Bengaluru: Days after back-to-back incidents of trekkers going missing in forest areas, Karnataka govt has moved to tighten safety protocols. It has proposed dedicated tracking apps and mandatory group insurance for trekking expeditions.Forest minister Eshwar Khandre Thursday directed the principal chief conservator of forests and chief wildlife warden to frame a comprehensive standard operating procedure…
Shivang Kumar (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Shivang Kumar’s journey to the IPL isn’t the usual story of a smooth rise through the ranks. The 23-year-old spinner from Moradabad made his debut for Sunrisers Hyderabad earlier this season, but what makes his story stand out is a mix of bold decisions, setbacks, and a surprising source…
President Donald Trump and Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer attend a business roundtable at Chequers near Aylesbury, England. AP/PTI(AP09_18_2025_000277B) There’s a recurring gag in Yes, Minister (and Yes, Prime Minister) which usually involves the premier of Great Britain discovering, with mounting irritation, that he is not quite as sovereign as he believed. At some point,…
The finance ministry on Saturday announced a sharp increase in export duties on diesel and Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), while keeping the duty on petrol unchanged.According to the ministry, the duty on export of diesel has been increased from Rs 21.5 per litre to Rs 55.5 per litre. Duty on ATF (Aviation Turbine Fuel) has…
US and Iran peace talks began in Islamabad. Nasa’s Artemis II returned safely, completing the historic lunar mission with the Orion capsule safely splashing down in the Pacific. PM Modi targeted TMC on corruption and infiltration, promising faster CAA citizenship for eligible refugees if BJP wins. White House denied agreeing to unfreeze Iranian assets amid…
For those who are familiar with his performances on stage, Bruno Mars, over the years, has built a reputation for impeccable showmanship. His live shows are often a mix of strong vocals and stellar musicianship, focusing on audience engagement.‘The Romantic Tour’ is no different. This particular tour is more in focus because it marks his…
It will be Virat Kohli vs Rohit Sharma this weekend in IPL (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: The 2026 edition of the IPL is heating up, with teams beginning to settle into their rhythm and fine-tune their combinations. Two weeks into the tournament, Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Delhi Capitals appear the most…
India’s forex reserves have become more balanced over time, with more gold and some diversification beyond the US dollar. (AI image) A country’s foreign exchange reserves act as the first line of defence against external volatility. In times of global economic turmoil such as the present Middle East conflict, forex reserves are the armour that…
KTM 390 Duke and KTM 390 Adventure X have become significantly more expensive in India, with KTM revising prices across its popular 390 range. The latest update sees prices go up by as much as Rs 40,000, depending on the model.The KTM 390 Adventure X has received a relatively moderate hike. It is now priced…
Mangaluru: Govt pre-university colleges in Karnataka continued to lag behind aided and unaided institutions in the second PU examination, despite officials citing an improvement over last year.Results announced Thursday showed that govt PU colleges recorded an overall pass percentage of 78.7%. Of the 1,32,214 students who appeared from these colleges, 1,04,081 cleared the examination. While…
