NEW DELHI: A Delhi court on Monday granted 11-day police custody to six Ukrainians and a US citizen arrested for illegally entering Myanmar via India and contacting ethnic war groups.This comes after the National Investigation Agency arrested three Ukrainians from Delhi, three from Lucknow, and one US citizen from Kolkata.According to the investigative agency, the…
AI image (Picture credit: OpenAI via ChatGPT) Arctic sea ice is on track to record one of its smallest winter peaks since satellite monitoring began four decades ago, raising fresh concerns about climate change and its geopolitical implications, according to data reviewed by news agency AFP.Figures from the National Snow and Ice Data Center show…
The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), guardians of the laws of cricket, clarified on Monday that the controversial run-out during the Bangladesh vs Pakistan ODI match was correctly given out under the Laws of Cricket.“Under Laws, there is little that either umpire could have done differently. The non-striker was clearly out of his ground when the…
NEW DELHI: Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts Tuesday announced the acquisition of an ultra-luxury resort in Coorg. marking the brand’s entry into immersive, nature-led and wellness anchored hospitality. The 71 all-villa property, set within 76 acres of lush landscape near Madikeri, will open as The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary later this year.With the addition of…
10% of India’s non-energy imports in 2024 originated from the Middle East region. (AI image) The Middle East conflict has brought into focus the vulnerability of countries around the world in terms of their dependency on oil and gas. India, the world’s fifth largest economy, is also the third largest importer of oil. A big…
Renault India today finally launched the next-generation Renault Duster in the Indian market at an introductory price of Rs 10.29 lakh (ex-showroom). The new model is built on the company’s RGMP platform and features a redesigned exterior. The SUV will compete with Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Victoris, Toyota…
Mangaluru: Mangaluru City South MLA D Vedavyas Kamath criticised the govt for unilaterally awarding tenders for advertisements within the Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) limits and the installation of traffic police umbrellas to an individual from Tamil Nadu, without informing local authorities, police departments, or elected representatives.Kamath stated that the issue was raised during the legislature…
Bengaluru: The govt Tuesday insisted no firm has left Karnataka due to poor infrastructure, even as the opposition flagged concerns over firms moving out. Replying on behalf of industries minister MB Patil, urban development minister Byrathi Suresh told the legislative council, that the state continued to be a prime investment destination. N Ravi Kumar of…
People wave the national flags of Iran. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi) NEW DELHI: Iran’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is uncertain due to rising tensions in the Middle East. The country’s football officials are now trying to move their matches out of the United States, citing safety concerns and political issues, even though the…
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta attends ‘Nari Utsav’ at Nirmal Chhaya NEW DELHI: Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday attended the ‘Nari Utsav’ programme held at the Nirmal Chhaya Complex, where she paid tribute to the strength and contribution of women in nation-building. She said women, through their dedication, selfless service and sense of duty,…