There is a number that explains almost everything happening in Indian markets right now. It is not the Sensex level, not the rupee exchange rate, and not the RBI’s repo rate. It is nominal GDP growth, and for the past three years, it has been running far too slowly. Foreign institutional investors have been selling…
In the ancient dawn of human consciousness, when the sages listened to the rhythms of the universe and perceived truth within the vibrations of sound, the seer Kanva raised his voice in profound devotion through the hymns of the Rigvedic tradition. These hymns, structured in the majestic Bruhathi meter, were not merely poetic compositions but…
Sanjaya, whose hope was newly stirred, spoke with measured inquiry. He recalled how the Pandavas, obedient to command, had surrendered their kingdom and wealth and departed to the forests. Though they endured many hardships in exile, they nevertheless rescued Duryodhana from the grasp of the Gandharvas during the cattle expedition—a deed well known to all….
Thiruvathigai Veera Anjaneyar Temple is located in Thiruvathigai village near Panruti in Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu. The temple is situated very close to Veerattaneswarar Temple, making this entire area a spiritually powerful place. Devotees usually visit both temples together. The temple is believed to be several centuries old and is associated with the ancient…
Ahmedabad: There is sufficient supply of cooking gas in Gujarat and oil marketing companies have ensured home delivery of cylinders, the state government said on Friday amid the West Asia crisis. In a release, the BJP government in the state said technology-based arrangements have been made to ensure cylinders can be delivered conveniently to homes….
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke to King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain and while discussing with him the current situation in West Asia, condemned attacks on the energy and civilian infrastructure in the region. During his telephonic conversation with the King of Bahrain, the prime minister reiterated the importance…
New Delhi: India is carefully balancing the objectives of reliable energy with transition to cleaner sources for sustainable growth, a policy approach that helps ensure its energy security amid the West Asia crisis, EAC–PM Chairman S Mahendra Dev said on Friday. Addressing the ISID-WIDER conference, the Chairman of Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister…
Hyderabad: The Telangana BJP on Friday launched a scathing attack on the state budget presented by Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Batti Vikramarka, terming it “the most disappointing budget ever” and accusing the Congress government of failing to honour its key promises. In a press statement, the State BJP Chief Spokesperson and Media In-charge…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday granted regular bail to Muppidi Avinash Reddy, a key accused in the multi-crore Andhra Pradesh liquor policy scam. The case involves alleged large-scale irregularities and a structured kickback network that operated between 2019 and 2024. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul…
Kolkata: The Trinamool Congress released its manifesto for the West Bengal Assembly polls on Friday, making 10 pledges that encompass widening the ambit of existing welfare schemes, stronger healthcare outreach and infrastructure development. Unveiling the manifesto, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said these commitments would serve as the guiding map for the government once…
