Mangaluru: Amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, the ‘ Kannadiga Helpline’ has emerged as a key support system for Kannada-speaking tourists stranded in the UAE. The helpline has facilitated safe return of 630 individuals to India so far.Originally formed to assist Kannadigas during crises such as COVID-19 and floods, the helpline was reactivated in response…
YouTube has started testing a feature that enables people to send direct messages inside the app. This means that people can now share videos as well as communicate with their friends without exiting the app. The feature has been enabled in over 30 countries across Europe. Previously, people had to share the link of the…
TOI Correspondent from London: Two Indian-origin men have been fined over £1,000 each for spiting paan in the London borough of Brent, which is on a campaign blitz to stop the menace.Akshitkumar Bhadre Patel (31), who lives in Edgware, was fined £1,391 (Rs 1.7 lakh) by North West London magistrates’ court earlier this month. He…
NEW DELHI: Failure to pay user fee because of faulty FASTag or for low balance in the tag while crossing a barrier-less plaza on NH network will cost you double, if you don’t pay the user charge within 72 hours, as per a govt notification. Similarly, if the tolling agency fails to examine and dispose…
Mangaluru: A function was held to condemn the destruction caused to the flora and fauna due to a fire caused by burning plastic, during a programme organised in Konaje by Apna Desh Model Village Campaign, Jana Shikshana Trust, and other organisations.On the occasion, Jana Shikshana Trust director Krishna Moolya expressed concern that such environmental damage…
From Dh25 to 2.5%: Zakat al Mal and Zakat al Fitr Rules Explained as Eid ul Fitr 2026 Nears As Ramadan 2026 draws to a close, one question is trending across the Muslim communities and that is – what exactly is the difference between Zakat al Mal and Zakat al Fitr? With millions preparing to…
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for March 19, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the…
SRINAGAR: J&K high court has allowed the withdrawal of petitions by hotels facing eviction from Gulmarg properties on the expiry of their lease after the UT govt assured the court that it is open to a fair and viable resolution of the issue.Additional advocate general Mohsin Qadri informed the court that if the petitioners file…
Mangaluru: In a major development, the govt on Tuesday issued an official order for the construction of a medical hospital in Puttur, fulfilling a long-pending demand of the people. A 300-bed hospital will be built at Sediyapu in Bannur village with a sanctioned budget of Rs 180 crore.MLA Ashok Kumar Rai stated that along with…
A HEARTY IFTAR GATHERING: Fayiza Sulaiha’s Iftar party featured traditional homemade dishes, besides fruits, salads and fresh juices. Some items were brought by family and friends. As dusk falls over Bengaluru during Ramadan, several neighbourhoods turn into vibrant food hubs. The call to prayer at sunset marks the end of the day’s fast — with…
