KTM has expanded its India lineup by introducing new 350cc versions of the KTM 390 Duke and KTM 390 Adventure, making these motorcycles more affordable. This step allows the brand to take advantage of the lower 18 per cent GST bracket for sub-350cc bikes and reach a wider set of buyers. With the reduced pricing,…
Karnataka is set to revolutionize liquor taxation by directly linking excise duty to alcohol content(Representative image) BENGALURU: Alcoholic beverages with higher alcohol content are set to become costlier in Karnataka, while lower-strength variants may turn relatively cheaper under a proposed overhaul of the state’s liquor taxation policy that links excise duty directly to alcohol content….
Iran has struck a defiant tone as the ceasefire with the United States nears its deadline, warning it is ready to escalate if talks collapse. Tehran says it will not negotiate under pressure, even as Washington maintains a strict blockade and pushes for a deal. Iran’s parliament speaker Ghalibaf accused the United States of using…
NEW DELHI: Amidst the conflict in West Asia, output in India’s eight core infrastructure industries contracted 0.4% in March, the first since last Oct, as four of the sectors registered a decline in production during the month, latest official data released Monday showed. Fertiliser output (-24.6%) saw the steepest contraction in March as plants went…
India’s economy is projected to grow at 6.4 per cent in 2026 and 6.6 per cent in 2027, according to a United Nations report, indicating the country’s continued position as a key driver of growth in the Asia-Pacific region.The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), in its latest Economic…
NEW DELHI: With less than 1% of patients in need receiving palliative care in India, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is set to launch a multi-state implementation study to develop and scale services across the public health system.Palliative care—focused on relieving pain and improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses such…
Director Rathna Kumar, known for films like ‘Meyaadha Maan,’ ‘Aadai,’ and ‘Gulu Gulu,’ is back with his next project titled ’29 The Film’. Vidhu and Preethi Asrani play the leading roles in the film. The story revolves around the life of a 29-year-old man: his trials, tribulations, experiences, and feelings. The makers have officially announced…
MUMBAI: Public sector insurers led by GIC Re and New India Assurance have anchored the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool with commitments exceeding the targeted $100 million, while a $1.5 billion sovereign backstop from the govt remains central to its capacity to underwrite large risks. The pool aims to enable sea trade with countries in the…
Violence broke out at a Gurudwara in western Germany, triggering a major police operation after reports of weapons and gunfire during a clash involving dozens of people. According to German media reports, the incident took place at a gurdwara in the town of Moers, where a dispute escalated into a large-scale altercation on Sunday.Witnesses told…
Actor Dhanush is reportedly planning to return to direction with a new film, even as he continues focusing on his acting projects. After ‘Idly Kadai’ did not meet expectations, he shifted his attention to his next film ‘Kara’, slated for release on April 30, and another project directed by Rajkumar Periyasamy. Now, fresh reports indicate…
