Bengaluru: Tile factories in coastal Karnataka, many dating back to the 1800s and shaped by German missionary influence, are staring at an uncertain future, with restrictions on clay extraction emerging as the biggest challenge. Data from the department of small scale industries show a sharp decline across districts. In Dakshina Kannada, only eight of 27…
For over three decades, Malaika Arora has remained a definitive icon of grace, fitness, and style in the entertainment industry. In a powerful new interview, Arora called out the patriarchal mindset that subjects women to constant scrutiny over their age and desirability questions she notes are rarely, if ever, directed at men. Malaika Arora on…
Donald Trump launched OnlyFarms to show how much US farmers have benefited from his policies/ X Donald Trump marked National Agriculture Day on Friday (Mar 27) by unveiling a new White House website, staging a large-scale event for farmers on the South Lawn, and announcing fresh policy measures aimed at an agricultural sector under pressure…
Siemens is not happy with European Union (EU) regulations related to artificial intelligence (AI). Europe’s biggest engineering company has reportedly threatened to direct a larger share of its AI investments away from EU countries toward the US and China. The company’s CEO, Roland Busch, cited Europe’s restrictive regulations as the reason for this decision. In…
Rahul Dravid, Virat Kohli Former India coach Rahul Dravid has said he is not fully aligned with Gautam Gambhir’s idea of ending superstar culture in Indian cricket, stating that every sport needs its heroes and individual achievements also contribute to team success.Gambhir has often spoken about reducing the focus on individuals and giving more importance…
Bengaluru: A long-pending cabinet rejig has emerged as the latest flashpoint in a tussle for the top post between chief minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar, with Congress high command’s decision after the May 4 election results expected to shape Karnataka’s political future. Sources say, after the results, Siddaramaiah is likely to seek approval…
The Iran war that started as Donald Trump‘s Operation Epic Fury now has entered a Cold War-like phase marked by financial sanctions, gunboat interdictions, and ongoing talks about talks, according to an Axios report.Trump still appears far from satisfied with Iran’s unbroken and unhindered nuclear capabilities.The situation has settled into a tense stalemate with no…
China has achieved a major milestone in polar exploration, successfully drilling through 3,413 meters of Antarctic ice to reach the area above the Qilin Subglacial Lake. Conducted by the 42nd Antarctic expedition team on February 5, 2026, this feat surpasses the previous global record for hot-water drilling by nearly 900 meters, as noted in the…
We halted ‘Op Sindoor’ on our own terms, prepared for long battle: Rajnath Singh NEW DELHI:Recalling an old mantra ‘Bhay bin hoye na preet’ (there can be no love without fear), defence minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday, “Operation Sindoor conveyed an unequivocal global message that India is no longer bound by the old mindset…
Union minister Piyush Goyal Agra: The free trade agreement (FTA) with New Zealand, scheduled to be signed on Monday, will provide huge opportunities for domestic firms, including leather exporters from the city of the Taj Mahal, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said Sunday. Goyal is here with the visiting New Zealand’s trade and investment…
