Heavy rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, waterlogging in several places, IMD predicts thunderstorm today

New Delhi: Heavy rains lashed several parts of Delhi-NCR on Thursday, causing waterlogging in several areas. Office-goers faced a tough time reaching the office early in the morning amid heavy rains. Massive traffic jams were also witnessed on the Yamuna Expressway due to heavy rains. Traffic movement was affected on multiple locations, including ITO, Mehrauli-Gurgaon…

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Laxman Shanker: The Unsung Hero of Indian Hockey

Girja Shankar Dixit In the realm of Indian sports, while cricket often takes the spotlight, several athletes from other sports have also carved their niches, silently yet effectively shaping India’s sporting heritage. Among these athletes is Laxman Shanker, an outstanding Indian hockey goalkeeper whose skills and dedication have significantly contributed to the field of hockey…

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Trump announces deal with Pakistan

New York/Washington:  US President Donald Trump said that Pakistan might sell oil to India “some day” after announcing that Washington has concluded a deal with Islamabad under which they will work together to develop the South Asian country’s oil reserves. “We have just concluded a Deal with the Country of Pakistan, whereby Pakistan and the…

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A Turning Point

In a decision of historic magnitude, the United Kingdom and France have formally announced their recognition of Palestine as a sovereign state. Though long anticipated and demanded by various quarters of the global community, the move by two of the world’s oldest democracies and permanent members of the UN Security Council signals a tectonic shift…

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India’s Bold Trade Counterstrike: Modi Government’s Strategic Answer to US Pressure

India has sent a resounding message to the United States by decisively countering aggressive trade impositions. With its rising global stature, Bharat—under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership—has demonstrated that it will no longer bow to pressure tactics masquerading as diplomacy. In response to the United States threatening exorbitant tariffs—reportedly up to 500%—to force open Indian…

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When did bathing become a degree course?

Once upon a simpler time, a shower meant soap, water, and getting out before your sibling started banging on the bathroom door. Today, apparently, you are a barbarian unless you follow a 10-step ritual involving scented scrubs, antibacterial potions, double cleansers, three kinds of oils, and something called ‘hydration locking,’ which sounds less like hygiene…

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