Bengaluru: The state Muzrai department is planning to introduce an adoption model for thousands of low-income temples while promoting temple tourism. This is part of the efforts to improve infrastructure and generate sustainable revenue. Official data shows a stark skew in terms of fund allocation to temples: In 2025-26, Rs 85 lakh was allocated to…
NEW DELHI: Cooper Connolly starred with a fine unbeaten half-century as Punjab Kings defeated Gujarat Titans by three wickets in their opening Indian Premier League match on Tuesday, but it was a post-match celebration that grabbed just as much attention.A video of Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer’s sister Shresta Iyer performing bhangra went viral on…
At least 29 people were killed after a Russian An-26 military transport aircraft crashed into a cliff in Crimea.Russia’s defence ministry said the crash likely occurred due to a technical malfunction. The aircraft was on a planned flight when contact was lost at around 6 pm local time on Tuesday, according to Reuters.A search team…
Arjun Tendulkar (Image credit: Instagram) NEW DELHI: After two seasons with Mumbai Indians, Arjun Tendulkar – son of legendary Sachin Tendulkar – is set to turn out for a new franchise in the Indian Premier League 2026. Arjun will represent Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, in IPL 2026 after being picked at his…
NEW DELHI: Govt on Tuesday appointed Chanchal Kumar, an IAS officer of Bihar cadre, as the new information and broadcasting (I&B) secretary, while designating Sanjay Lohiya as the secretary of department of financial services (DFS). In the bureaucratic reshuffle, Vir Vikram Yadav has been appointed director general of civil aviation (DGCA), replacing Faiz Ahmed Kidwai.Kidwai,…
‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ (March 19 release) is a box office hit. Vicky Kaushal raved on IG: “Ranveer’s finesse unmatched!” At IFFD 2026, he lauded director Aditya Dhar. Sequel to 2025’s Rs 1300cr ‘Dhurandhar’. ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ has been a huge box office hit since its release in theatres on March 19. This spy thriller, directed…
Shreyas Iyer (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: The tension in the Punjab Kings dugout was clearly evident when captain Shreyas Iyer was seen in pain, clutching his wrist during their IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans. A fierce drive from Connolly struck Iyer on the wrist at the non-striker’s end, forcing him to seek medical attention.Iyer…
MUMBAI: In a move that will buy more time for exporters, the Reserve Bank of India extended a pandemic-style leniency on trade finance, allowing pre- and post-shipment export credit to run for up to 450 days for all disbursements made until June 30, 2026. The measure, effective immediately, is meant to cushion firms grappling with…
Mangaluru: The Social Democratic Trade Union (SDTU) has expressed concern over the shortage of LPG at fuel stations in various parts of the district, including the city, causing severe hardship to autorickshaw drivers and the working class. The SDTU members have urged the govt to take note of the issue and initiate corrective measures.SDTU Mangaluru…
Bengaluru: Even as state govt maintains that there is no shortage of auto LPG, auto drivers in several parts of the city are reporting difficulties in refuelling.The auto drivers complain supply constraints have forced them to visit multiple bunks and wait in long queues. At several stations, police have stepped in to manage crowds, urging…
