The smouldering ruins of Gaza, where at least 91 Palestinians were killed in Israel’s latest airstrikes, are all that remain of yet another “peace plan” sold to the world by Donald Trump’s loud diplomacy. Israel calls it retaliation for Hamas killing a soldier. The world, however, can see it for what it is — another…
In an age where borders blur into digital abstractions and wars of ideology spill into daily life, intelligence agencies have become the mythmakers of our time. Among them, Mossad—Israel’s fabled spy network—appears to have quietly entered one of the world’s most combustible zones: Pakistan. This is not mere espionage theatre, but a window into the…
In the royal city of Indraprastha, King Dharmaja, eldest of the Pandavas, ruled with a hand at once firm and gentle. To the scholars of every Vedic branch, he offered worship and generous gifts, so that the sacred schools flourished and the teachers, priests, and sages found in him a sovereign of rare balance. Vassal…
Sri Timalapura Timmappa Temple is one of the ancient and sacred temples near Harapanahalli in the Vijayanagara District of Karnataka. The temple is surrounded by serene natural beauty and peace, drawing devotees from far and near. Dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara this temple holds a unique place in the history and devotion of the region. The…
Vinay Rao, Sports desk Hyderabad: The cricketing season in Hyderabad has begun with renewed energy and expectation as teams across age groups strive to restore the city’s lost dominance in domestic circuits. From the Under-19s to the senior Ranji squad, the early signs point to progress, purpose, and potential. Under-19 Team Sets the Benchmark The…
New Delhi: Expressing its annoyance over the delay in the completion of trials in criminal cases due to non-framing of charges for years even after chargesheets are filed, the Supreme Court on Wednesday said it needs to lay down pan-India guidelines to address the problem, which leads to huge pendency of cases in the judiciary….
Mumbai: India’s maritime sector is advancing with great speed and energy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday, adding that the country’s ports are now counted among the most efficient in the developing world. “We have replaced over a century-old colonial shipping laws with modern and futuristic laws suited for the 21st century,” Modi said,…
New Delhi: Gold prices on Wednesday rebounded by Rs 2,600 to Rs 1,24,400 per 10 grams in the national capital, snapping a two-session losing streak, amid a fresh wave of safe-haven buying ahead of the policy outcome by the US Federal Reserve. Gold of 99.5 per cent purity appreciated by Rs 2,600 to Rs 1,23,800…
New Delhi: State-owned NTPC Green Energy Ltd (NGEL) on Wednesday posted an over 135 per cent year-on-year rise in its consolidated net profit to Rs 86.38 crore in the September quarter, mainly on the back of higher revenues. The company had a consolidated net profit of Rs 36.69 crore in the quarter ended on September…
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday directed the entire state administration to remain on high alert following heavy rains triggered by Cyclone ‘Montha’. Reviewing the cyclone’s impact, particularly on paddy harvesting, he instructed the authorities to take necessary precautions to minimise losses, an official release said. He ordered special arrangements at the…
