, is timely. Hormuz Strait…
May 12, 2026, 7:38 AM IST
May 12, 2026, 7:34 AM IST
Video Ministers’ beliefs lay waste to the goals of school education UP’s education minister finds two English nursery rhymes unfit for consumption. He thinks ‘Johny Johny’ teaches fibbing, and ‘Rain, rain, go away’ selfishness. So,…
May 12, 2026, 7:34 AM IST
May 12, 2026, 7:30 AM IST
After a maiden solo trek, a letter to its procreators Dear Aayee and Baba, you will be shocked and delighted to know that I am alive and in a safe haven (hopefully). I have decided…
May 12, 2026, 7:30 AM IST
May 12, 2026, 7:26 AM IST
The education ministers of two Indian states recently said some surprising things. One minister from Uttar Pradesh wants to remove the nursery rhymes “Johny Johny” and “Rain, Rain, Go Away” from schools. He thinks “Johny…
May 12, 2026, 7:26 AM IST
May 12, 2026, 7:24 AM IST
The Prime Minister’s request to people to use less fuel by taking public transport, and to avoid buying gold for a year, comes at an important time. The Hormuz Strait has been blocked for almost…
May 12, 2026, 7:24 AM IST
May 12, 2026, 7:20 AM IST
He’s basically preparing the country for tough decisions GOI has to take. Aside from fuel price hikes, there may be some mild curbs. But extravagant poll promises by all winning parties, including BJP, make economic…
May 12, 2026, 7:20 AM IST
May 12, 2026, 7:16 AM IST
First, Andes strain found on cruise ship is deadly, but occupants, including two Indians, are in quarantine. Second, Hantavirus strains found in Asia aren’t big killers. Third, India’s disease surveillance is reliable After the pandemic’s…
May 12, 2026, 7:16 AM IST
May 12, 2026, 7:11 AM IST
By Narayani Ganesh At one time, say even two decades ago, ailments among those living in India were predominantly brought on by infections. Today, however, that number has been overtaken by lifestyle diseases. According to…
May 12, 2026, 7:11 AM IST
May 11, 2026, 10:17 PM IST
Less than a decade ago, prolonged blackouts were among the defining features of life in Uttar Pradesh. Frequent power cuts affected not only villages, but also major cities and industrial centres such as Lucknow, Kanpur,…
May 11, 2026, 10:17 PM IST
May 11, 2026, 2:27 PM IST
AI, for both the doctor and the patient, is augmented intelligence. Patients no longer need to remember their entire medical and surgical history, which medications they have taken (or are allergic to), or any of…
May 11, 2026, 2:27 PM IST
May 11, 2026, 2:02 PM IST
Mother’s Day this year delivered something far more memorable than a greeting card or a stand-up comedian ever could. There we were, three generations of women on a video call: my mother, my two daughters,…
May 11, 2026, 2:02 PM IST
May 11, 2026, 1:35 PM IST
India’s investing boom is well underway. Millions of investors are entering the markets every month, transaction volumes are rising and access to financial products has never been easier. This transformation has been driven by technology….
May 11, 2026, 1:35 PM IST
May 11, 2026, 11:11 AM IST
Recent derogatory remarks by President Donald Trump have reignited a familiar debate about the role of non-resident Indians—not just in the United States, but across much of the Western world. These remarks are not isolated;…
May 11, 2026, 11:11 AM IST
May 11, 2026, 11:04 AM IST
The resounding victory secured by the Bharatiya Janata Party in the West Bengal Assembly elections has been hard for many to digest. It was only to be expected that Mamata Banerjee, who despite serving as…
May 11, 2026, 11:04 AM IST
May 11, 2026, 10:34 AM IST
Vijay’s entire campaign leading up to the elections has been on an anti-DMK plank. Calling it ‘a malign force’ (theeya sakthi) and TVK’s prime rival – he barely took the names of ADMK and BJP…
May 11, 2026, 10:34 AM IST
May 11, 2026, 9:48 AM IST
Formalities are over. The new govt with Suvendu Adhikari, a relative newcomer to BJP, as Bengal CM, and Dilip Ghosh, die-hard cadre, as number two, has been installed. Four others, representing vote banks that contributed…
May 11, 2026, 9:48 AM IST
May 11, 2026, 9:40 AM IST
Day after day, day after day, We stuck, nor breath nor motion; As idle as a painted ship, Upon a painted ocean.” Coleridge’s haunting words are coming true for more than 20,000 seafarers, the vast…
May 11, 2026, 9:40 AM IST
May 11, 2026, 9:38 AM IST
Video It’s turning into a steeplechase of sorts for TN CM Vijay. Made to run to stack up the numbers, there’s now the floor test to clear. Presuming he passes with flying colours, alas, still…
May 11, 2026, 9:38 AM IST
May 11, 2026, 9:37 AM IST
“It’s time for change!” Kamala announced decisively. I looked up with alarm from the couch, where I was browsing the morning newspaper. I wondered if she was talking about recumbent husbands or incumbent politicians. She…
May 11, 2026, 9:37 AM IST
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