Hyderabad: Telangana BJP spokesperson NV Subhash criticized Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, accusing him of presenting an overly optimistic vision while neglecting the state’s pressing financial challenges. According to Subhash, Telangana’s fiscal health is under strain, highlighted by a fresh borrowing of ₹10,000 crore to meet immediate needs. He argued that a competent leader should focus…
New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday expressed anguish over not being allowed to learn Hindi in Tamil Nadu as a student and was even mocked on the streets for attempting to learn the language. The minister’s reply to the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in the Lok Sabha digressed to the language issue…
Singapore: The youngest-ever challenger to the world crown, D Gukesh let go of a very promising position and had to settle for a fourth consecutive draw against defending champion Ding Liren of China in a marathon seventh game of the World Chess Championship here on Tuesday. The stalemate, which came after five hours and 22…
Panaji: If you are a whisky lover, you would have experienced the magic of Scotch, known for its deep flavours, rich history and craftsmanship. Scotch has been one of the most sought-after spirits globally. In India, imported Scotch whisky is a luxury and a celebration. Whether it’s a special occasion, a gift or just an…
Prayagraj: Maha Kumbh 2025 is set to become a spectacular blend of spirituality and cultural celebrations, the Uttar Pradesh government said on Tuesday, announcing programmes of popular singers and composers at the world’s largest religious gathering. In addition to the sacred dip in the Sangam, devotees from across the country and abroad will be treated…
Mumbai: Extending the winning run to the third straight day, benchmark Sensex jumped 597 points on Tuesday on buying in blue-chip stocks like HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries and firm trends in global markets. The 30-share index jumped 597.67 points or 0.74 per cent to settle at 80,845.75. During the day, it surged 701.02 points or…
New Delhi: Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Tuesday recused from hearing a batch of pleas challenging the exclusion of the CJI from the panel meant for selecting the chief election commissioner and election commissioners. At the outset, the CJI, who was sitting on the bench with Justice Sanjay Kumar, told the advocates appearing…
New Delhi: India remains committed to engaging with China to arrive at a fair and mutually acceptable framework for boundary settlement, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday, noting that India-China relations cannot be normal in the absence of a clearly articulated approach. Making a statement in the Lok Sabha, the minister said India-China…
New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday emphasized the need for empathy, inclusivity, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities (Divyangjan), and asserted that their empowerment is a collective responsibility of society and the government. Speaking at the National Awards ceremony for individuals and organizations working for the welfare of Divyangjan, Murmu called for a…
New Delhi: No pregnant woman in the country will be left out of the government’s Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK) due to lack of funds, Union Health Minister J P Nadda said on Tuesday. Replying to supplementary questions during the Question Hour, the minister told the Rajya Sabha that this programme is need-based and budget…
